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From a new bouldering gym to a cigar lounge expansion at Iron Wolf Ranch & Distillery, here are 18 recent business updates from the Lake Travis-Westlake area.
Now open
1. JoJo’s Bakery
A new bakery has opened near the Cuernavaca neighborhood. JoJo’s Bakery, owned by Lily Swartz, offers sustainably-sourced baked goods including croissants, cookies, cakes, breads and cinnamon rolls. Lunch is also offered at the bakery, with a menu designed by Chef Sam Painter.
2. Iron Wolf Ranch & Distillery Cigar Lounge
The new space provides customers with the opportunity to purchase cigars while enjoying Iron Wolf Ranch & Distillery’s other offerings, including live music, food, and spirits.
3. Hamilton Mediterranean Grill & Pizza
The restaurant offers a variety of Middle-Eastern dishes as well as pizza and shawarma. Pickup and delivery options are available on the business’ website.
4. Tikka House Indian Eatery
Located next to Spice Box International Grocery Store, the restaurant offers Indian-inspired dishes, drinks and desserts.
5. Union Pointe on the Lake
The new waterfront event venue offers space for weddings, community gatherings and private events. Located in the former Iguana Grill site, the venue has a lakeside lawn, a main hall with floor-to-ceiling windows and parking.
6. Medici Executive Health Clinic
The Medici Executive Health Clinic offers high-end, exclusive health exams.
Coming Soon
7. Max Strength Fitness
Owned by Devaka and Madison Randeniya, the business in Steiner Ranch will offer fitness programs consisting of two 20-minute classes a week, designed to improve health and overall strength.
8. Ascend Bouldering
The new all-ages bouldering gym will offer indoor and outdoor bouldering, memberships, classes, day passes, cornhole and beer and wine.
9. Steel n Ink Austin
A new tattoo and piercing shop is coming soon to Barton Creek Square. Steel n Ink will open its first location in the United States this fall, a representative with the business said.
10. The Picklr
The upcoming pickleball facility will feature eight courts, locker and shower rooms, and bathrooms. A pro-shop will also be available with paddle technologies, demos, accessories and apparel provided by Pickleball Central.
What’s next
11. Concordia University Texas
The university is set to renovate its chapel and restrooms, per a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Relocations
12. Precision Custom Tailors
The shop, which was previously located at 6816 N. RM 620, moved into the former spot of Enchanted Forest Ice Cream, offering repair, restoration and alteration services for suits, dresses, pants, jackets and other clothes.
In the news
13. All Dogs Unleashed
The business celebrated the completion of major milestones in its renovations this June. The location offers three new training yards and a renovated building with climate control to house dogs in 3x5, 5x6 or 4x4 foot suites.
14. GetHairMD Hair Loss Specialists
Men’s spa Flycatcher announced it will expand its services in late July, with plans to offer comprehensive, nonsurgical hair restoration through in-office treatments, laser therapy and at-home care in partnership with GetHairMD Hair Loss Specialists.
15. The County Line
The business celebrated its 50th year in business on June 14. The barbecue restaurant, which opened its Bee Caves Road location in 1975, offers ribs, brisket, sausage and sides like potato salad and beans.
16. Ascension Seton Southwest
The hospital celebrated its 25th anniversary in May. The full-service facility offers 24/7 emergency care and a Level IV trauma center.
17. CodaPet
The mobile veterinarian service focused on end-of-life, at-home pet care announced an expansion of its services to the Austin metro in July.
Closings
18. Factory Mattress
The business filed for bankruptcy June 7. The storefront sells mattresses from various brands including Nextar, Lovett, Smartlife and more.
