We’re assembling the puzzle pieces to create a true community center at Roundabout in Buda

More Than Development – It’s Community Building

Buda is continuing to Grow. We have families, professionals, and retirees all calling this place home. But here’s what we’re missing: a true community heart where neighbors connect, local businesses thrive, and daily life happens naturally.

That’s where you come in.

The Foundation is Set

We’ve secured community anchors that bring people together:

• Amici Cucina Italiana – 3^rd Generation Family Italian dining
• M. McCall’s Irish Pub – Community gathering spot with great food and drink
• Moontower Restaurant (Still to be named) – Sports courts, play areas, music stage
• Trianon Coffee – Over 30 years of perfecting their craft, a great gathering spot
• La Ola Pop Shop – 3^rd Generation Family treats and connections
• Mercantile at Home – Curated local goods

But we need the missing pieces of the puzzle.

What Makes a True Community Center?

The Daily Essentials

Where convenience meets community:

• Specialty shops that reflect our personality
• Bookstores for quiet moments
• Fitness studios for wellness journeys
• Art galleries showcasing local talent
• Outdoor gear for Texas adventures

The Healthcare Hub

Where families feel cared for:

• Family doctors who know your kids’ names
• Pediatric care for growing families
• Mental health support for life’s challenges
• Dental care from cleanings to braces
• Physical therapy for active lifestyles
• Med spa services for self-care

The Professional Services

Where business and life intersect:

• Legal counsel for life transitions
• Financial planning for growing families
• Real estate services for our booming market
• Local banking with personal relationships

Your Opportunity to Shape Community

This isn’t just about finding tenants – it’s about building something meaningful together.

Location advantages:

• 19,500 daily vehicles, 15 miles from Austin
• Affluent families (median income $111,179)
• 9,000 existing & planned homes within 2 miles
• $1.6M infrastructure improvements underway

Partnership benefits:

• Flexible spaces: 1,200 to 11,943 sq ft
• $50/sq ft tenant improvement allowance
• Possible City incentives: Small business grants up to $10,000
• Streamlined permitting process
• Built-in foot traffic from proven anchors and walking trails connecting the area.

Join the Puzzle

We’re not just leasing space – we’re curating a community.

Whether you’re a healthcare provider wanting to serve families, a retailer with unique offerings, or a professional service that makes life easier, we want to hear from you.

How do you see yourself fitting into Buda’s community puzzle?

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Phase 1 breaking ground soon – 50% pre-leased Phase 2 already 46% committed

Let’s build something extraordinary together – one puzzle piece at a time.

Trianon Coffee, which has operated in Bee Cave since 1985, will open its second location at the Roundabout mixed-use development in Buda, potentially in 2027. The new location will feature an expanded menu with all-day breakfast, salads, sandwiches, and pastries alongside their signature coffee offerings. Owner Charles Emile Lauriat chose the Buda location because developer Tim Dowling is building the project “on a foundation of community.”

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Witten by Katlynn Fox of Community Impact – kfox@communityimpact.com

Full Article written by Jamie Moore with Community Impact on May 20, 2025

https://communityimpact.com/austin/san-marcos-buda-kyle/business/2025/05/20/the-roundabout-in-buda-brings-new-life-to-local-dining-and-retail

The summary

• The Roundabout in Buda is a new community hub aimed at enhancing local shopping, dining, and recreation, all in a walkable area.
• Located at 1141 FM 967, developed by Tim Dowling, Richard Veregge, Josh Bumb, Frank Navarro and David Morin in partnership with Buda officials and the EDC.
• Will feature approximately 65,000 sq ft of retail space, filling an underserved commercial area with high traffic (~19,500 vehicles daily).
• Confirmed tenants include La Ola Pop Shop, Gracie Humaita Buda, M. McCall’s Pub, Amici Cucina Italiana, Mercantile at Home, Trianon Coffee and a Moontower restaurant.
• There is still leasing space available, especially for health care providers (family medicine, dental, specialty clinics, med spas) along with office space and retail businesses like boutiques, textile shops, bookstores and wellness studios.
• Several locally owned businesses are part of the project, including La Ola Pop Shop and Gracie Humaita Buda, Amici, M. McCall’s Irish Pub and the Moontower concept.
• Upcoming dining options include M. McCall’s Pub (Irish cuisine) and Amici Cucina Italiana (family Italian) and the Moontower Restaurant Concept that will include Pickleball, Volleyball and a huge children’s plan area.
• The development integrates recreation facilities: connections to 1.2 miles of walking trails, pickleball and volleyball courts, playgrounds, and social patios.
• The project emphasizes community connection and is supported by city collaboration and incentives from the Buda EDC.
• Located near Persimmon, a new master-planned community with 2,100 homes, indicating future growth along with almost 5,000 existing homes.
• Project aims to break ground later this year, with ongoing development and leasing opportunities.

