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Locally owned & operated

Gluten-free friendly

Can I get a mimosa! Yes I can!!! And you can too, with some awesome unique fresh juices too! The…read morecarafe is a great deal. Definitely not your "classic" diner. This is upleveled with healthier and tastier classic diner dishes. We sat outside on a nice rare cooler Austin morning and the staff still made sure to check on us consistently. We never felt that sitting outside kept us away or out of site. Will definitely go again! One callout is that they don't list all the ingredients that normally would be listed so maybe just triple check if you're allergic to anything. We had someone allergic to mushrooms and one of the gravy's had mushrooms in it which wasn't listed

In the true anthony bourdain spirit, I will give an honest review…read more I went here with my family over the weekend and the food was just meh. The chicken was cooked to perfection but that was the only thing we truly enjoyed. The biscuit was seemingly made in a sheet and cut. Even when we ordered a side it was split in half, so you never really got that satisfying bite of biscuit with the flaky top. Everything we had (the badass bacon and eggs, brisket breakfast sandwich, chicken sandwich, chicken and biscuit sandwich, and biscuits and gravy) were okay but not super. I was disappointed in the gravy which was just a little odd. The side of red potatoes was interesting but not our favorite. No hate to the place, just not at all what I was expecting. The service and /decor were great. The food was just not to our taste.

10.1 mi•SoCo (S. Congress Ave.), Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)

Cheeky monkey, fried French toast, eggs Benedict and slab of bacon

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June's

4.0(585 reviews)

June's is one of those places I find myself coming back to at least twice a month, and for good…read morereason. Their burger is easily one of the best I've had in Austin, especially paired with their thin, crispy fries. It's my go-to order almost every time. One thing I love is that they switch up the steak portion of the menu a few times a year, and it never disappoints. Right now they have the steak au poivre, which is incredible, although I'm still craving their steak frites and hoping it makes a comeback. The escargot and French onion soup are also favorites of mine. At this point, June's has become a staple in our house--usually with a couple of Diet Cokes and either the burger or whatever steak they're featuring. A few of my friends swear by the chicken sandwich (fair warning: it can get a little messy!), the half roasted chicken, and the tuna crudo, so you really can't go wrong no matter what you order. On top of the amazing food, the staff is always incredibly kind and welcoming, which keeps us coming back. I definitely recommend making a reservation since it tends to get pretty busy, especially during peak hours.

Notes from the patio on a moderately-warm, sunny day…read more.. Service on one side is slower and shady, but AUTUMN and TYLER are bringing brunch with pastries and good cheer (+INTELLIGENTSIA Coffee, CHAI Latte & favorite JUICES) on another. My CHALUPA was tasty but I know where to find better... This is still my favorite haunt for one of the best BURGERS in town, TARTARE (both with FRENCH FRIES), checking it twice for rare finds from lady winemakers including ANTICA TERRA & SUSANA BALBO.

10.1 mi•SoCo (S. Congress Ave.), 78704 (South Austin)

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Fried Chicken Sandwich

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Café No Sé

3.9(758 reviews)

I had the avocado toast, my colleague had the burger. Overall I thought my toast was delicious. The…read morebread was crisp and th avacodo was the right texture with the right amount of dressing etc all. The salad also was fresh and had the correct amount of dressing.

Stopped by for a quick matcha and pastry…read more Tried the matcha latte iced with vanilla syrup / pretty good but nothing special overall and around $8 I also tried the ham and cheese croissant - delicious!! So good I ordered everything online and it was all ready once I arrived - great service Cute spot overall Inside of the hotel!

