In town for the Thanksgiving holiday and this spot was a morning ritual. Reliably made my London Fog perfectly, and that's no small feat. Not too hot, not too sweet. Perfection! read more

Wow. Amazing location, amazing service. Love the refills option. The high chairs are my fave. read more

Sooooooo Good!! Open 24 hrs with the FRIENDLIEST staff and pretty good coffee!! Definitely a go to study space, so it can be crowded, especially late at night. They also have pizza and specialty mochas!! read more

Bennu Coffee - Latte circa 1AM - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place is the closest coffee place to my daughter's new middle school. I ordered an ice latter and it was pretty decent. It's not as good as the place I normally frequent for coffee, but it's much better than Starbucks. I could get used to going here whenever I have to drop off my daughter to her middle school. read more

GREAT story about Bennu- once I was working late on a programming homework and I ordered "the Raven" (specialty drink with dark chocolate I think), the caffeine wave hit so hard that my eyes felt like they were coming out of my head. I was able to finish my assignment no problem. Don't get me wrong it was delicious and I would order it again. Best selection of specialty drinks in Austin. Their italian soda is pretty good if you like sweet. Great study/ work atmosphere. Lots of office chairs as seating and outlets. The lights are dim most of the time so it stays dark. music selection is pretty good, food is eh read more

Bennu Coffee - Studying - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I got an Iced Vanilla Latte here and it was tasty! It wasn't as creamy as some other places I've been too, and the espresso is stronger (I can literally feel myself getting caffeinated). There's also a LOT of tables, which is a plus for study spaces, but even though this place is 24 hours, the shop isn't well lit so it's pretty dark after sunset. There wasn't much of a coffee shop vibe either. I'd come again during the day to study and try some more of the coffees. read more

Bennu Coffee - Iced Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was very impressed with this coffee shop. Very friendly staff, creative menu, beautiful space. They had a lot of food options and seating areas. I saw a lot of students studying or others doing work on their laptops. The outdoor area was spacious and well decorated. I ordered the Pride & Prejudice with Almond Milk, and my husband got a Cold Brew. They are open 24/7! Definitely give it a try, or swing by to get some work done. Very awesome establishment! read more

Bennu Coffee - Having coffee with my husband - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Easy-listening music. Cool vibe. Quality drinks. Great place to study and hang out. Quintessentially, everything Austin is here at Bennu Coffee. Quirky paintings adorn the walls of this delicately, relaxed coffee shop. Witty writings accompany each patron as they use the restroom. Folk music plays in the background as customers study, talk amongst each other, and simply drink coffee. If you want to go to a place that is charming, I would recommend Bennu Coffee. Try the chai tea or The Great Gatsby. You won't regret it. read more

Bennu Coffee - The Great Gatsby drink. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Bennu Coffee was not on my radar until I stopped by the "You're My Butter Half" Mural for a photo op with the hubs and saw it across the street. I'm a local, but I bet this place gets tons of tourist foot traffic simply from being near that mural. This is my type of coffee shop, in terms of atmosphere. I love the local art on the walls as well as the mismatched and worn tables and chairs--it gives the place a bohemian vibe. I'd rather have well-worn, cozy chairs at a coffeeshop than ultra-modern furniture made of some sort of expensive teakwood and industrial-style metal that hurts my butt after 15 minutes. The place is pleasantly more spacious on the inside than it looks on the outside, which is great because so many coffeehouses these days are cramped. I saw lots of folks on their laptops. Coffeewise, I will have to come back and try their coffee black or maybe order a simple latte to determine how much I like it. This place specializes in mochas (they have 7 different types!), so I felt like that's what I needed to order. I ordered the Raven, their most popular drink, since I'm a dark chocolate junkie. However, I forgot that I can't handle the sweetness of mochas like I used to, and I couldn't finish it. I recommend the mochas only if you have a serious sweet tooth. That said, I thought it was super clever that all their mochas have literary names (e.g., Pride & Prejudice, Don Quixote, Great Gatsby, etc.) I want to come back and try the French press, a cappuccino, or chai. read more

Great coffee shop! They do not mind answering questions we had about the items. The pineapple smoothie I had tasted like Dole Whip and the iced mocha my friend had said it was delicious. Clean area and free wifi, welcoming environment in general. read more

Bennu Coffee - Teenagers - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Friendly service and drinks more than sufficed. Interior was comfortable and welcoming. Loved the baristas t-shirt .

