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    Phoebe's Diner

    4.6 (955 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Brisket Benny ($15.99), Pancakes ($6.99)
    Wendi K.

    4.5 Stars A cute lil diner with classic, stick-to-your-ribs brunch food with a Southern twist. Food: Brisket Benny ($16.99) was hefty. They did not skimp on the biscuits. The biscuits sort of taste like sweet cornbread. The hash brown casserole was rich and creamy. The pancakes ($6.99) - were nice, lots of blueberries! Staff were really nice. Only nits: There was obnoxious pop music playing the background. It's not their fault I hate pop music though, lol.

    Migas and OMG!
    Julie H.

    Came here based on Yelp reviews as Austin visitors and wish we could have gone again! My migas were to die for! Hubby had half order of biscuits and sage sausage gravy and it was good too! Fun servers, good coffee!

    Diem A.

    The Phoebe's Diner downtown location is much bigger and nicer than the Oltorf location in south Austin. There's free street parking directly across the street, which is a big plus downtown. The service was very warm and friendly but not as attentive. The yogurt parfait was delicious. I ordered it without the lemon curd and it was still fantastic. The portion was very generous so I couldn't even finish it. The tater tots were perfectly crispy and soooo good dipped in ranch. A few sides were a bit disappointing. The mushrooms and spinach were a bit too salty, and the side of scrambled eggs looked very dry - my friend didn't even eat them, and the bacon was so thick it tasted like ham. I would come back to try some other dishes.

    Migas Beet Hash
    Linh T.

    The service is incredible, our server was so kind. The food, very yummy! Especially their masa balls. We ordered the beef hash and migas plate! The place was busy but not where you couldnt have your own convo. Everything was very enjoyable and we'll be back :)

    Yummy breakfast
    Desiree H.

    Great spot in downtown Austin for our day date. Super cute, clean fresh flowers and overall great ambiance. The recommendations were great, tons of food for one serving. Jannah provided excellent service and was super kind! I had the brisket Benny with the red potatoes. The brisket had a great smoked flavor but I would recommend a little less sauce. My husband had the French toast which was massive and added a big slice of bacon which was the perfect flavor and texture. It was a nice breakfast splurge!

    Smoked Brisket Burrito and Buttermilk Flapjacks
    Carrie M.

    Had a great breakfast date here! We shared the brisket burrito and two pancakes, which was a good portion early in the morning that didn't leave us feeling heavy. Not many restaurants open at 7am, so this was the perfect spot. The smoked brisket burrito was absolutely delicious. I tried a little bit of the salsa, and I preferred the burrito without it. The potatoes were too dry and bland for my liking. The buttermilk flapjacks were great as well, and I really liked how they had a sweet flavour to them even though we didn't get any add ons.

    Brisket Benedict.
    Rod S.

    Visited the downtown located on 3/5/26 and was not disappointed! If you get a chance to dine here, try to sit at the counter if you are not with a large group. Sitting here gives you the opportunity to see the working of this fantastic restaurant and interact a bit more with the staff. Servers were fantastic and very personable. Don't know who sets the standards for service here but the bar is high. Food is delicious! Wife had the brisket benedict and she would not share any so I know it was good. I had the chicken fried ribeye and it was AMAZING! So tender I could cut it with a fork. Wish I could come here every day!

    Shrimp and Grits with Green Churizo
    Anvaya N.

    Phoebe's Diner is a cutesy Brunch place in Austin that we got to try. The place gets busy but you can get on the waitlist through Yelp. We had to wait probably for 5mins on Thanksgiving day. The place some great breakfast options as well lunch sandwiches. I went for the green Churizo shrimp and grits which were creamy and cheesy. The shrimp was grilled which added so much flavor. This was my first time trying the green Churizo and I simply loved it. We also tried the Fried french toast which was really good. It was fluffy with a little bit of cinnamon and nutmeg, whipped butter on top took it to another level. The ambiance is good, they have patio seating as well. They play soft mood music which adds to a calming atmosphere. Definitely try them out next time you are in town.

    Blueberry pancakes with a side of bacon. Perfect!!
    Ricardo B.

    No one likes jury duty...no one. I was annoyed to have to drive downtown and I was hungry on top of that. On a whim, I decide to try Phoebe's Diner and I was so glad I did. The staff was friendly and the pancakes are crispy on the outside and super soft and fluffy on the inside. I ordered a side of bacon thinking I would get two small slices and I was thrilled to see a single thick slice of bacon that was cooked to perfection! I have only tried breakfast, but I am planning on bringing my wife and kiddo back here as soon as possible. Thank's Phoebe's Dinerfor helping turn my morning around!!

    Shronda S.

    First time in Austin and we wanted a good brunch place- Phoebe's didnt disappoint. We didnt have a wait, being seated immediately before the rush. I knew it was a good place with the portrait of the Anthony Bourdain on the wall. I got the thick French toast which was beyond delicious and gorgeous looking. Also got to try the homemade biscuits and jelly.

