I really enjoyed this spot. I've heard about it for years but I have never found myself in a place to try it until recently and I understand the hype even though the location I visited was the "pop up" smaller version of the O.G. I'm a huge bagel with Lox fan so I was excited to order this on the menu. I ordered it without the tomato, because honestly I don't think the tomato belonged on it at all. I really enjoyed this (albeit it is hard to mess this up) and would order it again probably on a sand which bread. I felt like it also needed avocado but overall I enjoyed. It was hard to eat but the bagel itself was incredible and the whipped cream cheese - my gosh lol - stellar. It did melt because I was eating it outside on the patio due to limited indoor seating options but still I loved the texture, taste and consistency. The cream cheese alone I could have bought and devoured by itself. My only recommendation would be to cut the bagel in half - it was served to me as a whole bagel which I wasn't the largest fan of. Normally when you get a bagel loaded they slice it in two halves but that was not the case here and I wish it was. As far as my friend's Tuna Sandwich goes - we also liked the flavor of that and the sour dough was great. It was also messy but that's what we get for ordering that type of food at 12:15 on a Saturday in the summer heat in Austin. The capers, parsley, evoo, lemon aioli and Dijon all really came though and worked exceptionally well together. I thought the flavors paired well and overall it was not too "tuna" fishy like you get sometimes with a tuna salad. One of the better bites I have had in terms of a tuna salad in a long time. We both agreed we want to return and try other items in the menu including a few pastries, the curried chickpeas (looked so good), the Cesar salad and maybe a signature sandwich or two. As far as drinks - I ordered the sparkling ginger lemonade and we also got the matcha lavender lemonade which we both liked. I preferred the lavender one in the end but would easily have ordered both again. I only wish that they gave us lids for the drinks because when went and picked up my drink at the counter someone bumped into me and both drinks went all over the floor due to the size of the building and the relative space. We also had to open the door and walk outside with them - it just wasn't ideal without a top. I enjoyed the overall vibes of this cute little place and am most certainly going to return in the future. The outdoor seating is nice and shaded but there is no real indoor area (understandable as they are working to build a larger space in the original location), however I think that given the lack of seating they do their best to accommodate the influx of people in line. We ordered our food and drinks in a relatively quick manner and the service was excellent! I could tell it was a pretty popular place because the trashcans outside (all of them) were overflowing and there was not real area to properly dispose of our sandwich wrappings after we were done... that didn't bother other people as they continued to just pile things on top so maybe this restaurant could be more mindful of that or at the very least get a larger disposal outside because no one was respecting their establishment. We let the staff know and ended up taking out trash with us and disposed of it elsewhere. Will be back for future tasting experiences!!! Thank you Swedish Hill and MLM hospitality!! Y'all never disappoint! read more

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Once you get past the sticker shock of the prices, you will be in heaven. My wife and I came in on a Saturday morning around opening to make sure we had our choice of pastries. We ordered two pastries, a latte, and the granola bowl. Everything we ordered was fantastic but the almond croissant is on another level. I have always passed over almond croissants at other shops, but I was told that Swedish Hill was not like other places. Let me just say, it has changed my life. This thing is amazing. I am simply waiting to come back, just to order it again. The granola bowl was incredibly fresh and they don't skimp on the toppings. I can easily sit inside for hours (and eat ten more croissants). We will be back in no time. read more

Swedish Hill - Almond and Chocolate Croissant - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Latte was good, place was cute, but the cleanliness of the place was suspect. I'm specifically referring to the baked goods that were out where customers were standing around waiting for their order. The pastries were low to the ground, stacks of baked items, literally right next to a dust pan, with no barriers and people all around. Children could have easily touched the food, anyone could have sneezed right on the trays. Honestly, it was so off-putting that we will not be returning. read more

Love the ambience. We there for brunch or a wfh spot this spot was always in mind. Service was quick and very friendly. Coffee is great! And their charcuterie board was delicious! read more

Swedish Hill - Indoors - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Super cute, laidback spot for great treats. The sweets here are sooo good and such a huge selection. Banana Cream Pie - 5/5 Kouign-Amann 4/5 The banana cream pie was phenomenal. The kouign-amann was tasty but a bit hard. The macarons are really good here as well. read more

Swedish Hill - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I absolutely love this place, it's has indoor and outdoor seating during the week is perfect to get a coffee or some matcha with lavender and a delicious pastry, or even a fresh farro or pasta salad , get there early in weekends it gets packed but the service is always great AND pet friendly patio read more

