3. Cafe Java
8.7
11900 Metric Blvd (at Stonehollow Dr), Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · North Burnet · 104 tips and reviews
Danielle Reich: Great staff, great coffee. Only tried a couple staples off the a la carte menu, but the food looked fantastic.
Bryan G: The migas are up there with the best in Austin. Great coffee, service, come alone and sit at the counter - join in the conversation or read the paper. A hidden gem
Elana King: I was there last night with a friend, and got their Monday burger special to go for my boyfriend. It was an hour before I got it home, and the egg was at perfection. These guys continue to amaze me.
Allison S: this is the only good location! always busy, but always worth it! i love the hot chocolate and the migas!
Austin Chronicle: Locavore before it was cool, this quintessential Austin diner serves fresh and delicious grub and embraces all that is our quirky community. Great things can happen over a bowl of Kerbey Queso at 4am. Read more.
Wendy Bryant: Love Kerbey Lane--best place for pancakes hands down. 30 years in Austin. I remember curing many hang-overs here. :)
5. Terry Black's BBQ
9.0
1003 Barton Springs Rd (btwn Dawson Rd & Bouldin Ave), Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · Bouldin Creek · 143 tips and reviews
Julia Kaplan: Go with a group so you can try everything. Pork ribs, brisket, turkey, & jalapeno sausage were all stand-outs. Cole slaw was pretty tasty as well!
Thrillist: You MUST get brisket, jalapeño and cheddar sausage, mac & cheese, and a soft drink in a souvenir cup. Read more.
Paul Gozzo: The brisket is some of the best you will ever taste! A nice and clean dining hall, good music, friendly and fun staff, a must on your Austin BBQ list!
11. Hoover's Cooking
8.0
2002 Manor Rd (2002 Manor Road), Austin, TX
Fried Chicken Joint · Upper Boggy Creek · 85 tips and reviews
Ellen Yeung: Huge portions for good prices! Enough for two meals and a hearty snack! Chicken fried steak and meatloaf are excellent.
Aaron Reed: strong frozen margaritas, beware
Austin Chronicle: East Austin native son Hoover Alexander packs 'em in with tempting renditions of Southern comfort food, complemented with a dash of Tex-Mex, a whiff of BBQ smoke, and a pinch of Cajun/Creole spice.