A consistent gem in the South Congress. Whether you're looking for a perfectly crafted vanilla…read morelatte or a solid breakfast (the ham and cheese croissant and tacos are standouts), this place delivers. The service is always friendly and efficient. Though the footprint of the shop is small, they offer plenty of indoor seating and a charming patio area. Great for a quick caffeine fix or a relaxed morning bite. One small downside: if you're eyeing a seasonal drink with decorative toppings, skip the 'to-go' order. They don't include the garnishes on takeout drinks, so you'll miss out on the full presentation.

I really wanted to like this place because of the great reviews, but it was just okay. The seating…read morearea is a little awkward. I ordered the almond brown sugar latte, and it tasted watered down, overly sweet, and the almond syrup was overpowering. After seeing photos online, I asked if they served food. The staff initially said no, then pointed me toward the pastry case. I ended up getting a kolache, which could have been toasted longer because it was still doughy and slightly undercooked. The staff was friendly, but overall they weren't very helpful. Unfortunately, the experience didn't live up to the hype.

I am always on the lookout for a quality, authentic French bakery, and after hearing great things…read moreabout Violette Bakehouse, I couldn't wait to give them a try. I love a good almond croissant and chocolate croissant, but of course by the time I decided to stop by in the afternoon, they were all gone. Next time I know to arrive earlier in the day! Not to be deterred, the vegetable quiche looked amazing, and it was delicious. The crust was clearly fresh and homemade. I also loved that the owner stayed on brand and carries Maison Perrier drinks. The Forever Strawberry is one of my favorite flavors. For those of you who prefer gluten-free options, they offer GF macarons! I'm not gluten-free, so I indulged in the coconut and Oreo macarons, and they were delicious too. One incredible deal they offer is a $10 lunch special that includes quiche, a drink, and chips. The owner was so nice, and the overall experience was wonderful. I will definitely be back!

Cute little French bakery in a small shopping strip. Not a ton of options but they have mini sized…read morecakes which was the right amount for me.

The lady running the patisserie was very sweet and patient while my friend and I were indecisive…read moreabout our pastry choices. Honestly though, you can't go wrong here! I personally enjoyed the strawberry champagne, blueberry cheesecake, and raspberry macarons. The ham and cheese croissant could have used more ham and if I could warm it in the microwave, it would have been the cherry on top My friend liked the lavender carrot cake but be sure to remove the lavender piece on top otherwise the flavor will be "intense" is how she described it lol It's a cute and cozy spot. Recommend to visit on a weekday due to the intimate seating. There's a rocky parking lot not too far from the building if there is no street parking available.

I tried the pistachio and blueberry Trompe-l'œil fruit desserts. I've had similar desserts in San…read moreAntonio, Fort Worth, and Oklahoma City, so I have a good basis for comparison. While both desserts were beautifully presented, I felt they were overpriced for their size. Based on similar desserts I've enjoyed elsewhere, I think a more reasonable price would be around $9.99 for the blueberry and $12.99 for the pistachio. The pistachio dessert had a pleasant crunchy texture, but the pistachio flavor was too subtle and could have been much more pronounced. The blueberry dessert had excellent flavor, but it lacked the crisp outer shell that adds contrast to the texture. It seemed like it may not have been as fresh as it should have been, which could explain the softer exterior. On a positive note, the staff was very friendly, welcoming, and provided excellent customer service. Overall, while the presentation and service were impressive, I expected better value and texture for the price.

If you love Levain cookies, you'll love Teddy V's. I'm not really a huge sweets person, but I do…read morecrave half a cookie or a bite here and there of their cookies once in a while. I mainly get their cookies at the farmer's market in Mueller on the weekend. My favorite is the chocolate chip with walnuts. They're good straight from the packaging, or even better if you pop it in the microwave real quick. If you like thick, chewy cookies, definitely don't pass these up!

Picked up Teddy V's Cookies at the Mueller farmers market and was seriously impressed. They're $10…read morefor two cookies, which honestly feels reasonable for the quality--especially since they're as good as Levain when prepared correctly. I got the walnut chocolate chip, and the key is definitely heating it according to the instructions. Before warming, it's good, but after heating? Incredible. Warm, gooey, and literally melted in my mouth. A must-try if you see them at the market.

Wow, just wow. This Texas Pecan Pie really knocked my socks off. I felt that true Texas pride…read moreduring this treat. You can feel that sweat, bitter glare. I would tell anyone to go to Cake and Spoon and get that sweat sweat Texas Pecan Pie.

First trip to Austin and found this delicious little gem while paying omage to Franklins BBQ where…read moreI got a sharing of the best pecan pie that has possibly ever existed. Maybe it was just the best accompaniment after the most delicate brisket ever but I just had to taste more of these pies before we left.. without waiting the 2 hours in line ofc. Well we tracked the pies down to the SFC downtown farmers market on Saturday morning where not only were the fresh pies warm, but Melissa's golden personality as well! It's safe to say that one visit will make you a regular. I know that I will be coming back just to get my fix.

