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There’s just something uniquely special about a fall getaway. Cozy sweaters and roaring fires. Apple picking and cider sipping. Spooky stories and haunted sites. Colorful leaves on the trees and a certain crispness in the air. The weather’s ideal for spending lots of time outdoors, and it’s "shoulder season" in...
The Toasted Yolk Cafe will give Bastrop a sneak peek ahead of its Aug. 24 opening with a two-day fundraiser benefiting Bastrop County Cares.What’s happeningCurious diners can check out the new brunch space Aug. 21 and Aug. 22 from 8 a.m. till noon. Instead of paying for their meals, they...
Editor's note: This story is based on a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Community Impact will publish more details as they become available.Bastrop Starbucks lovers will have another option to choose from next spring when the coffee shop opens its second location in the city.The gistConstruction...
Crust Pizza Co. franchisee Josh Ellis and his team are serving handcrafted pizzas in Bastrop’s Sendero shopping center.The detailsAs previously reported, the family-friendly restaurant specializes in Chicago-style pies, pastas, salads and more.Click here to view the original article from Community Impact.Image courtesy of Crust Pizza Co.
Sunny Hill Juice & Provisions
Aug 7 2026Celebrating their First Anniversary in Bastrop on September 2!Sunny Hill Juice & Provisions is a locally owned café dedicated to serving fresh, health focused drinks and foods that support everyday well being. Rooted in a “wellness first” philosophy, the café offers an array of cold pressed organic juices, specialty smoothies,...
A new McDonald’s location is arriving in Sendero’s mixed-use development, bringing a second set of golden arches to Bastrop.The gistConstruction began in April, with an estimated building cost of $1.5 million, according to a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing.Click here to read the original article from Community Impact.Image...
Cody and Reva Atkins are now offering vintage and secondhand clothing and more at their brick-and-mortar shop in downtown Bastrop.What they offerIn addition to a curated selection of vintage and secondhand clothing and accessories, Good Old Habit offers jewelry, home goods and other unique finds.Styles range from Victorian-era pieces to...
Bastrop resident and licensed vocational nurse Mary Lou Porter will soon debut Bluebonnet Scrubs in downtown Bastrop.It will be located near the former Bastrop Medicine Shop spot, which moved to Chestnut Street on May 18.What to expectUniforms will be available for healthcare professionals, as well as those working in other...
Find out on the new Bastrop Economic Development Corporation FAQ page. The site illustrates competitive advantages such as low taxes, strong infrastructure, and an available, skilled workforce. From incentives and financing tools to workforce training, everything you need to evaluate and grow in Bastrop is in one place.Know Before You...
Texas Roadhouse will open its first Bastrop restaurant July 27, bringing hand-cut steaks, scratch-made sides and its signature rolls to the Sendero development.In a nutshellDiners can choose proteins like hand-cut steaks, seafood and chicken; scratch-made sides such as baked potatoes, macaroni and cheese and green beans; and the restaurant’s popular...
Your Digital Blueprint for Success
Jul 21 2026The Bastrop Economic Development Corporation has officially unveiled its brand-new, comprehensive FAQ page designed to remove regulatory friction for local innovators. This user-friendly digital hub answers your most pressing questions and provides absolute clarity on everything from navigating local target industries to establishing your brand within the city. Bypass unnecessary...
Husband-and-wife duo Daniel and Adelita Sanchez are now serving Mexican-inspired smash burgers and other comfort food at Bastrop’s Chestnut Grove Food Truck Court.The eatery’s motto is “fuego, sabor y pasión,” which translates to “fire, flavor and passion.”In a nutshellDaniel Sanchez described the menu as American with a Mexican twist—inspired by...
Doing Business in Bastrop Just Got Easier
Jul 14 2026The new FAQ page on the Bastrop Economic Development Corporation website provides fast, accessible answers to common questions about business support, infrastructure, workforce development, and more.As part of our ongoing effort to support business success and regional economic growth, this FAQ page is built to educate businesses, investors, and community...
Area residents have another salon option with the debut of VIP Nails & Spa Bastrop.What they offerOwner Thinh Luu offers manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements, waxing, add-ons and kids’ services.The business is open Monday-Saturday 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Click here to read the original article from Community...
After weather-related delays, Scooter’s Coffee is nearing its Bastrop debut.In a nutshellThe drive-thru coffee chain will be located in Sendero—a mixed-use development in Bastrop just west of the Burleson Crossing shopping centers.Click here to read the original aricle from Community Impact.Image courtesy of Scooter’s Coffee.
Editor's note: This story is based on a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Construction timelines are subject to change.A convenience center is expected to begin taking shape this fall in Cedar Creek, across from Berdoll Pecan Candy & Gift Company.Filed with the state as the Hwy...
The Bastrop Economic Development Corporation has officially launched its brand-new, comprehensive FAQ page designed to remove regulatory friction for local innovators. This user-friendly hub provides clarity on everything from market research tools to choosing your legal business entity. Get the foundational data you need to bypass bureaucratic delays and protect...
Franchise owner Stephen Thomas will open Bastrop County's first Kung Fu Tea in Burleson Crossing East.In a nutshellAs previously reported by Community Impact, the brand offers freshly brewed, customizable milk and fruit teas, as well as the brand’s signature Wow Bubbles—a brown sugar-cooked version of regular boba, which is usually...
Sage Well Café + Herb House offers a fresh, intentional energy to downtown Bastrop. Previously known as Radiant Juice + Smoothie Bar, the business has evolved under new ownership into a space that blends nourishing meals and energizing beverages with an herbal apothecary-inspired retail experience and class offerings. Located on...
Bastrop diners will soon have another Tex-Mex option when Austin-based Freebirds World Burrito opens in Burleson Crossing East.On the menuThe Tex-Mex fast-casual eatery is known for its large, build-your-own burritos. Other menu options include bowls, nachos, salads, tacos and more.Click here to read the full original article from Community Impact.Image...
Long-awaited Jersey Mike's Subs opens in Bastrop
Jun 24 2026Jersey Mike’s Subs is now serving dozens of hot and cold sandwiches in Bastrop at the newly opened Sendero development.The menuThe East Coast-style sandwich shop offers hot and cold subs made with freshly baked bread and stuffed with meats, cheeses and vegetables. The subs are also drizzled with a blend...
Yoli’s Tacos y Mas is serving Tex-Mex dishes in Bastrop with a mission rooted in family legacy: carrying on Yolanda “Yoli” DeLeon’s love for food, family and community, “just like she would’ve wanted.”Behind the nameThe brick-and-mortar eatery is named in honor of DeLeon, who opened her Tex-Mex food truck on...
Einstein Bros Bagels is now serving breakfast and lunch at its first location in Bastrop.On the menuMenu options at the fast-casual franchise include baked goods such as bagels, cinnamon rolls, cookies and muffins; breakfast and lunch sandwiches; hot and iced coffees; and more.The Bastrop spot is open daily 6 a.m.-2...
Chicago-style thin-crust pizza is headed to Bastrop.What’s happening?Crust Pizza Co. franchisee Josh Ellis and his team will serve handcrafted pies, pastas, salads and more in Bastrop’s Sendero development.As previously reported, the family-friendly restaurant will fill 2,500 square feet indoors and offer a 350-square-foot patio.Click here to read the original article...
