Restaurant Updates 5/22/26

🆕 The New Hope Hub (Cedar Park/Leander border) is a massive $10.36M development housing Pinthouse, Salt Traders, and Day Maker.

🆕 Mackey's Pizza (Liberty Hill) is finishing final touch-ups to transform a former yoga studio at Hill Country Square Plaza into a pizza parlor by June 1.

🆕 WorldSprings (Cedar Park) has finalized plans for an integrated poolside restaurant cafe inside its massive 40-pool outdoor spa development near The Crossover.

🆕 Pinthouse (Leander/Cedar Park border) — Austin’s premier craft brewpub chain is building a massive ground-up restaurant and brewhouse facility. The site will feature their signature artisanal pizzas, flagship beers like Electric Jellyfish, an outdoor beer garden, and a custom covered canopy.

🆕 Salt Traders Coastal Cooking (Leander/Cedar Park border) — The acclaimed native Austin seafood concept is moving north with a new 8,175-square-foot location. Diners can look forward to sustainable turf-and-surf items, a dedicated raw bar, and rotating daily chalkboard specials.

🆕 Day Maker Half Day Cafe (Leander/Cedar Park border) — From the brilliant team behind Jack Allen's Kitchen and Salt Traders, this bright 5,300 sq. ft. daytime diner is coming to the project. It specializes in premium boozy brunches, specialty frozens, espresso drinks, and elevated comfort plates.

🆕 Mackey's Pizza (Liberty Hill) — Tenant renovations are wrapping up to transform a 915-square-foot commercial space into an independent neighborhood pizzeria.

🆕 WorldSprings Cafe (Cedar Park) — This major 9-acre outdoor mineral springs spa destination will feature a custom, built-in wellness restaurant to serve poolside snacks and refreshments.

La Tequila Jalisco (Liberty Hill) — A highly anticipated three-meal Mexican dining spot preparing to offer classic favorites with a signature twist, like fajitas norteñas loaded with beef, chicken, and chorizo.

Masala Pizza and Bitezz (Liberty Hill) — The popular fusion chain has doubled its footprint in Liberty Hill to keep up with high demand for their Paneer Tikka and Butter Chicken pizzas.

Patchwork Books & Coffee (Leander) — This independent bookstore and café has become a local favorite for weekend brunching while browsing a curated collection of titles.

First Watch (Leander) — The health-conscious breakfast, brunch, and lunch chain is now fully operational at its newest Gateway 29 location.

PopStroke (Cedar Park) — Following its high-profile April 21st launch, this Tiger Woods-backed venue is fully operational with putting courses and a scratch kitchen. It really is fun and the food was great too.

The Vibe: An energetic, open-air crossover destination perfect for casual date nights or family outings. Best of all, you can order craft cocktails and appetizers directly to the putting greens via their mobile app while you play. The food was very good as well.

Must-Order Items: The Brisket-Blend Burger features a premium half-pound custom patty served on a toasted brioche bun, while the Crispy Chicken Tender Tacos come tossed in a bold sweet heat sauce over citrus slaw and jalapeños. Be sure to check out the ice cream parlor for their legendary multi-scoop signature shakes. And, the Ahi Tuna Nachos were great.

Pro Tip: No reservations are accepted for golf or dining, meaning everything is first-come, first-served. To beat the largest weekend dinner rushes, head over for their newly launched morning brunch or take advantage of their unlimited-play weekday pass options. We bought a family membership which pays for golf any time we want to play.