Shop ’til you drop!
Austin is home to plenty of things: the Texas Capitol, a surplus of live music venues, Michelin-starred restaurants and a plethora of trails, waterways and outdoor recreation sources. But for days when you’ve got a credit card and a dream, here are some of the new businesses around the Austin metro that have opened so far in 2026.
TOMO Mags
Who says print is dead? TOMO Mags opened in January as both a magazine shop and a conceptual store that sells independent magazines, newsstand print offerings, notebooks and other design goods. Alongside its store products, TOMO also features a cafe and hosts various workshops.
Find it:411 Brazos St., Suite 101, Austin, TX 78701
Swig
Swig, the popular “dirty soda” chain, officially entered the Texas capital with its first Austin store in mid-February. Menu offerings include customizable beverages, non-carbonated drinks and other snacks…