Tag: Fourth of July

Celebrate Fourth of July at Taco Cabana with Sonoran Hot Dogs

Taco Cabana celebrates Independence Day with all new Sonoran Hot Dogs and special beer bundles. Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.

Starting Friday July 2, 2021, celebrate Independence Day all weekend long at Taco Cabana with two all-new Sonoran Hot Dogs while supplies last. TC fans can choose from Ground Beef or Bacon Sonoran Hot Dogs available a la carte for $2.99 at all participating Texas locations. Guests ages 21+ can purchase a hot dog and beer bundle, including a Sonoran hot dog + choice of domestic beer for $4.99 or a Sonoran hot dog + choice of premium beer for $5.49. (Taco Cabana, 2021)

This summer, TC continues to be the home of the $2 margarita. TC fans can enjoy their choice of eight margarita flavors, including Lime, Strawberry, Mango, Strawberry Mango, Mangonada, Blue Curacao, Watermelon, and Dragonfruit all day every day for just $2. The Pickle margarita is available at select Taco Cabanas for $2. Guests have the option to add chamoy at no additional cost. TC guests may also purchase gallon margaritas of Lime, Strawberry, and Mango for $34.99 or Blue Curacao for $36.99.

All menu items, including $2 margaritas and beer bundles, can be ordered online at TacoCabana.com or via the MYTC! App for convenient curbside pick-up. TC drive-throughs are open for food and alcohol purchases and Taco Cabana dining rooms and patios are open for on-site dining as well. Members of the MYTC! Loyalty Program also earn reward points for each alcoholic beverage purchase.

Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRGI), was founded in 1978. The brand specializes in fresh Tex-Mex-inspired food including enchiladas, quesadillas, flautas, tacos, house-made flour tortillas and tortilla chips as well a selection of made-from-scratch salsas and sauces. Restaurants feature open-display cooking, a selection of beer and tequila margaritas, patio dining, drive-throughs, curbside pick-up, delivery and catering. As of June 1, 2021, Taco Cabana operates 142 company-owned restaurants in Texas.

Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc., owns, operates and franchises Pollo Tropical and Taco Cabana® restaurant brands. The brands specialize in the operation of fast casual/quick service restaurants that offer distinct and unique flavors with broad appeal at a compelling value. The brands feature fresh-made cooking, drive-thru service and catering.

Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.

Taco Cabana announces new MargaritaPalooza

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Taco Cabana’s MargaritaPalooza starts Friday, July 3. Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission. 

Taco Cabana is excited to announce the launch of MargaritaPalooza. Beginning Friday, July 3, the popular restaurant chain will feature 12 margarita flavors that will be available for purchase all day and every day at participating Texas locations in San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth and El Paso. Margaritas will be available for dine-in, pick-up and drive-thru with food purchase. (Taco Cabana, 2020)

The 12 flavors include:

  • Lime
  • Strawberry
  • Mango
  • Blue Curacao
  • Passion Fruit
  • MojitoRita
  • Frosé
  • Prickly Pear
  • Dr Pepper
  • Mangonada
  • Watermelon
  • Star-Spangled Banner (a patriotic-themed blend of lime, strawberry and blue curacao)

Guests will have the option to add chamoy to their margaritas at no additional cost.

Taco Cabana continues to sell Lime, Strawberry and Mango margaritas on-the-rocks by the gallon to-go for $34.99 and Blue Curacao for $36.99. This weekend only, guests can purchase any two gallons of Lime, Strawberry, Mango or Blue Curacao flavors for $60.

Starting July 1, members of the MYTC! Loyalty Program can also earn reward points for each alcoholic beverage purchase, including any of the new margaritas. Additional details regarding delivery in select markets, curbside pick-up and upcoming new menu items will follow in the coming weeks.

“Taco Cabana has always been the go-to place in Texas for great margaritas. We’re excited about these new flavors and all for just $2 each. Order online for convenient pick-up or in-person at our front counter to-go or via the drive-thru. We welcome everyone to join us for MargaritaPalooza at TC…come be a part of the fiesta.” – Rich Stockinger, Fiesta Restaurant Group President and CEO

Fourth of July food deals in San Antonio

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La Panaderia’s festive red white and blue croissant. Photo: La Panaderia, used with permission. 

Update:
Due to the sharp increase of COVID-19 cases in San Antonio, the San Antonio Museum of Art made the decision to postpone this weekend’s family day to Sunday, August 2. In an attempt to keep staff, volunteers, vendors and visitors safe, the San Antonio Museum of Art is choosing to hold off on the event for the time being.

