Wilhelm & Werner
Texas Brasserie with European influences opening at The Faust Hotel when renovations complete. Will operate alongside speakeasy Walter’s and Prince Solms Lobby Bar. Dining space and bar will seat 130. Operated by Lark Hospitality with Chef Jesse Souza leading kitchen and Scot Hopps overseeing operations.
Unreined Whiskey
Unreined Whiskey, the official whiskey of Texas A&M Athletics, is opening a distillery experience in South College Station near Santa’s Wonderland. The facility will include a tasting room and private event space.
Mexico Ceaty
Jason Dady-helmed dining plaza project revamping the entire Rivercenter Mall’s food court, with spring 2026 opening projected
Shake Shack
New $784,000 Shake Shack location with drive-thru in North Austin’s East Village development, across from Samsung Austin Semiconductor. 3,000-square-foot quick-service restaurant part of massive $1 billion mixed-use development.
Local Table
Local Table is opening its sixth location in Missouri City. This Mediterranean-inspired restaurant is family-run and known for fresh, locally sourced ingredients with both Mediterranean dishes and Southern comfort food options.
Recess
Family-friendly dine-and-play concept set to open in the Northern Montrose area of Houston
Mendocino Farms
Third Austin location for sandwich and salad shop Mendocino Farms. $675,000 project with construction starting end of April and finishing mid-October.
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Third Jersey Mike’s location for franchisee Mike Cullen, located in Shady Hollow Shopping Center with 21 indoor seats and planned outdoor seating. Construction expected to run from April 1 to August 3.
Whit’s Frozen Custard
Five-unit development agreement signed for Dallas-Fort Worth market, marking brand’s entry into Texas and 12th state. Led by business partners Connor Huffman and Jack Thornton from Escalante Golf. Potential for 30+ locations in Texas over next five years.
Tumble 22
Austin-based hot chicken restaurant opening new Pflugerville location. Known for Texas-raised chicken that’s hand-breaded and tumbled 22 times. Menu includes spicy chicken sandwiches, tenders, sides, desserts, beers and specialty cocktails.