Paperboy East
1203 E 11th St, Austin, TX
Crema's Take
“Paperboy East is where Austin's breakfast culture gets elevated without losing its soul—think flaky empanadas with perfectly balanced fillings, poblano and cheddar biscuits that pair beautifully with jalapeño jam, and a thoughtfully curated drink menu that goes beyond standard coffee fare. The hospitality here is genuinely warm and attentive, with staff who roll with the punches (literally keeping spirits high when Saturday rains knocked out the power), making it the kind of place where lingering over a leisurely breakfast or coffee date feels like the whole point. Fair warning: it's popular enough that you'll want to hit Open Table early or prepare for a wait, but regulars swear the generously-poured boozy brunch drinks and elevated comfort food make it absolutely worth it.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
UPDATE: Paperboy continues to be a 5 star spot with amazing hospitality/service! We went on Saturday 3/7, and the rain took the power out right after we got our drinks and cinnamon toast. They completely comped our drinks/food and even gave us a free orange brioche roll which…
I had the potato and chorizo empanada and the cheesy hash brown casserole. The empanada dough was flaky and delicious and the filling was really well balanced. The hash browns casserole had a beautiful crispy exterior and a creamy inside. It came with a jalapeño sauce that gave…
If you're looking for a breakfast that feels a bit more elevated than your standard diner, this is the spot. Their menu features some truly elegant and unique options. I tried the Migas, and the texture was spot on—the mix of eggs, fresh corn tortillas, pico de gallo, and cheese…
Drinks are boozy, generous portion, definitely one level above the average brunch spot in Austin. I recommend to put an alert on open table to secure a spot if you don’t want to wait. Else you will accidentally order an extra cocktail while waiting in line ;)
Absolutely amazing food with a lovely atmosphere and staff. The poblano & cheddar biscuits are addictive, especially with the jalapeño jam. I am also pretty sure the Earl Grey Cold Brew has ruined my life since I do not live here and have not found anything comparable to it in…
Crema Reviews
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