To whom it may concern, Was here for a weekend for a wedding and had a great time. Beautiful place to host a wedding and it created a ton of great memories. The area it is in is gorgeous and was not expecting to feel like I was in a different world. Appetizers that were supplied for the wedding were great, but I thought the main meal was kind of lacking and kind of inconsistent. I understand it's hard to cater for that many guests though. Most staff were pleasant and welcoming but had a couple of experiences where we felt very rushed and herded around the property. Despite my concerns this is definitely a special place to get married and a gem on this side of Austin! Lalala, Bob B. read more

This restaurant is part of a boutique cottages west of Austin downtown in the rolling hills. It's a charming cafe with space for approximately 30ish patrons. The hospitality is very nice and friendly. The cafe uses high quality ingredients and the food is really delicious. We were there on a Thursday' night which was nice for the half priced bottles of wine all day. Well crafted cocktails are also available too. For food we dined on: Cold pressed watermelon - cold dense watermelon packed with sweet flavor contrasted against savory cheese and nuts. Really liked this dish. Little gem salad - simple but perfectly balanced flavors. Fresh. Crisp. Refreshing. Heirloom tomatoes - ripe tomatoes simply dressed with olive oil and salt. Crab cakes - these were tasty with a great sauce and pepitas. Steak - perfectly cooked to temp and served with grilled tomatoes. We were hoping for the duck confit which I've heard is incredible but they were old out for the day. They are open for lunch as well and brunch on the weekends (that menu looks good!). One that the menu is seasonal so it will change over time. read more

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The food the service and ambiance were wonderful. I would caution you to plan extra time if you go on Sunday since traffic is terrible since it's very close to Riverbend Church. The food is fresh and really well made. It's a small restaurant but it's cozy and homey! Parking is a bit tricky. Great breakfast and the biscuits are soooo good along with the homemade compote (blueberry sooo yummy). If you wanna try something a little different you should give it a try and call for a reservation! read more

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We live in Dripping Springs. My daughter who is a senior in high school at heard about The Wayback for taking photos, so I decided to look into it. I paid an exorbitant fee to use the grounds for my daughter and our photographer to spend 30 minutes around the property. A woman was on property in the office cottage. She never once greeted us and certainly did not offer us a drink of water or anything. We were not welcomed or given any lay of the land. We were completely fending for ourselves. In addition, so many of the plants around the place were dead. If you are a business are going to charge $150 for us to come photograph, then the least you can do is keep the floral life looking top notch. I was so disappointed. I called and asked to talk to someone and she said someone would call me back, but no one ever did, so hear I am. Don't waste your money on this place. read more

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This place is good but pricey. My recommendation - take advantage of their happy hours, when you can get a significant discount on wine & apps. But, I have had their salads, their crab cakes, and their fries and they were all really fresh and delicious. Servers can sometimes be a little challenging about what was ordered during happy hour vs. not, but otherwise the service is good. What's more it is an absolutely GORGEOUS spot, with a really sweet patio overlooking the hill country and nicely manicured grounds, and an inside area that's cute and comfortable. The Wayback is a little hard to find - their sign is very small and it's not near a light on Bee Caves Rd., but it's worth the trip. read more

I had brunch here last weekend with my family and it was absolutely perfect! This was my second time coming here but it had been about 2 years since. The atmosphere at this place is so special. It's small, quaint, busy, but the staff treat you like family. They were so kind and generous throughout our time there. We had a lot of food at the table and everyone said their meal was great! I ordered the avocado toast with an egg on it, drip coffee and we had sticky buns and biscuits to start with. The drip coffee was excellent. Not your average coffee. The biscuits are freshly made each day. The sticky buns were like a dessert! Gotta try them! Others at the table ordered steak and fries, the burger, chicken and waffles, Greek yogurt parfait and quiche with a salad. We'll continue to come back here! You'll need to make reservations because the restaurant is small and is always booked! read more

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What a hidden gem! When I went there on Saturday at 11:30am, only 2 other tables were filled. Very surprised considering that brunch places are usually busy on weekends. I ordered the omelet with goat cheese and sausage (sub the potatoes with side salad). I thought the omelet was just ok and the portion is pretty small. It was fine since I didn't plan to stuff myself that morning. The ambiance was peaceful and our waitress was very attentive to refill our water at every opportunity. It's the perfect place for girl brunch in Bee Cave. read more

The food was delicious and served beautifully and the menu had a good Variety of brunch items. Toddler friendly. read more

Wow. I don't say that often. But their roasted carrots with yogurt were amazing. Great staff great food. It's a bit loud and parking is tough but really great read more

Best food, service, atmosphere! 10/10 recommend for a lovely girls lunch or group dinner with drinks. Never misses!

