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Buzzy sushi burrito restaurant rolls into San Antonio’s Far West Side

Makkirito will sell both vegetarian and meaty sushi burritos.

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The owner of San Antonio’s popular Hugo’s Sushi and Asian Cuisine is hoping to make another big splash on the Far West Side. Hugo Gonzalez is opening Makirrito, a new restaurant devoted to trendy sushi burritos, at the upcoming Portico at Shaenfield Ranch development at 7807 W Loop 1604 N.

Texas developer Dominion Advisory Group previously teased the restaurant in May while announcing new tenants, but now Gonzalez is sharing more details. As the name implies, Makirrito focuses on burrito-sized maki (sushi rolls) wrapped in seaweed or a tortilla. The handhelds can be customized with fresh fish, shrimp tempura, grilled chicken, and veggies.

The spot will also serve a variety of poke bowls served on sushi rice or mixed greens. Traditional Japanese sides like edamame, seaweed salad, and cucumber salad will complete the meals.

Makirrito will set itself apart from other restaurants serving the fusion dish by incorporating Mexican flavors. In addition to the expected jalapeños and avocados, Gonzalez says the new concept will make various salsas and condiments, such as chiles toreados, to add zip.

“Makirrito was created to be fresh, quick, and crave-worthy — ideal for lunch, dinner, or on-the-go,” says Gonzalez via email. “Beyond food, we’re aiming to create a fun, modern space where the community can experience something new and different while still feeling approachable and family-friendly.”

Makirrito is one of six new restaurants coming to the multimillion-dollar Far West Side development. The eatery will join local favorites Box St. All Day and Crepeccino and San Antonio newcomers Bitelo Brazilian Steakhouse, D’Fish House, and El Mercado. Gonzalez says he hopes to he’ll be rolling sushirritos by December or early 2026.

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San Antonio's iconic Burger Boy expands to Far West Side

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After opening its milestone 10th restaurant in June, San Antonio’s Burger Boy isn’t sitting on its laurels (or should it be crinkle fries?). On Friday, December 5, the beloved local chain announced it was looking forward to opening its 11th unit at Loop 1604 S. and Marbach Road.

The chain announced its latest project in a playful Instagram Reel featuring an employee asking Siri to find the not-yet-existing location. The post was slim on details, but recently filed project details at the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation state that the 2,410 square foot new building is set to wrap up construction in July 2026.

Burger Boy has been on a growth spurt since 2017, when a locally owned investment group bought the brand from its original owner, Carl Bates. Six of the current 10 locations have opened since 2021.

While the current owners may be busy building a modern chain, the menu keeps true to the roots established by Carl’s father, Frank Bates, who ran Whopper Burger from 1955 to 1983. For the uninitiated, the menu skips buzzy food trends in favor of simple burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, and signature crinkle fries.

Burger Boy does go for broke when it comes to shakes. Going beyond classic flavors like vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate, the restaurant sells coconut, banana, and Big Red varieties. The limited-edition drops, currently a Peppermint Drop, keep customers coming back as much as the juicy burgers.

Meanwhile, there are still no updates on the original restaurant on the St. Mary’s Strip. The iconic outpost has been closed since August due to a kitchen fire.

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