Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
ELURA CAFE
3336 CRYSTAL VIEW BLVD. SUITE 130, Texas City, TX, 77539
ELURA CAFE is a renovation/alteration project at 3336 CRYSTAL VIEW BLVD. SUITE 130, Texas City, in Galveston County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Aug 2026). The project has an estimated value of $85K across about 2,078 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $85K
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 2,078 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $41/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
27 days after the preceding date shown.
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5 days after the preceding date shown.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
167 days after the preceding date shown.
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31 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About ELURA CAFE
Elura Cafe occupies Suite 130 at 3336 Crystal View Blvd. in Texas City, a 2,078 sq ft interior buildout within the Commons at Lago MAR Town Center. The project is a privately funded renovation/alteration with an estimated cost of $85,000. Construction is complete, as the site passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in August 2026.
The work involved a cafeteria interior buildout, transforming the space for use as a cafe and espresso bar. Vibhor Mehrotra is the owner of record, and James A Gee served as the registered accessibility specialist for the project. The filing was registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in February 2026, with plan review completed and construction starting in March 2026.
Project Scope and Economics
The renovation cost approximately $41 per square foot, a figure below the Galveston County median of $74 per square foot for similar renovation/alteration filings. The total estimated cost of $85,000 is also below the county median of $250,000 for this type of work. The scheduled build window was 198 days, which is longer than the county median of 120 days for comparable projects.
Third-party listings provide additional context about the business. A Roadtrippers listing describes Elura Cafe & Espresso Bar and notes the presence of pastry cases. A Yelp listing for the business, updated in August 2026, indicates it is located at 3336 Crystal View Blvd, Ste 130, and lists operating hours from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm on Mondays.
Location and Area Context
The site is located in Galveston County, near the Lago Mar Public Beach and the National Sailing Club at Lago Mar. Other registered projects in the immediate area include Pecan Jacks Ice Cream Candy Kitchen and Prose Dickinson, both new construction projects. The surrounding area also includes Blue Lagoon Bar & Grill and the Crystal View at Lago Mar residential community.
According to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP code 77539, the area has a population of about 47,164 people. The median household income is $85,263, and the median owner-occupied home value is $246,400. The housing stock consists of 18,725 units, predominantly owner-occupied. These Census figures describe the broader residential and economic context of the ZIP code where the cafe is located.
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ELURA CAFE is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 3336 CRYSTAL VIEW BLVD. SUITE 130, Texas City, TX 77539 in Texas City, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $85K covering 2,078 sq ft. VIBHOR MEHROTRA is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on February 12, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elura Cafe open?
A Yelp listing updated in August 2026 lists operating hours for the business. The TDLR record confirms construction is complete.
What is the total square footage of the buildout?
The renovation/alteration project covers 2,078 sq ft of interior space within the Commons at Lago MAR Town Center in Texas City.
Who is the owner of record?
Vibhor Mehrotra is listed as the owner/developer of record for the Elura Cafe project in the TDLR filing.
When did the construction finish?
The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in August 2026, indicating that construction activities were completed by that time.
What is ELURA CAFE?
ELURA CAFE is a renovation/alteration project at 3336 CRYSTAL VIEW BLVD. SUITE 130 in Texas City, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: CAFETERIA INTERIOR BUILDOUT
Is ELURA CAFE open in Texas City?
Construction on ELURA CAFE is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Aug 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is ELURA CAFE located?
ELURA CAFE is located at 3336 CRYSTAL VIEW BLVD. SUITE 130, Texas City, TX, 77539, in Galveston County.
Who is the owner or developer of ELURA CAFE?
VIBHOR MEHROTRA is the property owner/developer of record for ELURA CAFE, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does ELURA CAFE cost and how big is it?
ELURA CAFE has an estimated construction value of $85K and approximately 2,078 square feet (about $41/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
CAFETERIA INTERIOR BUILDOUT
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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