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What an amazing business! Actually, I'd say Epoch is more like a community space that serves delicious coffee, teas, pastries, tacos, and salads. Every time I visit, this place is full of people studying, playing games, crafting, and sharing conversations. It truly embodies community. There is a box of free coats for neighbors in need, a "know your rights" book at the counter for anyone approached by ICE, and even a basket inviting visitors to write love letters to a trans Texan. Posters for upcoming local events cover the walls, adding to the sense of connection. The location is fantastic, within walking distance of great restaurants and thrift stores. Most importantly, the staff are consistently warm, helpful, and welcoming. This is without question one of my favorite spots in Austin.
The biggest appeal is the 24 hours they're open. They have a specials menu and when I went, there were a few fall specialty drinks: coffee, matcha, and teas. The apple crumble latte I got was great if you're expecting something forward in its syrupy sweetness, which was what I wanted at the moment. Plenty of seating inside and it looks like what would happen if a bunch of people brought their used furniture from the 80s and 90s came together and furnished one big space. Plenty of outlets lining the walls and hanging from ceilings if you're in the open space. Downside for me was their wifi was out when I came, but it did what I needed it to do, which was provide a space for me to focus.
24 hr coffee shop, what's not to like? It's spacious and creaky, seems like you can grab a drink and do some work or chill out there for a bit. These are all positives. I'm not a coffee drinker, so I can't vouch for their coffee. However, it seems they don't put effort into non-coffee drinks. You know, like how some bars don't put effort into non-alcoholic drinks, or how some pizza establishments use disgusting gluten-free dough that is not up to par with their regular pizza dough. Had one of their special iced teas. It was pretty tasteless and watery. Also, I had ordered a blendie. I thought it was going to be like a shake or smoothie. I ordered the horchata version. I think it ended up containing ice cream, coffee, and horchata flavor. It was pretty icy and caffeinated, which wasn't what I was looking for. Otherwise, their coffee items seemed to smell nice. There was also plenty of seating.
Always 5 stars! Great drinks, service, and it wasn't too busy today! I tried their seasonal Blood Orange Matcha de Coco and it is amaaaaaaazing!
Please like this if you've felt personally victimized by Tyler (the mean barista). Other than that coffee was okay, you might run into your ex on the porch! If you ignored the evil baristas then u can have a great time ! Didn't try the pastries, my friend did they were good but Tyler was rude about those too /:
Delicious tea, great vibes and fantastic baristas! Every time I go into Epoch I get that old Austin feel and it's so comforting. Service was quick and easy to order.
horchata slush - 4/5 asked for 1/2 sweet which was the right call. Seems like a chill environment and lots of turnover with people coming in and out, lots of space to study.
Wow! One of the best dirty chai lattes I've had in the city. They also had some kind of apple cider flavored coffee drink that was so good I came two days in a row to get it again! The same guy took our order both days and he was super friendly and made sure to make our drinks himself the second day. He made beautiful art on the cups both days! Inside there were tons of people working on laptops and reading. Atmosphere wasn't too loud and was chill enough to go work or study in. Inside and outside seating was available.
After a three day bender my friend needed some coffee so this place was open 24 hrs. The flat white was okay not that great. My friend had the horchata and he loved it. The crew is decent , bathrooms give 90s punk and they have free condoms. I would recommend coming with low expectations of the coffee. The ambience is decent .
The iced latte was not the best I've had, I ordered with whole milk and it tasted very light as if it was 1% or fat free milk? The matcha was good, a tad sweet for my palate but overall good matcha and enjoyed that more than the iced latte. Old Austin vibes are alive here, nice place to work or study from if you need a change of scenery.
Usually, it's really difficult to find parking in this complex, but I'm miraculously dead so it was excited to go to Epoch to get some work done. I ordered a drip coffee with oat milk and it was really good! I appreciate that they have plenty of seating with outlets, however, there was a really bad smell in the store the entire time - so bad that it prompted me to leave early!
It is located near UTA which is what. We were warmly greeted upon entering the establishment. We asked what their specialties were and he took the time to explain the flavors from their menu. We then proceded to order a 1/2 Mojo and an Iced Chai Latte which were pretty good. Plus, we had the chance to indulge in a cream cheese empanada! Thank you so much for the greeting and hospitality as I visited Austin.
