50 Best Cafes in Austin

“Stop in for a Pastrami breakfast sandwich, it’s 🔥 amazing!“

“Visited Austin for a few days and looked up a brunch spot to hit up… the name caught my attention and it did not disappoint! The kimchi hash was phenomenal! And you can never go wrong w a smoked salmon bagel! We will definitely be back when in the area! Staff was attentive, nice and the atmosphere was great! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great ice cream and great service“

“Visited Magnolia Cafe in Austin, TX last weekend! Loved the warm atmosphere and the breakfast was great!“

“I was in court down the street and stopped by this place during lunch break to eat. Its PERFECT if you have business at the courthouse and have to get a quick bite to eat. The quesadillas were perfect. Wait time around 1230 wasnt too long either.“

“Lived in Austin all my life and never visited here once, I happen to get reminded that this library was here by google maps. Decided to immediately visit here the following weekend and was not disappointed. Absolutely insane building. Took my kid to the second flood, has a center atrium and there are 2 sides; one for children and one for teens. If you have kids there’s a lot for them to do. There are computers to use, toys they can play with, and the books of course. Even outside seating if you want fresh air either on the top floor or any of the outside porches. A ton a seating areas and every floor with plenty of places to charge or plug in devices. Cafe Cream on the first floor if you need a beverage. There’s a dedicated area just to play board games. Again, insane library. The only thing I can complain about is you have to pay to park in the parking garage, which is expected for the downtown area but wish it wasn’t so.“

“Pretty good milk tea .I like iced mango milk tea and brown sugar milk tea.“

“Love the fish tacos and the friendly staff. also, to sit outside in December was dreamy!“

“Love Bouldin Creek Cafe! They have so many great vegetarian options, which we really appreciate. The stir fry was delicious, and the hummus sandwich with sprouts was excellent. We went back after two years, and it was still a great experience. We got desserts to go which were wonderful too. Just one hiccup, we felt the veggie burger this time was on the dry side and less flavorful, but overall we really enjoyed our meal and will definitely be back.“

“Best coffee in Austin! We were stoked with our flat whites and extra shot caps. And vegemite toast!! I love BBQ but sometimes you just need that little taste of home. What more could an Aussie and Austin ask for?“

“Perfect neighborhood spot for an after school treat 🍨“

“Service is friendly and professional, and the menu items are tasty and well prepared. Business is usually bustling on Sundays when I go there, and it can be a little crowded, so when I'm impatient to wait for a table, I usually call in my order and can pick it up in about 10 to 15 minutes.“

“I will be completely honest— I was originally extremely skeptical of this place. I’ve noticed a trend in Austin recently where private, for-profit ventures have been co-opting naming conventions commonly used for public space/community ownership/places for people to gather that don’t require spending money (like community garden, assembly hall, public goods, etc). But I really think they’re doing the best they can to foster a sense of community. They do a lot of programming that is free and accessible, like doodling nights. The space, both indoor and outdoor, is really beautiful. I sometimes come on the weekends to read in the morning and there are always at least 3 or 4 other people doing the same thing. The no laptop policy after 5 is awesome in my opinion. In the past few years, Austin coffee shops have become a cacophony of people taking work calls which is infuriating, inconsiderate, and distracting. It’s amazing that this place offers a respite from devices. And I haven’t tried the evening menu but am excited to!

To the person who complained about parking— unless you want community garden to tear down another local business and build a parking lot, the best option is probably for people to park using the ample street parking (which is public). I live in a neighborhood next to a bunch medical offices and people are constantly parking in front of my house, but the reality is that I am not any more entitled to that public space than someone else just because it’s in front of my house. Austin is growing and ideas/the culture around entitlement to parking spaces need to change“

“Amazing coffee and pastries… The owner was lovely!“

“This is my go-to place when meeting with friends or wanting a healthy bite. The food is always fresh and well-portioned and the staff always quick and helpful. I also love how involved the owners are in the community. They are huge supporters of our schools and area businesses and are an asset beyond their yummy dishes.“

“Great food and service at Kerby Lane! I took my daughter and grandkids out for breakfast. We were able to order our favorite ham and cheese omelette! The waitress was super friendly and went above and beyond to get exactly what we wanted in a timely manner.“

“Placed a special order for a Valentine's cake that is probably the best chocolate cake I've ever had in my life - their bakery is fantastic! The cake did arrive a day after I thought I'd requested it for so this could've been my mistake. The delivery fee also seemed a little high BUT the cake made it absolutely worth it. So so yummy, highly recommend.