More Fourth of July deals:
Southerleigh Fine Food and Brewery will offer drink specials at their outdoor oyster bar near Pearl Park. Pearl patrons can stop by to get $1 off the famous house punch, frosé and canned wines. (Southerleigh Fine Food and Brewery, 2020)

La Panaderia will offer a festive red, white and blue croissant. This fun twist on their original croissant is filled with strawberries and cream and topped with red and blue frosting. This colorful croissant will only be available on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th. The star-spangled treat will be available to order online and at all La Panaderia locations. (La Panaderia, 2020)

Local businesses offering Fourth of July deals

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Pre-orders start today for Fourth of July pies from Bakery Lorraine. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission. 

With the Fourth of July around the corner, several businesses around the San Antonio area are offering special deals to help celebrate in style. Whether food or entertainment, Bakery Lorraine, EVO Entertainment, San Antonio Museum of Art and La Panaderia have something for everyone.

Bakery Lorraine:
This Fourth of July, Bakery Lorraine will have their famous Apple pie made with five different apple varieties and donning a lattice decor this holiday season. A new decadent, Chocolate Creme pie will also be available along with their traditional Buttermilk pie topped with fresh berries. This will make the perfect addition to any socially-distanced barbecue, virtual or home celebration. Pies are $26 each and available for pre-order starting on Thursday, June 25. Pre-orders can be done online or by calling the desired store. All pie orders must be placed by Tuesday, June 30, at midnight. Pickup in-store Friday (7/3) or Saturday (7/4). Available at all Bakery Lorraine locations in San Antonio and Austin. (Bakery Lorraine, 2020)

EVO Entertainment:
In celebration of Independence Day, EVO Entertainment will be offering their play on a buy-one-get-one special, where guests can get a free game card equaling their food & beverages purchases at EVO. For example, if a guest spends $20 in refreshments, they are eligible for a free $20 game card to play arcade style games with opportunities to win prizes. There is no cap on how much they can spend or receive for this Fourth of July special. The offer is valid on July 4, 2020 and is available at participating EVO locations in Schertz and Kyle. In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, EVO operates under strict protocols to keep guests and staff safe, including the sanitation of high-contact surfaces every 30 minutes. (EVO Entertainment, 2020)

San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA):
On Sunday, July 5 from Noon to 3p.m., the San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA) will host its Family Day See + Do, a free event for SAISD students and their families. A perfect addition to the holiday weekend, families will have an opportunity to meet Pegasus and other mythical animals as they explore the realms of fantasy in this no-contact, physically distanced family day. Families will have the opportunity to invent their own magical animal and draw it on scratch art paper, sculpt a multi-headed hydra and enjoy a self-paced scavenger hunt. The Family Day See + Do has been generously underwritten by the Charity Ball Association of San Antonio and the Faye L. and William L. Cowden Charitable Association. (San Antonio Museum of Art, 2020)

La Panaderia:
The popular San Antonio bakery will be open to visitors this Fourth of July at both locations so guests can stop in and treat themselves to decadent pan dulce while taking a break from the heat. Guests can also enjoy signature menu items at each restaurant such as the La Panaderia Patty Melt, a unique twist on the Texas favorite. (La Panaderia, 2020)

Fourth of July specials around town

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Celebrate the Fourth of July with drink specials at Southerleigh. Photo: Southerleigh, used with permission. 

The Fourth of July holiday is almost here and local businesses have special menus, activities  and offers to celebrate the holiday in style. (Davila’s BBQ, Pearl, Southerleigh, La Panaderia, Hotel Emma, 2019)

Davila’s BBQ
Davila’s BBQ will offer a brown bag special available to pick up or to eat in the restaurant on the Fourth of July. The special features two Davila’s freshly ground cheeseburgers with crispy French fries and a fountain drink of choice for $12.99. Davila’s BBQ will be open from 11a.m. to 5p.m. that day.

Pearl
Join Pearl for a Great American Picnic in honor of the Fourth of July. The Bottling Department will offer picnic specials and a special pop out by Bud’s Southern Rotisserie who will be selling BBQ chicken with corn and watermelon, as well as bacon-wrapped jalapeño sausage-on-a-stick for guests to purchase and enjoy while listening to live music by the Peterson Brothers. This event will be free and open to the public in Pearl Park.

Southerleigh
This Fourth of July Southerleigh will offer drink specials at their outdoor oyster bar. Pearl patrons can stop by to get $1 off the famous house punch, frosé, frozen Bellini and canned wines. This is the perfect option for those enjoying Great American Picnic in Pearl Park or who are interested in enjoying the outdoors that day. Southerleigh’s oyster bar is located outside nearest Pearl Park.

