There’s an Austin Coffee Shop For That
If you’re like us, you might find yourself in a rut when it comes to your work routine. Whether you’re looking to get out of the office for a productive day on your own, or looking to find a place to work while you’re out having meetings around town, you can’t go wrong with these 5 Austin coffee shops. We know sometimes you’ve only got a few hours between meetings or obligations, and you find yourself stranded on a different side of town, wishing you could hunker down and finish that marketing plan or RFP. Now you can pop in, avoid traffic, and knock that work out no matter what side of town you’re on.
EAST AUSTIN
Cenote
Location: 1010 East Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78702
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Productivity Perk: Opens at 7am on weekdays, park yourself here right after school drop-off.
On The Menu: Coffee, wine, beer, sandwiches and more.
The flagship East Austin location of Cenote has atmosphere for days. Grab a cup of coffee or breakfast in the morning and find a bright nook inside. It’s always busy, and the bustling vibe is sure to keep you productive. It’s hard to sit long without meeting someone new, or spotting a famous local entrepreneur or two. In the mood to sit outdoors, now that the weather has cooled off? Cenote has one of the biggest outdoor patios you’ll find in Austin. There’s always a free picnic table available where you can spread out and work, or meet with your team.Have we mentioned the food? It’s phenomenal. No excuses, you don’t need to head anywhere else to grab a bite, just order at the bar and they’ll bring it out to you.
NORTH AUSTIN
Thunderbird
Location: 1401 W Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78756
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Productivity Perk: Their friendly and sincere staff will cheer up even your dullest work day
On The Menu: Direct-trade coffee and craft beer.
If you’re looking for a good spot to hunker down and focus, Thunderbird has you covered. Located in the Crestview neighborhood in North Austin, this cafe is an introvert’s paradise. Grab a seat at one of their long sleek tables or bar-height benches and get to work. What this locally owned business offers in sleekness it matches in soul. Their team is friendly and interested, brightening even the dullest of work days. Be sure to watch out for parking signs, the lot is small and street parking can be limited on the side street nearby.
CENTRAL AUSTIN
Houndstooth
Location: 4200 North Lamar Blvd, Ste 120 Austin, TX 78756
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Productivity Perk: Located next door to Taco Deli, hop over and stay on task.
On The Menu: Fine coffee, tea, beer, wine and pastries.
For those of you who can tell a fine quality coffee when you taste it, Houndstooth is sure to please. You won’t find a coffee shop that puts more attention to detail into each drink they serve. If you want your latte with an extra dark roast, or your macchiato dry, this team has you covered. The big windows make for great outdoor light, and the variety of seating options from bar top to couches will give you all the options you might want. The cherry on top? Right next door you’ll find Taco Deli. Head over for lunch or to grab a bite, and keep right on working. The shared patio makes it easy to stay awhile.
DOWNTOWN
Halcyon
Location: 218 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78701
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Productivity Perk: Open until 2am every night, we’ve found ourselves here working late into the night.
On The Menu: Comfort food, espresso, craft cocktails.
This cafe is a coffeehouse by day and a bar and lounge each night. If you’re looking to get in some great people watching, and grab a drink while you finish up that last minute pitch or proposal, this is your spot. The energy is electric, which also makes it a great spot for a casual client meeting or team happy hour. Their bartenders will not disappoint, they often know what you want before you ask. Keep an eye on the schedule, they often have live music. Their walls are full of work by local artists, new ones are showcased regularly. Their menu features unexpected comfort food, including s’mores you can cook at your table.
SOUTH AUSTIN
Opa
Location: 2050 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Productivity Perk: With so many seating options you can move from a couch, to the bar, to an outdoor seat under their big shady tree.
On The Menu: Greek food, wine and coffee.
This Greek coffee shop and wine bar is perfect for a productive morning, or a happy hour meeting. With late hours it also makes a great spot to catch up on work before the night is over. The interior is large, dark and cozy, with many couches and nooks to choose from. It’s hard to find a better cafe happy hour in Austin, with half-price wine and sangria on the menu. One of their best features is their large front yard, shaded by a beautiful old tree covered in lights. Snag a spot on the porch or bring your team for happy hour at one of the large tables in the yard. You won’t even notice the rush hour traffic flying by just nearby, with their beautiful walled garden vibe.
Next time you find yourself with a few hours between meetings, or looking to hunker down until the traffic lets up, we hope you find yourself a cozy spot in one of our favorite cafes. That quarterly strategy doc or the difficult email might just come together a bit smoother.
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