We love locally owned dining spots as much as the person, but there's nothing wrong with occasionally enjoying a reliable, even predictable, meal at a chain restaurant.
The Alamo City is already a hotbed for restaurant chains, and plenty more have announced plans to expand here. Here's a collection of dining chains that entered San Antonio for the first time recently or unveiled plans to come here soon.
All the new chain restaurants calling San Antonio home within the next year
By San Antonio Current Staff on Fri, Dec 9, 2022 at 2:48 pm
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Pinstack
742 NW Loop 410 Suite 201, (726) 999-2800, pinstackbowl.com
While there are many similar entertainment-meets-dining venue options in San Antonio, but Pinstack strives to offer a more upscale feel. The ambience at this North Star Mall-area spot is more focused on having a genuinely enjoyable time with friends than who won the most tickets. At the end of the day, though, how else will you get a pink stuffed teddy bear?
742 NW Loop 410 Suite 201, (726) 999-2800, pinstackbowl.com
While there are many similar entertainment-meets-dining venue options in San Antonio, but Pinstack strives to offer a more upscale feel. The ambience at this North Star Mall-area spot is more focused on having a genuinely enjoyable time with friends than who won the most tickets. At the end of the day, though, how else will you get a pink stuffed teddy bear?
Photo via Instagram / voodoodoughnut
Voodoo Doughnuts
400 E. Houston St., (210) 964-7666, voodoodoughnut.com
Famous 24/7 donut shop Voodoo Donuts plans to open its first San Antonio location by the end of 2022. The vibrant counter service doughnut shop, well known for its tasty creations like a Bacon Maple Bar or the Old Dirty Bastard, is set to reside downtown in the former Playland Pizza location at 400 E Houston St.
400 E. Houston St., (210) 964-7666, voodoodoughnut.com
Famous 24/7 donut shop Voodoo Donuts plans to open its first San Antonio location by the end of 2022. The vibrant counter service doughnut shop, well known for its tasty creations like a Bacon Maple Bar or the Old Dirty Bastard, is set to reside downtown in the former Playland Pizza location at 400 E Houston St.
Photo via Instagram / santadiablatx
Santa Diabla
906 E Elmira St., instagram.com/santadiablatx
Offering a Mexican spin on Tex-Mex food, Santa Diabla plans to open its first North American location in San Antonio. The restaurant will offer classic Mexican cuisine and a bar program centered around tequila and mezcal. The restaurant will take over the Pearl District space that once housed Cervecería Chapultepec and Fontaine’s.
906 E Elmira St., instagram.com/santadiablatx
Offering a Mexican spin on Tex-Mex food, Santa Diabla plans to open its first North American location in San Antonio. The restaurant will offer classic Mexican cuisine and a bar program centered around tequila and mezcal. The restaurant will take over the Pearl District space that once housed Cervecería Chapultepec and Fontaine’s.
Photo via Instagram / andys.sanantonio
Andy's Frozen Custard
17927 IH-10 West, (726) 262-6199, eatandys.com
Frozen custard has a cult following, and now die-hard custard lovers can rejoice with the opening of Andy’s Frozen Custard. San Antonio’s sole Andy’s is located at the RIM shopping center and offers customers concretes and sundaes made with vanilla and frozen chocolate custard. Andy’s also bakes its mix-ins on-site, including brownies, shortcakes and cookies.
17927 IH-10 West, (726) 262-6199, eatandys.com
Frozen custard has a cult following, and now die-hard custard lovers can rejoice with the opening of Andy’s Frozen Custard. San Antonio’s sole Andy’s is located at the RIM shopping center and offers customers concretes and sundaes made with vanilla and frozen chocolate custard. Andy’s also bakes its mix-ins on-site, including brownies, shortcakes and cookies.
Photo via Instagram / trapperssushi
Trapper's Sushi
415 W. Loop 1604 South, Suite 112, (210) 934-5568, trapperssushi.com
Trapper’s Sushi debuted its well-known all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant in the Lone Star State in early December 2022. Adding to the list of fast-casual sushi spots in San Antonio, Trapper’s offers patrons variations of classic sushi fare. The menu also includes limited-time selections, which the company’s regional chefs create.
