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Elizabeth St Cafe, Austin, TX

Elizabeth St Cafe

4.8
4.8
829 Reviews
$30 and under
Asian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 59 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
Elizabeth Street Café is a neighborhood Vietnamese cafe and French bakery in South Austin opened in December 2011. The little restaurant boasts sunny dining rooms and a shady garden patio and serves fresh breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as takeout.

Elizabeth Street Café is known for: great croissants and Stumptown coffee, bánh mì served on house baked baguettes, fresh spring rolls, Kronenberg on tap, steaming bowls of pho, spicy curries, house cocktails, a fun kids menu, and flavorful macarons.

Learn more about McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mmlhospitality.com

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Vietnamese, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 08:00–14:30 Dinner Sat, Sun 14:30–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Bouldin Creek
  • Cross Street
    Elizabeth Street
  • Parking details
    Complimentary and paid parking is available
  • Public transit
    Route 10 North | 1 Street & ElizabethRoute 10 South | South 1 Street & Annie
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 829 people are saying

Elizabeth St Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Elizabeth St. Cafe is a vibrant culinary gem in Austin, loved for its bold French-Vietnamese fusion. Guests praise its "outstanding food" and "wonderful service," making it a top pick for both brunch and dinner. Signature dishes like the ginger chili dumplings and drunken noodles receive rave reviews. Its charming atmosphere and friendly staff make it a must-visit, though indoor noise levels and parking can be challenging. Overall, a delightful dining destination with a "delicious and innovative" menu.
829 Reviews
  1. Siddartha VIP

    Seattle11 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    I’ve been going to Elizabeth Street Café for over a decade, but for the first time, the dining experience yesterday has left me disappointed and disheartened about how discriminatory the behaviour at a business can be. Yesterday, we had a lunch reservation for a party of five at 1:30 pm. Upon arrival, we were asked to wait or take a table outside in the sun, despite specifically booking an indoor table, which was available at the time of reservation. After waiting, we were informed that the table we had reserved was still occupied by a group of lunching ladies who had been lingering over drinks for three hours. Shockingly, the staff explained that asking them to vacate would risk a negative review, prioritizing their comfort over honoring our reservation or how I would review them. When we inquired about the communal table—a concept that, by definition, welcomes shared seating—we were told the patrons at the table were uncomfortable sharing it. It was hard not to wonder if the same rules would have applied had we been a group of white patrons. The staff refused to join a table of four with a table for two, citing a strict policy, despite the glaring inconvenience. Pressed for time due to friends heading to the airport, we reluctantly accepted an outdoor table, but the experience has left me very bitter. What was once a welcoming, neighborhood gem now feels like yet another space where appearances and, honestly, what looks like appearances take precedence over inclusivity and respect. Will not be going back there and don't recommend it for a good time.

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  2. Dawn

    Houston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite places to go when we are in town. The food is outstanding!

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  3. Taylor

    Austin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a hit. If you wants brunch on the patio, perfect spot as long as it’s in the shade. Ginger chili dumplings, beef drunken noodles, Singapore noodles are top notch.

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  4. Chanel VIP

    Austin84 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal and wonderful service, as usual! Ideal for brunch outside when the weather is nice.

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  5. KristiK VIP

    Austin16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Happy Hour with friends. ESC never disappoints. Love. Love. Love. 🍸

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  6. AngelaD

    Austin12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A delightful birthday brunch for a dear friend. Such a cute place with great food and wonderful staff!

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  7. matt VIP

    Austin27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful as always but writing a review with how great the service was at the bar. Usually we eat outside but sat at bar. Great recommendations, fun vibe and just the right amount of interaction. Just another reason why this is "low key" the best MML spot.

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  8. Pasha

    Las Vegas4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elizabeth St never misses. The food, service, and ambiance are always on point. We had the drunken noodles and few apps, everything was delish.

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  9. Kristi

    Austin9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cute neighborhood style restaurant right in the heart of Austin with amazingly delicious food and diverse cocktails. Perfect for dates, hanging with the girls or families. Dog friendly shady patio

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  10. Julia

    Chicago3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Elizabeth St Cafe. The culinary fusion is bold and exciting and the service is always great. Parking is the only downside, so I recommend getting there quite early so you have ample time to find a parking spot.

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FAQs

Elizabeth St Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 291-2881.

Elizabeth St Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 829 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 59 times today
Google Map for Elizabeth St Cafe

1501 S. 1st St., Austin, TX 78704

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Elizabeth Street
  • Area
    Bouldin Creek
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 08:00–14:30 Dinner Sat, Sun 14:30–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Vietnamese, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary and paid parking is available
  • Public transit
    Route 10 North | 1 Street & ElizabethRoute 10 South | South 1 Street & Annie
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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