Let's start with what Day Maker absolutely nailed: the coffee shop at the front entrance. Genius move. Whether you're waiting 30+ minutes for a table (as we were), wrangling a hangry toddler, or just need a grab-and-go pick-me-up, that little coffee nook is a saving grace. I grabbed the South Texas Mocha and my breakfast buddy got the seasonal Strawberry & Cream Matcha. Hers won. Mine felt like it was missing something and we just didn't connect on that South Texas vibe. Now... the check-in. We asked for a table for two. The hostess heard "three," insisted on "three," and repeated "three"... three times, with us correcting her each time with "no, 2". Cute theme, I guess? Unfortunately, this confusion led to us being skipped in the seating queue. I was seconds from asking if we'd slipped into a brunch time warp when our name was finally called--for a table for three. Welp. Once seated (finally, for two), we were hit with Austin Brunch Decibels--aka loud enough to make you feel like you're brunching inside a blender. But THEN... came Piper, our server, who was honestly the MVP of our experience. Sweet, attentive, and juggling tables like a brunch goddess. If I could Yelp her separately, she'd get 5 stars and a standing ovation, to say the least. We ordered biscuits and gravy to start. Now, I'm a born-and-bred Southerner, with deeeeeep Southern roots. I take biscuits seriously--like, your great grandmother's Sunday post church supper levels of serious. These? They looked like bread impersonating biscuits. Heavy. Dense. No flaky joy. The gravy tasted more like bacon drippings than actual sausage gravy. I tried salvaging it with butter and jelly, but even then... the butter wasn't salted. Tragic. $9 later, I had taken one bite and waved a white napkin of surrender. However, again - I'm on a whole other level of what's an acceptable biscuit. I ordered the Crab Cake Benny next. I had high hopes. Researched it, bookmarked it, dreamed about it. One bite in... and I was immediately transported to the nursing home cafeteria. No seasoning, all fishy. Bless Piper, who handled it gracefully when I asked to switch it out. I pivoted to the churro pancakes. They looked promising--big, fluffy, golden stacks--but they lacked the Mexican chocolate shavings, and the horchata butter and cajeta drizzle merging had a weirdly chemical aftertaste. One bite, and I was done. My friend tried them and said, "Honestly? This tastes like iHop on a slow day." Ouch. Final thoughts: I wanted to love Day Maker. The concept is strong. The staff is kind. The coffee nook? Inspired. And judging by the crowd, lots of people do love this place. But for me? If I'm paying Austin brunch prices, I want food that tastes better than what I make at home. And this just wasn't it. read more

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It's a popular spot, so we had to wait quite a bit for a table, especially on a Sunday, but once we were seated, everything moved pretty quickly. The food was genuinely delicious and tasted really fresh, and the service was warm without being over the top. Prices felt pretty reasonable for the area. The space itself is clean and inviting, with a cozy vibe that makes you want to linger a little longer. Overall, totally worth the wait, and I'd happily come back. read more

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This was my first time here. The decor is bright, inviting, and super cute! It was Saturday morning, and the place was packed. They do have a separate area for to go coffee and pastries. We started with a carafe of blood orange mimosa, and it was excellent, so much so that we ordered a second. (There were 4 of us sharing it, so it's not as scandalous as it sounds.) I ordered the chorizo Benny from the gluten free menu. I subbed fresh avocado for the avocado mousse since the latter is made with heavy cream. It was delicious! All of the components really worked together, and everything was cooked perfectly. Service was amazing! At the end of the meal, one of the women didn't finish her sausage because it was undercooked. She just left it on the plate. Without us saying anything about it, the manager came over and offered us a complimentary slice of cheesecake and a bowl of fresh fruit (for those of us who can't eat cheesecake). I've never had someone in a kitchen be that observant, or staff initiate remedying a problem that wasn't pointed out. Excellent experience all the way around. read more

