Crema's Take
“Magnolia Cafe is an Austin institution that delivers genuinely excellent breakfast and lunch without the pretension—their shredded beef omelettes and juicy burgers arrive fresh and well-seasoned, drawing both locals and DDD pilgrims who keep the place consistently packed. The staff strikes that rare balance of being genuinely warm and efficient, making even long waits feel pleasant, though you'll want to hit it during off-peak hours if parking matters to you.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Everything was just great!!! The wait was only a few minutes! Our Server was excellent! They really made our visit enjoyable! The food great 9 out of 10 !! The parking is the only thing I would want to change!,
Magnolia Cafe is one of those classic Austin spots that never disappoints. I tried the shredded beef omelette, and it was honestly the highlight of the meal. Everything tasted fresh and well-seasoned, and the omelette was cooked perfectly. The atmosphere is relaxed and…
We were visiting Texas and stopped here because we saw them on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives a long time ago and we have the DDD books. The staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The food was delicious! The atmosphere is cozy and comfortable! The prices are very…
Stopped by Magnolia Cafe on South Congress and it did not disappoint. We ordered burgers and the queso dip, and everything hit the spot. The burgers were juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked just right, and the queso was warm, creamy, and perfect for sharing. Service was friendly…
Phenomenal place! Don't have to worry about parking if its slower since they have a small parkinglot next to the building, which was already a treat. Then when we got in, the people were extremely nice and quick with their service! I ordered the Queso & Chips & Salsa, and was…
Crema Reviews
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