Parking? Easy. They have a front lot off Congress and another one off Sandra (just South on…read moreCongress after you pass the bar). The drinks? Oh my gaaahhd. I'm usually not a fan of 'craft cocktails' out bc they're overpriced and not nearly as good as what my partner makes at home, but these were glorious. These drinks had layers of flavor. And fresh ingredients. And they were reasonably priced. Honestly, I don't even remember the last time we had such good drinks out (ok that's a lie but another review and it was at that place where Crowbar used to be - but these win hands down). The bartenders were nice and knowledgeable (Did I mention they make amazing drinks?). The outside has a similar feel to Cosmic but more secluded which is nice. They have plenty of seating, mostly outside, and food from an onsite truck, Sabor Tapatio. Honestly, I feel like this place is a unicorn. 78745 low key vibe but also with some old school Austin feels (I'm talking 2005 mid-Noughties - not 20-teen Rainey Street batch cocktails). They also have coffee in the mornings which we'll be checking out sooner rather than later. 10/10 recommend.

Met a friend here on a sunny Sunday afternoon. I was happy that it wasn't overcrowded - one of us…read moredid have to utilize the add-on parking in the back. There are plenty of different seating options but very few seats inside. The place is chill, ordering drinks took some time even with no rush. Seems like they have some pre-mixed type of cocktails. Honestly, neither of us liked our drinks much. We actually left it behind. The food truck is nice to have though we didn't get to try. Happy that South Austin is finally seeing some nice spacious outdoor hangout spots.

Cool little dive bar. Good and friendly bar service with a mix of different xmas themed cocktails…read moreand Christmas decor. We appreciated the $5 special which includes a small high life and a shot of whiskey. I'm pretty sure the pepperoni pizza we got there was digiorno though which I find a bit unusual.

went to check out little drinks lounge across the street from RedRose! was able to go visit during…read moretheir holiday winter pop-up! They had a select list of Christmas cocktails or shots that you could take. (they use premium liquor in the themed cocktails and cocktails you order). I love the decor and the service that was given there! we ordered a pretzel that was delivered out pretty quickly. The photo booth and photo wall was a nice touch to the bar that adds a unique style to them! would highly recommend checking this place out if you're just wanting to hang out with your friends and or wanting to take someone on a date!

The food was unexpectedly delicious! I wasn't so excited to go to a bar for dinner, but this place…read morewas truly worth it. All of this was about $80 without tips, which I think was very reasonable. We truly had a great experience!

It's been weeks since my first, (and so far, only) visit to The Little Darlin' and I'm still…read moredreaming of that hamburger I had. Seriously the BEST HAMBURGER I've ever had. Like, I'm probably never going back because I'm not sure that is repeatable . I like my hamburger well-done which usually means a fairly dried out burger, which I'm always fine with. NOT SO at this establishment! It was PERFECTION! Actually juicy, full of grilled flavor and expertly paired with toppings of their choice. I changed nothing and now I think I'm ruined because nobody will ever serve me a better burger! I also had the elote dip and it was also STELLAR! Bravo y'all!

We didn't even realize that Pinthouse Brewing had a sourdough crust (apparently not all locations…read moredo), so that was such a fun surprise. The sourdough pizza was really good--almost like a focaccia/Detroit-style hybrid, but with the sauce layered on the bottom. Super flavorful, crispy edges, soft inside... honestly just hit. Also--my husband was way too excited (in the best way) to see boiled peanuts on the menu, so of course we had to start there. Great call. We'll definitely be back.

great spot if you're going out with a group or just want a lot of space to spread out. The place is…read morehuge, with plenty of seating, so it feels easy and low-stress even when it's busy. They've got tons of pizza options, which makes it fun to try a few different things or share with the table. Ordering is super convenient too since it's mobile-based, so you can skip the line and just order from your phone. Parking is easy, which is always a win, and it's especially convenient if you need to recharge your Tesla while you're there ;)

Best hot dog I ever had. Will take my wife on a date there for booze and dogs soon…read more Awesome Irish pub to hang out after 18 as well.

The service was efficient. The burger was okay but the bacon was raw…read more The tables were semi clean. Bar seating area that looks more of a storage unit Some tables and booths. TV in the booth area.

