The Best Coffee Shops in Austin, TX

Coffee, tea, lattes, espresso and many others are among the favorite drinks of people all around the world. People in Austin are often in search of unique and flavorful coffee drinks. There are so many options out there, it’s sometimes difficult to find the best coffee shops in town. If in Austin and in the mood for good coffee in a great atmosphere, there are a few places that are sure to please. Meet with friends, grab a cup on the way to work, or work while you sip from one of the many places serving up hot and cold teas and coffee in the city.

Here are a few options for great coffee shops in Austin:

• Summermoon Coffee Bar – Local roaster for wood-fired, fair-trade coffee, pastries & breakfast tacos in a quaint setting. Their wood fired coffee is very distinctive, which contributes to the unique taste of the espresso.

• Epoch Coffee – The 24/7 coffee shop vending espresso drinks, sweets & pizza from East Side Pies in open, casual space. Epoch is a 24-hour coffee shop with free WiFi, an unpretentious and reasonably priced menu, and soda on draft.

• Houndstooth Coffee – This chill, airy hangout serves carefully sourced coffees, teas, wines & craft beer, plus snacks. The Staff is very friendly, and they are talented at making craft coffee. Relaxing atmosphere and great location.

• Radio Coffee & Beer – Hip spot for coffee, beer & pastries in wood-paneled digs, plus tables & a taco truck out back. The all-star cast at this South Austin cafe, bar and hangout includes Stumptown Coffee with local Mill-King milk, treats from local faves East Side Pies and People’s Pharmacy and 24 beer taps.

• Café Medici -French-pressed coffee blends plus a selection of single-origin & sustainable, direct-trade options. Great coffee. Tasty tacos. Great atmosphere.