Best Brunch in Austin

The food is well-regarded for its excellent quality, fresh ingredients, and delicious flavors, with many dishes highlighted as standouts.

“Phenomenal food. Great for a hearty breakfast”

Service is overwhelmingly described as friendly, kind, and outstanding, though a few isolated instances of rudeness and a condescending tone have been noted.

“Amazing service. Phenomenal food.”

The atmosphere is consistently described as cool, laid-back, cute, and inviting, often enhanced by live music.

“Cute shaded area to eat”

Diners find the prices reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, offering good value for money.

“Very affordable & worth it!”

The food is well-regarded for its deliciousness, with many dishes, particularly the French toast and pancakes, receiving outstanding recognition. Fresh ingredients are also frequently noted.

“Best French toast I’ve ever had!”

Service is generally described as friendly, attentive, and first-rate, with staff often going above and beyond to accommodate guests.

“Service was the absolute BEST!!”

The atmosphere is frequently described as lively, bright, and welcoming, contributing positively to the dining experience.

“The atmosphere was wonderful”

While some diners find the prices reasonable, others note it can be a bit pricey, though generally considered worth it for the quality and experience.

“It has something for everyone”

The food is well-regarded for being delicious, creative, and well-prepared, with many dishes highlighted as outstanding.

“Food was amazing”

Service is a standout strength, with numerous staff members frequently recognized for their first-rate attentiveness, friendliness, and helpfulness.

“Service was great”

The atmosphere is consistently described as warm, welcoming, cozy, and homey, contributing to a positive dining experience.

“Atmosphere was amazing”

Diners generally find the prices reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, with some noting it as budget-friendly.

“Well priced and delicious”

The food is well-regarded for its deliciousness, particularly the Korean fusion elements like the bulgogi dishes and spicy pastas. Fresh ingredients are noted, though some dishes can be overly salty or burnt.

“The food was excellent”

Service is generally friendly and attentive, with staff often described as helpful and knowledgeable. However, there are occasional reports of rushed or rude service.

“Servers were very attentive and helpful”

The atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, homey, and inviting, with both indoor and outdoor seating options available.

“Nice homey vibe”

Portions are often described as generous, and while some find the prices slightly high, many feel the quality and quantity justify the cost.

“Good sized portions for the price”

The food is generally well-executed comfort and Southern cuisine with modern twists, featuring popular items like fried green tomatoes, chicken fried steak, and shrimp and grits. While many dishes are known for flavor and quality, some diners note inconsistencies or dishes that don't quite meet expectations.

“Food was first-rate and very well done”

Service is consistently highlighted as a strong point, with staff frequently described as attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and going above and beyond to ensure a positive experience.

“Waitstaff cordial, attentive and welcoming.”

The atmosphere is well-regarded as festive, cozy, rustic, and welcoming, with a nice decor and a large space that can accommodate groups.

“Cozy and quaint. It was loud”

Most diners find the value to be good, with reasonable prices for generous portions and high-quality food. However, noted a significant price discrepancy for a holiday brunch.

“Reasonable price with big portions”

The food is frequently described as delicious, fresh, and flavorful, with many dishes receiving high celebrate, though some find it too sweet or overly seasoned.

“Food was amazing”

Service is generally friendly and attentive, with many positive mentions of staff going above and beyond, but isolated incidents of neglect and rudeness have been reported.

“Great service and it’s just great”

The atmosphere is often described as great, with good music, decor, and an inviting, family-owned feel.

“Great vibes, music, and overall aesthetic.”

While many find the food delicious, several diners consider it overpriced, particularly given the portion sizes and the practice of charging for chips and salsa.

“Overpriced especially given the smaller portion sizes”

Creative, fresh brunch menu with notable items (churro pancakes, breakfast fried rice, migas, benedicts). Most diners celebrate flavor and portions; occasional consistency complaints (dry biscuits, undercooked pancakes, one steak too thin). Homemade sauces and hot sauce widely celebrated.

“Fresh, flavorful, beautifully presented”

Well-regarded for friendly, attentive, knowledgeable staff with genuine enthusiasm. Named servers (Savannah, Piper, Eliana, Aylissa, Ryan/Bryan) frequently highlighted as outstanding. Three isolated complaints of rudeness; most staff interactions warm and welcoming.

“Service that makes you feel welcome”

Vibrant, energetic 1960s-retro diner aesthetic with modern Austin twist. Described repeatedly as colorful, fun, welcoming, day-brightening. Disco balls, murals, playful decor. Lively but not overwhelming atmosphere. Perfect for social brunching.

“Bright, colorful environment”

Consistently described as well-priced for quality and portion size. Diners note good value relative to comparable Austin brunch spots. Large portions and homemade items justify pricing. No overcharge complaints detected.

“Food did not seem overly expensive”

Well-regarded for fresh, well-seasoned dishes with notable items like shrimp & grits, chicken & biscuits, and beignets. One report of undercooked chicken; scattered mentions of oversalting and bland execution suggest inconsistent kitchen prep, especially during peak times.

“Fresh ingredients and great quality”

Staff consistently described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Managers (Ran, Kailey, Jay) well-regarded for going above and beyond. One report of rude service and one order error corrected by server. Counter-service model works well but can create confusion about table assignments.

“Staff was so friendly and welcoming”

Bright, airy, modern space with tall ceilings and large windows. Extensive indoor/outdoor covered seating regarded as 'cute' and inviting. Order-at-counter model creates casual feel. Dog and kid-friendly. Attractive to both solo diners and families.

“Light & airy, perfect morning stop”

Perceived as moderately priced with generous portions. Multiple diners note good value for quality ($30-50/person typical). Some find it overpriced for fast-casual format given inconsistent execution; criticized 'way overpriced' cold food.

“Very worth the price for portions”

The food is well-regarded for its freshness, particularly the homemade corn tortillas, which are frequently cited as the best in the city. Dishes are described as delicious, tasty, and made with high-quality ingredients.

“The freshness of the homemade masa is amazing.”

Service is frequently described as friendly, kind, and sweet, with staff often acknowledged for their positive demeanor and respectful interactions.

“Great service!”

The atmosphere is generally neutral, with mentions of a nice seating area and good shade, but no strong emphasis on ambiance.

“Nice seating area 😋”

While one diner noted it was 'a little pricey,' most diners found the prices reasonable and the quality of food to be well worth the cost.

“Prices were def reasonable.”

Tacos are well-regarded for their authentic, delicious, and flavorful taste, with specific mentions of barbacoa, carnitas, and menudo.

“Best breakfast taco I've had”

Service is generally described as friendly and kind, though one diner noted a lack of friendliness from the order taker.

“Very friendly service”

The atmosphere is that of a casual food truck with some covered seating, often noted as a 'favorite' or 'hole in the wall'.

“Nice covered seating outside.”

The tacos are considered fairly priced and a good deal, with portions described as good or stacked.

“Not overpriced.”