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1886 Café & Bakery

1886 Café & Bakery

Breakfast Spot and American Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Austin, Austin
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    The experts at Serious Eats and Austin Chronicle recommend this place
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    Chuq Y.
    "Get the hangover burger and wash it down with a Huckleberry Hooch!"(12 Tips)
    Dobrodana P.
    "Texas pecan waffle & quiche Lorraine are super yummy."(6 Tips)
    Kevin L.
    "my favorites huevos rancheros and the buttermilk pancakes"(7 Tips)
    Charlotte Ø. S.
    "Try the Brazos Huevos Rnchs - it's fantastic"(2 Tips)
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  • Dylan B.heart icon on user image
    Dylan BoydMarch 22, 2015
    The omelettes are amazing.
  • Rory M.
    Rory MacEwanJune 11, 2012
    Driskill WiFi is patchy on the inside of the cafe. Sit at the tables in the lobby for a better connection.
  • Drew M.heart icon on user image
    Drew MJune 5, 2016
    Eggs benidict are top notch
  • Stephanie D.
    Stephanie DanforthJuly 16, 2011
    This place is a very nice area to just go sit. Try a chocolate croissant and enjoy!
  • AP d.heart icon on user image
    AP du PlessisMarch 13, 2015
    Very upclass. Remember not to show up in flip flops.
  • Andrew B.
    Andrew BerryJune 6, 2014
    Great French toast. But surprisingly poor espresso.
  • Rachel F.heart icon on user image
    Rachel FowlerJune 22, 2015
    Sunday brunch is wonderful
  • Alex P.
    Alex ParrishAugust 23, 2010
    Is it just me or is their cheese soup and their queso the same thing? Hmm, either way it's delicious, and a gorgeous place.
  • Rodney B.heart icon on user image
    Rodney BrumbelowOctober 12, 2014
    Green Chili Mac and Cheese is amazing.
  • Kevin L.
    Kevin L.April 16, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Follow The Driskill Facebook Page for up-to date information/specials for the 1886 Cafe & Bakery!! Read more
  • James T.
    James TrumblyMay 27, 2012
    Hangover burger is a must have, go for it!
  • Adam K.
    Adam KubanMarch 10, 2013
    Adding my voice to the chorus of Hangover Burger boosters. I honestly wasn't expecting much, but it was good.
  • Eli S.heart icon on user image
    Eli Solis-PepperJuly 26, 2015
    The hippie breakfast is the best!
  • Katie M.
    Katie MNovember 10, 2012
    Order the cherry danish early... They always run out!
  • Kevin L.
    Kevin L.April 16, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the texas pecan waffle for breakfast or brunch, absolutely amazing
  • Andreas H. B.
    Andreas H. BockMarch 12, 2013
    Try the peanut cookie. Marvellous...
  • Chuq Y.
    Chuq YangMarch 28, 2011
    Get the hangover burger and wash it down with a Huckleberry Hooch!
  • Thomas K.heart icon on user image
    Thomas KnüwerMarch 23, 2016
    Cinnamon rolls! #nuffsaid
  • 1680PR
    1680PRMarch 10, 2012
    Order a Hot Fudge Sundae - best in Austin!
  • Bryan T.
    Bryan ThatcherMarch 8, 2012
    The third booth on the left has a power outlet!
  • Shannen T.
    Shannen TuneMay 21, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Make sure to start with one of are huge cinnomin rolls. Bigg enough to share
  • Shannen T.
    Shannen TuneMarch 13, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Must try the huckelberry hooch made with red berry ciroc to die for
  • Jason L.
    Jason LomasDecember 16, 2012
    The fried chicken is last meal worthy.
  • Kaley P.
    Kaley PalmerMarch 31, 2013
    Bread pudding French toast make wanna say ooooh!
  • mathew m.
    mathew murphyJuly 12, 2014
    Closed summer 2014 for refurbishment. They're serving brunch in the restaurant though.
  • Kay T.
    Kay TanzeeMarch 13, 2012
    Order a croissant! Fresh goodness!
  • Shannen T.
    Shannen TuneMay 21, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Almond french+$4 mimosas +$5 bloody marry's = best brunch on 6th street
  • Jonathan V.
    Jonathan VMarch 30, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Hangover burger. Believe the hype. - Public Ally
  • Jen14221
    Jen14221February 20, 2011
    Gorgeous lobby, tasty cappuccino. I'm a fan.
  • Chris V.heart icon on user image
    Chris VicenteMarch 29, 2015
    Some amazing crepes
  • Jen14221
    Jen14221March 6, 2011
    Mimosas only four bucks. Get the "poinsetta", champers and cranberry.
  • Keith R.
    Keith RatnerDecember 8, 2011
    Try the Texas Pecan Waffle. It's as big as...
  • Tommy B.
    Tommy BeltonMarch 14, 2011
    The hangover burger is out of this world
  • Morten H.
    Morten HellandMarch 11, 2012
    Try the Brazos Huevos Rancheros!
  • 1680PR
    1680PRMarch 10, 2012
    Ask for Sandals the bartender. He's g
  • Steve P.
    Steve PoleMarch 13, 2012
    Vanilla milkshake is blowing my mind, think I might need to order a second...
  • robin r.
    robin roweAugust 22, 2011
    hands down the best french toast on the planet Read more
  • Chris M.
    Chris MessinaMarch 12, 2010
    Try the Fireman's #4. It's smooth, subtle and light.
  • Andres M.heart icon on user image
    Andres MillanDecember 27, 2014
    Long wait but worth it
  • Kate S.
    Kate SchnepelMarch 14, 2013
    delicious cheese danish
  • Kevin L.
    Kevin L.April 16, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Delicious Complimentary doughnut holes at brunch
  • Britt A.
    Britt AllenMarch 3, 2012
    Love the Texas Pecan Waffles
  • Dena F.
    Dena FloridaMarch 13, 2011
    Don't come here if you're starving during sxsw. Service is slow but menu is awesome
  • Robert R.
    Robert RoweSeptember 30, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    ...great breakfast menu! Austin Frittata is a great way to start off the day... Read more
  • Brittany H.
    Brittany HealyFebruary 17, 2011
    Hangover burger perfect for the next day's brunch. :)
  • Josh M.
    Josh MartinSeptember 21, 2019
    Long wait, terrible service, very underwhelming food (I had pecan waffle and fried chicken) I don’t get the positive reviews at all.
  • David R.
    David RatliffJuly 31, 2011
    Go check out the river rocks in the urinals....
  • Taylor M.
    Taylor MoessingerMarch 25, 2011
    The cheese soup is delicious!
  • Adam R.
    Adam RSeptember 4, 2011
    Great breakfast, weak service...
  • Shannen T.
    Shannen TuneApril 25, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Austin restaurant week extended for 1 more week!
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