10.1 mi•SoCo (S. Congress Ave.), Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)

Avocado toast

Muesli

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Everything Bagel with Chicken Liver Pate

Magnolia Cafe South

3.8(2k reviews)

Full transparency--I have never dined here before the hours of 2:00am. While my experiences might…read morebe different from those who've dined here for brunch or another daytime meal, I must say with full force that there is nothing quite like going out with your friends on a Friday, knowing that Magnolia Cafe is waiting for you with open arms at the end of the night. First, the service. It's quick. The people are incredibly friendly. And even with a bigger group of people, they were accommodating on how we wanted to split the bill. Thank you! Next, the food. Get the Spinach and Artichoke Dip! Please. I beg you. The bread it comes with is absolute gas. I could chow down on it forever. The dip itself is super creamy and rich with lots of big pieces of artichoke. Perfect for sharing. After trying out a few different entrees, I think my favorite would have to be their Chicken Enchiladas. It heats up real well as leftovers too. I'm also a big fan of their Mag-Mocha Coffee. It's like a hot chocolate with coffee, and I can't wait till it's a little cooler to start ordering it again. Their other food is pretty much standard diner food. As glowing as this review is, it's honestly not like a "This is the best brunch spot! Austin Top 25 Places to Go" type food. But the sentimental value of this place makes up for it. My only complaint: Their AC stays pumping. Bring a jacket. It's incredibly cold. Also, this place is open 24 hours! You can't beat that!

I really wanted to love this place, especially since it's considered an Austin staple, but…read moreunfortunately, my experience was pretty mixed. My biggest issue started before I even got seated. There is a QR code that you're required to use to join the waitlist/queue, but this is not clearly communicated on their website. You essentially have to arrive at the restaurant and figure it out once you're there. For a restaurant that is known for having long waits and high traffic, I feel like this information should be clearly stated online so people can plan accordingly. Once I joined the queue, I was number 43 and ended up waiting about an hour and a half before being seated. I understand that popular restaurants can have long wait times, but the lack of transparency about how the process works made the experience more frustrating than it needed to be. Once inside, the ambiance was actually quite quaint and charming. That said, considering how much traffic this restaurant gets, I was surprised by how limited the space is. I honestly think expanding the property would make a huge difference, although I understand that may not be entirely within their control. One thing I will give them major credit for is the menu. Online, the selection makes it look somewhat limited, but once you're there, they actually have 50+ food options, so there is plenty to choose from. That was definitely a pleasant surprise. Unfortunately, my entrée was disappointing. I ordered a shredded beef taco with salsa and substituted a side salad. The beef was extremely tender, but unfortunately, it was also very dry. The salad was another disappointment because the vinaigrette was honestly not good. I don't think I've ever had a vinaigrette that I actively disliked until this meal. Thankfully, my fiancé had a much better experience. He ordered an enchilada and said it was one of the top five enchiladas he's ever had, so clearly there are some standout dishes on the menu. That definitely made me curious about trying something different if I ever return. I also really enjoyed that they offer hibiscus tea. I was very happy to see it on the menu, although I personally think it would be better served on its own rather than incorporated into one of their mixed drinks. The drink itself was just okay, but the hibiscus flavor was great. Overall, I can see why this place has become an Austin staple, but I think the experience could be improved significantly by making the waitlist process much clearer online and by improving the consistency of some of the food. The menu has a lot of potential, and clearly, some dishes are excellent! Unfortunately, mine just wasn't one of them.

10.2 mi•Travis Heights, SoCo (S. Congress Ave.), Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)

4:30 is a great time to visit, if you want to avoid a wait!

Neptuniun Landscape

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The Toasty Badger

4.3(261 reviews)

Free parking

Outdoor seating

Justice for toasty badger!!!! I've driven past this place so many times and didn't think anything…read moreof it. The exterior to me feels like it's completely underselling what it is.... Which is one of the best brunch spots in Austin. Like I was blown away by how good the food was. I wasn't aware of your game Toasty Badger!!!! Everything was SO good. Someone got steak & eggs, biscuits and gravy, a burger, breakfast plate, s'mores pancakes.... I mean everything across the board blew me away.

wanted to like this place, but the service let the whole visit down. My plate arrived chipped, so I…read morepolitely asked our server to swap it for a fresh one. Instead of taking care of it, she gave me a dirty look and walked off. She never came back with a plate, and she never returned to check on us or ask how the food was. In the end, we had to flag down a different server to get a replacement plate. Serving a chipped plate is a mistake that can happen, but how staff respond to it is what matters, and the reaction here was dismissive and unprofessional. I hope management takes this seriously, because a little attentiveness would have made a big difference.

