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San Antonio brunch spot Full Belly has closed down
By Adam Poupko at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
Stone Oak brunch staple Full Belly Cafe + Bar closed on July 1, owner Blade Haddock told the Express-News. The dining spot at 427 N Loop 1604 West, Suite 202, opened in 2020 at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and weathered a series of closures and re-openings, including a brief expansion to a ...
Key takeaway Stone Oak brunch staple Full Belly Cafe + Bar closed on July 1, owner Blade Haddock told the Express-News.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The closure of Full Belly Cafe + Bar in Stone Oak marks another challenge for the local dining scene, which has seen a surge in new openings in recent years. Despite its efforts to adapt to the pandemic, the brunch spot ultimately couldn't sustain itself, leaving a vacancy in the bustling 1604 corridor. This development may prompt other local businesses to reassess their strategies for navigating the competitive market. The loss of Full Belly also means that residents in the surrounding area will have to look elsewhere for weekend brunch options, potentially impacting foot traffic and local economic activity. As the city's culinary landscape continues to evolve, it will be worth watching how other establishments in the area respond to the changing tastes and preferences of San Antonio 's diners. The closure of Full Belly serves as a reminder that even in a thriving food scene, individual businesses can still face significant hurdles.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Stone Oak brunch staple Full Belly Cafe + Bar closed on July 1, owner Blade Haddock told the Express-News. The dining spot at 427 N Loop 1604 West, Suite 202, opened in 2020 at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and weathered a series of closures and re-openings, including a brief expansion to a ...
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