Otto’s Ice House, a Pearl District restaurant that blended Lone Star State ice‑house culture with South Texas comfort food, announced it will close on Friday, Nov. 20, six days before Thanksgiving. The closure matters to San Antonio residents because the venue has been a popular river‑front gathering spot since its opening in April 2025.

According to San Antonio Report, the restaurant was founded by Houston‑based chef and restaurateur Levi Goode. Named for Pearl Brewery founder Otto Koehler, Otto’s offered a beer garden setting along the San Antonio River, featuring a menu that highlighted regional flavors in a casual, family‑friendly atmosphere.

In a statement released Thursday, Goode’s company expressed gratitude, saying, “We are sincerely grateful to the Otto’s team and the San Antonio community for the hospitality, support and memories shared during our time at Pearl.” The statement also thanked Silver Ventures for its partnership and the opportunity to be part of the Pearl district.

The announced closing comes amid a period of significant expansion at Pearl. The report notes that Santonia Cantina, a concept that blends Northern Mexico and South Texas cuisine, is slated to open on Nov. 19, just one day before Otto’s final service. Additional concepts scheduled for early 2027 include Rosso, an Italian steakhouse set to occupy the former Cured space, and Loverboy House Eats, a coffee, lunch and cocktail spot. An unnamed restaurant from Bludorn Hospitality Group will take over the former Carriqui space, which closed in October 2025. A boutique hotel, Perlen House, is also expected to be completed in May, adjacent to Loverboy House Eats.

What’s next: San Antonio diners can look forward to Santonia Cantina opening on Nov. 19, followed by the phased rollout of Rosso, Loverboy House Eats and the new hotel in the coming years. The Pearl district’s continued growth promises fresh dining and hospitality options for the community.

Sources: sanantonioreport.org