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Aubergine Kitchen (Leander) — Utah's whole-food healthy bowl sensation has confirmed its Texas expansion into the Northline development.
🆕 Kilwins (Cedar Park) — The nationally loved confectionery and ice cream chain is officially bringing its premium treats to a brand-new Cedar Park location.
🆕 Rodeo Mexican Kitchen & Bar (Liberty Hill) — Now officially open on Highway 29, serving up a perfect split of authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex favorites.
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Aubergine Kitchen (Leander) — Fresh off recent commercial filings, this fast-growing healthy kitchen is officially expanding from Utah into Northline. The menu is packed with fresh acai bowls, Mediterranean salads, and scratch-made gluten-free items that focus on clean eating without seed oils or refined sugars.
⏰ ETA: Early 2027
📍 Address: 408 E. San Gabriel Pkwy., Leander, TX 78641
🌐 Website: auberginekitchen.com
🍽️ Menu: auberginekitchen.com/menu
📞 Phone: TBD
🆕 Kilwins (Cedar Park) — The famous confectionery chain is bringing its signature Mackinac Island fudge, caramel apples, and premium ice cream to the Cedar Park area. Fans can look forward to watching sweet treats being crafted fresh in-store behind their iconic glass windows.
⏰ ETA: Late 2026 / Early 2027
📍 Address: Cedar Park, TX (Specific address pending)
🌐 Website: kilwins.com
📞 Phone: TBD
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🆕 Rodeo Mexican Kitchen & Bar (Liberty Hill) — The team behind Georgetown's popular Marisol's Mexican Grill has successfully launched this brand-new location on Highway 29. The kitchen serves a delicious 50/50 split of authentic Mexican dishes and Tex-Mex favorites, including handmade tamales, sizzling fajitas, and fresh margaritas. 📅 Opened: September 8, 2026
📍 Address: 13750 W. Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill, TX 78642
🌐 Website: rodeomexicankitchen.com
🍽️ Menu: rodeomexicankitchen.com/menu
📞 Phone: TBD
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Aubergine Kitchen (Leander) — A massive win for Northline and healthy dining enthusiasts across Williamson County. Founded in Utah with a mission to serve whole, unprocessed, nutrient-dense food that tastes incredible, Aubergine Kitchen has officially filed permits for its first-ever Texas location right in downtown Leander.
The Vibe: Bright, airy, and beautifully modern with an open-kitchen design and an outdoor patio space. It is engineered to make clean eating approachable, vibrant, and lightning-fast for families, health-conscious professionals, and weekend brunchers alike.
Must-Order Items: You cannot leave without ordering their signature Ancient Roots Bowl loaded with roasted sweet potato, avocado, almond wild rice, and peanut dressing. If you’re dropping by for breakfast or a sweet craving, their organic Acai Bowls and dairy-free Vanilla Niceshakes are absolute masterclasses in flavor.
Pro Tip: The entire kitchen is built with dietary restrictions at the forefront—nearly 100% of their dressings, sauces, and baked goods are naturally gluten-free and free of refined sugars or inflammatory seed oils. Keep an eye on their digital channels as construction progresses for early soft-opening tasting tickets.
📍 Address: 408 E. San Gabriel Pkwy., Leander, TX 78641
🌐 Website: auberginekitchen.com
🍽️ Menu: auberginekitchen.com/menu
📞 Phone: TBD (In Pre-Construction)
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