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  • 🆕 Atomic Wings (Leander) is finalizing construction at Southbrook Station for a late May launch.

  • 🆕 Texas Roadhouse (Georgetown) has officially broken ground on its new 7,900 sq. ft. location on I-35.

  • 🆕 Mojo Coffee (Georgetown) is now open on Williams Drive, bringing its wood-fired roast to a new drive-thru spot.

🏗️ COMING SOON

  • 🆕 Texas Roadhouse (Georgetown) — The long-awaited steakhouse has begun its $2M ground-up construction. It will feature a massive dining room and full-service bar.

    • ETA: September 28, 2026

    • 📍 Address: 2209 N IH 35, Georgetown, TX 78628

    • 🌐 Website: texasroadhouse.com

  • 🆕 Atomic Wings (Leander) — A New York-style wing concept specializing in 100% all-natural, halal chicken with over a dozen signature sauces.

    • ETA: Late May 2026

    • 📍 Address: 144 S. Brook Drive, Ste. 130, Leander, TX 78641

    • 🌐 Website: atomicwings.com

  • 🆕 Pizza Depot (Leander) — This Canadian franchise is bringing its unique fusion pizzas (think Butter Chicken and Tandoori) to the Ronald Reagan corridor.

    • ETA: Summer 2026

    • 📍 Address: 14300 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Leander, TX 78641

    • 🌐 Website: pizzadepot.com

  • Shady Brew Garden (Leander) — An upcoming outdoor beer garden and food truck park in Old Town Leander that will feature live music, a playscape, and a dog park.

    • ETA: Spring 2026

    • 📍 Address: 303 W. Broade St., Leander

    • 🌐 Instagram: @ShadyBrewGarden

  • Holly Wu (Cedar Park) — A new upscale Asian dining concept from the team behind Lin Asian Bar, focusing on traditional flavors in a contemporary setting.

    • ETA: Fall 2026

    • 📍 Address: 13521 Ronald W. Reagan Blvd., Cedar Park

  • Pizza Depot (Leander) — A Canadian franchise known for a massive menu that includes Indian-style toppings like Tandoori Chicken and Paneer.

    • ETA: Summer 2026

    • 📍 Address: 14300 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Leander

    • 🌐 Website: pizzadepot.com

  • Longhorn Steakhouse (Liberty Hill) — Confirmed as a major tenant for the upcoming Ace Square development. This will be one of the first sit-down steakhouse options for the local community.

    • ETA: TBD

    • 📍 Address: Hwy 29 & Ronald Reagan Blvd, Liberty Hill, TX 78642

  • Bubba’s 33 (Liberty Hill) — A family-friendly restaurant specializing in scratch-made pizza, bold burgers, and ice-cold beer, also confirmed for the Ace Square development.

    • ETA: TBD

    • 📍 Address: Ace Square, Liberty Hill, TX 78642

    • 🌐 Website: bubbas33.com

  • Desi Bites (Leander) — A new Indian fast-casual concept is preparing to open in the Ronald Reagan corridor, featuring a $500,000 first-generation restaurant finish-out.

    • ETA: Late 2026 (Construction began July 2025)

    • 📍 Address: 18145 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Ste 160, Leander, TX 78641

    • 🌐 Website: desibites.com

  • AnTeNa Kitchen & Bar (Leander) - A new fine-dining establishment serving modern Indian cuisine blending modern dining with traditions of Andhra, Telangana and North Americain Leander. Owner Anil Annepuis says they are expected to open to customers in late March.

  • Shake Shack (Georgetown) — The popular modern "roadside" burger stand is transforming a 3,000-square-foot space with a full interior renovation.

    • ETA: Late June 2026 (Construction started Mar 2)

    • 📍 Address: 1320 W University Ave, Georgetown, TX 78628

    • 🌐 Website: shakeshack.com

  • Texas Roadhouse (Georgetown) — The first Georgetown location for this legendary steakhouse will feature a massive sit-down dining area and bar.

    • ETA: Late September 2026 (Construction starts late March)

    • 📍 Address: 2209 North Interstate 35, Georgetown, TX 78628

    • 🌐 Website: texasroadhouse.com

  • Cedar Park Cafe (Cedar Park) — An independent breakfast and lunch spot focused on hearty meals and freshly brewed coffee in a warm, welcoming environment.

    • ETA: Mid-2026

    • 📍 Address: 2005 Little Elm Trail, Cedar Park, TX 78613

  • Crave (Leander) - Owner Arun Serikar said Crave will offer loaded sodas, as well as six cookie flavors updated weekly.

    • Opening in May

    • 📍 19397 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Ste. 120, Leander

    • Duff’s Famous Wings (Cedar Park)- Buffalo-born Duff's Famous Wings to open a new location near Lakeline Mall. Duff's is best known for its classic Buffalo-style wings, hot red sauce, celery sticks & blue cheese.

    • ETA: Opening this summer

    • 📍 Address: 12233 Ranch Road 620 N., Ste. 205, Austin

    • 🌐 Website: www.duffswings.com

  • Limegreen Southeast Asian Grill (Leander) — A fast-casual concept focusing on fresh Southeast Asian flavors, customizable bowls, and Vietnamese coffee.

