From juice to a new icehouse and more, here are the latest business updates in the Bastrop-Cedar Creek area.
Now Open
Sunny Hill Juice and Provisions
Dominique Barnett has served cold-pressed juices, hydrogen water, locally sourced provisions and drip coffee since early September. Barnett, who said she is working to source some of her vegetables from Eden East, is also building a fall menu.
- Opened Sept. 2
- 2801 Loop 150, Bastrop
- www.sunnyhilljuice.com
Owner Sam Chen opened his first Bastrop location after spending five years searching for “the perfect spot.” The location is walk-in only and offers a variety of doughnuts, kolaches and coffee.
- Opened Sept. 24
- 460 Hwy. 71, Ste. D, Bastrop
- www.shipleydonuts.com
In addition to drip and craft coffees, owners Lauren and Chris Rios serve teas, smoothies, hot chocolate and more.
- Opened in early August
- 146 Hwy. 21, Bastrop
- www.horizonscoffeebar.com

Nicole and Dave Stanley opened the icehouse as a new space for area residents to cheer on their favorite sports team, enjoy live music, beer and more.
- Opened Aug. 2
- 205 N. Third St., Smithville
- www.muttslaststand.com
In addition to beverages such as coffee, wine and lemonade, the eatery offers charcuteries, wraps, sandwiches, breakfast options and desserts.
- Opened in early September
- 709 Chestnut St., Bastrop
- https://cedarsmill.wixsite.com/my-site-1
Firehouse Subs
The 1,500-square-foot construction project is estimated to cost $300,000 and began in mid-August. Founded in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1994, the sub shop's menu features a variety of hot sandwiches and sides, such as salads, soups, and macaroni and cheese.
- Opening by early December
- Burleson Crossing shopping center, 707 Hwy. 71 W., Ste. 118, Bastrop
- www.firehousesubs.com
Smokey Mo’s BBQ is weeks away from serving up smoked brisket and more for Bastrop residents in the Burleson Crossing shopping center. The location—which will offer dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering—will mark the 22nd in Texas.
- Opening by November
- 707 Hwy. 71 W., Ste. 124, Bastrop
- www.smokeymosbbq.com

Scooter’s Coffee
The 668-square-foot franchise will be located within Sendero—a 75-acre mixed-use development underway in Bastrop. Scooter’s Coffee offers hot and iced drinks, including coffee, teas, lemonades and Red Bull infusions, as well as build-your-own smoothies and blenders.
- Opening 2026
- Sendero, 821 Hwy. 71 W., Bastrop
- www.scooterscoffee.com
Bastrop Automotive
Owned by Maxwell residents Steve and Marissa Classen, the auto body shop is scheduled to begin construction soon with a completion date of June 1. The 11,980-square-foot facility and parking area, which will be adjacent to Caliber Collision, is estimated to cost $485,000.
- Opening TBD
- 119 FM 969, Bastrop
Radiant Juice + Smoothie Bar
New owners Char Rebell and Stephanie Berry have nearly 50 years of experience in the natural health industry, and are planning to transform the business into a wellness cafe after purchasing Radiant Juice + Smoothie Bar from DeLacey Martin in early September.
- 702 Main St., Ste. 103, Bastrop
- www.radiantjuicebar.com

The board of directors recently approved the launch of the Rainwater Harvesting Rebate Program, the Well Capping & Plugging Reimbursement Program and the Agricultural Flow Meter Program.
- 317 E. Hempstead St., Giddings
- www.lostpineswater.org
Riders can now access CARTSNow, Interurban Coach, Metro Connector and Country Bus services via the Transit App.
- 5300 Tucker Hill Lane, Cedar Creek
- www.ridecarts.com