Golden Hour Cafe & Wine Bar

The food was good, but the service was not. The cashier was very rude and showed zero customer service—he clearly seemed annoyed. They should have someone more friendly at the front, someone who makes customers feel welcome.

I ordered an orange juice and was served only half a glass, while the table next to me had the same juice and their glass was full.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 1

This place is a South Austin gem. It’s thoughtfully tucked into an apartment complex, so you might miss it if you’re just driving by, but once you find it, you realize how special it is and why you see so many regulars in here. There’s an old-school Austin spirit, but it still feels completely modern and elevated in quality and taste.

I love sitting at the bar and writing. Everyone who works here is really cool and thoughtful, and the owners are truly good people. It kinda has a modern Cheers energy with creatives, business people, and apartment locals all crossing paths and talking to each other.

At night, the vibe shifts into a romantic spot for dinner and natural wine. It’s hard to find places that do all of this so well, especially in South Austin so I feel really lucky to have this spot in the neighborhood.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Extremely slow service. The person at the register didn’t smile or greeted me, didn’t know notes of their decaf. It took about 15-20 minutes to get my pour over, when usual pour over time is 3-5 minutes depending on the filter. The barista prioritizes other clients (non white). My pour over was cold and I asked in to go up and was served in a ceramic cup. Avoid if you are white. Surprised that people hire employees like this.

Don’t write reviews very often, cute place but the service here is the worst I have experienced in a VERY long time. The place was empty with no line and the person with double lip piercings was completely Indifferent, not helpful, took orders and then just sat around not pulling the coffee together and when did work them, completely got them wrong. The price of the drinks and food is far too high for the awful service. Unfortunately will not be coming back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 1

Tucked away family owned. Wine bar at night. Nice environment and good service. Drinks are excellent!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

This is a gem in South Austin. Food and drink is really elevated and everything i’ve gotten here has been really delicious. If you are looking for a great experience for breakfast, brunch or lunch, it never misses. (I need to go for dinner, just haven’t yet!)

My favorite is the breakfast burrito and adding bacon and avocado but it’s just as good without. All of their coffees are very well made. Also, love coming here for afternoon/evening snacks with a glass of wine; you’ll love their wine selection and you can take a few bottles home too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Let me tell you, that was one of the best breakfast burritos I’ve ever had! And the bacon egg and cheese biscuit was fluffy and light! Delicious food! Cold brew did the job, nothing really special about that part, but still delicious. It is rather expensive for what it is, but I’d say it was worth it.

Nice place, baristas are very friendly and make good coffee+ the latte art is top notch

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Omg the BURRITOS 😱🤤 so good!!! Wow! There is a sauce in there like … dang! So delicious!
We usually take one special latte for the both of us - the current one with ginger miso foam is just OUT OF THIS WORLD!! 😲
Amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

I just had the worst breakfast sandwich of my life. It was made right in front of me and within 3 minutes of receiving it and opening to eat, it was cold. The bacon, the eggs, cheese wasnt melted. Something was runny on it. Couldn't tell if it was the eggs or some sort of sauce on it. Ive never eaten a freshly made sandwich that was cold after 3 minutes. Wild.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 4

We’ve been coming here since it opened and used to enjoy the drinks and food. However, we have been disappointed the last few times.

There’s always a lingering smell inside and every time we go all of our clothes will retain the smell. They need better ventilation in their cooking area which is right in the open by the cafe.

Today I went for brunch and ordered a mimosa. The mimosa was $13 and it was the smallest pour I’ve ever seen, with it being mostly orange juice. Before I drank any, I took a picture and asked the staff if this was the correct amount and they said it’s a 6oz pour. This doesn’t look like a 6oz pour, much less 6oz of wine. They dismissed my question pretty easily.

The prices are too high for the small portions. A similar thing can be seen in their matcha. While I enjoy the drinks, it’s one of the most expensive in town but one of the smallest. We really wanted to continue loving this place but the value is not there.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 1

The barista designing the recipes is a flavor genius. We tried his summer seasonal latte, the Plantain Tropicana & it was breathtaking... you won't find something like that anywhere else. We will be rushing back for his fall seasonal drink, and every drink after. The coffee shop itself is so modern and beautiful, a perfect work environment. Hidden Austin Gem.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Solid spot. Went on a Sunday morning, and there were only two other tables in use. In total, 8 two seaters and 1 eight person high top. Cappuccino was good, nothing special. Coffee cake was very buttery and tasty. Prices are reasonable. Music was lowkey and quiet.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I ate eggs and bacon with the toast!!!
Terrific!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good cappuccino

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5