Lau Lau

Lau Lau

3701 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX

★★★★★4.8(136 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This Austin newcomer is swinging hard with boldly inventive drinks that blend coffee expertise with Asian flavor traditions—think mala lattes, ginger-chili cappuccinos, and fish sauce caramel that shouldn't work but absolutely do. The whole experience is thoughtfully curated, from the Chinese ceramics and art-filled space to house-made pastries that feature unexpected ingredients like miso and five spice, making it a destination for coffee lovers who crave creativity alongside their espresso.

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.

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Google Reviews

Marina Roberts
★★★★★a month ago

Hands down my favorite coffee in Austin. The specialty drinks and baked goods thoughtfully use ingredients like miso, Chinese five spice, ginger, and fish sauce caramel (get it, you won't regret it!) to tremendous effect. I am from the deep south and consider myself a biscuit…

Cynthia Martinez
★★★★★2 months ago

This shop is such a gem! Everything from the decor to the art and coffee is well-crafted and curated here. I love the spicy coffee drinks with ginger and chili oil. I loved the signature ginger cappuccino and will definitely be back again for more

Farzana Sedillo
★★★★★2 months ago

One of my new favorite coffee shops...all due to the Mala Latte. For my mala fans, it's not by any means close to the numbing effect we love and adore - and for others who haven't experienced the Mala sensation, it's a nice herbal tingle in the back of your throat as you sip…

Gigi D
★★★★★4 months ago

One of the most unique coffee spots I have ever been to! I loved their seasonal specialities and their different take on flavors!!!! We tried their seasonal item ginger & toasted rice cappucino and black sesame hot chocolate! You’d think such an uncommon flavor wouldn’t pair…

Diego Salinas
★★★★★5 months ago

I love coffee shops that come out swinging. Lau Lau is brand new in Austin and spared no time in becoming excellent - the dim sum pastries, the Chinese ceramic plates, the inventive flavors, and the beautiful interior. Plus now they've started hosting markets too, so it feels…

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