Swedish Hill - Lavender matcha - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This spot was directly in front of our AirBnB and I'm sad we waited to the last day of our trip to try it. The espresso was smooth, the cinnamon roll soft, sweet, and deliciously yeasty, and the savory croissant was all the flaky goodness you want from a pastry. The space is small, but boasts a selection of deli items like curry chickpeas and cucumbers with feta, a full espresso menu, bagels, and a large case of pastry delights. read more

Swedish Hill - Lavender and honey lattes - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Ordered a sprinkledoodle cookie and a glass of milk. Cookie was steep at $3.50, but AMAZING. I'm surprised I haven't seen a snickerdoodle/ sprinkle cookie combo before. So yum. Milk wasn't listed on the menu but my total came out to be near $8, which for milk is a little ridiculous. Also, do not come here if you plan on sitting to do work/study. There are only two tiny tables inside and the music is loud. read more

Swedish Hill - Baked goods - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I got the Turkey sandwich which was was pretty bland and nothing special. Latte was good. The macaroons were fine too. Just overpriced at $47 for two lattes, a Turkey sandwich, 3 macaroons (Macaroons (blueberry pie, maple pecan, and vanilla sea salt), and a bag of chips. Nice vibe inside with lots of tables. Nice outdoor seating as well with heaters. Employees were friendly too and nice buzzer feature where they deliver food and drinks to you once you place buzzer on circle on table. I just wouldn't come back here due to the average food and high price. read more

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I would LOVE this place if they had some gluten free pastries! Very charming place, but not much I can eat here. :-(

Swedish Hill is a cute spot near downtown Austin. It has a great selection of pastries, bread and a place for coffee. I was a little disappointed by my most recent experience. Me and a friend grabbed lunch. We waited in line for 20+ minutes in line we both ordered sandwiches and hers came out way before mine. In fact she was almost finished with hers before I had to go inside and check on my meal. They handed me a plate to bring over to my own table and what I received was what you see in the pictures. $16 for very little food. If I pay that amount for a sandwich I would hope that there is at least a good amount of protein, and that the pieces of bread would be covered with what's supposed to go inside. It tasted good, but I felt pretty ripped off. read more

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Was excited to try this newfound bakery as I had just come across them through the amazing Barton Springs Mill whom supplies Swedish hill. I was unfortunately let down as the coffee and baked goods were subpar and mediocre at best. Cute environment and good for a first try but don't intend on returning. Only thing I would consider coming back for is the buckwheat jam scone. read more

Old and stale croissants. Definitely not made the same day. Thick and chewy. Not light and flaky. They were better in the past.

Great bakery! We stopped in for baked goods and we were surprised: this is a fantastic bakery! The almond croissant was crispy on the outside with buttery chewy insides flavored with almond. The jam buckwheat scone was excellent. Great service. read more

If it was food alone, I love Swedish Hill. On our latest trip, we got pastries to go. A super flaky buttery croissant with a crisp crunch on outside, just the way I like it. Also got a buckwheat scone. I was expecting a dense cookie type texture but it was light and crumbly with a nutty note. Very tasty. On previous visits we had a sit down meal of sandwiches and sides. The perfect sandwich, generous but not enormous. For me, a half will do. Beware, prices add up fast. Plus, it's crowded, noisy and always a line. If you are patient and not in a rush, it can be fun and lively. The room is bright and full of light. If you want a laidback, quiet meal this ain't that. Don't expect a ton of service if going on peak weekend hours--staff is super busy. All that said, I'm still a big fan. read more

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Came in to grab a matcha to go on a Saturday morning and it was packed! Despite the long line, it moved quickly and they were able to get my drink out quickly. If you don't like the taste of pure matcha, I suggest you get the drink sweetened. It was a really loud environment indoors and they had a couple of tables outdoors. read more

This place used to be our favorite but not anymore. The last couple of times have been ridiculous. Long lines, think 45-60 mins to order and worst still all the good stuff is sold out by the time you get to the counter. Dont understand why they cant keep restocking their popular items. The pastries are almost always gone by 10 AM on a weekend. We will not be returning. read more

Food is great, especially the pastries. The line goes quick but the wait after that is LONG.

