There are a lot of new and coming soon businesses in the Alamo City. The newest downtown luxury hotel, the InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk, opened in August and is giving guests an escape from the hustle and bustle of the Countdown City.

Looking for your next date night or girls night spot? Give a round of applause to the newest rooftop bar in San Antonio, High Praise.

Rooftop details

Travel past the dazzling "whiskey on the rocks" chandelier and hang a right past the Cavalier restaurant to the elevator heading up the third floor. High Praise is an indoor, outdoor bar that features plenty of seating with terrace views of the north side of downtown.

Step inside this rooftop and pool-side bar in downtown San Antonio. | Photo by SATXtoday team

Colorful artwork lines the walls of the interior along with comfy couches and chairs to catch up with friends on the latest gossip — or the latest edition of SATXtoday. LOVEMake your way onto the terrace adorned with long tables, chairs, and umbrellas that overlook the city.

The bar is open Monday through Thursday from 4 to 10 p.m., Friday + Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Pro tip: Make a reservation to guarantee a spot.

Must-have drinks + bites

Stay responsibly hydrated with a handcrafted cocktail from the High Praise drink menu, like the Tropic Thunder (left) and the Pool Vibes (right). | Photo by SATXtoday team

The views are worth the visit, but the food and drink menus will keep you coming back. Consider these SATXtoday-approved options during your visit.

Tropic Thunder: Blanco tequila, Ramazzotti Rosato, guava, lime, and habanero with Tajin on the rim.

Pool Vibes: Vodka, basil, watermelon, lime, and soda served with a tiny umbrella.

The diverse food menu at this rooftop includes bites like Pork Belly Bao Buns (left), Truffle Parmesan Fries (center), and Lobster Tacos (right). | Photo by SATXtoday team

Truffle Parmesan Fries: Comes with Cilantro Aioli and ketchup.

Pork Belly Bao Buns: Melt-in-your-mouth pork belly with a hoisin glaze, scallions, carrots, and cucumbers.

Lobster Tacos: Buttery lobster with a pineapple pico de gallo and a cilantro lime spicy slaw.

Browse through the full food + drink menus.