Am I somewhere in the east coast by the beach? Because that's exactly the state of mind Wayback Cafe & Cottages has returned me to. This beautiful little escape is an absolute dream. We came in for brunch and just wow. From the decor (vintage and organic textiles) to the perfectly curated cafe menu (with seasonal offerings) to the delicious crafted drinks & specialty bites, The Wayback Cafe is a secret gem tucked away in the hill country. I am a huge fan of east coast oysters, and was pleasantly surprised when I saw it being offered on the menu. I immediately had to order a dozen for my appetizer! As for my meal, I ordered the breakfast sandwich with a lavender mimosa. I've never had a lavender mimosa before, but THIS WAS THE BEST!! My entire order was absolute perfection. Huge fan, will easily return to try everything The Wayback Cafe has to offer. read more

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First time coming here and we will definitely be back. We are new to the area and always looking for a good dining place. We came across this restaurant on Yelp and decided to walk in. It was a Sunday morning/afternoon and we did not have a reservation but they had open seating at the bar. Our drink orders were taken immediately. To start off, we had the "Morning Bun", a cinnamon roll with roasted pecans on the side. The cinnamon bun was warm and freshly baked. Quite delicious especially with the pecans. Highly recommend and it's enough for two, really even for three people if you just want something sweet to start with. I had the Omelet and my friend had the Avocado Toast. The omelet came with spinach, bacon, goat cheese, and potatoes on the side. I ordered mine without bacon and added a side of sourdough toast. I have to say this was one of the BEST breakfasts I have ever had! The omelet was hot and fresh and the ingredients were amazing. And since I have been in Austin, I have not been able to find good sourdough bread but this was the best sourdough bread I have had since moving here. The ambiance is quite nice inside but they also have outdoor patio seating. We opted to set indoors at the bar, but given the size, it can get quite loud and I would likely go for outdoor seating next time. The service was okay; I did read other reviews about the service and while we didn't have a problem getting service, we were sitting right at the bar. But I did see customers leave their tables just to come up and ask for something they had ordered but hadn't received. I like iced tea and they brew their fresh. But I was given my tea in a small tumbler, like something you would make an old fashioned in. They have large "beer can" style glasses and my friend received her cold coffee in the bigger glass. I went through the tiny glass of iced tea almost as soon as the server brought it out. She never offered to refill and I had to ask for more. Why wouldn't you serve iced tea in a normal sized glass like any other dining establishment? I asked if they could make my omelet with egg whites and was told "no". No egg whites? I have been cooking for more than 40 years and even cooked in a few nice restaurants. It takes only SECONDS to separate yolk from the whites. If your cooks don't know how, I'm happy to come by and show them. I have never heard of such a thing. You can't possibly be so busy that you can't take the 10 extra seconds it takes - and honestly, it really only takes about 5 seconds. And I was told no "special requests". I just wanted to add mushrooms to the omelet. Sad that I can't add something simple like mushrooms and you can't do egg whites. Last, we had no idea that reservations were needed. We were offered immediate seating at the bar or outside; we opted for the bar. However, when we arrived, all tables but one were empty. When we inquired about this, we were told the tables were all reserved for people coming in soon. We dined for quite a long time, and when we left, two of the tables were still empty. Sitting at the bar is very comfortable, but it would have been nice if we could have had one of the tables that remained empty the entire time we were there. But again, amazing food and we are looking forward to a return visit to try lunch and dinner and I highly recommend for breakfast. read more

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I had a good time. Loved the brunch items as well as the drinks. Would definitely recommend for brunch. read more

