Quack's 43rd Street Bakery
411 E 43rd St, Austin, TX
Crema's Take
“This beloved neighborhood bakery on 43rd Street has earned a devoted following for pastries that genuinely stop you mid-bite—think chocolate cake so perfectly balanced it avoids richness, kolaches with impossibly crispy cheese edges, and a key lime pie that gets genuine raves for its tangy-sweet harmony. The coffee takes its craft seriously and pairs beautifully with the baked goods, though consistency can occasionally dip. Come here for the kind of neighborhood gem where regulars keep returning year after year, especially if you're after exceptional pastries and a welcoming spot for a thoughtful coffee break.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. Quick-grab spot. Pastries and light food on the menu. Open late.
Google Reviews
Tried several desserts and had mixed experiences. The key lime pie was excellent!! perfectly balanced between tangy and sweet with a smooth, velvety texture. It was easily the standout and shows what this bakery is capable of. The coconut cream pie had good flavor, but it was…
The cakes were so good I was halfway through before deciding to take pictures. The chocolate cake was decadent, dark, delicious, but somehow not overly rich. The perfect Matilda cake. Definitely the best I've had in Austin. The key lime pie was also to-die-for. Super tangy, but…
I've been coming here for years and just realized I've never submitted a review. This is one of my favorite neighborhood bakeries. My favs are the chocolate cake, sugar cinnamon roll, ham and cheese croissant and coconut pie for my Granny. Today I went in for the croissant. The…
Just went to quacks for some coffee and a vegan chocolate muffin. Coffee was absolutely delicious. Muffin was great too. I bought the key lime pie for a friend’s birthday from here a little while ago and it was a huge hit. Also, the staff were so friendly. I will be back
Best kolache I think I’ve ever had. Look at the cheese crisp outer edges!! The danishes are flaky and delicious. The cappuccino was less than ideal as it had that burnt flavor to it. Definitely coming back here.
Crema Reviews
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