Retail Roundup: Alamo Drafthouse testing season pass, Shake Shack opening

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Alamo Drafthouse is testing a new subscription pass in San Antonio, and locals can sign up to try it out.

Customers pay a monthly rate for an Alamo Season Pass, which includes one movie per day, the Austin-based theater chain said in a news release. It applies to 2D movies, but 3D films and special events may not be available to subscribers.

A spokesperson said the company does not have a confirmed price and is still testing it.

Business Insider reported in March that the plan would cost $20 a month in most places. Founder and CEO Tim League told the media outlet the company planned to offer the pass at all of its theaters by year’s end.

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To buy a pass, people must be a member of Alamo Victory, the company’s free rewards program. Local movie-goers can sign up for the beta test online and every week Alamo Drafthouse will invite several people to buy a pass.

After the pass is activated, people can use the chain’s mobile app to reserve a seat and unlock the ticket.

Alamo Drafthouse noted that the features or pass price might change during the test period, and the company may offer different versions of the program. People will be notified via email and given the chance to cancel.

Shake Shack is opening its newest Alamo City location at 11 a.m. Friday. The restaurant at 3003 Broadway St. is near Brackenridge Park and the San Antonio Zoo.

Along with the chain’s signature burgers, sandwiches and fries, Shake Shack will serve its custard “concretes” with various mix-ins, including a flavor with pieces of The Granary ’Cue & Brew’s buttermilk chess pie. It will also serve beer and wine, including beverages from Ranger Creek Brewing.

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The owner and chef of The Granary plans to open another restaurant and bar soon at the intersection of North St. Mary’s and East Elmira streets, Staff Writer Chuck Blount reports. State documents and building signage indicate it will be called Fontaine’s Southern Diner & Bar.

The original local Mama’s Cafe at 2442 Nacogdoches Road has closed temporarily. Trevor Lawton, the son and business partner of owner and founder Cappy Lawton, told Blount he plans to reopen it.

Sweet Paris Crêperie and Café is opening at the Shops at La Cantera in mid-June, according to a news release. Founded in Houston, the restaurant sells sweet and savory crêpes.

Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q is opening a new restaurant near the airport, Blount notes. There’s signage in front of a former Grady’s BBQ restaurant on Nakoma Drive indicating Rudy’s is hiring, and a spokesperson said the business is aiming to open in October.

A gourmet hot dog chain may be opening a restaurant at 9330 Potranco Road, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

California-based Dog Haus serves hot dogs, sausages and burgers with a twist, such as a bacon-wrapped hot dog with chili and fried onions, Staff Writer Mike Sutter reports.

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