Catch up on the latest business news from San Marcos, Buda and Kyle.
Now open
LaniKai Lounge and Tiki Bar had its soft opening in February at 700 N. LBJ Drive, Ste. 113, San Marcos. The new tiki bar and lounge primarily serves tiki drinks and other classic cocktails. The new establishment, though not a restaurant, also serves “small bites” of food with a Hawaiian and Asian fusion. 512-214-8222 www.lanikailounge.com
Planet 420, a San Antonio-based business, opened its ninth location Feb. 12 at 705 Aquarena Springs Drive, San Marcos. The new location offers a variety of products from vape pens and cartridges to hookah and THC supplies as well as a range of CBD products both for humans and animals. www.planet420usa.com
Coming soon
Hays County Outfitters owner Whitney Connell is expanding the business with a new location set to open in Buda by early May. The new store will be located in the Buda Mill & Grain Co., 304 S. Main St., Ste. 102, Buda. Connell said the business has grown, and they see a lot of customers from the Buda and Kyle areas, prompting the new location. The shop offers outdoor equipment for camping, hiking, fishing and more. 512-749-1514. www.hayscooutfitters.com
Jax Burgers, Fries and Shakes, founded in Spring, Texas, will open a new location at 117 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos, at the end of March. The restaurant will offer beef burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs and more along with fries and shakes in a variety of flavors. www.jaxburgers.com
Tropical Smoothie Cafe will open a new location this spring at 4460 FM 1626, Ste. 100, Kyle. Tropical Smoothie Cafe not only serves a variety of smoothies, such as the Super Veggie Avocolada, but it also features an extensive food menu with salads, wraps, sandwiches and more. The new location also has a drive-thru. www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com
Relocation
Canine Moxy relocated to 200 N. Austin St., Buda, from 131 Coachman Drive, San Marcos, in February. The business will continue to offer private and group training services for dogs and their owners. There are classes for a variety of needs, such as dog socializing, leash walking and snake proofing. Canine Moxy also offers online coaching for extra flexibility. 512-776-9987. www.caninemoxy.com
Anniversary
Los Vaqueros Cafe and Grill, located at 804 W. Center St., Kyle, celebrated five years of business on Feb. 14. The Tex-Mex restaurant is known for its lunch and dinner specials, such as its chile relleno plate and enchilada plates as well as its variety of cocktails. 512-262-0336. www.losvaquerostexmex.com
