I came into Upper Crust Bakery for some of their delicious cranberry walnut sweet bread. It is…read moresweet and tangy simultaneously. Also the different textures are appealing as well - soft sweet bread converging with crunchy walnuts. It is so good! Upper Crust Bakery is my "go to" bakery when I am hosting a party that has associated dessert. My favorite cakes at Upper Crust is the Chocolate Italian Cream and the Gato Marissa cakes. They also have an assortment of cookies, pastries, muffins and other sweet treats. It is not unusual to find a line to get to your heavenly pastries and coffee, however, the line goes rather quickly. Many customers are at the bakery only for pickup...revolving pickup counter. Others linger in the bakery enjoying their bakery treats. They also serve soup, sandwiches and quiche as well. Generally, everything I have purchased here has been delicious. Cool environment...

I lucked out when I realized this was located on the walking route from my wax/sugar salon to my…read morelabs & haircut places. I had just read on Reddit a couple days prior that this was recommended as an alternative to another Austin bakery. When I walked in I was surprised to find many older individuals sitting and chatting, so I thought there might be some kind of event. But it's probably just the demographics of the neighborhood! Based on the decor I can tell they're not trying to be a "trendy" bakery and remain true to their identity as a neighborhood business. They still had a good number of pastries available but I did get the last strawberry danish of the day (pictured). I also got the almond croissant. Their pre-made bread loaves all looked appetizing as well. I thought both pastries had good texture but could have used more filling/flavoring.

Had the most Ahmazzing Naan Khatii ( South Asian cookies) from Heavens Bistro. Perfect for parties…read more! Must try, highly recommended!

I love going to Heaven's Bistro Bakery! It feels like you're going to a bakery gallery with all…read moredeftly constructed desserts, cookies and tasty treats. The desserts truly look like works of art. You are like a kid in a candy store in pure delight...you survey all your options...over and over again. Then, you spring into action. The resulting decision was to purchased three cookies (for the cookie monster aka the hubs) and two chicken kolaches (one for me and one for the hubs). Korena, the store manager, is always super nice and friendly. Love that she remembers me every time I visit the bakery... If you want to achieve bakery nervana...Heaven's Bistro Bakery is your answer...truly a little peace of heaven.

I tired this place by ordering a takeout via TooGoodToGo app…read more It was actually really good and the baklavas were still super fresh and delicious! I ended up taking some to work next day and shared with my coworker lol While I was waiting in line to pick up, I was given a sample, which ended it being my second favorite out of all I got to try!

Great parking, lots of variety, and friendly service!…read more My friend and I came just before closing, and they were actually quite busy! They were handing out free samples since it was close to closing time. Since it was my first time there, it was good to try a sample! There are several tables inside, as well, so you can eat your goodies there. I'm taking off a star because the place itself is in need of a renovation. It looks very outdated and not appealing at all, but the food definitely speaks for itself!

Taylor and Aaron took great care of me. I needed a quick bite before going to the airport and…read moreCaroline ended up being one of my favorite meals of my entire Austin trip! Beautiful indoor and patio space on historic Congress Avenue. Service and food were all great I couldn't have asked for more except I wish I had a Caroline in my home town! I'll definitely be returning on my next trip!! Thanks yall!!

Back for another wonderful meal! From the friendliness of the host stand to our amazing waitress…read more So much fun! Drinks never empty. She was totally on top of us I had the lobster pasta and friend had the ahi tacos. They did not skimp on portions. The tacos were so full of tuna it has hard to keep it all inside the shell! So very tasty and extremely fresh ahi for sure. The lobster pasta went beyond my expectations! The pasta was definitely homemade and cooked to the perfect texture. The sauce was not over powering yet very tasty for sure. And the lobster meat. Not sprinkled in like other places. Absolutely not! There was a hefty amount of lobster for sure! They did not hold back. This would be good for a girls night out or a very nice dinner date place. The location in downtown is very central to everything you can think of and public parking is near by.

