Try the Wake & Bacon Smash’d Burger for a loaded meal with fried egg, bacon, roasted jalapeno aïoli, a hash brown, pickles, and a blueberry habanero sauce. | Photo by SATXtoday team
It’s past 10 p.m., and you’re hungry. Don’t sleep on an empty stomach. We’ve got you covered with these restaurants open late in the Alamo City.
Open past 10
Hot Joy, 1101 Broadway, Ste. 140 | Open until midnight, daily
This ramen spot will satisfy your late-night need for something warm, filling, and spicy.
The Dogfather, 6211 San Pedro Ave. | Open until midnight, daily
Hot dogs aren’t just for the San Antonio Missions baseball games, so try a gourmet one to get your frank fix — this spot has great vegan options, too.
Open past midnight
Smash’d, 520 E. Grayson St. | Open until 1 a.m., Friday-Saturday
Head to the late-night happy hour on Friday and Saturday nights. Pro tip: Don’t forget to grab a Cucumber Smash Cooler to wash it all down.
Open 24/7
Taco Palenque, multiple locations | Open 24 hours
Several of Taco Palenque’s locations are open 24/7. Skip the Taco Bell and opt for something that locals like to dig into — we love the Al Pastor Chicken Tacos.
“Crossroads” Movie Party | 7 p.m. | Alamo Drafthouse Cinema-Park North | $23 | Watch the iconic film starring Britney Spears about three childhood friends who go on a cross-country trip.
Tuesday, May 20
Hippo Campus | 8 p.m. | The Aztec Theatre | $45+ | Jam out to the American indie rock band’s “FLOOD Tour.”
Wednesday, May 21
Drop-in Guided Tour: Native Plants in the Garden | Wednesday, May 21 | 10-11 a.m. | San Antonio Botanical Garden | Free+ | Learn more about native plants on the Texas Native Trails — access to this event is provided with general admission.
Thursday, May 22
Get in Formation: Beyoncé Themed Coworking Night | 6-9 p.m. | Babes Support Babes Coworking | $20+ | This isn’t your average coworking event — DJ Que Fanci will be spinning Beyoncé hits while you grab drinks from an open coffee and champagne bar.
Starlight Movie Series | 6-10 p.m. | San Antonio Botanical Garden | $22 | Take in the 2010 film “Alice in Wonderland” under a blanket of stars.
Friday, May 23
Memorial Day Artisan Show | 10 a.m. | The San Antonio River Walk | Free | Stroll the River Walk while shopping from 40+ handmade artisan booths with items like pottery, textiles, jewelry, and more.
San Pedro Creek Culture Park is officially completed after 10 years of renovations. Explore the pathways to find over 20 pieces of artwork, historical displays, and native plants. (San Antonio Express-News)
Open
A new coffee shop and cantina designed by HGTV star Kim Wolfe is now open inside of The St. Anthony hotel. Take a look at Anacacho Coffee & Cantina, which took over the hotel’s former Haunt Bar space. (San Antonio News-Express)
Development
Airport officials recently presented a new update to SAT’s planned $2.5 billion expansion. Among the updated recommendations were new food and beverage concessions for Terminal B’s food court + a new parking structure and Ground Transportation Center.
Coming Soon
A new EZ’s Brick Oven and Grill location is headed to the far West Side. Construction on the local pizza chain’s new spot is set to start on Monday, June 2 and be completed by Wednesday, Oct. 1. (KSAT)
Mansion Monday
This 4,010-sqft home in the heart of San Antonio’s Medical Center checks all the boxes on our “hot weather-ready” home checklist. Indoor pool? Check. Shaded outdoor conversation pit? Check. Spacious showers (to rinse off all the sweat)? Check. Check it out yourself.
Number
1,526,656. That was San Antonio’s 2024 total population, making it the No. 7 most populous US city, according to recent data from the Census Bureau. Our city’s population increased by 23,945 between July 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024.
Plan Ahead
The Rock at La Cantera announced its summer event lineup — including the “Tastes of Summer” country concert series starting Saturday, June 7. Check out the Tastes of Summer lineup and stay tuned for upcoming events.
Sports
The Spurs are eyeing Dylan Harper ahead of the NBA Draft on Wednesday, June 25. Dive into the implications of the San Antonio Spurs’ pick with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Wellness
Which medical cannabis products are available in Texas? From gummies and tinctures to chocolates, Texas Original offers an extensive line of medical cannabis products for patients in the Texas Compassionate Use Program. Pro tip: Don’t forget to peep the Lone Star state’s first RSO medical cannabis line.†‡*
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What do you think: Was the Dallas Cowboys’ schedule release video better, or the Houston Texans’? This USA Today ranking puts the Cowboys video at No. 28, citing “just dudes being dudes,” while the Texans video is at No. 14 — praising its use of “one of the most iconic moments in the ‘Scary Movie’ franchise.”
Answered
Answered
Which feature of Arboretum San Antonio are you most excited about?
~50% | Phase 1: I’m excited for the first gardens + new Visitors Center
~29% | Phase 3: I can’t wait to stroll the boardwalk and canopy walk
~13% | Phase 2: I’m ready for performances at the Events Center
~8% | Phase 4: I love seeing the finishing touches
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