With new restaurants, an equestrian riding facility and new cafes joining the community soon, Southwest Austinites have a mix of new businesses to check out in the area and keep a handful on their radars. This list is not comprehensive.

Now Open

Barnes & Noble

The nationwide book chain is now selling books, magazines, toys, games, gifts, vinyl, CDs and more at its latest Austin location in Southpark Meadows.
Barnes & Noble opened its Southpark Meadows location on Nov. 5. (Elle Bent/Community Impact)
Barnes & Noble opened its Southpark Meadows location on Nov. 5. (Elle Bent/Community Impact)
Firefly Equestrian

The full-service English riding and dressage facility has launched in Southwest Austin offering full-care horse boarding, dressage training, English riding lessons for ages three and up and horse training programs. The facility features over 100 acres of trails and arenas for both competitive and recreational riders.Mendocino Farms


The restaurant launched its 11th Texas location earlier this month, offering its signature salads and sandwiches. Customers can find options such as the “Not So Fried” Chicken Sandwich and the Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada as well as chef specials including The Seasonal Goat with Pink Lady Apples.
Mendocino Farms serves fresh sandwiches, salads, soups and sides. (Courtesy The Howard Hughes Corp.)
Mendocino Farms serves fresh sandwiches, salads, soups and sides. (Courtesy The Howard Hughes Corp.)
Moreno Barbecue

The locally-owned barbecue joint is now serving the Southwest Austin community with a menu featuring meat by the pound, sandwiches, tacos, nachos, macaroni and cheese, burgers, sides and breakfast options.
  • Opened in late September
  • 9900 S. I-35 Frontage Road, Ste. M700, Austin
  • www.morenobbq.com
Moreno Barbecue has launched its South Austin location in the Southpark Meadows shopping center. (Elle Bent/Community Impact)
Moreno Barbecue has launched its South Austin location in the Southpark Meadows shopping center. (Elle Bent/Community Impact)
Southern Steer Butcher

Owned by Jonathan Candee, the business sells a range of proteins and offers advice on seasoning, cooking and pairing. Customers can find beef, chicken, pork, sides and appetizers. The business also operates a dry ager in which customers can enroll as a member in the Dry Aging Program to reserve a space in the dry ager with a custom name plate.
Southern Steer Butcher has opened its Oak Hill location with proteins, sides, appetizers and more. (Courtesy Southern Steer Butcher)
Southern Steer Butcher has opened its Oak Hill location with proteins, sides, appetizers and more. (Courtesy Southern Steer Butcher)
Waterloo Audiology

Founded by Kelli House and Sara Burge, the hearing center helps patients with a range of services including hearing aids, hearing protection and tinnitus treatment. The practice has additional locations in Georgetown, Seguin and San Marcos.Coming Soon


Granny’s Tacos

In an Instagram post, Crux Climbing Center shared the news that Granny’s Tacos will be bringing its food truck to the climbing facility’s South Austin location which is in the works.LEONA Botanical Cafe & Bar

The culinary destination will feature three counter service restaurants: DEE DEE first brick-and-mortar location, Veracruz All Natural and Bun Bun Burger. The concept is a collaboration between husband-and-wife duo, Lakana and Justin Trubiana and sister-duo, Reyna and Maritza Vazquez.St. David’s CareNow Urgent Care

The healthcare system is expanding its urgent care options with a new location on Slaughter Lane. The center will provide care for minor conditions and illnesses including the flu, colds and sprains.Relocations


Tribe Comics & Games

The comic store and community hub is in the process of relocating from its previous location at 3005 S. Lamar Blvd., Ste. D113, Austin. Community members can find comics ranging from Marvel and DC to Dark Horse and manga. The store frequently hosts game nights and events.In the News

Altitude Trampoline Park

The indoor trampoline park celebrated its 10 year anniversary in October. The space showcases a rock wall, a basketball area, a soccer area, dodgeball, inflatables and more trampoline attractions.Meanwhile Brewing Co.


South Austin brewery Meanwhile Brewing Co. will celebrate its fifth anniversary with three days of festivities from Nov. 7-9. The brewery will release special beers, offer food deals, and host live music, family-friendly activities and local vendors.Doc’s Backyard Grill

The neighborhood bar and grill celebrated 20 years in the Austin community in October. The eatery will be serving up specials on the 20th of every month until next October to celebrate the milestone.Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital

The fear-free veterinary center celebrated its 20th anniversary in October. The center offers services such as customizable exams, acupuncture, nutritional consults, preventative care, surgery, dermatology, cardiology and more.Closings

CVS


The nationwide chain posted a sign and papers on its entrance stating it would close on Nov. 11. The sign states, “Our store is closing, but we’re still nearby,” and notes two close-by locations on South Congress and Slaughter Lane.
  • Closing Nov. 11
  • 520 W. Slaughter Lane, Austin
  • www.cvs.com