La Panaderia
The popular San Antonio bakery will be open to visitors this Fourth of July at both locations so guests can stop in and treat themselves to decadent pan dulce while taking a break from the heat. Guests can also try new menu items at the restaurant, like the La Panaderia Patty Melt, a unique twist on the Texas favorite.

Hotel Emma
Hotel Emma will offer the perfect staycation for the Fourth of July. Readers can book a hotel room that week and receive complimentary valet parking, a La Babia Margarita upon check-in to kick off the celebration, nightly turndown service and access to the rooftop pool to cool off in the Texas heat.

Upcoming July events at Pearl

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Past Canciones have included Carrie Rodriguez, Laboratorio and Eva Ybarra. Photo: Matt Buikema, used with permission. 

Pearl is excited to present its July programming including Sound Cream Sunset Sessions with Cumbias Necias themed DJ sets, Great American Picnic to celebrate the Fourth of July, and Canciones: Sounds of San Antonio. Each event is free and open to the public with food and drinks available for purchase. (Pearl, 2019)

Sound Cream Sunset Sessions returns to Pearl Park this July with Cumbias Necias themed DJ sets. DJ sets are every Wednesday this summer from 5:30p.m. to 9p.m. Sound Cream Sunset Sessions is proud to partner with Lipton for the month of July and all month long, the sessions will feature complimentary ice-cold Lipton Texas-Style Sweet Tea, an exclusive product only available in Texas this summer.

The featured DJ for July include:
• July 3 – DJ Manny Dojo
• July 10 – DJ Isaiah
• July 17 – DJ Gracie Chavez
• July 24 – DJ Mexican Black Bird
• July 31 – Gio Chamba

Great American Picnic – Thursday July 4 from 5p.m. to 8p.m.
In honor of Fourth of July, Pearl will host a Great American Picnic. The Bottling Department will offer picnic specials and a special pop out by Bud’s Southern Rotisserie who will be selling BBQ chicken with corn and watermelon, as well as bacon-wrapped jalapeño sausage-on-a-stick–for guests to purchase and enjoy while listening to live music by the Peterson Brothers.

Canciones: Sounds of San Antonio – Friday July 26 from 6:30p.m. to 9p.m.
Canciones, the free concert series celebrating the sounds of South Texas, returns to Pearl Park this July for musical performances highlighting the unique Sounds of San Antonio. Mitch Webb and The Swindles will return to the Canciones Stage and welcome Rosie Flores, Will Owen Gage and D.T. Buffkin. The performance will highlight stories about the songs that have helped shape the musical landscape of San Antonio. Food and drink will be available for purchase at the Bottling Department and Southerleigh’s oyster bar.

Pearl Park
Pearl Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78215

Unique burgers around town for National Grilling Month this July

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Krause’s Double Beef Mushroom Burger. Photo: Krause’s Café, used with permission. 

July is National Grilling Month and with the Fourth of July almost here, nothing says grilling like burgers. When it is too hot outside to get the grill going, area restaurants offer their own unique version of the beloved burger.

Wildcat Burger
A true Texas favorite, Esquire Tavern’s Wildcat Burger is created with locally sourced beef that will satisfy even the most demanding summer grilling connoisseur. It is topped with American cheese, sweet grilled pineapple, crisp lettuce, red pepper jelly and creamy habanero aioli; all nestled in a sweet roll bun. This delicious mix of savory and sweet is available for $16.

The Esquire Tavern
155 East Commerce Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

Krause’s Double Beef Mushroom Burger
As part of the 5th Annual James Beard Blended Burger Project,™ Krause’s Cafe and Biergarten has vowed to create and offer a sustainable burger that consists of 25% mushrooms. The Double Beef Mushroom Burger is made with Texas Beef Brisket, ground with local Kitchen Pride mushrooms and seasoned with peppered beef jerky, havarti cheese, crisp pancetta, wild arugula and pickled beech mushrooms, all served on a toasted brioche bun. The burger is only available throughout the competition, until July 31, and costs $10. From Monday through Thursday during lunch hours, patrons who order the Double Beef Mushroom Burger will get any of Krause’s other house ground burgers for half price.

Krause’s Café and Biergarten
148 S Castell Ave
New Braunfels, TX 78130

La Panaderia Patty Melt
June brought the launch of the Caceres brothers’ latest invention, La Panaderia Patty Melt. This unique take on the traditional Patty Melt takes the hearty sandwich to the next level with a high-quality ground beef patty with savory caramelized onions and sandwiched between decadent poppyseed bread. La Panaderia Patty Melt is now be offered at both locations and is priced at $14.99.