THE BIG: What is a botanical cafe? Apparently Leona! This south Austin spot boasts quite the garden…read moreaesthetic with tons of indoor/outdoor seating. Parking lot is available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: We came here with another couple and their baby to catch up. Didn't know this spot was here in South Austin. Parking lot gets filled up quickly and the overfill is at the Lowes across the street which is a 5 minute walk. Ordering drinks is straightforward by going inside the building and placing your order. We ordered the Banana Hojicha latte and the matcha latte. The banana hojicha was delicious and not overly banana with the cold foam. Our babies loved hanging out and there were plenty of seating between picnic chairs, tables, indoor seating, and Adirondack chairs. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Damage done for the two drinks was around $17. Pretty delicious and inventive drinks here. Will be back for more chill weekend hangouts and trying some of the food spots here.

AUSTIN HAS A NEW BEST COFFEE HOUSE!…read more Whoever is in second place is twenty yards back. * * * Imagine you went to a garden store/nursery except that they didn't sell plants and flowers. They sold coffee and food and you could stay there all day. This is what Leona's is really like. There are trees and greenery and a pond and wandering paths and tables everywhere. Everything is very eco/bio/green-o/plants-everywhere-o. I don't live anywhere remotely near Sunset Valley. But if I did, I would be here all the time. * * * Their elote latte is one of the most interesting coffee drinks in Austin - rivalled only by the Mont Blanc at Neon Belly. Yes, it is a corn latte with a set of corn based sweeteners that work really well. (If the sweeteners are euphemisms for corn syrup ... I forgive them in advance. Corn syrup would have just atoned for all of its sins. However, I think their secret corn ingredients are something else.) This was a drink that was love at first sight. * * * Their blueberry muffins are insanely good. That last sentence is one I never thought I would ever write in the State of Texas. Blueberries in the Pacific Northwest are almost always to die for. Blueberries in the Midwest can be to die for if you go to the right farmstand. New England and New York State can have good blueberries if you look assiduously. Texas Blueberries? Up there with Hormel Canned Chili. So to get an outstanding blueberry muffin in Texas was not something I was expecting. * * * A huge amount of the appeal of Leona's is the ambience and the "food trucks". Leona's consists of four outbuildings built around a park in the center. There is plenty of seating in the park. Most people sit there. Samuel C. and the Great Texas Outdoors do not get along. It is either too hot, too cold, too rainy or too something else. (Oobleck. Whatever.) However, the building where Leona's serves the coffee has windows and you can see all the glory of that without putting up with the Official Texas State Bird. (Google says the Texas State Bird is the Northern Mockingbird. Anyone who has lived in Texas longer than 48 hours knows that the Official State Bird is the Mosquito. You eating outdoors is you volunteering to donate blood for the preservation of the Texas Mosquito population.) Looking out the window from inside however, the view is outstanding. Being in a park with air conditioning and protection from mosquitos? Count me in! * * * The crowd is as cool as cool can be. (South Austin rolls in coolness - while having residents smart enough not to fall for paying New East Side rents.) You get reflected coolness just from sitting next to these people. Spend ten afternoons drinking coffee at Leona's and SXSW will cut 30% off the price of your badge or wristband You are exactly the type of person SXSW tries to attract. If you play in a band, your band will get a slot in a showcase immediately. It is hard to not like coolness like that. (Yelp Management: Do not believe Samuel C. on the SXSW price discount. We will deal with Samuel C. in our own way.) * * * One of the neatest thing about Leona's is that they have three food trucks that are not food trucks. They took outstanding food truck vendors and gave them mini-brick and mortar establishments - smaller than a real restaurant but bigger than your standard food truck. I think the almost-brick-and-mortar concept is absolutely outstanding. Now to be sure, I have not eaten at any of the three food vendors on site. (Actually two food vendors with one locked in and forthcoming.) But the one I know - Veracruz Tacos is top of the line. I am fantasizing that a food truck can do more with the kind of space Leona's is giving them than they can with a standard food truck. This theory however needs empirical test. * * * That said, I am willing to just go down there even with no food trucks, look at the scenery, drink amazing coffee drinks and eat fantastic baked goods. Apparently from the situation in the enormous parking lot - So are 638,542 people. The parking lot which is massive for a coffee house still can't hold the armies and armies of people who want to hang out at Leona's. Brodie is hard to park on, so people spill over into strange parking lots and distant neighborhoods. But ... you know ... For an elote latte ... And the chance to pretend I am more amazing than the latest just-discovered songwriter being played on KVRX ... For those two things, I would park in a Lowe's and walk across the street. Paradise has its price.

