Restaurant Guide

Coffeehouses in Austin, $10-$25

A Cookbook Bar & Cafe

Coffeehouse, Deli/Sandwich Shop, Global Contemporary, Southern/Down-Home • Downtown • $10-$25

At this counter-service eatery located in the Austin Central Library, Chef Drew Curren of ELM Restaurant Group uses recipes from inspirational cookbooks, with a focus on the South and Mexico. The menus change seasonally and often incorporate local farm-to-table ingredients.

710 W. Cesar Chavez, 512/487-5166

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B Épicerie

Bakery, Coffeehouse, Deli/Sandwich Shop, French • Midtown • $10-$25 • First Plates

The vinaigrette-dressed beet and barley salad, tossed with mint and pumpkin seeds is inspired simplicity. Move on to luscious house-cured charcuterie.

2307 Hancock, 512/371-6840

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C Irene's

American Cafe, Coffeehouse • Downtown • $10-$25

Combining 2/3 Easy Tiger, 1/3 24 Diner, and maybe just a splash of the W. Fifth bars it neighbors, this unpretentious concept focuses on heady drinks, classic sandwiches, and daily blue plate specials. Don't forget to take a selfie by the pink neon sign out front.

506 West Ave., 512/298-0853

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D Picnik

American Cafe, Coffeehouse, Global Contemporary • Midtown • $10-$25

Brick-and-mortar version of popular South Austin food truck offers allergy and paleo-friendly cuisine, butter coffee, bone broth, and more.

4801 Burnet Rd., 737/226-0644

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E Quickie Pickie

Coffeehouse, Deli/Sandwich Shop, Gastro Pub • East • $10-$25

There are still some eclectic grocery items here, but the real story is 24 local and craft beer taps and a collection of small plates for happy hour and late-night foragers alike. Breakfast tacos emerge at 7am on weekdays here with a sassy sweet potato option, before the sandwiches steal the spotlight. Wine alternatives include three whites, three reds, a sparkling, as well as a rose by the glass. We wonder if we can still get a Slushie...

1208 E. 11th, 512/479-0136

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F Sa-Tén Coffee

Coffeehouse, Japanese, Vegetarian/Vegan • East • $10-$25

Creativity is fueled by serious coffee here, including a robust 16-hour cold brew. It's perfect for pairing with their selection of Rosen's bagels. Japanese-style toast anchors most of the food offerings, whether as the main event or a side. The toast forms the foundation to everything from grilled vegetables (yasai) to egg spread (nori tama).

916 Springdale, Bldg. 3, #101, 512/524-1544

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G The Steeping Room

American Cafe, Bakery, Coffeehouse • Midtown • $10-$25 • First Plates

From their sublime teas and sandwiches that cover the spectrum from prim to hearty, to the stellar scones, cupcakes, and tortes, this second location of the popular original in The Domain has our blessings.

4400 N. Lamar #102, 512/467-2663

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H Thai Fresh

Bakery, Coffeehouse, Thai • South Congress and South First • $10-$25 • First Plates

This combination restaurant/deli/grocery/bakery/cooking school draws patrons from beyond South Austin for some of the best Thai in Texas. Many don't even realize the bakery is gluten-free because the products are so satisfying.

909 W. Mary, 512/494-6436

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