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Never-ending sushi and 2 new coffee shops brew San Antonio dining news

Frenchie Coffee Roaster is now serving creative mochas in Cibolo.

San Antonio's dining news is perking up this week with news of two coffee shops. Elsewhere, a new menu at a Mediterranean favorite, new culinary offerings at Frost Bank Tower, and all-you-can-eat sushi keep our eyes wide open.

Openings

The bedroom community of Cibolo is a little less sleepy thanks to new drive-thru caffeine peddler Frenchie Coffee Roasters. The diminutive operation features walk-up and drive-thru windows and an imaginative menu of specialty drinks like maple pecan, toasted coconut, and spicy cayenne mochas. The concept, which celebrated its grand opening at 200 Pfeil Rd. on September 10, combines commerce with altruism with proceeds benefiting animal welfare nonprofit Kanoa Rescue Foundation.

A workmanlike coffee concept is getting the ball rolling on its San Antonio debut. According to a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) listing, Miami-based Qargo Coffee will complete construction at 12015 Culebra Rd. #101 in May 2025. Although the menu of espresso drinks, pastries, and grab-and-go breakfast fare isn't exactly disruptive, Qargo takes its business casual bona fides seriously, with marketing language stating it "empower[s] the creators to do what they do best." We're sure many LinkedIn profiles will be updated there.

Another sushi spot is coming to the Alamo Ranch area. TDLR records indicate that Takumi Sushi & Bar will be ready to open in late summer 2025. The restaurant shares a name with various eateries in Texas, but it's unclear whether the San Antonio spot is part of a chain. A sign outside the construction site reads that it will all-you-can-eat but does not offer a URL.

Other news and notes

Spurs Sports & Entertainment has drafted 12 new eateries to participate in its Culinary Residency Program. The seasonal initiative allows local businesses to showcase signature dishes during home games at the Frost Bank Center. This year's full team includes:

The Hayden
DonutNV
Hotaru Sushi
Bussin' Q
Cake Llama
Maui's on Main
Benjie's Munch
Sweet Cheeks Bake Shop
Crepelandia210
Tacos Al Carbon Cabron
K-Pop Dogs
The Purple Pig BBQ

Continuing its streak of good news, The Hayden is also a finalist in a chicken sandwich contest held by bun purveyor Artesano. The fan-voted contest gives foodies a chance to win $10,000 and restaurants the opportunity for $20,000. The Hayden's contribution, dubbed The Wild One, is topped with a pimento cheese-stuffed poblano pepper.

San Antonio Botanical Garden charmer Jardín has revamped its menu. Now focusing on daytime service, the Mediterranean-inspired restaurant emphasizes lighter flavors in dishes like a beet salad with labneh and pistachios, and a shrimp cocktail with harissa. The weekend brunch is also getting a redux with a live deejay during Saturday and Sunday brunch, from 10 am to 2 pm.

Iconic Alamo City burger joint Candy's Old Fashioned is leaving its longtime downtown home. The restaurant announced via social media that it was packing up shop to 115 Plaza De Armas #107. The timeframe of the move is still unknown.

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Better Days, Same Burgers

Shuttered San Antonio burger joint stages surprising comeback

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Teddy B's has made a surprise comeback.

Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of Teddy B's life. In October, the popular burger joint shuttered its decade-old location on Babcock Road, grieving a loss of foot traffic and rising costs. On November 20, the spot revealed a plot twist. The owners are now slinging patties at 9903 Fredericksburg Rd.

"Dear Teddy B's customers, we have good news," the restaurant posted on social media. "We are back in business...We are waiting for our new sign, but we are up and running."

The unexpected comeback is the culmination of a tumultuous year for the business. As the restaurant marked its 10-year milestone this summer, the outlook was much darker. On August 4, the restaurant took to social media to warn that closure could be imminent. A traffic decline affected Teddy B's ability to maintain its affordable price point.

The messaging worked, at least in the short term. Days later, the restaurant reported an increase in business. The marketing language was hopeful until October 13, when the restaurant abruptly announced it was closing for good.

The news of Teddy B's rebirth came just as suddenly. After a month-long social media silence, the restaurant announced it had taken over the former home of Burger Haven. The latter restaurant was little known, appearing to operate mainly as a ghost kitchen.

Assumably, burgers will be back on the menu, but it is unclear whether other favorites will be eliminated to streamline the operation. The business has not posted any revisions, and its website is down at press time.

The burger joint's comeback manifests as other shuttered legacy restaurants like The Lion and Rose and Fratello's have staged their own returns. While Teddy B's has offered no reasoning for getting back into the game, it is a testament to the resiliency of San Antonio's culinary community.

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