Cute little diner. I had a breakfast taco and it was delicious. It had eggs, sausage, hash browns and cheese. The hash browns had a yummy crunch to them. The salsa was also fresh and delicious. You can tell it’s fresh not only from the taste but the chunks of peppers. Good size too. Great friendly service. It may not look like much but it’s clean and comfortable. I will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Larry Blatt
Love this old school cafe! Great food and servers are wonderful!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Lee
Cozy cafe just off Red River St. near campus with very friendly service and a traditional cafe menu. Last time I came, I tried their chicken fried steak which had a pretty thin tenderized steak but overall tasty. This time I had a medium rare New York steak and eggs. Thin steaks are always hard to get a good sear without overcooking, but I appreciated the attempt. I got hashbrowns extra crispy this time, and it was a bit greasy. Overall, solid though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Chris Chaney
Great value
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Luna Alexander
We stopped here on our way back to DFW from San Antonio. Everyone was pleasant and the food was fine. We wanted to go a few minutes up the road to check out the thrift stores nearby and our server told us that would be okay and we could leave one of our cars in the parking lot.
It was around 3pm and the sign inside said they closed at 4pm so we headed out in my car with plenty of time to spare. By the time we got back, around 4:05pm, all the cars in the lot were gone, including my girlfriend's which had been towed. 5 minutes after they closed.
After calling the next day, they now claim no server told us we could leave our car there and that they close at 3pm despite the sign inside the restaurant saying their new hours as of August 11 have them close at 4pm.
We know it was towed minutes before we showed back up because we saw it getting dropped off at the tow lot as we were pulling up to get it released.
So either: A) our car was towed FIVE MINUTES after close. or B) our car was towed an hour after close, which means it wasn't affecting business.
The only thing they could offer after calling a few times is a gift card to their restaurant that's 4 hours away from us. Do not ever park here, it's not worth risking the horribly predatory contract they have with the towing company that seems to tow people just for the love of the game and no actual practical reason.
EDIT: I can't seem to reply to the reply to this so I'll just further clarify here that the business is lying. I was told over the phone they have a contract with the towing company (a partnership) and that no trash pickup was happening the day the car was towed so there was no reason to tow the car.
Also to claim that our car was left there at 1 PM is frankly insane. We weren't even in Austin at 1 PM, let alone ready to leave the restaurant. We left at around 3 and returned around 4:05 (minutes after you closed according to the signs inside your restaurant). Obviously none of your servers are going to tell the truth, that one of them told us we could leave our car there for a bit, but at the very least you can check the cameras you kept claiming you have and see that the timeline your presenting is categorically false.
Gabriel Brown
Cafeteria food
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
gianella c.
before you go here, know you are better off parking in the street if you intend to keep your car even a millisecond after close there, unless you would like to shill out hundreds of dollars you don’t have to untow your car you are in the middle of road tripping home in. my friends and i made the horrible mistake of stopping and dining here and being PAID GUESTS who left our car a little past close. what we didn’t know is their policy on towing is that they are partnered with a tow company that will show up the minute they’re closed and tow any car in their lot, paying customer or not. they tried to argue on the phone they close at 3 per the google maps, even though we read a sign indoors saying the restaurants new hours were 4pm. either way, this restaurant and the tow company are a partnered duo of greed who probably share a cut of money per car towed which led them to do this to a PAYING CUSTOMER. my towing paper says it was towed for “management request” and my car was processed in the lot by 4:20. the towing company was 15 minutes from the restaurant. you do the math that they didn’t even give five minute before my car was whisked away. inconsiderate and greedy people with no sympathy. will never come back here again if i end up in austin.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Tate
Love this spot!
Brittny Monjaras
ORDER BREAKFAST ONLY! First few times I've come here where absolutely delectable, the price may be a little high but the food is amazing - that being breakfast. Today was the first time I ordered lunch and I'm disappointed to say it was unappetizing. We had a burger and a chicken plate and had to add seasoning and hot sauce to give it a taste. Not saying it was disgusting, there was a bug or it was moldy - just no taste whatsoever. Stick with breakfast, delicious, hot and fast, would recommend this place as a brunch spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ryan Sinclair
Cute place, classic diner feel with a touch of Austin. Great staff, good food, just a great little spot.
Typical greasy spoon, but the food was fantastic. Could use a remodel, but the waitress was on it, and the food was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Barry
The more I visit, the more I love this place. Something about the atmosphere reminds me of the down to earth vibe of pre 2010s restaurants and cafes. This place trades pretentiousness for a simple homy atmosphere. I'm immediately put at ease when I walk in the door. The wooden counter top and tables give the interior a more natural feel. This and the various green accents, like faux vine wall deepen this effect. The wait staff is very kind and friendly. The food is good. Not the most amazing in the world, not terrible either. I love the blueberry pancakes in particular. This place has become my new haven for a down to earth, simple cafe. I'll definitely be returning!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Sabrina K.
