Very cute, quaint breakfast and lunch eatery located in the heart of the Universityof Texas campus. It's not very fancy, but was just perfect to meet our morning hunger pains. When we arrived, there were only a handful of people, but by the time we got our food, the whole dining area was filled, inside and out. Guess class had just let out. So, on a Thursday, go before 10:30 in the morning. The menu wasn't very extensive. The were several waffle dishes to choose from and several breakfast sandwich choices. Both groups allowed you to make your own well. I had the Mary Had a Little Ham waffle dish. Don't know if I was just hungry or if the combination of bacon, bananas and peanut butter ignited my taste buds. I devoured it! My husband had the Mary Street waffle. It had chocolate and cinnamon toppings. We also got a breakfast sandwich to go for lunch. I was able to get $1 off from a Yelp check in. Thanks to Yelp we were able to find a great place to eat in an town that was unfamiliar to us! read more

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Small place with big flavor. The staff works hard. We went on a Monday. Two people were working and they were still able to get food and drinks out fast. We all ordered something different and were all satisfied. I had the egg, cheese and avocado croissant and iced matcha latte. My sandwich was buttered to perfection. They weren't skimpy with the avocado either. The matcha latte wasn't too sweet. You could definitely enjoy the matcha flavor. You can specify which milk you would like. The restaurant is small with limited seating. They do have a few seats outside. Parking is available on site, but shared with the other businesses read more

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A cute austin staple that I would definitely recommend! I've been here a few times and have enjoyed every experience. The waffles are definitely their specialty. They're about the size of your hand, super soft and fluffy and you're able to customize your toppings. As for the breakfast items, they're yummy but not all that filling, so if you eat a lot (like me and my friend) you might want to get an extra something to split. The place itself is pretty small so hopefully you catch them when they're not too busy so you can get a booth. The music was a little loud but doesn't take away too much from the overall experience. read more

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Absolutely glorious, the service is amazing they even have a painted unicorn mural. Best coffee I've had in Austin. read more

Mary's Cafe - Shortcake waffle glorious - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Tip: Took the advice from the person helping me with my order, added vanilla to my matcha and used skim milk (I'm allergic to most milk alternatives) and it's a fantastic matcha. Quick, filling, and delicious option for breakfast/brunch. The people here are kind and personable. I've been craving waffles and this cinnamon waffle with chocolate drizzle really hit the spot. The waffle itself is the right amount of not too dense and not too bready. Held the chocolate drizzle without turning to mush. read more

Mary's Cafe - Mary Street Waffles - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Small cafe with limited indoor seating and a few outdoor benches. They made quick service and fresh ingredients, so overall a pretty decent place. I'll be back if I need a caffeine pick-up or quick bite of lunch. They have parking in front. read more

Mary's Cafe - Tarragon Chicken Salad Sandwich Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place is such a hidden gem, I would not normally think to go here but my friend recommended it to me and I'm so glad we went there. The food was absolutely incredible for such a good price. I got the green grilled cheese- would definitely recommend ordering. read more

A little small cute local cafe with an amazing staff. Me and my sister came to visit Austin and it was her first time and the staff not only helped us with the menu but also places to site see locally! She loved their tofu wrap, she raved about it all day! I got the honey mustard chicken wrap and it was sooo yummy. It's toasted which I loved and everything tasted so fresh. It's made to order which also added to its freshness. Also loved the little tables out front. read more

Mary's Cafe - Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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It's been years since we've been back and we used to love it but now very disappointing. There's no crisp nor caramelized coating as advertised, the waffle itself is something we can make in regular American waffle makers. For $5 a piece like that is extremely overpriced when it's no longer "Belgium" or "Liege." read more

Mary's Cafe - Plain waffle, not actually Belgian/Liege cause it was entirely soft without the caramelized coat... $6 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