    Everyone needs bacon.
    Scott T.

    Great overall experience and an easy 4 stars. The Cheeky Monkey dish is the move, super flavorful and the standout on the table. Service was friendly and stayed on top of refills even when it got busy. It can feel a little crowded and not every bite wowed like that dish did, but portions are solid and it is definitely worth a stop.

    A side of Badass bacon
    Chrissy N.

    Phoebe's Diner delivers exactly what you want from an Austin eatery: hearty, well-executed comfort food in a relaxed and family friendly atmosphere. It's a fantastic choice for both families and anyone craving a satisfying brunch or lunch while in downtown Austin. The Fried Chicken and Grits (4/5) is a must-try if you're looking for something savory and hearty, featuring a perfectly crispy, well-seasoned crust that pairs beautifully with the creamy, cheesy grits. I prefer a thick piece of juicy thigh but the breasts will do. The Chicken Fried Steak(3.5/5) is decent, generous in portion and smothered in a flavorful sage gravy. For starters, the fried mozzarella (4/5) was a tasty with a kick of spice from the dipping sauce, a step above the typical classic. The kids' menu was a success for our kiddos. The bacon and eggs (4/5) were cooked just right whoever, portion is too small IMO. Nice thick piece of bacon but they only give the kid half a piece. The blueberry pancakes (4/5) were fluffy. Kids can choose either fruit or tots and they each opted for each. Fruits cup has typical fruit choices but the highlight is truly the tater tots which has a perfect crisp. We also ordered the Vietnamese coffee (3.5/5) and it was strong and sweet like a typical Vietnamese coffee but it has this odd after taste of possible burnt beans. Phoebe's is a reliable and delicious diner experience. Be ready for a line but they do allow you to call and get on the waitlist so choose that option if you are able to plan ahead.

    Hashbrown Casserole, Crab Cake Benedict
    Tiffany T.

    Absolutely one of my favorite brunch places to go to in Austin! There is one dish here that I come for, and it's the crab cake Benedict. The dish is very well executed and has the perfect amount of richness to it. The crab has always tasted fresh, and there is definitely a good amount in each crab cake. This dish comes with one side and I like to get their hashbrown casserole. Service is typically good, and it's definitely a great restaurant to visit with family and friends. They always put a "joke" book on the table, and I feel like it's a family centered environment. I've been to another Phoebe's location in atx but I find that this one is my favorite. Overall, love Phoebes!

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    Got food poisoning after eating the burger here. And the waitress didn't even come by our table to refill our waters once. Will not be back.

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    Ask the Community - Phoebe's Diner

    Do they have bottomless mimosas?

    No. They don’t have bottomless mimosas.

    Is there a counter to sit at, or just tables?

    Small bar to sit at

    What's the parking like around 1:00pm?

    Parking is not too bad around 1pm! If there's nowhere available in the parking lot, there's parking around the corner by the park

    Is the brunch offered a buffet style?

    No, you order from a menu.

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    Phoebe's Diner - Buttermilk flapjack short stack

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    My wife and I came here for Sunday Brunch and really enjoyed our time here. I ordered the Migas and…read moreshe ordered the shrimp and grits. My Migas were outstanding! I loved the hollandaise sauce on the eggs, the potatoes were cooked perfectly, but the crispy masa cakes were the real stars of the show. I also had to order some pancakes and they were cooked perfectly, crispy on the outside but soft on the inside, also they were amazing! My wife said that was the best shrimp and grits she's ever had and the bartenders who served us were so very nice. They gave us some excellent recommendations and we will definitely be back.

    So I was heading out of town going back home and my buddy called wanting to have breakfast. I…read morelooked up this location and the pictures looked pretty good. So decided to head over there and tried out. Once I got through the place was really nice, really clean and it was extremely packed.We waited about five minutes for a table, and they sat us down at four cedar. The server was really helpful.Brought us a menu.Everything looked pretty good.I decided to order the brisket burrito.It looked pretty good and he recommended it. I'm gonna start off by saying I got my meal about 10 minutes later. The potatoes were excellent loved. Em didn't have any complaints about Em. They tasted awesome. They were great now. On the other hand the burrito, not so much. The burrito was soggy, something was off with the meat. It tasted kind of bitter. I don't know if it was because of the barbecue sauce or what I ate about.Half of it before I couldn't eat it anymore. And I tossed it the other half. I was extremely disappointed with the meal.I paid about twenty four twenty five dollars.I believe for the meal and had to throw half of it away.Because it just didn't taste right.I didn't wanna make an issue. It looked phenomenal, just didn't taste like that. The other gripe I had was, I took a bite out of some of the burrito and noticed that it was a big glob of fat. Instead of actual brisket meat I probably should have stuck with the regular, which would have been bacon and eggs.But decided to try that.Because the way to recommended it sad I didn't stay with the eggs and bacon. Brisket burrito 2 outa 10 thats being generous Potatoes 5 outa 10 Wait staff 7 outa 10 he was slammed with tables Would I come back probably 50/50 chance to try the eggs and bacon In the picture it looks tasty but in actuality not so much

