Had a great experience at Joann's. Our waiter was also bartending as they were short on staff that evening. Our waiter had a lot going on and forgot to put our order in. I finally asked after about 40 minutes and he so apologetic. Both our waiter and manager dealt with the situation in an amazing way! You can tell this place prides itself on great service and made things more than right! Food was also excellent. Had the Humus appetizer, fish tacos and shrimp tacos. Highly recommend. read more

Cute diner vibes on South Congress with an eclectic menu and a full bar -- what more could you ask for? They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, plus a small free parking lot for patrons. I've been here for both brunch and dinner a handful of times, and it has never missed. The menu is a Tex-Mex/American diner hybrid with plenty of options across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Portions are generous, everything is well-seasoned, and the staff is consistently friendly and quick. On my most recent visit, we started with the green pea guacamole -- topped with queso fresco and mint and served with tostada chips. I completely forgot to snap a photo because I dove straight in! The chips were perfectly crunchy and salty, and the mint gave the guac a bright, fresh twist I absolutely loved. For my entrée, I went with the chicken tinga rice bowl (white rice, avocado, queso fresco, kale, sunflower sprouts, veggie black beans, grilled corn, and salsa molcajete) -- and it completely hit the spot. The chicken was juicy and full of flavor, and every component in the bowl worked together beautifully. Every single bite had a little bit of everything, and I left beyond satisfied. Such a great spot. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town! read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Chicken tinga rice bowl - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Went to Joann's Fine Foods for a girls' dinner and was immediately in love with the vibe. The inside has this fantastic old-school diner feel, complete with the staff wearing diner-esque uniforms, and I was OBSESSED. Such a fun space without feeling overly themed or gimmicky. They have a decent cocktail list and, perhaps most importantly, bonus points for serving Coke products and not Pepsi. I have to eat gluten free, and our waiter was very knowledgeable about what I could and couldn't have, which is always hugely appreciated. I ended up ordering the steak fajitas with corn tortillas and y'all, they HIT THE SPOT. Really good, a generous portion and enough that I had leftovers for lunch the next day. My only real hesitation is the price. Nothing was outrageously expensive individually, but it added up faster than I expected. For one cocktail, a Diet Coke and the fajitas, my bill was $66 before tip. Not insane, especially for South Congress, but definitely enough to make me go "huh" when the check arrived. Overall, I really enjoyed Joann's. The atmosphere is adorable, the food was great and I felt very comfortable navigating the menu gluten free. I'll absolutely go back, but at the price point, it probably won't make it into my regular rotation. read more

We were visiting the South Congress area of Austin and wanted a quick and good meal in a place where there was a wide selection. Joanne's Fine Food was exactly what we were looking for. The restaurant is a funky diner, boasting indoor and outdoor seating. Not wanting a huge meal I opted for a three egg omelette with chorizo covered in a salsa Verde. Came with a side of refried beans that were terrific. Rather than the typical brown beans, these refried beans were made with black beans and were tasty and smooth. It was absolutely delicious. If you know real chorizo, then you know it must be oily and this chorizo was just that. It blended beautifully with the egg and the salsa. My wife opted for a simple taco, she wanted a veggie, and she got what she ordered. It was simply delicious. All the flavors were spot on. I enjoyed a regional beer with my meal while my wife had a glass of vegetable juice. Everything was as ordered, and as expected, and delivered from a waiter who was kind, funny, and engaging. I can't think of any reason to rate Joanne's anything other than five star based on this visit. read more

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Great food and great service! I really enjoyed the rice bowl with chicken. The ambiance was great and unique. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Green Pea Guacamole - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Tasty spot that felt like a trip back in time. We enjoyed breakfast tacos, pancakes, etc. Strawberry danishes were a hit! Service was friendly but not super attentive. Ambience was fun and retro, booths were fun but a bit cumbersome to get in and out of. read more

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My mom was in town so I brought her here for a quick bite while we explored south congress. Overall I think our experience was good, not great. We sat inside and at that time, the noise level is just really high for a small space. The food we ordered was good but just expect to be paying south congress prices. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

Super cute restaurant with creative and flavorful dishes. I stopped in here to avoid the rain and ordered some appetizers off the happy hour menu. The guacamole was to die for and the chips that came with it were delicious. I would highly recommend this spot. Service was friendly and quick. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Green Pea Guacamole - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

While visiting Austin with My family, we got really hungry and just went to the closest restaurant we found that was walking distance, which was Joann's fine foods. I honestly was not impressed at all. It's Tex Mex fyi. I ordered the chicken rings taco combo. The flavor was decent but definitely nowhere near being considered "Mexican". Their fresh juices are good, the place itself is very retro/diner vibes. Service was ok. Overall, ok experience. Probably won't return. read more

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Cute restaurant on Congress! Food was very good. I would definitely order the enchiladas again read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Enchiladas - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Such a gem ! Love this place from the vibe to the food! Haven't had one thing tht wasn't good Friendly customer service Parking it's Austin sooooo Decent prices Great portions read more

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Great food and drinks. The service is always top notch and Levi was fantastic with attentiveness and recommendations.

