Editor’s word: We get it. It may be tough to maintain up with the quick tempo of San Antonio’s restaurant and bar scene. We now have you lined with our weekly roundup of important meals information.
Openings and closings
As regionally owned companies like Carnitas Lonja, Sari Sari Supper Membership, and Sangria on the Burg crumble, nationwide chains are nonetheless eyeing Alamo Metropolis as a brand new frontier. Whereas ready for a deliberate Leon Springs location to open, California-based model Fatburger will break floor on a 3rd location at 11075 Interstate 10 #306. Although a fast-casual idea, Fatburger’s schtick is making every little thing from scratch. Building is about to wrap up in August 2024.
In the meantime, New York ice cream purveyor Abbott’s Frozen Custard is planting the flag for its first San Antonio store. In line with Texas Division of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) information, the 8203 Talley Rd. build-out might be accomplished in Might 2024. Although the corporate’s signature flavors are restricted to only three varieties, they are often made into greater than a dozen sundaes.
Plans for the world’s latest meals corridor are shifting full steam forward. In January, The Yard house owners Denise Andersen, Justin Andersen, and Esther Pacheco went earlier than the Historic Design and Assessment Fee for conceptual approval for the outside venue. Now, TDLR filings state that development might be accomplished in August 2024.
Two of Houston Road’s vacant buildings will quickly be introduced again to life. Signage guarantees that the previous residence of Maddy McMurphy’s Irish Sports activities Bar at 420 E Houston St. would be the residence of an idea referred to as The Rose. A block away at 515 E. Houston St., DV8 Nightclub will quickly be thumping. Solely the latter seems to have established a social media presence, though its web site is expired.
After a short six-month run, San Antonio’s sole location of Soiled Dough has shuttered. Through the San Antonio Eating places Fb group, native operator Jalon Miyasaki blamed the exit on “sluggish enterprise.” The false begin is not protecting one other entrepreneur from becoming a member of the franchise race. In line with the corporate web site, a brand new retailer is within the works at 0722 Potranco Rd. #106.
Different information and notes
The Third Coast Cocktail Summit, Culinaria’s substitute for the now-defunct San Antonio Cocktail Convention, is making ready for a well-lubricated second 12 months. The week-long occasion will happen January 9-13 and have seminars, joyful hours, tastings, and late-night events. Tickets are on sale for the academic portion and shutting disco-themed cocktail celebration on the Witte Museum.
Pioneering restaurateur Chrissy Anthony has handed away after a chronic battle with most cancers. Sea Island Shrimp Home paid tribute to their cofounder in a heartfelt Instagram publish, remembering her indomitable spirit and hands-on strategy. All eight chain places might be closed on December 7 in honor of her reminiscence.
The Northwest Navy Freeway location of The Hayden is celebrating Festivus early. From 5 pm to 9 pm on December 14, the restaurant will rejoice the Seinfeldian vacation with an airing of grievances, a fat-free yogurt bar, drink specials, and trivia. Those that come dressed as Jerry, Elaine, Kramer, or George will obtain 50 % off their entrée. Restaurant officers haven’t confirmed whether or not there might be soup for you.
