Plus, meet Madisen Skinner, H-E-B's first name, image, and likeness deal.
 
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A light grey cocktail with a dried citrus slice is the focal point of the photo, with plates of colorful dishes surrounding it. Queso and a margarita are blurry in the background.
Small plates at Y Comida are inspired by the flavors of South Texas.  | Photo courtesy Fareground
These days, blink and you’ll miss all the new business openings in Austin.

This summer brought dozens of new coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and lounges to the food + beverage scene — here’s a few that we’re excited to see.

The Break Room | The daytime alter ego to east Austin bar Bosses Office, The Break Room serves up all-day breakfast, sandwiches, coffee, and daytime cocktails before evening sets in.

Chalmers | Housed inside a converted Shell gas station, this West Texas-inspired bar, restaurant, and music hub offers bevs + bites from the folks behind the Armadillo Den.

The Dead Rabbit | The fan-favorite pub in NYC expanded to old 6th Street over the summer, serving whiskeys, coffee-based cocktails, and Irish comfort food (think scotch eggs, corned beef sliders, and bangers + mash) with a Texas twist.

A plastic cup filled with an iced coffee beverage. The drink is topped with a generous layer of whipped cream and sprinkled with a dusting of cinnamon or cocoa powder. The cup has the branding "Neighbourhood Café" printed on it, along with an address in Austin. The drink is placed on a light-colored, textured surface, possibly a marble or stone countertop.

Drink your dessert with the Iced Tiramisu at Neighbourhood Café.

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Photo by Levi Travieso

Neighbourhood Café | Next door to The Dead Rabbit, the second location of this cafe (and first in the country) is serving creative caffeinated drinks — like the Iced Tiramisu + Turkish Spice Mint — and healthy brunch bites.

Taano House | Try some alternatives to alcoholic beverages at this botanical bar that serves tinctures made from tea, mushrooms, fruits, and kava.

Dishes and beverages presented on a white marble table. The spread includes: A burger with a side of fries served on a metal tray. Three steamed bao buns filled with a savory protein and topped with fresh greens. A bowl of queso accompanied by tortilla chips. Loaded tater tots drizzled with a green sauce and sprinkled with herbs. platter of nachos topped with a mix of melted cheese, cilantro, and a drizzle of sour cream. Two cocktails—one garnished with an orchid flower and the other with a slice of citrus and a chili-salt rim.

Enjoy some upscale fusion bites while watching the game on a huge screen at Whiskey Tango Foxtrot’s new location.

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Photos by Richard Casteel, courtesy of WTF Sporting Club

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot | The popular West 6th Street sports bar has a second location in the works on 1501 E. 7th St. The new spot opens on Friday, Sept. 6 with 5,000+ sqft of space, a two-story projector screen, and fusion bites for snacking.
 
Asked
 
Which new Austin restaurants are you most excited about?
Psst — you can also share restaurants we didn’t list here.

A. The Break Room
B. Chalmers
C. Neighbourhood Café
D. Whiskey Tango Foxtrot
 
 
Events
 
Friday, Aug. 30
  • Thirty Seconds To Mars | Friday, Aug. 30 | 6 p.m. | Germania Insurance Amphitheater | $20-$130 | The “Seasons” tour will include performances from special guests AFI, Poppy, and KennyHoopla.
  • dadageek Student Exhibition | Friday, Aug. 30 | 8 p.m. | dadaLab | $5 | Get inspired with a display of tech, art, music, projections, and performances.
Saturday, Aug. 31
Sunday, Sept. 1
  • Carpenter Hotel BBQ + Pool Party | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 2-6 p.m. | Carpenter Hotel | $55 | Chow down on classic summer eats like hot dogs + pork ribs while you swim to the sound of live music by Ryan Quiet.
  • “The Wizard of Oz” | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 3:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $12 | Follow the yellow brick road to spend the afternoon with Dorothy in the Land of Oz.
  • Femme Fatale | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 10 p.m. | The Volstead Lounge | Free | This dance party is aptly described as “a night of slay for the girls, gays, and theys.”
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News Notes
 
Holiday
  • The annual Labor Day watercraft ban goes into effect today at sunset through Tuesday, Sept. 3 at sunrise. That means motorized personal watercrafts like electric surfboards and jet skis aren’t allowed on Lake Austin, but don’t worry, you can still kayak and paddleboard.
Number
  • $148 billion. That’s how much the Texas Department of Public Safety will invest in upgrading transportation across the state. Some of the Austin projects receiving funding include $4.5 billion for the I-35 Capital Express Central project and $160 million for FM 812 + US 183. (KXAN)
Opening
  • A sister venue next door to Fonda San Miguel is slated to open in March 2025. Tzintzuntzan (pronounced zin-zoon-zhan) will offer breakfast + lunch and feature a garden that will allow the pair to operate separately or together. There will be a sneak preview event on Sunday, Sept. 15 — get tickets.
Austinite
  • Have you ever tried Granarly? The granola brand is made by Austinite Morgan Potts, who started selling her whiskey-baked granola out of a food truck and now sells out of large retailers like Target, Sprouts, and Whole Foods. (Austin Business Review)
Cause
  • Austin Pets Alive! is planning to clear its shelters with two events tomorrow, Aug. 31 at the Cesar Chavez location. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Cats & Coffee will offer refreshments, giveaways for adopters, and music. Then, Dogs at Dusk will take over at 5 p.m.
Real Estate
  • Do you have $11.7 million burning a hole in your pocket? This mansion along Lake Austin has an observatory for stargazing, covered terraces, seven bedrooms, and gorgeous lakeside views. Take a look inside.
Sports
  • Outfielder Travis Jankowski made one of the best catches in the Rangers’ franchise history earlier this week. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Rangers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
    Pets
    Learn
    • Calling all lifelong learners. Just 13 hours of study with Rosetta Stone is equivalent to a full semester of college Spanish. Ready to hone your skills between meetings, on your commute, or even replace some mindless social media scrolling? Get 50% off.*
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    🏐 What’s in a name (image and likeness)?
    Madisen Skinner wearing a Texas volleyball shirt on the quad, surrounded by the Texas marching band.
    Get ready to see Madisen Skinner’s face on your TV screens as part of her new NIL deal. | Photo courtesy H-E-B
    UT senior athlete and three-time NCAA championship player Madisen Skinner has accepted H-E-B’s first-ever name, image, and likeness deal.

    What is a NIL deal? Taking a NIL deal gives a right of publicity for a brand to use a college athlete’s name, image, and likeness to promote products. In turn, the athlete profits from brand sponsorships.

    Skinner is currently ranked as the fifth-best player nationally in points per set, according to the NCAA.

    Skinner already has an event lined up to celebrate the deal — she’ll appear at Popham Elementary School in Del Valle ISD on Tuesday, Sept. 3 to present a $10,000 donation to nonprofit Brighter Bites, followed by to-be-announced appearances with UT and H-E-B.

    Plus, get ready to see her on your TV screens, because she already has ad slots filmed.
     
    The Buy
     
    A car charger adapter strong enough to provide a full-speed charge to two phones at once. Psst — it’s 35% off for Labor Day.
     
     
    The Wrap
     
    City Editor Figi poses with an adorable goat. Today’s edition by:
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    From the editor
    One of my friends from high school is coming back to town after graduating law school, so I’m treating him to some drinks tonight. I’m thinking either Quince Lakehouse or Honey Moon Spirit Lounge — two places I’ve never been before.
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