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I must be honest and say this is one of the BEST brunches I have EVER had! Scratch cooking by Sarah! She creates the most delicious pastries and delectable dishes. This will be my forever to-go when in Austin!
Very cute restaurant; limited menu; nice pastries. The biscuit was the best thing I ordered. I also ordered a couple of scrambled eggs and one carrot cake pancake. Strangely, the pancake was already cut in to bitesize pieces, piled up in the middle of the plate, and drenched in syrup and icing. Way too sweet for me, but tasty enough that I had a few pieces. Felt like a child whose parents had to cut up my food! haha! I thought $30+ for breakfast was a bit pricey, but I guess that's the way it goes these days.....
Trekked from the far great north of the Austin suburbs because my friend and I really wanted to go to the "May"azaki themed dinner. The staff were all attentive and nice; the table decor was obviously DIY crafted but it was still cute and creative! The flavor was severely lacking in all of our entrees. The portions were also really small, like, almost Lunchables-sized. My friend ordered Kiki's cake and it was pretty dry. There was not a non-chocolate option, as someone who hates it, which was fine. I was going to give my friend the other dessert but they were able to sub it for a pastry from the counter. The drinks, however, were very well done. I would love to see those as regular staples on the menu. Even though the calcirita was incredibly smoky, like, "coal in your lungs"-type sensation, it was at least still on theme. I would suggest doing cocktail that can be temporarily lit on fire or it comes in a glass dome with a "smoke-like" effect instead if repeating the theme. I will consider coming back one more time for their regular menu but I don't know that it was worth driving down again soon.
I visited multiple times and always felt they were overpriced. Today I ordered a sticky bun, coffee, and taco to go. The service was slow and they got my order wrong. Not really sure I'll be back. On the plus side the sticky bun was good.
Enjoyable impeccable environment. We ordered spicy Bloody Mary's. R ordered chicken salad on sourdough and I ordered breakfast 2 eggs over easy, bacon and a biscuit for $3.50 additional. The chicken salad was large and outstanding. My eggs were cooked perfectly. My first bacon slice was undercooked and I should have sent it back. The second slice was cooked perfectly and was delicious. The biscuit was underwhelming. Dry. I can see how biscuits and gravy would be awesome here. The spicy bloody Mary's were excellent. We will definitely return.
I met a friend here for breakfast this week. It was my first time trying Ovenbird. I immediately found parking in their free lot out front, which is always nice. Gotta love easy parking! I arrived earlier than my friend, so I ordered a latte at the bar and then chose a table to sit at. There are a bunch of tables inside, so it was easy to find one. There were several people working remotely, and the Wi-Fi password (ovenbirdatx!) was displayed in several places. When my friend arrived, we quickly ordered from our table using the QR code there. We both ended up ordering the breakfast sandwich with sausage and pesto. The latte was good, but a little bit bitter. I still finished all of it, though. The breakfast sandwich was tasty and came out quick. It actually was somewhat bigger than I thought it would be! All in all, a decent place to meet a friend for breakfast or to do some remote work.
I checked out Ovenbird for breakfast while visiting Austin. It's a great South Austin spot to grab a coffee, fresh baked goods, and a tasty meal from this scratch kitchen. I did all three. I started out with a Franzbrötchen, a German style cinnamon roll, and a cortado. Both were a great start while waiting for one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had in a while. The sandwich I chose comes with bacon, beer cheese, fluffy eggs, and Russian dressing on a beautifully toasted Bavarian croissant. I also had to try a side of their duck fat potatoes, fried golden brown with smoked duck fat, whipped confit garlic butter, and fresh thyme. This was an excellent meal with great service, and I would highly recommend checking them out if you're ever in the area.
We visited Ovenbird the Monday after the recent ice in Austin. The staff was beyond friendly and the ambiance calming. The London fog on their menu is what drew us in. We ordered the breakfast sandwich, French toast and breakfast plate. The syrup on the French toast was phenomenal..you will eat every last bite. As for the sandwich it had a fresh pesto and sausage to die for with a perfectly cooked egg. The London fog was the star though. Its flavor was packed and every sip a journey. I recommend stopping by and just taking some time to enjoy it all.
Quick visit to Austin and this was our breakfast choice and a good one. The food is abundant and home made. The lemon meringue French toast is rich and true to its namesake but enough for three. The duckfat-fried potatoes were crisp, unctuous and with a few flakes of salt, delicious. Pastries had just the right amount of sweetness. A real treat.
