I had high expectations for Café No Sé based on our experiences around Austin, but this was unfortunately the first place that fell short. The coffee tasted burnt and was noticeably off. The food lacked flavor overall, coming across bland and somewhat dry, which was disappointing given the presentation. For the price point, the value just wasn't there. The dishes felt significantly overpriced for the quality and overall experience. Service was average, nothing notable either way. The one positive was the convenience, easy parking with garage validation and the ability to charge my vehicle, which was helpful. Aside from that, the experience didn't meet the standard we've come to expect in Austin. read more

Honest review, The food is fresh... can truly taste it in every bite. I had the Short Rib bowl breakfast... and it was not nothing special, fresh but nothing special. Matcha was good... this place seems to always be busy but has sitting 30-40 mins wait. read more

Food - Not bad not the best I've had but loved the egg rolls Service - Quick and fast even when busy I really liked that. Ambiance - It's like all the other places nothing special but place was clean and looked kept up. read more

Stopped by for a quick matcha and pastry Tried the matcha latte iced with vanilla syrup / pretty good but nothing special overall and around $8 I also tried the ham and cheese croissant - delicious!! So good I ordered everything online and it was all ready once I arrived - great service Cute spot overall Inside of the hotel! read more

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Cute brunch spot with lovely decor, great service, and delicious food. Celebrated my birthday brunch here with friends; made a reservation ahead of time and they were easily able to accommodate a party of 6. Note that for larger parties they include 20% gratuity. Everyone started with a latte (they offer various flavors made from in-house syrups and milk choices). I really enjoyed the taste of the latte but it was served colder than I liked. The food was great - I ordered the kimchi hash and it was super flavorful and filling (very generous portion sizes). Everyone else enjoyed their meals as well. While they validate parking for two hours, the information on their website about parking being $4 per hour after that for restaurant patrons is inaccurate. When we were driving out of the garage we were shocked to see a $48 bill at the machine. An attendant explained we have to tap the validated ticket twice to see the correct price, which was still $25 (the standard $12/hour charge). This parking situation was frustrating and unclear. read more

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I had the avocado toast, my colleague had the burger. Overall I thought my toast was delicious. The bread was crisp and th avacodo was the right texture with the right amount of dressing etc all. The salad also was fresh and had the correct amount of dressing. read more

This would become my go-to spot for a brunch with french twist. Cafe No Se stands beautifully in SoCo and it was a breeze getting a reservation at this place. I was looking forward to this brunch because of the menu. My order: Seasonal french toast Avocado toast Coconut chai Drip coffee Cafe No Se specializes in their seasonal dishes - coconut chai especially. It brings in the flavor of coconut in a well-brewed tea and it took me back home. I wouldn't want to add sugar and have it raw just to taste all those amazing flavors. Why wouldn't I want to choose French toast because it was available only on weekends and it had peach compote and cream and sounded really exotic and it lived up to it. It was great and soft and maple syrup was great too. Avocado toast was too small and not filling but tasted regular. I loved the ambiance and the people. It was so photogenic. read more

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I've been to Café No Sé twice now--first for dinner with friends, and more recently for Saturday brunch with my boyfriend. Both times were great, but brunch especially stood out. Even arriving around 11am on a Saturday, we only had a semi-short wait, which was impressive considering how popular the place seems to be. We were seated at a comfy booth, and everything from ordering to getting our food was surprisingly quick. My boyfriend had a blueberry muffin with cream that was absolutely delicious (highly recommend), and my golden milk latte was just as good--warm, flavorful, and not overly sweet. I ordered the bagel sandwich without salmon. There was a small mix-up at first, but the staff was quick to fix it and bring out the right version, which I appreciated. The atmosphere is stylish but relaxed, perfect for both catching up with friends or a cozy date. Definitely a go-to brunch spot in Austin. Looking forward to going back! read more

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Came in for a weekday brunch. The service and ambiance were great. I loved the decor and dish ware. For drinks, we ordered an ube matcha and a cappuccino. The drinks were fine but nothing special. For food, we ordered the kimchi hash and salmon burger. The kimchi hash was good, I particularly liked the pork belly in it. I also liked the salmon burger, which had some added sweetness from an apple slaw. However, the star of our meal was the sweet potato pecan croissant we ordered at the very end of the meal. The croissant was perfectly flaky and buttery with a delicious sweet potato filling. They make all their pastries in-house, and I will definitely be back for more. read more

