Smokin' Dough Pizza Opened East Austin Residency
The East Austin pizza residency at Kitty Cohen's launched on September 4 and added a brunch menu on October 11.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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East Austin diners now have a new option at Kitty Cohen's, where Smokin' Dough Pizza Co. established a residency this fall. The kitchen began serving its fermented crusts on September 4.
Why it matters
The residency brings a specialized pizza menu to the Webberville Road bar, providing a new food option for neighborhood patrons. The owners secured the spot after connecting with the bar owners through their shared East Austin community.
The kitchen operates with a 72-hour minimum dough fermentation period to maintain quality. The menu currently features five standard pizza options and two additional choices available during Sunday brunch.
The players
Smokin' Dough Pizza Co.
A local pizza business that operates a kitchen residency in East Austin.
Kitty Cohen's
An East Austin bar located at 2211 Webberville Rd. that hosts the pizza residency.
The details
The residency at 2211 Webberville Rd. #3548 relies on a time-intensive process that limits daily production. Following the September launch, the team expanded their offerings on October 11 to include a Sunday brunch menu featuring pizza dough sandwiches and toast alongside select pies. The founder intends to grow the brand by opening additional locations in the future.
Timeline
September 4, 2026: The pizza residency officially opened at Kitty Cohen's.
October 11, 2026: The kitchen launched its dedicated Sunday brunch menu.
The Texas Context
This partnership follows the established trend of East Austin bars hosting residencies to provide integrated food service for their patrons. It mirrors the local reliance on informal business pairings that define the neighborhood dining scene.
Local patrons can visit the kitchen for standard menu items or stop by on Sundays for the newly launched brunch options. The daily quantity of dough is fixed, so menu availability may vary based on demand.
The takeaway
Visitors should keep an eye on the shop's daily output, as the long fermentation process caps the number of pizzas available each day. Those looking to try the new brunch items should plan to visit on Sundays.
Further reading
Find more new local food spots on our Openings & Closings page.
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