A wealth of new dining and drinking options are set to open in the San Antonio area this year.
They include concepts from Alamo City entrepreneurs, expansions of local mainstays and additions to the area food scene from outside Texas. They also run the gamut from Dia de Los Muertos-themed dining to a new rock bar to a spot serving up Wagyu-beef burgers.
These 20 bars and restaurants are expected to open in and around San Antonio in the coming months, providing ample opportunities for hungry foodies to try something new.
The most-anticipated new bars and restaurants coming to the San Antonio area in 2024
By San Antonio Current Staff on Fri, Mar 29, 2024 at 3:26 pm
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Casa Catrina
515 Villita St.
A new, Dia De Los Muertos-themed restaurant is slated to take over the space that formerly housed The Fig Tree at La Villita. According to a post on the San Antonio Riverwalk’s Facebook page, the restaurant’s menu will feature “authentic, unique and shareable Mexican dishes.”
515 Villita St.
A new, Dia De Los Muertos-themed restaurant is slated to take over the space that formerly housed The Fig Tree at La Villita. According to a post on the San Antonio Riverwalk’s Facebook page, the restaurant’s menu will feature “authentic, unique and shareable Mexican dishes.”
Photo via Google Maps
Hash Kitchen
Multiple Locations, hashkitchen.com
Arizona-based chain Hash Kitchen appears to be making its way into San Antonio this year. According to filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, two locations of the restaurant are planned for 5534 N. 1604 West and 4108 Broadway, the latter of which is the former location of a Jim’s Restaurant that closed in March. The chain serves breakfast and brunch, as well as a full bar serving a variety of cocktails and Bloody Mary bars with 50 topping options.
Multiple Locations, hashkitchen.com
Arizona-based chain Hash Kitchen appears to be making its way into San Antonio this year. According to filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, two locations of the restaurant are planned for 5534 N. 1604 West and 4108 Broadway, the latter of which is the former location of a Jim’s Restaurant that closed in March. The chain serves breakfast and brunch, as well as a full bar serving a variety of cocktails and Bloody Mary bars with 50 topping options.
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La Panadería
Multiple Locations, lapanaderia.com
San Antonio brunch and pastry chain La Panadería announced an expansion with multiple new stores slated to open this year. New locations are planned for Stone Oak at 1011 N. Loop 1604 East, on the Broadway corridor in the former Fratello’s space at 2503 Broadway and inside the La Cantera Shopping Center.
Multiple Locations, lapanaderia.com
San Antonio brunch and pastry chain La Panadería announced an expansion with multiple new stores slated to open this year. New locations are planned for Stone Oak at 1011 N. Loop 1604 East, on the Broadway corridor in the former Fratello’s space at 2503 Broadway and inside the La Cantera Shopping Center.
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Scooter’s Coffee
1202 Austin Highway, scooterscoffee.com
Scooter’s Coffee is set to open a new location near Ft. Sam Houston on April 5. The coffee spot offers espresso-based drinks, hot- and cold-brewed coffee and pastries among its menu items.
1202 Austin Highway, scooterscoffee.com
Scooter’s Coffee is set to open a new location near Ft. Sam Houston on April 5. The coffee spot offers espresso-based drinks, hot- and cold-brewed coffee and pastries among its menu items.
Photo via Instagram / mikey.harrison
Wayne’s Wings
7870 Culebra Road, Suite 12, wayneswingssa.com
At the end of February, Wayne’s Wings announced that it plans to open a third location located on the West Side at the beginning of June. The new spot will serve its eponymous wings in the same business strip as a Rios Barbacoa and a Papa John's Pizza.
7870 Culebra Road, Suite 12, wayneswingssa.com
At the end of February, Wayne’s Wings announced that it plans to open a third location located on the West Side at the beginning of June. The new spot will serve its eponymous wings in the same business strip as a Rios Barbacoa and a Papa John's Pizza.
Photo via Google Maps
Suck It Asian Fusion & Boba
10234 Texas Highway 151, Suite 102, chefsuckit.com
Local restaurant groups Suck It and Sari-Sari are set to open a new concept, Suck It Asian Fusion & Boba, in April or May. The new eatery, which will open in the space formerly occupied by Sari-Sari Supper Club, will feature elements from a variety of Asian cuisines, including Japanese, Thai and Filipino.
10234 Texas Highway 151, Suite 102, chefsuckit.com
Local restaurant groups Suck It and Sari-Sari are set to open a new concept, Suck It Asian Fusion & Boba, in April or May. The new eatery, which will open in the space formerly occupied by Sari-Sari Supper Club, will feature elements from a variety of Asian cuisines, including Japanese, Thai and Filipino.