Bennu Coffee serves up some delicious coffee and pastries, as well as having plenty of study/sitting space for the social and college studying life! Iced coffee is always my favorite, and this place does it right (better than Starbucks for sure). I like how this place is relatively close to campus (even though I live in West Campus), and it's 24/7 (for all you night owl's out there...). The atmosphere is nice and homey, which helps to create a calm atmosphere for studying and socializing. Now, I know a main concern about places like these is a lovely necessity called "power plugs". I can definitely say that there is plenty to go around to plug in all your electronic needs. They have cords you can pull from the ceiling, in the walls, extension cords and other accessible power plugs overall. So, you never have to worry about not having enough for your friends and family read more

This coffee shop has anything you could really want. There's ample space inside, a fairly large parking lot and lots of good food and drink options. Admittedly, I haven't had more than a cup of coffee here, but their pizza and tacos always look great. I really like how relaxed and at home I feel when I'm sitting for hours here. Wireless is pretty good and the waitstaff is really friendly. Just remember to bring cash, because, like most places, there is a $5 minimum. Oh and if I was a college student, I'd be all over this "open 24 hour" business. read more

Bennu Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Homey feels with tasteful art, snacks and of course, coffee. I'll come here usually only when I need to study and get out of the house. It's great because here, there is the furniture and feels of home but without the distractions. The last time I was here was 4/25/17. It was hot outside. So of course I ordered the Iced Bennu- with easy ice. I usually order all of my drinks easy ice so that it dilutes the drink less over time. There is a great balance of sweetness and coffee. The reason why this isn't a five star for me is because I don't get the feeling that it is AMAZING. It's close but not there yet. read more

Bennu Coffee - Iced Bennu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I love the ambiance of this place. The prices can't be beat!! It's only 1.25 for a bagel and large coffees are $2. The WiFi is free and the also have outdoor seating. read more

Bennu Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I visited this establishment at around 8:00pm on a Sunday night, and it was packed with students studying. Though it was packed the ambiance inside it pretty quite around this time. My study group and I had to resort to going outside on the patio, and it was very nice! Keep in mind smoking is allowed outside on the patio. I ordered the Pride and Prejudice, hot. If you like sweet drinks I definitely recommend this one! Overall great place, would visit again. Maybe on a day less packed. read more

My first experience was borderline terrible, but it had a LOT of potential to give it another chance, AND, give it 4 stars. First off, the barista was a total bitch. She acted like we were wasting her time, the longer we took to order for THREE people. No mercy for the first-timers with a selection of 8 different coffees that I'd never heard of. Extremely rude to us, and treated us like we couldn't hear. On top of that, both french presses she made us didn't strain the coffee properly, giving us cups full of coffee grounds. That will be the last time we order a french press there. On the flip side, this place is gorgeous! Very spacious, well-lit, comfy chairs with nice big round tables for you and your friends, along with some couches. Outlets hang down from the ceiling so you can plug in your laptops. The had good pastries too! read more

