The Depot Townhomes have officially broken ground in the heart of Downtown Round Rock. The project, which has been planned since 2017, will include 80 townhomes with floor plans ranging from two to four bedrooms. The first phase of the project consists of 23 units and is expected to be completed in early 2023. Located …
The owners of the popular Texan Cafe in Downtown Hutto have purchased Louisiana Longhorn Cafe (LLC) at 200 East Main Street. The new owners plan to maintain the beloved LLC staff, concept, and menu. LLC was opened 22 years ago by Ray and Melinda Overstreet. “When we started the restaurant 22 years ago, we never …
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Sun’s out and summer is here, y’all! If you’re trying to stay away from this blazing Texas heat, Downtown Round Rock will be the perfect place for you and your family to relax and cool off. So, go put your shades on and keep on reading to find out how to stay cool and have …
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Looking for the perfect outdoor place to enjoy this beautiful weather? Downtown Round Rock has you covered with plenty of hometown hangouts destined to become your favorite spot to basic brunch or get down on game day. Hope to see all you patio party people soon! Urban Eat.DrinkCome experience the upscale, casual atmosphere at URBAN …
The Downtowner Gallery has reopened on Main Street with two new art exhibits. “Pandemic Perspectives” showcases visual art reflecting local and area artists’ personal response to the quarantine or art that is inspired by some aspect of the global pandemic. What is the impact of this major pause and re-set for our planet? How has …
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Work related to the Downtown parklets project will necessitate the closure of Lampasas Street from Main Street to Bagdad Avenue from 6 p.m. Friday, May 29 through 6 a.m. Monday, June 1. As a result, the City Hall parking garage on South Lampasas Street will not be accessible. During the closure, crews will be milling …
Downtown is feeling the love with the heart installations on East Main Street! Local artists were paired with Downtown businesses and were tasked with decorating storefront windows with colorful heart displays. Everyone could use a smile during this trying time, and our artists and businesses were up to the challenge. Participants include- Convention and Visitors …
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In this time of uncertainty, we could all use a little namaste. Soul Strong Yoga in Downtown Round Rock is here to help! Although their studio is currently closed, they are offering 30 livestream classes every week via Zoom. Their new student special includes 3 weeks of unlimited access to a prerecorded yoga library and …
Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan, the Greater Round Rock Community Foundation, the Round Rock Chamber and Dell Technologies announced today a new collaboration to assist local small businesses impacted by the coronavirus. “Our entire community is concerned about what recent COVID–19 disruptions to business operations may mean for our local small businesses, and for the families of their employees,” Mayor Morgan said. “Many businesses have chosen to suspend operations based on recommendations from the CDC or have been required to close as a …
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With the closure of local schools amidst the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), we know Round Rock parents are faced with filling long days with learning and activities for their children. We hope this Downtown coloring and activity page helps in some small way!
Let’s taco bout how mouthwatering this news is! Dos Mary’s Tex-Mex Bar and Grill is officially open for business in Downtown Round Rock. The new restaurant is located at 118 E. Main Street. According to their Facebook page, Dos Mary’s will offer a breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu featuring favorites such as breakfast tacos, migas, fajitas, enchiladas, and more!
Downtown will play host to six PopUp Art shows this fall in Prete Plaza! The shows will run from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Sept. 14 and 28, Oct. 12 and 26, and Nov. 9 and 16. Over 12 artists will be selling their art and a variety of mediums will be featured. The shows …
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Celebrate the end of summer with a splashin’ good time at the Prete Plaza fountain! The Round Rock Public Library will host two splash mobs from 11 a.m.-12 p.m and 6:30 -7:30 p.m. on Aug. 5. Bring your water squirters, buckets and a towel! Once you’ve dried off, head over to 3 Star Candy or …
This article was originally published in Texas Monthly. Even with all the success he’s enjoyed at Black Iron Barbecue in Pflugerville, John Brotherton had something to prove in Round Rock. He opened Curly’s Carolina, TX Barbeque on Main Street there in 2013 and had to close it a year later. It stung, so when he was searching for a …
1. Spring Break Bash returns to Prete Plaza every weeknight during spring break for toe-tappin’ free concerts for the whole family! The full lineup can be found here. 2. The Round Rock Public Library is hosting FREE events all week that are sure to be boredom busters for every age group. Extreme Lego fun day …
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According to a recent article in Community Impact Newspaper, a local full-service barbershop is set to relocate to Mays Street right here in Downtown Round Rock. Round Rock Barbershop, currently located inside The Salons at Crossing Point (2800 S. Interstate 35), will reside at 301 N. Mays Street beginning April 1. The shop offers cuts, …
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Downtown will welcome a creative new space in spring 2019 at 110 South Mays Street. The Inspired Studio will feature a large coworking space that will also be available for community events and creative workshops. The owner, Nycia Emerson, aims to add to the already bustling Downtown scene while also creating a gathering space for …
This article was originally published in Community Impact. The Ruby Hotel, located at 400 Fannin Ave., Round Rock, is now taking reservations for Feb. 14 and beyond as the boutique hotel nears completion. A grand opening will likely be held in late March, according to Bree Carrico, principal at Alexa Management, the group leading development and operations …
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Update: Liberty Barbecue will officially open at 103 E. Main Street at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7. The restaurant will be open for dinner service only for the first week of operation. Regular business hours will be 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. The kitchen will close at 10 p.m. nightly. …
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