iWok
Fast-casual Asian fusion restaurant using robotic cooking systems and automated woks. Plans to expand to Asiatown, Katy and near Johnson Space Center by end of March 2026.
Killer Burger
Portland-based burger chain expanding to Austin with construction starting February 2026 and July completion date. Nearly 3,000-square-foot restaurant with $300,000 renovation budget.
Neighborhood Sushi
McGuire Moorman Lambert is relocating their Neighborhood Sushi restaurant from South Congress Avenue to a larger space at 1417 S. First St. (former Sway location). Plans to close original location and open new one around the same time.
Peach Cobbler Factory
Franchise dessert restaurant offering cobblers, banana puddings, cookies, brownies, and shakes. Will feature drive-thru and catering services. Opening delayed due to construction issues.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings expanding to Kyle, Texas location. Construction paperwork filed in February 2025 with original completion estimate of March 2026, 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.
McAlister’s Deli
McAlister’s Deli location in Hutto that has been under construction since 2022, with building progress and signage already in place. Known for their McAlister’s Club sandwich, Giant Spuds loaded potatoes, and sweet tea.
Baldinucci Pizza Romana
Family-owned pizza restaurant expanding to second location, offering Roman-style and New York-style pizzas. First location opened in 2022 at West Lake Hills.
Astra Restaurant & Bar
Elevated yet approachable neighborhood restaurant from Texas restaurateur Matti Bills, featuring wood-fired oven, locally sourced scratch-made cuisine, sourdough pizza, house-cured meats, and outdoor patio seating for about 40 guests inside plus outdoor seating
Austin Sports Club
Sports-themed restaurant backed by NBA star Kevin Durant, described as ‘a timeless restaurant reimagined for the modern athlete, executive, and tastemaker’ that ‘blends luxury dining with immersive sports culture in the heart of downtown’