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Came in for brunch with a friend. Very lovely and modern decor both in and outside. Coffee bar for grab and go items (no seating ) , regular bar and indoor seating - outdoor seating appeared to be for waiting guests only. Good size menu with an seat of options. We ordered the shareable cinnamon roll, 4/5 could have had a little more icing and Cooke a little less - slight dry IMO , but good flavor over all. I ordered the sweet potato hash & a side of cheesy grits. The hash was as good, but something through it off for me - unable to pin point what it was, maybe my drink choice didn't mesh well. The grits were delish. A little larger grain but taste was like a loaded baked potato -5/5. My friend had the steak and grits and described it as delicious . The drinks were good but would have liked the espresso martini more on the creamy side but they were still tasty with a good amount of booze. Will definitely come back to try other items. read more

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This was my first time visiting Day Maker Half Day cafe for brunch after my long run. It was a brief wait (20 minutes) to get a table but it was worth the wait. The inside of the restaurant is a fun retro vibe very colorful. I didn't even recognize the space from when it was an IHOP. The service was amazing. I had questions about the menu specials and the waitress made helpful recommendations and had tried the dishes beforehand and had interactions with the chef so knew how the provide helpful feedback about the dishes. We started the meal off with a carafe of white peach mimosas. These were probably the best tasting mimosas that I have ever had. The carafe was generous with white peach puree that went nicely with the Champaign. I had the blue crab salad which was as also one of the best salads I have ever consumed. It came with mixed greens, boiled egg, thick cut bacon lardons, tomato, caper, creamy tarragon dressing, crouton dust, grated pecorino. My dining companion had the chorizo benny that came with Masa cakes, refried black beans, spicy chorizo, poached eggs, avocado mousse, chipotle hollandaise, escabeche. He subbed the potato wedges with the cheesy grits. We saw another table partaking in breakfast shots so in conclusion of the meal we ordered one of each: tequila sunrise and bourbon bacon. These manager stopped by the table to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. Really great experience and would highly recommend this brunch establishment. read more

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Hmmm, a breakfast place with Jack Gilmore at the helm. I guess for me been there done that via brunch since Z' Tejas on 6th. Also, yes to the buffet at Jack Allens. But, I do admire taking over an old IHOP with a perfect audience of Rollingwood/Westlake peeps just minutes away. Former steak place next door also in control (Salt Traders) with a coastal vibe and seafood centric menu. GF asked me for something new and I actually passed up going north for longtime Austin favorite Chez Zee. Haven't been there in years either. I guess because constant schedule of car club stuff; Jim's in Oak Hill as standard for weekend dining. Back to Day Maker, perhaps the first mistake I made was choosing the biscuits and gravy as my first choice. Kinda been there done that in my own mind; good bites but I've had it before. Wasn't exactly piping hot either. I went off posted menu and chose the steak and caramelized onion enchiladas. Advertised with Suiza sauce was a nice flavor with a similar profile to roasted tomatillos and sour cream mixed together. Although enjoyable the caramelized onions were barely present. Taters were a unique approach. Griddle some cheese and then fold mashed taters in for the potato element. If you tasted one without the other it was not a breakfast dish. Paired it was better bites; not the most successful $19 dish I've ever had with one single (tiny) sunny egg on top. GF chose the pastrami sandwich with perhaps better results. Not that I love ANYTHING with mustard of any kind as a breakfast dish but it was a good bite. Service was on point; hard if you will to relinquish old breakfast habits like gravy and aka country boy staples. Fine, next time churro pancakes! read more

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Food was amazing! Vibe was CUTE! coffee was delish! Fast and friendly service as well! read more

as soon as you walk in the vibes are so cute. the have a little coffee area and i noticed a lot of people using that prior to sitting down for breakfast/lunch. on a sunday we waited about 20 mins for a table and everyone was so nice! my bf got the hangover enchilada and we were surprised how it came bc we are used to it being rolled up. it was different and he enjoyed it. i got the hot chicken sandwich and it was HUGE! it was very flavorful, i do wish that the spice was distributed better because it was would one bite was normal then the next was spicy. still super good! loved the dirty queso. it was also my bf birthday and we got a complimentary desert (red velvet cheesecake) and was literally the best dessert ever. we will definitely be back for more! read more