La Panaderia
301 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205

8305 Broadway St
San Antonio, TX 78209

Davila’s 1/2 Brisket Burger
This specialty burger is a traditional American burger with a Davila’s BBQ Texas twist. The burger comes with a patty meat along with Davila’s specialized mesquite smoked brisket for double the protein and flavor. The burger is then topped off with tomato, onion, lettuce and cheese with optional Jalapeños for an extra kick. Adrian Davila uses his grandfather’s South Texas and Latin techniques, such as smoking meats directly on the embers or in an underground pit, where the traditional vaquero style comes into play. The Davila’s burger is priced at $8.99.

Davila’s BBQ
418 W. Kingsbury St.
Seguin, Texas 78155

Honey Sriracha Burger
EVO’s signature half pound patties are crafted with a custom blend of locally sourced beef that is hand-ground and pressed daily. Originally created from an employee contest, the Honey Sriracha Burger dominated as the company favorite, now with a permanent stay on the menu. This burger combines pepper jack cheese, jalapenos, bacon and is topped with grilled onions and peppers. This incredible taste of spicy flare is fixed between a sweet fresh baked bun and is priced at $13.50.

EVO Entertainment Group
18658 IH 35N
Schertz, TX 78154

Shack Stack Burger
San Antonio is now home to two Shake Shack locations that feature the Shack Stack burger. The Shack Stack features a classic ShackBurger with cheese, stacked with a crisp-fried portobello mushroom filled with melted muenster and cheddar cheeses, complete with lettuce, tomato and the famous ShackSauce. This over the top burger is available for $10.29 at the Park North location and the newly opened Brackenridge Shack.

Park North
7427 San Pedro Ave
San Antonio, TX 78216

Brackenridge
3003 Broadway Street
San Antonio, TX 78209

Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic

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This year’s Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic is set for Wednesday July 4. Photo: Circuit of the Americas, used with permission.

Live Nation, C3 Presents and Circuit of The Americas (COTA) recently announced the performance order for the 45th edition of Willie’s 4th of July Picnic on Wednesday, July 4, 2018. This year’s 4th of July Picnic will once again feature two stages: the main Austin360 Amphitheater stage and the Honor Flight Grand Plaza Stage. The all-day event celebrating America’s birthday features performances starting at 11:30a.m. on the Honor Flight Stage. This year’s picnic is excited to announce a very special guest to present the fireworks display to commemorate the show and to celebrate America’s birthday. (Circuit of the Americas, 2018)

Honor Flight Grand Plaza Stage (listed in order of performance):
David Allan Coe, Yellow Feather, Raelyn Nelson Band, Folk Uke, Particle Kid, Gene Watson, Johnny Bush, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Billy Joe Shaver, Asleep at The Wheel

Pavilion Stage (Austin360 Amphitheater – listed in order of performance):
Jamestown Revival, The Wild Feathers, Lukas Nelson and Promise of The Real, Margo Price, Edie Brickell & New Bohemians, Ryan Bingham, The Head and The Heart, Sturgill Simpson, Willie Nelson & Family

The Grand Plaza will have picnic tables where fans can eat, drink, celebrate and watch their favorite artists, as well as a shopping area featuring a wide variety of Texas-based vendors.

Tickets are priced at $99.50 for the GA Pit Section and Reserved Seat Section in front of the stage. Reserved bowl tickets are $52.50–$99.50 and $42.50 for H-E-B General Admission Lawn. All tickets are available for purchase at Ticketmaster, Circuit of the Americas, or by phone at 1-800-745-3000.

Standard parking lots at Circuit of The Americas open at 10a.m. and gates to the Austin360 Amphitheater open at 11a.m. Standard parking is included in the price of the ticket. Premium parking, bus parking, RV parking, as well as campsites are also available to buy at the time tickets are purchased.

As the event is scheduled to run for approximately 13 hours, venue management is extending the opportunity for patrons to bring in one (1) 1-quart-sized clear plastic bag with food, per person, for Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic. Standard venue policy allows patrons to bring in one (1) 20 oz. factory-sealed water bottle, per person.

Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic will be broadcast live on Willie Nelson’s exclusive SiriusXM channel, Willie’s Roadhouse, Channel 59 on SiriusXM radios and streaming live on the new SiriusXM mobile app and SiriusXM connected devices and speakers. In addition to live sets, the broadcast will include backstage interviews hosted by Willie’s Roadhouse and Outlaw Country DJs Dallas Wayne and Willie’s daughter, Paula Nelson.

Circuit of the Americas
9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd
Austin, TX 78617