Several businesses have recently opened and several are closing soon in Southwest Austin.

Now open

Mattr Biowellness Club

Now open in Lantana Place, Mattr Biowellness Club is a health spa that offers IV therapy, float therapy, cryo therapy and more wellness modalities in one place.Öli Saunas

Öli Saunas was founded by Gerardo Larios, a former guitarist and keyboard player for the Austin-based, Grammy-nominated rock band Spoon, and his wife, Chas. Larios said he didn't get to see his family or stay home as often as he would've liked while in the band. Regular use of saunas helped guide his wellness journey on tour and the transition to his retirement from Spoon. The business offers a variety of saunas, cold plunges and outdoor showers in addition to installation services.BlueCrate Findings


The curated global antique and home furnishings store is now open at The Yard in the St. Elmo’s district in Southwest Austin. BlueCrate Findings has a collection of antiques, vintage items, reclaimed wood furniture, repurposed objects and more.Lightspeed Restoration of Austin

The family-owned business serves the Austin, Buda, Driftwood, Kyle and Manchaca areas with water damage restoration, fire restoration, disaster recovery and air duct cleaning. Owner Jonathan Friedman and his family decided to open Lightspeed Restoration of Austin after Texas' winter storm in 2021.Bluebonnet Tattoo

Local tattoo artists Ty and Robyn Pallotta opened Bluebonnet Tattoo next to Lala's South Pole. Ty Pallotta's work features colorful and grayscale realism and geometric designs, while Robyn Pallotta specializes in black and white botanical designs.Relocations

Vibe Optometry


Operated by Dr. Sarah Blackwelder, the optometry office moved from 5601 Brodie Lane, Ste. 530, Austin, to 12000 Menchaca Road, Ste. B, Austin, near Parakeet Coffee and Culture Club. Vibe Optometry offers eye exams, pediatric eye care, contacts, lenses and frames.South Austin Homes

South Austin Homes, from local broker Michael Jurkash, will move to a new office next to Austin Java and Quack’s this spring from 201 Cloudview Drive, Austin. The real estate service helps South Austinites buy and sell their homes.In the news

Satellite ATX

Co-owner Ben Hardaway said the business was temporarily closed for three days for a “refresh of the space” including repainting the walls, finishing the floors, refreshing the bar area and updating the bathrooms. Since Hardaway and his partner Kullen Kifer took over ownership last summer, they have also added new menu items, including seasonal ones.Party City Sunset Valley Village


The Party City on Brodie Lane will not be closing despite nationwide closures of other franchises. The shop will remain open as they are individually owned and operated, Anisa Patel, whose family owns the Brodie Lane location and another at the Balcones Woods Shopping Center, said in a Facebook post.End of an Ear

Local record store End of an Ear is celebrating its 20th anniversary of business. Owners Dan Plunkett and Blake Carlisle first opened its doors in 2005 off South First Street before moving to its current location in 2016. The store offers vinyl records—including rare finds—CDs and DVDs. In-store performances have included artists such as Band of Horses, Voxtrot, Alex G and Mitski.Krista Jordan, Ph.D. ABPP and Associates

The psychotherapy practice is now offering new services including evaluation and treatment of children ages 4 and up, evaluation for Autism Spectrum Disorder, and evaluation and treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.Closings

Party City


The party supplier will close its Southpark Meadows location amidst a flood of nationwide closures. The news came in December after Party City CEO Barry Litwin announced the company would be winding down operations, according to reporting from CNN.Couch Potatoes

The Austin-based furniture store will close its south location at the end of January. According to a message posted on the business website, the closure is a “strategic decision to adapt to the evolving retail landscape in Austin.” Couch Potatoes’ other stores in north and Central Austin will remain open.Big Lots

The discount store chain announced it would close all of its locations after a deal with a potential buyer for the company fell through. The South Austin location will officially close in late February, according to a store employee.
  • Closing in late February
  • 801 E. William Cannon Drive, Ste. 135B, Austin
  • www.biglots.com
Huckleberry

The Gulf Coast-inspired food truck co-owned by Chef Davis Turner and Melinda Reese, has announced a temporary pause in its food trailer operations. First launched in 2020, the beloved business served its final comfort food dishes in November. However, social media updates reassure fans that this is not a permanent closure. In the meantime, catering services remain available.