My husband and I decided to go to breakfast at Ovenbird while in the area. We parked, walked in, looked around and chose to sit outside. The Restaurant is bright and big with lots of seating inside and outside. We sat down at a table and there was a little sign with a QR Code that said to scan with your phone and place your order. We looked at the menu and ordered. It was quick and easy. We grabbed some cold water that was set up on a stand where you could get your own. After getting water we sat and waited for our food. After about 10-15 minutes we got our food that was brought out to our table by a kind woman. The Food My husband ordered Hoppel Poppel which is a bowl that has steak, peppers, onions, potatoes, dressing, an egg, and green onion. I tried it and it was good. The steak pieces were a good size. The egg was good. It was sunny side up which is my favorite. The potatoes were thick and soft on the inside while crispy on the outside. The peppers and onions added flavor. I ordered the Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich which has fried chicken, apple slaw, and dijonnaise on a braided bun. It came with a side of Potato Salad. I ordered a side of Bacon with my meal. The Chicken Sandwich was yummy. The chicken itself was tender. The apple slaw in the sandwich added texture and flavor. The Braided bun was soft. It was a really good sandwich. The Potato Salad was different from what I am used to as it was made with Fingerling potatoes but they were really good. I liked that the potatos were a good size and very flavorful. The Bacon was really good. It wasn't crispy, it was thick and soft. It was a savory side. You can definitely tell that all of the food is fresh. Overall it was a pleasant experience. The atmosphere was nice inside and outside, the service was good, and the food was delicious. An extra note we went to eat breakfast at 8:45 AM on a Saturday morning and it wasn't crowded but it may be packed at other times.
I can't believe it's taken me this long to try such a great place that's practically in my own backyard! The coffee was bold and the perfect sweetness. I got a pfeffernüsse cappuccino since they're one of my favorite cookies, and I was not disappointed. It tasted like the iced-ginger cookie had been liquidied into my cup. The only thing was it was a latte rather than a cappuccino. My friend got the raspberry cheesecake blini's and I got the bacon jam tart. Both menu item's were fabulous and hit the brunch spot! It does get a little crowded, but there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. You also might have to travel down the lot for parking since a lot of the spaces are reserved for other businesses, but it's definitely worth it!
The latke nest tastes solid, but is tiny. Not worth the price. Same thing with the little pfaffernoose cookies, 2 dollars for a cookie the size of a walnut? Never again. The drip coffee was honestly just not good. Their service style is also "seat yourself and order online", so the wait staff just drops the food at your table. Not necessarily a problem but when you have questions you have to like wave down whoever you can find. Once I got ahold of a waitress she was very nice but that doesn't redeem the place. I would not come back here.
A spacious place to grab breakfast on the weekend south of downtown! They have such intriguing seasonal latte flavors, breakfast sandwiches, tacos, pastries, and more! For Saturday breakfast, I had the Medovic Latte which was sweetened with burnt honey and salted caramel flavors. I was also able to customize a breakfast sandwich with an egg prepared over easy, layered with beer cheese, and all sandwiched between a flaky, salted, crispy layered biscuit. The latte was incredibly sweet, so I was only able to tolerate it through mid-cup. I would definitely come back to try other options!
