Pho 4 Star, located at 156 Hwy. 46, Ste. 200, New Braunfels, closed in November. The restaurant offered authentic Vietnamese cuisine and currently operates another location in Universal City. The New Braunfels location was purchased in November and is slated to become a new restaurant, according to the owners of Pho 4 Star, though no announcements have been made regarding the new business. 210-659-2568. www.pho4star2.com
The Mercer, a new condominium development, is slated to break ground in early 2022 at 2165 Gabriel Place, New Braunfels. The project will feature 42 one- and two-bedroom units priced in the $200,000 range, and the community will include a pool, game area, Amazon lockers, a dog park and more. 858-729-3451. www.gbmcllc.com
In early November, Bakes & Cakes by Rosie opened at 118 S. Union Ave., New Braunfels. The bakery is located inside Union Street Stop N Shop and offers cakes, breads, cookies and more treats, as well as items for those with dietary restrictions. 631-579-0114. www.bakesncakesbyrosie.com
Union Street Stop N Shop opened at 118 S. Union Ave., New Braunfels, in November. The business is located in an old home and houses a photography studio, bakery, boutique and more. www.facebook.com/unionstreetstopnshop
