Rumor Mill: Will San Angelo Get an Abuelo's?

SAN ANGELO – Is Abuelo's coming to San Angelo?

On Thursday, Jun. 3, it was announced that San Angelo would be getting a new restaurant at the Sunset Mall. For more see: Popular Steak House Coming to San Angelo Soon

With the announcement of LongHorn Steakhouse making its way to San Angelo the rumor mill began churning. People began throwing out hopes of a Cheesecake Factory, taco places like Taco Casa and Taco Villa, and even the return of Arby's. But one rumor seemed to have more momentum than the rest.

It was rumored that an Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant would be joining the new shopping center being constructed on the 6100 block of Sherwood Way where Kohl's is being built beside Sam's Club. As of now, the only permits that has been approved is for a $2.7 million Kohl's.

San Angelo LIVE! reporters reached out to the Abuelo's corporate office. After speaking with their press spokesperson it was learned that San Angelo is one of the locations that they are looking into. They could not confirm however if the rumors were true. 

Abuelo's has locations across West Texas including one in Abilene, Midland, Lubbock, and of course their original location Amarillo. They are known for their handcrafted Mexican dishes like enchiladas, tamales, and chili rejanos. 

"The Abuelo’s story is simple. Extraordinary flavor, impeccable service and memorable experiences – plus everyday value," writes the Abuelo's website. "We invite you to discover new tastes, share, laugh, celebrate traditions, make new ones, and to be our friend and neighbor. So come, stay awhile!"