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Austin Openings & Closings
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October 2, 2026
Obi Opened Retail Concept on South LamarThe Austin shop highlights Japanese craftsmanship through a curated inventory of books, records, and art objects.
September 30, 2026
Austin Launched Fourth Legacy Business MonthLocal independent shops leverage a month-long city program to drive foot traffic and customer engagement.
September 29, 2026
Taqueria Chalapa Closed East Austin LocationThe restaurant, which operated for 29 years, is relocating after its landlord declined to renew the lease.
September 29, 2026
En Gold Will Open Austin Store on October 3The Australian furniture brand is establishing a local hub to grow its U.S. trade program for designers.
September 28, 2026
Chef Philip Speer Opened Kitchen in Austin BarThe new venture leverages a dual-window model to serve lunch and late-night customers in a shared space.
September 28, 2026
Counter Culture Reopened at New Austin LocationThe restaurant has returned to brick-and-mortar operations, adding a full bar to capture new revenue streams.
September 25, 2026
The Bins Opened By-the-Pound Thrift Store in AustinRetailers targeting college markets can observe this sliding-scale pricing model in action near the University of Texas.
September 21, 2026
Austin Sports Club Opened at 205 E. 3rd St.The new venture offers restaurant operators a case study in experience-driven dining development.
September 21, 2026
Terrible Love Wine Opened at Historic Baker CenterThe Austin coffee operator has expanded into wine service within a repurposed 1911 school band room.
September 20, 2026
El Grandpa Barbacoa Will Relocate to Austin in OctoberThe food truck will shift its Hidalgo-style operation to a new South Austin site to reach a new customer base.