I will start by saying, I have not been here for dinner since pre covid, but something was off. It is still a cozy, quaint vibe... but service and food were mediocre at best and after the cheese plate arrived with two crackers on it and we asked for a few more to match the cheese and meats and the three people at the table - they charged us for crackers! I would never go back based on principle alone. They did not handle it well, when I mentioned it and the chef just stood there with a puzzled look on his face. Do not get the crab cake, it was a texture like canned cat food if I were to use my imagination on what that would taste like and the creme brûlée was not set and pure loose cream - could not be eaten. I could barely get my guests to box up the half of the meal they did not eat. High on quaint, low on every thing else. Cannot blame it on a packed room, it was dead inside. read more

The Wayback is one of those places that feels like a backyard hangout--if your backyard had great local food, shady trees, and cornhole. Came here for a birthday and ended up with a mocktail that had a tiny yellow rubber duck floating in it. Not sure if it was a garnish or a gift, but now I'm on a mission to find a Jeep-driving friend to pass it on to. Chill vibes, solid food, and just quirky enough to make it memorable. read more

I've come here 3-4 times but today was my last. Service is on and off. Today I was quite rudely greeted by a lady on staff and reprimanded for sitting down outside with my elderly mother. I was asked if I would even order food. There was only 2 other couples there (inside) and the place was very quiet on a Wednesday morning when they opened. I put 3 stars instead of 1 because the server, a young gentleman, was very sweet before we left. + The views are very pretty and relaxing. The menu is a bit overpriced but it is essentially a hotel/cottages so the pricing is reflective of that. We live around the corner so we just ended up going to Civil Goat Coffee which never lets us down. I wish I could support this business but today was an unprofessional experience. Service is what keeps a business afloat. read more

The Wayback Cafe and Cottages - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Austin, Texas

Arrived at this place with no reservation. A member from our party walked in first and was told there were no available seating. Within minutes, the rest of our party members (2, myself included) walk back in and they said we may sit at the bar, however, they initially had said there were no seats. That was a bit questionable. The avocado toast was ok, nothing special. The bread on the second photo (I forgot the name) was actually very good. I would recommended you try it! read more

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Relaxing atmosphere with great food and friendly service. Highly recommend this place.

This place is adorable!! I love meeting friends here for a little respite. It's tucked away on a bend off Bee Cave and has soft, natural lighting, great craft cocktails and a seasonal menu that is expertly prepared every time. Highlights have been grain bowls, gorgeous salads and their dinner is always spot on for the perfect date night. read more

What a fun little place, hidden away in Beecave. I will start by saying this place is a bit tough to find. If you are not on the prowl, you will drive right by it. Once you are in and find a parking spot, you get to walk around this nice home away from home. There are bungalows, a pool and a small cafe/restaurant. When I say small, I mean it. We are talking about less than 10 or 12 tables max. We chose to sit outside since they had the AC on full blast in side. Outdoors is split between the patio and the yard. For being outdoors and surrounded by trees, I was incredibly surprised of the lack of mosquitos. We did have a few flys to deal with but we survived. We ordered the ceviche, flat bread, gnocchi and chocolate cake dessert. The ceviche was by far the favorite. It was incredibly fresh tasting with the perfect amount of chips to go with it. I would probably not order the flatbread again. It seemed dry and lacking of any flavor. The gnocchi was good but also wasn't fantastic. Ending on the cake was a great choice though. I definitely wouldn't have complained if it came with a scoop of ice cream but the whoop cream did the job. Overall, we love the spot. A wonderful date spot and extremely nice staff. read more

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They were packed and even though we had reservations It took so long for someone to come over. The view was scenic and stunning. We tried to walk around a bit to take it all in and walk of our meal and someone actually told us we couldn't, rude. The food that was actually available was good but the bartender came out to talk shop about drinks and let us know what 2/3 drinks we ordered she couldn't make. Not cool and the explanation didn't make sense. I'd return again to give a second chance. As a white girl that likes nice experience the rest of the crowd seemed upity and paired with the off putting staff it's a solid food. read more

The Wayback Cafe and Cottages - Eggs Benedict - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Austin, Texas

We found the Wayback on Yelp and looked forward to eating there. We traveled a Hal hour and found it closed with a notice on the door saying it he number of days it would be closed. It was have really helped to not waste our time for the notice to be on Yelp. We will go back and will update the review. read more