Good vibe here. The seats suck though, and during summer is uncomfortably hot. I usually end up having to leave after about an hour or two of being here due to sweating so much. The staff is great; they are always asking how things are going and genuinely seem to care. I'm a skeptic of believing that people are nice for no reason and assumed that it was for tips only, but after coming here off and on for almost a year I believe they are nice for the sake of being nice. The coffee is affordable, and the food is pretty tasty. Pizza / sandwiches / wraps / muffins / tacos / pastries / etc. The pizza is hit or miss, but usually pretty tasty. I like getting the Oliver Twist. If you are like me, and have no clue about different types of coffee, the staff is great for giving suggestions. They also have teas that are not on the menu. Just look on the counter when you head up to order. Also, refills are available on some coffees and teas for a small charge. It's 24 hours. This alone makes the place 4 stars. I really, really, love coming here late at night. I am having to try hard and not drawbridge. Internally I'm screaming "stay away!!!" Cons: (sorta) You are charged a fee if you do not purchase the min $5 for debit/credit cards. Not really a con to me, but some might be annoyed. Seating - Not many people are moving here. If you get here early enough, you should be good. Please remember to share tables. Nothing is more irritating than seeing the one guy taking up a table meant for 5 people. Smoking - I am not a fan of sitting outside because people like to smoke there. It's outside, and well I'll get over it, but you may not. Fair warning. Parking - I usually just walk here, but the lot is pretty small. It's also good indicator of how full the place is going to be. If every spot is taken, then go somewhere else; it's full. I'm not listing Pros because A. I'm lazy and B. everything besides the Cons is pretty on point and worthy of being a Pro. read more

Very good mochas! Got the Pride and Prejudice with ice and it's by far the best mocha I've ever had. Not a huge fan of mochas but since it's a house speciality, I guess I had to try it. And indeed, no regrets. Favorite part was when I drank all the liquid and all that was left was ice lathered in creamy homemade whip cream. The ice was like the sonic so that was exciting. They also had an alright selection of snacks so if one gets hungry, there are options. Also, the staff is friendly and turnover rate is quick. The atmosphere of the place is more of a studying place. Lots of college students busy with school work. Plugs are everywhere. Dim lights. There's some conversations in the background but not too much of a distraction. Music is soft. If you need a coffee place around campus to study at, I highly recommend this place. However, seems to be a popular place so you might have a difficultly finding a seat at first. We had to share a table then moved to the counter. Oh, seats are the comfiest. read more

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Visiting Austin Texas from Reno Nevada and was very impressed with bennu coffee! Everyone told me to try breakfast tacos while in Texas, and bennu had some good ones! I also enjoyed my "Oliver twist" coffee. Delicious and a good vibe. read more

Really loved the oatmilk iced latte! Love the outdoor patio area as well. They had a lot of really interesting flavors and some seemingly really sugary choices, but something for everyone! My friend got the matcha latte and liked it too. read more

The coffee here is amazing! My friends and I stopped by after taking multiple pictures at the "You're my Butter Half" mural across the street. The place is big and spacious in addition to the great coffee choices. The staff took interest that we were in town for a bachelorette party and gave our bride-to-be a free iced coffee bennu as a congratulatory gift! The female cashier was really friendly, sweet, and patient as we bombarded her with questions on the different options. Overall, I would recommend this place for those who want a quick treat and great iced coffee. read more

I've been here a few times now as per the suggestion of others and haven't seen much improvement; parking is hairy, every single time the staff is rude, there isn't a place to sit because so many students are camped out, and my latte is burnt. If you're looking for a quiet place to work or have a meeting with some decently made coffee, this unfortunately isn't it! read more

This is the place to go if you are looking for a place to do long hour studying/work. It's definitely an ideal study spot for college students. Bennu is opened 24/7, has a lot of outlets and tables, and even offers printing service. There is a variety of food and drinks you can choose from the menu. I heard mochas are great here. I tried out a slice of pepperoni pizza, and it was delicious! Parking lot is pretty huge compared to other East Austin coffeeshops. I didn't really like how the ceilings are low and the place overall is dark. Also, the place doesn't seem that tidy and clean. A dead fly from the ceiling just fell on my plate - it was really gross. The floor seems to be pretty dirty as well. Other than the cleanliness, Bennu is an ideal place for long hour studying/work. Don't forget to check out the infamous You're My Butter Half wall across the street! read more

This is a great and reliable cafe. With 24-7 hours, it's always open, which is easy. Also, the space is large with lots of seating and comfortable chairs. The WiFi works well and they have a large drink menu with lots of options if you're dairy free or have any allergies. They also have some prepackaged food options. Very casual, artsy vibe! I am a big fan! read more

