Hao Hao Chinese & Vietnamese Restaurant
Chinese and Vietnamese restaurant expanding to new Austin location after closing previous South Austin location. Construction work estimated at $480,000 with buildout scheduled from May 1 to August 1, 2026.
McAlister’s Deli
McAlister’s Deli planning new location in Manor, TX. Best Choice Restaurants LLC has filed with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for the new location. Franchisee is a subsidiary of Sun Holdings.
Tiny Butcher
Third location of Tiny Grocer, rebranded as Tiny Butcher, taking over former Longhorn Meat Market space. 3,500 sq ft location will feature full butcher counter, in-house barbecue program, and bread baking. Described as industrial-style deli and smokehouse model.
Café Feuillette
French bakery and café chain opening its first U.S. location in Houston’s River Oaks District. Will serve pastries, breakfast and lunch items, with all items made in-house using fresh ingredients.
The Kebab Shop
New School Mediterranean eatery expanding to Bunker Hill location. Construction to start soon. Part of 3 additional locations planned for Greater Houston region.
Tony’s Italian Delicatessen
Tony’s Italian Delicatessen is expanding to a nearly 2,000-square-foot location on the ground floor of City Place 1. Known for authentic Italian flavors and Carnegie sandwiches named after Italian American icons, featuring cold subs, hot subs, salads, sides, and sweets.
Com Tam Ba Thi
Vietnamese restaurant moving from food truck to brick-and-mortar location, replacing Thai Chalurn Restaurant. Menu features custom Vietnamese dishes including grilled meat noodle, heart porridge, shrimp and meat pancakes, and various seafood options.
Starbird
Bay Area-based premium fast-casual chicken chain expanding to Texas with 36-unit franchise agreement. Will open locations in Houston, Austin, and San Antonio beginning in 2027.
Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery
Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery is opening another location in San Marcos. Construction expected to start July 2026 and wrap up by November 2026, with opening anticipated before end of year. Run by brothers Seth and Chase Katz, offering Texas and Czech kolaches.
Sana Sana Taquería
Taco concept by Chef Joseph Gomez starting as a residency at Royal Blue Grocery from March 12-31, then opening in full in late spring after making tweaks