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Cenote

Restaurant Cafe Coffee shop Live music venue

Nostalgic all-day cafe with French pressed coffee, farm-fresh American eats & Texas craft beer. People often mention breakfast, good, coffee, great, order, burrito, nice, spot, seating, ordered,


Address

1010 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

Website

cenoteaustin.com

Contact

(512) 524-1311

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (1.9K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 7 AM to 4 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 4 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 8 AM to 4 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 7 AM to 4 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 4 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: breakfast (16) good (15) coffee (14) great (10) order (9) burrito (8) nice (8) spot (8) seating (8) ordered (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Steph A. 2 years ago on Google
    LOVE this place! We ordered the grande breakfast burrito, chilaquiles with coffee. Excellent! Everything was cooked to perfection. Service was awesome, will definitely go back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karina K. 2 years ago on Google
    Great dishes, great coffee. Had omelette with feta cheese and some greens. You have to queue and order at the counter, and then receive the drinks from barista and the food comes to the table. The wait was maybe 15 min to order, 5 min to get drinks and then less than 5 to get the food on a Saturday at 12pm. Space outside was nice.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Albert H. 1 year ago on Google
    Definitely a cool brunch spot to visit when you’re in Austin. The place has a nice vibe and quite the selection for coffee, food and drinks. Me and my friends enjoyed our brunch. The salmon salad was really good make sure to order the Apple Butter pancakes because it was really amazing! The biscuit that came with my order was really good too. Highly recommend this place! Great service and nice staff as well.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tom R. 7 months ago on Google
    Walking in you feel a little disconnected because it’s counter service when your order and the drinks are serviced to a pick up window and the food is delivered to your table. I guess they save on servers or servers tips maybe but seems a little broken as a warm way to be served. Breaks up the idea of sitting and taking in the atmosphere, reviewing the menu then ordering as standard goes. You walk in and are welcomed nevertheless then order and seat yourself. Drinks are called to the service window but then a suggestion of how to consume is a nice touch as the seasonal mimosas go. The food once delivered is actually well beyond expectations. Had a breakfast sandwich and a breakfast burrito. The chorizo was fantastic and the burrito served with a salsa. BEC had plenty of egg and a side of spicy mayo which is nice compared to normal offerings. Overall, a great experience but just an outside the normal ordering process as expected. Plenty of room inside and out. Even though it’s very hot in the summer for outside in my opinion. Worth a try if you want a solid value and delicious quick breakfast in Austin.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Levonia R. 6 months ago on Google
    The quality of the food is ok. As someone looking for a vegan breakfast I ordered the avocado toast with a side of fruit. The fruit is only offered with the oatmeal so I wasn't able to buy it. 🙄 And I only got one piece of toast with my meal. So I'm still hungry after spending $11 on a piece of toast. Definitely not coming back here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joe R. 1 year ago on Google
    I came here on a Saturday morning to beat the rush. I got to the restaurant around 8:15am and there was no line. It was also easy to find street parking around this time. I ordered the Grande Grilled Breakfast Burrito. I was blown away by the flavor. I wish the place offered green salsa for the burrito because it would take this dish to the next level. Regardless, it was a fantastic burrito and probably the best I've had in a few years. The coffee was also BANGING. I ordered an iced americano and was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. Definitely order a drink if you come here. I almost ordered a second americano to go. That's how good it was. I'm looking forward to my next visit! 5/5 would definitely recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 MaryClare F. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is really good. Casual breakfast joint- you order at the counter and take a seat either inside or out. Went with friends and we ordered a ton of different things. Stars of the show were the apple butter pancakes, biscuits, and the OMG breakfast. Fish tacos were super flavorful but the fish wasn’t warm which was disappointing. Definitely will have to come back next time I’m in Austin!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nicole S. 1 year ago on Google
    A great quick and casual lunch or coffee spot! It never disappoints! Their sandwiches and salads always hit. I got a half sandwich and salad combo on gluten free bread. It was great! Felt healthy and fresh, just what we were looking for! They have indoor, outdoor, and covered plant filled patio seating. It’s a very cool spot! The patio will be super nice in the Fall, we’ll be back for it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anthony (Beer Chronicle) G. 1 year ago on Google
    Great little neighborhood spot for fresh breakfast and brunch options. My wife and son loved every bit of it. Tacos were unique and delicious, and even the latte was really well done. A great spot overall!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sara T. 1 year ago on Google
    I wasn't overwhelmed. Certain things were good and some were not. Like. The coffee is a 5 🌟. However the people working are less than mediocre. Honestly it's like they could care less if you're there or not and asking for extra anything is such an inconvenience for them. That is a 2 star 🌟 for sure. Ok the food. We did get the apple pancakes which were really good. We also got the OMG breakfast. The plate is overwhelming and quite dry. The biscuit is the worst part. Just a hard dry lump. Don't serve it. The plate is missing a sauce or gravy for sure. The potatoes were nice and crispy and had good flavor but hard to eat cause they are so small. It wasn't the best dish I'm guessing. Overall get the coffee and get pancakes. The service alone would make me not go back. 😒
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melinda O. 4 months ago on Google
    Awesome spot! Good gluten free options. Accommodating staff. Very cute and quirky vibe. Can get really crowded on weekends. Recommend going on weekdays to get work done, avoid crowds, and find decent seating.

