Premium meats, pizza and ice cream are just a few of the new offerings for residents to check out in the Lake Travis-Westlake area.

Now open

DG Market

The Dollar General-branded market provides expanded produce, meats, dairy, and frozen food offerings at discount prices, according to the company’s website.Milan Laser Hair Removal

The laser hair removal clinic offers a wide range of services including arm and leg hair removal, facial hair removal and more. The clinic also serves guests who have experienced amputation, folliculitis, polycystic ovarian syndrome and more, according to its website.Nabe Sushi


The upscale, omakase-style restaurant owned by Tim Kwon offers a variety of bentos and sushi options such as sashimi and nigiri rolls. Additional menu items include ramen, appetizers, salads, bowls, desserts, tempura and entrees such as chicken teriyaki and wagyu steak.
  • Soft opening held May 22, grand opening slated for Aug. 16
  • 10815 RM 2222, Bldg. 6, Ste. 213, Austin
  • www.nabesushi.com
Enchanted Forest Ice Cream

The locally-owned treat shop is located in the Four Points area and serves a variety of Hershey's ice cream flavors, bakery treats and coffee drinks, owner Fred Dodge said. The business also offers custom party catering for up to 100 guests.TexARTS Association for Visual and Performing Arts

The nonprofit arts organization opened a new permanent facility in Lakeway after relocating from its former, rented space at the Lohman's Crossing Shopping Center, which was used since 2007. The new performing arts center will host a theatre academy, productions and various other art-based events, business manager Elena Reid said. Reid said the Fall show season will be announced in August.Bellissima

The family-owned and -operated Italian-Mediterranean restaurant’s menu includes dishes such as bruschetta, Greek salad, fresh pasta, risotto, veal, seafood and wood-fired pizza. It also serves desserts, such as tiramisu and cannolis.Southern Steer Butcher


The Florida-based butcher shop celebrated its Texas debut within the Lohman's Crossing Shopping Center. The shop offers premium meats, sides, desserts, craft beers and wine, as well as preassembled meal packs. The franchise was founded in 2013.The Drip Bar

The business provides vitamins through IVs and shots as well as some beauty services.Austin Photo Booths

The photo booth rental company began offering services in the greater Austin area with multiple photo booth experiences for customers to choose from such as classic photo booths or a booth using 360-degree video.Coming soon

Four Seasons Private Residences Lake Austin


Turnbridge Equities joined Austin Capital Partners in June as a co-developer on the upcoming Lake Austin residential community. Construction is expected to begin this fall on the project that will offer residences on 145 acres.Lake Travis Sports Academy

Austin-based private school Alpha School is expanding its footprint with the opening of a new academy in the Hudson Bend area. The school for grades K-8 will specialize in athletics, physical education and sports. Tuition is $25,000 annually and enrollment is expected to be 150 students.Worth the trip

Splash Safari Aqua Park

Horseshoe Bay Resort opened its seasonal floating obstacle course in May for members of their club and resort guests 6 and older for $25 per person. The course sits on Lake LBJ and is open Wednesday through Sunday for 90-minute sessions through Sept. 1. Guests must be 42 inches tall, and the course includes slides, climbing walls and balance beams.In the News


Frost Financial Center

Construction on the new banking center is set to begin in January, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The Texas-based Frost Bank operates 187 financial centers across the state and offers investment, insurance, ATM and notary services.CityVet

The nationwide network of veterinarian-owned practices CityVet announced the acquisition of The Animal Hospital at Steiner Ranch in June. The primary care pet clinic will extend operating hours throughout the week and expand its services to offer surgery and dental care, according to a news release.Stokes Sign Company

The custom sign, printing and fabrication store will celebrate 30 years of business in August. Nancy Stokes Hearn started the company in 1994 as a one-woman team, Sales Representative Juliette Ramirez said.R Bank


The bank celebrated its 15th anniversary on June 22. R Bank provides a variety of personal and business banking services, including checking accounts, savings accounts and loans.Cedar Fair merger

In a June 18 news release, Cedar Fair and Six Flags announced a merger of equals, which is when two companies of similar size and value combine to form a single company. The combined company will operate under the Six Flags name but is expected to maintain park names—such as Schlitterbahn.

Closed

China Steakhouse

After over four years in business, the Bee Cave restaurant closed in June. The spot served authentic Chinese cuisine, including grilled meat entrees, as well as noodle and fried rice dishes, according to its website. Restaurant owners did not respond to requests for comment on the reason for the closure.