NAWA Coffee House
First location of NAWA Coffee House opening in Friendswood. The shop takes its name from the Arabic word for ‘the seed’ and is expected to offer Middle Eastern tradition in a modern setting with ethically sourced coffee beans and fresh pastries like flaky croissants. Owned by best friends who are nurses.
Layne’s Chicken Fingers
Texas-based chicken finger chain expanding in Austin with new location near University of Texas. Part of plan to open 12+ restaurants in Austin market over next 9 years.
Arwa Yemeni Coffee
Award-winning Yemeni coffee shop expanding from Dallas-Fort Worth area with new Leander location. Construction estimated at $150,000, expected to start January 31 and complete July 31. Menu features traditional Yemeni beverages like Jubani, Mofawer, and Qishr alongside classic espresso drinks.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings expanding in Texas with a new location in Kyle. Construction paperwork was filed in February 2025 with original completion estimated for March 2026, but now set to launch by fall 2026.
Tacodeli
New Tacodeli location in Austin’s Tech Ridge neighborhood. Construction set to start March 20 and be completed June 19, 2026, with a cost of $500,000. This will be the 11th location in the Greater Austin market for the taco chain founded in 1999.
Toasted Yolk Cafe
Toasted Yolk Cafe planning new location in Kyle’s Shops at Brick and Mortar District. Construction projected to start January 26, 2026 with completion at end of April. $225,000 investment. Breakfast and brunch concept specializing in dishes like Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffles and their signature Toasted Yolk dish.
Crave Cookies
Utah-based cookie chain expanding to Greater Austin market. First of 4-5 planned locations by Q1 2027. Located in Gateway 29 retail center. Serves fresh deep dish cookies and customizable Loaded Sodas.
Mo’Bettahs
Hawaiian restaurant chain opening new 2,641 square foot location. Construction set to begin March 23, 2026 and wrap by June 19, 2026. Known for island favorites including teriyaki chicken, kalua pig, and pulehu chicken with customizable meals.
Yuma
Brazilian and Cuban sandwich restaurant transitioning from pop-up to first brick-and-mortar location. Features made-from-scratch sandwiches, full bar with Brazilian and Cuban-inspired cocktails, and menu highlights including Classic Cubano and Sampa Gallo Chicken Sandwich.
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Nothing Bundt Cakes cake shop opening at the Retail Center at Conroe. Construction expected to start in early February and wrap up by mid-May. GSR Group is the franchisee operator behind the opening.