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readings, fundraisers and more. • Opening in January • 1815 Rosewood Ave., Austin • www.quimeragalleryatx.com
Now open
Coming soon
9 Very Cherry Vintage The vintage shop, curated by Ashley Martin, its opening its own storefront next to Devil’s Details Boutique. The business previously operated out of Effie Vintage off South Congress Avenue before the shop closed in December 2023. Very Cherry Vintage can be found online and offers nationwide shipping. • Opening in March • 1628 S. First St., Austin • www.verycherryvintage.com
13 High Road DelicaTexan The new all-day cafe, deli, market and cocktail bar is helmed by chef Russell Dougherty, Salumist Ryan Wilson and beverage director Chadwick Leger—the team behind The Cavalier. • Opened Dec. 12
15 De Nada De Nada Cantina is planning to open a second location at the former El Mercado restaurant in South Austin in January. The East Austin Tex-Mex staple is known for its tacos and margaritas served in pink cups, including happy hour specials and a late night menu. The restaurant opened off East Cesar Chavez Street in 2021, according to previous Community Impact reporting. • Opening in February
Relocations
10 Poeta The Michelin Guide-recognized Italian restaurant helmed by chefs Krystal Craig and Ian Thurwachter, relocated to inside of East Austin Hotel. This move will marks the third reopening of Poeta. • Relocated Jan. 8 • 1108 E. Sixth St., Austin • www.poetarestaurant.com
• 915 W. Mary St., Austin • www.highroaddeli.com
• 1302 S. First St., Austin • www.denadacantina.com
In the news
16 Vespaio Restaurant Founded in 1998, the restaurant announced its closure in a Facebook post, thanking its guests and team. The restaurant serves meals made from scratch including spaghetti, ravioli and scampi. • Closing Feb. 28
• 500 W. Second St., Ste. 1900, Austin • www.motoza.com
11 Prototype Vintage The vintage shop off South Congress Avenue celebrated its 20th anniversary in December. The shop celebrated by opening a new storefront in the North Loop neighborhood. The business is co-owned by local best friends Audrie San Miguel and Emily Larson.
Closings
14 Vince Young Steakhouse The steakhouse will close its doors after 15 years of serving the Austin community. Phil Brown ran the restaurant alongside his wife, Laura Brown. He said in a news release the “decision was not made lightly” and that he is “incredibly proud of what this restaurant has
• 1610 S. Congress Ave., Austin • www.vespaioristorante.com
• 1700 S. Congress Ave., Austin • www.prototype-vintage.com
17 Chapulín Cantina The sister restaurant to Vespaio Restaurant is closing its doors. Its menu features botanas, tostadas, tacos, seafood options, tortas, moles and more. • Closing Feb. 28
12 Motoza Owned by Andrew Cao and Carlos Crespo, the marketing agency has offered services such as SEO, Google Ads management, and Meta Ads management to Austin community members and businesses since its launch in 2011. The company celebrated its 15th anniversary in January.
meant to Austin.” • Closing Jan. 24 • 301 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin • www.vinceyoungsteakhouse.com
• 1610 S. Congress Ave., Austin • www.chapulincantina.com
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