Meanwhile is more than just a brewery, it's a gathering spot. I love the cedar-tree-covered space,…read morethe stage outdoors for live events, and there's food choices and ice cream to boot! And the beer itself? My go-to for ipas in Austin. Jellyfish, smellyfish

Meanwhile is the epitome of a family-friendly, dog-friendly, large, and welcoming brewery. One of…read morethose spots to go with the fam, the significant other, have a date night, check out live music, and so on. It's got a rad vibe that is so very Austin. I am in love with the Baltic Porter. I am all about porters and stouts and this one is bangin'. I also really like the Darlin' Texas Lager, it's light and punches taste. The beers are so well crafted and I rank them up in my Top 20 favorite breweries.

Stoped by here during SXSW 2026 to listen to some bands this past Saturday. They had some fun…read morecoconut water samples that they used to make cocktails at the inside bar. I got one of their dark rum cocktails. They had some yummy food trucks in the back and several of us had items from Wow Poke which was really good. The weather was nice so we could sit outside in the back area in the shade while we ate. Then we wandered around and listened to the bands for a bit. It's a really nice space. I've been there once before for swing dancing one evening. I wish I lived closer to it but I'm sure I'll end up back here eventually for another event!

Radio East is such a great spot. I went on a date here and it's perfect for that, but it would also…read morebe fun with a group. There's tons of outdoor seating, which I loved. Indoor seating is more limited, but it didn't bother us at all. I had a matcha and it was smooth and really well made. They also have food trucks on site, so it's easy to grab a bite while you're there. Big plus for easy parking, and I love that they sometimes have live music. Overall, highly recommend, relaxed, fun vibe and a great Southeast Austin hang which I really appreciate because there aren't too many things in that area yet.

Cosmic is a great coffee and drink spot in Austin, I feel like everytime I go in a date they always…read moresuggest this place and I can see why. The ambiance is really fun and unique, especially with the little water pond that adds a relaxed, outdoorsy vibe. There's a good mix of indoor and outdoor seating, so it works for different moods and weather. The drink menu is huge, with coffee, tea, and both alcoholic and non alcoholic options, so it's an easy pick no matter what you're in the mood for. I also like that there are food trucks right outside, which makes grabbing a bite super convenient. Plus, the large parking lot is a nice bonus. Overall, it's a really solid, easygoing spot for hanging out or going on a casual date.

We live walking distance to the Saltillo location on East 4th and spend more time there than can be…read morecounted. Coming out to the Pickle Road location for the first time was pretty rad. The coffee is spot on as at the other location. Shared an iced butterscotch latte with my boyfriend and it was yumx2. There are similar interior decor elements but the exterior spaces differ slightly. Saltillo is more industrial and city. This location is huge with lots of outdoor seating as well as indoor. They've got a mini food truck park (3 trucks), koi pond, chickens, nature, etc. It's definitely a great spot for families with kids and larger gatherings of folks. Just like "our" location, service is exceptional. Everyone was so good to Sir Benjamin. He was so relaxed and chill during our hangout. It's that peaceful vibe that comes with good service and pretty landscaping.

Visited for a concert this past weekend and would definitely come back for a night out or another…read moreevent! Plenty of outdoor seating (some with heaters on a cold night, some shaded for food/drinks during the day), and pretty much everything you need from a food/drink option. Bar lines moved quickly, and though we didn't get to try the food trucks on this visit (seemed like a pizza and bbq choice), they looked great! Not a lot of parking for such a large capacity venue (I'd guess this can easily host 1,000+ between indoor and outdoor standing room). Would recommend you plan a rideshare in advance!

Really cool spot but the bartender was rude. Asked for a sample of the frozen margarita drink and…read morehis response was "have you never had a frozen margarita before" in a very condescending manner. We were going to order more drinks but after this uncomfortable encounter we were one and done. Atmosphere is nice, lots of space, dog friendly, TVs with sports on everywhere and one large screen for the main games. Loved the BBQ food truck too. Great brisket sandwich and onion rings.