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Pretty great spot for a fun twist on brunch! Owned by the same team that brought you Jack Allen's Kitchen and Salt Trader's, this all-day breakfast cafe and coffee shop serves up fun, colorful, '90s style diner vibes with fresh, high quality ingredients and fun twists on brunch classics. Service is casual and our server was great! Location is nice, near Zilker and has true Austin vibes. I will definitely be back! QUICK FACTS: - Parking? Yes, plenty of spots in the open lot. - Reservations? No, but you can join the waitlist if it's busy. We went around 9:30am on a Sunday and were seated right away! FOOD RATINGS: - Spicy chorizo eggs benedict (5/5): Love that the "bread" is masa cakes, so very tamale-like! The chorizo is great and the avocado mousse is a nice touch. Perfectly crisp and flavorful potato wedges as well. A unique benedict! - Steak and egg enchiladas (4/5): Seasonal menu special. Generous portion and great salsa verde. - German chocolate waffle (5/5): Rich and yummy! I love sweet and savory for brunch and this was perfect. Not too sweet, good cocoa flavor, love the whipped cream. read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - German chocolate waffle, spicy chorizo benny, steak and eggs enchiladas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Really enjoyed this spot for brunch! The interior and exterior is very aesthetic and photogenic. The huevos rancheros was very pleasant, and the sauce was not too overpowering. The egg on top was cooked to perfection. We also got the bread pudding french toast because I am a fan of both bread pudding and fresh toast lol. While it was good, it was slightly overcooked for my preference and had a bit of a crunch. But all the good is priced very well. Overall would come back! read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - Huevos rancheros, banana pudding French toast, potato wedges - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

My friend and I met here for breakfast on a Sunday. I arrived a few minutes early and to my surprise, they sat me without my friend. Often times, they make you wait until your entire party is present. I asked for a booth and luckily they had one! Score! It already seemed quite busy but we didn't have to wait. Shoot! I can't remember our servers name but I gave her some purple PEEP earrings that I made. She loved them! She came back later with the bill and she had them on! Yay! She was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We both loved our food but what we both thought was a little odd was the shrimp still had their tails on. Normally this is fine but she ordered the avocado toast which came with an egg on top. She had to lift up her egg and dig out all of the shrimp to get their tails off. Perhaps just one shrimp on top that still had its tail for show. It was a bit awkward to deconstruct her beautiful breakfast. Needless to say it didn't not stop her from gobbling it up. ;) I LOVED mine. I ordered the Chorizo Benny. Our server claimed the avocado mousse was great to dip the crispy potatoes in but I disagree. The Chipotle Hollandaise was the standout in this meal! The escabeche was a perfect touch as well. I only ate half of it and it reheated well in the air fryer. I only wish there had been a few more potatoes for leftovers. That was probably on me because I couldn't stop dipping them in the hollandaise! ;) I will definitely come back again. There are many things I want to try on the menu. It was pretty busy when we left. We beat the church crowd for sure! Give this place a try. It took me a long time to get here for some reason. Learn from my mistake and go! :) read more

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I normally avoid gluten, but today I was craving a waffle. Decided to go in for a midmorning breakfast. Sat at the counter and had great service by Erica. Nice selection of fresh juices and coffee. I went with the drip and it was a robust blend. Decided on the state fair waffle, which is a twist on a classic, using a chive and bacon waffle with berry compote. Super tasty and great for those of us who can't decide between sweet and savory for breakfast. Also had a side of chicken sausage, which was very good as well. Look forward to coming back for more. read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - State Fair waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

