Easy Access to a Wide Variety of Stores, Restaurants and Entertainment
For groceries and everyday needs there is a Randalls and Walgreens just minutes away. About 5 minutes from Red Oaks, the expansive 1890 Ranch shopping center has more than 70 stores and restaurants and is a popular choice for shopping or a night out. Some of the most popular retailers include SuperTarget, Bealls, Academy Sports and Outdoors, Famous Footwear, Natural Grocers, PetSmart, Office Max, Ross Dress for Less, Bikram Yoga, Claire’s Boutique, Hemispheres, Mardels and Hobby Lobby.
Local parents often drop off the kids at the mall to have fun at Adventure Kids Playcare and then enjoy a movie at the Cinemark Movie Theater, followed by a family dinner at one of the several popular locally owned and chain restaurants, such as Buffalo Wild Wings, Longhorn Steakhouse, Which Wich sandwich shop, Naanfull Indian Grill, Mighty Fine Burgers, Takara Sushi or Rosie’s Pho Asian Noodles. For dessert, there are plenty of choices to satisfy even the most demanding sweet tooth at Baskin-Robbins, YoYo’s Frozen Yogurt, Nothing Bundt Cake or Gigi’s Cupcakes.
More Stores and Restaurants Nearby
Just over 5 minutes away, Lakeline Mall is one of Austin’s biggest shopping destinations. With over 150 stores, shoppers enjoy a spacious mall including anchor stores Dillard’s, Macy’s and Sears, as well as American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Express, Foot Locker, Frederick’s of Hollywood, Gap, Image, Lakeline Day Spa, Lane Bryant, The Limited, Office Max, Old Navy, Ross, JCPenney, Brookstone, New York and Company, Yankee Candle and many, many more.
Restaurants include Applebee’s, Chile’s, Frullati Café, Little Tokyo, Los Canarios Fine Mexican Cuisine, Phil’s Philly Grill and Simon’s Sushi, among others.
Teens are attracted to the mall’s extensive food court, movie theater and other retail shops like Hollister and Abercrombie & Fitch. And families appreciate the wide range of stores catering to children and children’s needs such as the Disney Store, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Carter’s, The Children’s Place, Rooms To Go Kids, Gymboree, Gap For Kids, and Inflatable Wonderland, a bounce house park.
Even more, shoppers from all over Austin travel to take advantage of the incredible bargains at the 125 retailers featured at the Round Rock Premium Outlets. For Red Oaks homeowners, shopping for deep discounts at the Outlet Mall is less than a 20-minute drive.
Savory Barbecue, Fresh Sushi and Live Sports
Red Oaks-area foodies in search of authentic Texas barbecue love the convenience of nearby Smokey Mo’s Bar-B-Q to satisfy their cravings for turkey, ribs and, of course, that famous Texas brisket with all the traditional sides. Those in the know know Smokey Mo’s serves breakfast tacos to go. Families or large parties can order a group pack online for even faster service.
Other restaurants in the area offer everything from family dining to a romantic night out. One popular date night destination is Soto’s, which offers an elegant Japanese hot plate and sushi dishes characterized by rich flavors and glamorous presentation. Share a delicate sushi platter, smoked salmon served over flaming oil and coffee beans, or delightfully tender Kobe beef.
More traditional American fare can be found at such eateries as The Dig Pub, known for its satisfying grilled sandwiches and extensive draft beer selection, or CR Surf & Turf Seafood and Steak. Don’t miss CR’s house-made kettle chips.
In between trips to Austin for Longhorn games, Red Oaks sports fans cheer on the Texas Stars hockey team or the Austin Toros, an NBA Development League team. The 8,000-seat Cedar Park Center, just 10 minutes north of Red Oaks, offers a variety of concerts, sporting events and other entertainment.