Food & Drink

No, Waffle House isn’t coming to San Antonio

A viral image on social media depicting San Antonio’s first Waffle House is a fake, officials say.

by Stephanie Koithan July 30, 2025August 31, 2025

A viral image on social media depicting San Antonio’s first Waffle House is a fake, officials say.

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The Baked Bird opens first brick-and-mortar location at a familiar San Antonio spot

The restaurant hopes to open early February in the spot that once housed Martha’s and Mi Gente.

by Stephanie Koithan December 10, 2024August 4, 2025

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San Antonio’s Alamo Biscuit Co. expanding again with River Walk location

Its River Walk location is scheduled to open in the spring with full liquor and espresso bars.

by Stephanie Koithan November 25, 2024July 14, 2025

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Crepeccino Café and Crêperie opening two more San Antonio stores

The homegrown business’ new stores will be in Cibolo and far Northwest San Antonio.

by Stephanie Koithan October 9, 2024August 3, 2025

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San Antonio brunch spot Mimosa Gossip cutting back hours due to slow sales

The brunch eatery touts dozens of varieties of its signature beverage.

by Stephanie Koithan October 2, 2024July 14, 2025

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Chilaquiles concept Buen Dia will make San Antonio debut next week

The El Paso-born concept is taking over the space that formerly housed Earl Abel’s.

by Nina Rangel June 6, 2024August 5, 2025

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Texas-based brunch spot Toasted Yolk Café plans first San Antonio location

The new restaurant will open later this year at the intersection of Highway 151 and Hunt Lane.

by Nina Rangel May 9, 2024July 27, 2025

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San Antonio’s Hotel Valencia Riverwalk now offering grab-and-go breakfasts

Some of the new artisanal breakfast options use housemade chorizo and dough fortified with beef tallow.

by Nina Rangel April 2, 2024April 9, 2025

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Arizona-based Hash Kitchen to open two San Antonio restaurants by year’s end

The new brunch-focused restaurants near Brackenridge and Shavano parks appear to be the company’s first foray into Texas.

by Nina Rangel March 19, 2024July 15, 2025

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El Paso restaurant opening chilaquiles concept in San Antonio’s former Earl Abel’s space

Buen Dia is slated for an early April opening.

by Nina Rangel February 15, 2024July 15, 2025

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California-based Black Bear Diner plans third San Antonio location

The new store will open on the far West Side in Monterrey Village.

by Nina Rangel February 5, 2024July 16, 2025

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Labor Street Café now serving breakfast, lunch in San Antonio’s Lavaca area

The restaurant, open daily, also serves coffee and smoothies.

by Nina Rangel December 12, 2023August 5, 2025

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House used in original Texas Chain Saw Massacre has been turned into a Southern-style restaurant

Hooper’s, located two hours from San Antonio, features a chainsaw-centric art installation and cocktails with names that pay homage to the fright flick.

by Nina Rangel April 12, 2023July 19, 2025

Food & Drink

Hangover-cure hotspot Waffle House plans expansion south of Austin. Could San Antonio be next?

The planned location about a half-hour south of Austin is the closest the chain has so far come to San Antonio.

by Nina Rangel March 30, 2023August 3, 2025

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San Antonio’s Tu Asador now serving breakfast Tuesday through Sunday

The Monterrey, Mexico-inspired spot is now serving morning specialties including barbacoa, tacos al vapor and French toast.

by Nina Rangel February 27, 2023October 22, 2024

San Antonio Guides

Early Riser’s Special: San Antonio’s brunch boom offers an elevated take on the casual meal

‘It’s playful, casual and it’s fun,’ Full Belly chef-owner James Moore said. ‘Maybe a little whimsy is just what people are looking for.’

by Nina Rangel December 19, 2022January 7, 2025

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Little Bites: Holiday-themed menu items, closures, reopenings are making San Antonio food news

Seasonal sweets and cocktails are debuting at eateries across SA.

by Nina Rangel November 22, 2022April 24, 2025

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San Antonio’s Magnolia Pancake Haus whipping up plans for new location in Hollywood Park

The new location near the Loop 1604-U.S. Highway 281 interchange will be the San Antonio-based company’s fourth.

by Nina Rangel November 1, 2022July 4, 2025

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San Antonio mainstays Liberty Bar and Earl Abel’s unveil new lunch, breakfast menus — and hours

Both Alamo City dining institutions will begin opening earlier in the day.

by Nina Rangel October 21, 2022July 16, 2024

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San Antonio-area Sonic Drive-In locations now offering Pickle Juice Slushes through Aug. 28

The salty, sweet frozen drink has been one of the most frequently requested menu items by Sonic fans on social media since its debut in 2018.

by Nina Rangel August 15, 2022July 27, 2025