Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
Second Austin-area Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream franchise location opening in Leander, TX. 2,000 sq ft space with updated Handel’s design including indoor queuing area. Franchisees Chad and Alyse Hughes operate the existing Anderson Mill location and plan to expand to ~5 total North Austin locations. Construction expected June-August 2026 per TDLR filing.
Huddle Tavern
New sports bar opening at 604 N. Bell Blvd in Cedar Park, TX. 2,300 sq ft space will feature sweepstakes, karaoke, music, gaming, pool, darts, and TVs for sports viewing. Menu will include drinks and snacks. Construction begins July 2026 and is slated for completion in December 2026, per a Texas Department of Licensing and […]
IHOP
IHOP is opening a new 2,400-square-foot location in Manor, TX at 13320 E. U.S. Hwy 290. The franchisee is ACG Texas, the largest IHOP franchisee in the U.S. with 60+ locations across Texas. Renovations are expected to run from July to November 2026 per a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing.
Proud Mary Coffee
Proud Mary Coffee, an Australian-based coffee brand, is opening a second Austin location at 4301 Guadalupe Street, Suite 100. The 956-square-foot space is expected to be completed in September 2026 per permit filing. The cafe offers coffee, all-day breakfast, lunch, tea, smoothies, and pastries. The brand already has a location at 2043 South Lamar Boulevard […]
On The Grind
Local San Antonio-area coffee brand On The Grind is bringing a 639-square-foot drive-through coffee kiosk to Kyle, TX. Construction is expected to begin summer 2026 with plans to finish in 2027. No exact opening date announced. Filing made with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Menu includes signature espresso beverages, refreshers, shakes, and smoothies.
Pinthouse
Pinthouse brewpub and pizza concept is planning a new ground-up construction location in Leander, TX. The 13,640-square-foot restaurant and brewery will include an outdoor covered canopy and beer garden. Construction is slated to begin in September 2026 with project completion by July 2027. This will be their sixth location, joining three in Austin, one in […]
Under Pressure Wine Bar
Wine bar concept from Michelin-recognized sommelier Juan Fernando Cortés and Adam Berlin. Features wine-first pairing approach, 1,500+ bottle cellar, house vermouth program, cocktails, and food items like truffle fries and caviar service. 2,000 sq ft interior plus covered patio, seating 150 guests. Design inspired by David Bowie. Located at Fountain Oaks in North Buckhead. Aiming […]
LikeMinds
Pop-up concept from the Westside Motor Lounge team merging music, cocktails, and food. Will operate for 120 days in the 14,700-square-foot space formerly occupied by BrewDog at The Krog District. Features live music, guest DJs, vinyl program, billiards, bar games, weekend brunch, and a craft cocktail program. Opening later spring 2026.
Assembly
New 55-seat restaurant from Saddleback Restaurant Group owner Matt Gillett, featuring burgers, steak frites, fish and chips, and cocktails. Menu being crafted by chef Jacob Welch of Grand Rapids, set to be released in June. Taking over a former bakery space in downtown Mason at the corner of W Michigan 36 and S Jefferson Street. […]
Stoney’s
New pizza and stromboli concept from Robert Stone, who has years of experience at his father’s pizzeria Robs Pizza and Rocky’s Pizza in Swartz Creek. Opening in a former boxing gym/fitness center (Fit Box). Menu includes full pizza (10-16 inch, deep dish options), stromboli, smoothies, and baked goods. Buildout has been underway for six months. […]