The weather has started to cool down in Austin, and what better way to enjoy the crisp, Autumn air than a warm cup of coffee. We put together a list highlighting some of our favorite local coffee shops that offer great coffee, rich espresso, and outside patios to enjoy the wonderful, fall Texas weather.
Better Half
This gorgeous, post-modern coffee shop, a block away from the downtown Whole Foods, is your perfect pick-me-up spot. Better-Half will sling your favorite latte while also providing delicious breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
- Open Patio
- Brunch Spot
- Curbside Pickup
- Order Online
- Full-service bar
Fleet
Fleet is an East Austin gem – A boutique coffee experience with an eclectic selection of daily specials. Stop by and enjoy “The Ritual,” a rotating unique selection curated by the owner, and experience a latte like no other.
- Call-In Orders
- Order by Window
- Open Patio
Hot L
Hot L is located within the entrance of the Carpenter Hotel off of South Lamar and Barton Springs. The building itself was repurposed from an old 1900s carpenter’s hall, giving it a unique charm right in the heart of Central Austin.
- Open Patio
- Brunch Spot
- Order Online
Try Hard
Try hard is a brand new shop on East 11th, surrounded by Austin’s most loved local stores. The owners of Clever Bakery opened this storefront to help expand the specialty coffee options on the ever-growing Austin Eastside.
- Open Patio
- Brunch Spot
- Order Online
Mozart’s Coffee
Mozart’s is a unique Austin coffee experience, sporting a lakefront deck with a gorgeous view. (It’s also conveniently located in the same plaza as our Lake Austin office). Grab a bottomless Arnold Palmer and enjoy the fall breeze.
- Open Patio
- Delivery
- Curbside Pick Up
Civil Goat Coffee
Near Bee Caves Rd, Civil Goat Coffee is a Marfa-Esque coffeehouse with a twist. Grab your morning brew with the ‘Kid’ for a truly Austin experience.
- Open Patio
- Brunch Spot
- Order Online
Flat Track Coffee
If you are a cyclist in Austin, you have to stop by Flat Track Coffee. This ‘moto-cafe’ aims to balance the flavors, sweetness, and acidity of every coffee they roast. The shop is right beside their sister bike shop on the east side, making this duo the one-stop location for Austin’s cycling enthusiasts.
- Open Patio
- Bike Shop
- Order Online
Greater Goods Coffee
Greater Goods Coffee is all about coffee done right. With ethically sourced beans and an environmentally friendly roasting method, this cafe is one of the 'greenest' shops in the entire city.
- Open Patio
- Order Online
- Central Austin + Bee Caves Locations
Vivel Crepes & Coffee
The previous owners of a crepe cafe in Hawaii, the proprietors of Vivel had always wanted to move stateside, eventually relocating to both Houston and Lakeway. Vivel is a cafe that adds a modern flair to a 15th-century classic. Clearly, crepes and coffee were a match made in heaven, or in this case, Hawaii.
- Open Patio
- Order Online
- Brunch Spot
