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The Study at Dean's - The Educated Choice - The Study at Dean’s, San Antonio, TX

The Study at Dean’s

4.9
4.9
14 Reviews
$31 to $50
Speakeasy

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
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Study the Classics.

Tucked away in a historic courtyard under century-old live oak trees, find The Study at Dean's. This reservation-only, intimate bar is a cocktail aficionado’s haven, ideal for those who appreciate higher touch ingredients, presentation, and ambiance. Linger over high-end cocktails and small bites in a charming atmosphere with raised banquettes, brass details, and original limestone walls - this is the educated choice for a place to connect and unwind.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Speakeasy, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (210) 759-7466
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Study The Classics This Thanksgiving

    Multiple dates available
    For those who will always choose a highball over football highlights, The Study has just what you need this Thanksgiving. Skip the sports and sip something inspired from our one-of-a-kind house cocktail menu or try something more seasonal--as we launch our seasonal limited-time cocktail, Santo Nues Alejandro. We're even extending our hours of operation for the day. Reservations are now open, and spots are very limited--make yours today.
    Study The Classics This Thanksgiving Photo

Offers

  • Brandy Alexander Tour with Kinsman Brandy Rakia

    Nov 28, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Sun - Thu - 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
    The Study is proud to announce our participation in the 9th Annual Kinsman Brandy Alexander Tour with the launch of our Santo Nues Alejandro featured cocktail. A select number of bars and restaurants from across San Antonio are selected to participate in this annual event with each creating a unique take on the classic Brandy Alexander made with award-winning, locally distilled Kinsman Rakia. Celebrating the creativity of the local bar and culinary scene during the holiday season makes this a must-do holiday season tradition. The self-paced tour runs annually from Thanksgiving Day through December 31st. Reserve your spot today.

What 14 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Antonio

    Best Ambiance

  • San Antonio

    Innovative

  • San Antonio

    Hot spot

  • San Antonio

    Neighborhood gem

  • San Antonio

    Romantic

  • San Antonio

    Good for special occasions

  • San Antonio

    Lively

  • San Antonio

    Best Service

  • San Antonio

    Best Ambiance

  • San Antonio

    Innovative

  • San Antonio

    Hot spot

  • San Antonio

    Neighborhood gem

  • San Antonio

    Romantic

  • San Antonio

    Good for special occasions

  • San Antonio

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Study at Dean's is a trendy cocktail bar nestled in an old limestone schoolhouse, offering "amazing cocktails & vibe." Guests rave about the "creative cocktails" and knowledgeable bartenders who enhance the experience with engaging stories. While some found it "a hidden gem," others noted it can be pricey.

14 Reviews
  1. Brad

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks were good with great backstories. The ambiance was spot on and Winchester took the experience to the next level.
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on November 13, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at The Study and will be sure to share with our entire team! Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Thank you again and I hope you have a wonderful day. Sincerely, Jennifer Winney Director of Outlets

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  2. Gilbert

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Trendy, upscale, and chill, the study at dean’s has quickly become my wife and I’s favorite Southtown bar. The drink service is outstanding; Winchester the bartender/mixologist walked us through the “chapter 1” drink menu of craft cocktails based on books, poems, and their authors. Going a step further he asked our drink preferences are recommended cocktails that we’d never heard of but will never be forgotten. The drinks also look as good as they taste, and make for a good video to capture the unique presentations. Definitely worth a visit for anyone who wants to impress a guest or for real fans of alcohol. The food options are limited to finger foods to accompany your drink but are also very well executed. Highly recommended 5 stars A+++
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on November 8, 2024
    Hello, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that The Study at Dean’s has become your favorite bar in the area. It's great to know that you enjoyed our craft cocktails and the unique drink presentations. We're also delighted that our team's recommendations have made your experience memorable. We're glad you found the food well-executed and the drinks enjoyable. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more memorable experiences. Sincerely, Adrian Roman General Manager