Retro Old Austin Feel

Late Night Dining

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Moonshine Grill

4.4(6.4k reviews)

9.4 mi•Downtown

Amazing Food, Incredible Drinks & Fantastic Service!…read more What an absolutely fabulous experience at Moonshine Grill in Austin! From the food to the drinks to the service, everything was fantastic! Jessica took great care of us and made our visit even more enjoyable. The ambiance was also really nice, with cute rocking chairs out front and lots of mirrors all over the walls. We had the grilled cheese sandwich with burnt ends, and WOW! The combination of the amazing onions and gooey, delicious cheese was out of this world! We also ordered the sweet potatoes, and I cannot say enough about how good they were! Perfectly sweet and absolutely delicious. Seriously, SO SO good! And the drinks? The lavender lemonade was AMAZING! Refreshing, delicious, and the perfect complement to an already fabulous meal! Between the incredible food, fantastic drinks, and Jessica's wonderful service, this place was a winner all around! If you're in Austin, Moonshine Grill is definitely worth a stop! We loved every bite and sip!

Don't sleep on Moonshine Grill! We've been here a number of times and recently returned for dinner…read moreafter an event at the Fairmont Hotel. We somehow snagged nearby street parking and a table for two with no wait despite it being a busy Saturday evening after a UT football game. Make a reservation if you have a large party or are on a tighter schedule. It's a bit loud for those seated in the lobby/entrance area, but totes a vibe. For food, we ordered the blackened catfish, brisket burnt ends quesadillas, and harvest bowl to share. Everything was delicious and served quickly, even with the aforementioned dinner rush. 10/10 would order the same items again. I was so appreciative of the server splitting the entree over two plates without us asking. Did I mention the complimentary popcorn and cornbread? Twas a FEAST. I'm already thinking about the next time we're going back! If not for Moonshine, definitely for the speakeasy downstairs.

9.7 mi•Warehouse District, Downtown

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Garlic appetizer

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Bourbon pour

The Scarbrough

4.5(97 reviews)

The Mega Omega crepe is where brain food meets a savory explosion of fresh flavor and smooth jazz…read morein an art deco vibe. Plus you meet cool people - like Emmaline (her and her band) who appreciate and add to the experience.

I dined at The Scarbrough for brunch during my stay in Austin. It was just a short, pleasant walk…read morefrom my hotel. The Scarbrough is located inside the Scarbrough Building lobby. They specialize in crepes. They have a handful of small tables as well as couch seating. You place your order at the counter then the staff brings it to you once it's ready. I ordered my go-to drink, an oat milk latte with honey and cinnamon as well as their Lox n' found croiffin. The latte was great. The Lox n' found croiffin comes with a toasted croissant roll, smoked salmon, ricotta, avocado, arugula, capers, pickled onions and dill. I added an egg for an additional charge of $2. This was a beautiful and tasty sandwich! It was very filling, too. I highly recommend checking out this unique spot!

10.2 mi•SoCo (S. Congress Ave.), Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)

Z'more crepe

Where the magic happens!

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The Meteor

4.0(168 reviews)

What a fun and funky coffee and wine bar...interesting combination. I asked my barista how the…read morebusiness came to be named Meteor and he actually did not know. Fortunately, for us the owner was on premises and shared the basis of the name via a postcard... "I would rather be ashes than dust! I would rather that my spark should burn out in a brilliant blaze than it should be stifled by dry-rot I would rather be a superb METEOR every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy permanent planet the function of man is to live, not exist I shall not waste my days trying to prolong them I shall use my time." Jack London (Arthur of Call of the Wild, White Fang, The Sea-Wolf + To Build a Fire) Not sure what all that means, but I interpret to mean that you should live life to fullest...every day...unapologetically. I ordered hibiscus tea, which was fragrant, robust and smooth. In addition, I purchased a pecan chocolate chip mutant large cookie...yum to the nth degree!!! The store sales an assortment of wines and beers from around the world. In addition, they sell coffee and pastries. There is a good amount of indoor seating. On Mondays nights they play jeopardy and the have discounted drinks. Definitely returning...

