Really good and dense but slightly too sweet for my taste. The service was good and the vibes were…read morenice.

Stopped by Phoebe's Diner while in Austin for business because I didn't want another boring hotel…read morebreakfast. Googled the best breakfast spots near me, and Phoebe's popped up. Glad it did. The menu isn't huge, but honestly that's usually a good sign -- focus on doing a smaller menu really well instead of serving 94 mediocre things and a sad waffle. I ordered the Bad Ass Bacon & Eggs plate. It came with thick-cut bacon, 2 eggs, hash brown casserole, wheat toast, and smoked salsa. Bacon - 9/10 This wasn't your average thin breakfast bacon. Thick-cut, almost pork belly style, with killer flavor and very meaty. Eggs - 9/10 Cooked perfectly and tasted fresh. Simple, but done right. Hash Brown Casserole - 8/10 Different than what I expected, but in a good way. Unique flavor and a great addition to the plate. Salsa - 7/10 Very homemade style salsa with a smoky flavor. Different, but really good. Atmosphere - 9/10 Loved the vibe. Cozy atmosphere, great music, and just an overall comfortable place to sit and enjoy breakfast. If this place was closer to home, I'd eat here often. Service - 10/10 Excellent service. Christy H. was friendly, attentive, and on point the whole time. Overall - 9/10 Definitely a must-try breakfast spot in Austin. They currently have four locations, and after eating here, it's easy to see why.

If breakfast had a hall of fame, Perky Beans Coffee & PB Café would already have a gold jacket…read morehanging up. Came in hungry, left questioning every other country fried steak I've ever eaten--because this one just ruined the competition. Crispy, tender, smothered in perfection... easily the best I've ever had. My wife ordered the cinnamon roll French toast, and I'm not exaggerating when I say it felt illegal how good it was. Like dessert disguised as breakfast in the best way possible. And don't sleep on the strawberry cream cheese pancakes--they're the kind of good that makes you pause mid-bite and rethink your life choices. Then there are the bacon twists... I don't even have the words. Just order them. Trust me. Shoutout to Olivia, our server--absolute rockstar. Super friendly, on point, and made the whole experience even better. Bottom line: every time we come here, it's a win. Great food, great vibes, great people. If you leave hungry, that's on you.

Brunch on a weekend around here isn't that easy to obtain. It seems the blooming population has…read moreoverloaded the volume of brunch capability. The good news is there are several places that have waitlists and there are even some places that take reservations so if you're planning includes a time that's likely to attract a lot of diners. I would suggest that would be the way to decide your destination. We did in fact, use the waitlist Sunday at Perky Beans. It allowed us to see how many parties were in front of us and advised that we would be texted when our table was ready. We waited about a half hour in our vehicle until we were texted and then headed in and we were seated immediately. Junny was our server. She seated us and gave us menus. I ordered a Hazelnut Coffee and a Virgin Mary(bloody Mary without the alcohol). My granddaughter ordered Water. We took a few minutes looking over the menus. There were quite a few options. Lots of tempting items, but it's hard for me to turn down biscuits and gravy since I love homemade biscuits and unfortunately mine don't turn out-2 eggs and home fried potatoes accompanied that. My granddaughter ordered the " sample the Eggs Benedict," which offered her the option of choosing two half Benedicts offered-which is a great way to determine your preference. She also opted for the home fried potatoes. Right about then Junny went and got my Virgin Mary, which they had really done up nicely! It was every bit as pretty as the alcoholic version with a nice crisp celery, stick, and a Gerkin pickle, Green olive and fresh Orange section. It was very tasty. We waited about 40 minutes for our food. It was very busy and I think it's difficult to manage the coffee side of the café along with the dining room side especially on a very busy Sunday. (That is why I deducted one star from our rating.) It did appear that they had adequate service staff, of course we couldn't observe the kitchen area so not sure how many cooks. We did enjoy the restaurant as a whole and we do plan to return to order some of the other delicious offerings on the menu. Fantastic to have a great brunch option right in Leander!!!

A beautiful, warm and cozy house/B&B! The Inn Keepers are wonderful - so knowledgeable about the…read morehistory of the house and the area. They were very accommodating and caring with special food needs. Went above and beyond to serve breakfast items my husband could eat. Even sent us home with items they wouldn't eat. So thoughtful! Our room in the carriage house was so spacious. Definitely recommend this place and would stay again if in the area.

