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    Jim's Restaurants

    3.9 (280 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Rosie M.

    On a Sunday morning, we decided to have brunch. Luckily, my partner found Jim's Restaurant as an American style diner. We drove to the restaurant and found parking right away. We didn't have to wait very long after writing our name on the waiting list. We thought that the food should be okay because the waiting area was full of local patrons. Checking the reviews on Yelp, the chicken fried steak looked like the dish to get! I ordered the chicken fried steak with 2 eggs over easy, a side of fruit and wheat toast. The eggs were really good! The chicken fried steak was very dry and salty. The fruit was colorful and most of it was fresh enough. As we were eating, we wondered why it was so hard to breathe. Then we noticed black mold on the ceiling which was kind of everywhere. Looking at the couple in the booth behind us, they had a large dog sitting that was not a service dog, on the bench seat in the booth behind us. The dog wasn't so bad. After we paid for our meal, we looked up at the ceiling near the waiting area and saw more black mold in the ceiling which was very not okay. We won't be back.

    This was a double meat cheeseburger, and fries.  There was nothing special about this burger. The seasoning was not there, fries or basic.
    LaRon E.

    I went here on my lunch break hoping to get a nice decent good lunch in a timely fashion. I seated myself at the bar and proceeded to order a half-and-half, tea, and a double meat cheeseburger, and fries.. I had to remind a bartender after 10 minutes to bring me my drink, and shortly after that, my food was brought to me. Before I start speaking about the food, let me speak briefly on the gnat infestation at this place . The gnats we're not small they were pretty big in size. I had to keep swatting to keep them away from me flying around my face and flying on my food. You would think that a restaurant will be able to get that problem on the control. It was not a very welcoming situation because you cannot enjoy your food or your space. Asked for the hamburger and fries, everything about that food experience was bland and basic. There was nothing that stood out about Jim's. It was not $17 worth of food value.

    Cash wallet with all the money in it.

    First let admit , I eat here several times a week. Many of the servers have been here a long time and know me as a regular. That said , I eat here often because it's the most consistently great food and service. But I wanted to add this tidbit that should make you feel good about dining here. I was on my motorcycle so didn't have my usual routine of gathering my belongings after eating. Somehow I left my cash wallet in the booth. I did not discover this until late that night. The next day I walk in and immediately they tell me , we have something for you. My wallet. With the $130 still in it. Great food great service great atmosphere and great honest people.

    Audrey K.

    The service was very friendly and our waitress gave great recommendations for our food. Her name is Michelle. The ambiance seemed like a place to take your family to eat, it was homey inside. Always came to refill my coffee but I wish they had some other flavors of creamer. However, I didn't ask so they might have them. My food was cooked nicely, the eggs weren't overdone and the biscuit was actually nice and flaky. We also got the chicken fried steak which had some delicious seasonal jalepeno gravy on top but I wish it would've been crispier. Overall, I think they've got some great staples, the service is really nice and I like the old fashion diner style. We'd definitely come back here.

    2 eggs over medium, delicious greasy sausage, extra crispy hash browns with a side of gravy $8
    Tanya W.

    Still the BEST old school breakfast done like no other. Yelp should let us do less words..

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    Greg H.

    To be fair, we stopped in here while between things we had to do, just got coffee and beverages. We sat at the bar area and were not here long so the three stars is just do that that. It was crowded but we were up front with our server that we just were stopping in for a beverage and to discuss future plans. She was nice and fast without being overbearing. Place hasn't changed much in all the years it has been there. For a old fashioned, comfort food dinner this is the place to go. Nothing was wrong with our visit but we didn't do much or need much on this go round.

    Best darn hamburger I've had in Texas. For real.
    Beverly M.

    Why would this particular restaurant qualify for five stars? Furnishings are shabby and dated. I did not detect any environmental practices. There's so much room for improvement. Well... Take note, Yelp: This place is a gem! * When service is some of the best I have ever experienced. Shout out to the friendliest and most efficient waitress of my acquaintance: Ms Kaz! * When hardly any of the main courses are over $12. * When even two of the pickiest eaters (6 and 8 yrs) give new food two thumbs up. * When my $7.99 #1 Jim's Original Burger, fully loaded, is scrumptious. I ate every bite. And all the fries it came with. * When the food is prepared fresh. Not from cans!

