In 2026, restaurants appear to be closing more than opening, but in September, openings and closings were about even. As new restaurants like Hot Spot 61 and Amar debuted last month, a small handful of eateries, bars and coffee shops said their goodbyes.
Here at MySA, we try to keep track of all the comings and goings in the local restaurant scene, so read on for a list of San Antonio food and drink spaces that closed in September 2026.
The Dakota East Side Ice House
On September 1, The Dakota East Side Ice House confirmed that, after months of uncertainty, the neighborhood watering hole had closed for good. The closure came after months of local community members striving to raise enough money to keep the business open.
Folklores Coffee House in Beacon Hill
Folklores Coffee House announced that it had permanently closed its Beacon Hill location on September 2. The Government Hill location continues to serve customers their favorite coffee drinks.
Sonic Drive-In on Vance Jackson
September 20 was the last day of service for the Sonic Drive-In at 4318 Vance Jackson Road. The empty building has since been boarded up, and the property remains available for lease.
Beer Goggles Pub
The City of Live Oak had a hand in shutting down Beer Goggles Pub after two decades because the bar’s dilapidated patio posed a danger to patrons. San Antonio Express-News reported that the patio “was likely constructed without the required city permits.”…