I ordered sandwiches from this restaurant and asked them to please not put horseradish sauce on the sandwiches. They ignored my request and a gentleman in my meeting ran out of the meeting because his mouth was burning and he spit the sandwich out. Wouldn't recommend ordering any sandwich that contains horseradish from this restaurant. They are way too spicy. read more

I've only been here on a Sunday, early in the afternoon for a lunch and coffee. My husband and I ordered a breakfast sandwich, blt, oat milk latte, drip coffee, almond croissant and a sprinkle cookie. Everything we ordered was delicious. I also really liked the decor and outdoor vibe since it was a cooler day. I took off a star because the prices were so high for the portion sizes. This is more of a splurge than an every day kind of place! read more

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Love the breads, croissants, and people who work here! Always delicious and fun things to try in an adorable space. (One thing I will say is the ham and cheese and chocolate croissants are both a little stingy on their fillings.) read more

Delicious food and pastries! I got the breakfast sandwich on brioche and it was very tasty. read more

Swedish Hill - Swedish hill breakfast sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Good food & cute establishment! My fam and I went after my 8 am graduation so u can imagine the hunger we had after it was over. I got the breakfast sandwich with an everything bagel and also an almond croissant. I wasn't a huge fan of the bagel but everything else was great! It also wasn't toasted. I also got a cold brew w vanilla and it was bitter but did the trick giving me energy after my 5am wake up call. Another plus is we didn't have to wait long to order or receive our food. This was nice given the graduation traffic making finding a place to eat downtown difficult. Overall, I recommend! read more

Not a huge fan of tuna melts but this one was good, I liked that it has potato chips inside the sandwich already. Service was nice and patient to our time ordering, and ambiance is similar to a coffee shop with a lovely terrace read more

Swedish Hill - Tortilla soup - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Don't Eat My Cake! On a spur of the moment I needed to order a birthday cake and my first choice was Swedish Hill Bakery, Deli, and Cafe where it would be ready for pickup in two days. I called the bakery directly and ordered the Vanilla Bean Confetti Cake with chocolate frosting on top. When I arrived to pick it up I noticed there was a reasonably large parking lot behind it. They had a few for curbside pickup. Inside I found a really nice setup with grocery and drink items, and glass case full of yummy goodies. My cake was ready and inspected it and looked good. Besides the cake I took home a croissant and coffee to go. There were many customers in here despite early in the morning. I walked around to tour the place where read this place got a total overhaul and not sure what it looked like before but it was very nice. The menu looked really inviting and next time bring my wife to dine here. The coffee and croissant was unbelievably delicious. The cake was a huge hit of the party and best tasting one I have ever had. I put it #1 on my list along other top contenders in the Austin bakery scene. If the cake tasted this good then I can imagine the rest of the items on the menu does too. read more

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Cute brunch spot with a laid-back vibe. Very crowded on weekends -- went here on a rainy Saturday and it was packed. Can be hard to have conversations over the music and other people but decent food to try out. Parking is a mess, as with most places so close to downtown. Would go again on a weekday! read more

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Goddamit MML does it again- This is not the first time I've visited an MML business and paid $23 for something that should cost $14- I frequent Howard's bar and club next door and the proper hotel bar- both establishments charge $21 for the house margarita. That said- the spectrum of feelings that surround my consumption of avocado toast with salmon at Swedish Hill this morning are congruent with prior MML outings. These feelings start with frustration at the long line in such a confined space along with the lack of spacial or social awareness general public lacks. Goddam tik tok. Anyways- this is followed by shock and outrage when the pimply faced teenager flips their credit card reader around and shows me the price I must pay to receive their goods/services. This is not capri, Italy. You are not a 5th generation merchant at the local shop. This is Austin, Tx. It's hot outside. People don't know where to stand. You live in Westlake. I just want avocado toast and a drip coffee. Not to drain my IRA. Nonetheless- I press on. I've waited 15 minutes in 92 degree heat for this experience. Just like the house margaritas at prior MML establishments when I receive my order the presentation is appropriate. No one toiled over this. It is not Michelin. However, the salmon and avocado sweats at me and looks just as refreshing as a salted rim margarita with condensation spilling over the glass. It's exactly what I want in this moment. The substance doesn't disappoint. Every ingredient is slightly elevated. The bread is perfectly crunchy without cutting my mouth like I fought in the battle of Gettysburg. The avocado couples very well with pickled red onion and some type of sprout situation. And the salmon was worth the preposterous monetary add-on. It makes me empathize with grizzly bears making annual treks back up stream to bite into omega 3, protein, macro and micro nutrient dense goodness. What a relief. Just like a cold margarita at the end of a hot summer day Swedish hill did not disappoint. I received and consumed my order. After rubbing shoulders with more white girls in exercise dresses that I knew could exist in one place I'm left feeling slightly ashamed at the amount of money I paid for this experience however it was exactly what I wanted and dare I say gave me what I didn't know I needed. read more

