What's Being Built in Schertz, Texas

📅 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 | We monitor city council meetings, building permits, and planning approvals weekly

Complete tracker of new restaurants, stores, and developments coming to Schertz, Texas. From Schertz Station's massive expansion to new retail along I-35, here's everything you need to know about what's opening, what's under construction, and what's planned.

🏗️ Schertz Station — The Big One

The 72-acre mixed-use development at I-35 and Cibolo Valley Drive is transforming into Northeast San Antonio's premier dining and shopping destination. $65M+ investment with multiple phases opening through 2026.

Schertz Station site plan showing current and planned tenants

Schertz Station Master Development

Under Construction

Location: I-35 North & Cibolo Valley Drive

Size: 72 acres

Investment: $65M+

Developer: Merit CRE (with $8M infrastructure support from Schertz EDC)

Expected Completion: Late 2026 (full buildout)

Current Tenants:

Panera Bread ✓ OPEN
Opened October 2025
Dave's Hot Chicken ✓ OPEN
Nashville hot chicken chain | Opened January 2026
Chipotle ✓ OPEN
Opened early 2026
Portillo's COMING SOON
📍 18678 I-35 N | Chicago-style hot dogs & Italian beef | "Restaurant of the Future" prototype | Now hiring | Expected mid-late 2026
CAVA COMING SOON
Mediterranean fast-casual | Expected 2026
Piada Italian Street Food COMING SOON
📍 18430 I-35 N, Lot 6 | VIP sneak peek sign-ups available | Expected 2026
Jersey Mike's COMING SOON
Expected 2026
Smoothie King COMING SOON
Expected 2026
EVO Entertainment UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Movie theater & entertainment complex
James Avery Jewelry ANNOUNCED
Jewelry retail store
Home Depot PLANNED
Large format store on major pad site

Sources: mySA (Jan 2026), Community Impact (Dec 2025), CultureMap San Antonio, Portillos.com

🏪 Other Retail & Restaurant Openings

James Avery Artisan Jewelry (Full Store)

Under Construction

Location: 18406 I-35 N (Schertz Crossing)

Opening Date: May 29, 2026 (confirmed)

Type: Full retail jewelry store

Source: Instagram & local announcements

IHOP + Applebee's Dual-Brand Restaurant

Under Construction

Location: 17505 IH-35 N, Selma (near Schertz border)

Expected Opening: Spring 2026

Details: Texas's second dual-brand location — same kitchen serves both IHOP and Applebee's menus

Source: SCUCNews report

Stone Valley Plaza

✓ COMPLETE

Size: 8,500 sq ft multi-tenant retail center

Status: Fully leased and sold (December 2025)

Source: Commercial real estate listings

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Portillo's opening in Schertz?

Portillo's at Schertz Station (18678 I-35 N) is expected to open mid-to-late 2026. They're currently hiring and construction is ongoing. This will be their new "Restaurant of the Future" prototype.

What restaurants are opening at Schertz Station?

Already open: Panera Bread, Dave's Hot Chicken, Chipotle. Coming soon: Portillo's, CAVA, Piada Italian Street Food, Jersey Mike's, Smoothie King. Plus EVO Entertainment (movies/entertainment) under construction.

When will Schertz Station be fully complete?

Full buildout of the 72-acre development is expected late 2026. Individual tenants are opening in phases throughout 2026.

What else is being built in Schertz?

Major projects include James Avery jewelry store (opening May 29, 2026), IHOP+Applebee's dual-brand near the Selma border (Spring 2026), and ongoing I-35 corridor retail development.

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