What an incredible B&B. We stayed for three nights and we had a great experience. The San…read moreGabriel House is located in the Olive Street National Historic District of Georgetown, TX. Not only is the house beautiful, the interior of the house is warm and inviting. Our room was spacious and relaxing. Our bed was so comfortable, it was hard to get out of bed. (In a very good way). The house has a great backyard, with plenty of mature pecan trees that provides plenty of shade so you can sit outside and relax. The property has beautiful landscaping, and really helps you decompress. Danni and Mark manage the B&B, and they live on site. Danni is very friendly and she goes out of her way to make sure everyone is is having a great experience. Danni creates some of the best breakfasts that we have ever had, and her creations could be on any fine dining menu. We met Jeannie, the owner, and she was very nice. We also met some great guests, and one couple lives near us. We really connected and we will be going to lunch with them in two weeks. We will definitely go back and visit on our next trip to Georgetown.

Food is really good, they have a wide range of breakfast items and really yummy drinks like the…read morecode was good and that butterfly limeade was delicious, it is a bit pricey so I would look at that but the experience was amazing

Really solid brunch spot--everything moved fast from the moment we sat downstairs . Service was…read morespot-on: our waitress was constantly attentive, super nice, and kept things flowing without hovering. Portions are generous, so if you're not a big eater, definitely share a plate or plan to take leftovers home. We got the French toast, and it was delicious--more like a dessert than your standard breakfast, loaded with sweetness and toppings. If you've got a sweet tooth, you'll love it (it's indulgent in the best way). Overall, great vibe, creative menu, and no long waits. We'll be back for sure--maybe try the pancakes next time. Highly recommend for a fun, quick brunch!

The vibes at this place are immaculate…read more Our family has donuts every Sunday and had started to feel pretty burnt out with our options. This is THE BEST donut shop we've been to in a very long time. The donut and coffee selection is very impressive, to say the least. They also have breakfast sandwiches, breakfast tacos, smoothies, milkshakes. The list is long. We tried an apple fritter, a croissants sandwich, a bagel sandwich and breakfast tacos. We also got a lavender latte and an americano. Everything was made fresh and we were all very pleased. The decor is on point. Old cartoons play on silent with pleasant soft music playing at exactly the right volume. The team is very pleasant seems very happy. It's also super clean. Oh! Another bonus: They have a few games. I stand firmly behind the five stars! We will be back. Next time we'll bring the rest of the fam. Update: Smoothies are good!

We were excited to try this cafe after seeing the strong reviews, but unfortunately our experience…read moredidn't match the hype. My husband and I ordered two iced vanilla lattes with almond milk, and both drinks were difficult to drink. The espresso tasted very burnt and overly acidic, and one latte was especially watered down due to having very little ice. We ended up throwing both away, which was disappointing after spending around $15. As people who genuinely love coffee and enjoy supporting local cafes, we don't expect perfection, but we do expect some consistency and care in preparation. Hoping this was just an off day, because the space and reviews made us really want to love it.

One of the best restaurants in Texas! Amazing chicken fried chicken (steak), burgers, salads and…read moresandwiches. I always take out of owners here.

Gave it another shot... yet again our salads came after our meal, the service was extremely slow…read morehaving to ask other servers for refills, and I got on the waitlist ahead of time but since we wanted to sit outside we were bumped back to the end of the waitlist (which we could see on the yelp app). I got on the waitlist since I was 3 days postpartum and hoped to be in and out, unfortunately it look us 3 hours between being notified we were at the end of the list again to checking out. Insane. I was yet again reminded why we don't go here anymore. To management: the food is good, these are fixable issues. Come on now...

Strawberry in a cup was yummy, there was a lot so took me awhile to finish…read morePassionfruit cream puff was delicious, I'm happy with how much passionfruit I tasted in each bite Lemon smash buttercream cookie sandwich is #1 - the cookie was so soft and the butter cream was absolutely perfect, one bite and it took me back to Brazil Vanilla raspberry cake slice was fantastic - looks like a pound cake but it's much less dense. Each bite was a taste of heaven (it's my favorite flavor profile) As always the staff are super kind and the vibes are a cute bake shop.

Amazing pastries!!! My coffee wasn't quite sweet enough but the barista fixed it! We loved our food!read more

Amazing experience! Everything was so perfect, the food, the service, the ambiance more than…read moreamazing. You need to visit

I enjoyed the sandwich and salad combo. My BLT was outstanding! The bread was buttery, toasted and…read morethick. There were 3 thick strips of folded bacon, with tomato, and leaf lettuce. The bacon was chewy.  My fingers were greasy from the buttery bread and wet from the tomato and lettuce dripping with the mayo. Fabulous! The strawberry salad was fresh, and the chicken sliced very thin. But the chicken was very bland, and there were few strawberries on the salad for the salad to have this name. The vinaigrette was poured on with a heavy hand as well. I won't select this salad again. The lemonade was a disappointment.  It tastes artificial and sweet. I'm looking forward to eating here again to try something different. I don't believe this is truly a 3-star restaurant (based on my sandwich) and would like to see how this review can be improved.