Maybe it's improved since I was there, maybe not. Certainly had lots of room for improvement. Food was inedible (their version of lox had stinky, smelly fish. Yech.), slow service, lukewarm coffee with no refills offered. Too many good breakfast/lunch places to waste time here. read more

This rating is purely for the coffee bar--it's delicious! The baristas are friendly and super quick and the iced latte was great. I hope to come try the brunch soon as it seemed like a lively and fun spot! read more

Food and atmosphere was amazing. I will be back. Headed out n a girls trip and decided to make this a pit stop. Best decision ever. read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - Berry Lemon mimosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

So cute inside!! Staff was all awesome and nice, and the food and drinks were amazing! In the words of my husband the fried rice was "f$&king phenomenal" (that is high praise from him!) The French toast was sooo good, especially the mascarpone! I also had the Boozy Orange Julius and the Teddy Grahams latte- both were delicious!! read more

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This spot is great. You can make reservations which is key as it's a hot spot all day everyday. Staff is super chill, attentive and kind. Food is great. Pancakes are always a good choice! read more

Last month we tried to casually drop in around noon for Sunday brunch. Bad idea. The wait time was about 27 hours. Today we were smart. We got on the waitlist around 10 AM, arrived around 12:30 and were seated almost immediately. Our server was friendly, funny and, when asked for opinions, gave good, well informed ones and steered me right to the breakfast I wanted--the Hot Chick, which is a delicious, spicy, but not-too-spicy chicken sandwich. It's a big, well-seasoned fried chicken thigh served on a soft brioche-type bun with big cuts of bread & butter pickles, a good amount of mayo, and just the right amount of coleslaw. The potato wedges that came with my sandwich were also perfect. They were so dark I was afraid they might be hard or overcooked, but they were not. They were just right--well-seasoned, interesting, but soft and creamy inside. My friend was very happy with her fresh-squeezed blood orange juice and her Migas Verde, which looked, and was, delicious, she said. This place is very popular, and deservedly so, so if you're going to try to eat here, I'd recommend coming in early, or on a weekday, or getting on the waitlist a few hours before you want to eat, unless you're willing to stand around and wait for a long time. read more

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Great new brunch spot south ATX! I'm hooked! Retro vibes and great service! Sat at the bar and Savannah is your dosage of morning positive vibes you need! Got all your breakfast fare and then some! Join the wait-list online! Ham and cheese with slaw - superb Étouffée and hash were both flavorful! Definitely don't skimp ontheir big as your head decidant cinnamon roll! Had to take one to go and had it as dessert later on! Your won't be disappointed! read more

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We visited for Saturday late lunch and while it was crowded, we did not have to wait for a table which was great! The ambiance was super cool and fun, lots of cute things to check out and the overall atmosphere of the restaurant felt light and happy. The menu consisted of some classic items and other more unique dishes on their rotating menu. The Churro Panackes were rich and cinnamon-ny - definitely a for the table type of dish. The Coconut Ube Pancakes were lighter and had a mild earthy flavor which I enjoyed. The Chorizo Benny was slightly spicy with perfectly oozy eggs to tie the dish together. Overall the portions were generous for the price and I'd return to try more menu items. read more

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Great brunch spot in Central Austin. My coworker and I stopped in after our overnight shift. We were thirsty, plus a bit hungry. First we started with a spicy blood Mary, so delicious. Then we ordered the hangover enchiladas, YUM! I've never had enchiladas prepared this way, it was definitely chef inspired. The ambiance is groovy, and high energy. Ethan came by our table to check on us, extremely gracious. We will return! Oh for dessert we had blueberry mimosas. Will have to try their brunch happy hour during the week! read more

