Editor's note: We get it. It can be difficult to keep up with the fast pace of San Antonio's restaurant and bar scene. We have you covered with our regular roundup of essential food news. Openings and closings According to a coy Instagram post, Deco District snack shop Elotitos is branching out with a second location in Government Hill. The concept, which puts a contemporary spin on local favorites like corn in a cup, was ..read more

As if Texans couldn't already get nearly everything at H-E-B, they can now get even more with H-E-B, at other stores. The ubiquitous grocery store announced big news on September 12: It's slipping its own debit card into users' wallets, offering cash back on qualifying H-E-B purchases. The H-E-B debit card, ready for applicants now, opens up a few avenues to grocery shoppers, most notably 5 percent on "thousands of products from H-E-B." Specifically, the ..read more

The Pearl continues to grow, celebrating what seems like a new, highly anticipated restaurant opening every week. First, Potluck Hospitality brought us the delightful Carriqui, and now an Austin group is bringing Ladino, set to open on Monday, September 19. Touted as a Mediterranean grill house celebrating Middle Eastern and Balkan cuisine, Ladino is the brainchild of Austin's Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group. Led by executive chef Berty Richter, the restaurant will pay homage to ..read more

One of Alamo City's best bakeries, and perhaps one of its most famous, is heading for the Hill Country. Bakery Lorraine recently announced its newest location coming to Boerne in October 2022. Featuring the bakery's full menu -- macarons, pastries, sandwiches, salads, and more -- Boerne residents and Hill Country visitors will find the new location at 134 Oak Park Dr. An official opening date will be announced closer to the time. Owned by chefs ..read more

Texas restaurants are well-represented on Bon Appetit's list of America's 50 Best New Restaurants for 2022. Seven Lone Star State establishments earned the magazine's approval, including one in San Antonio. Reese Bros. Barbecue, a food truck that pairs classic Texas barbecue with Mexican-inspired sides, represents Alamo City on the list. The other six Texas standouts are: Birdie's, a counter service restaurant in Austin known for its seasonal menu and well-chosen list of natural wines Canje ..read more

An award-winning winery and vineyard in Marble Falls is adding to the long list of reasons Texans should head for the hills. Flat Creek Estate is entering a new season of growth, announcing new ownership, recent renovations, and a Michelin-pedigreed chef to boot. Located within two hours of San Antonio, Flat Creek is nestled in a little pocket of the Colorado River as it winds through the Texas Hill Country. Perhaps that's what first attracted ..read more

Editor's note: We get it. It can be difficult to keep up with the fast pace of San Antonio's restaurant and bar scene. We have you covered with our regular roundup of essential food news. Openings and closings Vibey Los Angeles-based salad chain Sweetgreen is digging into the Quarry. In late August, the fast-casual eatery filed its intention to spruce up the former Max's Wine Dive space at 340 East Basse Rd., #101. Known for ..read more

Get your taste buds ready: Burger Boy's sixth location in the San Antonio area is opening August 31 in Live Oak. The new restaurant is at 8060 Pat Booker Rd., between Loop 1604 and I-35. It'll be open 10:30 am-11 pm Sunday through Thursday and 10:30 am-midnight Friday and Saturday. Dine-in and drive-thru options are available. "We know this restaurant will be a fan favorite - not only because we stay local and true to ..read more

San Antonio may be land-locked, but seafood options still abound, and one staple is casting a wider net: Fish City Grill announced a third location opening on Monday, August 29. Founded in 1995, Fish City Grill the neighborhood favorite serves fresh seafood in a comfortable setting at 20 locations throughout Texas, Arkansas, Florida, and Oklahoma. The newest location features a bar that opens onto an expansive outdoor patio, nestled in The Shops at South Rim ..read more

Bourbon lovers, get ready: Garrison Brothers Distillery is launching its 2022 Bourbon Takeover of America on September 1. The nationwide creative celebration of all things bourbon will run for the entire month of September, which also happens to be National Bourbon Heritage Month. During that time, the award-winning, first-legal Texas whiskey distillery is partnering with America's best bartenders and chefs from coast to coast to offer unique, limited-edition, bourbon-inspired cocktails and bites. Wondering where to ..read more