Solid coffee, delicious breakfast tacos, and cute spot!!…read more In a city with a coffee shop on every corner, here's why the meteor stood out to me: Coffee/matcha its self was really good. We tried the fronks milk which was yummy but for extra $, next time I'd just stick to regular milk. But solid coffee & matcha none the less. The breakfast taco was absolutely delicious and they were made fresh right in front of you!! I was seriously impressed with these. This is one the best breakfast tacos I've had around town. The place itself is just really cute. It would be a great spot to work remote from, but I enjoyed just hanging out there.

10.0 mi•SoCo (S. Congress Ave.), 78704 (South Austin)

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Mañana

4.3(416 reviews)

I looooooved the matcha here…read more I tried the mango sticky rice - amazing!! Blended so perfectly and around 8.50 but it is a larger size I also tried the kouignn Amin pastry and also loved this They heated up it up for me as well which was super nice Overall very cute spot Kinda hidden in the back of the south Congress hotel area near the water trade bar Service was great - super helpful with my questions about the pastries too This spot is great - definitely coming back

Today, not tomorrow. "Hoy, no mañana." I choose Mañana to get my almost daily injection of…read morecaffeine. Mañana is located at the South Congress Hotel has coffee + tea, bakeshop and grab + go offerings (primarily water, kombucha, paletas and juices). Of course I was there for a latte spiked with black sesame vanilla (their most popular latte) according to my barista, which I paired with an almond bear claw. This was not your typical bear claw as it was not eye-squinting sweet but bursting with almond flavoring primarily in the center. It was almost like a crescendo in a symphony when you got to the center of the bear claw. My latte was flavorful in a subtle way with the sesame vanilla permeating throughout the latte. It is important to note that they make their own pastries and tacos each day. The pastries are a bit pricey costing more than my latte. The coffee shop has floor to ceiling windows on two sides with one of the windows opening into a courtyard with additional seating. The beautifully titled coffee bar immediately grabs your attention. In addition, service was quick and efficient. I was in and out the coffee shop within 10 minutes. I parked right in front of the coffee shop as it was early before the meters started to tick.

Mañana interior

Iced Brown Butter Banana Walnut Latte (~$7)

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Iced almond brown sugar latte

Brunch Brunch Baby

4.7(48 reviews)

8.8 mi

Great little spot for a weekend al fresco breakfast with friends. You can drive here, but you can…read morealso bike or walk here from the Ladybird Lake Trail. The menu is small, but the ingredients are fresh. We tried the open faced Lady Bird breakfast sandwich (the Aioli was so so yummy), and the West Coast sandwich. When it's not so hot outside, I want to come back to try the fluffy pancakes with whipped cream and syrup. I even enjoyed the Rye Bread which is typically not my thing - the truck owner talked us into after showing us his breads, and he was very sweet about it. There are a couple other cute trucks in this food park, including a coffee truck in an old trolley to enjoy. They are only open from 8/8:30a-1p, 6 days a week, so they are truly only doing brunch.

There's a new food park here on east riverside with parking, access to the town lake hike and bike…read moretrail, live music, a dog park, photos with Santa, multiple food trucks, home made cookies for sale, and numerous pop-up events. Brunch Brunch Baby had Austrian treats. I think I'm too old for brunch food, but the owner was lovely and the mood was lively. I got a coffee from the food truck next door and walked a few miles around the lake, which was lovely. The food park could use more seating for sure.

Country Boy. Breakfast Burrito

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Monsieur. English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich.

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Lana G.

4 years ago

Used the same gloves to handle cash as they did to pull out people's food. That turned me off and I didn't eat there.

Rene C.

10 years ago

The service, burgers, & doughnuts are excellent and the prices are refreshing.

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