McAlister’s Deli
McAlister’s Deli preparing new location in Boerne, TX. 2,795 square-foot space thought to be under construction. Will be operated by Sun Holdings franchise company. Serves specialty sandwiches, soups, and famous sweet tea.
The Alley
Tea shop specializing in boba drinks, milk teas and smoothies. Popular items include brown sugar boba creme brulée, garden milk tea, strawberry green tea with jelly and snow strawberry smoothie.
Donatos Pizza
Donatos Pizza planning Houston area debut with 2-3 locations expected to open in 2026. Three active franchise groups developing throughout Houston area. Part of broader Texas expansion with goals to open over 100 locations statewide.
Salt Lick BBQ
Salt Lick BBQ expanding to Fredericksburg as part of The Sycamore mixed-use development. Construction began September 2025, expected to wrap up October 2026. Will include Salt Lick Cellars wine tasting venue. Also mentions Sombra at Sycamore restaurant coming to same location.
Olive Garden
New Olive Garden location in Southwest Austin. Permit filed with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in mid-November for construction of the Italian restaurant.
Potbelly Sandwich Works
Potbelly Sandwich Works opening in The Woodlands with 2,184 square feet space. Construction began Jan 19, 2026 with $425,000 project cost. Serves made-to-order sandwiches, salads, soups, smoothies, malts and shakes.
Tora
Futuristic conveyor belt sushi restaurant within the Aburi Restaurants family, known for flame-searing technique. Will be open daily from 11:30 am to 9:30 pm.
Game On Bar & Grill
Locally-owned sports bar and grill opening for Super Bowl, featuring 44 draft beers (mostly Texas breweries), smash burgers, wings, loaded fries and nachos
Cranky Granny’s Sweet Rolls
Second location of popular cinnamon roll shop expanding from Pflugerville to Cedar Park area. Will be a to-go only concept with digital menu screens and larger kitchen for increased production capacity.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
Austin-based burger chain opening third San Antonio location at The Strand retail center, taking over former Pei Wei Asian Kitchen space