Hudson Tavern, 5000 Hudson Bend Road, Austin, will open on Lake Travis mid-October. Co-owned by Kyle Hartsell and Frank Todd, the new establishment—located in the former Frog’s Pool Hall in Hudson Bend—will connect to the adjoining The Seafood Shack to offer patrons made-to-order appetizers, entrees and desserts. including a spicy seafood gumbo, grilled lobster tail, grilled oysters and egg rolls.

The tavern will focus on craft beer as well as host free poker games with prizes, an internet jukebox, big-screen televisions, pool tables, darts and karaoke. www.thehudsontavern.com.