The Helotes Golden Corral was quietly marked permanently closed and appears to be consolidating with the SE Military Road location, according to local posts and the chain's directory.

State filings and a site visit show the former Luby's on Walzem Road has been gutted, but Pizza Ranch branding and a firm tenant plan have yet to materialize.

Bar 717 at 717 N. Alamo St. looks like it may finally move forward after months of delay. A state filing lists renovations that could put the bar on track this spring.

Live Oak staple Biff Buzby's Burgers closed Dec. 31 after 25 years. Owners blamed rising costs and low attendance; a Jan. 2–4 liquidation will sell furniture and equipment.

San Antonio ramen spot Noodle Tree will close Jan. 11 after chef Mike Nguyen says he must focus on recovery from a years‑long cancer battle.

Chicago‑born Potbelly plans a 1,750‑sq‑ft shop at New Braunfels’ Town Center at Creekside with a $425K renovation and an early‑2026 timeline.

Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias hosted a Christmas comedy show as a food drive for the San Antonio Food Bank, drawing a large turnout and conversations on social issues.

Smoothie King opened a second New Braunfels location at 654 S. Walnut Ave., expanding the local franchise operated by Paul Flores.

Jim's Broadway location says it aims to resume round-the-clock hours between Dec. 26 and Jan. 1, a potential late-night comeback for the Broadway corridor. Company listings still show earlier closing times.

San Antonio’s final Genghis Grill has shuttered at Loop 1604; Two Greeks Grill is registered to renovate the suite and aims for an early‑2026 opening.

Katerina, led by chefs Justin Manzi and Greg Carter, is slated to open in Stone Oak in early January with a bold, approachable menu and curated drinks.

Salt Lick Vineyards and Terry Black’s quietly launched FridayMtn., a limited run of 2020 Hill Country reds made to pair with barbecue.

Teriyaki Madness will open its 200th shop on the North Side this Friday with $6 bowls, free‑for‑a‑year prizes and a Golden Fork‑Chop giveaway.