American Cafes in Austin

Woodland

American Cafe • South Congress and South First • $10-$25

Sophistication meets comfort here with exceptional burgers, grilled meats and fish, and pot pies. Start with cheese curds or ceviche. The tasty cocktails are available at brunch too.

1716 S. Congress, 512/441-6800

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Wright Bros. Brew & Brew

American Cafe, Coffeehouse • Lower East

Craft beer and third-wave espresso bar located in the heart of East Austin. Brew & Brew offers 34 rotating beers on tap and a curated natural wine and cider selection. Chef Virginia Pharr prepares Southern-inspired cuisine that focuses on fermentation, curing, and pairings with ever-changing beverages. Connected to the bar is an event space, serving as a live music and art venue, and is available to rent for both personal and corporate use.

500 San Marcos St. #105

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Yard Bar

American Cafe • Midtown • $10-$25

This dog park/ restaurant/ bar offers well-balanced cocktails, a great local beer selection, and classic American dishes like hushpuppies and hot dogs. Don't miss out on the homemade Cheez Whiz.

6700 Burnet Rd., 512/900-3773

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Yellow Jacket Social Club

American Cafe • Lower East • $10-$25 •  First Plates 

The Yellow Jacket Social Club has a comfortable, lived-in feel that aims to attract a neighborhood bar crowd as much as the Urban Outfitted. The furniture is funky and comfortable, and the interior is quiet enough to allow for conversation. Outdoors, it’s a friendly scene, and friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome.

1704 E. Fifth, 512/480-9572

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Zed's

American Cafe • North • $10-$25

A waterfall welcomes you here to enjoy Austin-friendly food such as Waterfall Salad and deep-dish chicken pot pie while overlooking the pond.

501 Canyon Ridge, 512/339-9337

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Zoe's Kitchen

American Cafe, Mediterranean, Vegetarian/Vegan • North • $10-$25

10000 Research, 512/372-9080

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Zoe's Kitchen

American Cafe, Mediterranean, Vegetarian/Vegan • South • $10-$25

On the old site of Tamale House #2, this new addition to the South Austin Mexican food scene offers much of the same fare, as the new owner kept many of the ol' haunt's original recipes. Tamale Time is just around the corner, so give 'em a try!

5601 Brodie Lane #1525, 512/358-0888

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