Typical American breakfast place. Pancakes were good. Coffee was diner grade. Atmosphere was top notch.
Cute little diner. I had a breakfast taco and it was delicious. It had eggs, sausage, hash browns and cheese. The hash browns had a yummy crunch to them. The salsa was also fresh and delicious. You can tell it’s fresh not only from the taste but the chunks of peppers. Good size too. Great friendly service. It may not look like much but it’s clean and comfortable. I will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this old school cafe! Great food and servers are wonderful!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cozy cafe just off Red River St. near campus with very friendly service and a traditional cafe menu. Last time I came, I tried their chicken fried steak which had a pretty thin tenderized steak but overall tasty. This time I had a medium rare New York steak and eggs. Thin steaks are always hard to get a good sear without overcooking, but I appreciated the attempt. I got hashbrowns extra crispy this time, and it was a bit greasy. Overall, solid though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great value
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
We stopped here on our way back to DFW from San Antonio. Everyone was pleasant and the food was fine. We wanted to go a few minutes up the road to check out the thrift stores nearby and our server told us that would be okay and we could leave one of our cars in the parking lot.
It was around 3pm and the sign inside said they closed at 4pm so we headed out in my car with plenty of time to spare. By the time we got back, around 4:05pm, all the cars in the lot were gone, including my girlfriend's which had been towed. 5 minutes after they closed.
After calling the next day, they now claim no server told us we could leave our car there and that they close at 3pm despite the sign inside the restaurant saying their new hours as of August 11 have them close at 4pm.
We know it was towed minutes before we showed back up because we saw it getting dropped off at the tow lot as we were pulling up to get it released.
So either:
A) our car was towed FIVE MINUTES after close.
or
B) our car was towed an hour after close, which means it wasn't affecting business.
The only thing they could offer after calling a few times is a gift card to their restaurant that's 4 hours away from us. Do not ever park here, it's not worth risking the horribly predatory contract they have with the towing company that seems to tow people just for the love of the game and no actual practical reason.
EDIT: I can't seem to reply to the reply to this so I'll just further clarify here that the business is lying. I was told over the phone they have a contract with the towing company (a partnership) and that no trash pickup was happening the day the car was towed so there was no reason to tow the car.
Also to claim that our car was left there at 1 PM is frankly insane. We weren't even in Austin at 1 PM, let alone ready to leave the restaurant. We left at around 3 and returned around 4:05 (minutes after you closed according to the signs inside your restaurant). Obviously none of your servers are going to tell the truth, that one of them told us we could leave our car there for a bit, but at the very least you can check the cameras you kept claiming you have and see that the timeline your presenting is categorically false.
Cafeteria food
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
before you go here, know you are better off parking in the street if you intend to keep your car even a millisecond after close there, unless you would like to shill out hundreds of dollars you don’t have to untow your car you are in the middle of road tripping home in. my friends and i made the horrible mistake of stopping and dining here and being PAID GUESTS who left our car a little past close. what we didn’t know is their policy on towing is that they are partnered with a tow company that will show up the minute they’re closed and tow any car in their lot, paying customer or not. they tried to argue on the phone they close at 3 per the google maps, even though we read a sign indoors saying the restaurants new hours were 4pm. either way, this restaurant and the tow company are a partnered duo of greed who probably share a cut of money per car towed which led them to do this to a PAYING CUSTOMER. my towing paper says it was towed for “management request” and my car was processed in the lot by 4:20. the towing company was 15 minutes from the restaurant. you do the math that they didn’t even give five minute before my car was whisked away. inconsiderate and greedy people with no sympathy. will never come back here again if i end up in austin.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Love this spot!
ORDER BREAKFAST ONLY!
First few times I've come here where absolutely delectable, the price may be a little high but the food is amazing - that being breakfast. Today was the first time I ordered lunch and I'm disappointed to say it was unappetizing. We had a burger and a chicken plate and had to add seasoning and hot sauce to give it a taste. Not saying it was disgusting, there was a bug or it was moldy - just no taste whatsoever. Stick with breakfast, delicious, hot and fast, would recommend this place as a brunch spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Cute place, classic diner feel with a touch of Austin. Great staff, good food, just a great little spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Typical greasy spoon, but the food was fantastic. Could use a remodel, but the waitress was on it, and the food was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The more I visit, the more I love this place. Something about the atmosphere reminds me of the down to earth vibe of pre 2010s restaurants and cafes. This place trades pretentiousness for a simple homy atmosphere. I'm immediately put at ease when I walk in the door. The wooden counter top and tables give the interior a more natural feel. This and the various green accents, like faux vine wall deepen this effect. The wait staff is very kind and friendly. The food is good. Not the most amazing in the world, not terrible either. I love the blueberry pancakes in particular. This place has become my new haven for a down to earth, simple cafe. I'll definitely be returning!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Typical American breakfast place. Pancakes were good. Coffee was diner grade. Atmosphere was top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The food was a little bland for the price
Delicious breakfast
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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