March 20, 2026 review:…read more I tried this Paris baguette location the first time. Parking is a little tricky to find. There is a garage which is right behind the shop but little difficult to find. Another option is street parking. This place is new and indoor reflects that. Bunch of seating option outside and inside. Area also have other shops and walk pathway so good place to walk after taking coffee. We got the Irish cream latte which is little on sweet side. Two pastries , I don't remember the name but one of them was chocolate based and other was fruit with cream cheese, super yum. They also have fig cake which is super yum and does not taste extra sugary at all. That's the just try if you can find it. Usually it comes in the thanksgiving season but since I saw that, I tried their fig cake slice as well. Overall good experience. Most of the pastry and cake slices are between 6-8 dollars.

Cute shop with some parking up front…read more Everything we got was delicious but they had a few too many Nutella options. We gor the Nutella donut and croissant The fruity pebbles cream donut...almond croissant... coffee donut Large latte...strawberry lemonade ..

85-degree weather = cooling agent. Yes, that cooling agent would be ice cream. Tiny's Milk &…read moreCookies is a quaint little ice cream and cookie shop. They have a walk up window setup which gives it a casual neighborhood vibe. Their focus is on high quality treats. Their chocolate chip cookies are soft, rich, and without a doubt their top seller. The pastries and ice cream are also in high demand. It is not uncommon to find long, windy lines in front of Tiny's Milk & Cookies. The menu pairs classic favorites with seasonal offerings. I purchased a Caribbean flavored ice cream and bought my hubby chocolate chip cookies. The cool ice cream was soothing to my throat.

I know they are famous for their chocolate chip cookies, but the lemon crinkle cookie really wowed…read moreme as did the mint chocolate chip ice cream. Don't get me wrong, the chocolate chip cookies were very good (soft, buttery, generous on the chocolate chips), but the lemon crinkle cookies were just out of this world. The lemon cut the sweetness without tasting like artificial lemon and the texture was perfect, slightly crunchy exterior soft interior. The mint ice cream was incredible because they used fresh mint, not mint extract or mint flavor so it tastes different than the regular mint chocolate chip ice cream we are all used to. I really liked it. They have a small window to order and the staff are very friendly. Definitely worth stopping by if you want a cookie or ice cream. The line moves fast.

The breads are so soft and airy and there are so many options. I couldn't decide what I wanted but…read moreI settled on a hot dog bread and some egg tarts and curry puff. I loved the hot dog bread you can't go wrong with that. I didn't like the egg tarts that much though. It's on the corner and the breads are just wrapped and put out. So you can just grab what you want and pay at the counter.

Chinese/Taiwanese bakery. A little hard to find because their signage is small and it didn't even…read morelook open from the street. Located in the corner of the plaza (next to the grocery store). Cute little bakery with a sweet older lady who speaks zero English but was nonetheless extremely welcoming and kind. She even gave my toddler a complimentary macaron. Sweet. I am usually pretty adventurous with trying new pastries/snacks and it generally works out well. Unfortunately, I did not like most of the things we took home that day (my husband agreed). A taro egg ball thing -- not fans. A gelatinous rice blob inside a bamboo leaf (believe it's called Zongzi) -- also didn't work for us. Finally, the beef puff (which seemed like a safe bet) fell short of expectations. It's my fault -- I ignored that part that said "beef floss." It had a stringy/processed texture that I just didn't like. I just wasn't a fan of the flavors/textures -- but obviously that's subjective. I did enjoy the garlic bread we also thankfully bought -- it was soft and flavorful. If you're not familiar with the foods, I'd recommend making sure you get a few "safe" items like the cream bread or garlic bread. Ultimately, even though I wasn't crazy about most of what I tried, it was a cute little shop with a nice lady running it.

Thoroughbread bakery is tucked away in a residential area behind South Lamar. I saw a post on…read moresocial media touting ThoroughBread cookies as the best cookies they have ever eaten. Wow, that was a bold claim! I finally got the opportunity to try ThoroughBread cookies and they were quite yummy. These cookies are like no other cookies I have eaten. I got the chocolate chip cookies with pecans. They had the texture of gingerbread cookies and were huge. They were gooey in the middle, perfectly crisp on the outside, and rich without being eye-squinting sweet. The chocolate chip cookies had welcoming textures and flavors. In addition, my server was kind and patient as I made my selection. You could taste the quality of ingredients, and each mouthful was progressively delicious. Definitely try Thoroughbread cookies for yourself. You're in for a treat.

