Check out the latest updates on restaurants and businesses throughout Bastrop County.

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Now Open

Riverbend Event Barn

A new event space at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa offers vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows to showcase the scenic views of the Lost Pines. The space can be used to cater weddings, corporate events and other social gatherings.
Bastrop CoWork, a new coworking space, opened on March 1 inside Bastrop Fitness Project, offering flexible office options, amenities, and opportunities for local professionals to connect. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Bastrop CoWork, a new coworking space, opened on March 1 inside Bastrop Fitness Project, offering flexible office options, amenities, and opportunities for local professionals to connect. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Bastrop CoWork


Owner Richard "RB" Brown and his wife Chris Kelly opened Bastrop’s only coworking space, offering a shared office environment with amenities and opportunities to connect with others.
Everhome Suites officials said they decided to expand into Bastrop to accommodate the city’s growing demand for an extended-stay hotel and its proximity to large production facilities like X, The Boring Co. and others. (Courtesy Everhome Suites)
Everhome Suites officials said they decided to expand into Bastrop to accommodate the city’s growing demand for an extended-stay hotel and its proximity to large production facilities like X, The Boring Co. and others. (Courtesy Everhome Suites)
Everhome Suites

At nearly 58,000 square feet, the hotel features 114 apartment-style suites, each equipped with a fully furnished kitchen, spa-inspired bathroom and large closet.

Coming Soon

Sprouts Farmers Market


The specialty grocery retailer began construction on a 23,349-square-foot, $6 million store within the soon-to-come Burleson Crossing East. Sprouts Farmers Market offers a variety of fresh produce, meat and seafood.
Sprouts will also open locations in The Woodlands in 2027 and Kingwood in early 2026, Community Impact reported. (Courtesy Sprouts Farmers Market)
Sprouts will open a location in Bastrop in mid-2026. (Courtesy Sprouts Farmers Market)
Expansions

Bastrop County Emergency Food Pantry

Officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Feb. 14 for a 9,200-square-foot facility that will double the pantry’s capacity for food storage. The existing pantry at 806 Fayette St., located nearby, will be transformed into a nutrition and education center.
Officials broke ground on the new Bastrop County Emergency Food Pantry facility, which is set to open by Christmas. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Officials broke ground on the new Bastrop County Emergency Food Pantry facility, which is set to open by Christmas. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
In The News

Neighbor’s Kitchen and Yard


Hannah and Justin Dalton took over the specialty and made-to-order pizzeria in late January following the retirement of its previous owners, Tom and Lori Dickey. Hannah Dalton said guests can expect the same quality of food and service, with more options coming soon.
'Gettin' Figgy Wit It' pizza and 'Comeback Dip' is available at Neighbor's Kitchen and Yard. (Community Impact staff)
'Gettin' Figgy Wit It' pizza and 'Comeback Dip' is available at Neighbor's Kitchen and Yard. (Community Impact staff)
P. Terry’s Burger Stand

The Austin-based burger stand is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. P. Terry's offers burgers and fries produced with all-natural ingredients. The eatery opened its only Bastrop location in October 2023.
The eatery capitalizes its use of fresh, quality ingredients, such as 100% black angus beef without hormones and antibiotics, hand-cut Idaho Burbank potatoes cooked only in canola oil, handspun milkshakes, and lemonade and orange juice made from freshly-squeezed citrus. (Courtesy P. Terry's Burger Stand)
The eatery capitalizes its use of fresh, quality ingredients, such as 100% black angus beef without hormones and antibiotics, hand-cut Idaho Burbank potatoes cooked only in canola oil, handspun milkshakes, and lemonade and orange juice made from freshly-squeezed citrus. (Courtesy P. Terry's Burger Stand)
Ai United Insurance

The auto insurance provider celebrated its 15th anniversary in late January. Ai United Insurance also offers coverage for homeowners, renters, small business owners and more.
The Bastrop location of Ai United Insurance is located at 109 S. Hasler Blvd., Ste. 400. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
The Bastrop location of Ai United Insurance is located at 109 S. Hasler Blvd., Ste. 400. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Palm Beach Tan

Construction on the tanning salon is expected to begin this summer and end in November, according to a Feb. 8 filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Palm Beach Tan will be located in Burleson Crossing.
The tanning salon franchise offers sunbeds, spray tanning, skin care and wellness products. (Courtesy Palm Beach Tan)
The tanning salon franchise offers sunbeds, spray tanning, skin care and wellness products. (Courtesy Palm Beach Tan)
Closings


The Cutie Pie Wagon

Mary Jayne Buckingham, owner and baker of Bastrop’s The Cutie Pie Wagon and known as The Pie Queen for her award-winning pies, closed her kiosk to take a break while cooking up a new business model to allow her more flexibility.
Referred to as The Pie Queen, owner Mary Jayne Buckingham said she is cooking up plans for a new business model and much more. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Referred to as The Pie Queen, owner Mary Jayne Buckingham said she is cooking up plans for a new business model and much more. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Mr. Brew Coffee

Jaime Astorga opened his coffee shop inside Community Gardens in the summer of 2024, coinciding with the grand opening of his mother Sylvia Barragan’s new restaurant, Chapala Fiestas, in the former Heroes restaurant space. Astrogra said he plans to open a new Bastrop Mr. Brew in the future with more options, including a drive-thru.
Mr. Brew Coffee in Bastrop served a variety of drinks, including fresh lemonade. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Mr. Brew Coffee in Bastrop served a variety of drinks, including fresh lemonade. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Worth the trip

Twig and Panama Rose


Two businesses featuring antique and vintage items, including antique furniture, jewelry, candles and porcelain, opened in a shared space on Smithville’s Main Street. Twig is owned by Sara Hickman and operates in the loft area, while Panama Rose fills the main floor and is owned by Anne Dobson.
Twig is owned by Sara Hickman and operates in the loft area of the building. (Courtesy Panama Rose and Twig)
Twig is owned by Sara Hickman and operates in the loft area of the building. (Courtesy Panama Rose and Twig)
Panama Rose operates on the main floor of the building and is owned by Anne Dobson. (Courtesy Panama Rose and Twig)
Panama Rose operates on the main floor of the building and is owned by Anne Dobson. (Courtesy Panama Rose and Twig)