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    David M.

    Jim's is an absolute gem of an establishment. Local to the Austin area with several locations around town. Offering the old school diner feel and vibe to them. They serve all of your classic items and the portion sizes and prices are extremely affordable. Food was absolutely delicious I got their pancakes and southwest Omlette. Service was great and we never had to wait too long for a table nor for anything from our server. If I'm looking for breakfast with an old school feel Jim's will be my spot to go to.

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    We always crave Jim's for some reason. Is it some type of nostalgia? It's never great, but I'm happy it's still around.

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    Love love it here. Tried the cheeseburger for the first time ! Wow. The fries were great too!

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    My boyfriend took me here and we had a great breakfast. It's not anything fancy but it's a good breakfast and the service is very good!

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    I really like the food and the sever Celia was a good sever and and she was really nice and the food was good. Recommend this place.

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    Good food, great service, and affordable prices. Good place for breakfast or daily specials.

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    Dirty and a very long wait. Food is pretty generic. Our waitress was nice, and she was wrangling a ton of tables which didn't help.

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    Awesome hash browns, waffle and chicken fried chicken. 10/10! Service was fast and friendly.

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    Are their beans vegetarian?

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    June's - Strawberries & Cream Cruller

    June's

    4.0(582 reviews)
    13.1 miSoCo (S. Congress Ave.), Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)
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    June's is one of those places I find myself coming back to at least twice a month, and for good…read morereason. Their burger is easily one of the best I've had in Austin, especially paired with their thin, crispy fries. It's my go-to order almost every time. One thing I love is that they switch up the steak portion of the menu a few times a year, and it never disappoints. Right now they have the steak au poivre, which is incredible, although I'm still craving their steak frites and hoping it makes a comeback. The escargot and French onion soup are also favorites of mine. At this point, June's has become a staple in our house--usually with a couple of Diet Cokes and either the burger or whatever steak they're featuring. A few of my friends swear by the chicken sandwich (fair warning: it can get a little messy!), the half roasted chicken, and the tuna crudo, so you really can't go wrong no matter what you order. On top of the amazing food, the staff is always incredibly kind and welcoming, which keeps us coming back. I definitely recommend making a reservation since it tends to get pretty busy, especially during peak hours.

    Long overdue review for this good Austin brunch spot. This was my first time trying French onion…read moresoup and it was the best introduction, delicious! Fun funky and classy modern and clean interior. Good and fast customer service. What I ordered : French onion soup (seasonal not always on menu) Farm egg omelette

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    Magnolia Cafe South - Prima Dora Omelette

    Magnolia Cafe South

    3.8(2k reviews)
    13.2 miSoCo (S. Congress Ave.), Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)
    $$

    I really wanted to love this place, especially since it's considered an Austin staple, but…read moreunfortunately, my experience was pretty mixed. My biggest issue started before I even got seated. There is a QR code that you're required to use to join the waitlist/queue, but this is not clearly communicated on their website. You essentially have to arrive at the restaurant and figure it out once you're there. For a restaurant that is known for having long waits and high traffic, I feel like this information should be clearly stated online so people can plan accordingly. Once I joined the queue, I was number 43 and ended up waiting about an hour and a half before being seated. I understand that popular restaurants can have long wait times, but the lack of transparency about how the process works made the experience more frustrating than it needed to be. Once inside, the ambiance was actually quite quaint and charming. That said, considering how much traffic this restaurant gets, I was surprised by how limited the space is. I honestly think expanding the property would make a huge difference, although I understand that may not be entirely within their control. One thing I will give them major credit for is the menu. Online, the selection makes it look somewhat limited, but once you're there, they actually have 50+ food options, so there is plenty to choose from. That was definitely a pleasant surprise. Unfortunately, my entrée was disappointing. I ordered a shredded beef taco with salsa and substituted a side salad. The beef was extremely tender, but unfortunately, it was also very dry. The salad was another disappointment because the vinaigrette was honestly not good. I don't think I've ever had a vinaigrette that I actively disliked until this meal. Thankfully, my fiancé had a much better experience. He ordered an enchilada and said it was one of the top five enchiladas he's ever had, so clearly there are some standout dishes on the menu. That definitely made me curious about trying something different if I ever return. I also really enjoyed that they offer hibiscus tea. I was very happy to see it on the menu, although I personally think it would be better served on its own rather than incorporated into one of their mixed drinks. The drink itself was just okay, but the hibiscus flavor was great. Overall, I can see why this place has become an Austin staple, but I think the experience could be improved significantly by making the waitlist process much clearer online and by improving the consistency of some of the food. The menu has a lot of potential, and clearly, some dishes are excellent! Unfortunately, mine just wasn't one of them.