Dear coffee aficionados, get ready for something truly special! Next week, the team at the Roundabout is excited to unveil a brand-new partnership with a coffee group that’s set to become your destination for exceptional brews and community connection. We’re keeping the name and story under wraps for now, but we assure you—this is a coffee experience crafted with passion, quality, and a heartfelt mission.

What’s Brewing?

While we wait for the big reveal next week, here’s a sneak peek of what makes this coffee group stand out:

• Unrivaled Coffee Craftsmanship: Get ready for small-batch roasted beans sourced from the finest farms around the globe, offering a symphony of flavors—from smooth, nutty blends to vibrant, single-origin gems.
• A World of Choices: Whether you prefer organic, decaf, or unique micro lots, you’ll find the perfect cup to suit your taste, whether you’re after bold intensity or delicate nuances.
• Community at Its Core: This isn’t just a coffee group; it’s a welcoming space where neighbors become friends, dedicated to fostering connections over great coffee.
• A Space to Savor: Imagine a cozy, inviting atmosphere with ample seating, free Wi-Fi, and the perfect vibe for work, relaxation, or enjoying quality time with friends.

Be Part of the Journey

We were focused in bringing an incredible coffee anchor to our site, we’ve envisioned creating a unique coffee experience in your own backyard. Next week, we’ll reveal the name and share the inspiring story behind this group a narrative rooted in dedication to coffee excellence and community spirit.

Stay tuned for the big announcement and prepare to sip on something extraordinary!

Background

In the early 18th century, Margorie McCall lived in Lurgan, County Armagh, Northern Ireland, with her husband, John McCall, a local doctor. Their home was on Church Place, and they were a respectable but not particularly wealthy family. The story of Margorie McCall, known as the “Lady with the Ring,” centers on a chilling tale of premature burial that has become a cornerstone of local folklore, though its historical accuracy remains debated.

The First Burial

Around 1705, Margorie fell gravely ill with a fever, a common and feared ailment during a time of famine and limited medical knowledge. Believing her to be dead, her family and community acted swiftly to bury her in Shankill Graveyard, about 300 yards from Lurgan, to prevent the spread of disease. Margorie was laid to rest wearing a valuable ring—described in some accounts as a red ruby—which her family tried but failed to remove due to swelling in her finger. This ring would set the stage for the extraordinary events that followed.

The Grave Robbers

The night after her burial, grave robbers, known as “resurrectionists,” targeted Margorie’s grave, lured by rumors of her valuable ring. Such robbers were common in the era, often stealing corpses for anatomy schools or valuables from the deceased. Unable to slide the ring off her finger, the robbers decided to cut it off. As they began to slice her finger, Margorie awoke—likely from a fever-induced coma rather than death—sitting up in her coffin and terrifying the robbers. Some versions claim the robbers fled in panic, while others suggest they dropped dead from fright. Scratch marks found inside the coffin later indicated Margorie had tried to escape her premature burial.

The Return Home

Margorie, still in her burial clothes and with blood dripping from her nearly severed finger, climbed out of her grave and made her way home. When she knocked on her door, her husband, John, was with their children, mourning her loss. According to legend, John remarked, “If your mother were still alive, I’d swear that was her knock,” before opening the door. Upon seeing Margorie, he was so shocked that he either fainted, had his hair turn white overnight, or, in some accounts, dropped dead on the spot. Despite the trauma, Margorie survived the ordeal and returned to her life.

Life After “Death”

The legend claims Margorie went on to remarry after her husband’s possible death and had several children, though some versions suggest she remained with John and bore more children with him. When she eventually died of old age, she was buried again in the same plot at Shankill Graveyard. Her gravestone, erected later, bears the inscription: “Margorie McCall – Lived Once, Buried Twice,” a testament to her remarkable story. The original stone, which reportedly included dates of both burials, was damaged, and the current marker is simpler.

Historical Context and Skepticism

The story of Margorie McCall is a variation of the European folklore tale “The Lady with the Ring,” popular from the 14th to 19th centuries, which often involved premature burial and grave robbery. Local historian Jim Conway, who has researched the tale, believes it to be true, citing parish records showing nine Margorie McCalls in Lurgan, three married to a John McCall. However, no specific record ties a Margorie McCall to John McCall in 1705, and many records were lost during the Great Hunger. Skeptics, like museum worker David Weir, argue the gravestone, erected in the 1860s by a stonemason named Harkin, was a tourist attraction capitalizing on the legend’s popularity. The absence of precise records and the story’s alignment with widespread folklore fuel doubts about its authenticity.

Legacy

Margorie’s grave in Shankill Graveyard remains a point of fascination, drawing visitors who marvel at the eerie inscription. The tale has inspired local storytelling, with plans by Dark Forest Theatre in 2024 to stage a play, Margorie’s Dead, at Lurgan Town Hall and possibly the graveyard itself. Some accounts even claim Margorie’s spirit wanders the cemetery, seeking those who wronged her. Whether fact or folklore, the story underscores historical fears of premature burial, a real concern in an era when medical diagnostics were rudimentary. Margorie McCall’s legend endures as a haunting reminder of life, death, and the thin line between them.