Austin, Texas is set to welcome a unique and star-studded new dining destination this spring: Austin Sports Club. What makes this new restaurant project special isn’t just its concept blending high-end cuisine with sports culture, but also its lineup of high-profile co-founders, most notably NBA superstar Kevin Durant. Slated to open at 205 East Third St., Austin Sports Club promises to be a must-visit spot for foodies, executives, and sports enthusiasts alike.
Austin Sports Club is not a solo investment venture by Durant. He is partnering with a group of major players:
Rich Kleiman’s Boardroom Hospitality: The entertainment and media company of Durant himself and his longtime partner Rich Kleiman.
Joe Gebbia: Co-founder of Airbnb, bringing a perspective on experience and design.
Lobos Hospitality: The team behind successful Austin culinary spots like sandwich shop Manny’s, cocktail bar The Powder Room, and retro diner Toasty Badger.
This combination suggests a vision far beyond a typical restaurant, aiming to create a multi-dimensional entertainment and experience brand.
Although the menu is still being developed by the Lobos Hospitality team, initial hiring posts have revealed part of the picture. The restaurant is described as blending “luxury dining with immersive sports culture in the heart of downtown.” The phrase “a timeless restaurant reimagined for the modern athlete, executive, and tastemaker” hints at a space that is both elegant and energized by sports, suitable for both business meetings and nights out.
Located at 205 E Third St., one of the most bustling and rapidly developing areas of Downtown Austin, Austin Sports Club already holds a significant geographic advantage. The Lobos Hospitality team has also begun hiring for key positions such as Bar Manager, Executive Sous Chef, and Sous Chef, indicating that preparations are in full swing to ensure service quality from day one.
The launch of Austin Sports Club is not just good news for Austin food lovers; it’s also a smart business move in Kevin Durant’s investment portfolio. This project marks the expansion of his influence beyond the basketball court into the realm of urban entertainment and culture. Combining a global sports icon, tech investors, and an experienced local culinary team, Austin Sports Club is expected to be more than just a restaurant—it aims to be a new cultural hub for the city’s stylish and sports-loving community.