San Antonio, TX

On The Bend Oyster Bar & Lounge

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On The Bend Oyster Bar & Lounge is a River Walk venue whose concept centers on live jazz, dining, cocktails, and late-night entertainment. The room is intimate and upscale, making jazz trios, vocalists, soul-jazz, standards, saxophone-led groups, piano, and small R&B ensembles the strongest fits. For musicians, controlled dynamics and polished presentation are essential because guests are seated close and may be dining during the performance. A compact setup is ideal, and tasteful arrangements matter more than high volume. The audience is likely to appreciate musicianship while still treating the evening as a social night out. On The Bend is a strong San Antonio target for experienced jazz and lounge players looking for a River Walk room where live performance is central and the atmosphere remains refined.

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Age policy
21+
Genres
Acoustic, Jazz, Lounge
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Address
123 Losoya St, San Antonio, TX 78205, United States
Venue phone
210-354-3002

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