Wow, just wow. My bestie took me here for my birthday dinner because she knew it would be a very "me" experience. It's 6 days later and I'm still thinking about it! We started with the grilled artichokes. They were served cold, but still had the briny water between some of the leaves. Absolutely delicious! We shared the rotisserie chicken dinner with a half chicken, but I'm allergic to a couple of things in the kale salad. We ordered an additional side of the asparagus with pancetta and breadcrumbs. Delish. But the CHICKEN and POTATOES wooooooooooh! We ordered the half chicken, which was a good amount for two people. The potatoes must be cooked in the rotisserie liquids, and they were every bit just as delicious as you'd imagine. We ended the meal with a little 4" black and white cake - chocolate cake with cream cheese icing. It had a huge layer of ganache in the middle, too. I was so thrilled with this lil cake! As the other reviews mention, the prices are high for a bakery/cake, but it isn't exactly a bakery/cafe experience. read more

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Very mixed feelings about Swedish hill. It's a boughie instagram cafe which is not my style. I've been here a few times. Good, spot for coffee and pastry. I'd be scared to try more. On one hand, the service is terrible, and the food is over priced. On the other hand, there is always parking, the food isn't bad, there's always a table and I'm usually a happy customer -- Despite this not being my vibe. In terms of food, I've only ever tried pastries, coffee, tea and cold salads behind the counter. It's not the best in town but it's very acceptable. Their warm chocolate chip cookies are very average. But, if you get a warm chocolate chip cookie with a little sea salt, it's a great day. I've never ordered lunch, but I get the vibe it would be similar based on what I've seen. The wait might be longer. The teas, coffees and lates are equally acceptable despite the price. In terms of price, its bad. That being said there are a lot of other over priced cafes for instagram. I like that there's not usually an insane wait. Also, parking is super easy. Most boughie cafes don't have that much going for them. Finally, rhe service is awful. There is no coordination. Very confusing where to pick up to go orders. The wait staff seem to be too busy taking instagram photos of themselves to bring orders. Despite the chaos, it's never taken too long for me to get an order. I have a feeling lunch would be different. I've never tried. Usually I stop by for coffee. read more

Swedish Hill - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Cutest little restaurant/cafe! I was looking for somewhere I could grab a caffeinated beverage and bite to eat while I worked - and while it was a little (very) busy, this worked just perfect. I ordered the draft matcha latte and it was PERFECT! Not too sweet, just the right amount. Also got a bagel which was good - the cream cheese was perfectly creamy. It was definitely busy (as I expected on a Sunday afternoon), so if you're looking to sit down inside you might have to wait for a table and service may take a bit longer. There was free street parking and I believe there's more parking around the back. Will definitely be back for the match again.. and a pastry read more

Swedish Hill - Everything Bagel - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Made a quick pit stop here after lunch one day. Although I didn't stay long, the ambiance was enough to make me want to come back. I came on a weekday, so they weren't busy at all. It was a very peaceful, well decorated, an welcoming place. I ordered a banana cream pie to go. It was pretty enjoyable, a good balance of chocolate and banana. I hope to return soon to try more of their desserts or just to hangout with friends. P.S. they have parking around the back and along the left side of their building. I had no trouble finding a spot but I imagine it might be a little tight during their busy hours. read more

Swedish Hill - Banana Cream - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is a very cute place to work from home, grab a quick lunch or even just for photo ops. The staff is extremely helpful in helping with the menu. The food is good but definitely not the most flavorful. Definitely a good place to try! read more

Swedish Hill - tomato soup, sandwiches and crispy salad - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

