FBR Management is opening a new establishment at the former site of Crow Bar in South Austin, following an arson incident that destroyed the bar in 2022.

Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ has permanently closed due to financial difficulties and workplace issues, with debts totaling over $2.3 million and an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor.

The Lost Well, a beloved metal and punk bar in East Austin, faces closure due to property sale, with supporters raising funds to help. Contrastingly, Ego's Bar overcomes a threat of closure for now.

Two Austin restaurants, Nomade and Fabrik, were listed in Yelp's top 25 new Southern eateries, earning praise for gluten-free and plant-based menus, respectively.

Bacalar in Austin, previously a high-end Mexican restaurant, closed to become a casual eatery after parting with Chef Gabe Erales. This shift aligns with neighborhood preferences for relaxed dining.

Spread & Co. is opening a new location in Austin's Cherrywood neighborhood, offering artisanal cheese, sandwiches, pastries, salads, and an extended selection of drinks.

Darden Restaurants acquires Tex-Mex chain Chuy's for $605 million at $37.50 per share, adding to its portfolio that includes Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse.

The Michelin Guide is launching in Texas, assessing restaurants in Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, and Fort Worth for inclusion in its renowned rating system.

The Michelin Guide is set to rate Texas restaurants, focusing on Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio, potentially boosting tourism and industry standards.

The Austin food truck LeRoy & Lewis is closing on July 21 to focus on its new restaurant, marking a shift in the local food truck scene towards more permanent locations.

McDade's 76th annual Watermelon Festival provided refreshing fun with contests and a street dance, highlighting the fruit's hydrating benefits and heart health properties.

The Salty Donut is opening a new location in Austin's Domain Northside, offering gourmet doughnuts and promising flavors like Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake and Vegan Ultimate Oreo Cookie. No opening date is confirmed yet.

Haraz Coffee House, known for Yemeni coffee and pastries, is opening new locations in Austin's West Campus and Pflugerville, though specific opening dates are not yet announced.