5 Best Coffee Shops in Zilker, Austin TX
Updated 29 September 2026 · 19 cafes in Zilker, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five coffee shops in and around Zilker, Austin TX, for anyone looking for a reliable latte, a seasonal drink or a spot to sit for a while. The list was built from businesses listed under the Google category Coffee shop and ranked by Google rating weighted by the number of reviews, so a high score from many people counts for more than a perfect score from a few. Each entry notes hours, address and the themes reviewers mention most often.
#1
Sightseer Coffee Bar
★ 5 (181 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Sightseer Coffee Bar sits at 1905 S 1st St and opens at 8 am most days, closing at 3 pm on weekdays and 4 pm on weekends. It is closed on Mondays, something regulars point to with some regret. Reviewers mention a wide range of unusual syrup flavors, both coffee and non-coffee drinks, a smoked maple iced latte and a seasonal cold brew with coconut. Staff also help customers choose beans to take home. The car park, entrance, seating and toilet are all wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Creative lattes and seasonal drinks
- 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
#2
Black Cat Coffee
★ 5 (141 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Black Cat Coffee at 603 W Live Oak St opens at 7 am on weekdays and Saturdays and at 8 am on Sundays, closing in the early afternoon. Reviewers mention the Baklava Crumble iced latte, traditional Turkish coffee and a tres leches baklava as standout orders. Google lists outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, kerbside pickup, a strong tea selection and desserts. There is a free parking lot and free street parking, and the shop accepts cards and mobile payments.
Best for: Turkish coffee and baklava pairings
- 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
#3
Funky Sol Coffee
★ 4.8 (272 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Funky Sol Coffee is an Airstream-style coffee stand at 517 S Lamar Blvd, open daily from 8 am to 2 pm. Reviewers describe it as a relaxed stop with no lines and plenty of seating, plus a hangout area out front. Drinks with names like The Dude and The Kook come up often, including a chocolate-forward cold brew, and there are many syrups and cold foam options. Reviewers also mention egg bites. The car park, entrance and toilet are wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Flavored cold brew in a casual setting
- Address
- 517 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- daily 8 am–2 pm
#4
Trianon Coffee
★ 4.7 (506 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Trianon Coffee is at 3654 Bee Caves Rd and keeps longer hours than many coffee shops, open 7 am to 7 pm Monday through Saturday and 7:30 am to 2 pm on Sunday. Reviewers call it a cozy neighborhood cafe with a calm space for sitting with a friend. An oat lavender latte and breakfast tacos come up, along with quick, friendly service. One reviewer notes the food and pastry selection is limited. The shop is fully wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Late-afternoon coffee and catching up
- Address
- 3654 Bee Caves Rd Ste A, Austin, TX 78746, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon 7 am–7 pm; Sat 7 am–7 pm; Sun 7:30 am–2 pm; Thu 7 am–7 pm; Tue 7 am–7 pm; Wed 7 am–7 pm
#5
Desnudo Coffee: South Lamar
★ 4.8 (182 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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Desnudo Coffee on South Lamar, at 1904 S Lamar Blvd, is open daily from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Google lists it as a Latino-owned small business with outdoor seating, gender-neutral toilets and a cozy, family and LGBTQ+ friendly setting. Reviewers mention a signature menu that includes a brown sugar miso latte, white vanilla miso latte, guava matcha and shoyu butterscotch. They also point to plenty of outdoor seating and quick service on sunny days.
Best for: Unusual signature drinks outdoors
- Address
- 1904 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- daily 7:30 am–2:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 19 cafes in Zilker, Austin TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “Coffee shop”, ranked by weighted 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
- 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?
Sightseer Coffee Bar ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 181 reviews. Black Cat Coffee is second at 5 from 141 reviews.
Which cafes in Zilker, Austin TX are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Trianon Coffee, at 7 pm.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Black Cat Coffee $1–10; Desnudo Coffee: South Lamar $1–10. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Black Cat Coffee and Desnudo Coffee: South Lamar.
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