The menu at Winston’s: Coffee, Provisions & Pizza features breakfast, lunch and dinner options. (Courtesy Winston’s: Coffee, Provisions & Pizza)
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Family-owned Taqueria Chapala opens on South First Street on Oct. 29 after closing its longtime East Cesar Chavez Street location in September.
October also brought Mexican seafood to Hutto, brunch and mimosas to Kyle, and a new coffee bar to Leander. A Spicewood cafe changed hands this month, and a Round Rock wing spot is celebrating five years.
Owned by Winnona and Marcus McDonald, Doug’s Boys Pig & Loaf is a new food truck at Terry's Corner near Paige. The business serves slow-cooked barbecue sandwiches with options such as chopped beef, pulled pork, and sausage, as well as loaded mac and cheese or loaded nachos. Catering and mobile barbecue vending are also available.
As the in-house restaurant for Leona Botanical Cafe and Bar, the eatery is led by head chef Bob Moren, formerly of Launderette and Paperboy. The menu offers handcrafted burgers served on bakery buns from Veracruz Fonda, alongside chicken sandwiches, Parmesan truffle fries, Brussels sprouts and soft-serve ice cream.
At Camp East, local coffee lovers can now enjoy indoor and outdoor seating at El Tigre Coffee Roasters. Developed by owner Tatanka Guerrero, the space features artwork by local artists. Guests can savor pastries alongside specialty coffee drinks crafted with house-made syrups at the shop, which is open daily until 3 p.m. with weekday hours starting at 7 a.m. and weekend hours from 8 a.m.
Following a brief closure last month, new owner Robert Mason purchased and reopened the Whitestone Boulevard location in Cedar Park. Mason, who plans to open additional locations in the Austin area and support the community with Sunday kids’ promotions, serves Haus Dogs, gourmet burgers, sandwiches, burritos and more. The nearby location on FM 620 is now permanently closed.
Reopened Sept. 31
3101 E. Whitestone Blvd., Bldg. G, Ste. 200, Cedar Park
A new Mexican seafood food truck opened in Hutto in October, expanding from its original Round Rock location. The menu highlights traditional seafood options such as aguachile verde, ceviche, tostadas and shrimp tacos. To drink, customers can choose from refreshing options like mangonadas, fresh fruit juices and horchata.
Black Rock Coffee Bar opens new location in Leander
A new coffee, tea, and smoothie spot is now open on Hero Way in Leander, serving breakfast sandwiches and freshly baked pastries all day. According to social media updates, this location marks the company's 11th establishment across Central Texas, offering an extensive selection of signature cold brews, energy drinks and blended beverages.
Bringing a full-service brunch and lunch experience to the Shops at Brick and Mortar District near Heroes Memorial Park, this new cafe offers a rotating seasonal menu and full bar. Diners can enjoy signature dishes such as Nashville hot chicken and waffles alongside dragon fruit pancakes, paired with mimosas or specialty coffees.
After closing its longtime East Cesar Chavez Street location on Sept. 27, family-owned Taqueria Chapala is relocating to South First Street under owner Manuel Lopez. The restaurant's menu features classic dishes such as tacos and fajitas, alongside signature items like the Chapala Especial, a traditional Jalisco-style barbacoa plate, and menudo.
In October, ownership of the Spicewood Winston's location changed hands to Aaron and Sally Creamer, who renamed it Neighbor’s Cafe, as the previous owners sold the business to focus on their Hill Country Galleria site. The menu features coffee, pizza, salads, and breakfast items, with highlights like gourmet pizzas and specialty espresso drinks.
Neighbor’s Cafe: 4900 Bee Creek Road, Ste. 205, Spicewood
Celebrating five years of operation in Round Rock this October, the local franchise is owned by T.J. and Erin Mahoney. Known as the home of the original buffalo wing, the restaurant offers bone-in or boneless wings with signature sauces and dry rubs. The extensive menu also features fresh salads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, appetizers and pizza.
