5 Affordable Cafes in East Austin, Austin TX
Updated 29 September 2026 · 17 cafes in East Austin, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five affordable cafes in East Austin for anyone hunting a good cup without spending much, whether for a morning stop, a laptop session or a patio break. Businesses were filtered to the lower Google price ranges and then ranked by rating, from 17 qualifying cafes. Each entry covers hours, address, seating and amenities, and what reviewers point out about the drinks and the atmosphere. Hours vary widely, so check them before heading out in the afternoon.
#1
Dear Diary Coffee
★ 4.8 (665 Google reviews)Coffee shop$10–20 per person
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Dear Diary Coffee at 1212 Chicon St #103 opens at 7 am daily, closing at 2 pm Monday through Thursday and 7 pm Friday through Sunday. It identifies as LGBTQ+ owned and women-owned. Reviewers describe an all-vegan coffee shop with house-made syrups and chai, gluten-free food, local art for sale, a chorizo taco and carrot cake. It is listed as good for working on a laptop and has live performances.
Best for: Vegan drinks and local art
- Address
- 1212 Chicon St #103, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon 7 am–2 pm; Sat 7 am–7 pm; Sun 7 am–7 pm; Thu 7 am–2 pm; Tue 7 am–2 pm; Wed 7 am–2 pm
#2
Texas Coffee Traders Cafe
★ 4.8 (554 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Texas Coffee Traders Cafe sits at 3223 E 7th St and opens 7 am to 4 pm on weekdays and 9 am to 4 pm on Saturday, closed Sunday. It identifies as women-owned and offers outdoor seating, beer and wine. Reviewers mention three drip options plus an espresso blend, mostly darker roasts, a cozy interior, plenty of parking and staff who know their coffee. One reviewer disliked the dark roast style.
Best for: Dark roasts and bean shopping
- Address
- 3223 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–4 pm; Mon 7 am–4 pm; Sat 9 am–4 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–4 pm; Tue 7 am–4 pm; Wed 7 am–4 pm
#3
Noble Joe Coffee Co.
★ 4.8 (411 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Noble Joe Coffee Co. is a coffee trailer in the Southshore Eatery Food Truck Park at 1620 E Riverside Dr, open 7 am to 2 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 2 pm on weekends. Reviewers mention matcha options such as a blackberry matcha, seasonal lattes, drinks adjusted for sweetness and fast service despite a line. It offers outdoor seating, Wi-Fi and delivery, and sits near a trail.
Best for: Matcha by the trail
- Address
- Southshore Eatery Food Truck Park, 1620 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–2 pm; Mon 7 am–2 pm; Sat 8 am–2 pm; Sun 8 am–2 pm; Thu 7 am–2 pm; Tue 7 am–2 pm; Wed 7 am–2 pm
#4
Flat Track Coffee
★ 4.7 (881 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Flat Track Coffee at 1619 E Cesar Chavez St opens daily from 7 am to 4 pm and shares space with a bike shop. Reviewers mention an industrial, creative setting with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, a back patio, an iced mocha latte and warm, welcoming baristas. It is listed as good for working on a laptop, with Wi-Fi, restrooms and a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Best for: Patio time and laptop work
- Address
- 1619 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–4 pm
#5
Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors Cafe & Roastery
★ 4.7 (798 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors Cafe & Roastery at 1111 Chicon St is open daily from 7 am to 7 pm and roasts on site. Reviewers mention the aroma of roasting coffee at the door, plenty of seating and a well-balanced espresso, with some also buying beans to brew at home. One reviewer found the staff unwelcoming. It serves beer and wine and is listed as good for laptops.
Best for: Espresso and fresh-roasted beans
- Address
- 1111 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–7 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 17 cafes in East Austin, Austin TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Dear Diary Coffee takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Dear Diary Coffee opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Dear Diary Coffee ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 665 reviews. Texas Coffee Traders Cafe is second at 4.8 from 554 reviews.
Which cafes in East Austin, Austin TX are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Dear Diary Coffee, at 7 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Dear Diary Coffee $10–20; Texas Coffee Traders Cafe $1–10; Noble Joe Coffee Co. $1–10; Flat Track Coffee $1–10; Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors Cafe & Roastery $1–10.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Dear Diary Coffee, Texas Coffee Traders Cafe, Noble Joe Coffee Co., Flat Track Coffee and Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors Cafe & Roastery.
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