Today's first visit to the MLK location was on a Saturday afternoon & certainly tea time was definitely in order before jumping into an oasis of children at the nearby Thinkery. Weather definitely called for a nice hot drink. Parking is pretty tight, so compact car parking preferably. Plenty of bicycle parking though. I ordered a London Fog, hubby ordered the house Bennu dark roast, and my son ordered the Arnold Palmer. The Palmer was pretty tart so I wouldn't recommend it unless you prefer it that way. My London Fog was good; tea leaves were a loose leaf variety. Husband said coffee was strong but not bitter which I suppose is a PASS in our book. It's labyrinth-like inside; dimly lit corners, and a fully packed cafe with students plugged in to extension cords hanging down from the ceiling. It's walk-up & order style of service, very much the same as a Starbucks operation. Some snacks, pastry, or cookies read more

There was no parking in the lot so I left my blinkers on and ran inside grabbing a tea to go. Not only was I accosted but someone in line, but the cashier was incredibly rude and disgruntled. Then she added water to my drinks to water them down. I'll take my business elsewhere! read more

You want great coffee? Go to Bennu's You want iced coffee? Get the Iced Bennu You want a mocha? Try their specialties You want a seat to study? Be prepared to wait If you want to study, it might be hard to find a seat, or at least a good one to settle down and study for that test. Parking may be difficult, but street parking is available, just have to walk a little. But both the parking and finding a seat issue is a testament to Bennu's popularity, so no true qualms here! My favorite is the Iced Bennu, which is cold-brewed and very sweet, but strong. It actually got me into cold-brewing, which produces 67% less acid than traditional hot brewing. Bennu's is the place to go to try their gourmet mocha. And I think it's creative that they name them based on various famous literature, Moby Dick for white chocolate or The Raven for dark chocolate or Don Quixote for Mexican spiced chocolate/spices. read more

This is such a great spot -24/7- for iced coffee, hot chocolate, internet, pizza, tacos, sweets, and respectfully communing with fellow students or professionals. I also feel very at home in this kind of scene (cafe meets retro dive) AND Bennu supports local artists; they rotate the wall displays regularly showcasing various artists works. This is the ONLY place in town with this much heart!! read more

Bennu is undoubtedly my favorite coffee spot in all of existence. This is one of the many small independent coffee shops dotted across Austin (and frankly we need more of these places outside of Austin). It's full of cozy couches, tables, and even long desk-like tables for hanging, chilling, and of course studying. Whenever I needed to pull a string of all-nighters to finish my college papers and theses, this was the perfect place to go. The Wi-Fi is free, the ambiance is great, and it's open 24 hours! And the menu is wonderful. I can appreciate the delicious cold and hot coffee options as well as their clever, literary names. There is also an assortment of foods including Torchy's breakfast tacos for anyone who wants more than coffee too. I especially love the moderate and affordable prices, which are perfect for the studious customer who plans to spend all night there. I recommend the Moby Dick for the newcomer, or perhaps a Charles Dickens. The only downside to Bennu is that it's probably TOO popular. If it's near semester finals for college students, don't expect to find a place to bunker down until after 1am. If you go any earlier than that expect the tiny parking lot to be as full as Bennu itself. But I can't fault my rating of Bennu for something like that, can I? Of course not. So in the end I would recommend Bennu to anyone looking for a cozy place to spend long bouts of time studying, hanging out, or just existing. The coffee is tasty, the ambiance the epitome of independent Austin, and the prices easy on almost every wallet. I only wish there was a Bennu in the Dallas area (or any non-Austin area I happen to find myself). read more

Bennu Coffee - Featuring a Great Gastby, served hot. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

5 stars for the atmosphere. It is what you'd expect, a dimly lit, cozy location full of power outlets and old, comfy couches. Local Austin bands play on the speakers, and there's a well-lit bar if you'd rather a brighter atmosphere. 2 stars for the cappuccino. It was like milked coffee with a dollop of foam on top--far from the micro-foam smoothness, iconic of a good cappuccino. Admittedly, most of my recent cappuccinos in Austin have been like this; I'm not sure if it's a trend now to steam the milk hard at the top and spoon the overdone milk bubbles over as a finisher, but I hope it dies. 5 stars for the breve latte. This contrasted so much with the cappuccino. I'd recommend this if you're looking for a good micro-foam. read more