    • ETA: August 17, 2026 (Construction starts March 16)

    • 📍 Address: South Brook Station, Leander, TX 78641

  • Chuy’s (Leander) — A new ground-up $1.75 million project for the Austin-based Tex-Mex staple is currently under construction at the Ronald Reagan corridor.

    • ETA: Late 2026

    • 📍 Address: Ronald Reagan Blvd and Kaufman Loop, Leander

    • 🌐 Website: chuys.com

  • Velvet Taco (Georgetown) — Known for globally inspired tacos and their signature red velvet cake, this Dallas-based chain is heading to Bluebonnet Plaza.

    • ETA: Summer 2026

    • 📍 Address: 1310 West University Avenue, Georgetown

    • 🌐 Website: velvettaco.com

  • Mountain Mike's Pizza (Cedar Park) — A family-friendly pizza chain known for crispy, curly pepperoni and mountain-sized pies. The project involves a full tenant finish-out of a retail shell.

    • ETA: May 18, 2026

    • 📍 Address: 100 E Whitestone Blvd #130, Cedar Park, TX 78613

  • J. Alexander’s (Cedar Park) — A polished upscale-casual restaurant known for wood-fired American classics like prime rib and fresh seafood.

    • ETA: Fall 2026

    • 📍 Address: 750 E. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park

    • 🌐 Website: jalexanders.com

    • 📞 Phone: Not yet listed

  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop (Georgetown) — A neighborhood hangout specializing in toasted sandwiches, hand-dipped shakes, and live music vibes.

    • Opening: Feb. 20, 2026

    • 📍 Address: Wolf Ranch Town Center, Georgetown

    • 🌐 Website: potbelly.com

    • 📞 Phone: (512) 688-5115

  • Costco Food Court (Liberty Hill) — Part of the massive new 160,000 sq. ft. warehouse opening near the Georgetown/Leander border.

    • ETA: March 2026

    • 📍 Address: US 183 and Seward Junction Loop, Liberty Hill

    • 🌐 Website: costco.com

    • 📞 Phone: TBD

  • Chick-fil-A (Georgetown) — A newly filed $4.5 million project for a second location on the west side of town.

    • ETA: November 2026

    • 📍 Address: 4621 Williams Drive, Georgetown

    • 🌐 Website: chick-fil-a.com

    • 📞 Phone: TBD

  • Perky Beans Coffee & Café (Georgetown) — The popular Leander-based family business is expanding with a full café and coffee shop.

    • ETA: TBD

    • 📍 Address: 2651 E. University Avenue, Georgetown

    • 🌐 Website: perkybeanscoffee.com

    • 📞 Phone: TBD

  • Willie's Grill & Icehouse (Leander) Texas icehouse known for its massive patios, retractable garage doors, and a family-friendly menu featuring "Godfather" burgers, Gulf Coast seafood, and hand-breaded chicken tenders.

    • 📍 Address: 1412 Bright Lane, Leander, TX 78641

    • 📞 Phone: (512) 541-2000

    • ETA: Late 2026 (Construction is part of the broader Crystal Village rollout).

  • Tacodeli (Leander) — Construction for this Austin favorite is officially set to begin on September 1, 2026.

    • ETA: Nov. 24, 2026

    • 📍 Address: 408 E. San Gabriel Parkway, Suite 110, Leander

    • 🌐 Website: tacodeli.com

  • Buddy’s Burger (Leander) — Work is underway on this 3,500-square-foot location at the corner of 183.

    • ETA: Late 2026

    • 📍 Address: 309 N. U.S. 183, Leander

    • 🌐 Website: buddysburger.com

  • Hopdoddy Burger Bar (Leander) — Part of the Gateway 29 development; construction is projected to wrap up this summer.

    • ETA: Late June 2026

    • 📍 Address: 19389 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Ste. 100, Leander

    • 🌐 Website: hopdoddy.com

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (Leander) — Popular fast-casual chain offering build-your-own burritos, bowls, and tacos.

    • Status: Construction on new build expected to begin this year.

    • 📍 Address: 10745 E Crystal Falls Pkwy, Leander

    • 🌐 Website: chipotle.com

  • Panda Express (Liberty Hill) — National American-style Chinese restaurant known for its Orange Chicken and Beijing Beef.

    • Opening: June 2026

    • 📍 Address: 12291 W. Hwy. 29, Liberty Hill

    • 🌐 Website: pandaexpress.com

  • McDonald’s (Cedar Park) — The global fast-food giant has filed a permit to join the highly anticipated Bell District mixed-use development.

    • ETA: TBD

    • 📍 Address: Bell District, Cedar Park

    • 🌐 Website: mcdonalds.com

  • Summer Moon Coffee (Georgetown) — Features their famous wood-fired roasting process and signature "Moon Milk" creamer.

