News Summary
Portillo’s, the renowned Chicago-style restaurant, is coming to Schertz, Texas, promising a menu filled with hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and their famous chocolate cake. The new location will be positioned at the busy intersection of Interstate 35 and Cibolo Valley Drive, offering ample seating and a convenient drive-thru. While the opening date is not yet confirmed, it is anticipated to welcome guests in the summer of 2025. Local officials are excited about the new dining option and the economic boost it will bring to the community.
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Portillo’s, the well-known Chicago-style restaurant chain, is set to make its debut in South Texas with a new location in Schertz, near San Antonio. This expansion marks Portillo’s second restaurant in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metropolitan area, allowing the brand to grow its presence in a region where it aims to build a loyal customer base.
The new restaurant will be strategically placed at the intersection of Interstate 35 and Cibolo Valley Drive, a location that promises high traffic and visibility. Portillo’s features a diverse menu renowned for its Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, char-grilled burgers, and their celebrated chocolate cake, catering to a wide array of diners.
Slated to encompass 6,250 square feet, the Schertz restaurant will follow the brand’s innovative “Restaurant of the Future” design, aiming to enhance customer experience. It will offer indoor seating for approximately 125 guests, supplemented by outdoor seating for about 40 guests. The planning includes the convenience of double drive-thru lanes, designated pickup shelves, and a “Grab and Go” area, ideal for both dine-in and takeaway customers.
While the exact opening date is yet to be confirmed, the restaurant is expected to start welcoming customers in the summer of 2025, no later than June. The anticipation surrounding this new location reflects the broader trend of revitalizing vacant spaces along the I-35 corridor between San Antonio and New Braunfels, aimed at boosting local dining options.
As part of its preparations for the new location, Portillo’s will soon commence hiring for management positions and shift leaders, highlighting its commitment to local employment and community integration. With the chain currently operating over 90 locations across 10 states, including previously successful expansions in Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston, the company is looking to replicate its success in the Alamo City.
The expansion into Schertz is seen as a significant move for the city, with Mayor Ralph Gutierrez emphasizing the potential for Portillo’s to become a favored dining destination. With its rich menu and engaging dining environment, the restaurant aspires to convert first-time visitors into lifelong fans of its iconic offerings.
This upcoming Portillo’s restaurant signifies an investment in the local economy, providing new job opportunities and enhancing the culinary landscape of the area. As the opening date approaches, the community is expected to eagerly anticipate the arrival of this popular Chicago-style eatery.
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