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Wonderful new addition to the area! I was so excited when I heard the same owners of Jack Allen's were going to be opening a new concept here - and they delivered! The decor is funky and fun! I love how colorful it is and fun murals on the walls, great place for a casual lunch or to take the family! Also an ideal brunch spot. There is a coffee to-go counter at the entry if you want something quick, but I'd highly recommend sitting at the restaruant if you have the time. The food is fantastic - I tried the fried chicken sandwich and burger and both were very good. The only thing I was a little dissappointed in was their juices - I ordered a sunny juice which was orange with mint, basil, and other herbs, but really all you could taste was the orange. It wasn't as crafted as the menu made it sound. Still a great fresh juice, but with all their other drink options on the menu I would recommend trying something else (unless you are ok with just juice!). Ample parking and lunch on weekday they can normally accomodate a smaller party. Curious how busy this is on weekends! read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - The burger was awesome! Highly recommend! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

The coffee was great, but more expensive than I expected. The migas plate was great. The chorizo is a little spicy. Not a huge portion for 16$ but it was good quality. The service was great our waiter was super friendly. read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - Mint Mocha Latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Daymaker is a new breakfast concept from the well known Jack Allen's kitchen. It is a very festive super busy breakfast restaurant in south Austin. In ATX, breakfast choices are abundant so there must be something great to get big crowds like these here. The inside of the restaurant is bright, loud, and vibrant. The menu has an interesting twist to many common dishes. Migas plate with verde salsa, Hangover enchiladas topped with a fried egg, huge thick pancakes, cinnamon rolls served in a big iron skillet, and a few options for eggs benedict. I had Chorizo Benny, not over seasoned flavored, great poached eggs along with a biscuit. They also serve burgers, typical breakfast dished, and chicken & waffles. The bar is serving up many different coffees, espressos, bloody marys, several wine options and fresh juice drinks. You also get served a variety of different salsas to choose from mild to spicy. The service is also an excellent standout for this place. Servers are upbeat and filled with friendly conversation. Food comes out very quickly from the kitchen. Typical plate will be around $15.00. Servers say workday lunch crowd will also get busy with nearby offices. I have always enjoyed what the chefs make at Jack Allen's locations and you will not be disappointed with the menu selection offered here. This is a serious breakfast spot but just realize to get on the wait list early to beat these crowds. read more

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Came to Half Day cafe for brunch with my siblings. They have a feature online that allows you to join the waitlist ahead of time which was pretty useful for our party of 5. They have a regular bar, coffee bar and plenty of seating. Our waitress was lovely, the food was good and we had a great time overall! Food Notes: -Biscuits are FIRE!!!!! Super flakey and soft. -Cinnamon rolls are ooey gooey and massive - we took half home. -My boyfriend wanted the chicken and waffles but after seeing that Day Maker had a separate waffle that's famous at the Fair, we ordered that with a side of fried chicken so he could have both. (The chicken and waffles comes with a different waffle) Only thing that was an eyebrow raiser was that the mimosa carafes are $23 but come out in a small glass. I can go to other brunch spots and get an entire bottle of champagne with a small juice will be $10-15 so was little turn-offy. read more

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Breakfast classic was very solid, soft scramble was nicely cooked, chicken sausage delicious, and i really enjoyed the hashbrowns and the sourdough. The migas breakfast was eh, left something to be desired, the beans were pretty dry and the flavors were just ok. Churro pancakes AMAZING and such a great portion as a "for the table" starter. Price was on the high end of reasonable, but not bad for what I was expecting in austin and with the hype of this place, $72 with tip for 2 people (2 entrees, 1 shared plate, and 2 non-alcoholic drinks). Overall a nice experience, make sure to have a res or get on the waitlist as you're heading out the door. Unsurprisingly, it was truly packed on a saturday morning but with the waitlist we only have to wait 10ish more mins after arriving. Pretty loud in there but not horrible. All the food was solid, but won't blow you away. Certainly worth trying, to post on the gram that you had the experience! read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - Classic brekfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We came for the food but were equally impressed by the service. The maple bacon fritters are a must-try! Our group all got different things and truly raved about how good everything was. They have a good selection of sweet or savory options for breakfast, and the burger was top-notch. It's hard to go wrong here, in my opinion. I recommend it 10 out of 10! Just make sure to go online and get on the waitlist beforehand because this place stays packed, and we almost didn't try it because of this. While the aesthetic is very "Instagram-y," the food is worth the hype. read more

