This is the latest on 16 businesses in and around Northeast San Antonio this month.

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Slim Chickens

The nationwide chain restaurant specializes in southern-style chicken.The restaurant, with four other locations in and around the San Antonio metro, is known for its buttermilk breaded tenders, wings, sandwiches and more.Ink & Ivy Tattoos

The artist-operated tattoo parlor is locally-owned by Megan Taylor. Ink & Ivy Tattoos offers custom and flash art tattoos, with both appointments and walk-ins available.
  • Opened June 6
  • 100 S. Main St., Cibolo
  • Facebook: Ink and Ivy
DXL Big + Tall


The men's clothing store specializes in large-fitting apparel and wear for men.
  • Opened June 28
  • 8352 Agora Parkway, Ste. 140, Selma
  • www.dxl.com
Coming soon

Max & Louie’s New York Diner

The San Antonio diner is owned and founded by Drew Glick. Max & Louie's New York Diner offers a classic East Coast style diner experience, according to its website. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.Thera Nails Lab

The nail salon is owned by Anh Nguyen. Thera Nails Lab will offer traditional manicures, pedicures and waxing.
  • Opening December
  • 1347 FM 1103, Ste. 131, Cibolo
  • 806-471-2227
KPOT


A nationwide Korean restaurant chain offers a unique mix of Korean-style BBQ options along with classic Korean Hot Pot dishes.What’s next

Synergy Refrigeration

The industrial refrigeration company is planning to build a second building on its property in Universal City, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.Relocations

Hill Country Dermatology


The clinic—owned by board-certified dermatologists Vicente Quintero and Danielle Brown—relocated from 5000 Baptist Health Drive, Ste. 116 to 17331 I-35 N., Ste. 107 in Schertz. Hill Country Dermatology offers treatments for acne and eczema, botox and filler injections. Quintero and Brown also own Hill Country Dermatology in New Braunfels.Texas Violin Shop

The Texas Violin Shop relocated from 10119 Trappers Ridge in Converse to 924 Coronado Boulevard in Universal City . The violin shop, owned by Samantha and Estefan Cortez, offers instrument lessons. The Texas Violin Shop also has violins, violas, cellos and bass instruments available to rent or purchase.In the news

Methodist Hospital Northeast

Methodist Hospital Northeast celebrated its 40-year anniversary June 16. The hospital campus was acquired by Methodist Healthcare in 1995 and offers a wide range of healthcare services, including advanced cardiovascular care, neurosurgery and joint replacement surgeries. The hospital is also recognized as a Level III Trauma Center by the Texas Department of State Health Services, and as a Certified Primary Stroke Center by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.TruLight127 Ministries


This nonprofit organization celebrated its 10 year anniversary in June. TruLight127 specializes in providing foster and adoption services to children in Bexar, Comal, and surrounding counties. They also have a housing complex for children who haven’t found a home yet.The Chamber (Schertz-Cibolo-Selma Area)

The Chamber celebrated its 20 year anniversary on June 21. The organization aims to improve commerce in Schertz, Cibolo, Selma and surrounding areas through various community initiatives and programs.Retama Park

The track celebrated its 30-year anniversary on April 8. Retama Park has live quarter horse racing as well as dining options at Clubhouse 95 and Terrace Dining Room. Retama Park's 2025 horse racing season will begin on June 26 and conclude on August 16.Universal City Public Information Channel

Universal City launched its own public information called UC TV on Spectrum Channel 1306 on June 6. The channel has been in the works for five years and features local content from artists, businesses and filmmakers, according to a news release.Worth the trip


Duck & Dumpling

The Chinese restaurant serves steamed or boiled dumplings and a full-course Peking duck complete with all the traditional sides.River City Refillery

The business—owned by Kelley Pacillas—looks to reduce plastic waste and increase the use of non-toxic home goods by giving customers the ability to refill their items using glass jars and other reusable containers brought from home. The refillery will also sell non-toxic, eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, cleaners, lotions and more.