Austin is known for its music, healthy living, food, and unavoidable "weird-ness," but what about Austin's coffee scene? Believe it or not, some of the best hangouts in Austin are coffee bars. Whether it be for a quiet place to study or a lively spot to be social, Austinites pride themselves in their endless selection of coffee shops.
If you are going to ACL and want to stop for a creamy cup of coffee, tea, or delicious pastry, but don't know where to go, look no further! I have done the searching, tasted the coffees, and experienced the atmosphere of enough ATX coffee shops to give you multiple options to choose from!
Halcyon
A combination coffee spot, bar and lounge, Halcyon has it all. Located in downtown Austin and surrounded by endless boutiques to help you stay entertained, this coffee bar is in the perfect location. Keeping to its quirky atmosphere, Halcyon also offers a marshmallow roasting platter, perfect for a group of friends or a cute duo date out.
Flat Track Coffee Roasters
The perfect hole in the wall coffee shop, this is where you'll find Austin's coffee snobs in their happiest state. Flat Track does not offer syrup exposed drinks, but beautiful works of art with a hint of sugar. Walk through the arch to the right to enter a bookshop connected to a boutique, serving as the perfect backdrop to a creamy latte.
Summermoon
Summermoon is perfect for studying and socializing, with drinks ranging from hot coffee to cold lemonade, this coffee shop is the perfect contradiction.
Cream Whiskers Cream Puff Bakery
Located on West Campus, hidden between the various apartment complexes of Austin, Cream Whiskers not only serves delicious beverages, but also some of Austin's most amazing cream puffs. This is the go to spot for students studying or relaxing, so don't be surprised if you're surrounded by Longhorn spirit.
Cenote
Cenote is a patio cafe that serves coffee, tea, beer, wine, and amazing fresh food. If you'r hungry and want a great cup of coffee, this is the place for you!
Caffè Medici
This coffee house has numerous locations to meet your espresso craving needs at any time! The cool and collected atmosphere makes it easy to sit back, relax, and enjoy your drink in peace.
BarelyBean
This artisan cafe serves delicious local coffee, Texas craft beer on tap, fresh food, artisan pantry items, and more. Also located on West Campus, this is a hotspot for students to stop by and grab a breakfast taco.
Mozart's
Mozart's coffee roasters is one of the more popular coffee houses in Austin. Well-known for their Christmas lights extravaganza every year, this coffee house is located right next to the lake. For a beautiful view, day or night, stop by Mozart's to grab some ice-cream and espresso, you won't regret it.
Once Over
For a smooth cup of espresso or a glass of wine, check out Once Over. The atmosphere makes you wish you'd brought a book to sip your drink with. Once Over is located next-door to a quirky record shop, proving to be the perfect coffee bar for passing time.
Spider House
Spider house is known for their live music and great coffee. At night this outside patio comes alive and is completely lit up by colored lights all throughout the patio, adding to the mystical feel of drinking coffee at Spider house.
Jo's Coffee
Home to the famous "I love you so much" mint wall, Jo's coffee sits comfortably in Austin's busiest area, South Congress. This outdoor cafe is perfect for walking by and grabbing a quick cup, or sitting down and people watching.
