Environment friendliness - doesn't have recycle bins Best coffee in town, yet to try the pastries. Staff was nice, took care of the order with perfection. Thank you :) Pros - has few tall bars with nice tall seats - Plenty of seating inside and outside, with these amenities around it feels like a nice location :) - has charging outlets - wifi (details below) and restroom Cons - Parking: usual downtown parking restrictions apply, 1 hour parking validation at Frost Tower, I wish it was for 3 hours; parking is such a headache around this area WiFi (no hotspot login required) SSID: Houndstooth Frost pass: coffeeandcheese read more

The staff are great but the dirty chai latte was the most disgusting thing I've tasted - fake sugar and found out it was a concentrate. They don't even carry cinnamon or spices to try to make it feel more authentic. I got a descent cortado next time, but they short take the chai off the menu if it's as bad as their concentrate. read more

Houndstooth Coffee is a local cafe with modern, oak setting with A/C, and several tables to sit at or a counter area to elevate your feet. They do have outdoor seating in the plaza. Simple, quiet, and clean establishment. The service was friendly and quick. Chai Latte (Iced) - flavorful and comforting. Support your local business. read more

See all

(3.5 stars) On paper, I should like Houndstooth far more than I actually did. It offers a clean, convenient location, courteous baristas, and fairly good coffee. I had a coffee julep (Americano with mint) during a recent visit, and it provided a welcome afternoon pick-me-up. True, it was overpriced, but the same can be said for much in Downtown Austin. Perhaps what puts me off Houndstooth is its lack of personality. This place didn't get the Keep Austin Weird memo. If that doesn't bother you, however, it's a decent option for a caffeine fix. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Coffee julep - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Nice local coffee spot in a convention center area. Ordered their vanilla latte which was really good, priced well especially considering the area and they also use house made syrups for all their drinks which makes it that much more special. Plenty of seating as well which makes it nice to catch up with friends or get some work done. Friendly baristas as well! read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

The coffee at Houndstooth hits just right--hot, bold, and confident enough to make you sit up a little straighter after the first sip. It's not trying to reinvent the bean; it's just really good coffee done right. The muffin? Moist and tasty (yeah, I said it), a perfect sidekick to the star of the show. The staff? Friendly, chill, and genuinely pleasant--no corporate "have a nice day" robot voices here. It's not the kind of place that'll make you weep tears of espresso-fueled joy, but it's solid, reliable, and definitely deserving of four stars. read more

See all

Great, local, coffee shop showcasing their espresso and teas! I really enjoyed their latte with their homemade honey syrup and oat milk. The espresso was not bitter and had a good well rounded taste to it. Get their seeded croissant or other baked goods. The service was friendly and cafe had a decent amount of indoor and outdoor seating. read more

See all

Honestly, the girls behind the coffee bar were kicking butt & taking names! They did such a great job of managing the Sunday rush, I really enjoyed watching them from the seats on the side of the bar. My fiancé and I got 2 iced vanilla oatmilk lattes and thoroughly enjoyed them. Very minimal flavors, so it makes me think that syrups are made in house. Will be back next time we're in Austin. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - The small coffee setup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Clean, aesthetically pleasing spot in downtown Austin. Barista was friendly. They definitely know what they're doing. Ordered cappuccinos and they were excellent. Good quality beans. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Sometimes you need to cool your heels and sip a pick me up cup of coffee. This is a convenient spot right off Congress to do just that!

Wonderful coffee aroma as soon as you walk into Houndstooth Coffee. The space feels warm and inviting and makes you want to stay awhile. I ordered the Heart of Texas with soy milk, which had a delicious blend of strawberries and chocolate. The baristas were friendly and welcoming. I also grabbed a Tacodeli breakfast taco, Papa's with egg and cheese and medium salsa, and it really hit the spot. I would definitely come back and am already looking forward to trying a vanilla or lavender latte next time. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Tacodeli taco - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

Nice coffee shop walking distance to where we are staying in Austin Not a large menu but drinks were good and shared a pastry Inside is rustic and they have a large outdoor space to drink! read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

Service was really quick. Great location in downtown Austin. Good coffee. Inside was clean and easy to get around. Not very big or designed to hang out. But a good little spot with good coffee. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Very convenient place to stop by if you work downtown. Below the icon Frost Tour. Space inside and outside for meetings, chats with friends or solo caffeine runs. Plenty of caffeine to choose from, my go to is an ice latte with vanilla (basic guy), they also have pastries and tacos from Taco Deli. Taco Deli is around block away and they taste better freshly made. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was visiting Austin, Texas for a work Trip and houndstooth coffee fueled me all trip long. The coffee here is spectacular, they really know what they're doing and prioritize making quality coffee. I highly recommend making this your morning to go spot read more

Was visiting Austin over memorial weekend and stopped in here before exploring the city for the day. The staff could tell we were visiting from out of state and were super welcoming and even provided local recommendations. We opted for vanilla lattes, and they were perfectly sweet and the espresso was so smooth. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

