Mi Tradición Bakery
Mi Tradición Bakery is opening a new location at 5403 Cameron Rd Suite 100 targeting late June 2026, and relocating its Research Blvd location to a newly constructed building at 8828 Research Blvd (expected second week of July 2026). The family-owned bakery specializes in traditional Mexican baked goods including pan dulce, cakes, pastries, and breads […]
Pebble Onebird
Asian comfort food restaurant centered on chicken, featuring ramen, rice dishes, sandwiches, soups, breakfast items, and chicken-focused specialties inspired by various Asian culinary traditions. Concept originates from Tokyo’s Shibuya district (opened August 2025). This is the brand’s first U.S. location, with a fully open kitchen and chef-counter seating. Founder relocated from Portland, OR to Austin […]
Applebee’s
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar opening in the Copperfield area at the former Fuddruckers location. Interior remodel includes new bar, paint/finish upgrades, exterior repaint, and outdoor wood deck. $150,000 construction project. Franchisee is Nazarian Global Enterprises (NGE). Construction starts next week (as of article date June 4, 2026) and wraps end of month, with anticipated […]
Wonder Food Hall
Wonder Food Hall is expanding to the Crossing at Midtown at 606 Dennis St in Houston. Construction is slated to start in August and wrap up end of October, with an anticipated opening by winter 2026. Estimated $1 million project. A second Houston location is also planned at 107 Yale Street in the Washington Avenue […]
Wine Folks
Locally owned wine bar and bottle shop opened by husband-and-wife duo Danielle and Jason Grantham. Will offer beer, wine, provisions, and a retail section with wine by the bottle, Texas craft beers, and artisan snacks. Bar and lounge area will serve wine by the glass, draft beer, and non-alcoholic options. Aiming for a June 2026 […]
DalMoros’
DalMoros’ fast-casual Italian concept specializing in made-to-order pasta bowls is planning a new 2,138 sq ft location in a Walmart-anchored retail center along the Loop 1604 corridor. A renovation/interior alteration permit was filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Construction is expected to begin August 2026 with completion by November 2026. Buildout estimated […]
Texas Roadhouse
New Texas Roadhouse location opening at Sendero, a 75-acre mixed-use development in Bastrop, TX. Managing partner Abel Fragoso confirmed July 27, 2026 grand opening date. Currently hiring 12 positions including Host, Server, Line Cook, and Meat Cutter roles.
Ping’s Sichuan Kitchen
Ping’s Sichuan Kitchen is opening its second location at the former Tiger Chinese Cuisine space in University Square shopping center. The restaurant is already remodeling the space and aims to open later in June 2026, though the date is subject to change. Menu includes soup dumplings, Dongpo pork, dan dan noodles, and spicy cumin lamb. […]
g’s Southside Italian Cafe
New Italian cafe concept from Mr. G’s Pizzeria owners, opening at Caprock Crossing in the former Howdy’s Texas Grill’d Pizza space. Will offer breakfast, coffee, pastries, desserts, Italian dishes, select Mr. G’s pizzas, full coffee bar, full-service bar, indoor/outdoor seating, and ice cream counter. Soft opening planned for mid-July; grand opening at start of fall […]
McDonald’s
McDonald’s is planning to build a new $1.5 million, 4,229-square-foot restaurant at the Southeast corner of East Braker Lane and Wedgewood Drive in North Austin. Construction is set to begin January 2027 with an expected completion date of July 1, 2027. A TDLR filing has been submitted for the new construction project.