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Six smokers to burn around the clock at new Terry Black’s in San Antonio

The Central Texas smokehouse opens November 17 at 2102 Broadway, bringing its brisket and ribs to the downtown area.

By Yara Nasser ·

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Terry Black’s Barbecue opens a new location in San Antonio on November 17. The restaurant is located at 2102 Broadway in the downtown area. It will operate as a large-scale smokehouse that produces meat continuously. The new venue aims to bring the brand’s Central Texas style to a new neighborhood in the city.

The kitchen features six Moberg smokers. Each unit has a capacity of 1,000 gallons. These six units operate around the clock to prepare the daily inventory. The menu includes brisket, pork ribs, chopped beef, and house-made sausage. The constant operation ensures that fresh meat is available throughout the day for guests.

Diners can pair their main dishes with several traditional sides. The menu lists mac and cheese, creamed corn, pinto beans, and potato salad. Dessert options include peach cobbler and banana pudding. The dining room is designed to hold a large number of guests. The space includes large windows that look out onto Broadway Street.

The interior decor focuses on local history and Texas culture. The walls display local memorabilia and historic signs from the Pearl Brewery. This design choice aligns with the restaurant’s goal of offering a classic Texas experience. The location sits in the heart of San Antonio, near other popular dining and entertainment venues. The opening date of November 17 marks the start of regular service at this site.

The restaurant is part of a broader trend of barbecue chains expanding into San Antonio. Terry Black’s has established a presence in the Central Texas region. This new addition to Broadway brings a high-volume cooking operation to the area. The six smokers represent a substantial investment in equipment and staffing. The business plans to serve a steady stream of customers who visit the downtown core.

The opening follows a period of construction and preparation at the site. Staff have been working to install the smokers and set up the dining area. The restaurant will join other established barbecue spots in the San Antonio market. The specific focus on brisket and ribs addresses a popular demand among local meat enthusiasts. The new location provides another option for those seeking smoked meats without traveling to other parts of the state.

Customers can expect the full range of menu items from the opening day. The kitchen will run the six smokers to produce the initial batches of brisket and ribs. The side dishes and desserts will be prepared in the same commercial kitchen. The dining room will be open for guests to sit and eat their meals. The presence of the Pearl Brewery signs adds a layer of local history to the new space. The restaurant operates within the broader San Antonio dining scene, adding a new stop for those exploring the city's food offerings.

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