Archies Fine Coffee opens new location in San Marcos

Archies Fine Coffee offers CBD, extra caffeine, and other add-ins. Archies Fine Coffee/Facebook

Whether its the trends or the classics, Archies Fine Coffee now has it covered in San Marcos. A new location near Texas State University (301 N. LBJ Dr., Ste. 119) is the third for the family-owned business.

Despite the old-timey decor and logo, Archies is progressive in its offerings. It's serving up not just ethically sourced coffee (a release does not specify sourcing practices), but CBD infusions, plant-based energy drinks, and other add-ins.

On the coffee side, there are some luxe specialties like The Swanky, a mocha, hazelnut, and caramel blend with milk and a caramel drizzle; or the Ms. Horchata with the signature nitrogen-infused Draft Cold Brew. The menu calls out the Mr. Chagaccino — chaga mushroom, two espresso shots, and a choice of dairy — as its most popular drink.

Customers can choose to dress up any drink from a simple house coffee to a layered specialty with CBD, THC, or added caffeine in varying doses. They can also add in an immune booster, a local allergen booster, and collagen peptides.

Some pastries tie everything together. The menu does not specify exactly what's available, but part of the fun is ordering a surprise bag online.

The release also promises a cocktail menu to come, plus beer and wine. For now, it's waiting on a Mixed Beverage Permit from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC).

"The addition of alcoholic beverages aligns with Archies’ vision of creating a versatile space where customers can transition seamlessly from a morning coffee to an evening social gathering," it says.

Further developing the community aspect, the San Marcos Archies will host events like themed happy hours, live music, and seasonal specials based on holidays and local events.

The TABC permit isn't the only thing coming down the pipeline for Archies. The company expects to expand into additional locations, commit to more partnerships with local businesses and organizations, and add more options to the menu.

Archies Fine Coffee is open daily from 7 am to 7 pm.

Carrot cake at Bakery Lorraine Photo courtesy of Bakery Lorraine.

Spring has sprung in San Antonio, Lent is nearly at an end, and Easter is almost upon us. Grab your loved ones for a classic Easter brunch, a seasonal pastry, or a hopping good cocktail at these 10 local restaurants. Easter falls on April 20, but there are several ways to eat your way into the new season fashionably early.

Cocktails and Treats

Bakery Lorraine
Pre-orders are now open for Bakery Lorraine's specialty Easter desserts. Indulge in a sophisticated take on a classic egg hunt with the French patisserie's adorable nest tart or a springtime egg moon pie. For a more traditional treat, Bakery Lorraine also sells a bunny carrot cake with white chocolate rabbit ears. Pre-orders close on April 16. Pickup is available from April 18-20 at all Bakery Lorraine locations.

Tenfold Rooftop Bar
Seeking an adults-only Easter celebration? Tenfold Rooftop at the Kimpton Santo Hotel has two specialty cocktails for the occasion. The $16 Bunny Blanco blends 400 Conejos mezcal, carrot, lemon, ginger, and sparkling wine. For the more floral-minded imbibers, the $15 Tenfold Tulip features Teremana tequila, lime, agave, tonic, and butterfly pea tea for a perfectly purple hue.

Brunch

Corinne San Antonio
Corinne San Antonio has an elegant brunch planned for Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa guests and locals. Buffet stations include French toast, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, smoked salmon, and more. Corinne's Easter brunch will also feature a carving station with ham, sausage, and strip sirloin, a mimosa bar, pastries, and coffee. Word on the street is that the Easter Bunny will hop on in for a special guest appearance, perfect for a photo opportunity.
10 am-3 pm. $65 for adults and $17 for kids 10 and under.

Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa
Unique entrees at the resort's Easter brunch include herb-seared salmon with grapefruit salsa, smoked chicken breast with pickled okra, and smoked Berkshire ham with maple mustard glaze, to name a few. The hotel will also have several Easter activations, including a themed photo station and Easter egg hunts at 9 am and 1 pm.
10:30 am-3 pm. $85 for adults, $32 for kids, free for children five years and younger.

Cavalier
The acclaimed restaurant's holiday spread includes dishes like ceviche, roasted picanha, and pozole — plus pastries from lauded pastry chef Sofia Tejeda. Diners can access various activities on the second floor, including bouncy castles, egg painting, and arcade games. Guests who book a stay from April 19 through April 20 are eligible for the InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk's "Eggstravaganza" giveaway to win fun prizes.
10 am-2 pm. $89 for adults, $39 for ages 7-12, free for children 6 and under.

La Panadería
The popular chain will be open for Easter brunch at all four locations, serving its classic morning menu. Options include tequila butter steak and eggs, ranchero eggs Benedicts, and waffle croissants. Wash it all down with a mimosa or a cerveza before continuing the day's celebrations.
7 am-4pm. A la carte.

Ostra
Feeling nostalgic for Peeps? Ostra at the Mokara Hotel and Spa has a sweet solution — the restaurant's Peeps Spritz cocktail features a refreshing concoction of LALO tequila, Cointreau, lime, Topo Chico, and Dr Pepper, all topped off with one of the bird-shaped marshmallow treats. The restaurant's Easter menu boasts lighter fare from beet-cured ocean trout to Niçoise salad.
7 am-3 pm. $55.

Four Brothers Southern Provisions
Omni La Mansión del Rio's resident eatery has a special three-course prix-fixe set for Sunday. Highlights include a chicken and cornbread waffle with blueberry compote, street corn deviled eggs with jalapeño, and a pineapple upside-down carrot cake, aptly named the Easter basket. Thirsty? Try the rum-based Cotton Tail cocktail, topped with pineapple, whipped cream, and jelly beans.
7 am-3 pm. $65.

Signature
Reservations are booking up fast for La Cantera Resort and Spa's Michelin-recommended restaurant. Enjoy a specialty cocktail or champagne alongside the one-day-only menu from chef John Carpenter. Then, take the kids to the lawn for an Easter egg hunt.
10 am-3 pm. $75 per adult and $45 per child.

Zocca Cuisine D’Italia
Where else can you brunch with the Easter bunny on a barge? The River Walk Italian eatery has three barges slated to take off on the San Antonio River for an unforgettable dining experience. Munch on shareable charcuterie boards with carrot hummus, caramel glazed mini cinnamon rolls, shredded burrata, a choice of entrees, and more. Specialty drinks will also be available to purchase.
Start times at 11:15 am and 11:45 am. $95.

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Wake Up, Slow Down

CBD-infused coffee shop from San Antonio opens new location in San Marcos

Wake Up, Slow Down

CBD-infused coffee shop from San Antonio opens new location in San Marcos

Egg-cellent.

Hop to these 10 San Antonio restaurants for Easter brunch and desserts

Egg-cellent.

Hop to these 10 San Antonio restaurants for Easter brunch and desserts