From coffee to day care for dogs, check out these business updates in East Austin. This list is not comprehensive.

Now open

J.Crew Factory

The clothing retailer is now open in Mueller Regional Retail Center, offering men and women’s apparel. J.Crew Factory has other Austin-area stores, including in Sunset Valley.Gen Bobabee and Coffee House

The newest location of the tea and coffee shop is now open in East Riverside, offering bubble tea, smoothies and coffee. The shop can also be found off North Lamar in Chinatown Center.
  • Opened April 18
  • 1333 Shore District Drive, Ste. 606, Austin
  • Instagram: genbobabeecoffee
Discada


After seven years serving Northern Mexico-style tacos off Rosewood Avenue, the Michelin Guide-recognized food truck has now moved to sports bar Chalmers, offering longer hours and an expanded menu. The taco truck is owned by Anthony Pratto and Xose Velasco.Coming soon

Dogdrop

The California-based dog day care will open in Austin at the Platform Apartments. The location will be owned by brothers Diego and Josue Andonie, who plan to bring multiple Dogdrop locations to Austin, according to a news release.
What’s next
Merit Coffee

A new location of the coffee shop will open in Mueller, according to a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation permit. Merit Coffee has three other Austin locations including North Lamar, South Lamar and Seaholm.In the news


Blue Owl Brewing

The Austin-based brewery is now under new ownership. Brothers Tony and Ian Norris, in partnership with original co-founder and executive brewer Jeff Young, took over the business as of April 23.The Wheel

Neighborhood bar The Wheel celebrated 10 years in East Austin this May. In March, the company expanded with a second location, The Wheel Too, on South Congress Avenue. Both locations offer a selection of rotating beers on draft, bottles and a cocktail menu. The Wheel is managed by FBR Management, behind other bars including Star Bar, Mean Eyed Cat and Gibson Street Bar.
    Closings

    The Skylark Lounge


    The live music venue and bar owned by Johnny LaTou closed after 12 years of business in early May. The venue was known for hosting blues artists.
    • Closed May 4
    • 2039 Airport Blvd., Austin