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Came to cafe no se on a Saturday at 4:30. I made a reservation ahead of time bc it was a Saturday on south congress for their happy hour, had no idea how busy it might be. We were celebrating a new job promotion and birthday, which was specified in the reservation when it asks if this is a special occasion (I said yes). We were seated promptly, the restaurant was maybe a quarter full. We did the espresso martini ($5 off during happy hour so $11) and an Irish coffee cocktail. The martinis were served in glasses. Like not martini glasses, regular drink glasses which threw me. They were fine. The Irish coffee could now taste the alcohol and it kinda tasted like nothing. The big draw here is the $8 bottomless fries during HH- you can choose regular or garlic and we did garlic. They're delicious. However, in the time we were there we only got two bowls because it took an inordinate amount of time for these fries to come out despite the restaurant being so not full. For food we did the salmon burger ($21), the cheeseburger ($20) and the ceviche ($23). The cheeseburger wins- two patties, buttery brioche and pickles and you can choose salad or fries. My boyfriend was happy. I was not happy with the salmon burger- the patty was so incredibly thin and hurried under a mountain of kale I couldn't even taste it. Couldn't taste the apple saw, couldn't taste the aioli- just brioche bun and kale. The side salad was dressed well though. The ceviche was underwhelming- the fish had no flavor and the coconut rice had no flavor. Our server was pretty inattentive- we sat for a long time with empty drinks before we couldn't finally get a 50% off bottle of rosé and another reason we didn't get more fries, no one to order from. She dumped the bottle on the table and didn't pour any and we never saw her again until I flagged her down for the check. The special occasion that I wrote out in the reservation was completely ignored- not even the hostess said anything about it being a special occasion. The restaurant itself was wayyyyy too hot- they have a giant what looked like portable AC that does nothing and actual fans plugged into the walls which also did nothing so we sweat the whole meal. And finally, I tipped 18% using the buttons on their little handheld card reader and beware- they tip the 18% on the full cost of the bill before the happy hour discounts are applied which I think is completely sheisty and I have never seen before. I won't be back- there's a million places on south Congress to go to spend $160 and have a much better special occasion. read more

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Chic Vibes + Solid Food = SoCo Favorite Café No Sé nails that perfect balance of trendy and welcoming. Located right on South Congress inside the South Congress Hotel, it's one of my go-to spots for brunch, coffee meetings, or just a solo recharge with good food and people-watching. The interior is airy and modern with just enough Austin quirk. Think natural light, marble tables, and a clean aesthetic that makes everything Instagrammable without trying too hard. Now the food--delicious, fresh, and thoughtfully put together. Their ricotta hotcakes are basically legendary, and if you're into brunch cocktails, the paloma is crisp and not too sweet. I've also had their burger and fries on a random weekday lunch--shockingly good. The menu rotates seasonally, but they always have solid vegetarian and gluten-free options too. Service has always been friendly and laid-back without being inattentive. It's busy but never chaotic. And yes, the coffee and pastries are worth stopping in for even if you're not staying for a full meal. Pro tip: Sit on the patio if the weather's nice--you get that SoCo energy without the noise. Perfect for watching the world go by. read more

Cute spot and great location! Loved the bottomless fries happy hour, plus $5 off cocktails although they tasted a bit bland. Service was pretty good and we didn't experience much of a crowd for a Thursday evening. read more

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Came here for brunch with a prior reservation as it is a must for weekend brunch, this place gets crowded. It is a beautiful restaurant located in SoCo that has the perfect vibe for a Saturday brunch. Ample lighting and amazing decor makes it cozy and even the service adds up to it. We ordered the avaocado toast, their seasonal french toast, coconut chai and a muffin. The french toast was excellent and being just a weekend special, it was worth trying out. I want to return just for the french toast. The coconut chai was good and flavorful; came with milk and side of sugar. Overall, it's a perfect spot for brunch and a must try! read more

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We like cute brunch places. This place did not disappoint. I love hash for breakfast. I was scared to try the kimchi hash but it was DELICIOUS. We also had the smoked salmon bagel, cafe scramble and warm quinoa bowl. The service was friendly and quick. read more