We also have Patika come to our office once a month for taco catering. We consistently have 300+ people that love their tacos and eat them every month. No complaints for the tacos, bagels, or any other baked goods they make - it's all delicious!“

“Amazing customer service by the bike shop mechanic! Above and beyond to ensure I left happy! They have earned my business for all bike needs going forward. Highly recommended!“

“me encanta el producto las barritas de limón el licuado riquísimos preparados por Reyna benitez“

“Wow! What a cool hotel! AND noon checkout?!!! Sweet! I’ll be back!“

“Eberley made the absolute best Iced Bennu with pecan flavor. I asked her what the most popular iced coffee is and voila. WOW. I am making this my new meeting spot with friends - your 2001 East MLK location. Stay great and see you all soon! PS: I am a coffee snob and when I tell you this iced coffee was amazing, well, it was (smile). Great way to kickstart the day.“

“This place is another delishhh spot�“

“great place with great employees“

“Best Coffee Shop in the World! Hands( and horns!) Down! GREAT HOUSE BLEND! I have it shipped to New Mexico! And the Coffeeshop is the BEST in the World! 🤔PLEASE don't TELL anyone! I do NOT want it to get too crowded! 😎😅💞✊“

“I’m not a fan of the way they asking you for tips. Only 18% 20% 22% and custom option on the screen to enforce you give some tips. Giving you pressure to not press CUSTOM button. You need to order a coffee while standing in the line, take the drink by yourself and return the cup by yourself. Then what’s the tips for? I prefer to go to Starbucks than visiting small business asking for tips like this. Drinks are okay. BTW no free parking.“

“We went for lunch. This place was awesome, it had a very nice atmosphere and the girls attending were kind. The food was also very tasty as well as their lattes, we had their Texas Wagyu Hot Dog and Corned Beef Sandwich, the corned beef sandwich has a strong pickled flavor and spicy (or you can skip the jalapeños) so if you like that I’ll definitely recommend trying it. They also give you a great amount of fries that we couldn’t even finish them but not a problem at all!
They have plenty options of seating, inside with the tables, bar, counter and booth. Outside they have tables and high stools.“

“they have really good donuts. my co workers loved them. now I have to do donut runs every 2 weeks.“

“Literally my favorite food in Austin. Always fresh, healthy, delicious, and the baristas are all excellent--perfect espresso drinks, great music, and most important of all the music is 🔥🔥🔥
Someone behind the counter made a joke about the movie Flubber, 10/10 would recommend“

“I ordered the Chicken Bacon Ranch sandwich and it was delicious! I’ve had their chicken quesadilla which was really yummy as well.

I like that they use focaccia bread, it takes the flavor to another level. The chicken slices are on the thin side for the price, but that makes it easier to eat and enjoy with the bacon and additions (lettuce, tomatoes and onions), it’s more like a panini sandwich since it’s all grilled.

Very tasty, highly recommended!“

“I can’t place the exact flavor profile but the Somang Latte is DELICIOUS and not overly sweet. It’s got a specific taste I just can’t put my finger on (making this review less than helpful, ha) but I think about it a lot, it is so good. This little coffee shop tucked inside Hana market right when you walk in is a gem.“

“Awesome place great atmosphere and really nice customer service“

“Mary's Cafe is one of those little gems that makes Austin feel like Austin. It's quirky aesthetics are brought to life by a lively and fun crew working hard to make sure their customers leave with a smile. I left with a smile, a full belly, and some how hungry for more!!
I had a vanilla iced latte. It tasted like coffee, with hints of vanilla and cream. Which is more than you ask for from most places. It was moderately priced and a good size for the large. It was definitely above average for a nice latte. In a city filled with banana foam lattes it's nice to get a well done basic vanilla latte.
I ordered the pumpkin waffle, a season menu item. It was simply delightful. It had an almost caramelized crunch on the corners. The inside was fluffy and the pumpkin flavor was mild to moderate. If you love a flavor punch in the face this isn't your bag of beans but I'll get to that in a minute. This dish was all about the medley of fall flavors. The way the pumpkin, cinnamon sugar, and sweet cream cheese came together felt like a warm hug. It reminds me of coming in from a hard day playing in the snow to get a cuppa hot cocoa and nice piece of cinnamon toast from your mom.
Now, for you punch-to-the-face flavor lovers I also got the Pimento Cheese Chicken Panini. It was saucy and smoky with a vibrant kick from the pickled onion.
The pricing here is bang-on and very fair. If anything It's a little cheap for what you get flavor wise. It's an affordable cafe with perfect portion sizes for a good lunch that won't leave you feeling gross and may even have a snack for later. Both dishes were big enough for one meal I shared with my husband.“

