In Austin, you’ll find a variety of stellar restaurants—including ones serving up everyone’s favorite weekend meal: brunch. Whether you’re in the mood for homemade Mexican dishes, American classics, Southern comfort food, or farm-fresh international flavors, you can find it at the best brunch in Austin.
Head to downtown Austin to find an all-day cafe serving a large brunch menu as well as a place with a dim sum brunch. East Austin is home to an acclaimed Mexican restaurant as well as a place serving Louisiana-style Creole fare. Central Austin boasts brunch in a charming cottage.
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For a homemade Mexican brunch in the heart of Austin — head to Gabriela’s (Downtown)
Family-run Mexican spot Gabriela’s focuses on homemade, Michoacán-inspired recipes. This restaurant makes food fresh daily —even the margaritas and other drinks are made from lime juice and fresh fruit. Its brunch menu boasts Mexican breakfast classics like chilaquiles and gorditas de chorizo, along with playful dishes like tipsy French toast made with rum. Enjoy your meal on the massive outdoor patio.
For classic American brunch in a relaxing environment — check out Paperboy (East Austin)
Paperboy is a breakfast and lunch restaurant with a bright, calm atmosphere thanks to its large windows, white walls and countertops, and light wood furnishings. All juices, preserves, and breads are made on-site, so you’re getting the freshest ingredients possible. With a large coffee selection, essential brunch cocktails, and shareable plates, it’s a fantastic place to brunch with friends. The main menu is filled with American brunch classics, making Paperboy one of the best brunch places in Austin.
For Southern comfort food in a refined atmosphere — visit Sawyer & Co. (East Austin)
Sawyer & Co. brands itself as a “finer diner,” providing an air of sophistication in a warm and comfortable setting. The inside is bright and clean, while the outside patio provides umbrellas to enjoy your meal. The diverse brunch menu serves up classic Southern favorites like shrimp and grits and biscuits and gravy along with Tex-Mex options and lighter meals, so there’s something for everyone.
For brunch prepared by an acclaimed chef — check out Suerte (East Austin)
Suerte is run by acclaimed chef and James Beard semifinalist Fermín Núñez. His modern Mexican menu celebrates his passion for handmade masa and hyperlocal ingredients. Expect savory dishes like a salmon tostada and chilaquiles along with sweet options like a banana puff pastry. If you’re drinking, pair your meal with a Mexican agave or spirit in the laidback space with light woods and exposed brick walls.
For one of the places with the best brunch in Austin, serving farm-fresh Chinese food — visit WU Chow (Downtown)
WU Chow serves farm-fresh Chinese food that honors all eight styles of Chinese cuisine, including with its standout brunch. The restaurant’s popular dim sum brunch menu features classic dumplings like Shanghai pork soup along with favorites like dan dan noodles and plenty of vegetarian options. Pair your brunch with classic cocktails with a Chinese twist, like the bloody Mulan made with Thai-chili-infused vodka.
For seasonal brunch dishes — check out Café No Sé (Downtown)
Located inside the South Congress Hotel is a chic all-day cafe that serves seasonal American fare. Large windows allow for plenty of sunshine, and the white and light wood furnishings ensure a bright atmosphere even on a cloudy day. The brunch menu, carefully curated by chef Sarah Mar-Chun, features homemade pastries, fresh salads and bowls, breakfast sandwiches, and more. Don’t miss standout cross-cultural dishes like kimchi hash. Brunch here is served until 3 pm daily.
For an elegant brunch in a charming neighborhood atmosphere — visit Josephine House (Central Austin)
Located in a charming blue Clarksville cottage, Josephine House is the sibling to Jeffrey’s Restaurant, a fine-dining restaurant in Austin. Inside, there’s a white marble bar for coffee and other drinks along with some tables, or you can find a seat on the patio or the lawn outside. This gem sources all ingredients locally, so the American-inspired menu changes daily. Expect dishes like freshly baked pastries, steak and eggs, breakfast sandwiches, and huevos rancheros.
For a bar-focused brunch with an Asian twist — visit Bar Peached (Downtown)
Bar Peached is the newest spot from The Peached Tortilla, an Asian and Southern restaurant in Austin. Bar Peached is more bar-focused, with a beverage director curating a menu of draft and made-to-order cocktails. You’ll still find plenty of shareable plates and dishes like avocado toast and pork buns. The menu also features Asian twists on Southern classics, like a BBQ pork Benedict and bacon, egg, and cheese udon.
For one of the best brunch spots in Austin, serving a mix of American and Creole food — check out Uptown Sports Club (East Austin)
Uptown Sports Club opened in 1949 as a neighborhood sports bar. Today, it stands in the same building but has transformed into a go-to restaurant known for its stellar coffee, cocktails, and brunch. Co-owner Aaron Franklin serves Louisiana Creole brasserie-style food with a Texan twist. The deep menu stars breakfast plates, steak and eggs, and lemon ricotta pancakes, plus hearty sandwiches, gumbo, and a la carte breakfast favorites.
For a Mexican-inspired brunch — check out Tómalo (Downtown)
Tómalo is a destination for its contemporary Mexican menu inspired by regional dishes. Expect tacos, quesadillas, ceviche, and other crowd-pleasing, family-friendly dishes. With dark furnishings and a full wraparound bar, this restaurant makes brunch a community event. The prime location on the banks of Lady Bird Lake makes it ideal for stopping in with your kids or a large group after a morning stroll.
When you’re searching for the best brunch in Austin, it’s hard to go wrong. Whether you’re craving Southern comfort food, regional Mexican flavors, or something globally inspired, these 10 restaurants have it all. It’s time to grab your friends and start eating your way through the city at the best brunch spots in Austin.
