We decided to give this place a try for breakfast and were pleasantly surprised by the food. Since…read morethere was construction going on outside, we chose to sit indoors, but they do have a nice patio if you don't mind a little construction noise. The ambiance inside was inviting, and our breakfast was delicious. The only downside was the service, which felt a bit slow and somewhat disorganized. That said, everyone has off days, so we're willing to give our server the benefit of the doubt. Overall, if you're looking for a tasty breakfast in a pleasant atmosphere and don't mind the possibility of a small service hiccup, I'd recommend giving this place a try.

The service was great, and the atmosphere felt upscale yet lively while still being comfortable…read moreenough to hold a conversation. They offer quieter indoor seating as well as an outdoor bar area with a more energetic vibe. I ordered the Brussels sprouts, and while the flavor was good, they were a little softer than I would've preferred. The brisket tacos were solid, but the real standout was the short rib taquitos , they completely stole the show. We also tried the $8 margarita, and the pour was surprisingly generous.

Gourdough's is an Austin staple and one of the best dessert spots in atx. Consistent. Reliable…read more Packed with flavor and texture. Their donuts come in a regular and mini size. I prefer the mini but they're sold out a lot which shows you how spectacular this place is. My go to is the nutty valentine. The donut is always warm, fresh, and crispy. And the toppings of Nutella, cinnamon, and strawberries adds dimension & the perfect story. There is plenty of patio seating and lots of parking outside. There can be a line on the weekends and they tend to sell out so keep that in mind. The staff is friendly and service is quick!

Doughnuts made to order out of an airstream, you say?…read more Looks like they used to offer mini versions but that side of the menu is all mask taped over. When we went our choices were $9-$10 donut base desserts. I say base because the toppings cover up the donut visually. Despite that, there's no covering that scrumptious taste and texture. Wowaweea. Yes, you feel your cells expand and pants tighten and it is for sure run club pre and post, but quite worth it. These divine donuts have that cakey interior I love so much. We had the Puddin': cream cheese icing, vanilla pudding, fresh bananas with nilla wafers. According to the menu. Ours didn't have any nilla wafers and the presentation was uneven, hence the four stars. I didn't miss the wafers. The icing and pudding were one goopy topping and the bananas slices were half scattered slices and half banana chunk that I had to separate. Side notes: Gourdough sits on a corner with parking spots that are not free. There's a pay via QR code so you'll need a phone or something to scan that. Boo for digital shackles. Next note- I feel like this is a low key meet up spot. Like the way they tried to make the first train cars on the MTA the singles car? There was a series of singles getting doughnuts and they were a little done up for the occasion. Who knows. With the little IG ready love seats and doughnuts made for sharing, you could walk away with extra sugar.

Its pretty rare that I leave my plate empty, but this is by far one of the best if not the best…read morebrunch places I have visited. Our sever Madison was extremely welcoming and friendly and it's complemented with delicious chicken and biscuits. If you're in Austin this place is a must visit.

What's the best brunch spot in Austin? Some say that spot might be Paperboy. It must be up to me to…read morecome to that conclusion. My beautiful girlfriend, traveling home from Vancouver, had a morning layover in Austin just recently on a weekday, and I got us a reservation to Paperboy East. Compared to the weekends, their schedule was a lot more open. On the weekends it can be nearly impossible to get a spot unless it's a few weeks in advance. We had a reservation at 8 am right when they opened, and when we walked in, we were seated immediately. The place looks like a modern twist on the old-school diners your grandparents love. There's also an upstairs and downstairs patio. Plenty of space! We were sat at one of the two-person tables. To start, I ordered their house drip coffee while my girlfriend got their "Lil Remi," an iced cappuccino with salted caramel. The black coffee was excellent and flavorful, while my girlfriend thought her Lil Remi was like a milkier shaken espresso that she really liked. From their starters, we ordered their Blueberry Lemon Pop Tart to share. I am a sucker for a homemade Pop Tart, and the jam on the inside was extremely fresh, and the icing and crust of the Pop Tart itself was sturdy and full of flavor. For our entrees, I ordered their Texas Hash with added avocado while my girlfriend ordered their famous Paperboy Pancake with chocolate chips as a full breakfast with bacon and two over-hard eggs. It wasn't a long wait at all to get our food. The Texas hash looked great and was presented quite nicely, which is a shame because I immediately proceeded to mash it all together to make sure every bite had a perfect balance of the roasted pork, sweet potatoes, egg, and avocado. It was very filling and substantial, which is great because I needed it to last me up to dinner. The pancake is the star of the show and is worth the order alone. The flying saucer they serve rises like a cake in the oven and is extremely fluffy. She was surprised with how it was a traditional pancake but loved how moist it was for its size. A perfect pancake to her. A perfect pancake to me because she couldn't finish it, so I took it to go and ate the last few bites immediately after dropping her off at the airport. For being an upscale diner in the prime area of Austin, I knew Paperboy was going to be pricey, but I honestly thought that it would crack $100 before tip between the two of us. I was very happy to see it was not even close to that and cost us about $80 with tip. To me, that felt fair for Austin, and I would pay that price any day of the week for a breakfast like we had. I've had a few of the locally owned brunch and breakfast spots in Austin and concur with the masses that this sits strongly at the top of the list. Best pancakes, best atmosphere, and the best times. RIYL: Good vibes served with maple syrup

Kale was our server and the manager last night, and he was absolutely amazing! I've been to…read moreSammie's before, but my best friend and I had such a wonderful experience this time. You could genuinely tell that Kale cares about people and their experience. He was so kind, attentive, and made us feel so welcomed throughout the entire night. He was truly a delight and made our evening even more special! The food was incredible, but the veal Marsala was THE BEST! Everything we ordered was delicious, and the service made the whole experience even better. It's always nice to come across someone who genuinely enjoys what they do and takes pride in making sure guests have a great time. I'll definitely be back, and I hope we get to see Kale again! He was the perfect person to make our night memorable.

Not a single bad thing on the menu. The only item I would say is not worth ordering again is the…read morecalamari. Must tries: lobster pasta, burrata, tiramisu, lasagna Atmosphere is cute, I'm glad they don't play their music too loud because the tables can quite loud themselves. Some of the non-booth tables are pretty close together.

Came back AGAIN but with a friend this time and she loved it!…read more Appetizers: rip and dip roti, tom yum soup Entrees: khao soi and the lost recipe? It's been months and I keep forgetting to add this review, not that it ever downgraded lol Easily one of the best Thai places in Austin. Love the service and ambiance.

Wow, this was definitely one the best Thai food spots I've had in Austin. The highlight was the…read moresoft shell crab curry. It was on the sweeter side, but still the flavor was so complex and wonderful. The papaya salad was also one of the best I've ever had. We got takeout and it was really easy. There was a line during dinner time on Friday so I definitely recommend a takeout option.