Devil's Backbone Tavern

"Ok.... let's be clear, this is the oldest dive bar in Texas. That is exactly what you'll get. Cold beer, cheap drinks and the best service ever."

"A throwback to yesteryear, the Devil’s Backbone Tavern is one of the last true Texas Hill Country Ice Houses left in existence. Stop in on a hot summer day for one of the coldest beers west of IH-35. Not only are the beers super cooled, they have a full-bar and an attached dance hall. They seem to have live music most weekends, and look for special events. They also have a grill shack out back with great burgers for ten bucks. I recently went here while they had a small flea market in progress with vintage clothes, jewelry and someone selling old tools and kitchen gadgets. I always have an interesting time at the Devil’s Backbone, you will too."

"What a hidden treasure! Advertise is the oldest dive bar in Texas and I have to say if this is not it then it's exactly what I would envision as being so. Quaint little interior with a large dance floor and adjacent dancehall. The dance hall is very rustic and well kept at the same time. Perfectly conditioned and original construction from what I would guess to be the 1920s. Everyone is cheerful and divide is perfect on any weekday and Saturday night. Bottled beer only and it's usually about $5 a beer. The back patio is not visible from highway 32 on the front so it creates a nice private little Oak Grove picnic table sitting area. Plenty of parking and I think this spot will continue to be a thriving dive bar as San Marcos and Canyon Lake continue to grow and become more popular to folks from other areas of the country. The view of the Blanco river valley is absolutely breathtaking across the highway as you're pulling in. This is a hidden gem and one that you should definitely visit with your friends or family!"

"6 February 2023, 4 Canadians, one epic road trip, snd one epic little tavern! Such a great atmosphere and decor! Service was immaculate and staff and patrons very friendly! Had a drink(or two) and enjoyed the place immensely! All of us were just blown away by the whole experience! This place is great during the day… Nights there must be… Awesome!!!"