Judging by the Current‘s most-read food stories this week, locals are gearing up for summer by checking out the slew of new spots heading our way. From a two-story bar near downtown to a frozen custard shop, the Alamo City gained a few new spots this week at which to gather and indulge.
But — as is often the case with something gained — we also learned that the local food community is losing a few longtime faves. Alamo BBQ Co. and Playland Pizza both announced permanent closure dates this week.
Read on for more.
- Downtown’s Elsewhere Garden Bar buys 6 acres in Northeast San Antonio for second location
- San Antonio chef Jason Dady will permanently close his Alamo BBQ Co. at end of month
- New nightspot The Lucky Duck to open near downtown San Antonio May 24
- Missouri-based Andy’s Frozen Custard will open its first San Antonio location May 25
- Downtown San Antonio pizza joint Playland will permanently close at end of June
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This article appears in May 18-31, 2022.