I've lived in this area for 5 years and never knew of this gem! Not a lot of breakfast places on or…read morejust off of 620. I literally drive by Hudson Bay twice a day, 5 days a week for work. I'm kicking myself that I've missed out on the last 5 years! So obviously this is my first time in. I walked in, not knowing what to expect. A lady behind the bar made eye contact with me, greeted me & said sit wherever you want. A lot of tables were taken. There were a couple open, But I'm solo, so I sat up at the bar. Another lady came over and started chatting with me like we were old friends, which I love. God Bless Texas! She was telling me everything is good, you're not going to be disappointed. Burgers are fabulous. And so on. Once she said waffles, I was in! She wondered off cleaning and helping other patrons. I looked over the menu, saw chicken and waffles. I was sold! A young man came over and asked if I had a drink in mind. I said yes. Mexican Coke. Would you believe I've never had Mexican Coke before. It's true. This was my first, right here at Texas Toast Breakfast and Burgers. Memories being made. To be honest, I don't drink soda much at all. I also said I was ready with my food order too. Chicken and waffles. He said good choice, it's a big Texas shaped waffle (love it) with a big piece of fried chicken. He put my order in and gave me my Coke in a bottle. No fountain type drink. Felt like an 80's Coke commercial with a real glass bottle. Feeling fancy. Since I'm solo, I put my ear phones in and listened to my own music. A little Lenny Kravitz, American Women, if you're interested in what I was listening to. My plate came out, and Oh ! My ! Word !!! Chicken & waffle big as my plate. I nearly cried, gasped, unbelievable! Seriously, this was a solid breakfast, and now I'm really bummed I've missed out for 5 years! I joined the clean plate club even though I was completely stuffed. Chicken was tender, juicy, hot and fried perfectly. Light crispy, not greasy. So, so good. The waffle was light & fluffy, but once I smeared the butter on it and soaked it with syrup, I put the chicken back on top of the waffle and cut away at both. Solid breakfast. Completely epic. Enjoyed every bite. Was in my own little world with my music and good food and an amazing Mexican soda. The service, way top notch. I felt like family. The young man that took my order, Alvaro M, totally chill with me, we talked a little about ourselves. And that I never knew this was here even though I drive by on 620 for work. Truly, great service. As a solo diner, it's nice to have human contact. Even though I had my ear phones in 1 ear, so I could still hear and interact. Had the best service, food, interaction. Couldn't have asked for a better first impression. Can't wait to come back. Parking lot is pretty large. So you shouldn't have a problem finding a place. This seems like an off the beat residential neighborhood with a lot of RV parks, and boat launching area. Like I said, hidden gem!

We made the 40-minute drive out to Hudson Bend to try Texas Toast Breakfast and Burgers after…read morehearing they serve one of the best chicken fried steaks around. Now... let me be clear. I grew up eating (and later making) really good chicken fried steak. So I didn't come in casual. I came in ready to evaluate. First things first: this spot is tucked into a strip mall, and if you're not paying attention, you'll drive right past it. Keep your eyes open. Walking in, though? Completely different story. The vibe is laid-back, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. We were greeted right away and told to sit wherever we liked. Midday on a Wednesday meant it was nice and quiet; no wait, no chaos. Drinks were simple - Mexican Coke for me (always a win), fountain Pepsi for my lunchmate. (it's always nice when they have both options) We both ordered the chicken fried steak because of course we did. That's what brought us here. Sides: Me: green beans + mashed potatoes Them: salad + mashed potatoes Gravy situation: Me: classic Them: chorizo gravy Food came out quickly, which I always appreciate. Let's break it down honestly: The breading on the chicken fried steak? Perfection. Crispy, well done, exactly what you want. The meat itself? That's where things fell short. It needed more tenderizing--cutting into it took effort, and the texture leaned dense and chewy instead of that tender, fork-friendly bite you're hoping for. On top of that, it was missing seasoning, which made the whole thing feel a little flat despite that beautiful crust. The chorizo gravy (per my lunchmate)? Solid. Good flavor. But even that couldn't fully make up for the lack of seasoning in the meat. Sides were a mixed bag. Flavor was there--but mine had noticeable cold spots, like they'd been reheated unevenly. My lunchmate's sides were warm, but not quite hot. Now here's where they win big: The service. Top notch across the board. Everyone was kind, attentive, and welcoming without hovering. The owner even came by to chat for a bit - super friendly, clearly passionate, and we genuinely enjoyed the conversation and hearing about the food. That kind of hospitality goes a long way. Overall? I'd come back. But next time, I'm switching it up. The owner confidently recommended the waffles, and after that conversation, I'm willing to give them a shot. Because while the chicken fried steak didn't quite hit the mark for me this time, the people and the atmosphere? Absolutely worth another visit.