9 months ago
10 months ago
First time day this morning, good atmosphere great taste in music and the food was to die for. A chef owned restaurant is always more about the taste and style of food rather than the cost of the plate. Fantastic brunch and a good drink menu as well 10 out of 10 would recommend. The staff was very friend. read more
11 months ago
Ovenbird in South Austin nails the cozy brunch vibe with a bright, airy space and a menu full of bold flavors. The breakfast tacos with jalapeño crema are a standout, and the biscuits and gravy hit the spot. Great coffee, strong mimosas, and a solid spot to linger--just be ready for weekend crowds and slightly slower service during peak hours. Still, totally worth it. read more
I had some time to waste before a flight out of town. Needed my daily Cortado fix and was close by. It did not disappoint. Great fresh baked and crafty food. I ordered a bowl with steak and potatoes, and the food was fresh and delicious. The picture also shows a s'more pastry, which is so good. Cortado was smooth, with excellent latte art with a nice finish. The ambiance is clean, open, and fresh. All the employees were friendly and very helpful. read more
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I love coming to this place for the food, drinks, and chill ambience. I've spent time studying and working here on several occasions. The staff has always been very friendly. On this occasion, I grabbed lunch with a couple of friends. I had the Shakshuka taco while they split the two different breakfast sandwiches and the smoked duck fat potatoes. The taco had a great flavor and came on a marbled rye tortilla which had an interesting (but not bad) texture. Their sandwiches were much larger than expected and they really enjoyed the flavors of both. I think my favorite, though, was the potatoes. They were super crispy and super flavorful. I would definitely eat those again. They also have a pastry case with rotating items baked fresh in house. I will continue coming back to try more food and drinks at Ovenbird. read more
We had really been looking forward to trying this place and got the chance to the other day. We were greeted by a very friendly man, who immediately struck up conversation and explained the menu. I got the open face breakfast sandwich. I really liked the pretzel like bun, but felt it was lacking something like a side. Our food was a little bland and honestly didn't feel like we got very much for the price. It's a lovely coffee shop with plentiful, seating, clean restrooms, and even an outdoor patio area. We sat inside because it was windy and there was a very unfortunate musical choice playing sounded like cats dying. Other than that I would love to return again and try other things on the menu. read more
2 years ago
Backers goods great had blueberry scone Latte yummy I had breakfast taco bacon egg Parking a bit difficult Outside and inside patio Does door dash read more
Very cute coffee shop, but not a must brunch spot. The food is overpriced, a little heavy on the horseradish sauce, and they ran out of their seasonal drinks by noon on a Sunday. The hoppel poppel (steak, peppers, potatoes, onions, sauce) was very tasty, but not $17 worth of tasty. The breakfast sandwich was okay (surprisingly I liked the pretzel "bread" which I usually steer clear of, but I didn't like how messy the sandwich was or how it was mostly tasting of horseradish sauce). I would come back for a baked goodie & a seasonal drink, but just know it'll cost you. Also it was a little too busy on a Sunday by 1pm to think of as a "quiet coffee shop to work" but perhaps that's just because it was so cold out and less people wanted to eat on the patio (which seemed nice in warmer weather & dog friendly) read more
I arrived to my nail appt. next door (Kim's Nails) early, so decided to grab a coffee and quick bite from here. I'm glad I did! It was a cute spot - lots of seating and natural lighting. The menu was simple but large enough to accommodate different tastes. They had a small variety of pastries to choose from if you didn't want to order an entire meal. Service was quick and easy - you place your order at the counter and they'll call out your name when your drinks or pastries are ready at the bar. Seat yourself. I opted for their brioche breakfast bun ($4) and an iced vanilla latte (my go-to). Both were tasty and satisfying for the price. I would definitely revisit, though I noticed their brunch menu pricing looked a bit steep ($17, $18 plates). But for a quick drop in for coffee or snack, it was worth it! read more
Cute place to stop for a quick breakfast. We came here for a work team meeting with about 10 people, we got here around 8:30am and found a table to fit us all. No table service- just order at the counter. I tried one of their holiday specialty drinks (peppermint bark latte) and a potato pin wheel and they were both great. The staff were friendly, and prices were okay. read more
1 year ago
I just picked up a breakfast sandwich, which comes on a salted pretzel croissant. This was an easy 5 stars after just the first bite, the combination is perfect! I tried the pesto sausage version, and will have to come back and try the other one someday. Also got an Arnold Palmer, which, after a long walk with the dog, was suuuuper refreshing. Seriously.. if you're seeking a breakfasty place look no further! They also have plenty of outdoor seating if you have a dog :) read more
5 years ago
