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Check out the newest updates on businesses and restaurants in San Marcos, plus learn about a new do-it-yourself craft studio nearby.

Now open

Logie’s on the Square

Owner Joe Bendetti opened the bar and restaurant inside the former AquaBrew spot. A full bar is available, as well as food including burgers, chicken wings and more.Mini Vet Express


The veterinary clinic offers comprehensive and annual wellness exams, vaccinations, nail trims, deworming and microchipping services for cats and dogs.Coming soon

Black Rock Coffee

The drive-thru beverage shop serves coffee, espresso, chai, matcha and seasonal beverages, as well as caffeine-free drinks. Black Rock Coffee will join Take 5 Oil Change as the first two businesses to fill an upcoming shopping center set to break ground by Nov. 3.
  • Opening by mid-2026
  • 296 Wonder World Drive, San Marcos
  • www.br.coffee
Relocations

Neon Armadillo


The Tex-Mex and barbecue food truck is moving to The Junction from its former spot at 13701 RR 12, Wimberley. The new brick-and-mortar restaurant will serve smoked brisket and tri-tip, smoked grass-fed lamb carnitas, al pastor-style pulled pork and more.San Marcos Municipal Court

Located inside the Hays County Government Center, the court relocated from 712 S. Stagecoach Trail.What’s next: Filings made with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

Target

A $15 million facelift is planned to start in February for the 111,448-square-foot retail store, including upgrades to the exterior, grocery area, fitting rooms, restrooms and more.In the news


Patio Dolcetto

The wine bar celebrated its 10-year anniversary Oct. 4. Owned by Ryan, Jean and managing partner Brittani, Patio Dolcetto features a selection of wines, Texas craft beers, ciders, mead and non-alcoholic cocktails, as well as an assortment of tapas-style appetizers, charcuterie and cheese boards, flatbread naan pizzas and desserts.San Marcos chamber mural

A mural by artist Christopher Al Rodriguez, titled "Home 2," is on display at the San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce building. Featuring a river theme, the piece highlights the city’s endangered blind salamander and Texas wild rice. The chamber hosted the dedication ceremony Sept. 11.On Paws Professional Pet Services

The dog day care offers pet-sitting and boarding, dog-walking and dog taxi services. Owner Stephanie Nelson celebrated the business’s 10-year anniversary Aug. 15.Blooming Day Spa


The spa celebrated 10 years of massage-centered wellness services. A public anniversary celebration with music, food and a raffle is set for Nov. 8.Corridor Title San Marcos

The independent title insurance agency team is celebrating 15 years in October. Corridor Title San Marcos offers residential and commercial title and escrow services, builder division support, title examination and underwriting, escrow management, policy issuance and more.Whataburger

The Texas-founded burger chain is celebrating its 75th anniversary and offers made-to-order burgers, chicken sandwiches, breakfast taquitos and more. On July 1, the eatery debuted a new drink called the Prickly Pear Raspberry Whatafresher made with lemonade, raspberry and prickly pear.
Trinkets ATX offers a space for people of all skill levels to craft and create in community. (Courtesy Trinkets ATX)
Trinkets ATX offers a space for people of all skill levels to craft and create in community. (Courtesy Trinkets ATX)
Worth the trip

Trinkets ATX


The do-it-yourself craft studio offers tools, supplies and both public and private spaces to create. The team also hosts several public events throughout each month.