Courtesy Photo / JW Marriott
Fiamme Pizzeria
23808 Resort Parkway, (210) 276-2500, marriott.com
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa will expand its culinary offerings this summer with upscale pizza restaurant Fiamme Pizzeria. The restaurant will feature a 7,000 pound Italian-made Morello Forni dome pizza oven, which uses an electric rotating pizza stone to provide consistent results.
23808 Resort Parkway, (210) 276-2500, marriott.com
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa will expand its culinary offerings this summer with upscale pizza restaurant Fiamme Pizzeria. The restaurant will feature a 7,000 pound Italian-made Morello Forni dome pizza oven, which uses an electric rotating pizza stone to provide consistent results.
Photo via Google Maps
Mr. Juicy
2321 NW Military Highway, instagram.com/mrjuicyburger
At the beginning of this year, Mr. Juicy owner Andrew Weissman confirmed to MySA that a new outpost of the local burger joint is planned to open in the Castle Hills area by June of this year.
2321 NW Military Highway, instagram.com/mrjuicyburger
At the beginning of this year, Mr. Juicy owner Andrew Weissman confirmed to MySA that a new outpost of the local burger joint is planned to open in the Castle Hills area by June of this year.
Photo via Google Maps
Neon Moon
2806 N. St. Mary's St.
Neon Moon is set to take over the former Squeezebox space on the St. Mary’s Strip sometime this year. The new spot will offer beer and classic cocktails, and feature a blend of nu metal, country and rock along with karaoke.
2806 N. St. Mary's St.
Neon Moon is set to take over the former Squeezebox space on the St. Mary’s Strip sometime this year. The new spot will offer beer and classic cocktails, and feature a blend of nu metal, country and rock along with karaoke.
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Lion & Rose British Restaurant & Pub
23330 I-10 West, thelionandrose.com
The Lion & Rose is set to return to San Antonio with a new location planned for the Dominion area. The chain, which formerly operated three locations in the area, teased the new location in March with footage of construction. The new pub is expected to open in the next few months, and will offer menu items including bangers and mash, cottage pie, and fish and chips.
23330 I-10 West, thelionandrose.com
The Lion & Rose is set to return to San Antonio with a new location planned for the Dominion area. The chain, which formerly operated three locations in the area, teased the new location in March with footage of construction. The new pub is expected to open in the next few months, and will offer menu items including bangers and mash, cottage pie, and fish and chips.
Photo via Google Maps
The Rah! Rah! Room
6322 San Pedro Ave.
The Bang Bang Bar co-owners Phanie Diaz and Jamie Hoppe plan to open a new nightspot in the space formerly occupied by The Rec Room. The Rah! Rah! Room will serve as a music venue and full service bar, and Diaz told MySA that it’s slated to open in April.
6322 San Pedro Ave.
The Bang Bang Bar co-owners Phanie Diaz and Jamie Hoppe plan to open a new nightspot in the space formerly occupied by The Rec Room. The Rah! Rah! Room will serve as a music venue and full service bar, and Diaz told MySA that it’s slated to open in April.
Nina Rangel
Nola Brunch & Beignets
1101 Broadway, eatatnola.com
Nola Brunch & Beignets announced that it would relocate to a new space along the Museum Reach section of the River Walk this spring. According to a post on social media, the new location will feature a party room and walk-up window. The restaurant will continue serving at its 720 E. Mistletoe Ave. until the new spot opens.
1101 Broadway, eatatnola.com
Nola Brunch & Beignets announced that it would relocate to a new space along the Museum Reach section of the River Walk this spring. According to a post on social media, the new location will feature a party room and walk-up window. The restaurant will continue serving at its 720 E. Mistletoe Ave. until the new spot opens.
Photo via Instagram / pumpers_world
Pumpers
1101 Broadway, instagram.com/pumpers_world
Chef Stefan Bowers will open a permanent location of his burger pop-up Pumpers in the same development that will serve as the new home for Nola Brunch & Beignets. Pumpers’ burgers are made with Wagyu beef patties and prepared in the smashburger style, which produces a crispy exterior char while retaining a juicy interior.
1101 Broadway, instagram.com/pumpers_world
Chef Stefan Bowers will open a permanent location of his burger pop-up Pumpers in the same development that will serve as the new home for Nola Brunch & Beignets. Pumpers’ burgers are made with Wagyu beef patties and prepared in the smashburger style, which produces a crispy exterior char while retaining a juicy interior.