    • ETA: June 2026

    • 📍 Address: 1310 W. University Ave., Georgetown

    • 🌐 Website: summermooncoffee.com

  • Bojangles (Georgetown) — A southern-style fried chicken fast-casual concept specializing in chicken sandwiches, biscuits, and classic sides like macaroni & cheese.

    • ETA: June 2026

    • 📍 Address: 4898 Williams Drive, Georgetown

    • 🌐 Website: bojangles.com/menu

  • Crave Cookies (Leander) — A gourmet dessert spot specializing in large, specialty cookies.

    • ETA: April 2026

    • 📍 Address: 8481 W State Highway 29, Suite 600, Leander

    • 🌐 Website: cravecookies.com

  • Sovian Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge (Georgetown) — A European-style steakhouse from Chef Vira (of La Riv Wood Fired Italian) focused on traditional dishes from Italy and the South of France.

    • ETA: February 2026

    • 📍 Address: 1500 Rivery Blvd., Suite 2175, Georgetown

  • Shake Shack (Leander) — Modern "roadside" burger stand known for its 100% all-natural Angus beef burgers, crinkle-cut fries, and hand-spun shakes.

    • ETA: Early 2027

    • 📍 Address: 10209 183A Toll Frontage Road, Leander

    • 🌐 Website: shakeshack.com

  • PopStroke (Cedar Park) — A Tiger Woods co-owned experiential golf and dining venue featuring two 18-hole putting courses and a full-service scratch kitchen.

    • Opening: This spring

    • 📍 Address: 817 C-Bar Ranch Trail, Cedar Park

    • 🌐 Website: popstroke.com

  • Dill N Chill (Cedar Park) — A multi-use concept combining pickleball courts with a full-service restaurant and nitrogen ice cream shop.

    • Status: Under development

    • 📍 Location: 1820 Bagdad Road, Cedar Park

    • 🌐 Website: dillnchill.com

RECENTLY OPENED

  • 🆕 Mojo Coffee (Cedar Park) — This family-owned regional favorite is now open with a new drive-thru location offering wood-fired roasted coffee and signature frappes.

    • ETA: April 2026

    • 📍 Address: 2875 W. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 100, Cedar Park

    • 🌐 Website: mojodrivethru.com

  • Cork & Barrel Pub (Leander) — Located at the Crystal Falls Golf Club, this spot serves "Irish Flair with Texas Fare," including fish and chips and a full-service bar.

    • 📅 Opened: March 19, 2026

    • 📍 Address: 3400 Crystal Falls Parkway, Leander

    • 🌐 Website: corkandbarrelpub.com

  • Lali Son (Leander) — Tucked inside the gas station at the corner of Bagdad and Hero Way, this spot offers highly-rated authentic Nepalese and Indian cuisine.

    • 📅 Opened: Late March 2026

    • 📍 Address: 1500 S. Bagdad Rd, Leander

    • 📞 Phone: (512) 309-8934

  • Rowdy Cowboy (Georgetown) — A massive new entertainment-focused sports bar and grill featuring live music and a sprawling outdoor patio.

    • 📅 Opened: March 13, 2026

    • 📍 Address: 2401 South I-35 Frontage Road, Georgetown

  • Milan's Kitchen (Liberty Hill) — Serving "hot and grilled" chicken sandwiches and tenders with various heat levels.

    • 📅 Opened: March 2, 2026

    • 📍 Address: 112 Co Rd 214, Liberty Hill

    • 📞 Phone: (512) 791-4940

  • Game On Bar & Grill (Leander) — A massive new sports destination with 44 draft beers, smash burgers, and loaded fries.

    • Opened: Feb. 7, 2026

    • 📍 Address: 15609 Ronald Reagan Blvd., Ste. A100, Leander, TX 78641

    • 🌐 Website: thegameonbar.com

    • 📞 Phone: (512) 548-5223

  • Estancia Brazilian Steakhouse (Leander) — An authentic churrascaria where gaucho chefs carve premium meats tableside.

    • Opened: Jan. 24, 2026

    • 📍 Address: 2132 Raider Way, Leander, TX 78641

    • 🌐 Website: estancia.com

    • 📞 Phone: (512) 337-3424

  • Layne’s Chicken Fingers (Leander) — The "Soon to be Famous" chicken fingers are now officially serving the Leander community.

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Sweet Lemon Kitchen

Reviewers frequently highlight the "adorable" rustic ambiance and the shaded outdoor patio, making it a favorite for both relaxed morning coffees and lively weekend brunches. It has consistently earned local accolades, including being voted Georgetown’s Best Lunch Spot for several years running.

  • Signature Items: The house-made Cinnamon Rolls are legendary and often sell out early; for lunch, the Chipotle Chicken Sandwich and the Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad are top-rated picks.

  • Atmosphere: The interior features multiple small dining rooms (including a quiet back room ideal for conversation) filled with natural light and vintage-inspired decor.

  • Pro Tip: If you're visiting for a special occasion, they offer private tea parties that include a selection of their finest pastries and savory bites.

📍 Address: 812 S Church St, Georgetown, TX 78626

🌐 Website: sweetlemonkitchen.com

📞 Phone: (512) 240-5553

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