Austin Places Owned by Famous People
Many celebs call Austin their home or used to in the past, so it was only a matter of time before they added their own takes to our local eateries.
Does being owned by a celeb guarantee quality? Well, no. But does it guarantee a good time and an Instagram opportunity? You bet your ass it does. From breweries to upscale dining, here are some Austin places owned by famous people. It’s no Sur, but hey, Austin isn’t LA quite yet….
Contributed by Lainey Gonzales
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Family Business Beer Co. (owned by Jensen Ackles)
19510 Hamilton Pool Rd
Fans of Supernatural (or IPAs) can choose from an assortment of beers on tap at Jensen Ackles’ Dripping Springs brewery. Located down the road from Hamilton Pool, Family Business Beer Co. is the perfect spot to quench your thirst after a long day in the sun. Check out their current rotation of craft beers and the rest of the menu on their website.
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Walton’s Fancy and Staple (owned by Sandra Bullock)
609 W 6th St
It’s no surprise that one of our favorite actresses is also the mastermind behind one of our favorite breakfast spots. With their iconic ivy-lined brick walls and freshly baked pastries, Walton’s has become a go-to for picturesque weekend brunches or satisfying that sweet tooth. Take a look at all of their delicious dishes here.
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Juan Pelota Cafe (owned by Lance Armstrong)
400 Nueces St
Combining his love for cycling with an excellent sense of humor, Lance Armstrong opened a cafe inside Mellow Johnny’s Bike Shop called Juan Pelota (“juan” sounding like one and “pelota” meaning ball in Spanish). In the mornings you can find independently sourced coffee or small bites, but after 3pm you’ll find one of the best happy hours in town with their $2 beer special. Peep the rest of their offerings here.
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Loro (owned by Tyson Cole of Uchi and Aaron Franklin of Franklin’s BBQ)
2115 S Lamar Blvd
Two of Austin’s most beloved chefs have united and it was about damn time. Whether you’ve wanted to try Uchi but can’t swing the price, or you’re dying to get a taste of Franklin’s world-famous BBQ but can’t wait in the line, Loro is the answer to your prayers. Explore the amazing collaboration here.
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Aba (owned by CJ Jacobson)
1011 S Congress Ave
Originally from Chicago, Aba is the brainchild of Top Chef alum CJ Jacobson. Whipping up cuisine from Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, and Greece, this Mediterranean eatery is quickly becoming an Austin staple. You can book a reservation on their website but hurry, we hear tables are going fast.
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Arlo Grey (owned by Kristen Kish)
111 E Cesar Chavez St
Top Chef tenth season winner Kristen Kish can be found in Austin. Kristen also has been the host of 36 Hours on the Travel Channel and co-host of Fast Foodies on TruTv. Kristen is an executive chef and partner at local Austin restaurant Arlo Grey. Arlo Grey’s decor includes many personal touches inspired by Kristen’s life and hosts a menu with ingredients significantly sourced from Texas.
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Flavortown Kitchen (owned by Guy Fieri)
3612 Tudor Boulevard
As more ghost kitchens open around Austin (kitchens that operate out of a communal space and only offer takeout and delivery), we’re rapidly getting new food options that we otherwise would’ve missed out on. One of the first? A Guy Fieri Flavortown Kitchen. If you’re a fan of this iconic blondie, order from the northwest Austin eatery today.
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Mariah’s Cookies (owned by Mariah Carey)
3612 Tudor Boulevard
2700 West Anderson Lane
Did you know that Mariah Carey owns a delivery cookie service? No? We didn’t either. But thanks to the aforementioned ghost kitchens in Austin, you can try them for yourself. Opt for pickup or delivery and sing the praises of these decadent cookies ASAP.
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Magnolia Table (owned by Chip and Joanna Gaines)
2132 S Valley Mills Dr – Waco, TX
This isn’t technically within Austin, but if you don’t mind a day trip to Waco then you can experience the Fixer Upper empire in person. Magnolia Table is one of the many businesses owned by HGTV stars Chip and Joanna Gaines. Enjoy their wide selection of Southern cooking after browsing the shops and garden at Magnolia Market. See all that the Magnolia team has to offer on their website.
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