A combination pretzel shop and ice cream parlor is making its way to San Antonio, allowing locals to nab sweet and savory snacks in one trip. According to state records, the city’s first shared location of popular chains Wetzel’s Pretzels and Cold Stone Creamery will open at 7118 W. Loop 1604 N.

Neither brand is new to the Alamo City area. Wetzel’s has operated a kiosk at the Shops of La Cantera since 2021, and Cold Stone has four locations in the area. The two storefronts in San Antonio city limits share space with sibling concept Rocky Mountain Chocolate.

Cold Stone was co-founded in 1988 by Donald and Susan Sutherland, who sought a Goldilocks balance between hard-pack and soft-serve ice cream. Today, it is known as one of two national chains offering made-to-order cones with various mix-ins.

Wetzel’s, founded in 1994, is best known as a concession stand with locations in airports, shopping malls, arenas, and theme parks like Walt Disney World. Although it serves some sweet treats, it is most famous for salted soft pretzels and hot dogs.

The two brands began combining forces in 2022 when Dallas-based private equity firm CenterOak Partners LLC sold Wetzel’s to MTY Food Group, the Canadian franchiser behind well-known concepts like Famous Dave’s, Papa Murphy’s, and Pinkberry.

Combination storefronts have become all the rage in a restaurant industry looking to maximize foot traffic and cut costs. Health-conscious chains Saladworks and Frutta Bowls recently announced a second shared location in San Antonio. And local celebrity chef Johnny Hernandez is melding Burgerteca with Southtown favorite Blue Moon Mexican Restaurant.

A Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing says that construction of San Antonio’s new Cold Stone/Wetzel’s outpost will wrap up in December. Their parent company has yet to release grand opening plans.