Second Helpings

The Frisco Shop (1952)

5819 Burnet, 459-6279

Daily, 7am-10pm

The Frisco was the fourth of local entrepreneur Harry Akin's beloved chain of restaurants and one of the first eateries opened in what was then "North Austin." It's still the preferred breakfast spot of many old Austinites and maintains a loyal neighborhood following.

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