5 Best Places for Breakfast in South Congress, Austin TX
Updated 29 September 2026 · 12 restaurants in South Congress, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five places for breakfast in and around South Congress, Austin, for locals and visitors who want a morning meal or weekend brunch. Every business is listed on Google as serving breakfast, and the list was then ranked by Google rating weighted by review count. Twelve qualifying businesses were considered. The picks range from a vegetarian cafe and a round-the-clock diner-style cafe to tacos and brunch plates, and each entry notes hours, address and what reviewers mention.
#1
Bouldin Creek Cafe
★ 4.7 (4,878 Google reviews)Vegetarian restaurant$10–20 per person
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Bouldin Creek Cafe is a women-owned vegetarian restaurant at 1900 S 1st St with many vegan-friendly dishes. Reviewers mention the chickpea chick'n salad sandwich, spicy pesto dip, South Austin stir fry and Veggie Royale, and describe a cozy neighborhood feel with fun service, though one got lukewarm coffee. It opens at 8 am daily and serves coffee, tea, beer and cocktails, with outdoor seating.
Best for: Vegetarian and vegan breakfast
- Address
- 1900 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–11 pm; Mon 8 am–10 pm; Sat 8 am–11 pm; Sun 8 am–10 pm; Thu 8 am–10 pm; Tue 8 am–10 pm; Wed 8 am–10 pm
#2
The Little Darlin'
★ 4.6 (3,340 Google reviews)American restaurant$20–30 per person
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The Little Darlin', at 6507 Circle S Rd, is a women-owned American restaurant and bar open daily from 11 am to 2 am. Reviewers mention a brunch menu earlier in the day, burgers, a chicken sandwich and well-made drinks. They point to a large backyard with live music, room for big groups and a good hot sauce selection. It has a fireplace and full wheelchair access.
Best for: Late brunch in a big backyard
- Address
- 6507 Circle S Rd, Austin, TX 78745, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–2 am
#3
Magnolia Cafe
★ 4.5 (7,345 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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Magnolia Cafe is a cafe at 1920 S Congress Ave that opens at 7 am and runs around the clock from Thursday to Sunday. Reviewers mention gingerbread and cornmeal pancakes, a steak omelet and plenty of vegetarian and meat options, along with friendly staff and a cozy room. Some note a wait at busy times. It serves coffee, tea and beer, with outdoor seating.
Best for: Pancakes at any hour
- Address
- 1920 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri Open 24 hours; Mon 7 am–12 am; Sat Open 24 hours; Sun Open 24 hours; Thu Open 24 hours; Tue 7 am–12 am; Wed 7 am–12 am
#4
Torchy's Tacos
★ 4.5 (5,890 Google reviews)Mexican restaurant$10–20 per person
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Torchy's Tacos, at 1822 S Congress Ave, is a Mexican restaurant opening at 9 am on weekdays and 8 am on weekends. Reviewers mention a breakfast burrito with egg, queso and chorizo, a wide range of tacos from basic to heavily topped, and the Democrat taco. They describe it as an easy, casual stop. It offers outdoor seating, a fireplace, vegetarian options and delivery.
Best for: Breakfast tacos and burritos
- Address
- 1822 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–10 pm; Mon 9 am–10 pm; Sat 8 am–10 pm; Sun 8 am–10 pm; Thu 9 am–10 pm; Tue 9 am–10 pm; Wed 9 am–10 pm
#5
June's
★ 4.5 (1,342 Google reviews)American restaurant$20–60 per person
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June's is an American restaurant at 1722 S Congress Ave, opening at 9 am on weekends and 11 am on weekdays. Reviewers mention a cafe breakfast with cheese and dried fruit, a salmon board with house-made bagel, a croque madame on sourdough, a breakfast chalupa and good lattes. They describe a bright, airy room and suggest reserving ahead. It has a wine list and cocktails.
Best for: Weekend brunch with coffee
- Address
- 1722 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–10 pm; Sat 9 am–10 pm; Sun 9 am–10 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 12 restaurants in South Congress, Austin TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Breakfast”, 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
- Bouldin Creek Cafe and June's take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- Magnolia Cafe is listed as open 24 hours, so it works for a very early or very late visit.
- Bouldin Creek Cafe is a pure vegetarian place.
- 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 restaurant on this list?
Bouldin Creek Cafe ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 4,878 reviews. The Little Darlin' is second at 4.6 from 3,340 reviews.
Which restaurants in South Congress, Austin TX are open late?
Magnolia Cafe is listed as open 24 hours. The Little Darlin' stays open until 2 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Bouldin Creek Cafe $10–20; The Little Darlin' $20–30; Magnolia Cafe $10–20; Torchy's Tacos $10–20; June's $20–60.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Bouldin Creek Cafe, The Little Darlin', Magnolia Cafe, Torchy's Tacos and June's.
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