15 days ago
I came once, and it had a laid-back, slightly eclectic energy, but still feel really functional. Plenty of seating, solid Wi-Fi, and a mix of people quietly working or chatting. It's one of the few spots where you don't feel rushed, which makes it easy to stay for a while. Also, I think it's open 24 hours! I appreciate that they have a solid lineup of Cookies/pastries and snacks to go with your drink. It's not overly fancy, just reliable in the best way. Great spot for some people watching, I saw some great outfits.. and believe there's a vintage shop next door if you feel the need to spruce up to fit in hahaha. Overall, a great go-to Austin staple for a reason. Great for getting work done or just hanging out, any time of day or night. read more
4 months ago
One of the best lattes I've had in a long time. Creamy and smooth. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. I visited in the middle of the day on a Sunday and there were no tables available inside. read more
What an amazing business! Actually, I'd say Epoch is more like a community space that serves delicious coffee, teas, pastries, tacos, and salads. Every time I visit, this place is full of people studying, playing games, crafting, and sharing conversations. It truly embodies community. There is a box of free coats for neighbors in need, a "know your rights" book at the counter for anyone approached by ICE, and even a basket inviting visitors to write love letters to a trans Texan. Posters for upcoming local events cover the walls, adding to the sense of connection. The location is fantastic, within walking distance of great restaurants and thrift stores. Most importantly, the staff are consistently warm, helpful, and welcoming. This is without question one of my favorite spots in Austin. read more
The biggest appeal is the 24 hours they're open. They have a specials menu and when I went, there were a few fall specialty drinks: coffee, matcha, and teas. The apple crumble latte I got was great if you're expecting something forward in its syrupy sweetness, which was what I wanted at the moment. Plenty of seating inside and it looks like what would happen if a bunch of people brought their used furniture from the 80s and 90s came together and furnished one big space. Plenty of outlets lining the walls and hanging from ceilings if you're in the open space. Downside for me was their wifi was out when I came, but it did what I needed it to do, which was provide a space for me to focus. read more
24 hr coffee shop, what's not to like? It's spacious and creaky, seems like you can grab a drink and do some work or chill out there for a bit. These are all positives. I'm not a coffee drinker, so I can't vouch for their coffee. However, it seems they don't put effort into non-coffee drinks. You know, like how some bars don't put effort into non-alcoholic drinks, or how some pizza establishments use disgusting gluten-free dough that is not up to par with their regular pizza dough. Had one of their special iced teas. It was pretty tasteless and watery. Also, I had ordered a blendie. I thought it was going to be like a shake or smoothie. I ordered the horchata version. I think it ended up containing ice cream, coffee, and horchata flavor. It was pretty icy and caffeinated, which wasn't what I was looking for. Otherwise, their coffee items seemed to smell nice. There was also plenty of seating. read more
1 year ago
Always 5 stars! Great drinks, service, and it wasn't too busy today! I tried their seasonal Blood Orange Matcha de Coco and it is amaaaaaaazing! read more
1 year ago
Please like this if you've felt personally victimized by Tyler (the mean barista). Other than that coffee was okay, you might run into your ex on the porch! If you ignored the evil baristas then u can have a great time ! Didn't try the pastries, my friend did they were good but Tyler was rude about those too /: read more
1 year ago
Delicious tea, great vibes and fantastic baristas! Every time I go into Epoch I get that old Austin feel and it's so comforting. Service was quick and easy to order. read more
3 months ago
Wow! One of the best dirty chai lattes I've had in the city. They also had some kind of apple cider flavored coffee drink that was so good I came two days in a row to get it again! The same guy took our order both days and he was super friendly and made sure to make our drinks himself the second day. He made beautiful art on the cups both days! Inside there were tons of people working on laptops and reading. Atmosphere wasn't too loud and was chill enough to go work or study in. Inside and outside seating was available. read more
10 months ago
11 months ago
After a three day bender my friend needed some coffee so this place was open 24 hrs. The flat white was okay not that great. My friend had the horchata and he loved it. The crew is decent , bathrooms give 90s punk and they have free condoms. I would recommend coming with low expectations of the coffee. The ambience is decent . read more
3 months ago
7 months ago
The iced latte was not the best I've had, I ordered with whole milk and it tasted very light as if it was 1% or fat free milk? The matcha was good, a tad sweet for my palate but overall good matcha and enjoyed that more than the iced latte. Old Austin vibes are alive here, nice place to work or study from if you need a change of scenery. read more
Usually, it's really difficult to find parking in this complex, but I'm miraculously dead so it was excited to go to Epoch to get some work done. I ordered a drip coffee with oat milk and it was really good! I appreciate that they have plenty of seating with outlets, however, there was a really bad smell in the store the entire time - so bad that it prompted me to leave early! read more