My mother was next door at St. David's Hospital getting a surgical procedure on her back (6 fractures, mind you) on top of her S4 cancer she's fighting, so I wanted to get my mind off things and wandered around the area. Then, I found Mary's Cafe. Here's my review: PROS - Michael + Chris - COVID-friendly + smart - Smells like mom's kitchen (love) - Parking is convenient - Food + coffee are amazing - Walking distance from St. David's Hospital - BFAST for Lunch! LOVE IT! - Small tables outside to eat on - Discounts for students! - Discounts for medical workers! CONS - Smelled like breakfast, but it was heavenly after! LOL - Hours are limited, so check the times What I Got Both Days: - SF Vanilla Soy Latte - Red River Wrap #ThatWrapTho - seriously. Perfectly crisp on the outside, and the insides were hot! They didn't skimp out on the filling either, so it was scrumptious with every bite. What made it even better was the customer service from Michael + Chris. To the owner, great job hiring them both. They treated me with kindness, gave me space + wished my mother a speedy recovery, and made me some amazing food/drinks. The coffee was also perfect for sugar-free. I expected that fake taste from Starbucks, haha, but it tasted delicious. Hit the spot, and I will have to try the rest of the menu here because it was freaking excellent. Again, the customer service to the walking distance made this a no-brainer and prompted me to review it. Sitting at the bar on both days, people watching, and getting my mind off things was a nice getaway. I particularly loved the sign placed near the front that stated that they welcome all walks of life; it doesn't matter your skin color to your sexual preference; we're all human beings. With the hate + racism in the US today causing a pernicious divorce in our communities, it's nice to know there are kind people in the world at Mary's Cafe. I will be back because of the kindness Michael + Chris showed me. Oh yea, the food was pretty marvelous, too ;). read more

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Love the waffles! perfect size and good price. Also enjoyed their sandwiches before, super yummy and would get again.

You know, considering how the partying the night before went, any plans or cravings that we might have had for our final meal in Austin went out the proverbial window almost as soon as we woke up. Forget finding a popular brunch spot to check out or getting something light and fresh to start our day (definitely wasn't an acai bowl or green smoothie kind of morning...). Rather, all we wanted was something close by, relatively quick, and filling to cure our hangovers. One of the top results near our Airbnb? Mary's Cafe! Which, from the looks of their photos on Yelp, seemed like it was the perfect fit for us in nearly every way possible! Now, I have to say - while I didn't really have an image in my head of how this place looked, I was still kind of surprised by how small it is. At the same time though, that only added to how quint and cozy it felt. Even more so, I loved how there wasn't a single person ahead of us when we walked in. Not only because that meant we'd get our food that much faster, but also because no one was there to watch me wave all of my friends past me as I tried to figure out what to get. The menu may seem fairly simple (breakfast sandwiches, waffles, salads, sandwiches, and wraps), but almost everything on it sounded delicious! After going back and forth between nearly a half dozen things (including their waffles, which seem to be one of their signature offerings), I finally settled on getting their FRAT BOY BAGEL. Served with a Scrambled Egg, Sausage, Colby Jack, and Avocado on a Jalapeno Cheddar bagel, this was just what my morning needed. The eggs were fine, but I liked how juicy the sausage was and how they were so generous with the avocado (which was super fresh, I might add). What's more, I loved the bagel; Jalapeno & Cheddar isn't super common in the Bay Area, but I wish it was after having this one. Plus, it was toasted up perfectly! In the interest of being transparent though, I should probably note that it took me a little while to finally get this done. During that time, it looks as though the menu has been updated since my visit here. From the looks of their menu online, their range of offerings is mostly the same (they've added breakfast bowls), but the depth of options has been reduced (many of their paninis and breakfast sandwiches are gone, including the Frat Boy Bagel). Not sure if this is only due to COVID-19 or not, but even if it's not, Mary's Cafe still has a ton of enticing alternatives to choose from! Thanks, Mary's Cafe, for a wonderful breakfast to send us on our way back home! Too bad I can't say the same for the actual flight itself...ugh. read more