Bennu is a 24hr coffee shop. Dim lighting. Old eclectic furniture - variety of chairs, couches, bar stools. Chill, relaxed vibe. Friendly service. Standard hot/cold coffee options available along with specialty drinks. Vegan and gluten-free pastries. Great iced coffee - small (16 oz.) for $2.75 with the option for refills. Uses crushed ice. If you order for here, they put it in a glass. Took my refill to-go. Great atmosphere. Good quality for fair prices. Definitely would return for my coffee fix. read more

Bennu Coffee - Service counter/bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

open 24/7, wow! Staff was very friendly and helpful- I ordered a cappucino and a migas taco and it was a solid way to start my day. I didn't get the flavored mochas or anything, but they sounded delicious! Free wifi and charging stations made this place seem like a default coffeeshop for the area. would recommend for a charge-up of java or your phone read more

Been here a few times in the past few months and everything about it is mediocre. The staff is always hit or miss on friendliness. Very convenient in the fact that it is open 24 hours so if you aren't super into coffee then it's not a bad choice for a go to spot. Lots and lots of options, I don't know that I have ever seen a coffee shops with so many options whether food, coffee drinks, non coffee drinks, etc. Definitely unique but can be a bit overwhelming for sure. Did a coffee tour around Austin a few months back with some friends and gave them a 5/10 rating after trying a latte, capp, cortado, and a shot. Not super clean and don't count on the printer working because it's usually out of order even though it is a great concept. If you are in at night count on their being at least a couple homeless people in the shop. Parking is free which is nice but I personally have witnessed a couple of accidents due to the size of the lot. read more

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Great coffee, great midnight baristas, great music they hand select like their beans, great vibe 24 hours a day. Buy a $50 gift card and save them 30 cents on your $3 credit card transaction. Drink and reload. read more

The coffee at Bennu is just ok. Honestly other than their "specialty" mochas I would give the coffee a 2 star rating. The mochas have some nice creativity and unique flavors that balance out the mediocre coffee. The main thing that brings Bennu up, however, is the environment and setup of the space. This is a place for college students to study. You walk in any time of day and you are immediately reminded of this. They have tried to cram as many seats in as possible while still not feeling completely overcrowded (it does feel crowded most nights I go but not horific). They keep the temperature a little too cool - probably keeps the coffee flowing and also helps people concentrate/not sleep at 3 am. It really is one of the better places around Austin for a extremely late night study/working session. Also note: they have power outlets all over! But do be weary, the seats are beat up with abuse and are not preemptively replaced. Not that they are unsafe, but they are old and not super comfortable. The parking lot is kinda a mess, which is typical for Austin, but the neighborhoods in the area have quite a bit of parking and are generally filled with students so generally reasonably safe to walk from your car even late at night. Last plus is that they serve food that is brought in from places including pizza slices that they will heat up. There are some decent baked goodies, including vegan and gluten free options. Overall Bennu is a great place to study or work, and I can stomach a mocha while I am working. Unfortunately, the outdated seating and coffee quality in general kinda brings the place down. read more

Meh. Baristas were too busy joking around to get my order right, coffee wasn't great, honestly a weird environment. Plenty of other good places in the area. read more

I am from California but have been visit Austin several times a year for the past 6 years. In these visits, I prioritized trying all of the local coffee shops that I didn't have back home and for a long time Epoch was my favorite. I now see all the reviews that compare Epoch with Bennu and I see why... both are the cozy, mismatched, 24 hour hipster shops perfect for studying and hanging out with friends. But Bennu has something that Epoch does not which is friendly baristas! I'm tired of the apathetic employees at Epoch who blast their terrible music on the AUX cord for the whole shop to listen to. Bennu is relaxing and the baristas are pleasant. And MY GOD, The Raven mocha is so good! Beware of very limited parking though. read more

literally such a nice place to study. Nate deserves a raise asap. Such a gr8 barista and person 13 out of 10!!!

This place is super cozy! Lots of outlets and good lemonade. The wifi is only for 3 hours which is kinda annoying but still super nice for a cozy study sesh. read more