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    Fifth Street Diner

    3.4 (60 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Grapefruit with torched sugar.  Very nice!
    Pedro S.

    This is a terrific diner on 5th St and San Jacinto. It's part of the Thompson Austin Hotel, and the diner is the breakfast venue included for those who purchase a room that includes breakfast. It's set up like an old 50s diner, or at least that's what they're going for. It's comfortable and welcoming. I had breakfast here every morning of the 5 days I stayed. The standout dishes for me were the Classic Breakfast, where you pick 2 eggs any way you want them, bacon or sausage (chicken or pork), and any bread as toast. The pototoes didn't measure up to the rest of the food items and I found myself leaving most of them. They're not crispy or very flavorful. It's an item they need to improve on. The sausage and the eggs were great. I also had the Bread Pudding French Toast one morning and I will say that was the best dish of all. They were fluffy and nicely cooked and included a good amount of berries. I would also recommend the half grapefruit, which they give you with torched sugar on top. The fruit plate included a good amount of pineapple, cantalope, blueberries and blackberries. I found myself ordering it in addition to the breakfast plate 3 times. The staff was very friendly and efficient. This diner adds to the experience at the Thompson Austin and is one of the reasons I would return.

    Cindy L.

    I should've checked the reviews before I ate there. The kind of, food, that they served is in question. I was extremely disappointed in the quality and the taste. I couldn't eat the seed oil potatoes at all. It was difficult to eat the egg that was cooked with the seed oil as well. The bacon even tasted old, I don't understand why they can't cook, eggs and potatoes in the bacon fat, that's what I would do. Now that I know what I know, I would not go back or recommend. I JUST CAN'T

    All those potatoes!!!
    Angela B.

    I've walked by here a million times when they were closed. They close at 2, so no late brunch here. Super cute interior and I loved the quote above the bar. As a single diner sat at the bar and was pleasantly surprised the stools didn't have my legs dangling. I hate that as I'm not the tallest person around. Anyhoo, ordered coffee and the brisket hash. Coffee was good and the hash just had a ton of potatoes. Like tooo much. I'd recommend to ask for the potatoes on the side. The brisket was good and the eggs cooked fine. Service was prompt and friendly. Everyone that walked in the door is greeted right away, a team effort which was nice to see. Overall good experience and I'd keep in mind for the next time I'm nearby before 2pm.

    Patrick W.

    I felt like I took a trip down 1950s Avenue. If anyone loves diner food this is the place to come. We came here for brunch in the middle of the week which was awesome because we were one of a few handfuls of patrons. Sometimes when it's quiet, it's nice to be in a restaurant when you're just one of a few there being served. This was one of the occasions. Our server was very nice and polite and was there to serve us with a bunch of smiles and cracked a few jokes along the way. I highly recommend coming down here even if it's for a plate of bacon and eggs for breakfast. Will not disappoint!

    Candace G.

    I've eaten here a couple times and I've always enjoyed it. It gives laid back diner vibes but you're in the middle of downtown. The food is always great quality, nothing over the top but it's been reliably good. It's usually pretty busy on the weekends so I'd arrive early to avoid the wait. No complaints about this place but it also doesn't stand out as a must try.

    Brisket hash & French Toast

    Very cool old school feel. Food was so good had breakfast here every morning while on vacation here. Very quick service.

    Green Eggs and Ham Benedict

    The vibe is sooooo cute and I love the diner theme. I had the Benedict which was kinda mediocre and my parents had the club sandwich. They absolutely loved the club sandwich. The service could've been better, there were maybe 3 other people and we didn't get check in on until we got our bill.

    Single Pancake + Blue Berries
    Leah K.

    5th Street Diner -- Austin, TX (Where the butter was soft, the pancake was mid, and the interior had main character energy in a poodle skirt.) Walked in and immediately felt like I had just entered the opening scene of a very well-lit indie film. Mint-green chairs, checkerboard floors, amber water glasses. Honestly? Aesthetic excellence. If Instagram were a person, she'd be sitting at that counter ordering hash browns with a vintage camera and a secret. The vibe? Cute. Playfully retro without trying too hard. The Anthony Bourdain quote overhead gave it just the right amount of culinary ego, and the whole place felt like it was designed for people who don't mind paying $6 for tap water if the natural light is hitting their cheekbone just right. And I respect that. Noise level (11:30am, Saturday): Shockingly peaceful. No chaotic silverware symphony. No toddlers peaking in volume. People using their inside voices in 2025 is peak condition. Just chill brunch energy and one guy in a Patagonia hat reading the menu like it was a manifesto. 10/10. The latte: $6. Bitter. Drinkable. Came with oat milk and zero upcharge -- which feels rare enough in this city to count as a blessing. Not life-changing, but she got the job done and we avoided a caffeine withdrawal catastrophe. The pancake: Thin. Underwhelming. Whispered "health food" at me. I wasn't mad... I was just disappointed. Syrup helped. Butter helped more. Speaking of butter: It was soft. In a side dish. Served like it had a trust fund and a skincare routine. No foil-wrapped shame cubes. Just golden, creamy, spreadable confidence. Truly the standout of the whole plate. Blueberries: $1 extra for real ones. Bursty and sweet. The pancake's only real personality trait. Total: $15.40 + priceless butter moment $5 pancake $1 blueberries $6 latte TL;DR -- If you're brunching for the aesthetic, absolutely go. If you're looking to be spiritually moved by a pancake, keep walking. Would I return? Yes. But I'd order something else -- and definitely ask for extra butter. Soft recommend

    Steak and eggs
    Daisy S.

    Fantastic! Lovely staff and chef is hands on. Manning the station like a pro. Amazing vibe and great food. The steak and eggs is the bomb dot com! Espresso martini on tap is STRONG (perfection). Love this place and its aesthetic.

    Vanilla Latte
    Joanna M.

    This location has metered street parking and is also attached to the Thompson and tommie hotels. We went early on a Tuesday morning and wasn't super busy yet but got busier by the time we got our food. We got seated quickly and the service was decent. The wait time for food once you ordered wasn't too long. My latte was better than expected but not sure I would order again. I really enjoyed the brisket hash and their habanero salsa was a good quick to add on. The eggs were cooked well. The potatoes were good. The vibe is retro diner but had great natural light for a more modern cute diner feel.

    Chicken tenders
    Wendilyn I.

    The service was good and the diner itself is very cute. The food, however, took a long time to be cooked and I think it's overpriced. I had the El Club sandwich and it was just too big. It had 3 slices of bread to include all of the food jam packed in it and it wasn't necessarily flavorful either. The salad had lettuce that was wilting and it was t very appetizing. My coworker had the chicken tenders and he remarked that it seemed like they were cooked in old grease. The fried were crispy and good with the sauce. I wouldn't say that this place is worth the prices so I won't return.

    AVOCADO TOAST sourdough toast, smashed avocado, fried egg, pickled red onion, crispy shallots, crunchy garlic-chili oil
    Carol C.

    I came twice, once on a weekday and again on a very busy Sunday. My second visit was much better, both in service and food. So overall a 3 star experience if you average the two visits. I highly recommend the Avocado Toast - it's tops with the fried shallots and chili oil. Really not very spicy and easy to pick up and eat.

    Quote from the late, great Anthony Bourdain
    Andrew C.

    On 5th street so right in the heart of Austin. Very much a 50's diner in style so a good retro vibe. I saw some online recommendations for the steak and eggs so that's what I tried. Phenomenal and easily the best I have had. The steak was definitely towards the prime end of the spectrum in quality. So tender you could cut it with a fork. Service was great too. Great quote from the late Anthony Bourdain above the counter too, check it out.

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