    Service, great. Magmud, delicious…read more Tropical turkey tacos, terrible. I was expecting grilled or BBQ turkey, it was diced sandwich meat in a tortilla. Great vibe and staff, but I will not be ordering tacos here again.

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    Magnolia Cafe South - 4:30 is a great time to visit, if you want to avoid a wait!

    4:30 is a great time to visit, if you want to avoid a wait!

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    The Toasty Badger - Burger and Fries!

    The Toasty Badger

    4.3(253 reviews)
    13.4 miTravis Heights, SoCo (S. Congress Ave.), Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)
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    Free parking
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    The Toasty Badger is everything I dream of in a diner. Plenty of room, charming decor, the kindest…read morestaff, and breakfast so enjoyable I wish I had found it earlier in my trip. Special shout out to Alanis for being the absolute best. Despite running a million miles a minute with a giant smile on her face, she had time to make recommendations, check in, and make me feel like I was a returning local. I'm not joking when I say that she was 60-70% of the reason I came back the next day. Don't get me wrong, the food is PHENOMENAL but the experience was even better. Parking is somewhat limited in the parking lot, however there's plenty of street parking just south on College and Oltorf. The griddle cakes were GIANT. I typically have no problem conquering any breakfast plate but this....well, everything is bigger in Texas as they say. If you're a solo traveler, order a single and ask about their seasonal. They had a baked apple seasonal option while I was there and it was amazing. Traditional breakfasts are also delicious and far more manageable. Coffee was never ending and flavorful, not "diner coffee". I'll gladly come back the next time I'm in town.

    I was always passing by when they were closed and today I had the chance to stop in. Amazing…read more Super nice people, excellent service and the food flat out ROCKED. American omelette with three ingredients. Packed full and the eggs were fluffy. Perfection. Great crispy hash brown and delicious coffee. I can't wait to come back. Cool little retro diner vibe. I love it. Thank you!

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    The Scarbrough

    The Scarbrough

    4.5(97 reviews)
    11.6 miWarehouse District, Downtown

    I dined at The Scarbrough for brunch during my stay in Austin. It was just a short, pleasant walk…read morefrom my hotel. The Scarbrough is located inside the Scarbrough Building lobby. They specialize in crepes. They have a handful of small tables as well as couch seating. You place your order at the counter then the staff brings it to you once it's ready. I ordered my go-to drink, an oat milk latte with honey and cinnamon as well as their Lox n' found croiffin. The latte was great. The Lox n' found croiffin comes with a toasted croissant roll, smoked salmon, ricotta, avocado, arugula, capers, pickled onions and dill. I added an egg for an additional charge of $2. This was a beautiful and tasty sandwich! It was very filling, too. I highly recommend checking out this unique spot!

    The food is delicious, and the setting is unique, but the service is a bit slow…read more The restaurant is located in the lobby of the Scarbrough Building. It's a small space, with only around eight tables and a tiny kitchen behind the counter. It's a bit hard to locate from outside. There's no big sign on the window indicating the restaurant's name, just a plastic A-frame sign outside the building's doors. When I got there, four of the eight tables were empty but the dirty dishes had not yet been cleared. It took close to 10 minutes for the tables to be bused. Because the kitchen is so small, I'd recommend going up to the counter to order as soon as you get there. I believe you can also place your order online using the QR code on the table, but I didn't try that method. I ordered the lox n found, a toasted croissant roll with smoked salmon, avocado, dill ricotta, arugula, onion, and capers. The menu says it also comes with a side of roasted potatoes, but mine didn't come with that. The sandwich was delicious and filling, so I definitely didn't need them, but I do feel like I didn't get what I paid for.

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