East Austin Edition | May 2026

Impacts

bar serves Small’s pizza in addition to a full wine list and other food options. • Opened May 12 • 1023 Springdale Road, Bldg. 1, Austin • www.smalls.pizza 5 Campo The eatery is now serving elevated Mexican cuisine including tacos, tostadas and ceviche, plus dishes like charred octopus and shrimp enchiladas and enfrijoladas. Mezcal- and tequila-forward cocktails are also on the menu. • Opened April • 1630 E. Sixth St., Ste. 100, Austin • Instagram: campoatx 6 Space Kat BBQ Founded by Jack Zizzo in 2017, the concept returned to Austin earlier this year. Texas-style barbecue served from the east side “space bus” includes beef, pork, lamb by the pound, ribs by the rack, sausage links and chicken thighs. Sandwiches, snacks, sides and desserts are also oered. • Opened Feb. 28 • 2431 Webberville Road, Austin • www.spacekatbbq.com 7 Every Body Jams The local music school oers a variety of programs including private lessons, band coaching, songwriting and more. • Opened May 23 • 1602 E. Cesar Chavez St., Austin • www.everybodyjams.com

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• Opened April 15 • 1414 Shore District Drive, Ste. 120, Austin • 512-551-9142

Now open

1 Empowered Cafe The new coee shop, founded by Nicholas Carlin, employs adults with Down Syndrome to foster independence and an inclusive space for all. • Opened May 10 • 1701 Simond Ave., Ste. 104, Austin • www.empoweredcafeatx.com 2 ThaiZen The modern Thai and Japanese kitchen in Riverside’s South Shore District serves a variety of plates like curries, noodle dishes, rice bowls, sushi and other entrees as well as appetizers, salads, soups and desserts. Teas, beer, wine and cocktails are also oered.

3 Coquito The bar, eatery and cafe is now serving coee drinks, snacks and a variety of alcoholic beverages. Coquito, or “little coconut,” also regularly hosts events, live music and DJs. • Opened March 6

Coming soon

8 1 Hotel Austin A new hotel is headed for Red River Street in the 74-story Waterline tower. The destination will have 252 guest rooms, 60 of them being luxury suites, restaurants, a spa and yoga studio, according to a news release. • Opening August

• 1407 E. Seventh St., Austin • Instagram: coquito.austin

• 96 Red River St., Austin • www.1hotels.com/austin

4 Small’s Wine Bar The new wine bar opened this month behind Small’s New Haven-style pizzeria at Springdale General. The

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