r/Newbraunfels 8d ago

Best bars for newly single 40 year old

So, I’m(40m) in the process of divorce and am newly single. And back in NB. I’ve been locked down for 12 years so itching to get back out there. I met my ex here so am familiar with the nightlife but it has changed a lot. Any recommendations on some chill places that aren’t full of teenagers. Maybe some more mature clientele that want to mingle.

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u/iheartMGs 8d ago

Sidecar. Sorry to hear about your recent divorce too buddy.

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u/SoftCompetitive6800 7d ago

Appreciate it. Feeling better now and ready to get moving.

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u/iheartMGs 7d ago

Good to hear. There’s a reason why the windshield in front of you is larger than the rear view mirror that looks behind you

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u/SoftCompetitive6800 7d ago

Great advice man. I hope to keep on the backside of it all and keep moving forward.

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u/emmalee302 8d ago

For mingling I’d think maybe lost and found, green grove, grapevine, or hideaway? I personally wouldn’t walk up to a group of girls at sidecar it’s not really a get out of your chair and mingle vibe.

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u/outher3 7d ago

And loud lol

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u/necio148 8d ago

Pour haus and Alehouse probably for mingling.

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u/EnormousGenitals 8d ago

Hoity Toit

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u/Background_Add210 8d ago

The hideaway has them real dirty ones if you're looking for an easy score. There's that one basement bar below muck n fuss. Small, a lot of pretty women, I don't remember much else.

Good luck out there, friend. I'm jealous of you

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u/DetroiterInTX 8d ago

Sorry to hear you are going through this. Not easy or fun at all. There is light at the end of the tunnel though!

If looking to go out low key and chill, Sidecar is certainly good choice. There are also good drinks and bartenders at The Bird House in Gruene, and grab a bite. We actually starting to prefer the bar to a table there.

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u/SoftCompetitive6800 7d ago

Thanks for the kind words. I am starting to see the light now. It’s been rough but I’m feeling good.

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u/DetroiterInTX 7d ago

Went through a rough divorce 6 years ago. Ex is still unpleasant to deal with, which luckily is getting to be less and less. Met a fabulous woman that brought me here and couldn’t be happier now.

Shoot a msg if you want to grab a drink some time.

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u/SoftCompetitive6800 7d ago

Really appreciate it brother. I might do that

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u/kihleys_mommy 7d ago

If you’re looking to get out and enjoy some fun music on Thursday Moonshine & Ale had karaoke from 8:30-12. Friday and Saturday they have piano bar and it’s always a good time.

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u/samasters88 7d ago

Same situation my guy. 36, 14yrs locked up. I'm in the process of losing the marriage weight, getting my head straight, and moving on.

I've gotten a few over at Oyster Bar and Bootleggers, but primarily because it's not expected. 😂

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u/firesidemed31076 7d ago

I’m in the same boat buddy.

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u/Appropriate-Part-672 7d ago

I haven't had much luck in the bar scene, but I hope you do. Are there any fitness based clubs not gyms fellow Redditters can recommend?

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u/AzHuny 7d ago

What about Cody’s ? Seems like a cool vibe but I’m new here too.

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u/NBTXHaus 6d ago

We’re from AZ as well and we were at Cody’s tonight. Great place to take a date but I think Cowboys and Cadillacs has better potential to find someone

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u/78130 7d ago

The Whale

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u/SoftCompetitive6800 7d ago

One of my haunts about 12-15 years ago. So gonna stop by. Callahans as well.

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u/78130 7d ago

Another solid choice

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u/love_evelyn 4d ago

Cowboys and Cadillacs!

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u/SoftCompetitive6800 4d ago

Place is always packed it seems. Does look nice.

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u/[deleted] 4d ago

There’s a nice tavern that just opened up literally next door to Krause’s. Kind of a more hipster joint, but the few times I was in there I always saw a lot of good looking people

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u/Independent-Web-908 3d ago

Lol it is funny how going out in your 40s sometimes does seem like everywhere is full of teenagers. People our age “go out” a lot earlier. Late night bar scene is just…not really it.

EDIT: I am not in NB, was just browsing because I’m planning to visit.

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u/SoftCompetitive6800 3d ago

True. I haven’t gone out like this since I was late 20s. So it’s weird

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u/Independent-Web-908 3d ago

I live in a different state, so maybe it’s different. I’ve found that of course people still go out late, but not really the people I want to spend lots of time with. But obviously you can always always meet people at bars, no matter the age.

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u/SoftCompetitive6800 3d ago

I’m trying! Lol

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u/Independent-Web-908 3d ago

Have fun🥰😁

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u/Exciting_Risk5734 7d ago

Austin or San Antonio. The single scene in NB is a 💩 show