Photo via Google Maps
Mr. Teriyaki
8603 Texas Highway 151, Suite 109, mrteriyakitx.com
San Antonio-based Mr. Teriyaki is set to open a new location in Westover Hills later this year. According to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, construction is scheduled to begin in the new spot in mid-April and conclude in September. An official opening date has yet to be announced.
8603 Texas Highway 151, Suite 109, mrteriyakitx.com
San Antonio-based Mr. Teriyaki is set to open a new location in Westover Hills later this year. According to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, construction is scheduled to begin in the new spot in mid-April and conclude in September. An official opening date has yet to be announced.
Photo via Google Maps
Bourbon Street Seafood Kitchen
25765 IH-10 West, bourbonstseafood.com
San Antonio-based Bourbon Street Seafood Kitchen plans to open a fourth restaurant in the Leon Springs area, in addition to its River Walk, North Loop (pictured) and Interstate 10 locations. According to state documents, the restaurant is a $2 million new build Crescent Shopping Center near Joint Base Camp Bullis that will encompass around 6,000 square feet, including indoor and outdoor dining areas, a bar and a covered patio.
25765 IH-10 West, bourbonstseafood.com
San Antonio-based Bourbon Street Seafood Kitchen plans to open a fourth restaurant in the Leon Springs area, in addition to its River Walk, North Loop (pictured) and Interstate 10 locations. According to state documents, the restaurant is a $2 million new build Crescent Shopping Center near Joint Base Camp Bullis that will encompass around 6,000 square feet, including indoor and outdoor dining areas, a bar and a covered patio.
Photo via Google Maps
Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill
20884 FM 306, Canyon Lake, wildflourbakeryandgrill.com
Canyon Lake’s Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill is expanding to a second location, which is planned to open in May. The restaurant has operated at its flagship location (pictured) for six years, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as offering baked goods.
20884 FM 306, Canyon Lake, wildflourbakeryandgrill.com
Canyon Lake’s Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill is expanding to a second location, which is planned to open in May. The restaurant has operated at its flagship location (pictured) for six years, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as offering baked goods.
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Darkside Brick Oven Pizza Co.
25 Truss Drive, Boerne, instagram.com/darkside_pizza_co
Themed pizza joint Darkside Brick Oven Pizza Co. is set to open in Boerne on May 9, with a special Dinner with the Stars event scheduled for May 25, featuring actors Claudia Wells, Don Fullilove and Harry Waters Jr. from ‘80s hit Back to the Future.
25 Truss Drive, Boerne, instagram.com/darkside_pizza_co
Themed pizza joint Darkside Brick Oven Pizza Co. is set to open in Boerne on May 9, with a special Dinner with the Stars event scheduled for May 25, featuring actors Claudia Wells, Don Fullilove and Harry Waters Jr. from ‘80s hit Back to the Future.
Courtesy Photo / Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse
Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse
21119 U.S. Highway 281 North, parryspizza.com/locations/san-antonio
Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse is planning a new location in the Stone Oak area, near the intersection of Highway 281 and Evans Road. The restaurant serves New York-style pizza as well as pasta, wings and Italian nachos, and currently operates two locations at Culebra and 1604 (pictured) and near the Rim shopping center.
21119 U.S. Highway 281 North, parryspizza.com/locations/san-antonio
Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse is planning a new location in the Stone Oak area, near the intersection of Highway 281 and Evans Road. The restaurant serves New York-style pizza as well as pasta, wings and Italian nachos, and currently operates two locations at Culebra and 1604 (pictured) and near the Rim shopping center.
Photo via Google Maps
Hoops Sports Bar
13777 Judson Road, instagram.com/hoopssportsbarsa
New dive Hoops Sports Bar is slated to open in Northeast San Antonio sometime in April. The bar will take over the space formerly occupied by Knuckleheads, which closed in 2023.
13777 Judson Road, instagram.com/hoopssportsbarsa
New dive Hoops Sports Bar is slated to open in Northeast San Antonio sometime in April. The bar will take over the space formerly occupied by Knuckleheads, which closed in 2023.
Photo via Google Maps
The Purple Garlic Italian Cafe
14415 Blanco Road, #105, purplegarliccafe.com
The Purple Garlic Italian Cafe hinted at an expansion in a social media post in early February. The restaurant recently confirmed that the second outpost, located near the intersection of Bitters and Blanco, is “coming soon.”
14415 Blanco Road, #105, purplegarliccafe.com
The Purple Garlic Italian Cafe hinted at an expansion in a social media post in early February. The restaurant recently confirmed that the second outpost, located near the intersection of Bitters and Blanco, is “coming soon.”
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