  • 4/5 Jennie J. 1 year ago on Google
    A highly recommended neighborhood joint for good breakfast and coffee. My iced mocha was good and I was so hungry I forgot to take a pic of my food. I had the classic breakfast with toast and the homemade jam. It was a very large plate of food for the price and was good. Holy home fries! If you like home fries this is the place for you. Staff were friendly, plenty of seating inside and out and a parking lot at the end of the block.

  • 4/5 CALAKO L. 6 months ago on Google
    The burrito was too much of one thing, but the migas are flavorful and tasty very good I highly recommend it. Vanilla coffee latte was rich in flavor, come here early morning before 8:30am you’ll get the best seating with the sunlight. Overall impressive small gem 💎 #NoCrimeHere

  • 5/5 Omar L. 7 months ago on Google
    This was a great spot. Just east of downtown Austin, it was a great place to stop for brunch. They have a daily special menu as well as a fantastic breakfast and lunch menu. They also have a coffee bar and make a horchata nitro brew, which was fantastic. They have an outside area and in door. The most outstanding item was that they have a free Narcan vending machine out in front. This shows that they are participating in combating the opioid epidemic that has plagued the USA. This is a great restaurant.

  • 4/5 Brittany B. 9 months ago on Google
    First time visiting on a Monday morning. It wasn't too busy but still bustling for a Monday. Outdoor seating is nice with lots of shade and big fans. There are no issues with flies. You order at the counter, and they bring the food to you, no waiter service. The food was pretty tasty. We tried the Hatch burger w fries, traditional American breakfast, vegan tacos, tortilla soup, and avocado toast. Everyone enjoyed their meal. The vegan tacos were so stuffed that they needed a second tortilla. We also ordered chai tea, matcha, lemonade, and a coffee. The total bill was around $65. Overall, we'd eat here again, but I'm not sure it would be worth a long wait. I understand now why reviews state not to walk around the area. It was a bit sketchy and parking was difficult. No kids' meals either, which is why I deducted a star. I don't see any reason not to offer some sort of kid option, considering they even have a small "kid" play area.

  • 5/5 Hedieh Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Cute little breakfast / Cafe. Our lattes were made perfectly. The Avocado toast was flavorful. The huevos rancheros were a favorite. Overall, the food was delicious.. very cute outside seating. Wouldn't recommend walking to this place unless you are familiar with the neighborhood.

  • 5/5 Bertuğ B. 1 year ago on Google
    Had the avocado toast with fried eggs (they don’t do poached eggs during the week I was told) and it was tummy. Didn’t come with any sides so I thought it would leave me hungry but it was very filling. Also had coffee, it was okay. The outdoor seating area is very cool and you can just take your laptop and work there. For me it didn’t really work I guess because we were sitting at the far end so the wifi was kinda off. The decor of the inside of the cafe is very cute, and so are the orange flowers that surround it. There’s a little play area in the yard for kids.

  • 5/5 Jacob W. 1 year ago on Google
    Great find! Cool old house converted to a coffee shop. Such a great peaceful setting. We had the breakfast tacos and burrito. Mmm mmm good! Food was out quick. Coffee is delicious too as we had a cortado and a mocha latte.

  • 5/5 Alisa R. 1 year ago on Google
    I love Cenote. Great food and amazing atmosphere. The patio is so lovely to sit and listen to live music. And these tacos are outstanding. I got one of each- fish, bahn mi, and carnitas. Each one was delicious.

  • 5/5 Mario R. 2 years ago on Google
    Cenote never disappoints! Great brunch spot with plenty of food options. Their coffee is great as well. I always go for the Migas breakfast. It’s so good, full of tortilla chips and avocado. The burrito is also very good. The place is pet friendly outside, but not allowed indoors so just be aware. Also, they only have mimosas for those of you who want to drink, so plan accordingly.

  • 5/5 Nicki U. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cool. Lots of space food and latte excellent. Dog friendly. Beautiful space indoor outdoor seating. Beer, wine and lots of other beverages available. Service is top notch, cream of the crop. Lovely lavender latte and some seasonal fall additions.


Call (512) 524-1311 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Braille menu
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Counter service
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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