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From a new food truck park to a new spot for boba tea and coffee, check out the latest dining news from across the Alamo City.
New food truck park opens near San Antonio's medical center
A new food truck park has opened at the South Texas Medical Center, featuring a variety of flavor concepts.
The gist
The Biscuit Yard officially opened on Oct. 30 at 9630 Huebner Road, according to a news release.
It’s an extension of the local Alamo Biscuit Company chain, an all-day breakfast joint with locations scattered across the city.
“We wanted to create a space that celebrates San Antonio’s diverse food culture while giving our community another reason to come together,” owner John Vale said in the news release.
Boba tea shop rebrands in Universal City
A tea and coffee shop in Northeast San Antonio has rebranded.
Kung Fu Tea, located at 3126 Pat Booker Road, Ste. 108, in Universal City, is in the process of rebranding to Take a Break, staff told Community Impact.
What's happening
The shop has replaced its signage and removed previous Kung Fu Tea branding from the storefront. The shop has also been removed from Kung Fu Tea's store locator.
Take a Break features a similar menu to its predecessor. The shop offers milk teas, specialty coffees and baked goods.
Peggy's on the Green set to close after 9 years serving Boerne
This Southern-style restaurant in Boerne plans to close at the end of the month.
Current situation
Peggy’s on the Green, situated inside The Kendall at 128 W. Blanco Road, is closing its doors Nov. 30, restaurant staff told Community Impact.
While the eatery is closing, staff said a new concept with a similar team and chef is expected to take its place.
Staff said the eatery could reopen under a new name with a similar menu as soon as Dec. 3.
A new spot for teas and specialty beverages just opened inside this Schertz ice cream parlor.
What’s new
Energy Island Healthy Tea and Shake Shop—owned by husband and wife duo Randy and Trisha Gentry—opened Nov. 6.
The business is nestled inside Randy G’s Homemade Ice Cream at 1420 Schertz Parkway, Ste. 240, in Schertz.
Gentry said his wife, Trisha Gentry, is in charge of the smoothie shop, while he primarily oversees the ice cream parlor, a business which he first opened in 2021.
Darkside Brick Oven Pizza Co. opens new bar and lounge in Boerne
This local pizzeria in Boerne has expanded, unveiling a brand new bar and lounge this fall.
What’s happening
Darkside Brick Oven Pizza Co. officially opened its new bar called Darkside After Dark on Nov. 13, owner Michael Hawes said in an Instagram post.
The restaurant, known for its '70s- and '80s-themed decor, music and Star Wars memorabilia, has continued the trend with this new Predator-inspired bar.
It's located directly behind the pizza joint at 25 Truss Dive, east of Boerne, off Hwy. 46.
