San Antonio, Texas, December 30, 2025
As 2026 approaches, North San Antonio sees a surge in new business openings, providing a diverse range of dining, retail, and recreation options for both residents and visitors. Key establishments include La PanaderÃa, Trader Joe’s, and various eateries and wellness centers, reflecting the area’s economic vitality and growth. Upcoming businesses promise to enrich the local landscape even further.
San Antonio, Texas – North San Antonio is experiencing a surge in new business openings as 2026 approaches, offering residents and visitors a variety of fresh dining, retail, and recreational options.
Recent Openings
- La PanaderÃa: Celebrated the grand opening of its largest location to date in Stone Oak on December 17, 2025. The 6,600-square-foot bakery offers authentic Mexican pastries, an all-day café menu, and a covered patio.
- Trader Joe’s: Opened its third San Antonio location on November 4, 2025, at 11745 I-10, Ste. 410, in the Huebner Oaks Center. The store features a variety of store-brand products, produce, and more.
- The Biscuit Yard: Launched on October 30, 2025, near the Medical Center area, this food truck park offers street tacos, Southern seafood, Texas barbecue, and more.
- Mezcal Comida & Cantina: Opened in late October 2025, serving Oaxacan-style cuisine and other Mexican dishes, complemented by a full outdoor bar and seating area.
- 7 to 7 Dental: Opened on December 1, 2025, at 16350 Blanco Road, Ste. 114, offering traditional dental care, checkups, cleanings, and orthodontic services.
- TruFit Athletic Clubs: Opened a new 35,000-square-foot gym in December 2025 at 2323 Lockhill Selma Road, featuring free weights, machines, a recovery zone, personal trainers, and more.
- The Picklr: Scheduled to open in late Q1 2026 at 16648 San Pedro Ave., this pickleball facility will feature approximately 34,000 square feet of indoor courts, meeting spaces, locker rooms, and more.
- Buzzline: Opened on September 1, 2025, at 21790 Bulverde Road, Ste. 104, serving cocktails, mocktails, margaritas, and more beverages to-go, plus an indoor area for gatherings.
- Taco210Mexico: Opened on October 21, 2025, at 14357 Blanco Road, offering tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, and more with inspiration from both Texas and international flavors.
- Applebee’s + IHOP: Reopened on October 27, 2025, at 9911 I-10, offering dishes from both restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Executive Home Care: Opened on November 3, 2025, at 118 Broadway, Ste. 530, providing in-home care services for seniors, including mobility assistance and medication management.
- Alamo Promenade: Opened on November 21, 2025, near The Alamo, featuring a pedestrian walking mall with historical markers, monuments, and more.
- Walmart: Reopened on November 7, 2025, at 1603 Vance Jackson Road, featuring new features and a veterans mural.
- YWCA’s Women’s Live and Learn Center: Opened on November 15, 2025, at 2318 Castroville Road, featuring a new playground with a reading theater, garden, picnic tables, play towers, and an orange playhouse.
- Hotel Emma: Celebrated its 10th anniversary on November 1, 2025, at The Pearl.
Upcoming Openings
- The Mermaid Cafe: A disabled-first coffee shop founded by Leah Meyer, opening early 2025 at 14415 Blanco Road, offering coffee and gluten-free baked goods.
- Dill Dinkers Pickleball: A second location opening early 2025 at 18450 Blanco Road, Ste. 101, featuring five indoor courts, a pro shop, and availability for private and corporate events.
- Elsewhere Too: A second location of the Riverwalk bar Elsewhere, opening June 2025 at 4507 N. Loop 1604 W. access road, featuring a 52-foot ferris wheel, greenhouse pavilion, flower tunnel, and fire pits near Picks Bar and Fairway Golf Simulation.
- The Toasted Yolk Cafe: Opening in April 2025 at 18402 US 281, Bldg. A, Ste. 101, offering breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes with options like pancakes, sandwiches, soups, omelets, and cocktails.
- Ivy Kids: An early childhood center opening in spring 2025 at 24278 Wilderness Oak, offering programs for infants and children up to 12 years old.
- BlueWave Express Car Wash: A cashless car wash opening in the third quarter of 2025 at 14530 Blanco Road, offering an eco-friendly, 3-minute wash experience.
- Emerald Townhomes: A new neighborhood of three-bedroom townhomes near Loop 1604 and Bulverde Road, with construction completed in 2025.
Background
These developments reflect the growing economic vitality and community engagement in North San Antonio, as new businesses cater to a diverse range of interests and needs. From dining and retail to fitness and recreation, the area continues to evolve, offering residents and visitors an expanding array of options as 2026 approaches.
Conclusion
As North San Antonio continues to grow, residents and visitors alike can look forward to a vibrant new landscape punctuated by these recent and upcoming business openings. Local entrepreneurs are showcasing remarkable resilience and creativity, demonstrating how a favorable business environment can promote economic growth and community well-being. Support your local businesses to ensure a thriving San Antonio economy as we step into a new year.
FAQ
- What is the largest new business opening in North San Antonio as of December 2025?
- La PanaderÃa opened its largest location to date in Stone Oak on December 17, 2025, spanning 6,600 square feet.
- When did Trader Joe’s open its third San Antonio location?
- Trader Joe’s opened its third San Antonio location on November 4, 2025, at 11745 I-10, Ste. 410, in the Huebner Oaks Center.
- What is The Biscuit Yard?
- The Biscuit Yard is a food truck park that offers street tacos, Southern seafood, Texas barbecue, and more.
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