Romano's Macaroni Grill has Quietly Closed Its Final San Antonio Area Location
After nearly four decades of serving up chicken Marsala and warm rosemary bread, Romano’s Macaroni Grill has officially closed its final San Antonio-area location—quietly and without fanfare.
šThe now-closed restaurant was located in Selma, near The Forum at Olympia Parkway. It was the last remaining Macaroni Grill in the region, marking the end of an era for longtime fans of the once-popular Italian chain.
š A Local Staple Fades Out
Romano’s Macaroni Grill opened its first Texas locations in the 1980s and quickly became a go-to for family dinners, date nights, and post-church gatherings. With several locations across the greater San Antonio area at its peak, the chain enjoyed popularity for its open kitchen concept, hearty pastas, and welcoming ambiance.
Over the years, closures began to pick up quietly, and now—with Selma shuttered—the brand has no current footprint in the San Antonio metro.
No official statement has been released by the company regarding the closure.
š Why It Matters to the Area
For residents of Selma, Schertz, and northeast San Antonio, the closure represents more than just the loss of a restaurant—it’s the disappearance of a familiar neighborhood gathering spot.
From a local development perspective, the vacant space also opens doors for:
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New restaurant or retail tenants along a high-traffic corridor
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Commercial redevelopment near The Forum, one of the area’s busiest shopping destinations
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Increased leasing opportunities for growing food and service brands entering San Antonio suburbs
š½ļø What's Next for the Space?
While no new tenant has been officially announced, the closure has sparked speculation about potential replacements, particularly as national and regional chains continue to target Selma and surrounding suburbs for expansion.
This corridor—situated between booming I-35 growth and established neighborhoods—is likely to remain a hot spot for future restaurant and retail ventures.
Romano’s Macaroni Grill may have served its last plate of penne rustica in San Antonio, but the community it helped foster will live on in memories—and likely, in whatever new flavors take its place.
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