4 new Austin restaurants that opened in June, plus 2 we lost

June showers brought a fresh crop of culinary contenders to Austin, alongside a few bittersweet goodbyes. The city's food scene continues its spicy dance of openings and closings, proving that even in the Capital City, the only constant is change (and maybe breakfast tacos).

Openings

Café Crème brews up a second act at the Central Library

Bookworms and coffee lovers, rejoice. The long-dormant restaurant space within the Central Austin Public Library has found its new muse in Café Crème. The French-Vietnamese coffee shop and bakery, a fixture on Oltorf Street since 2014, opened its second location earlier this month.

Filling the void left by Cookbook Cafe, Café Crème promises its signature latte art and crêpes. Hours are currently from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Early risers can grab cold brew, green tea lattes and pastries. A full menu of breakfast tacos, sandwiches and even cocktails (plus extended hours until 9 p.m.) is on the horizon. Looks like your library visits just got a whole lot tastier.

710 W. César Chávez. cafecremeaustin.com. 512-710-9473.

Le Calamar rises from Underdog's ashes

When one door closes, a new one often opens. Such is the case for Claudia Lee and Richard Hargreave, the minds behind the recently shuttered Underdog. The duo, along with chef Casey Wall, unveiled Le Calamar on South First St.

This Texas seasonal bistro, with a distinct French accent, aims to be your new go-to for dinner and drinks. Expect twists on bistro classics like trout almondine with brown butter salsa macha, and oysters charentaise with Texas hot links, as well as a focus on local producers and a wine list celebrating Texas and Mexico.

1600 S 1st St Suite 100. le-calamar.com.

Paperboy expands to South Lamar

East Eleventh Street's breakfast, lunch, and cocktail darling, Paperboy, has expanded southward, planting roots on South Lamar. The team behind Paperboy, recently lauded by the Statesman as local food leaders, promises an expanded kitchen for new dishes and lighter options, alongside their tried-and-true favorites like Texas Hash and the B.E.C. Sandwich.

A dedicated walk-up window means you can grab your grub on the go, and their partnership with Superthing for coffee ensures your caffeine fix is in good hands. Look out for collaborations with local brands, too, because variety is the spice of life (and pastries). Catch them Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

1401 S Lamar Blvd. paperboyaustin.com. 512-249-5233.

Poeta finds a new home

Fans of Poeta's tasting menus will be pleased to hear that after closing its old East Austin spot, the restaurant has found a charming new abode within a house. Still offering its monthly five-course tasting menu featuring crudos, handmade pastas, and wagyu steaks, Poeta resurrects with quality that belies its $65 price tag.

3012 Gonzales St. poetarestaurant.com. 512-547-2663.

Closings

Mour Cocina bids farewell

Mour Cocina, the spot just south of Lady Bird Lake, held its final service on June 22. Owner Felix Jimenez-Gamez shared the news on Instagram, noting that brunch was both their beginning and their end. While the reasons for closure weren't detailed, Jimenez-Gamez has started a GoFundMe to help cover expenses and ensure staff receive their final paychecks.

Allday Pizza focuses on brick and mortar

Pizza lovers will notice one less option on the go, as Allday Pizza closed its East Austin trailer last month. This move, however, is strategic, allowing the establishment to concentrate its efforts on its two existing brick-and-mortar locations within the city. Meanwhile, keep an eye out for a new partnership as Que Sázón & Cuantos team up for a fresh concept arriving on the back patio of Daydreamer early next month.