10 Inspiring Women Owned Businesses Shaping Austin in 2025

El Alma is a casual Mexican restaurant where Chef Alma Alcocer-Thomas cooks for guests as if they were dining in her own home.

The restaurant has a great ambience with a covered patio and delicious food and drink options, making it the perfect spot to meet up with small or large parties.

Their Avocado Margarita is one of their most popular items and is on sale for $9 during their happy hour, so make sure to take advantage and check it out!

La Barbeque was started by Chef Ali Clem and her wife LeAnn Mueller, who transformed a small food trailer into the place it is today, a Michelin Star restaurant that is consistently named an Austin staple in the barbeque department.

Keep in mind that they get very busy with a line that wraps around the restaurant, so be sure to get there early or be ready to wait; you can also place a to-go order online in advance.

Co-founder Kit Seay’s idea of Tiny Pies started at the Delta Delta Delta house at the University of Texas, where she served as the house mom.

Her and her daughter and co-founder Amanda Wadsworth now use a twist on their family recipes to produce the ever-loved desserts.

If you already have a favorite flavor, you can opt for one of their full size pies but if you’re a new customer or looking to try out some different flavors, check out the tiny pies they’re known for!

Mariela Camacho is the owner and founder of Mexican-American bakery Comadre Panadería.

She found her passion for baking while working in San Antonio and decided to bring the business to Austin, where it has now been a James Beard Foundation semi-finalist twice.

While you can see the menu online, the best way to decide which pastries you want is by going in person. They operate until sold out, so if you want to get the first pick, be sure to get there early!

Founder and CEO Kelly Emmert had the idea to start Art Garage after hosting summer art camps out of her garage.

The business is now a space where people can come together and create projects from pottery to mosaics.

They also host birthday parties as well as art camps and classes that you can join in on!

Nina Berenato became the company it is now in 2015 after Nina had previously sold her jewelry to stores all over the U.S. and Canada.

Her business is based on the goal of making the women in her community feel empowered and beautiful through her jewelry.

The store is known for their permanent bracelet bar, they have many options with a specific chain being switched out each month so you can always find something new to add to your bracelet stack!

Black Pearl Books is a Black woman-owned, family-run independent bookstore based in Austin, Texas, founded to promote diversity, inclusion, and representation through literature.

Inspired by the rare black pearl, a symbol of wisdom, strength, and hope, the store is rooted in the principle, “Love one another as I have loved you” (John 13:34), and is dedicated to serving a diverse, multi-generational, and multi-socio-economic community.

Originally launched as an online shop with pop-up events around the city, the business eventually expanded into its own standalone location. Black Pearl Books not only carries a plethora of books but also gifts (jewelry, totes, stickers, etc).

Remodel Boutique is a minority and women-owned full-service design and build firm based in Austin.

The team offers a start-to-finish remodeling process that blends creative strategy with years of design and construction expertise to optimize homes for both style and flow.

Remodel Boutique firm is passionate about transforming homes while fostering a collaborative, growth-focused culture.

Their diverse team comprising architects, designers, project managers, and tradespeople is united by a commitment to creativity, innovation, and open communication.

Founded by Amanda in 2007, Purple Fig is a woman-owned cleaning company dedicated to serving the community with toxin-free, eco-friendly cleaning services.

Purple Fig Eco Cleaning offers high-quality, house-made cleaning solutions made from natural ingredients like vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, and essential oils.

Recognized as a multi-year winner of the Austin Chronicle’s “Best Cleaning Service,” the company continues to innovate in the cleaning industry while maintaining a personal, thoughtful approach.

The clients can expect personalized care and sparkling homes after every visit.

Fusion Environmental Group is a women-owned business specializing in mold inspections, indoor air quality assessments, residential asbestos inspections, and VOCs and formaldehyde testing.

Committed to transparency, the company offers clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees.

With a focus on health and safety, Fusion helps identify environmental hazards like mold, asbestos, and indoor pollutants, and provides actionable insights to improve indoor air quality.