Hello Patio Weather Season!? -ish..... Apparently my husband has been waiting all year for the polenta to come back onto the menu. Combine that with a random cool brisk day in ATX and patio here we come. We came for the polenta but got the benefits of trying out some Happy hour bites and bevies. Everything.was.on.point here. Waiter is amazingly on it but not overbearing (iykyk). The polenta was better then remembered and worth the wait. We ordered one but had to order another because the whole table couldn't get get enough of this goodness. The depth of flavor, the quality of ingredients just sells itself. This is a must try guys. Catch ot while it's still in season. Also another star of the show is their Tommy Marg. It's hit or miss what a $5 marg might get you but let me tell you - the freshness of this marg I cannot stop dreaming about. This is a place we could frequent for sure. read more

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The ambiance and service were great, but I was there to try the chicken fried steak because it had made a local list of good ones. And unfortunately it was one of the saltiest plates of food I've ever had. I'm not a low sodium person. I keep minimum 3 kinds of salt at home and cook with salt and I salt to taste and I get salt on my marg rims and finish them but daaaaang was it a salty plate of food. Meat was good quality even, but I couldn't get past how salty everything was. It's been hours and I'm still thirsty after. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - extraordinarily salty chicken fried steak and salty green beans and salty hash browns lol - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

Love Joann's! We ubered since parking is tough on South Congress. We started with chips, queso, guac, + salsa. Their queso is unique and comes with a soy chorizo which was great. We shared the steak and chicken fajitas which came with queso fundito. Fajitas was amazing just a little too greasy in my opinion but still 5 stars! Staff was super nice and attentive the whole time. I also loved their Tommy's margarita. Perfect amount of sweetness. read more

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Fan-tas-tic. I see why this place is so popular! I got the Bodega Breakfast Sando and it was perfect. Each component complimented each other perfectly. Great taste and portion size. I did not feel heavy after (which is essential for post-meal shopping on SoCo!) My friend got the hashbrown nachos for the table. I didn't realize it till after, but it didn't come with chips! Clearly, they didn't need them and I didn't miss them. It was super tasty. All you needed was a spoon! The atmospherics are iconic. I love the old school diner feel. They have a decent amount of seating for groups. Good amount of both indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Hashbrown Nachos - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Super cute restaurant with indoor and outdoor areas. The outdoor space is covered, which is a huge plus! Incredible food (highly recommend the hash brown nachos and guacamole!) for decent prices. Service is always friendly and quick. They take reservations, and are usually busy on the weekends so I would recommend booking ahead of time. Lots of vegetarian options including soyrizo, which can be added to the queso!! As a vegetarian, the menu was super exciting. Plenty of gluten free options as well. They have their own parking lot, but it only fits about 5 cars. There are paid lots really close by though! read more

Joann's is a cute Austin classic. We stopped in for Happy Hour and really enjoyed the margaritas! The fries and salsa were good too. However - the salsa was the only appetizer NOT included in the Happy Hour menu, which was not made indicated anywhere on the menu or made clear until after we ordered. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Salsa, French Fries, Tommy's Margarita - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

Retro Vibes, Modern Tex-Mex, and a Killer Patio!!! Joann's Fine Foods is a South Congress staple that perfectly blends vintage diner charm with bold Tex-Mex flavors. Located in the iconic Austin Motel, this spot is as much about the atmosphere as it is about the food. Think mid-century booths, wood paneling, and a breezy patio that's perfect for people-watching or soaking up the Austin sun. The wood-grilled fajitas are a must--served sizzling with house-made tortillas and all the fixings. I also loved the Green Chicken Enchiladas and the Avocado & Tuna Tartare, which were both fresh and flavorful. Their queso is dangerously addictive, and the frozen margaritas live up to the hype--especially during their daily happy hour. Service is friendly and fast, and the vibe is laid-back but stylish. Whether you're stopping in for brunch, dinner, or just drinks at the palapa bar, Joann's delivers a consistently great experience. It's also a great spot for groups or a casual date night. read more

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Have 3 places to eat Inside Patio and in back by motel 4 lunch specials Happy hour Large menu Famous for tequila drinks Service can be bit slow but holiday so maybe short staff I like to eat outside Inside bit noisy I've eaten here several times and one of my go to places when shopping on congress Bar in and out behind near motel same kitchen read more

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Such a cute restaurant. I really felt like I was back in time this place. We had a nice Breakfast and enjoyed sitting outside. The Service was really good too. Forks up! We will be back!! read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

My wife and I stopped by Joann's for a Rita and some fajitas and had a great time. The vibes were awesome--fun energy and really friendly service. Kevin took great care of us and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was spot on, and we especially loved the queso fundido that comes with the fajitas--such a nice touch! We'll definitely be back. read more

