After a month of anticipation, former Stixs and Stone chef Leo Davila has lastly revealed his first idea for San Antonio’s St. Anthony Resort: Anacacho Espresso & Cantina will open Might 9 at 300 E. Travis St.
Anacacho will serve two functions for the storied downtown property. The spot will give attention to a espresso program within the morning in partnership with native roaster Pulp Espresso. Caffeinated choices like cortados and cappuccinos will likely be made on a Mavam espresso machine — constructed by a Pacific Northwest firm beloved by espresso cultists.
Later within the day, the area will rework into an informal cocktail bar impressed by the resort’s wealthy historical past. The Wildflower Aperitif, with cognac, bitter cordial, and vermouth, nods to a post-wedding go to from Woman Fowl Johnson. Alamo Metropolis Southside, a glowing concoction of bubbles and Cucumber vodka, harkens again to the property’s bygone debutante balls.
Davila’s menu enhances each makes use of of the area. Mornings begin with pastries, egg sandwiches, and yogurt parfaits earlier than switching to an all-day menu. Signature dishes embrace Mexican street-style corn with inexperienced goddess, roasted pecans, and chili powder and three variations of bao: pork stomach, fried hen, and barbacoa. These fearful that the James Beard Award semifinalist was carried out with Huge Pink and Barbacoa needn’t fret. The signature taco is making a comeback at Anacacho.
“At Anacacho, we’ve created a menu that speaks the identical language because the bar and occasional packages — intentional, layered, and filled with character,” Davila says in a press launch. “Similar to a well-crafted cocktail or a specialty roast, every dish is rooted in high quality elements and considerate approach.”
Along with the revamped menu, the area may have a brand-new look impressed by the idea’s namesake, Anacacho Ranch in West Texas. San Antonio designer and HGTV host Kim Wolfe outfitted the bar with wooden, leather-based, and terracotta accents, classic objets d’artwork, and a centerpiece 1936 Harry Anthony DeYoung portray.
The incoming hospitality tasks have been the topic of a lot native hypothesis since chef Stefan Bowers parted methods with Rebelle and Hang-out following a administration takeover from Crescent Inns and the ideas had been subsequently closed. A day after saying Stixs & Stone would shutter, Davila was named as the manager chef of St. Anthony.
After its debut on Might 9, Anacacho will likely be open from 6 am-11 pm Monday by means of Thursday, and 6 am- midnight on weekends. The all-day menu will likely be out there after 11 am every day.