Solid spot if you're wanting a quick coffee in Downtown Austin. There wasn't a line when we walked in mid Sunday morning. Service wasn't the liveliest, but they were quick and made a mean latte. The vanilla latte was exactly what I needed after a night out and the iced matcha was good too. read more

See all

Overall, pretty disappointing for the Cold Brew. Service was good, standard coffee shop look and vibe. Ordered a large cold brew, and was dissapointed in the amount of water + ice added. It's a shame because the underlying flavor profile was good, but highly watered down on the concentrate. While I understand economic times could be tough, shafting your customer with an excessive amount of water without much concentrate would have to net a very rare, negative review IMO. Hope things get better, either training or management recognizes saving a few cents won't make for repeat customers. read more

Nothing amazing, but pleasant, with the coffee - a little fruity flavored in the Americano. Nice spot inside to work and/or socialize. Fast service. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Entrance - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is cute downtown coffee shop. They make their own syrups. It has an industrial vibe. The coffee is very tasty. We didn't have any food but there are some sandwiches in a case to grab, and pastries in a different case, and Breakfast Tacos available to order. I liked that they had for here cups available. Just probably avoid the bathroom if you can, it's downtown and there's no lock on the bathroom read more

See all

Great coffee and a decent environment to chill. I ordered a cappuccino as I usually do on my first visit to any coffee shop. Service was friendly and efficient. Definitely come back while I'm in austin read more

Had peppermint mocha and vanilla latte. Both good and not overpowering. Nice place not very big. Not much for snacks either.

After seeing the crazy amount of people at Desnudo, we decided to walk on over to a closeby Houndstooth. I was not expecting much, as they were located in a hotel/business building (?) tower. I think the gentleman making my coffee was having a bit of a rough time, because he seemed exasperated while taking the orders of the few people in front of us. I ordered a small vanilla latte, and it was on the heavily sweet side. I wanted to taste a bit more coffee in my latte, but I think it was heavily flavored with that vanilla syrup. Next time, I think I'd go with a plain latte. I wanted to take into account the rush and fatigue of the gentleman behind the bar, so I'm giving 4 stars, because I felt as though it was only fair. I hope next time I stop by, he's in a better mood. read more

Great espresso based drinks from their very high end machine. Great service, wifi, can hang out as long as you want. Also had a cold brew and it was good too. Very friendly place would go back for sure read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Hot Cappucino to say - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Between Jo's and Houndstooth, pick Houndstooth if you want an exceptional espresso drink. It doesn't lean on syrups and cream like other chains do. This oatmilk latte was rich, flavorful, looooooong, and complex. My barista opened a bag of freshly roasted beans and ground them upon my order. I got nervous because he didn't dial in the grind, but the new beans he added must have been from the same batch as the ones that had just run out. As a dine-in customer I appreciated the availability of ceramic cups (12 oz only). There was a small pastry collection by the register, and ready-made Tacodeli breakfast tacos to purchase too. The rush showed up around 10a on a Tuesday; before that was a lull in the line. The indoor cafe offers tasteful wood-accented seating, both table and bar height, and tall windows from which to view the calm streets outside. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Exterior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

This place was busy and bustling during the SXSW Film Festival, and I finally had a second between screenings to pop in for a coffee and a snack. I was happy with my experience here. The baked goods all looked so yummy, so I couldn't resist! I ordered a cappuccino and a scone from the busy and friendly employee behind the counter. The line was long and stretched back to almost the entrance, but it moved quickly and by the time I paid and moved down the line, my order was ready! Note that seating is tight here because it appears people like to come and camp out with their laptops and sit. And sit. And sit. It took me a while to find a stool for one, which was frustrating since I was just there to drink, snack and leave. It seems like a place that has regulars, which is always a good sign. My lemon poppyseed scone was fresh and delicious, with a burst of fresh and pungent lemon flavor! I loved it so much, and it was the perfect accompaniment to my creamy, rich cappuccino. I loved that my drink was served in a proper ceramic cup instead of the go-to paper cups that most coffee bars are leaning towards, and it was served at the correct temperature (not too hot and not lukewarm). Of course, you are paying for the quality, and this isn't a place for a cheap bargain! Love that it's open 7 days a week (but only until 5 pm on the weekend); weekdays you can get your caffeine fix until 7 pm! Great place if you're attending SXSW as the location is downtown and close to festival venues and the convention center. read more

See all

Matcha was very light and under mixed, espresso in latte tasted burnt. Ambiance is very mixed. there's no apparent theme, I wish w they leaned more into the theme of the name. read more

This coffee shop was near my hotel and open earlier than the surrounding shops. I had a house coffee. It was better the second day. I also had a bakery item, which was nothing special. You could order a breakfast burrito which appears to be from a close restaurant. And, there was a cooler with drinks and pre-packaged sandwiches. The vibe is industrial vibe (which I like) with concrete and wood. The seating area has good space with a variety of tables to work. There is an outdoor area. This must be a "get work done" place because the chairs are all stools. There isn't going to be any sleeping here. The counter staff was friendly. read more

