Restaurant Guide

Bakeries in Austin, Under $10

A Arturo's

Bakery, Deli/Sandwich Shop, Tex-Mex • Campus • Under $10

Around the corner from El Mercado, you'll find Mexican fare, sandwiches, burgers, and smoothies to enjoy in the expansive basement dining area.

314 W. 17th, 512/469-0380

In addition to a full espresso bar and French bakery, this place has an extensive menu including sweet and savory crepes, quiches, and croque-monsieurs. Sandwiches are available as paninis or on a fresh half-baguette, and all breads and pastries are baked in-house.

12101 FM 2244, 512/263-8388

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C Bougie’s Donuts

Bakery, Coffeehouse • South • Under $10

Espresso drinks served with doughnut standards and more eclectic options like chocolate bacon and orange cinnadough. Gluten-free options, too.

5400 Brodie Lane, Sunset Valley, 512/382-1617

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D Einstein Bros. Bagels

Bakery, Coffeehouse • Campus • Under $10

Eighteen flavors of steamed bagels; 11 varieties of schmears; a host of sandwiches served on bagels, challah, or sourdough baguettes; and salads, soups, and roll-ups.

2404 Guadalupe, 512/457-8722

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E Einstein Bros. Bagels

Bakery • Midtown • Under $10

Eighteen flavors of steamed bagels; 11 varieties of schmears; a host of sandwiches served on bagels, challah, or sourdough baguettes; and salads, soups, and roll-ups.

3022 W. Anderson, 512/374-9666

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F Einstein Bros. Bagels

Bakery, Deli/Sandwich Shop • North • Under $10

Eighteen flavors of steamed bagels; 11 varieties of shmears; a host of sandwiches served on bagels, challah, or sourdough baguettes; and salads, soups, and roll-ups.

4607 W. Braker #500, 512/338-6711

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G Joe's Bakery & Mexican Food

Bakery, Tex-Mex • Lower East • Under $10 • First Plates

Belly up to the lunch counter for homemade migas, tacos, and award-winning menudo, then step up to the pastry counter for piedras, novias, cemitas, and capirotada. The American choices draw raves, as well.

2305 E. Seventh, 512/472-0017

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H Ken's Donuts

Bakery, Desserts • Campus • Under $10

Offers a wide selection of high-quality doughnut-shop fare, including several flavors of cake and yeast doughnuts, éclairs, Bismarcks, and, of course, doughnut holes.

2820 Guadalupe, 512/320-8484

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I La Mexicana Bakery

Bakery, Interior Mexican • South Congress and South First • Under $10

The wide selection of inexpensive pan dulces, empanadas, and galletas is available 24/7, just like the taqueria menu. Get the tres leches cake on your way out.

1924 S. First, 512/443-6369

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J Mi Tradicion

Bakery • Midtown • Under $10

The aromas that greet you at the door of this authentic Mexican bakery do not lie. The breads, rolls, cookies, and pastries are the stuff of sweet dreams.

8716 Research #290, 512/374-9910

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K Mi Tradicion

Bakery • South • Under $10 • First Plates

The aromas that greet you at the door of this authentic Mexican bakery do not lie. The breads, rolls, cookies, and pastries are the stuff of sweet dreams.

801 E. William Cannon #125, 512/445-9128

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L Mrs. Johnson's Bakery

Bakery, Desserts • Midtown • Under $10

Roll up to the window, place your order, and munch on a delicious hot one that sags from the hand while you wait. Don't have a cardiac on the way home.

4909 Airport, 512/452-4750

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M Opa! Coffee & Wine Bar

Bakery, Coffeehouse • South Lamar and Barton Springs • Under $10

A canopy of trees protects this dog-friendly open space. Play bocce ball, ping-pong, or just relax and enjoy Greek treats such as spinach pie and moussaka.