Love there cookies, I'm not a cookie person, but some places are exceptional, TB is at the top of…read morethe list. Fresh, thick, moist, gooey inside and crispy edges, not too sweat, just perfect cookies. We just come and get cookies to go, so can't say much about service. But if you haven't tried there cookies already, do yourself a favor and give them a try.

Every couple months we love a visit to Omg Squee for their delicious, no nonsense soft serve and…read moretaiyaki with several Asian flavor options. My favorite ice cream flavors have been ube and the Earl grey but you really can't go wrong. They have limited parking spots but often people will park along the side of the road when it's busy. Theres a few seats in front of the shop and a cute lighted outdoor area with picnic benches to the side. Highly highly recommend a visit, especially given how late they are open at night and night time soft serve is the best! The only thing I always struggle with is not getting the taiyaki with ice cream drip all over me, so I highly recommend getting a cup to flip it over into!

Made a visit to OMG Squee, a gluten-free Asian American Dessert Shop, serving Asian-inspired…read moredesserts, pastries, butter mochi donuts, taiyaki soft serve, and more made in-house, from scratch. I was craving Ube and might have gone a bit overboard on ordering dessert because they had so many Ube options. The building is colorful and decorated in bright pink with fun artwork and decor for an uplifting vibe. The line moved quickly and the service was friendly fast and efficient. I was able to place my order and pay with Apple Pay. I ordered the Taiyaki Sundae with black sesame and ube swirl soft serve served in a fish shaped mochi Belgian style waffle with Oreo dust on top. You can customize your sundae with filling like organic red sweet beans, Nutella or custard and toppings like Oreo dust, fruity pebbles or rainbow sprinkles. I ate this on site and the nutty black sesame balanced the sweet ube perfectly, and the Oreo topping added the best crunch. They had a variety of mochi donut flavors. Lucky for me, nothing was sold out today. I ordered the Oreo ube mochi donut and ube milk tea to-go. I ate the mochi donut later that day and it was probably my least favorite item from my order. It had the chewy mochi texture however I didn't get enough of the rich ube flavor. It had somewhat of a bitter aftertaste and the Oreo overpowered the ube. I drank the ube milk tea the next day and it was creamy, smooth, and not overly sweet. I really enjoyed the flavor profile of the beverage and would order it again. Overall, enjoyed my selections and will be back to try more dessert options and flavors from one of the most unique Asian dessert spots in Austin!

One of my favorite restaurants is Peace Bakery & Deli. This place is one of those true Austin gems…read more It's casual, friendly, and serving seriously flavorful Middle Eastern food. For my main dishes, I usually go with the lamb shank and sometimes the beef shawarma. The lamb shank was fall-off-the-bone tender, rich, and perfectly seasoned. It comes with a generous portion of rice that soaks up all those savory gravy, making every bite incredibly satisfying. The beef shawarma is thinly sliced, well-marinated, and packed with that classic shawarma flavor. It had the perfect balance of spices, and the portion size was no joke. Paired with their fresh pita and sides, it's easily one of the best shawarmas I've had in Austin. My favorite sides are the potatoes (must get), beet salad, tabouleh, hummus, and babaganoush. Pro-tip: ask for half sides, so basically you can choose up to 4 things instead of 2 full regular sides. The half side portions end up to be almost a full sized side. Pita comes with the meals and their desserts are good too. Service is quick, and the staff is kind. Whether you're grabbing something to-go or sitting down for a hearty meal, Peace Bakery & Deli is a must-try for anyone who loves Middle Eastern cuisine. I'll definitely be back to work my way through the rest of the menu!

Yummm definitely recommend So many options to pick from n…read morebuild your own plate Super flavorful n hearty serving sizes Customer service is kind n always friendly Inside is homey nothing fancy just a homey feeling Clean n lots of seating Prices are reasonable depending on what u get u can easily share a mixed plate DELISH deserts !!! They have coffee to go along but it is super strong like an espresso