Big Hops to open beer bar near downtown San Antonio

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San Antionio — Big Hops Growler Station will open its fourth location east of downtown near the historic Hays Street Bridge by early spring.

Co-owner Rob Martindale said a lease was signed for the building at 306 Austin St., the former home of the Boneshakers pub, which has been closed for more than a year. Plans are to build a growler station with 32 taps for craft beers from around the nation. The joint, which is expected to open by March, will operate like a bar with food provided by food trucks.

The growler station will occupy the first floor of the building. The top floor is expected to be leased for an alternative use such as office space.

Currently, there are two Big Hops Growler Stations -- at 8313 Broadway and 11224 Huebner Road. The third location, at 22250 Bulverde Road, is the brand's gastropub, which has a full-service kitchen.

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