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  3. Celeste

    Austin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The service and drinks were absolutely amazing—top-notch quality and attentive staff made the experience enjoyable in those aspects. However, we were disappointed that smoking cigarettes was allowed indoors (this was not a garish for a drink). The smoke detracted from the ambiance. Additionally, the noise level was surprisingly loud, which didn’t quite match the intimate, speakeasy vibe we were expecting.
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on November 8, 2024
    Hello Celeste, Thank you for your feedback and for giving us a chance to improve. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our service and drinks, and we appreciate your kind words about our staff's attentiveness. We do want to advise that we are a non-smoking property. The "cigarettes" that you see are sage-based incense that we use as garnish on the "First Sip of Censorship" cocktail. They come in multiple aromas; I'm happy to share a link to the site we purchase from, if you'd like to read more on these. We understand that it can be a bit loud during peak hours, and we’re working on ways to improve the atmosphere. Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Thank you again and I hope you have a wonderful day. Sincerely, Jennifer Winney Director of Outlets

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  4. JessSeyfors

    San Antonio

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful and great service. Drinks were very tasty and I love the story behind each one.
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on November 3, 2024
    Hi Jess, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service, drinks, and the story behind each one. We strive to create memorable experiences for our guests and it's great to know we're succeeding. Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Thank you again and I hope you have a wonderful day. Sincerely, Adrian Roman General Manager

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  5. SAM

    San Antonio

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Carolina was outstanding. Great service and cocktails
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on October 23, 2024
    Hey Sam, Thanks a ton for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience at The Study at Dean's. It's great to know that our service and cocktails hit the mark for you. We strive to provide the best for our guests and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, Adrian Roman General Manager

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  6. Molly

    Austin

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience with fantastic creative drinks
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on October 23, 2024
    Hi Molly, We're over the moon to hear that you had a wonderful experience at The Study at Dean’s! It's fantastic to know that our creative drinks were a hit. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We strive to provide excellent service and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic experience soon. Sincerely, Adrian Roman General Manager

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend the drinks were wonderful, service was great. Complimentary nuts that were equally delicious. What a hidden gem!
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on October 19, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at The Study and will be sure to share with our entire team! Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Thank you again and I hope you have a wonderful day. Sincerely, Adrian Roman General Manager

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  8. Jennifer

    Austin

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This hidden gem is exactly what a swanky cocktail bar should be. I don’t expect it will be hidden for long.
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on October 16, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Jennifer! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Study at Dean's. It's great to know that our cocktail bar meets your expectations. We're committed to continuously improving our guest experience and your feedback is invaluable to us. We hope to welcome you back soon for another outstanding experience.

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  9. Jennifer

    Austin

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing cocktails & vibe! Everything is IG worthy!
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on October 11, 2024
    Thanks for the review, Jennifer! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our cocktails and vibe at The Study at Dean's. It's fantastic to know that our IG worthy experience was a hit! We strive to provide the best food, service, and value to our customers. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon! Sincerely, Adrian Roman General Manager

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  10. Matt

    San Antonio

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Made a bar top reservation. But didn’t have room or try and make room. Why have the option if you can’t accommodate. Drinks were okay , service was slow because one bartender “called in.”
    The Study at Dean’sResponded on October 1, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Matt. We're sorry to hear about the inconvenience you faced due to our reservation system. We understand how frustrating it can be to not be able to accommodate your request, especially when you've made a reservation. We're also sorry to hear that our service was slow due to a staffing issue. Would you be able to provide the reservation details so that we can coach the correct staff involved? I've shared your feedback with our entire Leadership team to address, as we're committed to improving so as not to negatively affect anyone else in this way. I'd love to make this right for you, if you would kindly give me an opportunity to. You may reach me via email, phone, or response to this message. Humbly, Adrian Roman General Manager

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FAQs

The Study at Dean’s is rated 4.9 stars by 14 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Study at Dean’s

431 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Speakeasy, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Full Bar
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