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New local restaurant on South Congress to preserve longstanding home
By KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
The Bergen-Todd House, built in 1877 and located on South Congress Avenue, is being preserved and turned into a restaurant by Matthew Moreno and Dustin Minium, co-founders of Connie's bar and café.
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The preservation of the Bergen-Todd House as a restaurant is a significant development for the South Congress Avenue corridor, an area that has seen rapid growth and transformation in recent years. By repurposing this historic home, Matthew Moreno and Dustin Minium are not only saving a piece of local history but also adding to the unique character of the neighborhood. The fact that the co-founders of Connie's bar and café are behind this project suggests that the new restaurant will be a thoughtful and community-focused addition to the area. As the city continues to evolve, it will be worth watching how this project balances preservation with the needs of a thriving commercial district, and how it contributes to the overall identity of South Congress Avenue. The success of this venture could set a precedent for future developments in the area, where historic preservation and economic growth often intersect.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Bergen-Todd House, built in 1877 and located on South Congress Avenue, is being preserved and turned into a restaurant by Matthew Moreno and Dustin Minium, co-founders of Connie's bar and café.
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