Heavy equipment, orange fencing, and fresh dirt are turning heads along Georgetown’s I‑35 corridor, where a planned Texas Roadhouse is finally shifting from rumor to reality. Sitework is now visible on the lot tucked between the Costco and Lowe’s that front the busy retail strip, with staging and erosion controls hinting that grading is underway. If the schedule holds, the chain’s familiar hand‑cut steaks, fall‑off‑the‑bone ribs, and fresh‑baked rolls could be coming to Georgetown later this year.
Project Details And Timeline
According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, the project is registered as "Texas Roadhouse - Georgetown" and lists a March 23, 2026, construction start with a projected completion date of September 28, 2026. The filing outlines a 7,926‑square‑foot, privately funded restaurant in Williamson County with an estimated price tag of about $2 million. The address is recorded as 2209 N IH 35, and Alpia New Braunfels Square, Ltd. is identified as the owner.
Where It Will Sit
Community Impact first highlighted the project and noted that construction "appears to be underway" at the parcel between Costco and Lowe’s, which would mark the chain’s first Georgetown location. On its national site, Texas Roadhouse touts a lineup that includes hand‑cut steaks, grilled salmon, shrimp, and fall‑off‑the‑bone ribs, per the Texas Roadhouse website.
I‑35 Corridor Momentum
The I‑35 frontage through Georgetown has been heating up as a go‑to zone for new dining and retail, with multiple projects breaking ground as the city pushes outward. Earlier nearby restaurant builds were detailed as part of a wave that developers say is designed to capture both interstate drivers and a fast‑growing local customer base.
Jobs And What Comes Next
Openings at other Texas Roadhouse locations have translated into hundreds of local jobs, and Georgetown can likely expect a similar rush once an opening date is in sight. WFTV reported that the chain’s Winter Haven restaurant in Florida would employ about 220 full‑ and part‑time workers. Company plans point to broader expansion as well; company guidance shows roughly 35 company openings expected systemwide in 2026.
Next Steps For Neighbors
Community Impact reports that a Texas Roadhouse media representative told the outlet there are "no timeline updates at this time," so the late September 2026 completion date remains tentative. We will be watching permit activity, state records, and company job postings for hiring events and an official opening date as the Georgetown build moves ahead.
