Sítio
Historic El Tropicano hotel reopening as Sítio after major renovation. 308-room mid-century modern hotel on River Walk, first hotel to open on River Walk in 1962. Features renovated rooftop area being transformed into tropical hangout. Design by Michael Hsu Office of Architecture.
Dan’s Hamburgers
Dan’s Hamburgers will demolish and rebuild their Airport Boulevard location at double the square footage. Expected to close first week of April and reopen after 6-8 months of construction with larger kitchen and drive-thru.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
Hopdoddy Burger Bar is opening a new location in the Mueller neighborhood as part of their rapid expansion plans. This is one of three new Austin locations planned for 2026, part of 6 total Texas openings this year.
Switchback Coffee and Beer
Outdoorsy coffee shop and beer spot opening in partnership between Ethan Wagner and Grace Nichols. Will feature coffee, beer, ciders, matcha drinks, cocktails, pastries and snacks. Interior will have natural colors with plants and windows, plus a courtyard with disc golf baskets. Seating for 40-50 guests.
Bartlett’s
Bartlett’s is expanding with a new location in the former Threadgill’s space. The restaurant will feature a live-fire grill and American chophouse classics like steaks, pork chops and roasted chickens. Will be jointly operated with MML Hospitality handling service and culinary operations.
Mama Lin’s Soup & Leaves
All-you-can-eat soup and salad restaurant with Asian fusion concept from the family behind Soupleaf Hot Pot. 11,000 square-foot space with seating for 300 people, featuring buffet setup with some a-la-carte items planned.
Zavodny Food Court
Food court with mobile food trailers planned for the Jerry Fay Wilhelm Center for the Performing Arts. Construction estimated at $189,000.
Texas Roadhouse
Texas Roadhouse steakhouse filing permit for new 7,926 square foot location with bar. Construction set to begin July 13, 2026 and wrap by October 19, 2026, with opening expected in late autumn or early winter.
Luzia Coffee Shop
Family-run coffee shop opening first location in Greater Houston region. $200,000 construction project on 1600 sq ft space. Menu will feature specialty coffee, espresso drinks, handcrafted lattes, teas, fresh baked goods, and light breakfast/brunch options.
16 Handles
16 Handles ice cream/frozen yogurt shop opening in Pin Oak Plaza. Construction slated to start in March and wrap up by end of May. Franchisee Garett Francis opening with his wife. Self-serve fro-yo concept with customizable desserts, smoothies, milkshakes.