Mary's Cafe - Frat Boy Bagel - Scrambled Egg, Sausage, Colby Jack Cheese, and Avocado on a Jalapeno Cheddar Bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Very unhappy with my experience at Mary's Cafe today. After waiting 45 minutes for two bagel sandwiches I checked in with the staff to ask about the order. They said my order had not gone through as a result of using Apple Pay (that Apple Pay was causing issues on their online ordering system) and I would have to order again. I asked if I would be charged twice for the sandwiches and was told that I needed to pay again upfront and that the online orders would "probably be refunded." Another customer was told the wait would be 40 minutes, and I was given no reason to believe my new order would be given any priority. The staff were incredibly rude when initially entering the restaurant, we were told not to save any table space for friends meeting us there. Which is just fine and we happily gave up additional seating, but did not appreciate the tone and hostility from the blonde female employee who confronted us. The staff were rude again when trying to work out the missed order. Having seen no other customers (to-go or dine in) have an Apple Pay issue for the 45 minutes waiting inside the restaurant, I truly believe the staff purposefully ignored my order--and that any duplicate charges would not have been refunded. I would NOT recommend Mary's Cafe to anyone and ended up leaving hungry and without the sandwiches after choosing not to reorder. I intend to return in the future if my initial payment is not refunded. read more

So I had been craving a waffle but don't have a waffle maker at home, so decided to give Mary's a try after searching on Yelp and coming across them and their Mary J Blueberry sold me. Mind you this was during COVID-19 time, so take out was my only option. So I called and placed my order and when they said it'd be ready in 10 minutes but I knew it would take me longer to get there, he told me he'd make it fresh when I pulled up. So I thought that was awesome that he was willing to throw that bit of customer service in there. The waffle was so good, and all the toppings of the homemade cream cheese frosting and granola added a little crunchiness to it all. I would definitely go back to check out either some other waffles or breakfast items from their menu if I'm in the area. Should probably be noted that it's not really a spot you go for breakfast to dine in. It was very dimly lit and I don't recall seeing any tables around. This may also be due to them not having that option currently. read more

Mary's Cafe - Mary J Blueberry Waffle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Closest best place from my work. I am happy to have found this tiny cafe. I love the Kay smoothie and the Turkey and bacon panini. The service is great. They give 10% discounts to healthcare staff. Looking forward to more visits there. read more

Mary's Cafe - Kay Smoothie and the turkey bacon panini - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Mary has a real story to tell and you are her captive audience while breakfasting/brunching at her sweet Cafe within walking distance of the UT. But first, let's talk about the food. The roast beef panini was yummy, rather enormous, served warm, and easy to eat with one hand. The waffles were sold out by noon, which says something about the waffles, doncha think? The Old City salad, featuring green apple, walnuts, cranberries and spinach was fresh, crisp and flavorful and I absolutely loved the balsamic dressing. Coffee was great. The two staff members could not have been nicer or more accommodating. Really pleasant people. The Mary of this story, Mary Gambone, was the beneficiary of a kidney transplant. She is an articulate advocate for organ donations, recounting her experience on the menu and on the Cafe's website. The tiny shop is bursting with her likable personality... on the walls, via the signage, and even the warmth of her staff. Free parking in this tiny strip mall, if you can get it. read more

Mary's Cafe - Personality! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

It's brunch o'clock!! This cute little cafe is definitely a hole in the wall type of place but the food makes my stomach jump with joy! I got the Mary J. Blueberry waffle, which to be honest was one of the best waffles I've had in my life. The waffle was perfectly made - crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. It was topped with this sweet cream which paired perfectly with the granola and blueberry. My friends got the Mary McMuffin and the Frat Boy Bagel, both were delicious. I would highly recommend to anyone! read more

Mary's Cafe - Mary J. Blueberry and a large iced coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great cafe these guys really get it down! The food and the atmosphere is amazing too but the coffee was so good and it made my day and it made the whole experience feel better for the rest of my life and the atmosphere and the people there are amazing people who make it so special and amazing people who are always there and they always make it home and they always have such great memories of me so much love and support and love and support for my friends and family in this country and the world and all the people!! read more

A super small and cute brunch cafe! A little smokey on the inside but we didn't have to wait for a table. When we arrived, the line was long but it didn't take too long to get to the front. Food was great! I got the frat boy bagel which consisted of a everything bagel and a sausage. It's looked good, lasted good, and at the end of the meal I did not feel like dying. My friends got the Macmuffin and the Mary J Waffle! Both were very delicious. And totally recommend. Overall fast service, great food, and a Smokey interior (a small negative) Mary's Cafe, thanks for everything (bagel) read more

