The Khan cousins are opening Layne's Chicken Fingers franchises in the Austin area, planning up to 15 stores due to its welcoming culture and supportive model, countering competitors like Raising Cane's and Chick-fil-A.

Salt & Time, an Austin butchery and eatery, will close on July 6, with Radius Butcher & Grocery set to open in its place focusing on sustainability and locally sourced products.

Tacodeli is opening its ninth Austin location on South Lamar Boulevard in the former space of Masa y Más, expanding its Texas presence with a menu of tacos and drinks, including an exclusive cocktail selection.

Chalmers is a new bar and restaurant in East Austin, offering a casual ice house vibe with a West Texas twist. It repurposes a former Shell gas station and features Southwestern food, draft drinks, and outdoor space for live music and events.

Austin's Polvos Tex-Mex Restaurant was featured on 'Jeopardy!' with a clue about its food, bringing national attention to the local "Mexican Mile" scene.

Evan LeRoy of LeRoy & Lewis, an innovative chef in Austin's barbecue scene, is releasing a cookbook, "New School Barbecue," in 2026, sharing his culinary techniques and recipes.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport offers a variety of specialty cocktails and treats to help travelers cool off before their flights, including options like the "Prickly Pear Mai Tai" and "Layover Lemonade."

The Dead Rabbit, a renowned New York Irish pub, opens in Austin on July 1, offering traditional Irish drinks and fare with a local café feature, extending Sixth Street's nightlife.

Sightseer Coffee, a queer and women-owned coffee bar focusing on ethical sourcing, has opened in Austin, TX, with the goal of empowering women in the coffee industry.

Emmer & Rye in Austin is hosting a guest chef series with chefs from the region, while food scene in San Antonio and Austin sees new menus and events, including the world's largest Buc-ee's opening in Luling.

The article discusses two food trucks in Austin, Texas: Atlas Sandwich Company, which offers Greek-inspired sandwiches, and Ziki, a Greek-Mexican fusion food truck planning to expand nationally.

Uncle Nicky's Italian cafe is launching a new location on South Lamar in Austin, maintaining its all-day menu featuring drinks and dishes such as ricotta pancakes and negronis.

Hai Hospitality offers luxurious silk-boxed sushi delivery from Uchi, Uchiko, and Uchiba in Austin and Dallas through Uber Eats, with prices ranging from $95 to $295. Pre-orders began June 17, with delivery starting June 18, 2024.