8 months ago
It is located near UTA which is what. We were warmly greeted upon entering the establishment. We asked what their specialties were and he took the time to explain the flavors from their menu. We then proceded to order a 1/2 Mojo and an Iced Chai Latte which were pretty good. Plus, we had the chance to indulge in a cream cheese empanada! Thank you so much for the greeting and hospitality as I visited Austin. read more
I drink a lot of milk now, and they have really good milk. I like to dunk the cookies in the milk--I have pictures. The coffee is great, the tea is great, but the Bagel Dogs are worthy of their own religion. Please oh great and mighty Bagel Dog, forgive whoever used the bathroom before me. I'd like to take this opportunity to talk about Ram. Ram is a barista, but he's more like a cross between Jason Statham and a really cuddly Labrador. He's my therapist and I think he might actually be a Bagel Dog dressed in a human outfit. Honorable mentions to Zephyr, Lucy, Anthony and Anid--I'M SO SORRY I PROBABLY SPELLED THAT WRONG, I'M A HORRIBLE PERSON. They are all awesome too. If you happen to encounter Dave, just relax. Move slowly and intentionally, make some punny dad-jokes and he will warm right up to you. Epoch on north loop is a staple of the Austin lifestyle. You can get jacked up on espresso and watch people aggressively talk to themselves. Literally, I saw a dude get into an epic argument with himself but ended up working it out and becoming his own best friend. Epoch is also a great place to meet a ragtag crew of misfits who like board games, arts, crafts and activities of all sorts. I've met some really great people there. For a conversation lasting longer than four hours, please consult a barista. Don't mind the young people on laptops. They all have tests, papers and deadlines to grind on. I'm so proud of them. When I was there age, I just did drugs and went to parties every night. So yeah, go to Epoch but PLEASE don't be a Karen or an entitled little b**** about s***. Also, don't be a bigot, racist or homophobe. Just be normal ffs. Don't be trying to drink mad dog 20/20 grape on the patio like we don't all see and smell you. Seriously, you are not fooling anyone, you are not sneaky, you just look stupid and everyone is looking at you and shaking their heads. I love Epoch. There are fancier coffee shops that look and feel like an episode of the show Friends, but Epoch is like Gotham City, and you are John Wick. read more
2 years ago
We stopped by this well-known Austinite-vibe, 24/7 coffee shop for to-go drinks on a Sunday afternoon. The iced matcha had a good flavor, but the honey they added was a bit too much. It leaned on the sweeter side, and I think one less pump would have made it perfect. Next time, I'll ask for it half sweet so I don't feel like I am drinking Matcha flavored syrup. The iced latte was a disappointment. Given the shop's reputation, I expected something smooth, creamy and balanced, but it tasted watered down, like it was made with low fat milk. The coffee itself was bold and flavorful, but it didn't blend well with the milk--it felt like two separate drinks in the same cup. And since they used whole milk, I'm not sure why it lacked richness. That said, the atmosphere is great--lots of people working on laptops, like a co-working space. The staff was kind and efficient, and we got our drinks quickly. Overall, a mixed experience. I think I'd come back and give it another try, but with a few tweaks to my order. read more
5 months ago
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3 years ago
This is a nice, hipster, eclectic, neighborhood coffee shop. Its a decent size with seating indoors and outdoors, but a lot of the tables are claimed by patrons working (like most coffee shops in Austin!) - I'd recommend getting here early. The spot is a bit grungy, but the coffee was good. They had a good selection of specialty drinks that were tasty if you like sweet or flavored drinks. Overall, hygge vibes and good coffee, but wouldn't recommend coming here for food. read more
2 years ago
Epoch is a great local coffeeshop to people watch, study/work, or catch up with friends. Austin is full of cute coffeeshops and this is definitely one of them. Their menu is expansive and offers many seasonal items as well, including seasonal flavored lattes and treats. The coffeeshop offers tons of seating, both indoors and outdoors, as well as various accessible outlets for when you need to get work done. read more
I stopped by here on a Monday afternoon and it was quite busy, thankfully I was still able to find a spot to do some work at. The place definitely gives a fun weird Austin coffee shop vibe and I loved every bit with the mismatched chairs, funky light fixtures and chill atmosphere. I got a delicious coffee that the barista made perfectly (iced latte with oat milk and some vanilla) . Not a ton of ice in it and full of flavor without being too sweet. The area this shop is in is definitely cool and I can't wait to check it out a less hot afternoon. Parking wasn't too hard to find because there is a huge parking lot with assignments spots for the businesses in the area. read more
Place was very spacious with seats indoor and outdoors. It was hipster hippie area with the decor but definitely welcoming of everyone. Service was great as they gave me options and wanted to try tea. White mango was great but also got a taco which was okay but oatmeal cream pie was delicious. It was nice and cold which I prefer, I imagine some would find it too chilly. read more
2 years ago
This place is fantastic. Epoch has an amazing Chai latte and the vibe is very much Austin. read more
