Popular Mexican Restaurant closes after 7 years of business
After years of serving up delectable Michoacán-style cuisine and garnering local and national acclaim, Carnitas Lonja, a beloved San Antonio establishment, has announced its impending closure. The Southside restaurant, which opened its doors in 2017, made the announcement via an Instagram post on December 5th.
Here, they wrote: ‘With a lump in our throat and tears in our eyes we are announcing the permanent closing of Carnitas Lonja and Fish Lonja on 12/31/2023. We want to thank everyone that visited us once or multiple times during this beautiful 7 years.’ The full post can be seen in more detail below.
Throughout its tenure, Carnitas Lonja, along with its sister concept Fish Lonja, has captivated diners with its succulent carnitas, a hallmark of Michoacán cuisine, as well as its fresh seafood dishes. Chef and owner Alex Paredes’ culinary expertise earned him a James Beard Award nomination in 2020.
Earlier this year, Carnitas Lonja sought to revitalize its presence by relocating to an adjacent property next door to its original space. However, despite these efforts, the beloved restaurant has made the difficult decision to cease operations.
Carnitas Lonja will bid farewell to San Antonio on December 31st. Until then, passionate fans of the restaurant have one last chance to savor its culinary delights.
