I absolutely loved stumbling upon this place! Jo's coffee is a gem, and it's all over Austin. I was…read moresearching for a coffee shop that was quiet, spacious, and wasn't expensive af, and this place checked off all boxes (and it was crowded and wild like Starbucks). There were about 10 people here, doing exactly what I was planning to do: pull out my laptop and do a lil work. While I waited for my delicious coffee, I scoped out the place: ample seating, from bar stools, to booths, to couches, and chairs. Extremely clean tables, huge outdoor spaces, and well stocked bathrooms. Also, this place is beyond instagramable. I grabbed a pastry on my way out, and the guy who took my drink order was just as pleasant as he was when I first walked in. I'll definitely be back!

During bad weather outside it gets extremely slippery on the street in front. People can easily…read morestumble and get injured. The fact that none of these businesses have done anything to alleviate that during inclement weather while serving customers is inconvenient. Hence, the bad rating. Good coffee otherwise. Environment friendliness - This place is environment friendly - has BYO / Personal cup discount $0.75 Cons - no tall seats

Environment friendliness - doesn't have recycle bins…read more Best coffee in town, yet to try the pastries. Staff was nice, took care of the order with perfection. Thank you :) Pros - has few tall bars with nice tall seats - Plenty of seating inside and outside, with these amenities around it feels like a nice location :) - has charging outlets - wifi (details below) and restroom Cons - Parking: usual downtown parking restrictions apply, 1 hour parking validation at Frost Tower, I wish it was for 3 hours; parking is such a headache around this area WiFi (no hotspot login required) SSID: Houndstooth Frost pass: coffeeandcheese

Wonderful coffee aroma as soon as you walk into Houndstooth Coffee. The space feels warm and…read moreinviting and makes you want to stay awhile. I ordered the Heart of Texas with soy milk, which had a delicious blend of strawberries and chocolate. The baristas were friendly and welcoming. I also grabbed a Tacodeli breakfast taco, Papa's with egg and cheese and medium salsa, and it really hit the spot. I would definitely come back and am already looking forward to trying a vanilla or lavender latte next time.

went in looking to blend a random craving that i had: strawberry matcha w/ boba…read more SOO good the customer service was on point and so was the taste and quality of the entire drink. the establishment could use some ambient lighting or a rug to make the space a bit my homey and inviting. other than that i enjoyed my experience!

Three people, three drinks -- all at 25% sweetness across the board…read more Jaded -- my second favorite of the night. The jellies added just enough sweetness to make the drink more enjoyable without overpowering it. Since we ordered everything at lower sweetness, that little boost made a noticeable difference. Once properly mixed, the salted crema elevated the drink even more. It added dimension and somehow lifted the entire flavor profile, making everything taste fuller and more cohesive. Pandan, Pandan, Pandan -- I liked the flavor, but I felt like the 25% sweetness dulled some of the pandan's impact. It ended up tasting almost like a gentler, blander matcha -- which, honestly, I didn't mind since I'm not always a fan of matcha bitterness. Let's Go Ski -- easily my favorite of the night. The sweetness was mellow and balanced, and the winter melon flavor really stood out in the best way. Winter melon can sometimes lean overly artificial, but this one tasted just right. Like the Jaded, the salted crema worked wonders here when mixed properly. The way it accentuated the drink genuinely elevated the entire flavor profile without overwhelming the mellow sweetness. The boba here was absolutely perfect texture-wise -- chewy with just the right bite. It wasn't as sweet as I expected boba to be, but honestly, that worked in its favor. Sometimes, less sweetness lets you focus more on the actual flavor of the drink instead of the toppings stealing the spotlight. My best friend actually went back for another drink before the night ended and chose the Taro-Zo Matcha at 25% sweetness. Taro-Zo Matcha -- we absolutely loved the subtlety of this drink. We both agreed it tasted even better once mixed properly, and whatever they use as the base for their ube crema is honestly addictive. It added this creamy richness that made the drink incredibly easy to keep sipping. To put it into perspective: between the three of us, the drink lasted all of two minutes before it completely disappeared.

Great spot to hang out and grab a coffee with a friend (downstairs) or come and quietly read by…read moreyourself (upstairs). UPDATE: many reviews mentioned 4 hour parking, but this is no longer true - it is 2 HOUR parking the with a fee of $10 afterword. Not ideal for a remote working location for more than a short break. Matcha was one of the more expensive in Austin but solid. Food was great (got the birria tacos which were SO tender, although I did have a slight stomach ache right after - maybe just the grease). Went on a Tues during the day and there were many people working upstairs (quietly), but available seats for 2 or 3 ppl downstairs.

Excellent spot and a little hidden away from the street side - it blends in with the hotel it's…read morepart of. The coffee shop is a large, high-ceiling room adjacent to the hotel lobby, with an upstairs and patio. Upstairs is the place to go, it is a well-decorated, library feeling room that is quiet enough to do some reading or work, but still a level where conversation would be okay. Coffee itself has been consistently high quality with a small assortment of baked/prepared goods as well.

