Austin · 6 ranked picks
Corinne Austin leads this shortlist.
East Austin · American · $$
Corinne Austin is worth putting on the shortlist for Fried chicken and Buttermilk pancakes—the two orders to build a first visit around. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Corinne Austin is worth putting on the shortlist for Fried chicken and Buttermilk pancakes—the two orders to build a first visit around. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to order: Fried chicken, Buttermilk pancakes, Burger
Austin · Brunch · $$
Another Broken Egg Cafe is a strong choice for brunch. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Another Broken Egg Cafe is a strong choice for brunch. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
Austin · Cajun · $$
Cypress Grill is a strong choice for brunch. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Cypress Grill is a strong choice for brunch. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
East Austin · Mexican · $
Juan in a Million in East Austin is a good-value meal. It is also one of the easier picks here for keeping the bill in check.
Juan in a Million in East Austin is a good-value meal. It is also one of the easier picks here for keeping the bill in check.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
Downtown · Breakfast · $$
Snooze, an A.M. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery in Downtown is a standout stop in Downtown. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Snooze, an A.M. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery in Downtown is a standout stop in Downtown. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
South Congress · Cafe · $$
Café No Sé in South Congress is a standout stop in South Congress. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Café No Sé in South Congress is a standout stop in South Congress. It works well when you want a proper meal without turning it into a full splurge.
Keep in mind: Booking details can change; check the restaurant's site before you go.
What to plan for before you book — spend, reservation strategy, and who should skip this guide entirely.
The best brunch spots in Austin are Corinne Austin, Another Broken Egg Cafe, Cypress Grill, and more.
The final six are Corinne Austin, Another Broken Egg Cafe, Cypress Grill, Juan in a Million, Snooze, an A.M. Eatery, Café No Sé.
We looked for restaurants that feel like a strong fit for the guide topic, not just the most obvious names in the city. The shortlist favors rooms with clear mood, dependable pacing, and enough distinction to help someone decide faster. Read our full methodology →
Lighting, pace, and general energy all need to support the reason someone clicked this guide.
We favored restaurants that feel best suited for the moment, not just restaurants with broad reputation.
The final list tries to give readers enough variation in neighborhood, price, and style to compare real options.
Pictured: Corinne Austin
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