Happy 2024! To kick off the new year, we are breaking down 15 exciting new restaurant and bar openings in Austin we are looking forward to this year!
Updated January 2024
BAMBINO
Sourdough and rectangular Roman-style pies will be the focus of the menu! Plus, enjoy burgers, tinned fish, and drinks.
Location: Govalle
Expected opening: TBD
BUSTY’S BAR AND JUKEBOX
Austin is getting another hot new neighborhood bar, with all-day breakfast, burritos, sandwiches, cocktails with tiki options, and cold beer!
Location: Windsor Park
Expected opening: January 2024
THE DEAD RABBIT PUB
Photo courtesy of Dead Rabbit Pub
This New York Irish pub will serve Irish whiskies, Irish coffee, Guinness, and a pub-style menu that includes fish and chips!
Location: Downtown
Expected opening: TBD
DONKEY MO'S
This Korean fried chicken joint is finally set to open in a physical location on Airport Blvd!
Location: North Loop
Expected opening: January 2024
HALF MOON
Chill at a casual alfresco bar serving up rum and agave-based drinks and cold beers!
Location: East Austin
Expected opening: March 2024
LAOD BAR
Austin is finally getting a full-on restaurant dedicated to Laotian American dishes!
Location: Far East Austin
Expected opening: March 2024
LEROY AND LEWIS
Photo courtesy of Leroy and Lewis
It’s been a long time coming…the official physical footprint of this famous BBQ spot is finally here!
Location: Garrison Park
Expected opening: TBD
LIL EASY'S FINE CAJUN
Enjoy Southern Louisiana cuisines like boudin links, meat pies, gumbo, and hurricanes, from the owners of Sawye & Co + De Nada Cantina!
Location: Govalle
Expected opening: February 2024
LING WU ASIAN RESTAURANT
Photo courtesy of Ling Wu
The famous chef Ling, proudly known for Lin Asian + Qi is opening her 5th spot with all the favorites!
Location: Rosedale
Expected opening: TBD
NANDOS
This famous South African chicken spot uses a delicious peri peri marinade! Bring it on!
Location: Mueller
Expected opening: TBD
ORIGIN STUDIO HOUSE
A new coffee shop and bar opens its doors to welcome Austin’s Black community, featuring food trucks from people of color and Black-owned brands!
Location: Rosewood
Expected opening: TBD
RED BUD ICE HOUSE
Taking over the Contigo patio with delicious smash burgers, beers, soft serve ice cream, and an expansive patio! (Featured header image)
Location: MLK
Expected opening: TBD
SIXTEEN
Enjoy Vietnamese, Thai, Singaporean, and Chinese influences all in one!
Location: East 6th
Expected opening: TBD
THE STATESMAN
Photo courtesy of The Statesman
Featuring a gorgeous interior, this elevated supper club and cocktail lounge is bringing all the swanky vibes to downtown Austin!
Location: Downtown
Expected opening: January 2024 (now open!)
TARE AUSTIN
Pop-up omakase turning into a full physical restaurant, serving up nigiri and cooked fish and meats!
Location: North Star
Expected opening: TBD