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Love this spot! The food, seemingly simple, is always delicious and packed with flavor (also cheap). Prime location by campus and never too busy if you go at the right times. Service has always been super nice and friendly! Love the atmosphere! Great location for a quick breakfast/brunch bite with coffee! read more

B.a.t bagel was soo delicious !! Would definitely come back to try the waffles, bagel was so fulfilling I couldn't fit anything else. Service was great and the tiny place was cozy and cute. Good amount of seating considering how tiny it was and with outside seating as well. read more

Mary's Cafe - B.A.T. Bagel Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Visited Mary's this morning and can't believe we hadn't discovered it sooner. The BEST brunch and the cutest decor. We had the B.A.T. Bagel sandwich (Fried egg, Monterey Jack, bacon, avocado, tomato and mayo on toasted bagel and the Red River Wrap (Scrambled eggs, Monterey Jack, avocado, diced tomato, bacon, and pork sausage served on a toasted whole wheat wrap.) I haven't stopped talking about it since we left and devoured it so quickly I forgot to take pics but I did capture a picture of my iced caramel latte. read more

Mary's Cafe - Inside entry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Yum! I had to fast for lab work so after I treated myself to a breakfast and coffee. Specifically the BAT bagel on a plain bagel (there were a few options) and a Red Eye coffee. Which is a drip coffee with two shots of espresso. My only qualm was the creamer option but I spoil myself with flavored creamer at home. Otherwise, I'll be back to try more breakfast options. Plus: they remembered my name when I was leaving and I don't have a common name so I appreciated that extra touch of CS. read more

Mary's Cafe - BAT bagel on a plain bagel. They use this seasoning that just gives it something extra. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

First of all, Great customer service. I've eaten here three times now and the breakfast is scrumptious. I love their breakfast sandwiches whether it's on a bagel, croissant or toast. Their grab and go tacos are really good too. read more

Delicious bagel and coffee shop. My friend and I ordered: *Migas Wrap (Delicious, the corn chips inside the wrap were super yummy) *B.A.T. Bagel (Absolutely delicious, they put a sauce on it that is to die for) *Kay Smoothie (So delicious and refreshing!) *Olsen Smoothie (So delicious, creamy and smooth) The decorations of this place were so fun to look at since they're all based on someone named Mary. The servers are so nice! Please be patient when you come, since they are understaffed. If you want delicious food, this is the place to go to! read more

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Tasty hidden gem. Super cheap eats but big on flavors. Really chill spot. Sandwiches & Wraps: B.A.T. Bagel - 5/5 Liege Waffles: Mary Had a Little Ham - 4/5 The bagel is super fresh and chewy. Really well done. The eggs, avocado, cheese, and mayo meld together for an amazing sandwich. It's a must order. The waffle was a little dry, and had a ton of peanut butter...maybe a little too much. But tasty flavors nonetheless. Super chill environment. Great spot. read more

Mary's Cafe - B.A.T. Bagel Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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What a cute little cafe! We found Mary's Cafe on our way to a guitar shop nearby and decided to try it. My husband and I ordered the Local Toast, the B.A.T Bagel, and split an Apple Pie Waffle because it sounded so good and who doesn't love apple pies or waffles. The food is wholesome and fresh. Everything was delicious, but that Apple Pie Waffle is AH-MA-ZING!!! The staff is really nice and friendly. I highly recommend to try this place if you're up for a quick tasty bite. read more

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Great chicken salad panini! Staff is friendly and has mobile ordering which is helpful on the go.

