Guest article by Natalie Parra-Novosad I’ll go out of my way every morning just to get an espresso or cappuccino at one of my favorite cafes, even if it means being a little late for work. I’ll never enjoy a coffee from Starbuck’s or a gas station again. Sometimes I wallow in guilt over the […]
Flightpath Coffee House: Chillin’ in Hyde Park Since 1992
Guest article by Molly Morrow As a woman from Seattle (okay, as a woman from a farming-valley-turned-shopping-mall that’s close enough to Seattle for me to lie without feeling bad), I can assure you that I know my way around a coffee shop. I have been in coffee shops resembling EuroDisney, coffee shops with dog balconies, […]
Once Over Coffee Bar Is Worth a Second Glance
It sits quietly and unassumingly. You’ve likely walked right past without stepping inside because it seamlessly blends with its surroundings. Once Over Coffee Bar is a well-kept secret that proudly claims the “Tiniest Dog Park In Texas,” along with stellar coffee and beer. And it happens to be owned by a likable, down-to-earth couple who live […]
The Best Places to Work Remotely in Austin
Step aside, Starbucks. I know you think you’re cool because you supposedly started the whole “blogger at a coffee shop” movement, but we’re in Austin, bucko. We’ve been laptopping with lattes since before you even thought it was a thing. Busted.
Red Horn Coffee House and Brewing Co. Opens in Cedar Park
Coffee. Beer. Good vibes. This is the mantra of Red Horn Coffee House and Brewing Co. and I stand behind it. As I walked up to the brewpub on an overcast morning, I could smell beer brewing in the breeze. It was early, so I got a latte, but you can bet I’ll be back […]
Monkey Nest Coffee: Not Your Average Monkey Business
I’m a sucker for monkeys. Their expressive eyes, curious nature and playful demeanor have captured my heart since childhood. And so it was no surprise the day my car veered into a parking lot off Burnet when I saw an animated circular face with tiny ears, resembling the classic 80’s stuffed sock monkey. The little primate’s paws […]
Keep Austin Weird at Spider House Cafe and Ballroom
The Christmas lights are always on at Spider House Cafe. The funky atmosphere will grip you as soon as your foot is in the door, and the coffee drinks, full bar and food options will make you want to stay a while. Just next door, Spider House Ballroom keeps nightlife on an aggressive dose of […]
7 Secret Ingredients for Coffee Heaven at Summermoon Coffee
Coffee. Some drink it black. Some with cream. And others get fancy frou-frou drinks with extra foam, double shots or even chocolate. However you take your coffee, I guarantee you have yet to reach coffee heaven. Summermoon Coffee will get you there
Cuvee Coffee Finds New Home in East Austin
Cuvee Coffee has long been in the hearts of Texans and Austinites alike, and visiting their new location in East Austin is an experience you’ll want to have again and again. The company, founded over a decade and a half ago, has taken their time opening a cafe for customers and fans, and it shows. […]
Stinson’s Bistro Manages Unique Mix of Coffee, Pizza
This guest blog article is by Michal Ann Morrison. Stinson’s Bistro is a relatively new addition to Austin, but they’ve quickly built a reputation for great coffee. My espresso addiction being what it is, coffee is the very thing that took me there for my first visit. That and my roommates’ insistence that Stinson’s gluten-free options were […]