Best Specialty Cafes in Austin for Pour-Over Coffee

North Burnet

Austin third-wave staple with house and reserve drip options, quality espresso, and barista-crafted latte art

Bouldin Creek

Women-owned roaster sourcing exclusively from women growers, with Ethiopian single origins and direct relationships

Zilker

Austin roaster serving single origins since 2006 with pastries from Easy Tiger and specialty tea selection

Chestnut

Expert espresso and pour over program with house-roasted single origin beans in a spacious, barista-driven cafe

Downtown Austin

Specialty coffee pioneer's downtown outpost showcasing direct-trade beans and meticulous roasting standards

Mercado Heights

Coffee roaster and truck serving single-origin Texas beans with knowledgeable staff in South Austin

North University

In-house roaster near UT campus offering pour overs, specialty lattes, and direct-to-door coffee subscriptions

Pecan Springs-Springdale

Family farm-to-cup operation serving their own shade-grown, honey-processed Nicaraguan single origin

MLK

Southwest-inspired marketplace café serving seasonal specialty menu amid lush greenery and natural light

East Cesar Chavez

Elegant East Austin spot pouring world-class roasters like Onyx, Ilse, and Metric with meticulous technique

East Cesar Chavez

Espresso-focused cafe on the hike-and-bike trail serving flat whites and specialty drinks near East Cesar Chavez

Rosedale

Long-running local roaster selling their own beans plus extensive brewing gear, mugs, and coffee accessories

South Congress

Wood-fired organic coffee from a mobile trailer serving fair-trade beans in a South Austin church lot

Govalle

Japanese-inspired cafe pouring specialty coffee and espresso drinks in minimalist Govalle digs with hojicha lattes and toast

Dripping Springs

Hill Country roastery crafting custom profiles for single-origin beans sourced from female-owned international farms since 2015

Downtown Austin

Downtown location serving La Colombe coffee with skilled baristas in a newly renovated space near 6th Street's heart

Westfield

In-house roaster since 1993 flame-roasting signature blends on Lake Austin, with lakeside patio seating and live music events

East Austin

East Austin coffee hub with specialty espresso, a DJ booth, and a lively outdoor patio that doubles as a creative community space

Rosedale

In-house roastery crafting signature lattes and espresso drinks with small-batch beans and scratch-made pastries

East Cesar Chavez

Austin roaster with retro-industrial space blending specialty coffee and bicycle culture in East Cesar Chavez

Old West Austin

House-turned-cafe pouring sustainable, direct-trade single origins alongside French press and espresso drinks

Highland

24-hour coffeehouse pouring organic, fair trade beans via French press service and espresso

North Shoal Creek

Small-batch roaster with globally-sourced beans and skilled barista latte work inside a yoga studio

Zilker

Portland-roasted single origins with extensive pour over menu and house-made pancakes in a bustling Zilker cafe

Old West Austin

Coffee and cocktails converge in Old West Austin with espresso drinks, all-day brunch, and a full bar program.

Blackshear-Prospect Hill

In-house roaster and cafe serving dialed-in espresso with industrial-chic vibes on Austin's East Side

Hyde Park

Hyde Park espresso bar featuring signature house-made syrups like grapefruit brown sugar alongside classic cortados

Downtown Austin

Downtown kiosk serving espresso drinks and house-baked goods with sidewalk seating on West 4th Street

Govalle

Original East Austin roaster since 1994, roasting daily on-site with 30 years of direct sourcing experience

MLK-183

Austin roaster since 2006 crafting breathtaking single-origin pourovers in a spacious, light-filled cafe

Blackshear-Prospect Hill

Direct-sourced experimental coffees focused on fermentation and terroir, roasted in-house at this East Austin truck

Govalle

East Austin espresso bar focused on balanced, thoughtfully crafted drinks in a relaxed patio setting

Blackshear-Prospect Hill

Intimate East Austin espresso bar with rotating single-origin options and inventive specialty drink creations

Crestview

Neighborhood coffee bar with meticulously sourced beans from trusted small roasters and natural wine program

Highland

In-house roaster serving carefully profiled beans for pour over and espresso with standout signature sesame lattes

Greater South River City

24-hour organic & fair trade coffee with French press service, plus the original recipe behind Chameleon Cold Brew

North Burnet

Austin roaster serving handpicked single origins since 2006 with skilled baristas and quality latte art

Downtown Austin

Texas roaster serving sustainably sourced, fresh-roasted coffee with Bakery Lorraine pastries in Seaholm District

West Campus

In-house roastery serving French press, single-origin, and direct-trade coffees across from UT campus since 2008

Chestnut

24-hour organic & fair trade coffee with French press service, rotating beans from Texas Coffee Traders

South Austin

Far South Austin espresso bar featuring rotating North American roasters and seasonal drink menus

Downtown Austin

Philadelphia roaster's Austin outpost crafting quality blends with serious attention to sourcing and roasting

Downtown Austin

Austin roaster's downtown flagship pouring quality espresso and house roasts in a spacious, work-friendly setting

Elm Fork

Golden Bean award-winning roaster with multiple Austin locations serving fresh-roasted, globally sourced coffee

Dawson

Local roaster known for unique wood-fired, oak-roasted coffee and signature moon milk in original location