“Austin has lost the art of quaint cosy coffee shops. Flightpath has not!! I kid you not I drove around to 5 different coffee shops all within the same area (Hyde park-ish) hoping to find a quiet coffee shop where I could SIT (crazy to think coffee shops have very limited sitting) and do some work. Most were either crazy loud, had no outlets, or had uncomfortable seating. Flightpath is doing it RIGHT in every single department. I was so thankful when I walked in and was able to quickly find seating, no line to get coffee, and found easy access to an outlet. Thank you so much Flightpath, you’ve gained a customer for life! My ONLY complaint is the parking situation, it’s very limited.“

“Amazing spot. The vibe works with any style, chill, stylish, whatever you're into. Quite enough for a good work space. I’ve been here four times while in town, and it never disappoints. The Mexican mocha latte is next-level, and both the latte and espresso are just as impressive.“

“One of the most Impressive coffee shops I’ve been too. Mostly that they have a line 20-30 deep and I have a coffee in hand in less than 10 min - and it’s a beautifully balanced latte. Don’t over steam the milk. They have mastered the espresso / coffee making experience in a super busy environment. Don’t let the long line discourage the visit.“

“I came into this place for the first time today, and rather than being forced to walk away when their payment system was having difficulties, I was given my drink on the house! I forgot to get the worker’s name unfortunately, some very nice curly-haired man, but the whole experience was very professional and pleasant. My drink (an iced chai) was delicious and the atmosphere in the store was clean and quiet. But above and beyond for the customer service!! I’ll definitely be back to try a crepe next time 🍽️“

“This place was excellent! I had a boozy salted caramel Iced coffee that was amazing.The cinnamon roll french toast was delicious with fresh fruit and an ooey gooey drizzle. The Floridian omelette was rich and full of flavor. The grits were so creamy, I requested some cheese on top but it honestly didn't need any. the Bacqueza Omelette was savory and smokey with just enough spice and creaminess from the cream cheese. Our server Isaiah was polite and provided us great service. The only issue we had was how rude and uninterested the hostess was.“

“The Strawberry matcha latte, cold brew slushy, banana pudding matcha latte, and cereal milk latte were sooo good. The line was long but went by fast. Pricing for these drinks were on the higher end since we subbed regular milk for alternative options. Would come back again!“

“Thank you for being the only place open during the ice storm!! It felt cozy & warm and gave me a feeling of normalcy during this crazy time. ❤️“

“My daughter started working here and I had to visit during lunch for a take-out order:

*Chicken salad sandwich with chips and fresh firey red salsa!

From zilker elem to ut grad school...texas french bread has been there for us...now she and the TFB Team are there for you!“

“Promptly seated, food was quickly prepped and turned out delicious, and some of the staff have these nice little quirks and personal touches to their work. Would be happy to eat here again!“

“Good food, drinks and great service!“

“I love eating at Kerbey Lane during my visits to Austin. My favorite dish is the Migas with the queso sauce and a side of pancakes. This pairing satisfies my need for something salty and sweet for breakfast. I feel that you won't be disappointed with whichever dish you choose. I strongly recommend this restaurant for solo dining or group gatherings.“

“What an amazing place that we always enjoy. The food is 5-Star and we were lucky to catch the Founder-Johnny Nicholas. We be Rollin’ and Tumblin’ Friday night!“

“I enjoy so much our weekday brunch, I came with a bunch of friends. The service was great and food was delicious. We will come back soon! Thank you so much Red River Cafe for your fast and friendly service.“

“I love Gabriel’s! Everything on the menu is excellent! Wonderful and professional wait staff!! Oscar is the best; so helpful and thoughtful! Thank you so much for taking such good care of us!“

“I love 34th St Cafe! It is the perfect spot for lunch with friends, or date-night intimate dinner. Such a great selection of salads, burgers, sandwiches and fine dining like salmon and risotto. Love all their food and am a die-hard fan of their coconut cake any time of the day or night!!! Excellent customer service and consistently delicious food!“

“The food at The Dive is always outstanding!! Check out their breakfast tacos and Thursday night specials. My family always asks for food from the Dive!“

“This place had the 1st real Italian food, me and my wife have had since we moved from New York 5 months ago everything was delicious. We'll be back Perry and Wendy Rosen“

“My wife and I had a wonderful lunch experience here on a relaxing Friday afternoon. The burgers were fantastic, the potato salad and tomato soup excellent, and the iced tea refreshing. They have really nice outside seating that is shaded, coupled with a very nice indoor space. If you are in River Place or nearby, this place is a great lunch option. Their prices cannot be beat, and the lady who took our order and made our food was very helpful and kind.“