The Austin area landed several new and rebranded restaurants recently, including a barbecue spot in North Austin, a comfort food destination in Leander and a bakery returning to West Campus, with more establishments on the way.
Impacts of the week
North Austin-based barbecue restaurant and food truck SLAB BBQ rebranded as Stack City BBQ in February. Pitmaster Mark Avalos is still with the business, a representative said. The restaurant sells barbecue sandwiches, sausage wraps and specialty items like nachos as well as brisket, chicken and other meats by the pound with four different sauce offerings.
- 9012 Research Blvd., Austin
- www.dopebbq.com
Serving a mix of Texas comfort food and classic icehouse fare, the menu includes Southern Cajun dishes, Tex-Mex and house-made burgers. Guests can also expect staples like chicken fried steak, onion rings and fried pickles, along with frozen beverages and cold beers such as beeritas and frozen Jack and Coke.
- Opened late March
- 1412 Bright Lane, Leander
- www.williesgrillandicehouse.com
