Now Open
Crunch Fitness
The second Round Rock location of the gym opened Dec. 10, the gym announced via social media in November.
The no-judgment gym offers workout equipment, classes and personal training to its members.
- Opening Dec. 10
- 201 University Oaks Blvd., Ste. 1100, Round Rock
- www.crunch.com
The ice cream and coffee shop opened a Round Rock location Dec. 13.
In addition to a variety of ice cream flavors, the cafe offers different kinds of bubble and milk teas, slushies, smoothies and other blended drinks as well as espresso-based coffee drinks.
- Opened Dec. 13
- 1400 E. Old Settlers Blvd., Ste. 104, Round Rock
- www.dumont.us
A second location of the liquor store, family-owned and operated by Dana Konja and her husband Daniel Konja, opened in December.
Customers can find liquor, beer, wine, soft drinks, snacks and barware at the business. Dana Konja said the storefront accepts special orders and requests.
- Opening Dec. 13
- 2800 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Ste. 140, Round Rock
- Facebook: Freedom Libations Round Rock
The ride service offering transportation to and from school for children of busy parents began operating in December.
The Round Rock-based business offers transportation to and from school, partnering with local schools such as Harmony Science Academy, Meridian World School and BASIS Pflugerville.
The business's service area extends over several North Austin suburbs, as well as Austin proper.
Locally owned by Sahithya Katakam, Sudhir Vissa and Archana Mittadoddi, KidKruz offers real-time route tracking for parents of students riding in their fleet of vehicles.
- Opened Dec. 2
- www.kidkruz.com
The Little Rock, AR, based boutique opened its 55th store in the La Frontera Village shopping center in December.
The boutique will stock items from local vendors and artisans, making the Round Rock location unique to the area.
- Opened Dec. 7
- 2701A Parker Drive, Round Rock
- www.paintedtree.com
The franchise opened near the border of Round Rock and Austin in December.
The Canadian coffee chain also serves a variety of breakfast items, according to the company's website. There are over 5,000 locations across more than a dozen countries.
- Opened mid-December
- 16201 RM 620, Austin
- www.timhortons.com
The business offers IV therapy and vitamin injections. Owned by Christiana and Joseph Philastre, Wildflower Wellness Med Spa will have several different offerings to help people dealing with migraines, post-night-out confusions, early pregnancy queasiness and more.
- Opened Dec. 13
- 106 S. Harris St., Round Rock
- www.wildflowerwellnessiv.com
Coming soon
Bahler Street Pizza
The business operates out of a mobile food truck, but recently announced its first brick-and-mortar location on the border of Georgetown and Round Rock. The location will be found at the corner of Westinghouse Road and FM 1460, known as A.W. Grimes Boulevard in Round Rock.
Co-owner Frank Riggle said the interior of the business has a Georgetown address while the parking lot has a Round Rock address.
The new location will be branded as B Street and will offer a limited menu of Bahler Street pizzas.
- Opening spring 2025
- Westinghouse Road, Georgetown
- www.bahlerstreet.com
The coffee drive-thru and stand is set to open a new coffee stand Dec. 27, on the border of far Northwest Austin and Round Rock.
The drive-thru and walk-up coffee shop serves classic and protein coffee drinks, lemonade, tea, energy drinks, shakes and smoothies, as well as pastry items and seasonal drinks.
- Opening Dec. 27
- 117 Deer Ridge Drive, Round Rock
- www.dutchbros.com
The cigar lounge and retail shop is expanding to Round Rock, a new retail center near Palm Valley Boulevard. The lounge will offer a variety of merchandise for cigar enthusiasts.
- Opening Dec. 28
- 2800 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Ste. 100, Round Rock
- www.habanahousecigars.com
Owned by Food Network host John Green, Odds Bar & Bistro aims to combine upscale casual dining with an industrial urban bistro concept.
Per a release, the menu will feature familiar favorites with a twist. The cocktail menu will also feature Odd takes on bar standards like the French 75, Sidecar and New York Sour alongside local brews and a curated list of wines.
- Grand opening Jan. 11
- 1401 S. I-35, Ste. 120, Round Rock
- www.oddsbarbistro.com
The gymnasium combines physical activity with Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics, or STEAM, education.
The business provides activities for ages 4 months to 12 years old, including gym classes, STEAM programs and creative play sessions. Additionally, owner Angelie Esquivel said the business will offer camps and be available for birthday parties.
- Opening March 2025
- 4500 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Ste 100, Round Rock
- www.tumbles.net
Outback Steakhouse
The restaurant opened the doors at its new location after relocating in Round Rock in December.
The Australian-themed restaurant features a menu of steaks, including filets, sirloins, ribeyes, New York strips and porterhouses. Customers will also find a variety of seafood, burgers, sandwiches, salads and appetizers such as the Bloomin’ Onion.
- Opened Dec. 10
- 4151 N. I-35, Round Rock
- www.outback.com
PetSuites
The pet grooming, boarding and daycare provider marked five years of operation in November. The business also offers professional dog training, and one-on-one sessions for pet owners who want to continue training at home
- 1401 Louis Henna Blvd., Round Rock
- www.roundrock.petsuitesofamerica.com