South BBQ's new location is in the heart of the Monte Vista Historic District.

San Antonio’s South BBQ opens in new Monte Vista digs

The restaurant, helmed by one of the chefs behind Curry Boys, closed its South Side location in January and spent on the relocation effort.

by Kat Stinson November 24, 2025November 24, 2025

The restaurant, helmed by one of the chefs behind Curry Boys, closed its South Side location in January and spent on the relocation effort.

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College Station-based Layne’s Chicken Fingers expanding into San Antonio

The chain signed a 44-unit franchise deal that will open stores in the Alamo City, West Texas and the Coastal Bend.

By Malaki LinggNovember 14, 2025November 14, 2025

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Austin smoothie chain JuiceLand to make its San Antonio debut next year

The company has already expanded into the Dallas and Houston areas and operates dozens of shops.

By Malaki LinggNovember 13, 2025November 13, 2025

Mr. C's Fried Chicken & Waffles is opening a new store early next year.

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San Antonio’s Mr. C’s Chicken & Waffles expands with far West Side location

The new store, expected to open next spring, will give the chain three locations.

by Kat Stinson November 11, 2025November 11, 2025

Perry's Steakhouse is one of the restaurants offering specials for veterans this week.

Food & Drink

10 restaurants around San Antonio offering Veterans Day specials for those who served

From steak to pizza to coffee, these establishments are treating veterans and active-duty military to discounts and freebies.

by Kat Stinson November 10, 2025November 10, 2025

Dashi opened for business in 2021, offering an elevated take on Sichuan cuisine.

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Dashi Chinese Kitchen, which elevated Asian cuisine in San Antonio, has closed

Owner Kristina Zhao said she’s now focused on her flagship restaurant, Sichuan House, and a nonprofit she operates.

by Sanford Nowlin November 10, 2025November 10, 2025

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20 of the best cheap eats in San Antonio for under $10

by San Antonio Current Staff November 7, 2025February 8, 2026

"We’re constantly adapting to what customers want, but we also have to make sure we don’t lose sight of who we are," Vera Deckard says.

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Cooking Up Conversation: Künstler Brewing’s Vera Deckard talks craft, community and staying on mission

Deckard started Künstler Brewing in 2017 with her husband, Brent, an Air Force veteran.

by Kat Stinson November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

The Biscuit Yard food park currently has four food trucks and a bar.

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New food truck park The Biscuit Yard opens in San Antonio’s Medical Center

The new dining spot is adjacent Alamo Biscuit Co.’s restaurant on Huebner Road and includes a full bar.

by Sanford Nowlin November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

Pete's Hot Chicken isn't kidding when it gives you a heat indication.

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Burn Notice: San Antonio food truck Pete’s Hot Chicken brings the heat

The menu offers six degrees of intensity, most of which is supplied by a lightly sweetened and lethal chili paste.

by Ron Bechtol November 3, 2025November 3, 2025

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Playa Bowls chain will open fifth San Antonio-area location next spring

Plans for the new store come just over a year after the business last expanded its SA footprint.

By Malaki LinggOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Arizona-based restaurant chain The Sicilian Butcher is expanding to the Alamo City.

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Italian restaurant chain The Sicilian Butcher to open first San Antonio location next month

Known for build-your-own meatballs and five-foot charcuterie boards, the concept will make its local debut near the Loop 1604 and I-10 interchange.

by Kat Stinson October 30, 2025October 30, 2025

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Bitelo Brazilian Steakhouse coming to San Antonio’s Portico at Shaenfield Ranch development

The all-you-can-eat meatery is expected to open next spring.

by Sanford Nowlin October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

Award winners gather on stage at Tuesday's Michelin Guide ceremony in Houston.

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San Antonio restaurants Isidore, Nicosi and Mixtli win stars at Texas Michelin awards

The number of Alamo City restaurants with coveted Michelin star designations has jumped to three.

by Kat Stinson October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

Founder Danya Declusin's Cape Bottle Room is expanding its footprint to the Alamo City.

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New tasting bar dedicated to South African wines to open at San Antonio’s Pearl complex

Austin-based Cape Bottle Room will hold a soft opening for its local outpost early next month.

by Kat Stinson October 24, 2025October 24, 2025

Chef Josh Calderon participates in a Fajita Lounge benefit event.

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San Antonio food-industry vets remember chef Josh Calderon, who died earlier this week

‘He was so proud to be a family man,’ one longtime friend said of the late culinary pro, who worked at The Cookhouse, Three Star Bar and more.

by Kat Stinson October 22, 2025October 22, 2025

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Mash’D at San Antonio’s Rim development closing after 10 years in business

The restaurant is known for its elevated comfort fare and moonshine-forward drinks.

by Kat Stinson October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

Freetail's Southtown tap room has poured its last pint.

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San Antonio craft brewer Freetail shutters Southtown tap room

The move comes after the pioneering local craft-beer business placed itself up for sale last year and ceased retail distribution.

by Kat Stinson October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

Before starting Wok Wey, Jaime Gonzalez helped open the Pearl’s Hotel Emma and cooked at nearby restaurant Carriqui.

Food & Drink

Cooking Up Conversation: Chef Jaime Gonzalez of San Antonio’s Wok Wey takes a leap of faith

The Le Cordon Bleu–trained chef left behind a fine-dining career to sling wok-fired comfort out of a mobile kitchen.

by Kat Stinson October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

The pretzel at Otto's Ice House is one of its standout food items.

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A Place to Chill: Pearl addition Otto’s Ice House plays on South Texas history — but with a markup

Otto’s is part of a new phenomenon: places that call themselves ice houses but the food often takes priority over the beer.

by Ron Bechtol October 20, 2025October 20, 2025