It was a good week for pitmaster Esaul Ramos Jr. and 2M Smokehouse .

On Tuesday, Texas Monthly ranked 2M Smokehouse among the 50 best barbecue joints in the state.

On Thursday, 2M Smokehouse landed a spot at the San Antonio International Airport for 10 years, thanks to a food and beverage contract unanimously approved by city council.

Over three days last week, Ramos and his smokehouse won coveted recognition and a golden opportunity.

The opportunity: Starting in July of 2026, 2M will join Popeye’s , Bakery Lorraine and The Tasting Room in Terminal B at the airport.

“This feels amazing,” Ramos said outside San Antonio City Council chambers after the vote. “It’s a big win for me. It’s been a great week. God is good.”

The food and beverage contract, awarded to Host True Flavo

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