Coming back to Desnudo to update my old review. Initially I didn't love their straight up matcha…read morelatte, but I've come to realize that Desnudo is the place that does the "dressed up" matcha very well. Their plain matcha latte was just ok, but this time I got the pistachio mascarpone cream specialty match and it was great! Also really love their staff - they are so friendly while sitting outside in the heat. And their music this time was fire, we really loved the Shakira they had on. A fun place!

Not much to say about Desnudo Coffee that hasn't been said already. Stopped by to try their famous…read moreIced Brown Sugar Miso Latte ($6.75). The employee was really kind in helping me choose the right drink, I told her I like bold, caramel-type flavors. She recommended on this warm day for the "most-popular" since its my first visit. The drink was beautiful at pick-up (so beautiful I forgot to take a photo!), and I got the hype: coffee flavor was bold, mixed perfectly with the milk, and the brown sugar + miso flavors were at the bottom that you mixed yourself. All the flavors worked, but nothing to TRULY go out of your way for. It was good though! Miso adds that "nutty, slight salty" flavor like a "salted caramel" would do. Completely enjoyed!

Texas Coffee Traders seems to be THE community spot with a clear presence of regulars who come to…read morestay, and those who are on the move. The staff clearly recognized quite a few customers during the short time I was there to do a quick grab and go of caffeine. The staff was super friendly and took their time in helping me pick out a bag of beans based off my personal preferences and intent of use (cortados/lattes vs drip/press). Their beans are well priced at around $14 a bag AND you get a complimentary drip coffee with the purchase! I felt like a winner! I also gave their canned lemonade and coffee drink a try - because why not? It had a unique and almost chocolatey flavor. Not sure if I loved it personally, but the quality of the ingredients and flavors were distinctly there. Certainly will take the time to come back to test out the space for a remote work day or a casual outing. Big plus: They have a parking lot and the option of indoor and outdoor seating. That's more like it!

Cozy inside and outside. Definitely a nice relaxing spot to chill…read moreService was good. Coffee was not great though.

In the last couple of years, I have tried beans from many specialty coffee roasters ranging from…read morethe best local options to mail order from all over the country. Third Coast has become my 'daily driver' for espresso, as their beans offer the best combination of quality, value, and service. El Guapo has been the top choice so far with classic caramel, chocolate notes and a nice syrupy mouthfeel. Every bag has been consistently-roasted and quick to dial-in. Third Coast has so far resisted the insane shrinkflation that has affected many coffee options. As a comparison, local roaster Greater Goods is nearly 2x more expensive, and Third Coast is better. This is the best value in high quality espresso in Austin...and maybe across the US. Highly-recommended!

Peeps. Can't say more than every other five star review. Every bean I have tried has been exactly…read morewhat's advertised. From smooth, full bodied to chocolate or floral notes. You will not go wrong here and the prices on location are excellent. Anytime I'm in Austin, I will be there for the re-up. Thanks Michael for the cup to go!

**Perfect last night in Austin!**…read more The Baja fish tacos were crispy, fresh, and full of flavor, easily the best mahi mahi fish tacos I've had outside of Maui. The 40/40 West Coast IPA was the perfect pairing (I had two). The entire bar staff was incredible: Laszlo, Jeanette, Gigi, and Chelsea were all friendly, attentive, and made my last night in Austin unforgettable. Wish I could come back tomorrow!

I can't say anything about the beer because I've only had their wines (living the gf-life!)…read more But lemme say, those tacos! The pollo verde tacos are my absolute favorite. I most recently ate...maybe six (hey, they're small!). Even the guy at the register, after my third visit up to order two tacos at a time, said, "you really like those tacos..." No shame, bb. Shrimp tacos, chipotle chicken, nachos... all great. They do a bit heavy on the onions, so maybe ask for it on the side.

Summer moon is my jam! from one coffee lover to another, the 1st street location is the best…read morelocation!!! As a frequent summer moon customer, the staff At 1st are just top notch! Audrey and Lonnie are the BEST baristas - amazing service, incredible lattes, and great energy!

Missed my morning espresso at a friends house, so stopped here before lunch. The cashier was…read moreeminently patient describing their offerings and Moon Milk. I ended up with a delicious medium Summer (meaning Hot) Moon Mocha, and of course I had to try the attractive Cinnamon Twist alongside a wide selection of donuts and other pastries. Lovely to be able to sit outside in the shade and sip while I write this review.

Good ole reliable. I love Barretts coffee, their drip is great and I do appreciate their seasonal…read moremenu. There is ample seating inside along with some outside seating. Their pastries are really good, especially the cardamom bun. Also a great place to buy beans, they roast daily I believe. And if you buy an airscape canister from them, first bag of beans is on the house. (Insanely good deal) My only complaint is the black sesame doesn't come through enough on the black sesame latte.