First Impressions: Ovenbird is cute! I loved the open interior and all of the blue bistro tables on the exterior. I went on a Sunday, so it was pretty busy. You order before sitting down so the line was out the door (it moved quickly and I was able to get a table). Drinks: I wanted a vanilla chai, but they were out of vanilla. I ordered a chai with simple syrup instead. I was pretty disappointed. The drink was lackluster...lacking flavor, spice, body...all the things you'd want from a good chai. Takeaway: I'm going to give Ovenbird another try. They have lots of savory food items that may be better than the drink I had. Also, it's a cute spot with strong wifi and decent pricing. For that reason, I think it's worth another shot. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
We started to order only to be stopped by the staff at the register, who exclaimed that the portions were large. Confused we mentioned there was a third person with us and that we were ordering for them too. Oh Great that was a valid excuse for ordering as much food as we did: pancakes, a fried chicken biscuit sandwich, one breakfast taco, and a side of bacon. Total along with two lattes was $90 after tax and tip. The food comes out, and I shit you not, the fried chicken was about the size of a thigh, or maybe half of a breast. The biscuit was smaller than an English muffin. The side, meagerly piled next to it was some mix of cabbage. This breakfast sandwich will set you back TWENTY FOUR DOLLARS BEFORE TAX AND TIP. The $22 souffle panckes (two, not even enough to be considered a 'stack') are at most six inches around, which is not big enough no matter what your girlfriend/boyfriend/wife/mother tells you. Remembering the comments by the person at the register I thought, I could've finished at least two of the entres and the side of bacon by myself. I know what you're thinking, this person writing the review must be huge or a competitive eater, but I am neither. Honestly if you want a biscuit sandwich go to Bird Bird Biscuit or Briscuits and spend $11 - $14 on a better product. Unless Ovenbird drops the pricing this place is just not worth it. read more
Omg Love this place!!!! I visited here from out of town and everything was good and so creative! I got the sweet potatoes latte with/ the toasted marshmallow and it was great! I loved their potato cakes(?) I think that's the name and the breakfast tacos were supreme and the sauce that went with it was great! I love that the place is seasonal as well and that they are always thinking of new things! Free parking and good space! read more
1 year ago
After several visits I can confirm that this is a CONSISTENTLY amazing restaurant! From their seasonal dishes to the 'usuals' everything is exceptional- flavor profiles, presentation, preparation- all superior! This is a foodie must for Austin -great place for residents and visitors!! Staff is always gracious and helpful! read more
5 years ago
Best bacon ever! Oat cappuccino has perfect foam and the coffee is smooth and medium to dark roast with a smooth aftertaste. 3 miles from the popular strip south and plenty of parking in the strip mall and ample indoor and outdoor seating. Eggs bacon and rye toast just spot on and my medium eggs were perfect and the sprig of dill actually was nice touch. The thick rye bread with the berry compote jam so fresh and delightful. But the BACON oh wowzer so thick and crunchy and flavorful I was in pork heaven!!! It was very difficult to share my bacon today. Oh la la the bostack was like French toast that's with almond filling and crispy almonds on top!!! They also have Smith teas? They are awesome and based in Portland! Highly recommended! Just bring home the bacon!! He he read more
Ovenbird is a south Austin gem! I'm unsure if the menu is all on the "heavier-side" or if I'm naturally drawn to the indulgent items on the list. Either way, it's worth the calories! I had the BLT, which included bacon so thick it might as well be labeled pork belly, a toasted, crusty bread, lettuce + tomato (obviously), and a side of the most thin, crispy, bubbly chips. I'm drooling just recounting it! The service was friendly and helpful in navigating the menu. I look forward to my next visit! read more
Wife and I are staying in Austin, Texas for Memorial Day weekend 2021. Our lodging is in South Congress, so we were fortunate enough to have Ovenbird nearby. You must come check OvenBird out!! . We pulled up at around 8:45 am on a Sunday morning. Parking was pretty easy. I noticed plenty of seating availability inside and outside. Notably, I didn't see any signs requiring customers to wear masks. Staff were wearing masks though. Placing an order was challenging because the menus they have printed out by the register are incomplete. For example, it didn't have the weekend special Babka French Toast (that I ended up getting). Also, they have their drink menus advertised in two different places (chalkboard on the wall, and a wooden menu by the register). Highly recommend they do something about this. Once we placed our orders, our drinks came out pretty quickly. The food came out not long after the drinks. The food was amazing!!! My wife ordered a special menu item with hash, corned beef, onions and pepper called 'Hoppel Poppo' (couldn't find it written anywhere). The corned beef was very tender and juicy. I got the breakfast sandwich version with the bacon cheddar Shak-Mayo. The bacon was juicy and salty, and the cheese was perfectly gooey. We also got the Babka French Toast to share. The raspberry and dark chocolate flavors were really come out nicely, and I really appreciate it not coming out too sweet. Drinks were on point too! I got a lemonade, and it had great natural flavors. My wife got an iced latte with oat milk which was nice. She also then got one of their non-alcoholic signature drink called the 'Phil Collins'. It's very cool bittersweet drink. Highly recommend people check this place out! read more