This was a beautiful find really was just looking for a nice breakfast place and I found it. Their breakfast options are amazing can't go wrong with anything as well as they do have a bar for the afternoon cocktail if you need one they're really known for their colleges spread throughout the whole country right here but didn't stay there to get but I highly recommend this place for a drop in breakfast or brunch! read more

The Wayback Cafe and Cottages - Outside cafe - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Austin, Texas

The Wayback is so peaceful, fantastic food and lots of fun - like the watercolor class my friend and I attended. Music with dinner on the patio was special while visiting with family while enjoying Chef Ron's delicious food! read more

The Wayback Cafe and Cottages - We had so much fun at the water color class. The Wayback - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This place came highly recommended from a brunch/lunch perspective. You must keep in mind that this place is first and foremost a bed and breakfast concept. Parking is very challenging, there aren't enough spaces. If ever we go again we will not get alcohol. We could have bought several bottles of Tito's for the price of 4 drinks. The crab cake (cake, there is only one) was delicious but small and came with what appeared to be a small side salad. Had we known that, we wouldn't have ordered the Cesar salad which was gigantic and the dressing was diluted and without flavor. I had the salmon which was on top of a very tasty sauce. It also came with a serving spoon full of risotto topped with burnt chewy broccoli. My husband had the short ribs chile relleno which was good but very small in portion. The scalloped potatoes needed a bit more cooking and the beets although beety, lacked favor, almost as if they were canned. The service was excellent. It did take awhile for the entrées to come out. We decided to forego dessert as it was clear it was clean up time. read more

We finally made it to this place and had an amazing meal. And that's saying a lot for Austin that serves imaginary food by fantasy chefs. This place is a bit pricey and serves phenomenal flavors. The waffles were the best I have had yet and I have been lookin' for a long long time. Good job Way back! We will be back with the rest of our crazy family & friends! read more

The Wayback Cafe and Cottages - Cheeseburger, steak and eggs, eggs Benedict on crab cakes! - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Incredible all around and from Beginning to end! Incredible customer care. Excellent staff! read more

Such a cute spot for brunch. The food here is quite good. Food: Banana bread - very good Avocado toast - excellent Steak and eggs - delicious read more

My husband and I went for brunch - food was awesome, service was awful. TL:DR Ordered our food and our waiter disappears. After watching two tables sat after us get their food and pay I finally went up to the bar to at least get fresh drinks while we waited. The bartender is awesome (sangria is a must try), but still no food or waiter. The manager came out and rudely said "I'll come check on y'all ten more times" - a statement which was made all the more irritating by the fact that we also never saw him again. Thankfully, the food was amazing! The french toast soufflé was possibly the most delicious thing I've ever tasted and definitely try the ceviche. All that to say - go for the food & pray for good service. read more

Super cool experience here in an area that is not the most densely populated with restaurant options. The grounds are really nice and quaint with beautiful mature trees. The inside was also awesome though, it's a little small but I think that helped make if feel cozy almost as if you were having a big family dinner. Food was great overall. Every dish that came out had an awesome look and the flavors were great too. I'm not a huge duck fan so I will say the duck cassoulet that's pictured wasn't my favorite dish. But that was me branching out so if you're a duck fan you might like it better than me. Everything else I had though was top notch to my taste. The burrata was great and bigger than you would expect. Also had lobster Mac and cheese which hit the spot as well. Service was very friendly and very attentive. Would strongly recommend stopping by even if it's a little out of the way for you. read more

The Wayback Cafe and Cottages - Duck cassoulet - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Austin, Texas

At The Wayback Café, the ambience is stellar. I loved the decor and the vibe of the restaurant. We went there for a ladies night out/birthday party and were delighted by the relaxing space. The food presentation was beautiful but lacked flavor. I would give the food a so-so and this was my 2nd time there with the same opinion. Overall vibe of the place was awesome. I would go but just for drinks and an app. read more

