Best Cafés in Austin
17 spots, ranked by real community signals — photos, ratings and honest verdicts. We never sell placement.
#1Caroline
4.8(14,570 reviews)
Beloved daytime cafe for pastries, lattes, and thoughtfully prepared breakfast
#2Magnolia Cafe
4.5(7,211 reviews)
All-day comfort cafe where locals linger over generous plates and strong coffee
#3Bouldin Creek Cafe
4.7(4,776 reviews)
Beloved vegetarian haven on the South side, known for warm vibes and hearty bowls
- 🍽️#4
Lazarus Brewing Co. East 6th
4.7(2,448 reviews)
Craft beer and coffee under one roof with a welcoming East Austin vibe
#5Kerbey Lane Cafe - South
4.4(4,001 reviews)
All-day brunch staple beloved by Austinites for pancakes and queso any hour
#6Cherrywood Coffeehouse
4.5(2,395 reviews)
Cozy neighborhood spot for coffee, comfort breakfasts, and unhurried mornings
#7Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches
4.7(1,534 reviews)
Czech-style pastries and craft beer draw weekend crowds to this cozy East Austin spot
#8Elizabeth Street Café
4.3(2,584 reviews)
Vietnamese café where bánh mì and French pastries meet strong coffee and local charm
- 🍽️#9
Bennu Coffee on Congress
4.5(1,582 reviews)
Late-night haven for coffee, pastries, and free WiFi that locals rely on around the clock
- 🍽️#10
Bennu Coffee
4.5(1,487 reviews)
All-day Austin cafe with pastries, sandwiches and a relaxed neighborhood vibe
#11The Salty Donut
4.6(1,204 reviews)
Artisan doughnuts with inventive flavors and a serious coffee program
- 🍽️#12
Desnudo Coffee: East Austin
4.8(857 reviews)
Specialty coffee and Mexican bites crafted with care in a bright, welcoming space
- 🍽️#13
Houndstooth Coffee
4.5(1,187 reviews)
Specialty coffee roasted in-house, drawing Austin's caffeine devotees daily
#14Proud Mary Coffee
4.5(842 reviews)
Specialty coffee and house-made pastries that locals swing by for all day
- 🍽️#15
Desnudo Coffee: Downtown
4.7(297 reviews)
Downtown Austin coffee bar where consistent espresso and friendly baristas keep locals coming back
#16La La Land
4.2(380 reviews)
Bright cafe where Austin locals gather over coffee and all-day brunch plates
- 🍽️#17
CaPhe.in Coffee
4.3(307 reviews)
Vietnamese coffee done right, from strong ca phe sua da to sweet egg coffee
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