1. National sandwich chain Jersey Mike’s Subs opened its newest shop at 3005 S. Lamar Blvd. Ste. D111, Austin, on March 31. The restaurant serves subs and wraps with fresh-sliced cold cuts and vegetable toppings. 512-326-3600. www.jerseymikes.com

2. Simona’s Coffee + Cocktails opened April 8 inside the Colton House Hotel at 2510 S. Congress Ave., Austin. The new coffee bar with a patio serves brews from St. Louis-based Coma Coffee Roasters and offers a selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Sandwiches, salads, pastries and TacoDeli tacos are also on the menu. 512-220-1795. www.coltonhousehotel.com/food-drink

3. Ear-piercing parlor Studs Studio opened April 14 at 1510 S. Congress Ave., Austin. The business offers “safe, clean, curated needle ear piercings,” currently by appointment only. The Austin location represents Studs’ first expansion outside of New York City. www.studs.com

4. Vacancy Brewing opened April 2 at 415 E. St. Elmo Road, Ste. 1D2, Austin, across the street from The Yard, becoming the latest brewery to join the South Austin beer scene. Co-owners Brent Watson and Sara Hamza are offering three year-round beers on tap: a sparkling golden ale, a dry hopped amber and a pilsner. The brewery is open three days a week: Fri. 4-9 p.m., Sat. noon-9 p.m. and Sun. noon-8 p.m. 512-771-5168. www.vacancybrewing.com