1 year ago
The service is amazing, the coffee is very good and strong. The sweet lattes are perfectly sweet without being overbearing. I make an effort to go to any coffee shop in anytown, between Austin and surrounding towns, this is seriously the best. If I lived in the area I would be here every day. read more
First trip to Ovenbird was quite a pleasant surprise. I have not heard of it and had no idea what a hidden gem. Love the bright, open and inviting vibe. I had made from scratch breakfast tacos which were delightful and ice tea. Prompt efficient service and they gave me a free ice tea refill. Well done. I am looking forward to bringing the fam! . read more
It's a quiet cafe on the weekdays It's a place where folks come to get things done or hang. The weekend is quite busy you'll get a line to the door at times. Props to this cafe having a whole kitchen they make really tasty food and snacks. The breakfast taco is in its own league. Really does it for me. read more
I love breakfast, and wasn't really sure what to expect from Ovenbird. Overall, I would recommend it for a casual breakfast, but would note it's little pricey for what you get. What I loved: - Good coffee - Everything homemade/from scratch - Cute place/decor I don't recommend showing up super hungry, but if you are, order a pastry to hold you over until your food arrives. We got the most delicious fig jam and Brie danish, but I wish they had warmed it up... would have been so much better! I also really loved the shallots/dressing on the garden salad, and the peach jam with our toast. Great sourdough! It was busy on a weekend morning, which was totally expected except it felt like an even longer than usual. We waited in line to order for about 15-20 minutes and then another 20+ minutes for our food. read more
3 years ago
THE GOOD: - Mimosas - huge, freezing, perfect - Matcha lemonade - not on the menu but they made it for me and it was amazing... they make the lemonade in house - Blueberry hand pie - absolutely outstanding - Bacon breakfast taco - incredible. Comes with a jalapeño cream... ask for the hot sauce. - Shaksuka breakfast taco - very special. Unique and delicious. If you are a vegetarian 100% get this - Standard breakfast with soft scrambled eggs, bacon, and sourdough toast - perfect - Duck fat breakfast potatoes - crispy and delish. A little pricy at $10 THE NOT SO GOOD: - Long line on a Saturday! Arrived at 11:45, waited in line to order, sat down with our drinks at 12:10. Food, drinks, experience was 100% worth it, but just come prepared to wait if it's a busy time - Drip coffee - my husband says it was a little strange "not sure if something is off with it or if I'm just not jiving with the roast" OVERALL: 10/10 will be back. We loved it here! Food, drinks, atmosphere, service was all outstanding read more
4 years ago
I grabbed brunch on Sunday morning at oven bird and did not have any trouble finding a table to sit at or parking! The pesto and sausage breakfast sandwich was delicious and I could definitely tell that quality ingredient are used. However, I don't know if it was worth the $14 price tag. I also got the strawberry matcha latte and could barely taste the strawberry flavor. The server at the counter was very friendly and approachable. We decided to soak in the spring weather and easily found an umbrella shaded table to enjoy our food and drink at. read more
2 years ago
The food was great (and so was the service)! I had the french toast. It did take a little while for the food to come out, but it was worth it. The ambiance of the place was very quiet, there was barely anyone in there. read more
6 years ago
Service: they were great and took the time to explain what all the pastries were that they had on display. Food: I had their build your own breakfast sandwich and it was delicious but... I think their croissant had a little bit too much salt on the top and made the entire sandwich a bit too salty (but it was still a good sandwich). The ground sausage was delicious and had some heat (spicy) to it. I got some pastries which were delicious as well. Parking: Lot and plenty of space Side note: it's hard to find the place because there is no signage on the actual storefront so I passed it the first time. (Might be because they just opened)? read more
Brought my toddler here for a little Mommy and Me breakfast date on a Saturday. There wasn't anyone ahead of me in line but once we sat, I noticed quite a few tables still waiting for the food. We waited close to 20 min for our order. We got the French toast and classic breakfast plate and a hand pie. French toast was cooked perfectly and a huge serving. I didn't realize caramel would be drenched all over it -- I'd recommend asking for it on the side. The egg breakfast was just okay. They smothered it with paprika and I'm not a fan of super thick bacon (I prefer it crispy). The only thing I enjoyed was the toast (which they were out of sourdough so I got white, but it was really good!). Wish the menu had descriptions so I knew what to expect. read more
4 years ago
Killer breakfast, brunch and beverages, too! We had a handheld pastry to start that was chocolatey caramel goodness personified. I had the breakfast taco vegetarian and my some had the breakfast salad. He was hungry 4 hours later, me? I wasn't hungry until dinner! I also had the mocha latte. It was super creamy made with almond milk. I want to visit this place every time I visit!! read more
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6501 S Congress Ave
Unit 211
Austin, TX 78745
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