Food was absolutely delicious and the coffee was fabulous!! Vanilla latte was the perfect amount of…read moresweet but not too sweet. Service was personalized and kinda and helpful with the menu. Ambiance was welcoming!!

This spot is so cute! And the empanadas and coffee are delicious! The empanadas are so yummy; I…read moreespecially enjoyed the pollo empanada. The jamon y queso empanada was a close second. I also liked the decor inside because the storefront is very unassuming. Service was welcoming, quick, and friendly.

El Meson came highly recommended so I decided to give it a try. El Mesón Tequilería is a…read morefamily-owned eatery that has been a neighborhood favorite since its opening in 2010, thanks to its ample yet comfortable space, laid-back atmosphere, and award-winning Mexican home cooking. I recently ordered the beef fajitas from El Meson and came away disappointed by several aspects of the experience. I placed a phone order and it was challenging to place my order due to some communication issues. The first issue was pricing. The price listed on the restaurant's website of $22 did not match the price shown when ordering online over $50, which was confusing and frustrating. It would be helpful if the pricing were consistent across platforms so customers know what to expect. I also requested flour tortillas with my order but received corn tortillas instead. While that may seem like a small detail, it made a noticeable difference in the meal and was disappointing since the request was clearly specified. Additionally, the fajitas arrived without any shredded cheese, which is something I typically expect as part of the accompaniments. Between the incorrect tortillas and missing items, the order felt incomplete for that price point. The beef itself was flavorful, but the inaccuracies with the order and the pricing discrepancy took away from the overall experience. I'm hoping this was an isolated issue, but I would encourage the restaurant to pay closer attention to online order accuracy and menu consistency.

We came in here on a busy Saturday night looking for queso fundido. The ambiance is calm and…read morefestive but not tacky (maybe Mexican Chic). Despite being very packed, and possibly understaffed, the service was great! The salsas and the margaritas were pretty good. We ordered two appetizers; the queso fundido and the ceviche. The queso fundido was great, and was served with enough tortillas. The ceviche had an overpowering oregano flavor, it was a bit much, I did not care for it. As a main we ordered tacos. The bistec tacos were average. The vegan Al Pastor tacos were pretty terrible. Although the serving of the actual filling was light, they had a lot of adobe sauce, so they were over-seasoned and over-salted. Additionally, they had more onion than filling. They were some of the worst tacos I have ever had.

Great spot for coffee and brunch! Came here on a Friday around noon and there was seating…read moreavailable. The cafe wasn't too busy and I was able to find a nice spot to sit and enjoy my drink. The late was fantastic and the service was superb. They have free wifi available here from 7am-5pm. I will definitely be back! Parking: Free lot

Walked to this little spot from our Airbnb and it was great. Cute little place and the sign!!…read moreEspresso, champagne, bike lube I got Avo toast in sourdough and it was amazing! The fresh greens were delicious and the radish gave it a little kick. Literally the best Avo Toast I have had! You order at the counter and they bring certain things to your table. My husband got a breakfast burrito and those were already made. So he got his asap and I had to wait -didn't love that. Feel that when you see 2 people dining together, serve their food together. He was completely done by the time I got mine. Saw 2-3 people working there in a Sunday morning, music on that was a perfect level and pleasant!

I really enjoyed my meal at Counter Cafe! I got the Fried Chicken Biscuit with my choice side of…read moreBacon Flavored Collard Greens. The biscuit was tasty and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The honey butter was very yummy, but I wish it wasn't as cold or hard. I would have preferred for it to be on the sandwich However, a pro of it being on the side is that you can control how much you consume. Nevertheless, I still wish it wasn't warmer in temperature. The greens were good as well. Not my favorite, but enjoyable to eat. The people were so kind! There's a decent amount of parking available that surrounds the building. The ambiance is very fitting to its name. It's a comfy, neighborhood cafe. I look forward to going back!

Came in for my birthday brunch up from San Antonio. Let's start with the positives:…read more Service was excellent. Server was attentive and my coffee stayed filled (with a small caveat I'll speak to below). Atmosphere was simple. "Modern" diner experience. Music was low and not obnoxious, bell ringing behind the counter, the low hum of conversations. Lighting was nice. Food for the most part was also excellent (one caveat to this will be listed below). I had the Counter Benedict, wife had the biscuits and gravy, son had the breakfast taco. Breakfast potatoes were very good. Crisp, pillowy, and properly seasoned. Pastrami on the Benedict was very good. Poached eggs were well cooked and silky as expected. Flour tortilla in the breakfast taco was also good. Sausage in the gravy was slightly spicy and delicious. Now, the negatives: Coffee was lukewarm after my first cup. Coffee needs to be hot. One of the biscuits in my Benedict was overcooked and dry as a bone. The gravy for the biscuits and gravy is sweet for some reason. Normally I want more gravy, but when my wife couldn't finish her breakfast, I had 0 desire to eat it. Not sure why it's sweet but it's weird. Overall we liked it so we will be back. The prices are very reasonable for Austin, and they have Valentina as a hot sauce option (which is excellent).

I really enjoy Kerbey Lane especially when wanting breakfast for dinner. The have great specials…read moreand the staff are always helpful and friendly. Normally do a walk in and sit at the bar and go in off times. Haven't had to wait. Food is consistently good from the French toast, eggs San Francisco, pancakes, and their coffee isn't too bad either. This specific location has a large bar and it's always fun to watch the kitchen and the staff work together.