415 W. Loop 1604 South, Suite 112, (210) 934-5568, trapperssushi.com
Trapper’s Sushi debuted its well-known all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant in the Lone Star State in early December 2022. Adding to the list of fast-casual sushi spots in San Antonio, Trapper’s offers patrons variations of classic sushi fare. The menu also includes limited-time selections, which the company’s regional chefs create.
Photo via Instagram / happydance_foodie
Via313
8435 Wurzbach Rd. Suite 213, (210) 985-1313, via313.com
The Austin-based Via 313 specializes in one of the “deep cuts” of the pizza world, Detroit Style. Characterized by its squared edges, deep dish-style crust, and saucy top layer, the Detroit-style pizza has a lot to love.
8435 Wurzbach Rd. Suite 213, (210) 985-1313, via313.com
The Austin-based Via 313 specializes in one of the “deep cuts” of the pizza world, Detroit Style. Characterized by its squared edges, deep dish-style crust, and saucy top layer, the Detroit-style pizza has a lot to love.
Photo via Instagram / chicknconesanantonio
Chick'nCone
223 E. Hildebrand Ave. Suite 101B, (210) 462-1000, chickncone.com
This Pennsylvania-based chain is well known for its proprietary chicken-filled waffle cones. Customers can top their hand-rolled Chick’nCone cones with any six famous sauces. Chick’nCone also serves milkshakes and a variety of sides, including fries, macaroni and Cajun-spiced corn.
223 E. Hildebrand Ave. Suite 101B, (210) 462-1000, chickncone.com
This Pennsylvania-based chain is well known for its proprietary chicken-filled waffle cones. Customers can top their hand-rolled Chick’nCone cones with any six famous sauces. Chick’nCone also serves milkshakes and a variety of sides, including fries, macaroni and Cajun-spiced corn.
Photo via Instagram / tigerchinesecuisine
Tiger's Chinese Cuisine
12730 W I-10 Ste. 312, (210) 538-5080, tigerchinesecuisine.com
Tiger’s Chinese Cuisine is a new option for San Antonians seeking authentic Szechuan dishes, with menu items like Black Sugar Sticky Rice Cake and Happy Jelly Strips. According to the restaurant’s website, the Texas-based chain currently operates five other locations around Houston and Katy. However, this is the first location in San Antonio.
12730 W I-10 Ste. 312, (210) 538-5080, tigerchinesecuisine.com
Tiger’s Chinese Cuisine is a new option for San Antonians seeking authentic Szechuan dishes, with menu items like Black Sugar Sticky Rice Cake and Happy Jelly Strips. According to the restaurant’s website, the Texas-based chain currently operates five other locations around Houston and Katy. However, this is the first location in San Antonio.
Photo via Instagram / pretentiousfoodie.sa
Wayback Burgers
11707 Bandera Rd., (210) 462-1900, waybackburgers.com
San Antonio now has three Wayback Burger locations to choose from, with the most recent opening on the city’s Northwest Side. The chain has grown in popularity among San Antonians for its straightforward and uncomplicated approach to the American cheeseburger.
11707 Bandera Rd., (210) 462-1900, waybackburgers.com
San Antonio now has three Wayback Burger locations to choose from, with the most recent opening on the city’s Northwest Side. The chain has grown in popularity among San Antonians for its straightforward and uncomplicated approach to the American cheeseburger.
Photo courtesy of Golden Chick
Golden Chick
2299 N.W. Military Highway, (210) 248-9461, locations.goldenchick.com
San Marcos chain Golden Chick now has eight San Antonio locations, with its most recent storefront located in Castle Hills. This Texas-based chain, which started in 1967, now has 200 storefronts across four states.
2299 N.W. Military Highway, (210) 248-9461, locations.goldenchick.com
San Marcos chain Golden Chick now has eight San Antonio locations, with its most recent storefront located in Castle Hills. This Texas-based chain, which started in 1967, now has 200 storefronts across four states.
