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From an upcoming steakhouse to a new wine bar and more, here are the latest business updates in the Bastrop-Cedar Creek area.
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Pluto’s Wine Bar and Bottle Shop
Veteran and Bastrop resident John Wayne Formica launched downtown Bastrop’s newest hangout, which includes a restaurant, bottle shop and wine club. Located within the former CC Wine & Co., which closed in mid-to-late 2025, Formica uses his training in classical French cuisine to create seasonal, family-style menus.
The Birdsong Bar and Patio
Smithville residents Brittany and Kyle Stinson launched their come-as-you-are hub that features pool tables, arcade games, a book and game nook, and patio games. The spot fills the former home of a longtime local bar known as Charlie’s.
Firehouse Subs
Customers can choose between signature or build-your-own hot and cold sub sandwiches, alongside salads, soups, sides and more.
LongHorn Steakhouse
Construction on the 5,780-square-foot, $2 million project began in mid-2025. LongHorn Steakhouse serves a variety of fresh-cut steaks, seafood, chicken, lamb and more.
The grocery store will bring 82 full- and part-time jobs to the area, along with a focus on fresh and natural foods.
Located on 2 acres of land donated through the Lost Pines Animal Alliance, the facility will feature a building for wildlife care and outdoor enclosures to accommodate wild animals being prepared for release back into the wild.
ATI Physical Therapy
The practice will offer services related to joint and muscle conditions, ranging from physical therapy to injury screenings and more.
Bastrop Prayer and Healing Rooms
The nonprofit organization relocated from a rented space into its permanent home Jan. 13.
Starbucks
The coffee shop reopened Jan. 24 after routine maintenance and an interior renovation in early January.
The American-based department store with more than 1,100 stores nationwide no longer plans to open in Bastrop. Kohl’s offers clothing, jewelry, beauty supplies, appliances, electronics and more.
Founded in 1856 by Koy Kragh, the jewelry shop has served Bastrop for 70 years. Kragh’s Jewelry offers a variety of related services, including custom jewelry design, engraving, stone setting, resizing, repairs, watch battery replacement and more.
The farm-to-table downtown restaurant is celebrating its fifth anniversary. Menu items range from brunch to dinner, and include options such as the Storehouse Eggs Benedict made with Eden East Farms greens for $25.