We came to Swedish Hill on Memorial Day weekend. It was our first time, and even knowing that this place was hyped, the food exceeded expectations. We ordered two lattes, lox bagel, two plain bagels with cream cheese (for the dog), and a baguette: The lattes were well made, and exactly to specification. At around $6 each, plus extra for syrup. The lox bagel (on an everything bagel) was probably the best lox bagel I've had in the US. I'm a huge fan and always get lox bagels whenever they are on the menu. The bagel itself was a traditional Jewish style bagel, chewy and soft. The lox was very flavorful, and the accompaniments were exactly what the bagel needed and nothing more. Absolute perfection! $18. I tried the plain bagel with cream cheese ($3 each). Even these were so good! Great flavor and traditionally chewy, you can tell they know how to make a great bagel of all flavors. This was fantastic, equal to the croissants I've had in Paris. Flaky, buttery, delicately crispy outside with a moist interior with lots of layers (and not greasy). Just perfection and perfect with the latte. This was a lovely baguette. I'm not sure if it was sourdough, but it tasted like it was. Equal to Parisian baguettes. Great flavor just in its own, and even better with some cream cheese or butter. Cons:It was insanely busy (predictably), but the take out line moves relatively fast and I was in and out in about 30 minutes. You can also order online and pick up. We got our order to go because we were on our way out of Austin, they charge a service charge for to go orders AND request tip for takeout (automatic is 20% on your total, which you can edit, this was wild to me). The inside was super cute, but a little small. There's an outdoor patio area, not nearly enough to service the crowds. I was realllyyy put off by the all the flies inside the restaurant. There were a lot of them everywhere, and there were bakery items left uncovered on which they would land. They would also land on the food coming out of the kitchen and about to be served. For the price of having a meal here, this is quite unacceptable. Either cover the food or have more bug zappers in the restaurant. Our total came out to around $60 with tip and service charge. It's definitely on the higher end for what we ordered but the food made it worthwhile. I'm not sure I would come back to dine in, it's too chaotic and unsanitary with the flies. read more

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Come for the pastries and ambiance not the price. This is a great place to take out of towners. The earlier you can get there the better because of the parking and the wait. My favorite? The almond croissant. But everything looks and tastes good. I think the cakes and everything not meant to be airy are too decadent for me since I prefer lighter pastries, but perfect for those looking for thick and decadent. Tip: Drinks don't come sweetened so if you're a sweet latte/matcha kind of guy/gal, make sure you specify. I would come again! read more

I recently came out to Swedish Hill and the item that immediately stuck out to me was their House Pastrami sandwich. This is one of their popular items, so I figured I'd give it a try. It's made very simply: pastrami topped with dijonnaise, all on rye bread. I thought it was good. I like it's distinct flavor which combines smokey, peppery, and tangy flavors. It came out quite well here! Overall, I felt the place was a bit steep. For example, my sandwich was $17. And it didn't come with any sides. In the end, I didn't leave with a lasting impression. With that being said, I give them a 3/5 for being "okay". read more

Swedish Hill - House Pastrami Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

One of the best brunch spots in town. Extremely cute indoor and patio dinning area. You order upfront at the cashier and then select your own seat. The food came very fast and was delicious! Highly recommend ending your meal with one of their homemade desserts from the bakery area! read more

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This place has amazing food and coffee! The chorizo breakfast taco was very delicious!! It is a good size for the $6. The ham and cheese croissant was filling, with a lot of ham in it. The almond croissant was to die for! The coffee is amazing. One of our coffee orders was wrong but the staff quickly made us another cup! Overall, we had a great experience and I would recommend people to try this place out! read more

I have been to Paris a few times and my all time favorite dessert are French macarons. Outside of Ny, not one bakery has even come close to the real thing except Swedish Hill! I used to buy them weekly from Elizabeth Street Cafe until someone there finally let me in on their secret. SH was slammed for lunch and while I was not hungry for food, I did order a dirty chai that was so awful after 2 sips, it went in the trash. The food looked delicious and the staff was so nice and friendly and for those reasons, I will definitely be back with an appetite. read more

This is exactly what I want when I think of coming to a coffee shop. The bakery is phenomenal and their black coffee is one of the better ones I have had in Austin. It didn't need anything added to to it. 100% recommend to anyone visiting read more

Swedish Hill - Everything Croissant with Cream Cheese and Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was very excited to finally try this Austin staple, but it just didn't live up to the hype. The food was good, but nothing life changing. We tried a chicken salad. The banana pudding pie and molasses cookie were good. The honey lavender latte was very disappointing. There was no sweetness to it. It was extremely bitter. I double checked with the person who called my name to be sure that was my drink and they insisted it was. I'm still not sold. Either it was messed up and they didn't want to remake it or they make a horrible latte. Either way we will not be returning. read more