Overall, the coffee here is tasty and the ambience is lovely…read more The only reason I took a star off for my review was because I've come in to purchase drinks from their specials menu, and felt that the flavors were a bit underwhelming at times. But not so terrible that I would never come back. The staff is really nice and attentive, and they have delicious pastries near the front of the bar as well. There is plenty of seating and charging outlets so you can continue to use your computer, or tablet as needed. It's also in a really cool location with pretty art outside. My recommendation to the staff would be to amplify the syrup flavoring just a tiny bit more on their special drinks. Other than that things are great!

Anderson's Coffee Company is one of the coolest stores I have been to in some time. A friend…read morerecommended this store for coffee. They sell coffee by the pound, likely for those serious coffee lovers who have fancy expensive coffee machines. I was looking for a latte. Bad news...this coffee company sells coffee by the pound not lattes (hence the name). Good news... they sell drip coffee for $2.00 + tax. What a deal! This family owned shop has been roasting beans locally since 1972 and focuses on helping customers brew excellent coffee at home rather than serving coffee drinks on premises. According to the store manager, Mr. Anderson occasionally comes into the store. The selection of freshly roasted beans is rather larger, with store favorites like Guatemala Antiqua, Dark Sumatra and Arabian Mocha cited as most popular. Coffee cost on average $19 per pound. In addition to coffee, the store carries loose leaf teas, mugs, candy, cards, coffee pot sweaters, brewing equipment, and small other gift items, to name just a few items. I was totally and completely enamored with this store. They had so many trinkets and interesting items, you literally could peruse for hours. Captivating environment...Loved it...

Such a great little coffee spot in Austin! Anderson's has that old-school local feel that's hard to…read morefind these days, and the smell of freshly roasted beans when you walk in is fantastic. The staff was friendly and took the time to help me choose something that matched my taste without making it feel like a sales pitch. I ended up leaving with a bag of beans and immediately wished I had bought two. Definitely a place I'll be visiting again.

Although they're serving from a trailer, this location has a beautiful outdoor space fit for…read moreworking & community under the trees (now with FOUR locations, WESTSIDE serving extended hours). If their bomb-ass BREAKFAST SANDO or ÉPICERIE PASTRIES aren't your jam, TACO PEGASO is serving some of Austin's finest fresh from the grill right alongside. DREW was friendly & helpful guiding me towards a gently sweet, iced BUTTERSCOTCH SHOYU topped with one of the candied cherries (OLD FASHIONED style!). It's good but their BROWN SUGAR MISO is still my fave. Come planning to spend extra time - when when the line is short, goodness takes a while!

My friend was raving about this coffee trailer when I was coming to Austin so she brought me here…read moreto try the brown sugar latte. We got lucky, no line in the middle of the morning on a Friday and walked right up and ordered. The latte was ready in about 10 minutes and it was very good and refreshing. Asked for about 1/3 sweetness and it was perfect!

A lovely café with a beautiful lake view and a great selection of pastries. Everything looked so…read moregood that I had a serious selection problem. I ordered Large Mocha with Cold Foam, I chose dark chocolate, so it wasn't too sweet. Really enjoyed it Plain Croissant $5.65. Crispy and delicious, although a bit pricey for a plain croissant. Mixed Fruit Tart $10.25. Beautiful and the fruit was fresh, but a little too sweet for me. I couldn't finish it. Their pastries are on the expensive side, but the quality is good, they have quiche, ham and cheese croissants, coconut macaroons, and so many tempting drinks! Some interesting drinks I spotted: Raspberry White Chocolate Matcha & Espresso Con Panna. There were so many things I wanted to try. I definitely need to come back for more Sean was friendly and helpful. He helped me decide what to order, which was much needed with all those delicious choices. The lake view makes this a lovely spot to relax and enjoy a pastry and coffee. Will comeback if I visited Austin again.

Beautiful location, mid pastries and coffee…read more If you enjoy India, you would love this place.

This review is for the coffee roastery . The beans are great quality, and the espresso makes…read moreinteresting drinks. The shop would be 4-5 stars. If you make espresso at home, picking up beans in person is recommended. The mail order subscription is a good option with many roasters, but Talisman's operation doesn't seem great. Shipping lead time looks to be about a week or more, which is days slower than the competition. With a $7 shipping charge on a local order, I expected better. I would prefer to cancel the order and buy the beans I need now for home brewing, but Talisman printed the label quickly to trigger a "shipped" status without actually shipping the order. USPS still doesn't have it. Great shop, less than impressive mail order business.

I'm always down for a coffee regardless of the situation. Sometimes that situation is eating BBQ…read more You know what they always say brisket tastes better with a cortado, so I was excited to get a coffee drink to go with my Mum Foods meal. Service was attentive and on point. Great vibes inside as well. I wasn't super impressed, sadly, and the cortado with oatmilk was really alright, but my friend's americano that I tried a sip of tasted great. Maybe just luck of the draw. RIYL: Coffee with your pastrami