Mad Jack’s Hill Country Barbecue
Lockhart-born owner James Jackson is expanding his award-winning Mad Jack’s Mountaintop Barbecue (No. 1 BBQ in New Mexico) to Johnson City, TX. Initially targeting late May 2026, the opening has been pushed to Fourth of July 2026 due to construction delays. Jackson has invested $2 million renovating a historic homestead along the Pedernales River. Neon […]
Nervous Charlie’s
Nervous Charlie’s, a popular Austin bagel shop known for NYC-sourced ingredients and bagel sandwiches, is opening its third location at 2159 S. Lamar Blvd. in South Austin, on the former site of Patika cafe. The business announced expansion plans in May 2026 via social media. Timeline is described as ‘coming soon’ with no specific opening […]
Donatos Pizza
Ohio-based pizza chain known for ‘Edge to Edge’ toppings. Menu includes pizzas, subs, calzones, chicken wings, salads, breadsticks and desserts. Pickup, delivery and catering available. Permit filed with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Smokeroom BBQ
Smokeroom BBQ is expanding into the former Becks Prime space in the Westchase/Briar Forest area of Houston. The family-owned BBQ restaurant filed a permit with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for a $320,000 remodel and kitchen expansion of the 3,398 sq ft property. Construction expected to begin in August 2026 and finish by […]
North Italia
North Italia is opening its fourth Houston-area location at LaCenterra development in Katy, TX. The scratch-made Italian restaurant will occupy approximately 9,000 sq ft with capacity for nearly 300 guests across a main dining room, indoor-outdoor bar, and two outdoor patios. Part of the Cheesecake Factory restaurant group. Menu includes pizzas, pastas, salads, and entrees […]
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Brownsville
Ruby Red Hospitality is developing a SpringHill Suites by Marriott near Sunrise Mall on the north side of Brownsville, TX. The hotel will have approximately 120 all-suite accommodations with dedicated sleeping, working, and relaxing spaces; trundle beds sleeping up to 6; business center; 24-hour market; and gym. Construction investment estimated at $10-$20 million. Construction expected […]
Amansanu
Aman’s sixth U.S. property, a luxury ranch-style resort set in limestone canyon terrain approximately 90 minutes northwest of Austin. Designed by Seattle-based Olson Kundig architecture firm. Will feature a main lodge, multiple dining concepts, Aman Spa and Wellness Center along a natural creek, fully serviced stables (a first for Aman), racket sports courts, and hiking […]
Everhome Suites
New Everhome Suites hotel by Choice Hotels International, expected to reach over 54,000 square feet. Features fully equipped kitchens, on-site laundry and 24-hour market. Construction scheduled to begin July 2026.
JW Marriott San Antonio River Walk
301-key JW Marriott hotel created through $164M adaptive reuse of office tower. 13-story hotel with additional amenity building featuring parking and rooftop pool. Located beside the River Walk.
Soupgreens by Mama Lin
9,000-square-foot restaurant from the team behind Soupleaf Hot Pot. Construction expected to start summer 2026 and conclude by end of year, targeting 2027 opening. Menu details remain unknown but may feature similar offerings to their existing concepts.