Photo via Instagram / hawaiianbros
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
7929 Pat Booker Rd., (210) 308-5533, hawaiianbros.com
The Aloha state’s iconic cuisine is now available for San Antonio residents via its first area location in Selma. Earlier this fall, Kansas City-based Hawaiian Bros Island Grill opened its doors to fans of the Big Island’s famous cuisine in a fast casual dining atmosphere.
7929 Pat Booker Rd., (210) 308-5533, hawaiianbros.com
The Aloha state’s iconic cuisine is now available for San Antonio residents via its first area location in Selma. Earlier this fall, Kansas City-based Hawaiian Bros Island Grill opened its doors to fans of the Big Island’s famous cuisine in a fast casual dining atmosphere.
Photo via Instagram / jenevysdesigns
Kura Sushi
255 E. Basse Rd., Suite 384, (726) 208-0888, kurasushi.com
The highly anticipated wait for SA’s first conveyor-belt sushi bar, Kura, came to an end earlier this year. The sushi bar located at the Quarry is now up and running serving their famed sushi, ramen and desserts. Kura’s expansion into San Antonio marks the ninth store the Japan-based restaurant has in Texas.
255 E. Basse Rd., Suite 384, (726) 208-0888, kurasushi.com
The highly anticipated wait for SA’s first conveyor-belt sushi bar, Kura, came to an end earlier this year. The sushi bar located at the Quarry is now up and running serving their famed sushi, ramen and desserts. Kura’s expansion into San Antonio marks the ninth store the Japan-based restaurant has in Texas.
Photo via Instagram / daveshotchicken
Dave's Hot Chicken
Multiple Locations, daveshotchicken.com
The L.A.-based chain plans to open eight stores in the Alamo City, ensuring residents never drive too far to experience their cayenne pepper-loaded hot chicken. However, for those who are spice-averse, Dave’s offers a no-spice alternative to its famous fried chicken. The first of multiple planned Dave’s locations in SA is slated to open in December 2022.
Multiple Locations, daveshotchicken.com
The L.A.-based chain plans to open eight stores in the Alamo City, ensuring residents never drive too far to experience their cayenne pepper-loaded hot chicken. However, for those who are spice-averse, Dave’s offers a no-spice alternative to its famous fried chicken. The first of multiple planned Dave’s locations in SA is slated to open in December 2022.
Photo via Instagram / maplestreetbiscuitcompany
Maple Street Biscuit Co.
10650 Culebra Rd. #102, (726) 215-2000, maplestreetbiscuits.com
Florida-based chain Maple Street Biscuit Co. specializes in hearty breakfast and lunch offerings such as biscuits topped with fried chicken, bacon and gravy. It will make its Texas debut with two confirmed locations in San Antonio: one at the Quarry Village and one in the Alamo Ranch area.
10650 Culebra Rd. #102, (726) 215-2000, maplestreetbiscuits.com
Florida-based chain Maple Street Biscuit Co. specializes in hearty breakfast and lunch offerings such as biscuits topped with fried chicken, bacon and gravy. It will make its Texas debut with two confirmed locations in San Antonio: one at the Quarry Village and one in the Alamo Ranch area.
Photo via Instagram / sweetgreen
SweetGreen
340 E. Basse Road, Suite 101, order.sweetgreen.com
LA-based salad chain SweetGreen will open its debut San Antonio location in the Quarry Market next spring. This chic spot is known for delicious salad bowls with a high standard for freshness — fresh produce is delivered daily. According to company officials, the chain collaborates with creameries and farms near its restaurants, prioritizing organic, regenerative and local sourcing.
340 E. Basse Road, Suite 101, order.sweetgreen.com
LA-based salad chain SweetGreen will open its debut San Antonio location in the Quarry Market next spring. This chic spot is known for delicious salad bowls with a high standard for freshness — fresh produce is delivered daily. According to company officials, the chain collaborates with creameries and farms near its restaurants, prioritizing organic, regenerative and local sourcing.
