Retired Air Force captain and local physician bring community-focused daytime cafe concept to the Austin area

AUSTIN, TEXAS (Nov. 6, 2025) – Eggs Up Grill, a neighborhood favorite daytime cafe and the fastest-growing “better breakfast” restaurant franchise in the country, is now open in Austin, Texas. Located at 9021 Goodnight Ranch Blvd., Unit 2100, the restaurant marks the brand’s 101st location nationwide and its first in Austin.

The new South Austin restaurant is owned and operated by Omar Thompson, a retired U.S. Air Force captain and support commander, and Dr. Megan Hood, an emergency room physician with more than 20 years of experience. Longtime friends and community advocates, the pair were inspired to bring Eggs Up Grill to Austin as a place where neighbors can gather over great food and genuine hospitality.

“After serving my country for two decades, I wanted to continue serving others, just in a different way,” said Thompson. “Megan and I saw Eggs Up Grill as the perfect opportunity to create a daytime cafe where people can connect, recharge and feel right at home.”

Open daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., the cafe offers a full menu of breakfast, brunch, and lunch favorites, including made-to-order omelets, pancakes, and breakfast sandwiches, as well as burgers, wraps, and salads. Guests can enjoy dine-in service or place orders online for pickup or catering.

A grand opening celebration for Eggs Up Grill South Austin will be announced at a later date, with plans to welcome neighbors, community leaders, and media for an official ribbon-cutting and family-friendly festivities.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Omar and Megan to the Eggs Up Grill family,” said Ricky Richardson, CEO of Eggs Up Grill. “Their shared dedication to service and community perfectly reflects what our brand stands for, and we’re excited to see them introduce our daytime cafe experience to the Austin market.”

Founded in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, and headquartered in Spartanburg, Eggs Up Grill has grown to more than 100 cafes across the Southeast, with several more in development throughout Texas. The brand continues to expand through passionate local franchise owners who embrace its mission of delivering “anything to make you smile” through its community-centric restaurant model.

For more information or to view the menu, visit www.eggsupgrill.com.

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About Eggs Up Grill

Founded in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, Eggs Up Grill has been serving smiles for over 25 years. From the first sip of freshly brewed coffee to the last bite of a hearty breakfast or lunch, our welcoming atmosphere and attentive service make every visit feel like coming home. As “neighbors serving neighbors,” we proudly serve breakfast, brunch, and lunch daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering a full menu throughout our hours of operation.

Eggs Up Grill’s business model is designed to create smiles not just for guests but for our Franchise Partners as well. Ranked the No. 1 breakfast franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise500® for four consecutive years, Eggs Up Grill is experiencing record growth and actively seeking both seasoned and first-time franchise partners. With more than 100 locations currently in operation and more than 85 under development or committed to open, the brand is poised for continued success.

Media Contact:

Loren Thum, Thunderly

(817) 913-0194 | lthum@thunderlymarketing.com

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