Few weird half tall seats in the front, not much of furniture to seat…read more Cons - only few tall seats in the front, inconvenient to sit - usual downtown parking restrictions apply - Often times during the day front is open and it feels pretty noisy inside Environment friendliness - No BYO Cup discount Pros - skate boarding related thrift store - has wifi (details below) and restroom TLDR; Staffs and drinks are great but lack of seating is inconvenient restroom is near the entrance WiFi SSID: Nocomply guest pass: BENCH824

Idlewhile was my coffee indulgence for the week! It's located on 12 th street near Lamar. It's a…read moresmall place with limited seating in a shared space with a shoe store. Wade, the cashier and barista, told me that he recommended the Cappacino and Latte as the most popular menu items. They also sell pastries and tacos. The iced latte with lavender syrup was was robust and fragrant...nice combination.

I stopped at the Alfred for an iced matcha and a chocolate croissant. They have a water refill…read morestation and nice clean restrooms. The staff are welcoming and friendly. They made a very yummy matcha. I will definitely be back!

Alfred is a cute coffee bar located inside of the LINE Hotel in downtown…read more Study review: Free WIFI, water (hot and cold yay), restrooms, limited seating, couldn't quite find convenient outlet spots, not that comfy to sit in and work imo. Good temperature AC and fast service. - Peaches and cream matcha: i enjoyed this, it's more coconut forward than peaches. It's more cream than peaches. Creamy good texture, not clumpy matcha. - Hot Americano: Hmm this one was alright, it got better as it cooled down since it became a bit less astringent. But not one that I would put above standard. - Strawberry and cream cookie: A good cookie, a balanced sweetness, soft not crispy, nice morsels of white chocolate scattered throughout. Overall, I would come back! It's a nice space and good drinks. I hear the vanilla latte is good too so I'll have to try.

Came here from out of town just to try some local coffee in Austin…read more I love this place! Will be returning should I come back to Austin. The little store with local small business items is so cute and fitting for the aesthetic of the place. I had an iced maple latte and it was amazing! The coffee has a great flavor and maple was the cherry on top. Everyone in there was so friendly, I will be recommending to everyone in the future!

Cute coffee and grab and go breakfasts…read more Staff was helpful and made sure to answer all our questions as well and recommend things that's are popular. I don't remember what we ordered but I enjoyed mine with oatmilk and when the husband wanted his a bit sweeter the staff did not hesitate to add a little more until he was satisfied

Awesome barista/bartender. I didn't try the drinks because I have never had either. I need to do…read moresome research first. She said that most people don't research Kratom to find out the effects of over use. They had free chair massages the night I went and a jazz group at 8:30. Wonderful experience. I'll be back!

Bula Tulum is hands down one of the best kava bars I've ever been to and I've been to quite a few!…read moreFrom the moment you walk in, you can feel the good energy. The space is absolutely beautiful, welcoming, and vibrant. I tried The Kavatron and a white vein kratom tea, and both were absolutely incredible. You can tell the quality is top notch, smooth, strong, and crafted with real intention. The owner, Jeremiah, is such a beautiful soul. You can see and feel how passionate he is about kava, kratom, and creating a place where people can truly connect and enjoy themselves without alcohol. I stopped drinking over 2.5 years ago and finding places like this means everything. Great service, amazing atmosphere, and some of the best drinks I've ever had. If you're in Austin (or even just passing through), you have to check this place out. Can't recommend it enough! Bula!!

Zhi Tea is located in what I would like to call neighborhood-adjacent to where I live. This simply…read moremeans that it is very convenient for me. That's an A+ because it's a great place to live close to. It's a cozy space with seating to relax and enjoy a nice cuppa. You can buy anything from tea (they have an incredible selection) to teapots, teaware, tea gifts and so on. Tea flavors available that are hard to find elsewhere and really just somewhat special. The Lady Lavender white tea is my go-to. The White Blueberry is my second favorite. I run out of them both quite quickly at home. But that's ok because it's an excuse to come back and try other offerings while stocking up and stopping to enjoy that said cuppa before heading home.

Came here on a Tuesday afternoon, plenty of seating options and space to peruse their tea…read moreofferings. The space isn't huge so I could see it being pretty hectic and not relaxing when they're busier on weekends. We found the service to be super friendly and helpful! Overall had a great experience, I'm not the biggest tea person and don't have a discerning palette for tea, but I love trying wide variety of new things so going for a flight of different teas certainly caught my attention. I liked that the flavors were pretty bold and easy to interpret. Given the quantity of tea the prices feel very reasonable. If you're even mildly open to tea I'd definitely recommend giving them a try, but I'd err on the side of going when they're less busy

Stopped by Praxis Coffee Roasters for a Cap10K coffee run. The coffee shop was hosting the run and…read moreit started and stopped from the shop. They directly source and roast elite coffees from around the world. This shop is located in an old historical home that was relocated from Rainey street. The space is very vintage and they have an amazing outdoor space that was perfect for hosting an event. My phone charge was low and the staff was super friendly and allowed me to charge my phone behind the counter before the run. Overall, Praxis is a great spot if you're looking for high-quality coffee and a great place to hang out. Can't wait to try options from their menu.

Checked this spot out recently on a Saturday morning and had a great experience. There was plenty…read moreof street parking and a lot of tables open. It's a really cute house that was converted into a coffee shop and it has a really homey rustic feel. I would definitely recommend this place if you want some more quiet to hang out, read, or work. I tried the sweet cardamom latte and it was delicious. The pastries were a bit overpriced in my opinion, but are from sour duck market and were tasty!