13 Essential Bars in San Antonio, According to Industry Pros
June 23, 2025
By
Steven Lindsey
for
Wine Enthusiast
Best Tequila Bar
Downtown
“This place, hands down, has the best selection of agave distillates you can find in the city,” says Dave Arciniega, executive chef and beverage director of The Moon’s Daughters and Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk.
Cuishe boasts more than 200 tequilas and mezcals on its list. Before you dig in, Arciniega recommends starting with a cantarito, a traditional tequila or mezcal cocktail made with lemon, lime and grapefruit juices. “It comes in a clay pot and is available in larger formats for you and your date to share,” he adds. “No one regrets it ever.”