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A new bar, yoga studio and more have recently opened in Southwest Austin.
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Fortune Teller
A restored 1920s-era cottage on what was previously an open lot with a pavilion and food trucks houses a new neighborhood spot to gather, get coffee and sip cocktails from owner Thomas Bailey. Sabor Tapatio, the food truck previously located in the lot, will be returning to Fortune Teller.
Owned by Sarah Law and Joseph Mancha, the business offers tattoos and will soon begin offering piercings. Clients can request a variety of tattoo options from micro-realism to full body pieces.
The yoga studio has opened its sixth Austin location off South Congress Avenue. The studio offers hot yoga, meditation, community events and a tea lounge.
The company offers full-service plumbing and draining services for homeowners and businesses.
Restaurant Depot
The membership-based food service supplier sells wholesale meats, produce, cheese canned foods, utensils, dinnerware and more.
A 7-acre nature reserve and sports club will offer racquet sports, food and drinks, entertainment, community and more. The first phase, the first six courts, is slated to open later this summer, said Nick Sutcliffe, CEO and founder of Rush. The final phase will be completing the 3-acre nature reserve, which backs up to Slaughter Creek.
A new sushi restaurant is slated to open in Southpark Meadows, but owner Leo Liu told Community Impact that he does not have an opening date set yet. Sakura Sushi & Mongolian Grill is planned to open next door to Cinemark in the shopping center, in what was previously an Austin's Pizza.
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.
Club Studio
The fitness club filed a permit with the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration for a location off Slaughter Lane. The national chain offers traditional gym amenities and boutique fitness classes. The permit is located at the current site of an LA Fitness.
A new ice cream shop offering Mexican snacks and candy is planned to open within the Tanglewood Village Shopping Center, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Based in Dallas, Rico’s sells treats like paletas, mangonadas, funnel cake and chamoy candy.
Ascension Seton Southwest
Ascension Seton Southwest celebrated its 25th anniversary in May. The full-service hospital offers 24/7 emergency care and a level IV trauma center.
The all-day cafe celebrated its 45th anniversary in May. Customers can enjoy seasonal options, brunch, lunch, dinner and starters.
The Detroit-style pizza restaurant in Oak Hill celebrated both 10 years of business on June 27 and a reopening after a “facelift.” The restaurant closed for renovations in April, which included kitchen renovations, new furniture, new decorations in the dining room and modifications to the bar.
Factory Mattress
Factory Mattress is closing its Austin-area locations, following the company filing for bankruptcy. The storefront sold mattresses, bedding products and loungers. Locations are currently selling all products with discounts of up to 80% off.
