The Best Breakfast Spots in Austin | Morning Favorites

24 Diner in West Campus returned to true 24 hour service on weekends in early 2025, offering chef driven diner food that punches well above its weight. The chicken and waffles with maple butter are the menus calling card, but the veggie hash and roasted banana milkshake hold their own. Magnolia Cafe on South Congress has been serving breakfast since 1988 and remains the go to for late night migas and their famous Mag Mud queso with black beans, avocado, and pico de gallo. It is unpretentious, always open, and reliably good. Las Cazuelas in East Austin might be one of the citys best kept secrets, serving authentic Mexican breakfast deep into the night. The salsa bar is a legitimate upgrade to any order, and on weekends, you can pair your 2 a.m. breakfast tacos with a frozen margarita. Bring cash they charge a credit card fee.

Phoebes Diner delivers a 1950s style diner experience with distinctly Texas twists. The original Oltorf location serves buttermilk pancakes, deep fried French toast, and fried chicken with grits. The smoked brisket burrito and brisket eggs Benedict are standout items that earned it a spot on Eaters best breakfast list. What makes Phoebes special is the creative execution the Chile relleno features a deep fried chili stuffed with cheesy eggs, crispy on the outside while keeping the eggs fluffy and non greasy. The Banana Foster French toast is another must try, with diners calling it amazing.

Ciscos Restaurant Bakery and Bar has been an East Austin landmark since 1950, with a Historic Landmark designation to prove it. The late LBJ used to play poker here after hours with Willie Nelson, and the current owners have kept the soul completely intact while adding craft cocktails. Bouldin Creek Cafe anchors South Austins vegetarian scene since 2000, serving breakfast all day in a warm, communal space. The potato leek omelette and blueberry cornbread with house pesto are favorites fully vegetarian with plenty of vegan options.