Crave Cookies and Soda has announced it will celebrate the grand opening of its new Leander location on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with doors opening at 10:30 a.m. The new shop, located at 19397 Ronald W Reagan Blvd., Ste. 120, marks the Utah-based brand's first venture into the Austin area. The opening day festivities will feature free cookies for the first visitors and a chance for customers to win a year's supply of the company's freshly baked treats.
Opening Day Promotions and Giveaways
To mark the occasion, Crave is planning two significant promotions for attendees. According to the company's official Leander location webpage, the first 1,000 customers to visit the new store will receive one free chocolate chip cookie, with no purchase necessary. This offer is designed to attract a large crowd, so early arrival is encouraged for those hoping to secure a complimentary cookie.
In addition to the immediate giveaway, the business is also hosting a contest for a chance to win free cookies for a whole year. Customers can enter the giveaway at the store on opening day. Crave's website states that the winner of this year-long prize will be announced two weeks after the grand opening event. This provides an extended incentive for local residents to engage with the new dessert spot.
A Look at Crave's Rotating Menu and Loaded Sodas
Crave's business model centers on a dynamic menu that combines a consistent favorite with weekly variety. A company representative explained that their classic chocolate chip cookie is a permanent fixture on the menu. Alongside it, five other specialty cookie flavors are introduced every Friday, ensuring that "there's always something new to try," according to the representative. This rotating selection encourages repeat visits from customers eager to sample new creations.
Beyond its cookies, the shop offers a range of customizable "loaded sodas" and energy drinks. This concept allows customers to personalize their beverages with a variety of syrups, creams, and fruit add-ons. An example provided in reporting by Community Impact is the Coconut Crave, a drink made with Diet Coke, fresh lime, and coconut syrup. The Leander location, which is locally owned and operated by franchisees Arun Serikar and Purna Durshanpalli, will also offer both pickup and delivery services.
