Petite Lucie
All-day French cafe from Love Croissants owner Culinary Matters, located in the former Niko Niko’s space at Market Square Park. Features covered outdoor dining pavilion and indoor-outdoor cocktail bar. Designed by Gensler. Led by chefs Omar Pereney and Sahira Malherbe. Menu focuses on croissants, pastries, French-inspired breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Beverage program overseen by advanced […]
Sledd
McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality is planning a Greek restaurant called Sledd on the former Sledd Nursery property. Will offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Design will incorporate live plants echoing the nursery’s history. The Sledd name was licensed from the family. Expected to be completed in 12-18 months from May 2026.
Bludorn Hospitality Group (new concept, name TBD)
Houston-based Bludorn Hospitality Group (known for Bludorn and Navy Blue restaurants) is opening a new, yet-to-be-named concept in the former Carriqui space at the Pearl. This will be the group’s first restaurant outside of Houston. Name and details to be announced over the next few months.
Pinthouse Pizza
New Pinthouse Pizza location planned for the New Hope-Scottsdale Development along the Cedar Park-Leander border. The $7.43 million project includes a 13,640-square-foot restaurant and brewery facility, covered canopy, outdoor beer garden, and full site development. Construction slated to begin September 2026 with completion expected by June 2027. Also opening at the same development: Salt Traders […]
Black Rock Coffee Bar
Black Rock Coffee Bar opening its 9th Austin-area location in Leander, TX. Grand opening May 30, 2026 with opening week promotions running through June 4. Oregon-born boutique coffee chain with specialty coffees, teas, smoothies, and Fuel energy drinks.
The Cattlemen’s Kitchen
Beef-focused, stockyard-inspired restaurant set to open in Moulton this summer. Menu includes Certified Angus Beef, USDA Prime dry-aged ribeye and filet cuts, hamburger steaks, burgers, Southern-style sides, and a salad bar. Owner Casey Hunter also operates Valley Stockyard. Target opening date is July 15 but may shift slightly.
Bludorn Hospitality Group San Antonio (unnamed concept)
Bludorn Hospitality Group (behind Houston’s Bludorn, Navy Blue, Perseid, and Bar Bludorn) is opening an as-yet-unnamed restaurant in the former Carriqui space at the Pearl in San Antonio. The 380-seat venue (including patio) is their largest project to date. Chef Aaron Bludorn and GM Cherif Mbodji are leading the concept. Opening planned for fall 2026. […]
Mi Tradición Bakery
Mi Tradición Bakery is opening a new location at 5403 Cameron Rd Suite 100 targeting late June 2026, and relocating its Research Blvd location to a newly constructed building at 8828 Research Blvd (expected second week of July 2026). The family-owned bakery specializes in traditional Mexican baked goods including pan dulce, cakes, pastries, and breads […]
Pebble Onebird
Asian comfort food restaurant centered on chicken, featuring ramen, rice dishes, sandwiches, soups, breakfast items, and chicken-focused specialties inspired by various Asian culinary traditions. Concept originates from Tokyo’s Shibuya district (opened August 2025). This is the brand’s first U.S. location, with a fully open kitchen and chef-counter seating. Founder relocated from Portland, OR to Austin […]
Applebee’s
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar opening in the Copperfield area at the former Fuddruckers location. Interior remodel includes new bar, paint/finish upgrades, exterior repaint, and outdoor wood deck. $150,000 construction project. Franchisee is Nazarian Global Enterprises (NGE). Construction starts next week (as of article date June 4, 2026) and wraps end of month, with anticipated […]