Six Flags Fiesta Texas Debuts La Cocina de Cobre, Blending Bold Flavor, Storytelling and Innovation
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (June 18, 2026) — Six Flags Fiesta Texas continues its culinary transformation with the opening of La Cocina de Cobre on Saturday, June 20. Located in the park’s Crackaxle Canyon Steampunk District, the new restaurant replaces Bubba’s Burgers and represents one of the most significant food and beverage investments in the park’s history.
The addition builds on the park’s expanded culinary vision following the introduction of an executive chef and leadership team last year, as well as the multimillion-dollar transformation of Sangerfest Halle, the largest dining investment in park history.
La Cocina de Cobre pushes that momentum forward, elevating the guest experience with bold Mexican-inspired cuisine rooted in San Antonio’s rich culinary heritage.
“This is an exciting step in our ongoing evolution,” said park manager Robert Bustle. “La Cocina de Cobre reflects our commitment to quality, creativity and delivering experiences that feel authentic to San Antonio while still embracing the immersive worlds our guests expect.”
Where Storytelling Meets San Antonio Flavor
Situated in Crackaxle Canyon, the park’s steampunk-inspired district, La Cocina de Cobre blends industrial aesthetics with culinary tradition in a way that is uniquely Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
The menu draws inspiration from classic Mexican dishes that are deeply connected to the region including birria, carnitas and flautas, all staples with roots across Mexico and strong presence in South Texas cuisine. These time-honored flavors are paired with original, immersive storytelling developed by the park’s culinary team to bring the setting to life.
Copper serves as the unifying element, tying together the district’s industrial theme with traditional cooking techniques often used in Mexican kitchens.
A Menu Inspired by Tradition and Imagination
Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes that reflect both authenticity and creativity:
Entrées
Quesa Birria Tacos – La Noche Roja
Chicken & Cheese Flautas – Los Susurros
Chimichanga – El Salto Dorado
Carnitas – El Giro de Cobre
Sides
Cilantro Lime Rice
Refried Beans
Esquite
Chorizo Queso Dip – La Forja
Salads
Chicken Fajita Salad
Signature items feature immersive names and stories that enhance the guest experience within Crackaxle Canyon, while the flavors remain grounded in recognizable regional favorites.
Grand Opening Celebration – June 20
The grand opening will feature a festive atmosphere with live performances from Mariachi Los Soberanos:
12:00 p.m. to 12:15 p.m.
12:45 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
La Cocina de Cobre will be open daily from open to 9:00 p.m., aligning with extended summer park hours.
Part of a Summer of Innovation
From June 15 through August 9, Six Flags Fiesta Texas will remain open until 9:00 p.m. each evening, giving guests more time to explore rides, dining and entertainment.
This summer also introduces FiestaLuz, a new nighttime drone spectacular featuring more than 200 illuminated drones. The show debuts with a tribute to America’s 250th anniversary and will transition after July 4 to celebrate the park’s legacy and future, including a preview of its 35th anniversary in 2027.
Plan Your Visit
Guests can make the most of the experience with a Gold Membership, starting at $8 per month, which includes:
Free parking
Access to Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Six Flags Over Texas and Frontier City
Access to Hurricane Harbor Arlington, Oklahoma City, San Antonio and Splashtown
Access to Schlitterbahn New Braunfels
ABOUT SIX FLAGS FIESTA TEXAS
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is home to a wide variety of rides, shows and attractions. Opened in 1992, the park was built on the site of an old limestone quarry, which provides a spectacular backdrop for such exciting roller coasters as Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger, The Iron Rattler, Batman: The Ride and Superman Krypton Coaster. In addition, Fiesta Texas boasts an impressive lineup of seasonal events and live entertainment, including Mardi Gras Festival, Fright Fest, and Holiday in the Park.
ABOUT SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 20 amusement parks, 14 water parks and nine resort properties across 13 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The company also manages an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of creating fun, thrills and a lifetime of memories, Six Flags provides immersive entertainment to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.
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