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Terrible Love Coffee owner to bring neighborhood wine bar to Hyde Park

Brian Knowles, owner of Terrible Love Coffee in Hyde Park, is expanding the Terrible Love brand to include a neighborhood wine bar. 

The outlook: The bar will feature ethically and sustainably sourced wines, light bites and a space for neighbors to meet one another, according to Knowles. 

Looking for a libation? Knowles hopes to open Terrible Love Wine in early August, pouring a combination of classic and natural wines, with options sourced locally and afar. The space will also feature vermouth-based drinks, as well as low-alcohol or non-alcoholic cocktails. 

  • Coming soon Aug. 1

  • 3908 Ave. B, Austin

 
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HokkaiSan All-You-Can-Eat Sushi now open in North Austin

HokkaiSan expanded from its Japanese deli concept in South central Austin to an all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant in North Austin. 

The background: The Japanese grocery store, owned by Jason Qiu, initially opened on South Congress in August. The store took over the former Royal Blue Grocery location and is stocked with sushi, hot meals and rare snacks. 

After less than a year of operations, it recently expanded to a new concept: all-you-can-eat sushi. The restaurant started with a soft opening in late April and early May before holding its grand opening celebration on May 15. 

On the menu: The menu features sushi, sashimi and bento boxes. Patrons can also find katsu, egg drop soup, seaweed salad, spicy tuna tartar, crab rangoon fried rice and noodles. 

HokkaiSan All-You-Can-Eat Sushi is open daily and prices for adults start at $43.95. 

  • 13701 Research Blvd., Austin

 
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Lower Colorado River Authority to invest billions in power, water, broadband to support growth

The Lower Colorado River Authority is set to invest billions in infrastructure across its service area to address the needs of Central Texas' growing population. 

What you need to know: The authority announced its investment and business plan for fiscal year 2026-27 on May 21. The plan projects water demand will grow "significantly" through 2031, alongside electrical demand. 

The details: Plans show power, water and broadband infrastructure development account for $1.8 billion for just FY 2026-27. The funds will come from the authority's revenues and debt, with no state appropriations included, a news release states.

 

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Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Austin area.

From Yokohama, Japan to Georgetown: Haji Moto serves up authentic ramen

Jerry Thompson found his true calling thousands of miles from Texas—in a bowl of ramen in Japan. He spent about six months in Japan, training under a ramen master, and then brought his newfound passion to Georgetown, opening a restaurant dedicated to authentic, handcrafted ramen.

Haji Moto’s ramen, made in the style found in Yokohama, Japan, uses a lighter pork broth. The restaurant also specializes in tonkotsu and offers chicken ramen.

Cocktails highlight Japanese spirits, seasonal ingredients and house-made infusions.


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🍲 Little Beijing restaurant now open in Leander
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🍜 Viet Alley now serving Vietnamese cuisine in North Austin
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The Driskill Grill and Bar steakhouse reopens in Austin’s historic hotel

The Driskill Grill initially opened in 1930, and after nearly a century of service, MML Hospitality has relaunched the historic spot as an American steakhouse.

The bar menu features appetizers like steak tartare, oysters and shrimp cocktail, while the full dining menu highlights fresh Gulf seafood, dry-aged steaks, house-made salads and creative sides. The cocktail list spans the alphabet, from rye-based old fashioneds to aged rum variations.


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