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    Later Gator Coffee

    4.7 (32 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Jasmine M.

    Stopped by this adorable little coffee truck and absolutely loved it! I got the Pelican and it was a little sweet with a strong banana flavor but I loved it. I can't wait to try other things from them

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    Angelica L.

    Rating: 4.6/5 Later Gator Coffee is a cute pink truck located at the Lawn. I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon and was pleasantly surprised to find no line. I ordered one of their summer specials--the Meringue Gator ($7) with oat milk (+$0.75). It's a coconut and white chocolate matcha topped with meringue cold foam and toasted coconut flakes. I expected it to be super sweet and heavy, but it was actually perfectly balanced. All the flavors blended beautifully, making it feel like a refreshing treat rather than a dessert overload. I'm definitely coming back to try more of their drinks!

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    Karson S.

    What a cute little coffee (and more importantly, matcha!) truck Head on over to Drinks Backyard to find this gem. Their lot is small in the front, but plenty of parking in the rear of the building. Walking up, you are greeted by some little gator plushies, and even at the window there are some fun little gator Easter eggs to see. Barista was super nice and recommended a type of milk for me that would go best with the drink I ordered (The Gator). Matcha seemed good quality and WOW the cold foam was so delicious. Also got to try the beignets which here are a little bit like donuts with powdered sugar on top. They also have other toppings for them, which I'd love to try next time. They came out PIPING hot & were delicious even after I drove them home (~20 min post-fry). Finally please note they have a punch card reward system, which is valid at both locations - they just opened on S Congress too. Will be back for more of their fun drinks.

    Dani B.

    I've heard about this place by my cousins b/c they have gone a handful of times and this was my first. They had the Valentine's Menu already out and I got the Velvet Armadillo which was a red velvet cake latte that I got with soy milk, cream cheese cold foam and red velvet crumble. I enjoyed the drink even though plot twist I am not a big red velvet fan. I had never had a beignet, so we got the 3ct one not the valentine one. I will say it was hot and fresh and great. From what I read online Later Gator has Louisiana roots so basically you can say this was the closest I will get to one til I make it to Louisiana. The barista was very nice and patient while it took me time to get my order right.

    Lavender Latte with Oat Milk and Swamp Rose Black Tea. Yummy.
    Misty D.

    We got the Lavender Latte with oat milk and the Swamp Rose Black Tea. Both were great! Very refreshing. The truck is cute and the space is very nice. We will return :)

    Nicole G.

    The literal cutest coffee truck here! Absolutely obsessed with the flavors and creativeness they use in all the drinks!!! I can't express how sweet and tasteful this little place is! A must t try!

    Merengue gator. Coconut Matcha
    Perla G.

    This has to be the nicest staff and service out there. I love that this is a local woman owned business and the owner has the best heart. My absolute favorite is her merengue gator matcha!!!

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    Sarai G.

    This place only has chill outdoor vibes with multiple outdoor seating, has more parking spot in the back, restrooms are available, staff is kind and food is good! Good for a coffee and dessert treat

    Bayou bonfire, Beignets, Latte Cold Brew
    T'awna F.

    Ordered two coffees because I couldn't choose just one. Amazing coffee & the beignets were delicious. Service was great, good music, shade at the picnic tables and I found parking to be easy.

    Suzannah B.

    Later Gator Coffee is such a gem! The coffee and tea are both excellent -- you can really tell they put care into every drink. I'm also a huge fan of their beignets -- absolutely delicious! I love that the whole place is Louisiana-themed; the vibes are so fun, welcoming, and unique. The staff is incredibly friendly and makes you feel right at home. I also love that they have games and books you can enjoy while you hang out at the picnic tables outside. It's the perfect spot to relax and enjoy good company. Parking can be a little tight up front, but there's plenty of parking available in the back, so it's never an issue. Highly recommend checking them out -- you'll be glad you did!

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    Vian N.

    the wait was long but visit worthy everything was almost too sweet but the raspberry syrup is notable

    Potato Egg and Cheese Taco; bacon cheese taco; beignets; lemonade tea drink thing
    Amy N.

    Came across this trailer almost by accident back in August (so a little delayed on my review by a few months), but very happy that I did. The breakfast tacos were wonderful, but it was the beignets that were out of this world. So soft & pillowy; I could have eaten 20! I went just for the original ones with powdered sugar and I'm obsessed. I'm not a tea drinker but I tried one of the drinks that had lemonade, juice & green tea which was delicious and I would certainly get again. The little area it is parked in was nice and I liked that they had a little shelf with some games on it whilst we were waiting for our food.

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    Nathan F.

    So excited to have a quality new coffee spot in SE Austin! Stumbled upon the cute truck at drinks backyard and had to come back for my espresso fix! Being a Louisiana truck we don't get beignets often around here so really enjoyed those as well as the tasty roasted espresso and their sweet cold foam was delightful! Friendly service from the owner and can't wait to try all the other tasty drinks.

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    Cute coffee truck with super friendly employees and tasty drinks! Prices are average for coffee around the city.

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    this place is awesome!! Visiting from Chicago and this is the first place I went :)I would definitely drive though, not easy to walk to

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    Las niñas que atendieron son muy amables el café estaba muy rico Valentina y Lucero muy lindas

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    Best coffee in Austin! First time trying and will definitely come back! The pelican coffee is a must!

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