Simar Seafood Cocina began serving customers in mid-December and plans to host a grand opening in mid- to late January.

Located at 9503 Research Blvd., Ste. 400, Austin, the restaurant offers seafood sourced from all coasts of Mexico to guarantee freshness in any season.

Menu items at Simar Seafood Cocina, which is owned by Lupe Barragan, include shrimp ceviche tostados, fish, octopus, clams and paella. 512-386-1182. www.simarseafood.com