September 5, 2025

Chuy’s Restaurant in Georgetown, TX – Menu, Hours & Reviews | HERE Georgetown

Georgetown / Leander, September 5, 2025

News Summary

Chuy’s Tex-Mex is coming to the Georgetown–Leander border. Public filings show a new, ground-up restaurant planned for the Ronald Reagan Blvd & Kaufman Loop area (near Bar W Marketplace). Construction is slated to begin in December 2025 with an estimated completion in July 2026. The 6,566-sq-ft project is privately funded at about $1.75M and will bring Chuy’s signature Tex-Mex favorites and lively atmosphere to this fast-growing corridor.

Georgetown/Leander, TX – A new Chuy’s restaurant is set to rise near the border of Georgetown and Leander, according to a project registration with the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation. Plans call for a 6,566-square-foot, ground-up restaurant with site improvements at Ronald Reagan Boulevard & Kaufman Loop, near Bar W Marketplace. Work is expected to start in December 2025 and wrap by July 2026. The project carries an estimated cost of \$1.75 million and is privately funded on private land.

Chuy’s—founded in Austin in 1982 and now part of Darden Restaurants—has grown a loyal following for its bold Tex-Mex flavors, playful décor, and from-scratch approach. With the region’s rapid residential and commercial growth, the location is well positioned to serve both Georgetown and Leander diners seeking a fun, casual spot for enchiladas, tacos, burritos, specialty sauces, and margaritas.

As development progresses, more updates are expected on hiring, opening timelines, and grand-opening festivities.

About Chuy’s

Founded in 1982 in Austin, Chuy’s is known for a vibrant dining experience and Tex-Mex staples made from fresh ingredients. Popular items include enchiladas, tacos, burritos, creamy jalapeño, and house-made salsas.

The Georgetown–Leander Growth Corridor

The Ronald Reagan Blvd / Kaufman Loop area is one of Williamson County’s busiest growth nodes, with retail and mixed-use projects expanding around Bar W Marketplace. The addition of Chuy’s broadens local dining choice and supports ongoing commercial momentum.

Conclusion

The new Chuy’s marks a notable addition to the border area between Georgetown and Leander. With construction targeted for late 2025 and completion by mid-2026, residents can look forward to a fresh Tex-Mex option in a lively setting. Opening details will be shared as the project advances.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the new Chuy’s expected to open?

The build is slated to begin in December 2025 with an estimated completion in July 2026. The opening date will be confirmed closer to completion.

Where will it be located?

Near Ronald Reagan Blvd & Kaufman Loop in Leander, close to Bar W Marketplace and the Georgetown border.

How big is the restaurant?

The filing lists a 6,566-square-foot building with site improvements.

How much is the project investment?

The estimated project cost is approximately $1.75 million, privately funded.

What does Chuy’s serve?

Tex-Mex classics such as enchiladas, tacos, burritos, appetizers, specialty sauces, and margaritas.

Feature	Details
Location	Ronald Reagan Blvd & Kaufman Loop (near Bar W Marketplace), Leander — Georgetown border
Square Footage	6,566 sq ft
Estimated Cost	Approx. $1,750,000 (privately funded)
Construction Window	Start Dec 2025 • Estimated completion July 2026
Cuisine Type	Tex-Mex (from-scratch favorites, specialty sauces, margaritas)
Company Founded	1982 (now part of Darden Restaurants)