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Poor service in a not very busy timeframe with a server who didn't reliably provide info on the food ingredients nor did he care to check back on us (nor bring any drink refills). Really not sure how this place has above 4 stars, there is nothing special about it. Keep walking to anywhere else read more

Went to Joann's late on a weeknight alone and had great service. My server was friendly, and I got beef enchiladas. They were great! I loved the side of rice and beans as well. read more

Joanne's Rainbow Salad is always on my list when I am traveling to Austin! The service is quick and the colorful retro diner is happy and fresh. We have loved every meal at Joanne's! read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

We stopped for the air conditioning but were rewarded with a very good meal. The food was well prepared and we had no regrets. The vibe is retro diner and it works. They also have seating outside but it was very hot. They have the water sprayers and fans but we needed AC. The staff is super friendly and provided great service. Stop and see these guys, they're great! read more

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Such a great happy hour with vegetarian options and $5 margaritas. Love the vibe of the outdoor patio

This was a decent place to grab a bite with colleagues. I wasn't the biggest fan of our service but the food was very good.

Wow what a blast from the past! Love the old-school diner feel of the restaurant interior. I ordered a frozen margarita and the motel platter. The frozen marg was very good and tart - you could tell the lime flavoring was fresh and not the pre-mix sweet & sour. The motel platter was good, but I felt a little underwhelmed by the portion size. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Motel Platter - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great drinks. Nice place. Slow service. Nice decor. Diner feel. Needs more help to be hired. read more

Such a charming spot with a classic diner feel and a fun, modern twist. The agave bar is a standout--our margaritas were amazing and perfectly balanced. The food was just as impressive: the fajitas were flavorful and cooked perfectly, and the homemade tortillas were truly to die for. Great atmosphere, great drinks, and even better food. This place feels special without trying too hard. We'll definitely be back! read more

Stopped in to Joann's for a couple margs and a light snack on Saturday afternoon. This place is (understandably) a super popular spot on South Congress. The margs and apps were good, I'll need to give the kitchen a full-try next time I'm in town. Service was Ok, but in fairness, they were slammed. Ambiance is awesome, all the cool ATX vibes you're around for. Give it a try. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Chips, guac & salsa + a few margs - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great service. Outstanding drinks. Atmosphere is relaxed, hip and super enjoyable. Didn't eat- just drinks today. Menu super tempting. Can sit at the bar, inside or outside patio seating. Great spot to relax in the hot sun. Enjoy! read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Drink time - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

Super cute diner & bar! Loved the aesthetic of the place and even though it was busy they seated us immediately. We got margs & they were super yum! Hash brown app could have had way more hash brown. We got tacos and enchiladas. For it being South Congress, prices were not terrible but still a little pricey for what we got. Overall, the food was okay. I've had better tacos from food trucks. Service was ok. But the fact that they fit us in on a busy Saturday night made it worth it! read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Pina marg and Tom's marg - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The food was amazing!! I ordered the motel plate and Joann's favorite taco. Everything things was seasoned well...I was curious about the blue pancakes. They were different but really good. However, my vanilla latte was lacking vanilla and didn't taste good. Our server was great, he gave great recommendations. I would definitely go back when visiting again. read more

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Fine fun retro diner vibes with celebrity photos, unisex urinal loos, 60s silverware. I enjoyed my very tasty veggie migas. The fresh squeezed OJ is a shorty, maybe 8oz size. I might've been given someone else's abandoned tortilla (ripped and stained) which the server replaced very quickly, returning the pink tortilla container with an upside down lid. We had to remind them of requested items. Great food, fun vibes, spotty service. read more

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Good experience at this restaurant. We came to get some happy hour drinks. The menu wasn't really calling us. They did have special on happy hour appetizers too. The menu looks appealing for breakfast when it came to our tastebuds. Very famous people have graced the walls and eaten here: Selena, Beyoncé/Solange, Cold Stone Steve Austin and lots of others. read more

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It's located at a prime location on South congress. The restaurant is very cute inside and outside on the patio. The food was nothing too special. My friends ordered avocado toasts and both of them couldn't finish their meal even though the portion wasn't that big. I couldn't finish my chalupas either. We came at 11am on a Saturday with a reservation so no wait for us. It was easy to make a reservation as well. Overall I don't think I'll be back unless someone in the group insist on going here. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Chalupas - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

We had our company work lunch here and Levi did such a great job and made the experience so enjoyable, food and service was amazing and you can't beat the spot on SoCo! Also my espresso martini was one of the best I've had here in Austin! Would love to come again to see Levi :) read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas

Service 10/10 was sat immediately with no wait. The outdoor patio space is cute and well heated in the cooler months. I can't recommend the tuna melt enough - I'm a big pickle fan and this tuna melt wasn't too heavy it was surprisingly refreshing. The fries were also super tasty. read more

Joann’s Fine Foods - Tuna melt - Diners Near Me - Austin, Texas