5 Restaurants in South Congress, Austin TX for Great Desserts
Updated 29 September 2026 · 6 restaurants in South Congress, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists restaurants in South Congress, Austin, TX that Google tags for great dessert, for anyone planning a meal that ends with something sweet. From the qualifying places, we ranked them by Google rating weighted by review count, so ratings backed by many reviews carry more weight. The list covers a range of cuisines and hours, from full dinners to breakfast spots. Each entry gives hours, address and what reviewers mention, so you can pick the right fit.
#1
Aba Austin
★ 4.7 (8,823 Google reviews)Mediterranean restaurant$30–80 per person
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A Mediterranean restaurant at 1011 S Congress Ave, open daily from late morning into the evening, until 11 pm on Friday and Saturday. Reviewers recommend reserving, and mention shaded outdoor seating and an outdoor bar across the walkway. They describe strong drinks and food, with a few noting a cool welcome at the host stand. Google lists great desserts, cocktails, coffee and a wine list.
Best for: Date night on South Congress
- Address
- 1011 S Congress Ave Bldg 2 Suite 180, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon 11 am–10 pm; Sat 10 am–11 pm; Sun 10 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#2
Bouldin Creek Cafe
★ 4.7 (4,878 Google reviews)Vegetarian restaurant$10–20 per person
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A women-owned vegetarian restaurant at 1900 S 1st St, open daily from 8 am until 10 or 11 pm. Reviewers mention vegan-friendly dishes such as the spicy pesto dip, South Austin stir fry, Veggie Royale and a chickpea salad sandwich. They describe a cozy neighborhood feel and friendly servers, though one found the coffee lukewarm. Google lists great desserts, coffee and outdoor seating.
Best for: Vegetarian and vegan meals
- 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
#3
Magnolia Cafe
★ 4.5 (7,345 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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A cafe at 1920 S Congress Ave that is open 24 hours from Thursday to Sunday and until midnight other nights. Reviewers mention gingerbread and cornmeal pancakes, a steak omelet, many options for vegetarians and a cozy room. It has appeared on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, and reviewers say it can involve a wait. Google lists great desserts, happy hour and comfort food.
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
Two Hands
★ 4.4 (1,115 Google reviews)Restaurant$20–30 per person
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A restaurant and takeaway coffee bar at 1011 S Congress Ave, open daily from 7 am until 9 or 10 pm. Reviewers mention crispy Brussels sprouts, a kale bowl with chicken, a Viet rice bowl and fritters, with pleasant indoor and outdoor seating. Some felt the food did not match the price. Google lists great desserts, cocktails, coffee and live music.
Best for: Brunch with outdoor seating
- Address
- 1011 S Congress Ave Ste 170, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–10 pm; Mon 7 am–9 pm; Sat 7 am–10 pm; Sun 7 am–9 pm; Thu 7 am–9 pm; Tue 7 am–9 pm; Wed 7 am–9 pm
#5
Joann's Fine Foods
★ 4.4 (988 Google reviews)Tex-Mex restaurant$20–30 per person
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A Tex-Mex diner at 1224 S Congress Ave with a retro feel, open daily from 9 or 10 am until 9 or 10 pm. Reviewers mention biscuits and gravy with chorizo, chicken fried steak, a rice bowl with shrimp, a hummus plate and a smoothie in a vintage milkshake glass. Some had cold coffee or bland tacos. Google lists great desserts, cocktails and late-night food.
Best for: Retro diner breakfast
- Address
- 1224 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–10 pm; Mon 10 am–9 pm; Sat 9 am–10 pm; Sun 9 am–9 pm; Thu 10 am–9 pm; Tue 10 am–9 pm; Wed 10 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 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 “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
- Aba Austin, Bouldin Creek Cafe, Two Hands and Joann's Fine Foods 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?
Aba Austin ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 8,823 reviews. Bouldin Creek Cafe is second at 4.7 from 4,878 reviews.
Which restaurants in South Congress, Austin TX are open late?
Magnolia Cafe is listed as open 24 hours.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Aba Austin $30–80; Bouldin Creek Cafe $10–20; Magnolia Cafe $10–20; Two Hands $20–30; Joann's Fine Foods $20–30.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Bouldin Creek Cafe, Magnolia Cafe and Joann's Fine Foods.
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