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I had originally been wanting to check out Magnolia Cafe for brunch, but after being deterred by their long wait times, I stumbled upon Café No Sé instead. Café No Sé is located in the South Congress Hotel. It has a modern and chic aesthetic. Their menu is definitely on the pricey side. I tried their buttermilk hotcakes, which consisted of 3 pancakes topped with orange pecan butter, powdered sugar, a few blueberries, and maple syrup. They were good, definitely on the sweet side, and I wish they came with more blueberries considering the price. Café No Sé is a good brunch spot if you're wanting to splurge a bit. Also, I can't confirm this, but apparently parking in the South Congress Hotel Garage is validated up to 3 hours if you ask the staff for a validation sticker when you leave the restaurant. read more

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I went to Cafe No Se to celebrate my birthday with friends. The food was delicious and there was a great atmosphere in the restaurant with cute decorations. Our food arrived promptly and I was even given a free dessert! We will definitely be returning. read more

There were a lot of food options on the menu and a very good amount of drinks. They had both alcoholic drinks and mocktails. I ordered the lemon ginger tea, and it was the perfect thing that hit the spot. Service was fast and the waitress constantly checked in every 5 minutes. The interior was very modern, beachy. Lots of blues and wooden accents. It seems like the perfect place to have brunch. Surprisingly there weren't that many cafe/ drink places on congress street. This was the first one we spotted while walking down. It was the perfect shelter from the heat. read more

Came here with some friends for happy hour and we had a great time!! The happy hour deals are amazing here, we got bottomless fries and 2 bottles of wine and it was delicious!! The staff were very accommodating too read more

Cafe No Se is a great place to go if you're in the SoCo area of town. The food is great and the service is excellent. Just had dinner with friends. Our server Holly took great care of us. She was very attentive and pleasant. Never had to ask for a refill once. The reason I'm giving the atmosphere a 3 star review is because they really need to get shades installed for their windows. We actually had to move tables in order to get a way from the sun. That sun was brutal. read more

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Such a busy place since it's located on SoCo. I enjoyed the salmon bagel. IT was fresh and tasty. It can be a bit of a wait. The service is good and it's spacious inside. It's a great spot to pop in if you have been shopping all morning. read more

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We really enjoyed our food here! The space was quaint and nice and the waiters were kind. The prices were slightly unexpected for the portions but we still enjoyed the food. Definitely will be returning! read more

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One of my favorite spots on Congress for a solid meal! Service has always been great, usually very speedy and the waiters kind. It's very spacious inside and outside. Most recently got their lavender lemonade and it was so so delicious. Their fires are perfectly crisp and their breakfast sandwich to die for. Just a really solid classic new American spot with some twists on the menu as well. read more

*First Timer* I came with a group of 10 and the waiter was attentive and knowledgeable. Salmon Burger and fries were great. I would def return. read more

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Café No Sé is such a gem right along SoCo ; perfect for brunch or lunch! The vibe here is super cute, tropical, and has that signature Austin funk. I tried a few things, and everything was delicious: * Salted Caramel Espresso Martini (4/5): A solid choice! Smooth, flavorful, and something I'd definitely order again. * Greenhouse Salad with Grilled Salmon (5/5): This hit the spot! Fresh, well-balanced, and the salmon was cooked perfectly. * Matcha Latte (4/5): Creamy, delicious, and just the way I like it. * Beet Falafel Burger (5/5): OMG--so good! I wish I could recreate this at home. I'm literally drooling just thinking about it. Service was quick, and the staff was super friendly. Overall, a fantastic spot that I'll definitely be coming back to! read more

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Good enough but not for the price. We got a variety of items and no one finished their plate or the appetizers which is major for a group like ours. My biggest let down is the presentation of cocktails. They come in small glasses and don't feel elevated at all when drinking...An espresso martini should not come in a cup. The lemonade came in a nicer glass. Our waitress was sweet and helpful when errors arose, but we did decide we probably wouldn't come back again. read more