Justine's has been on my list for far too long, so I finally made a reservation and went in with…read morepretty high expectations. There's an empty lot next door for parking as well as some street parking, but both are pretty limited and hard to come by. If you can Uber, I recommend it. The outdoor tent setup is really pretty and feels like a romantic date night and the main dining experience, while the inside is much more basic, but air conditioned. We were seated indoors which was good since it had just rained and the weather was quite muggy. Our unfriendly waiter (so French) came over right away to take drink orders. Our group consisted of one beer drinker, one cocktail sipper, one soda guzzler and one water drinker. The drinks were very good. For appetizers we started with the grilled octopus and escargots, both of which were delicious and the stars of the meal. For entrees two of us ordered the steak frites, also ordered bolognese, and côte de porc. Nothing was bad at all, but nothing really stood out either. For dessert we tried the crème brûlée and chocolate ganache, which were fine to finish the meal. If you go, definitely get the grilled Spanish octopus, that was the standout dish for me. For a party of four, our bill came out to $360 plus the tip. I'm glad I finally tried it, but with the higher prices and kind of average food, I don't feel a strong urge to come back anytime soon. Maybe in good weather I would uber over for some drinks and great appetizers.

You don't have to be French to hate Justine's…read more Too bad to have to leave this clip joint even one star. Wait! I give it one star for the amazing gall to offer this offal up as French food! And for rolling their eyes, and their practiced Gallic condescension. Austin used to have a couple of decent French restaurant/bistros: Chez Nous was run by people from Marseilles, and Chamonix, and other parts of France. It didn't compare to French restaurants in France, but it was a decent value, and it was way better than nothing. Fabi & Rosi was probably more German than French, but with a good Euro mentality. Both Fabi & Rosi and Chez Nous died in the Covid plague. The best French resto in Austin by far was Aquarelle, which when it opened had a skilled chef in the kitchen from Aix-en-Provence. Austin probably wasn't ready for real French food at the time, and it quietly folded a few years ago. That brings us to Justine's: when it opened ca. 2009, it was a good value. The escargots were good, the onion soup was good, they served Delice de Bourgogne cheese, and the bread was good enough to mop up the garlic butter sauce. The other offerings were always meh, and the place was loud enough to remove the enamel from your teeth. I had skipped it for a few years until I got back from a trip to France, and wanted a nice French dinner. So I chose to return to Justine's. The crime and the pity of this place is that it is owned and operated by French people, and they know real French food, and they are deliberately abusing the public with their food, service, and prices. Americans generally associate French dining with arrogance, condescension. and laughable price points: if that's your expectation, then Welcome To Justine's! We ordered the radishes served with butter as an appetizer, which was not served with bread--which is sort of the whole point of eating radishes and butter. When we pointed this out, they charged us $5.00 for a half-baguette of bread to go with. Their bread! Their bread! Oo-la-la! Every French or Italian person knows that bread is firm and crusty on the outside and pillowy and delectable on the inside. What we got was the usual squishy, spongy stuff they sell at Walmart (not to cast aspersions on Walmart). THESE PEOPLE KNOW BETTER than to serve bread like this, and at this price! The rest of the meal was downhill--and EXPENSIVE, laughably overpriced, like the stereotypical snotty French dining experience. Before you eat here, do yourself the favor of reading the plethora of one-star reviews before submitting your own. And while we're here, the local food critics LOVE this place--has anybody writing these reviews ever been to France? Or Quebec? So many good restos in Austin have died, ill-served and neglected by the local 'food experts'. Let the buyer....wait: QUE L'ACHETEUR SOIT PRUDENT! THAT'S as close to France as you'll get with THIS joint.

I came into Upper Crust Bakery for some of their delicious cranberry walnut sweet bread. It is…read moresweet and tangy simultaneously. Also the different textures are appealing as well - soft sweet bread converging with crunchy walnuts. It is so good! Upper Crust Bakery is my "go to" bakery when I am hosting a party that has associated dessert. My favorite cakes at Upper Crust is the Chocolate Italian Cream and the Gato Marissa cakes. They also have an assortment of cookies, pastries, muffins and other sweet treats. It is not unusual to find a line to get to your heavenly pastries and coffee, however, the line goes rather quickly. Many customers are at the bakery only for pickup...revolving pickup counter. Others linger in the bakery enjoying their bakery treats. They also serve soup, sandwiches and quiche as well. Generally, everything I have purchased here has been delicious. Cool environment...

They have wonderful made english muffins. I hope to get back soon when they've completed…read moreconstruction to try some other baked goods.

Yall! These right here are hands down delectable and dangerous! I was greeted with a warm welcome…read moreand he happily helped me out getting my cupcakes together and even gave me a suggestion for a first time cupcake. The James and Dad Bod were the 2! Returning again for sure! Thank you for a sweet evening!

Husband ordered my birthday cake here and it was an amazing surprise and it was delicious!…read more It was Linkin Park themed cake and it was delicious strawberry cake with a buttercream frosting!