Here's the latest on 15 businesses in the South Austin area.

Now open

PatchMaster

The national dry-wall repair service has made its way to South Austin, covering 14 ZIP codes in the area, as well as occasionally Buda, Kyle and San Antonio. The mobile business offers services for work such as making walls and ceilings look new again after plumbing or electrical work, water and foundation damage repair, and getting rid of popcorn ceilings. The South Austin servicer is owned by Melanie and Hamish Pellew.Oak Hill Lounge

The neighborhood bar is now open, and serving beer and mixed cocktails next to Dogtopia in Oak Hill.Starbucks


The Seattle-based coffee shop is now open across from Foot Locker in Barton Creek Square. Starbucks serves coffee, teas and pastries.Coming soon

MINISO

The variety store will offer household and consumer goods including cosmetics, stationery, toys and kitchenware, and will be located next to Abercrombie & Fitch in Barton Creek Square. MINISO has multiple retail locations in the United States including in Houston.AGE of Central Texas

The newest licensed day activity and health service center from the nonprofit AGE of Central Texas is opening and will provide care for older adults with physical or cognitive needs. Since 1985, AGE of Central Texas has provided resource centers in the Austin area dedicated to supporting aging adults and their caregivers as they navigate the health care landscape, as previously reported by Community Impact.Chuy’s


The Austin-based Tex-Mex restaurant chain plans to open on Ralph Ablanedo Drive this spring, according to a representative for the restaurant. This will be the 10th Chuy's in the greater Austin metro. Chuy's first opened on Barton Springs Road in 1982 and serves tacos, enchiladas, burritos, cocktails, beer, wine and more.
  • Opening this spring
  • 126 E. Ralph Ablanedo Drive, Austin
  • www.chuys.com
Pins Austin

Pins Mechanical Co., a Midwest-based social entertainment company, will open a location in the St. Elmo neighborhood this spring, according to its website. Pins Austin will offer duckpin bowling, pinball, “old-school” entertainment, craft beers and classic cocktails. The bowling alley and arcade will replace what was once promised to be the St. Elmo Public Market before the project went dark and was quietly listed for sale in 2022.Eggs Up Grill

A new breakfast restaurant is coming soon. Eggs Up Grill is a national franchise, with locations in nine states, including two in Texas. This would be the franchise’s first Austin location and will be overseen by Omar Thompson and Megan Hood.Quik Trip

The convenience store chain is slated to begin construction on a new 4,900-square-foot convenience store and gas station this summer. An opening is planned for early winter next year. The store will be located at the corner of the I-35 frontage road and FM 1626.Pastissimo


This restaurant will offer custom-made pasta bowls next to AMC Theatres in Barton Creek Square. Guests can choose from a variety of pasta, sauces and proteins to personalize their dish.Claw & Fun

For mall-goers seeking a different shopping experience, Claw & Fun will feature a variety of claw machines with a variety of prizes to win. The arcade will open next to Old Navy in Barton Creek Square.Relocations

Texas Drop Tine Outdoors

The North Austin sporting goods and metalworks store will move the majority of its products from its original location at 6910 Shirley Ave., Austin, to 8921 Nuckols Crossing in South Austin. Owner Danny Hernandez said the new property offers more space. Texas Drop Tine Outdoors sells handcrafted metal and wood hunting products such as feeders, blinds and traps as well as artwork and barbecue pits. Hernandez said they will also have a food truck park on the new property.In the news


Crunch Fitness

According to a permit filed with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, the 24-hour gym chain will open a location in Southpark Meadows this year. Crunch Fitness offers cardio and strength training equipment, fitness classes, personal training and amenities, including childcare, tanning, red light therapy and locker rooms with showers and a sauna.Closings

Office Depot

The office supply chain’s Southpark Meadows location will close in February. Office Depot offers print and copying services as well as a variety of office products, including electronics and furniture.Back Home


After 43 years of business, the home furnishings store will close as owner Mari Johnson retires. The store will remain open throughout February and will offer a sale on all model items.