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I heard about this place from my sis, so we had to check it out. I had read some reviews and in almost all of them, they stated that you will want to add your name to the waitlist if you plan on going on a weekend. So I took their advice and I am so grateful I did. My sister and my nephew arrived about 5 minutes before me. There wasn't a lot of people waiting but as people would come in the hostess would take their name and phone number. She would politely tell them that it would be about a 30-45 minute wait time. I was able to see that there was 1 party ahead of me. Within 2 minutes, they called my name. So needless to say, joining that waitlist as I left my place was the best tip. Every dish looked amazing. We started with the French toast. It was covered in powdered sugar. It has mascarpone with berries. It was delicious!! I ordered the day maker classic. 2 eggs cooked to perfection, toast and fruit. I had to try their waffle, and I could not have asked for a better desert. The restaurant has a well sized parking lot. It was very clean and spacious. read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Called in for a reservation but ultimately used the online portal. We were given a 60-80 min wait, that was not a problem. Got ready and headed over to the location. Once we arrived we were told 15 minutes. We waited maybe 10 & a waitress came up to us and took our drink orders in the most exciting fashion! She was so energetic that we had to!! So while we waited, I notice a huge disco ball with flames!l on the ceiling!! Omg amazing decor! I knew the service and food had to be awesome as well.. so we ordered 2 white peach mimosas and one Bloody Mary.. so cute and so good. We were promptly seated and menus were reviewed. Our server, Piper, was amazeballz! She brought out waters for everyone and took additional drink orders. We got two still a cowboy coffees! There was definitely alcohol in the coffee lol but it was hot and good. Also an espresso martini and mean green marg.. not only cute cocktails, but taste good. As table appetizers, we got the g-ma's biscuits and gravy, fork and knife cinnamon roll and maple bacon fritters!! Everything was soooo good. I can only remember a few of our orders: the steak and eggs with cheesy grits, bread pudding French toast, side of bacon, chicken and waffles, crab cake Benny and avocado toast.. this was an epic pass lol and not a fail, on the brunch choice board! So glad we decided to visit this place. The entire staff was super attentive, gave great customer service and excellent ambience. Even the restroom was cutesy and clean and the pink wallpaper! Omg yes! Would return and would most certainly recommend to others for a Texas treat! read more

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Would definitely recommend going early, went around 10:30 and waited for an hour. You can also join their waitlist on their website. I had the Chorizo Benny and thought it was delicious. My husband had steak and egg and wasn't a huge fan. My friend had pancakes with cinnamon roll and enjoyed both. Other notes: They have moderate portions, I usually have leftovers at restaurants and didn't this time. Prices being around $35 per person. Restrooms were nice and clean. Their coffee and bakery shop is opened inside, so you can order your drink while you wait. read more

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If you're looking for a vibrant spot that'll have you leaving satisfied and happy, this is it! Day maker brings a fresh new look on brunch that their sister company, Jack Allen's, has done so well. The service was amazing from start to finish. The MOD even asked how everything was and any feedback would be appreciated to ensure growth and success for the business. The food was pretty good, and IMO, better than jack Allen's' brunch menu (sorry JA enthusiasts). The everything burrito was nothing short of living up to its name, it's literally everything you need. So tasty and fresh, left me wanting more afterwards. The hangover enchilada salad also very tasty, highly recommend that if you're indecisive. Overall a 5/5 spot and can't wait to go back to try their coffee bar offerings read more

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i found this place through yelp. As ususal, Yelp didn't let me down. this place was great! the food was very good, it was made to order. The house salsa is a must, make sure you ask for it. My wife enjoyed her breakfast and her coffee. The restaurant has a retro diner feel. it is clean and it was enjoable. the servers were awesome. come give thema a try, you won't regret it! read more