Photo via Instagram / btscarb
Black Bear Diner
2707 S.E. Military Dr., (956) 552-9354, blackbeardiner.com/location/san-antonio
Black Bear Diner, which offers patrons an easygoing and family-friendly familial atmosphere, opened its first San Antonio location earlier this year at 2707 S.E. Military Dr. The California-based food chain — which focuses on serving large portions of classic breakfast, lunch and dinner options — is planning two additional locations in San Antonio in the coming year.
2707 S.E. Military Dr., (956) 552-9354, blackbeardiner.com/location/san-antonio
Black Bear Diner, which offers patrons an easygoing and family-friendly familial atmosphere, opened its first San Antonio location earlier this year at 2707 S.E. Military Dr. The California-based food chain — which focuses on serving large portions of classic breakfast, lunch and dinner options — is planning two additional locations in San Antonio in the coming year.
Photo via Instagram / the.cook.shack
The Cookshack
8211 Agora Parkway, Suite 112, (210) 888-0444, thecookshack.com
Fort Worth-based chicken chain The Cookshack’s new Selma storefront is part of the company’s rapid expansion across Texas. The restaurant grew in popularity due to its spicy chicken, which comes in five distinct heat levels ranging from Not Hot to AMF. According to the business’s website, the chicken patrons can expect options like ribs, salads, tacos and chicken-and-waffle plates.
8211 Agora Parkway, Suite 112, (210) 888-0444, thecookshack.com
Fort Worth-based chicken chain The Cookshack’s new Selma storefront is part of the company’s rapid expansion across Texas. The restaurant grew in popularity due to its spicy chicken, which comes in five distinct heat levels ranging from Not Hot to AMF. According to the business’s website, the chicken patrons can expect options like ribs, salads, tacos and chicken-and-waffle plates.
Photo via Instagram / nektersatx
Nékter Juice Bar
Multiple Locations, locations.nekterjuicebar.com
SoCal-based juice chain Nékter Juice Bar is San Antonio’s newest spot for top-of-the-line smoothies, açaí bowls or freshly pressed juice. The award-winning juice bar concept opened its first San Antonio storefront in Alamo Heights last summer, and now has two San Antonio locations.
Multiple Locations, locations.nekterjuicebar.com
SoCal-based juice chain Nékter Juice Bar is San Antonio’s newest spot for top-of-the-line smoothies, açaí bowls or freshly pressed juice. The award-winning juice bar concept opened its first San Antonio storefront in Alamo Heights last summer, and now has two San Antonio locations.
Photo via Flickr / Mr. Blue MauMau
Bojangles
Multiple Locations, bojangles.com
In June 2022, North Carolina chain Bojangles announced that San Antonio would be among the many Texas cities in its Lone Star State expansion. According to MySA, San Antonio will see its first chicken and biscuit giant located on 8610 Potranco Road, per a recent filing with the TDLR. The construction was set to begin Dec. 1, with a completion date of Spring 2023.
Multiple Locations, bojangles.com
In June 2022, North Carolina chain Bojangles announced that San Antonio would be among the many Texas cities in its Lone Star State expansion. According to MySA, San Antonio will see its first chicken and biscuit giant located on 8610 Potranco Road, per a recent filing with the TDLR. The construction was set to begin Dec. 1, with a completion date of Spring 2023.
Photo courtesy of Twin Peaks
Twin Peaks
3050 IKEA-RBFCU Pkwy., (210) 955-9586, twinpeaksrestaurant.com
While San Antonio residents have many Twin Peaks locations to choose from, the chain’s newest foray claims to offer a different feel. The Live Oak location features bar fare with everyone in mind, from rare bourbons to clarified cocktails. Additionally, the location will feature a cozy fireplace to relax and unwind and, erm, take in the view.
3050 IKEA-RBFCU Pkwy., (210) 955-9586, twinpeaksrestaurant.com
While San Antonio residents have many Twin Peaks locations to choose from, the chain’s newest foray claims to offer a different feel. The Live Oak location features bar fare with everyone in mind, from rare bourbons to clarified cocktails. Additionally, the location will feature a cozy fireplace to relax and unwind and, erm, take in the view.
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