Here ye hear ye, ye old Kerbey Lane has good pancakes! I got the lemon poppyseed pancakes, with…read moreeggs, sausage, and bacon which were all good! My uncle got the migas, which was also great. Our server was friendly, and the drink portions and refills were solid. We sat outside in great weather and good atmosphere. This place is a very solid classic breakfast place, that I fully recommend!

Now THIS is comfort food! Went here on a weekday morning…read moreand were able to snag a spot immediately. We ordered a latte and a sparkling lemonade. The latte is by far my favorite coffee in Austin, super flavorful and perfectly sweetened. The sparkling lemonade was very unique and super tasty. Now to the food, the biscuits and gravy is simply to die for, the gravy has a beautiful depth in savory flavor, the biscuits are flaky and buttery, it comes with some tomato on the side which cuts the richness perfectly. We ordered a side of the hash brown casserole which was buttery cheesy goodness which we couldn't get enough of. We also ordered a breakfast sandwich, which looked small but was very much mighty. We asked for an everything biscuit for the sandwich and it was again baked to perfection, super savory and incredibly tasty. Food came out quickly, with very friendly staff including the owner checking on us and bringing us our orders. Our meal was priced very fair, and didn't break the bank for two people including two drinks. We will be back many times, thank you for the wonderful experience! We Lynnys!

Another neighborhood spot that's an easy walk and that I feel so fortunate to have close to us…read more I AM IN LOVE WITH THE LICORICE SODA. Yep, I love it so much that I had to shout it via my keyboard. They do a splendid shrub as well. Give me the Picnic Biscuit all day, every day. It starts with a perfectly baked house-made biscuit, layered with cheese and tomato. Pickle wedge on the side? Yes, please! The grilled cheese sandwich is yummers for my tummers. My boyfriend and I sometimes split the Lynny's Plate. It's got two eggs, a biscuit, and tomato slices (on the side). The eggs are cooked with cheese. The tomato slices remind me of a proper, full-English brekkie. They also sell jars of chipotle to take home. And, from what I'm told, it's a family recipe. Excellent. Gonna grab some during our next visit.

In Austin visiting and being from Buffalo and having a Greek family I wanted to get some Greek…read morefood. No Yia Yia around so I had to go out and find a place. Well after looking at several restaurants on yelp I found that most restaurants were Mediterranean but more middle eastern than Greek. Until I saw Opa. Well my wife and I gave it a shot. And we were pretty well pleased. We had a Greek salad where all the ingredients were super fresh with a nice pita bread and a grape leaf and a 2 nice pieces of feta. I also had a chicken gyro. Again all super fresh veggies filled the pita wrap and very tasty chicken. They had outdoor seating for our dog who was our dinner guest. But you have to order inside. Which I did. The person who took the order was busy but did a great job. We asked for a couple of large glasses of water with lemon and she promptly took care of us. There were small glasses out on the table but we wanted large ones cus we didn't want to keep walking inside. No problem. Food arrived after a short while and was delicious. They have a nice parking lot however getting in and out can be a little bit crazy when you have everyone from Austin rushing home. Had to wait a long time to get to exit the parking lot cus not one Texan driver would give us a break and let me in the exit lane. Next time I see a Texas license plate in New York I will remember that. But I will still give them a break.

Stopped by Op's Greek Cafe for dinner before a show. It is an idyllic little cafe that serves…read morequality Greek food and Greek inspired drinks. Parking was a bit of a challenge but was able to park on the curb out front. Once inside, we placed our order at the counter and pre-paid and were given a number. They have an extensive menu with traditional Greek dishes and all-day breakfast options. As well as a full bar offering aromatic coffee, hand-crafted cocktails, fine wine, and a selection of local and international beers. The restaurant was busy we were able to place our order in a timely fashion. I opted for a cocktail along with lentils and rice and added chicken as the protein. There was indoor and outdoor seating available. After ordering, we sat outside in the most cozy and intimate outdoor seating area. Unfortunately, after waiting 30+ minutes, we never received our food. When we checked at the counter, the interaction felt pretty condescending, staff insisted the order had already been brought out even though we never received it and still had our number with us. At that point we had to cancel the order so we wouldn't miss our show. I do appreciate that they offered a full refund without issue, but overall the experience left us disappointed, especially with how the situation was handled.

Pro tip: daily HH for both drinks and appetizers…read more I'll admit that this location isn't as intriguing as the first location (Bouldin Creek). Perhaps it's because it's less "neighborhood" and more "strip mall/highway fastfood" vibes. With that being said, the service and food options are about the same. So it may seem like you're walking into a tier above fast-food, but the quality is better than that (and, therefore, better than expected). El Alma will always be in the running for the best avocado margs in town, and their queso is pretty solid too. I'm regretting not ordering the Coca-Cola marinated pork, but am happy to report that adventuring with the duck stuffed relleno poblano pepper was pretty solid.

I sat at the bar, and the only open spot was off to the side near the kitchen. It's kind of an odd…read morelocation--not the best view--and feels more like where waitstaff pick up drinks and orders than a place meant for guests. Sit on the other side of the bar if you can. The chairs weren't very comfortable, but I did appreciate the hook for my purse. The bartender was friendly, and I was greeted right away. The chips and salsa were good, and the green sauce was favorite --I liked it so much I asked for more. The only downside is that it comes in a really small container, which makes it hard to scoop and doesn't last long. I noticed the people next to me also ended up ordering extra. I ordered the street tacos. The filling was flavorful, though the tortillas seemed a bit soggy. I ended up scooping the filling onto some chips from my chips and salsa, and it was perfect. The green salsa was the cherry on top! Sorry I didn't get any pictures this time!