Had to go out of my way for Mary's was out for SXSW. But I always find a way to find the best Breakfast Spots and this one is a don't miss. Felt at home as both the Owner and Manager is from the East Coast. Good Bagels and Waffles but great People love the VIBE And loved the food! Be prepare to wait but it's worth it ! read more

Mary's Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I completely understand when a place is busy and I'm happy to wait for fresh food. However, the reason for this low rating is the amount of time it took to make two cappuccinos. My food order was ready and sitting on the counter but I couldn't leave until the two cappuccinos in my order were ready. A lot of folks who came in after me left with their coffees while I was waiting for mine. The food was still tasty when I finally got it home (albeit a little cold). TL;DR: Great food. Pick-up experience with coffee orders could be improved. read more

Cute place. This makes me think about "All About Mary" because pictures in the wall were all about the different Mary that we know about in pop culture. Nevertheless, this place has great reviews and seems to be the spot for Belgium-style Liege waffles. I came for breakfast so I had a Hyde Park croissant sandwich which has fried egg, tomato, while subbing ham for avocado. Honestly, It was tasty and came with a thin sliver of a watermelon on the side (cute) but the portion was very small. It would not be enough to order one dish here per person. So onward to the waffles, which I chose blueberry and banana toppings. I felt they also were using not a lot of their fruits for the toppings since it looked as if they used only a third of a banana and some blueberries. So I'm not entirely convinced if this place would give a good value for the money unless if you want to think that the extra costs are going to employees' hopefully living wages. However, the dough for the waffle was definitely unique and the shining star here - it has a yeasty and a delicious earthy and savory taste to it that gives it a nice balance to the sweet toppings on hand here, instead of allowing for the sweetness of waffles to be overdone like in many other places. I would be happy to eat these waffles anytime. read more

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Lovely place with delicious fresh food, smoothies and coffee. The vibes are super cute. read more

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The BEST breakfast sandwich I have ever eaten!! I have had many in my lifetime, but the croissant sandwich with avocado, cheese and scrambled eggs will change your life. read more

Very nice, warm, cozy atmosphere with fantastic service and even better food! We are so glad we stopped by and enjoyed their delicious coffees and homemade sandwiches read more

Total gem. One of our favorite breakfast spots in ATX. Menu is limited but everything is excellent. Had waffles and breakfast bowls and we all enjoyed. Will definitely be back. Lunch menu looked good and will try. read more

Excellent and Friendly service! They made us feel welcomed and right at home. The bagel sandwiches were fantastic and the iced vanilla latte was on point. Wish we lived near here we would be by every morning! read more

Mary's Cafe - Bagel, Egg & Cheese Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Staff are VERY friendly, even during the rush. Americano and Lattes are on point!! I ordered the Mary McMuffin and berry waffle to go. Packaged well. Quick service. Now about the taste- bfast sandwich was great. I had it w the Turkey sausage and they use a good Turkey sausage w flavor!! The cheese is melts and gooey like you expect, good seasoning in the egg. Now this waffle!! OMG it's sooo good. I don't think I can order a Belgium waffle anywhere else!! Mary has ruined me or enlightened me as to what a real Belgium waffle should taste like. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. You can taste the touch of vanilla and the slight sweetness The berries are fresh and perfect portion so you have enough berries w each bite. If you are in the area, or not, this place is def worth a visit!! You won't be disappointed. They serve lunch too!! read more

Mary's Cafe - Berry Tyler Moore Waffles to go. Berries and whip were in a dif container. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great lattes and excellent waffles!!! My family of three went here for breakfast and it was great. We had the berry waffle, bacon banana waffle and Carmel iced latte, a hot latte and a berry smoothie. I highly recommend the food was great and the staff were also very polite! read more

Mary's Cafe - Mary Had a Little Ham Waffles - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I wrote my original review in 2015 on a very emotional day with my mother after a difficult doctor's appointment. I truly embrace the memory of that day. The owner was very kind to us. I came here today since I has business in the neighborhood. Struck up a conversation with the very nice person at the counter. She shared that her mom and I share the same name so I shared with her about my visit with my mom in 2015. She offered my a free drink or pastry in honor of my mom's memory. Such a wonderful, caring sentiment. Heart warming. The Mediterranean wrap was just delectable. Thank you so making my day. read more

Nice, quaint spot for brunch. Enjoyed the BAT bagel on a jalapeno cheddar bagel with a side of fruit. The avocado was a great additive and the bagel was really soft. Staff was inviting and polite, didn't have to wait too long which was great because I was on a time crunch for work. A little chilly, but not unbearable. Was also given a smoothie left over from my homies. Thanks for the great experience. read more

Mary's Cafe - BAT BAGEL - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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