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Highly recommend making a reservation! They are always pretty busy when I go and for good reason. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and space to move around so it doesn't feel claustrophobic even at peak service. Service was fantastic as always. There was a small mixup while we walked to our table and it was not a big deal to my group but the manager was extremely apologetic and even offered an app on the house (which she totally did not have to do, but def. speaks volumes to their hospitality) Food was delish! We got pancakes for the table (of course). The no se'viche to share, and we got the smoked bagel lox, cafe scramble and avocado toast. Everything was great and good portions for brunch. read more

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Perfect brunch place - offerings are varied and delicious, service is kind and welcoming, ideally located on South Congress. We ordered the cafe scramble with roasted wild mushrooms, arugula, pepper and spinach as well as the kimchi has with pork belly and onions. Coffee was surprisingly tasty as well. read more

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Came here for brunch with my friends while we were visiting Austin and we were kind of disappointed :(( The place was super aesthetic, the food looked really good, and the staff was nice. Since we had a party of 7, the only place to sit was outside which was quite hot but there was a fan going near us. Some of my friends ordered the mimosas and iced coffee and they said it wasn't good at all :( I got the Cafe Scramble and I will say that it looked soo good and I was really excited to try it. However, the ricotta just had a weird taste, there was too much of it, and the entire dish was just overall bland. No seasoning whatsoever so I was let down by that. My friends got the buttermilk hotcakes, smoked salmon bagel, avocado toast, kimchi hash, and the ham & cheese croissant. The consensus for their food were as follows: -Buttermilk hotcakes were wayyy too sweet, candied lemons/lemon curd did not work, and hurt to bite into with all the sugar -Smoked salmon bagel was not bad but not worth $19. -Avocado toast was good but then again it's just avocado on toast with an egg. -Kimchi has was the best item out of the whole group, actually pretty flavorful, seasoned well, and not too spicy. -Ham and cheese croissant- well you can't really mess that up. Overall, I am pretty disappointed with our experience because the food should reflect the aesthetic of the place. I thought that everything was way overpriced for what it actually tasted like and I do not think that we will be returning the next time we are in Austin :( read more

Café No Sé - Avocado toast, Buttermilk hotcakes, Smoked salmon bagel, Cafe scramble - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Absolutely amazing! The chai was very delicious, would've liked it hotter but great flavor! The yogurt and fruit were so delicious the fruit was ripe and the granola was a great touch! Enjoyed the breakfast sandwich a bit too much pesto for my liking but overall great! The service was great, very attentive. Although a little larger it gave a great coffee shop ambiance and right off 6th street so perfect! read more

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I'll be returning for the salmon burger. OMG. Café No Sé's pistachio muffin was the surprise standout that brought me back after my first visit, but I didn't enjoy it as much a second time. I still intend to sample their pastries in future visits, but the salmon will be my main main. Quick service. (Good luck parking on SoCo during brunch hours.) Their hummus is distinct, interesting. The paired bread is meh. The beet burger didn't leave much of an impression. I guess it was fine. I'd like to try some of the other food-food items, especially if I can fit the sit-in experience into my schedule. Their offerings include many vegetarian options. I can always appreciate that. read more

to start, the food here was AMAZING !! I had the kimchi hash and my bf had the breakfast sandwich. legit made the experience a little better. service was quick as well but we went early on a Sunday morning ! only reason I took off a star was for the hostess Athena. when we walked in, we were going to be sat at a high top, I asked if a booth was available in which she responded "those are reservations at 10:30" We walked in at 9:30.... I said that's fine and we sat at a high top. The whole time the booths remained empty .. we left at 10:30 and nobody was sitting there yet. I understand those were reservations but we are paying customer PRESENT !! I used to be a hostess and there was plenty of booths for us to sit at. My thing was her attitude but besides that. We will still be back. Just think Athena needs some customer service skills :) read more

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Definitely one of my favorite brunch spots in Austin. All employees are super friendly and service is really fast! The inside of the restaurant is really cute and there's a lot more to do on South Congress. Best lox bagel I've had in Austin for sure. All our plates were really filling and every dish had really different flavors. Parking in the South Congress Hotel Garage is validated up to 3 hours and is on the same block, you just have to ask staff for a validation sticker when you leave the restaurant. read more