    Paperboy East - cheddar hashbrown

    Paperboy East

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    East Austin

    Thank you to Hannah who made our last stop in Austin one to remember. From the recommendations to…read morethe hospitality, our brunch was one to remember because of Hannah. I had the classic breakfast but subbed the wedges either the cheddar hash browns and the toast with a regular pancake. Not going to lie when Hannah was describing the pancake, I was a bit skeptical but decided to try it and don't regret it at all! Let this be your sign to come here. Next time I'm in Austin, I'm coming back.

    My 10 year old daughter and I brought an injured bird to the Austin Wildlife Rescue on Easter and…read morethought we'd try a restaurant near there. I called to see if Paperboy was open and if they had a long wait. There was a recording that said to text only. I texted but didn't receive a response. So we went to check it out. When we walked in we weren't greeted with a "hi how are you?" We just got a cold stare from the hostess and a "We're at full capacity". That's it. It was around 2:20 and they close a 3 pm so it wasn't like we were coming in at 5 minutes before closing. When we left, my daughter even said that girl was mean. If you don't like people then maybe find a job where you aren't face to face with customers. Austin certainly has changed. I've been here for over 25 years. I don't know if it's now an East Austin thing to be snooty and treat people rudely, but we went to Lou's Barton Springs last week with our dog and it was completely different experience. They were welcoming and the employees were all super friendly and nice. My daughter and I enjoyed our experience there and never again will we step into Paperboy East and be treated that way. I'd like better experiences for my kid that was born and raised in here Austin and don't want to subject her to places where we will be treated badly. BTW The right thing to have done is smile, say "good afternoon, I'm sorry but we are at full capacity. Thank you for coming I and please try us another time." It's really not hard. It's called human decency.

    Magnolia Cafe South - Prima Dora Omelette

    Magnolia Cafe South

    (2k reviews)

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

    Have had this on the list for awhile and really wanted breakfast food. Sooo, here I am. This place…read moredef has a vibe and is unique very Austin. Got parking right in front around 9 pm on a Wed. Upon entry was greeted by Melissa and sat in her section. The decor is very diner type with low, cozy booths and few tables and chairs. Not too big of a space and not sure if there is more seating elsewhere. Anyhoo, coffee was good and I got the Royal toast and a single pancake with eggs, and sausage. Ample amount of food and def had take away box. Everything was tasty and the buttermilk pancake was amazing with just syrup. Melissa was kind enough to provide little cups to take syrup home along with the tael away container. They had a daily special and a board above the kitchen with other items. Really wanted to try a slice of pie ( TX Pie Co) but seems a bit outta line with what I already ordered. Maybe next time.

    We had a double awful experience. I picked my wife up at the airport at 10 PM after her six-hour…read moreflight. I hadn't eaten since breakfast. We were both starving and this place is open 24/7. I drove by it for 20 years on the way to Avenue Barber Shop. I wanted shredded beef tacos but couldn't get them without cilantro so I chose shredded beef enchiladas (with an $8!) side of chips and salsa. My wife ordered scrambled eggs, bacon and home fries. She requested soft eggs, as she always does because too many places overcook them. The chips and salsa arrived. I was immediately disappointed. The menu said "we make our own chips." They were thick and yellow and appeared to be run-of-the-mill, out-of-a-bag chips. I prefer the thin white ones. I took one bite of salsa, and that was one bite too many. Cumin. I pushed it all aside. Cumin doesn't belong in salsa. (Sorry. I grew up in the Rio Grande Valley.) My enchiladas came with black beans, and there was cumin in them. Cumin is overused and abused in most restaurants. I couldn't eat them. The rice was good but the chipotle sauce on the enchiladas was not. I scraped most of the sauce off and ate one enchilada, mainly because I just needed something in my stomach. We were still 45 miles from home. I pushed my plate away. I also ordered coffee. One sip of that was all I could stand. Too weak for me. It gets worse, much worse. My wife's eggs were barely cooked. She asked the waiter for some cooked eggs. He took her plate and returned about four minutes later. The eggs were still not cooked. She tried another bite but couldn't eat them. Her bacon was tough as a boot and not chewable. The home fries were average, but by the time her plate arrived at our table for the second time, they were cold. I pulled my card out waiting for our excellent server to return. He asked how everything was (he had to notice two plates still covered with food) and we politely told him. I ate one enchilada and some rice. My wife had two bites of egg and two bites of potato. He apologized and handed me the check. $65. Nothing comped and nothing adjusted. A manager should've been summoned. How does a place like this have any customers? It was our first and last visit.

    Phoebe's Diner - diners - Updated May 2026

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