5 Best Cafes in Zilker, Austin TX
Updated 29 September 2026 · 33 cafes in Zilker, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five of the best cafes in and around Zilker, Austin TX, for anyone looking for coffee, a breakfast sandwich, crepes or a quiet vegan meal near Barton Springs and South Lamar. We considered 33 qualifying businesses and ranked them by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one, so places with both high scores and plenty of reviews rise to the top. Hours differ quite a bit, and several close by mid-afternoon, so check before you go.
#1
Crepe Crazy
★ 4.8 (1,869 Google reviews)Restaurant$10–20 per person
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A crepe restaurant on South Lamar run by deaf staff, where you order and pay at a kiosk, making it a notably quiet place to eat. Reviewers mention sweet and savory crepes including a smoky Scandinavian crepe and a sweet cheese delight, plus salads, coffee and chai, and a gluten-free crepe is available. It is cashless, has outdoor seating and serves beer. Hours run to 8 pm Thursday through Saturday and 3 pm other days.
Best for: Quiet crepe brunch or lunch
- Address
- 3103 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–8 pm; Mon 9 am–3 pm; Sat 9 am–8 pm; Sun 9 am–3 pm; Thu 9 am–8 pm; Tue 9 am–3 pm; Wed 9 am–3 pm
#2
Sightseer Coffee Bar
★ 5 (181 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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A small coffee shop on South 1st Street, closed Mondays and open 8 am to 3 or 4 pm the rest of the week. Reviewers mention a wide selection of unique syrups, both coffee and non-coffee drinks, a smoked maple latte and a seasonal cold brew with coconut. They also note the shop and the farms it works with are woman owned, and that baristas help customers choose beans to take home.
Best for: Creative lattes and bean advice
- Address
- 1905 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–3 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–4 pm; Sun 8 am–4 pm; Thu 8 am–3 pm; Tue 8 am–3 pm; Wed 8 am–3 pm
#3
Black Cat Coffee
★ 5 (141 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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A casual coffee shop on West Live Oak Street with outdoor seating and free lot and street parking, open from 7 am most days and closing around 2 or 3 pm. Reviewers highlight the Baklava Crumble iced latte, traditional Turkish coffee and a tres leches baklava, and describe friendly recommendations at the counter. One reviewer found the standard espresso and cappuccino good but not remarkable, so the specialty drinks are the draw.
Best for: Turkish coffee and baklava drinks
- Address
- 603 W Live Oak St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–2 pm; Mon 7 am–2 pm; Sat 7 am–3 pm; Sun 8 am–2 pm; Thu 7 am–2 pm; Tue 7 am–2 pm; Wed 7 am–2 pm
#4
Eggman Breakfast Sandwiches
★ 4.7 (878 Google reviews)Breakfast restaurant$10–20 per person
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A counter-service breakfast spot on Barton Springs Road, open daily from 7 am to 1:30 pm. Reviewers mention the Bronx Bomber with plenty of steak on a fresh kaiser roll, the Madison Avenue, hash browns and fresh orange juice. There is outdoor seating, Wi-Fi, curbside pickup and vegan and vegetarian options. Most reviews are warm, though one reported a hygiene problem with a sandwich.
Best for: Quick morning breakfast sandwiches
- Address
- 1720 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–1:30 pm
#5
Casa de Luz Village
★ 4.7 (785 Google reviews)Vegan restaurant$10–20 per person
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A vegan restaurant on Toomey Road open daily from 7 am to 8:30 pm, serving breakfast through dinner. Reviewers describe simple, clean food close to its natural form with minimal spice and salt, a range of teas, and a peaceful, nature-focused setting. One reviewer following a strict Jain diet says the kitchen made a real effort to accommodate it. Organic dishes, healthy options and outdoor seating are listed.
Best for: Calm, simple plant-based meals
- Address
- 1701 Toomey Rd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–8:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 33 cafes in Zilker, Austin TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. 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
- Crepe Crazy takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Black Cat 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?
Crepe Crazy ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 1,869 reviews. Sightseer Coffee Bar is second at 5 from 181 reviews.
Which cafes in Zilker, Austin TX are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Casa de Luz Village, at 8:30 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Crepe Crazy $10–20; Black Cat Coffee $1–10; Eggman Breakfast Sandwiches $10–20; Casa de Luz Village $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Crepe Crazy, Black Cat Coffee, Eggman Breakfast Sandwiches and Casa de Luz Village.
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