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Café No Sé really delivered! We arrived around 9:45 a.m. and were fortunate to snag an indoor table just before the brunch rush. The menu had several irresistible options; I couldn't pass up the honey golden milk and the kale salad, which closely resembled one I make at home. I was also tempted by the beet falafel burger and ultimately decided to get one on the side--a decision I'm very glad I made. Everything was delicious, and the service was quick. It's a super cute spot with great menu items. read more

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Adorable restaurant with healthy food options in a bustling area! Here's what we ordered: -Crispy Mushroom Bowl: This light and delicious dish was even better with the added poached egg! The crispy mushrooms were fantastic! - Warm Quinoa Bowl: My friend liked it but said she should have ordered the mushroom bowl as well :) The service is neither too slow nor super fast, so plan your time accordingly! read more

Went on a Sunday and sat outside which was very nice. Service was fast, kind and attentive. The vibe of the restaurant is bright and sitting outside on a nice day on Soco is fantastic. As for the theme of the restaurant I felt it seemed a little bland and didn't match the menu. Food was a bit expensive for the portions given and frankly the options were all over the place. I love a creative menu but there were not that many options for brunch entrees and the options that did exist were more unique ones. My breakfast was good with the highlights being the sausage and everything else being solid but nothing to write home about. The location and what I saw the rest of my table get is definitely inflating my review to keep it at 4 stars. read more

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Food: I had the kimchi something, BUT IT WAS SO GOOD. The best dish only thing is it has pork belly if you are someone who doesn't eat pork I would try any of their breakfast sandwiches Service: very fast and nice Ambiance: I went on a rainy day so it was extra chill but surprisingly still busy read more

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I really enjoyed my time at Café No Sé! It's got a cute aesthetic, both inside and outside, with some comfy seating. Café No Sé offers a little bit of everything and is an excellent choice for coffee, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Food: The service was solid and the food was a pleasant surprise! I opted for the Cowboy Breakfast. It's a no frills plate, but was bursting with flavor and full of nice textures. I love when a place can do what's simple, but do it really well. I enjoyed the dish and am curious about the other menu items. Takeaway: I'm surprised I don't hear about this restaurant more. The menu is on the pricey side, but I had a solid experience, enjoyed my food, and will definitely be back soon. I'd recommend you stop in and give it a try! read more

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This place is located on the corner of a busy street where you have constant traffic and people walking by so the ambiance itself isn't too special. The ceviche is a MUST! the coconut rice addition was new for me but so delightful. My friends and I shared the dishes and that was our favorite. The salmon bagel was the next best and unfortunately we we're not wowed by the avocado toast. Servers were friendly and the food came out quick so overall it's a good spot. read more

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We were regulars, but that is going to change. Apparently there's a "new cook" so the menu changed. Quality has noticeably dropped. Harshly. This place is simply way over priced for its location and quality compared to other spots in Austin. It makes me sad because it used to be one of our go to spots, and the servers are for the most part fantastic. The good: - The Kouign Amann was delicious. - Service was fast and attentive - The coffee was great, kind of strong but flavorful and high quality. - ambiance. On south congress near the first station. We sat outside. It's a lovely location. - we were seated quickly for being a larger party The bad: - Salmon bagel has notably skimpier protein portions. The bagel was kind of chewy. The salmon bagel used to be open faced style with salmon and eggs (just 1, sliced) on both sides. Which made it easier to eat and presentation was much nicer. - Asked for en extra egg (on the bagel cause I assume it was the open faced one, a modification I made as a regular) and side of bacon. Scrambled egg was over done, cold, served on a cold plate, bacon was cheap and kind of soggy also cold by the time it got to my plate. read more

Café No Sé was one of our favorite spots and we were regulars, but recent menu changes have disappointed us greatly. Most of our regular dishes--the crispy enchiladas, salmon bagel--have changed in some way, and not for the better. Everything is just a little bit less good than it used to be. The bagel used to be served open-faced with both sides done up with salmon etc--now it's only made up on one side and meant to be eaten like a sandwich, and is served alongside what seems like a dinner side salad--lettuces, radishes, cheese. The kid's menu pancake used to come with a side of your choice, and one option was berries; but now, it's a $7 charge to add a tiny serving of berries to the kid's plate that has a single pancake. Feeling nickel and dimed on a kid's menu item is not awesome. Service is always lovely, location is great, coffee is good--but Café No Sé should reverse the recent menu changes, which haven't been for the better. read more