See all

Friendly staff, clean interior, and always solid drinks. We came in this time for a quiet break from ACL and a holiday drink, and the pumpkin spice latte did not disappoint. Parking is always tough in downtown but getting coffee here is always worth it. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Pumpkin spice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Their iced vanilla latte is superb. Can always count on the flavor profile being balanced in a sophisticated way. The price specifically downtown is obviously questionable but paying for vibes and internet (if you're working) makes it worth it. Cheers! read more

My second time having Houndstooth and dont have a strong impression of this place. The drinks are solid, everything is alright nothing exceptional. Oatmilk matcha was 7/10 and same as Americano. The seating at Houndstooth tend to be a little uncomfy to sit in - for both central austin/and downtown location. Staffs are standard, nothing to write home about. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Oat milk matcha and Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Such a great location, lots of indoor seating options, and yummy cappuccino with the reserve blend. Fast service and good coffee read more

Houndstooth Coffee is great and very conveniently located for me where I park at the Frost Bank building when I need to go to downtown. I just order a black drip coffee what ever available and every time tastes very smooth without a bitter taste. On busy days like during SXSW they serve coffee outside along with breakfast tacos from Taco Deli and pastries. This make it quicker to avoid standing in a long line. The staff is very friendly and will talk to you about the coffee beans. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Signage - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Coffee Perfection in Austin Houndstooth is hands down one of the best coffee spots in Austin. The baristas are skilled and friendly, and every drink feels crafted with care. My cappuccino was perfectly balanced--smooth, bold, and just the right amount of foam. The vibe is clean, modern, and chill--great for working or catching up with a friend. Bonus points for their excellent selection of beans and attention to detail. Whether you're a coffee nerd or just need a solid cup, Houndstooth delivers every time. read more

The workers were friendly and it was pretty fast to get my order. The inside of the building was nice and there was lots of seating, so it would definitely be a great place to study. Unfortunately the coffee was pretty mediocre. The espresso tasted a little burnt. I could be wrong but it also came off as being more fruity. I prefer richer, chocolaty espresso; so maybe this just was not to my personal preference. I was pretty disappointed though especially after spending $8 on the latte and I couldn't even drink it. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Spooky Spice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

The coffee itself was okay and the ambiance was okay as well, I have no issues with that. What I do have issue with is that my friend found a string of hair in her chai latte halfway through her drink. And when we went to let the staff know, they treated us poorly, giving unnecessary attitude. Both of them kept denying it was their hair and then said "It happened over there" pointing to our table, saying that we saw the hair too late, basically shifting the blame on us. But in the end, my friend was given the same drink on the house, which I will acknowledge and do appreciate. However, I am disappointed with the way the baristas handled the situation. The general attitude we received when ordering our drinks was disappointing as well. read more

Second favorite coffee in downtown Austin. They use Tweed Roasters. Building has a great vibe, and the outdoor seating under the cover of the building is fantastic- you can enjoy the open morning air rain or shine! Plenty of tables. Inside is cramped and on some days was busting at the seams with folks, so it is not a quiet place to work alone. Espresso has decent flavor, but is weak- if you're used to bold coffee get a quad for sure. Pastry options are sparse, and nothing special. Service depends on how busy the place is- chaotic and rushed during busy times, and a bit more relaxed when it's slow. read more

Came here the day after X-Mas. Last visited: Dec' 23. After much deliberation, decided on the Vanilla Latte with a 1$ up charge for Oat Milk. The coat came to almost 8$ without tips, which in my case ended up as the same price with tips included. Latte was good and not hot enough. It was not piping hot. More like lukewarm. Not hot enough that you would stand a risk of burning your tongue. I wish it was a little hotter though. Taste was lackluster and somewhat underwhelming. Especially for the up-charge for oat milk. Cost was a little high for a single cup of latte. Not justifiable certainly due to bland taste. However will give it as a pass, plus as they were open on the 26th which most coffee shops aren't. All in all, passable place for coffee or latte. Good not great. Also slightly higher prices than expected. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

Started my day with Houndstooth after leaving the airport. I was unfamiliar with this spot but I guess it's a pretty popular local chain around! While I enjoy coffee, I just enjoy matcha more. Unfortunately I forgot to take into account that coffee is literally in the name, so I missed out on trying what they're best at. Service was very friendly and welcoming. Definitely left a strong impression. Restroom and wifi are available. Matcha Latte - a classic matcha latte, nothing too crazy. Matcha was whisked well and led to a smooth taste which I appreciated. No clumps at all. Ice ratio felt a bit high at roughly half the cup, which would be a bigger issue if I had gone outside into the heat. Staying in however, the ice doesn't ruin the flavor. One plus is that the ice is crunchy. read more

Houndstooth Coffee - Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I wish I had a better experience here! I came in with high hopes but was sadly let down. I was there on a Saturday, and ordered an iced vanilla latte. I thought the coffee was subpar, and nothing to write home about. I did like the atmosphere. The service could be improved, one of the employees asked to confirm my order, i said yes, and then he replied, "just wanted to make sure you heard me, I wouldn't care either way"... kind of a weird experience! read more