Franchising

Mutts Cantina breaking ground in Austin

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April 27, 2022

Mutts Canine Cantina is building a restaurant in North Austin. Slated to open in the late summer months or early fall, the off-leash dog park with an outdoor bar and grill is located at 9825 N. Lake Creek Pkwy., near Highways 183 and 45, according to a company press release

Heading up the development is Texas-based K9 Entertainment, which includes franchisees and twin sisters Lisa Ladewig and Laura Ladewig Landers, along with Laura's husband, Darrell Landers. The trio, which was one of the first franchisees to partner with Mutts upon its entry into franchising in 2019, owns Ultimate Outdoor Movies, Ultimate Outdoor Entertainment and Xtreme Technologies.

"Mutts Austin will be the premiere place to play with your best friend, but it is so much more than just an upscale, off-leash dog park," Managing Partner Lisa Ladewig said in the release.

All Mutts Canine Cantina features a walk-up bar serving local craft brews and Barkaritas, the chain's signature margarita, as well as burgers, chicken sandwiches and PUPsicles, which cater to the four-legged customers. Mutts Austin will have a combination of amenities, including:

• Covered patios with misting fans and heaters.
• Outdoor LED TVs.
• Doggie splash pad park.
• Live music with giant LED screen.
• Private cabana rentals.
• Private Event rental space.
• Evolution self-serve dog wash.
• Wi-Fi and charging stations.

"We're excited for this expansion to a new market, and I'm confident that Mutts Austin will become a new favorite destination for the city's residents to hang out with their furry friends," said Mutts Director of Operations Austin Green. "Mutts takes pride in creating a true community among our members, and we look forward to seeing it grow in Austin."

When guests are visiting with their dogs, they may access the dog park by purchasing a daily pass, monthly or annual membership. Access to the park includes all of the amenities in addition to Bark Rangers, who supervise and tidy up the park.