Nightlife in San Antonio

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Since 1993, the guffaws emanating from the Rivercenter Comedy Club have been sending ripples coursing through the waters by the River Walk. Located on the third level of the Rivercenter Mall, the recently renovated club keeps its calendar stuffed with nightly showcases by nationally recognized headliners and up-and-coming local jokesters. Past years have seen the likes of Carlos Mencia, Drew Carey, Jeff Dunham, and Chris Rock on the Showroom stage. Nightly shows at 8:30 p.m. and late shows on weekends increase the odds of catching the next rising star. All comedy shows require a two-item minimum, which can be used toward appetizers, entrees, and specialty cocktails from the club’s menu. The club will validate three hours of free parking at either of Rivercenter Mall's garages or heliports.

The culinary wunderkinds at The Tap Exchange craft a menu brimming with mitt-fitting and stomach-filling grub. Sociable servers can deliver small bites, such as the spinach-artichoke dip ($8.99), to pave the way for heartier bun-handled eats such as the River City cheesesteak ($8.99), or a Black & Bleu burger topped with coarse black pepper, bacon, blue cheese, and mayo ($8.99 single, $12.99 double). Patrons preferring to use utensils can fork-dive into entrees including fish 'n' chips ($9.99) and grouper with chipotle sauce, red cabbage, and cilantro aioli ($13.99). Tap Exchange also entertains diners with Karaoke Saturdays, occasional live music, and an outdoor patio where cool breezes tickle patrons' funny bones with uncanny impersonations of warm winds.

Texas hills unfurl before Wimberley Valley Winery, gently guiding guests to the winery’s stock of wines. Since 1983, the winery’s resident winemaker has created a range of classic varietal wines in addition to offering wines from around the world. While the winemakers weave their magic in the cellar, the remainder of the winery’s staff entertains customers in the elegant tasting room. Here, an expansive stone fireplace steals the attention from sunny yellow walls, and granite counters hide bottle after bottle of wines waiting to be sampled. While tasters sink into cushy leather couches, the staff explains the flavor profiles of wine types and divulge tips for pairing wine with the right food or crazy straws.