Austin’s heart has gained several new additions already in 2025. Find out which exciting new businesses have recently opened their doors throughout Downtown Austin. From trendy cafes to innovative retail shops, each addition brings unique flair and energy to our community. Let’s celebrate new ideas and local entrepreneurship and show these new places some extra love and support by stopping in. Stay tuned for regular updates throughout the year as we explore the evolving downtown landscape.
Aburi Oshi Sushi
Driven to create something unique, Founder Seigo Nakamura popularized the groundbreaking concept of Aburi Sushi. This technique combines traditional Japanese sushi-making with proprietary sauces and flame-searing, creating a unique, aromatic umami not found elsewhere in Austin. Check them out in Ellis at Fareground.
Atown
Atown is a boutique gift shop, owned by locals on 2nd Street. They enjoy selling many locally made products and offering customers a carefully curated selection of unique goods. Shop Austin-themed gifts, novelty items, t-shirts, local artwork, jewelry and accessories, as well as an assortment of fun novelty and gift items.
Austin Visitor Center & Gift Shop
Visit Austin opened the new Austin Visitor Center & Gift Shop on 5th Street after a 10-year stay in its previous location. The new, centralized location features enhanced amenities while maintaining the personalized service visitors love. This includes: 5th & Brew Coffee Shop, gift shop featuring local artisans and Austin-themed souvenirs, luggage storage, meeting space, bookable tours and more.
COMING SOON: Black Sheep Coffee
Café Crème
Expanding from their location on Oltorf, Café Crème has blessed the Central Austin Library with delicious crepes, bagels, sandwiches, drinks and more! Check them out and support their new location at the library to help us welcome them downtown.
Golden Ace
Head to 2nd Street to experience a new lounge led by world-renowned mixologist Christian Suzuki-Orellana, blending Japanese elegance with Texas spirit. Golden Ace reflects a commitment to balance, technique and intentionality in each of their crafted cocktails, inspired by the ritual of Japanese mixology and flavor profiles while embracing the vibrant energy of Austin.
Golden Boy
Golden Boy is new to the world of Fareground, boasting a chef-driven seasonal menu focusing on craveable lunches with bold, vibrant flavors from a James Beard & Michelin-trained kitchen. Indulge in their menu and the lovely ambience of Fareground.
COMING SOON: Honest Mary’s
IPanini
IPanini is a mobile kitchen located in front of the Old Bakery & Emporium, where Chef Joaquin Hernandez crafts authentic Italian panini using locally sourced ingredients that are hard to find elsewhere. Enjoy their freshly baked bread or their delicious, massive breakfast tacos.
Jabs
JABS recently opened a new location in Fareground, bringing their flavorful smash burgers to Downtown Austin. They were crowned Austin’s Best Burger by Austin Monthly, so see what all the hype is about for yourself. Enjoy!
The One
Designed for the curious and built for the bold, The One is an upscale co-working lounge and event venue on 4th Street. The One offers an environment where modern professionals can disconnect from noise and reconnect with purpose, surrounded by others who seek more than the ordinary.
Pvolve
Check out Sculpt & Strength at Pvolve. Their fitness classes include innovative equipment and fun instructors to create a new experience. Try out Pvolve to shake up your workout routine and help welcome them to their new spot on Congress Avenue.
Serenade
Slow down and come to Serenade, an American Brasserie, that recently opened in the W Hotel on 2nd Street. Enjoy some amazing brunch foods with friends. The space is beautifully designed and adds to the elevated experience.
Sushi | Bar
Sushi | Bar has created an intimate omakase speakeasy on 2nd Street. Indulge in a 17-course journey at an intimate 10-seat counter, praised by Forbes, The New York Times and Bon Appétit. Each moment is intentionally curated by their chefs, blending precision, artistry and a sense of discovery.
COMING SOON: Swedish Hill
TOATS
TOATS is Austin’s newest EDM nightclub; it technically opened on the 29th of December, but we count it as one of the first new spots to visit in 2025. With its familiar location on 4th Street comes an unfamiliar experience. Check out the schedule for TOATS (The One Across the Street) and enjoy the dance party.
