From a Barbie-themed pop-up, an array of anniversaries and a new health clinic, check out the latest business updates in downtown Austin. This list is not comprehensive.

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Harbor Health Express Care Clinic

The multispeciality group provides care for infants, children, adolescents and adults. Express Care clinics offer walk-in appointments and after-hours care. The health provider was founded by Eric Scott, Tony Miller and Dr. Clay Johnston, a former dean of the Dell Medical School.In the news

Austin Symphony Orchestra


The Austin Symphony Orchestra will have a new CEO and executive director effective Feb. 1. Justus Zimmerman will serve the role to lead Austin’s oldest performing arts group. Upcoming shows can be found on the group’s website.
Tickets cost between $15-$60. (Courtesy Austin Symphony Orchestra)
Tickets cost between $15-$60. (Courtesy Austin Symphony Orchestra)
Malibu Barbie Cafe

A Barbie-themed pop-up is coming to Austin for a limited time this spring. The family-friendly experience will include a restaurant and roller rink at Wanderlust Wine Co.’s downtown location. The restaurant will offer a fast-causal menu from "Master Chef" finalist and "Chopped" champion chef Becky Brown. Events including cupcake decorating classes, paint parties and 21-plus only skate nights will be held during the cafe's run.
Menu offerings at the Malibu Barbie Cafe will be fast-casual fare, from Chef Becky Brown. (Courtesy Mattel)
Menu offerings at the Malibu Barbie Cafe will be fast-casual fare from chef Becky Brown. (Courtesy Mattel)
Cactus Café

The club celebrated 45 years of live music in February. Opened in 1979, the music venue and bar has seen local, regional, national and international acts, from rising stars to music legends. Cactus Cafe has hosted musical artists such as Nanci Griffith, the Chicks, Townes Van Zandt and more.Clog Down Bikes

Dubbed “Austin's oldest bike shop,” Clown Dog Bikes celebrates 25 years of service and sales April 1. The shop offers a selection of regular and electric bikes, along with parts, tires, accessories, clothing, car racks and more. Repair experts are on hand for everything from routine tuneups to full bike overhauls, ensuring riders stay road-ready.
Central Austin bike shop Clown Dog Bikes sells bikes and provides repair services. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact)
Central Austin bike shop Clown Dog Bikes sells bikes and provides repair services. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact)
Estilo Boutique


The Tarrytown clothing boutique celebrated 20 years in February. The business is also expanding its current space at Casis Village to offer a full range of women’s, men’s and children’s clothes. The clothing collection includes national and international brands.
Estilo Boutique features top designer fashion items in series of women, men and children collections. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact)
Estilo Boutique features top designer fashion items in series of women, men and children collections. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact)
Sip Pho

The pho spot celebrated five years of business this February. The Vietnamese restaurant, just north of The University of Texas at Austin, serves pho with a choice of broth and protein, egg rolls, vermicelli dishes, banh mi sandwiches, boba tea and more.​Closings

Moody’s Kitchen and Bar

The bar closed its doors in January to $2 Tuesdays and Wednesday wing specials. Moody’s served appetizers and entrees and had a full bar with handcrafted cocktails, beers, margaritas and more. Moody’s was also known for its karaoke and trivia nights. A new bar, 1972: Women’s Sports Bar, will be located at the former Moody’s spot and is set to open this March.
Moody's Kitchen and Bar, located on The Drag, closed its doors in January 2025. (Sarah Hernandez/Community Impact)
Moody's Kitchen and Bar, located on The Drag, closed its doors in January. (Sarah Hernandez/Community Impact)