Always the early one up, I needed something to do, somewhere to go to keep busy, and entertained. So I happened across Epoch in my search. I saddled up, and drove 15 minutes to a place that was supposedly 3.5 miles away... Upon arrival, I was met by a wee line up to the door, not yet outside of it. Ben was working the till, and took my order. Nice fella. They were out of half their normal taco selection. The only ones left were a vegetarian and a vegan option. I went vegan, and it was delicious. I had their iced mojo. It was okay. I think I would've preferred something with a little more flavor to it. They had ample seating inside and out. The parking wasn't too bad either. Their front lot was filled, so I parked off to the side/back lot. I could it getting super busy at rush times. Overall a great spot for beans, books, or whatever you're getting into. read more
A coffee shop that opens 24 hours, a rare place to come by. I arrived at 9pm and the place was packed with students and people who I assumed are workers who need to grind out some work late night. I was greeted by a unenthusiastic person at the front, which I was not surprised from the reviews lol. I got myself a mexican mocha. This place has a grunt, unkempt characteristic to it. There isn't really an aesthetic and cozy cute vibes coffee shop here. We're in Austin after all. Seating was ample but the place was packed, so you might need to sit along the coffee station? if thats your case. There are outlets under the table there too. Wifi is free and has good connections. The drink was bland and mediocre. A solid 6/10. Place blasted AC even during a night of 67 degrees, the music was very loud too, probably to not induce workers into sleepy mode, which I willingly oblige. Would I come back here? may be as it's one of the few places that provide a motivating late night working ambiance or if I happen to be close to the area and want to chill outside. read more
The coffee is really great and the service is QUICK! I'm not a fan of the interesting crowd, but it reminds me of a quirky coffee shop I visit in Houston. My favorite thing is how they always have fresh, strong coffee that is freshly ground and brewed while also offering a place to work remotely im a quiet environment. If you are looking for a more refined coffee spot-- this isn't the one for you. My favorite things about Epoch: 1. It's weird, it's quirky, and you'll always meet someone cool. 2. Because it's weird and quirky, so are the smells of those closest to you (please be kind). 3. The restroom is a must for photographers, alike. 4. They are extremely accommodating for service animals and assisting you if you have a disability. They helped read the menu for me and brought my espresso halfway to me. 5. The baristas are knowledgeable about coffee, roasts and what they offer. They won't talk out of their ass to sell you the most expensive "popular" drink that tastes like watered down tea... it actually tastes like REAL coffee!! If you're a student, nomad, traveler or caffeine aficionado, you will not go wrong in checking out this spot. It is open 24 hours and has slowly become one of my fave spots to grab a strong cup of Joe in Austin. read more
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3 years ago
Good atmosphere. If you get here before 10, they will have tacos and I believe that's a daily thing-there's a vegan option too. The red sauce is not spicy. The tamale is supposed to be always available. Sometimes not all staff are friendly. I have been to the 24 hr location and the one down the hill. read more
5 years ago
We were looking for a place to settle down for a while and work... We wanted to be around people, a cozy quiet atmosphere, and good coffee to keep us going: welcome to Epoch! It is now open every day until midnight! Awesome sauce!! The only hard thing is finding a spot because everyone knows that Epoch is the only cafe around that takes coffee seriously and is cozy and a fun place to work until midnight so the chairs and tables and every nook and cranny was taken. It was a cold cold night and we were not seating outdoors so we took our lattes to go and went home to work, with our delicious lattes! Next time Epoch! read more
Cute, homey coffee shop for all your studying needs! Epoch has been my go to away-from-office work space for a few months now. Checks off all the boxes but nothing out of this world. PreFood: Parking is ample. Can get filled up fast during the busy hours so try to get there early / not at peak times. Unless you plan to bike there is plenty of space on the multiple bike racks. Not a ton of tables inside so on an extreme Austin weather day, you may be rubbing elbows at one of the big tables with a fellow patron. But good bit of outdoor seating too. Food/Drink: I'm no coffee aficionado, so the drink selection fills my needs but it's nothing exceptional. The add-ons can get a bit pricey so if you're not conscious of the syrups and almond milk, before you know it you might have a $7.50 latte post-tip. If you're there for simple cup of coffee to grind away a lit essay, you'll be fine. Not the broadest level of pastry/food selection, so may want to eat lunch before. The Bagel Dog was a pretty fun and substantial breakfast if you're a fan of glizzies Service: Baristas are always nice and on top of things. Have not had any problems service wise. Vibe is homey and cozy. Whoever is on aux most days does a good job of providing ambiance, but it's quiet enough to tune out with headphones. read more
2 years ago
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221 W North Loop Blvd
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