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We had an enjoyable afternoon luncheon at The Wayback Cafe. The use of fresh ingredients shone in dishes like the flatbread with squash, which was very delicious. The servers were attentive and friendly. Unfortunately, it was a bit too windy for us to sit outside on the lovely patio (though others appeared to be enjoying themselves at the outdoor tables). I wish they had warned us how spicy the shrimp and grits are. My mom and stepfather shared them, and they were hotter than he normally enjoys. The salads were very good - I really enjoyed my burrata and mixed greens, though the large butternut squash slices were dry and thick and difficult to eat - we took them home and steamed them for another dish. read more

Came here with two girlfriends at noon for brunch. I made a reservation a week before and it was easy to snag. There was a large party sitting on the patio (maybe a bridal or baby shower), and it looked like a perfect place during the spring or fall weather with a medium sized group. I got the avocado toast and it was great. Service was also good. It was a little confusing arriving, since they have no check in booth. You walk in and look for the host? Also parking was very tight at noon on a Sat. I noticed some people parking off the side of the road, which seemed dangerous. I would plan to arrive early. And like other have mentioned the entrance from the road is hard to find! read more

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This place is sooo chill. Great menu and even better vibe. Highly recommend sitting at the bar for your first experience (we had Jules as our bartender and she was fun and full of energy). The burger and shrimp and grits were delicious and the lentil soup was comfort food at its finest. My wife is gluten sensitive and they even whipped a special dessert just for her. The cocktail menu is solid also. Will definitely be back! read more

The Wayback Cafe and Cottages - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is a wonderful getaway destination restaurant that will transport you to the French countryside! The most refreshing craft cocktails and a perfect spot for a girls brunch or couples night out. Love that there is plenty of parking and each dish is made from scratch. It is truly a gem of a location and one of my top places in Austin! Bonus, you can get a pool pass during the summer months and sip cocktails under an umbrella all day! read more

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Our lunch of polenta with mushrooms and cerviche with taro chips was really good. The taro chips weren't as good as on a previous visit. I love the atmosphere here, however the place was completely full and it became rather noisy inside. The waitstaff was very friendly and attentive! I'll return when the weather is cooler and one can sit outside. read more

Gorgeous restaurant and can't wait to go back. Brought out two kids with us for a quick breakfast out but could have stayed for hours. Beautiful grounds, felt fresh and clean and had the best service. Wonderful ambiance for meeting up with girlfriends, taking the family or going on a date lunch. Highly recommend! read more

Fantastic " Experience!" The food was delicious; the service impeccable; and the ambience remarkable! I felt I was in a secret hideaway!

Went to the cafe for breakfast this morning and everything totally exceeded expectations -- fabulous setting; fantastic interior and exterior design (even the restroom was gorgeous); thoughtful details and attentive service (we sat outside and it was a little breezy so they offered me a blanket to put over my shoulders); delicious cappuccino and latte served generously in mugs; high quality crockery and silverware (something I appreciate); one of the best quality yet compact wine lists we've seen (Italian, French, Spanish, Napa, Oregon and local wines); very tempting cocktail list. If there for breakfast, you have to try the banana bread with yoghurt and granola starter (it's decadently epic!!). We can also vouch for the quiche & salad (perfect buttery pastry crust and filling) and chicken and waffles (boneless, crispy chicken that wasn't greasy; waffle was light and fluffy with a crisp finish) every individual element of each dish was prepared to perfection. Will be back! read more

The Wayback Cafe and Cottages - Banana bread, yoghurt and granola starter - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is a cute little hidden place that you can easily drive past if you're not paying attention. It's a small and cozy atmosphere and if the weather isn't cooperative, there's not much seating with just the indoor option. We had reservations for a Saturday at noon and it wasn't overly busy. The service was great. Menu was pretty large, especially the drink and cocktail menu. The biscuits with the orange marmalade were good but I think the marmalade was the star of the show. I got an elevated version of avocado toast. It was good but nothing special and a bit expensive for what it is. Although I realize when I'm ordering avocado toast there's really only so much you can do with it. The cocktails were good including the espresso martini. I would have liked it to be a tad sweeter and my friend struggled to drink hers because of it being bitter, but overall I thought it was a good way to end brunch. Cocktails were expensive as well at about $16 each. It's been a long time since I've spent $65 on brunch (and that's just for 1 person). Overall, I'd probably go back again but it's not one of those places I'll crave. read more

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