Exploring Round Rock’s Culinary Scene: New Eateries and Food Trucks to Savor

Exploring Round Rock’s Culinary Scene: New Eateries and Food Trucks to Savor

Round Rock’s vibrant culinary scene continues to flourish with a host of new restaurants and food trucks offering diverse flavors and dining experiences. Here’s a look at some recent additions that are making waves in the local food landscape.

New Restaurant Openings

The Crepe Lab

Located at 2800 S. I-35, Suite 120, The Crepe Lab has transformed the former Tulsi Fine Indian Cuisine space into a haven for crepe enthusiasts. The menu boasts a variety of sweet and savory crepes, croissant-waffles, omelets, pasta dishes, and sandwiches. Beverage options include coffee, matcha, and gelato, catering to a wide range of tastes.

Simply Super Indian Cuisine & Bar

Opened in late December at 3203 S. I-35, Suite 560, Simply Super Indian Cuisine & Bar offers an array of Indian dishes. The menu features appetizers like pakodi, samosas, and bajji, alongside main courses including curries, various tikka masalas, noodles, and pulao. Traditional beverages such as chai and fruit lassis complement the dining experience.

Dimassi’s Mediterranean Buffet

Expanding its presence, Dimassi’s Mediterranean Buffet has opened its third Austin-area location at 1701 S. Mays Street. Known for authentic Mediterranean cuisine, the buffet-style restaurant offers a variety of freshly prepared dishes in a welcoming setting.

Rowdy Cowboy

Combining a sports bar atmosphere with a Texas-focused scratch kitchen, Rowdy Cowboy has opened its largest location to date at 2401 South I-35 Frontage Road. The establishment features handcrafted cocktails, live-energy design elements, and seating for over 300 guests indoors, plus a wraparound patio accommodating an additional 75 patrons.

Food Trucks Making an Impact

Shelby’s Rollin Diner

Specializing in loaded fries, sandwiches, and hot dogs, Shelby’s Rollin Diner operates primarily during the summer at Rock ‘N River Water Park and roams Williamson County throughout the year. The food truck emphasizes gluten-free and vegetarian options, with meats slow-roasted for 10 to 12 hours to achieve juicy perfection.

Just Pruebalo

Bringing bold Latin flavors to Central Texas, Just Pruebalo is a veteran-owned Latin fusion food truck and catering company. Founded by Chef Carlos and Naylla Huasasquiche, the menu features signature salchipapa bowls, wok-fired Chifa favorites like arroz chaufa and lomo saltado, flame-grilled parrilla specialties, and loaded fries. While the food truck prepares for its official launch, catering services are already available for various events.

Taquería Jaguar’s

Since 2015, Taquería Jaguar’s has been serving authentic Chiapas-style Mexican food from its family-owned food truck at 5430 US-79. Popular dishes include handmade quesadillas, street tacos, standout chilaquiles, and toasted tortas, all prepared fresh daily.

Doner Kebab King Karl

Offering authentic Turkish kebabs, Doner Kebab King Karl brings rotating slabs of juicy meats turned into plates or gyros, topped with hot sauce or tzatziki. The food truck’s schedule includes appearances at Bluebonnet Beer Company in Round Rock, providing a unique Mediterranean dining experience.

These new establishments and food trucks contribute to the rich tapestry of Round Rock’s dining scene, offering residents and visitors an array of flavors and experiences to explore.