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Weathered Souls Brewing Co. founder and chief Marcus Baskerville is back in San Antonio but wearing a slightly different hat.

Brewer Marcus Baskerville back in San Antonio to work for St. Anthony’s culinary concepts

Baskerville, who led James Beard Award-nominated brewery Weathered Souls, is now general manager for the St. Anthony Hotel’s Esencia and Anacacho restaurants.

by Katherine Stinson May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Baskerville, who led James Beard Award-nominated brewery Weathered Souls, is now general manager for the St. Anthony Hotel’s Esencia and Anacacho dining concepts.

Mad Pecker has closed down again. This time, permanently.

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Mad Pecker becomes latest San Antonio craft brewer to close

The Northwest San Antonio brewpub attempted a reset this summer as its struggled with dismal sales.

by Sanford Nowlin December 29, 2025December 29, 2025

New San Antonio craft brewer taking over former Second Pitch Beer space

Silver Lining Brewing Co. will take over Second Pitch’s former physical space on the city’s Northeast side.

by Nina Rangel April 30, 2024June 3, 2025

San Antonio’s award-winning Second Pitch Beer to serve its last pint this Saturday

Last July, ‘people stopped going out and spending money, and we just haven’t been able to recover,’ co-owner Samantha Hansen said.

by Nina Rangel March 8, 2024May 27, 2025

San Antonio breweries plan weeklong fundraiser for Green Beret Foundation

Veteran-owned Longtab Brewing and 10 other local craft-beer producers will participate in the Nov. 11-18 brewery hop.

by Nina Rangel November 7, 2023November 12, 2024

San Antonio’s Second Pitch Beer Co. has expanded its taproom

A party this Saturday will christen the larger taproom with live music, tours and tastes of the brewer’s sole keg of aged barleywine.

by Nina Rangel November 6, 2023March 5, 2025

San Antonio’s The Growler Exchange now slinging brews at second location

The new taproom soon will serve the pizza made popular at its flagship store in Alamo Heights.

by Nina Rangel October 26, 2023May 2, 2025

San Antonio’s Vista Brewing sets soft opening for East Side taproom this weekend

In addition to Texas beer, wine, cider and coffee, the new spot will feature a menu focused on locally sourced ingredients.

by Nina Rangel October 19, 2023May 1, 2024

First Look: Thirsty Pups Brewery brings dog-friendly vibes, good beers to San Antonio

The unassuming Castle Hills spot offers easygoing vibes replete with board games, cozy seating areas and a growing collection of craft brews.

by Nina Rangel October 10, 2023July 25, 2025

San Antonio’s Idle Beer Hall & Brewery plans Oct. 12 grand opening

The brewery is the anchor tenant inside River North’s anticipated Make Ready food hall.

by Nina Rangel October 4, 2023April 17, 2025

San Antonio Beer Week returns to celebrate local craft brews Oct. 21-28

This year’s weeklong party kicks off with the 17th Annual San Antonio Beer Festival on Saturday, Oct. 21.

by Nina Rangel September 11, 2023October 21, 2023

San Antonio taproom The Dooryard closing for ‘well-deserved hiatus’

The business’ owners didn’t elaborate on future plans or how long a hiatus they plan to take.

by Nina Rangel August 23, 2023August 5, 2025

Vista Brewing opening cafe, tap room in San Antonio’s Dignowity Hill area

The new spot is expected to launch this fall and will feature a menu focused on sustainably and locally sourced ingredients.

by Nina Rangel August 18, 2023January 22, 2025

San Antonio’s Alamo Beer hires 20-year craft-beer vet as VP of operations

Jan Matysiak holds a brewing science degree from one of the top programs in the world, and he’s worked for Brooklyn’s Sixpoint Brewery and West Texas’ Big Bend Brewing.

by Nina Rangel August 16, 2023July 29, 2025

San Antonio craft-beer haven Big Hops closing flagship taproom on Huebner

Owner Rob Martindale’s decision to shutter the taproom comes as the American craft beer industry hits a lull.

by Nina Rangel August 14, 2023March 27, 2025

San Antonio’s Wild Barley opens patio bar to sell its craft brews

Called Basecamp, the outdoor bar will add additional seating to the restaurant and allow guests to be served more quickly during peak hours.

by Nina Rangel August 9, 2023July 14, 2025

Vista Brewing closes West San Antonio location ahead of move to new digs this fall

Details surrounding the move are sparse, but fans can still snag Vista brews on draft at several local eateries during the temporary closure.

by Nina Rangel July 14, 2023December 22, 2024

Dinner previews San Antonio chef Jared Cattoni’s menu overhaul for beer haven Dos Sirenos Brewing

The private 12-course dinner offered tastes of lighter snacks as well as heartier options like a ‘Cubanesque’ sando and chicken parmigiana.

by Nina Rangel June 28, 2023July 12, 2025

San Antonio’s Busted Sandal Brewing Co. will open new Kerrville taproom Saturday, July 1

The Kerrville location will be the craft brewer’s third.

by Nina Rangel June 26, 2023April 27, 2025

San Antonio’s Busted Sandal Brewing Co. teases plans to open Kerrville taproom

The Kerrville location will be the craft brewer’s third.

by Nina Rangel June 7, 2023June 30, 2023