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We went to Day Maker for my nieces 17th birthday. We all got a bunch of things and shared. I love the waffles. read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

First time here and it was outstanding. This was the old iHop on S. Mopac next to the Salt Trader. Started off with a carafe of White Peach Mimosa's. Very tasty and different as I usually have the traditional OJ and Champagne. The Main Course. I selected the Chorizo Benny as my dish. My partner in crime chose the Blue Crab Salad which looked absolutely delicious. The Chorizo Benny had just the right kick spice wise topped by poached eggs and a chipotle cream sauce. This concoction was layered over two masa cakes in place of traditional English muffin. Different texture yet it added to the overall flavor. Scrumptious. I ordered the cheesy grits in place of the fried potatoes as my side and it was the right choice. Very tasty and with a kick which I liked. Lastly, we partook in some after brunch shots. She had the Tequila Sunrise which had Tequila OJ and if i remember pomegranate juice. I chose the Bourbon and Maple syrup and avocado slice of bacon that was added into the shot. Normally I don't drink bourbon, however the addition of maple syrup and that bacon, changed my mind. Damn good. Could not complete this review without complimenting our server, Eliana. She was beyond great. Provided us great recommendations, and other options in addition. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Also need to mention, Ethan, one of the managers, who checked in on us and chatted with us a tad. If you are looking for a great Brunch/Lunch place, Day Maker will not disappoint read more

Went to this vibrant, old school looking cafe for Father's Day with my daughter and 2 grand kids. It was very lively and with a full house. Loved the decor and felt like I had stepped back in time to when Diners were a thing. We ordered several dishes to share. So happy we did. We got a taste of sweet and salty. So many choices to choose from. I would definitely go back to try other items on their menu on my next visit. read more

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Got on the waitlist before arriving and was seated immediately upon arrival. The waiters were so friendly to me while I waited for my friend to arrive. I had the Migas verde upon recommendation by the waiter - it was very good! A little pricy for the amount of food, but I think that's most places these days. Decor was funky and fun - a nice bright brunch spot! It did get pretty loud in the restaurant as the Sunday brunch crowd arrived, so we had to leave to continue our conversation. Overall a good trendy new brunch addition to Austin! read more

Day Maker Half Day Cafe - Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Austin, Texas

So, this was our third visit yet first time to actually eat here! The first two times had well over an hour wait, and we moved on. This time, we waited - and now I see why. Super tasty and creative menu with delicious options. My son and I both had a sweet potato bowl, and it was hands-down amazing, exploding with fresh flavors and super healthy. My husband had the grits and étouffée breakfast dish, and he loved it as well. Will return! It's worth the wait. read more

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Have seen this place atleast for 3 months and finally was able to swing by without a reservation on Friday morning without having to wait. Really enjoyed my almond milk latte. The food here was decent, it felt homemade in a good way, but it some ways felt like the migas and the huevos rancheros I could make it at home just as well. The waffle was the star, not too sweet! The space itself is so cute and the staff is nice read more

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I'd like to start with the decor and the feel even before I entered the establishment! The outside was decorated in a 80s type color-way and the interior as well. The hostess didn't just ask me how many and told me to wait they really welcomed you and had a conversation with me and my wife asked why we were in Austin etc! Now comes the best part. The FOOD! All I am gonna say is if you have a sweet tooth or a savory tooth this is the joint you wanna hit up! I do not have anything negative to say! Big portions, but all was good. SUPPA GOOD! Period! They have their own hot sauce ask for it! Server I wish I remembered your name but thank you for an amazing service! Will be back for SURE! read more

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The food was sooo good! I went as a weekend trip to Austin's me my boyfriend and I love this place!! Very friendly staff and the vibes are amazing! Such a cute space. We loooved the teddy bear latte!!!!! read more

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