Russell's Bakery
3339 Hancock Dr, Austin, TX
Crema's Take
“Russell's Bakery is a charming neighborhood spot that's better known for its cakes and custom orders than its day-to-day pastry case—locals rave about their moist, perfectly-balanced carrot cakes for celebrations, though morning croissants can be hit-or-miss on freshness. The real draw is the delightful, quirky atmosphere complete with small dinosaur decorations, excellent service, and a welcoming vibe that feels more like a beloved coffee shop than a traditional bakery, making it ideal for weekend brunches and lingering over coffee with friends.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Opens early. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
I got the cinnamon almond croissant. It was as hard as biscotti. Like something that has been sitting on the counter for ten days. My date got the Danish it was ok but definitely not fresh. Very disappointing
I got a carrot cake for my husband's birthday last week. It was so moist and delicious, just the right balance of sweetness. I have gotten multiple cakes there for family and coworkers over the years, and they are always perfect.
I got the bee’s knees and lemon tart. Both were decent, the service was great and the space was absolutely a delight. There are small dinosaurs around and the staff told me there is more seating with more dinosaurs next door! It was amazing people watching while my toddler…
It feels more like a coffee shop than a true bakery. I visited on a Saturday morning – the prime time when pastries should be fresh - and specifically asked for something baked that day. I ordered a plain croissant, but it was clear it wasn’t fresh. They offered to warm it up,…
My family and I had a great experience at Russell's on Hancock. We went around 11:30 am on a Saturday for brunch. We were able to find a park, although the lot is small. Everything from the bakery looked fantastic, but my girlfriend and I settled on splitting a cinnamon roll and…
Crema Reviews
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