5 Restaurants in East Austin, Austin TX for Great Desserts
Updated 29 September 2026 · 8 restaurants in East Austin, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five restaurants in East Austin, Austin TX, that Google tags as good places for dessert. It helps anyone looking for a full meal that finishes well, from a casual breakfast to a special dinner. The businesses were chosen from those listed on Google for great dessert and then ordered by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. Every entry uses only the listing details and what reviewers mention.
#1
Vic and Al's
★ 4.7 (1,402 Google reviews)Cajun restaurant$20–30 per person
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Vic and Al's is a Cajun restaurant at 2406 Manor Rd, open daily from 11 am to 11 pm. Reviewers describe an unusual setup where a tab is opened on arrival and guests order drinks and food around the space, with free mocktail tastings offered at the door. They mention Bourdin rolls and roasted beets. Google lists great cocktails, a great beer selection, great dessert, happy-hour food and outdoor seating.
Best for: Casual Cajun meal with cocktails
- Address
- 2406 Manor Rd D, Austin, TX 78722, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–11 pm
#2
Intero Restaurant
★ 4.7 (1,309 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$40–80 per person
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Intero is a women-owned, farm-to-table Italian restaurant at 2612 E Cesar Chavez St, open for dinner from 5 pm every evening. Reviewers mention an intimate, romantic room, fresh pasta, a refreshing melon salad and staff whose recommendations guided their orders. One diner enjoyed a walk-in table alone on a weeknight. Google lists great dessert, cocktails, a great wine list, organic dishes and a private dining room.
Best for: Romantic dinner with fresh pasta
- Address
- 2612 E Cesar Chavez St Ste 105, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5–10 pm; Mon 5–9 pm; Sat 5–10 pm; Sun 5–9 pm; Thu 5–9 pm; Tue 5–9 pm; Wed 5–9 pm
#3
Sawyer & Co
★ 4.5 (2,997 Google reviews)Diner$10–20 per person
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Sawyer & Co is a diner at 4827 E Cesar Chavez St, open for breakfast and lunch until 3 pm daily. Reviewers describe a classic diner with Austin charm that can get packed, and mention biscuits, the Gaston and Garden scrambles, Brabant potatoes and lox. One visitor noted an unpleasant smell inside. Google lists great coffee, great dessert, cocktails, outdoor seating and a parking lot.
Best for: Southern-style brunch and biscuits
- Address
- 4827 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–3 pm; Mon 8 am–3 pm; Sat 9 am–3 pm; Sun 9 am–3 pm; Thu 8 am–3 pm; Tue 8 am–3 pm; Wed 8 am–3 pm
#4
Juniper
★ 4.5 (1,219 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$100+ per person
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Juniper is an Italian restaurant at 2400 E Cesar Chavez St, open daily from 5 to 10 pm. Reviewers mention a Puffy Potato with pecorino fonduta, crudo, focaccia with whipped ricotta, a private salon area and a chef's counter with wine pairings. One birthday party loved the food but was let down by service. Google lists great dessert, cocktails, a great wine list, vegetarian options and a private dining room.
Best for: Celebration dinner at the counter
- Address
- 2400 E Cesar Chavez St Unit 304, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- daily 5–10 pm
#5
Poeta
★ 4.5 (390 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$20–80 per person
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Poeta is an Italian restaurant inside the East Austin Hotel at 1108 E 6th St, open from morning into the evening every day. Reviewers describe an intimate, chic room, recommend sampling across the menu, and point to biscuits and kolaches at brunch. One guest notes free parking for a limited time and suggests dressing up a little. Google lists rooftop seating, live music, great dessert and cocktails.
Best for: Hotel brunch or date night
- Address
- Located within East Austin Hotel, 1108 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–10 pm; Mon 9 am–9 pm; Sat 10 am–10 pm; Sun 10 am–9 pm; Thu 9 am–9 pm; Tue 9 am–9 pm; Wed 9 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 8 restaurants in East Austin, Austin TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Great dessert”, 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
- Intero Restaurant, Sawyer & Co, Juniper and Poeta take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Sawyer & Co opens at 8 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 restaurant on this list?
Vic and Al's ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 1,402 reviews. Intero Restaurant is second at 4.7 from 1,309 reviews.
Which restaurants in East Austin, Austin TX are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Vic and Al's, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Vic and Al's $20–30; Intero Restaurant $40–80; Sawyer & Co $10–20; Juniper $100+; Poeta $20–80.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Vic and Al's, Intero Restaurant, Sawyer & Co, Juniper and Poeta.
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