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Civil Goat

Cafe Coffee roasters

Coffee, tea & pastries are served at this small, contemporary coffee shop with an on-site pet goat. People often mention coffee, delicious, goat, shop, good, great, spot, atmosphere, friendly,


Address

704 Cuernavaca Dr N, Austin, TX 78733

Website

www.civilgoat.com

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (286 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 8 AM to 3 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 3 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 3 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 3 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 3 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 3 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 3 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (22) delicious (9) goat (9) shop (7) good (7) great (7) spot (6) atmosphere (6) friendly (6)
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  • 5/5 Ashley B. 2 years ago on Google
    Civil Goat Coffee is my favorite coffee shop in the entire U.S. The wonderful team is down to earth, takes time to connect, makes the most delicious and pretty drinks, the avocado toast is literally THE BEST anywhere in the world. It’s a place to call home for a moment or a few hours, whether it’s solo or inviting friends and family to join you over a delicious cup of coffee and tasty eats. When a place is build with passion, hard work, love and with community in mind… that’s a foundational spot and energy you feel each visit, thank you for all y’all do!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zoe L. 5 months ago on Google
    How cute!!!! Nice coffee with cute goats. Cute experience! They offer different food options and would like to visit again.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 MARJ S. 2 years ago on Google
    Food and place both was good. They have a real goat to play with. The only reason that I gave them 3 stars is, they completely forgot our order. We waited for 30mins and when we asked them, they just said your ticket was lost. It is a small cafe, but it is busy. So I think they need to hire more people and be more organized.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sam P. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely one of my favorite coffee shops in Austin. They started here in this quirky neighborhood and their beans and coffee are A class. Highly recommended and worth the drive.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angela T. 3 years ago on Google
    Great little find! Food was amazing. Beverage was delicious. Perfect Austin atmosphere of the unknown yet pleasantly surprised. Great outdoor tables to just take a breath and soak up some winter sun! Tumblers specially made for them by Maya Blu Home. I ordered some! And YES they had a sweet goat to play with!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Grace B. 2 years ago on Google
    Most delicious chai tea I’ve ever had and delicious breakfast choices. It’s on the pricier side but you get quality.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cole W. 10 months ago on Google
    Great specialty coffee and delicious made-to-order food. While Butters and his new goat friend bring in folks from all over, this shop is renowned for its strong bond with its local regulars. If you come in frequently, you're bound to make friends with one of the welcoming baristas.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jennie J. 1 year ago on Google
    The original of 3 locations, they roast the coffee on site. The drive into lake way is beautiful. Very friendly staff, attention to detail and lovely atmosphere. The new deck outside offers a lot of seating and shade. Great spot to relax or get some work done. Butters the goat is out around noon everyday he was in a pen. They canned cold brew for me fresh on the spot. There’s about 15 parking spots but seems like enough for the area. If you live in the area this will be your new favorite local coffee shop.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arda K. 1 year ago on Google
    Cute little coffee shop with great atmosphere and friendly staff. They literally have a goat 🐐 as part of the staff, hence the name of the place. I had almond coffee ☕️ and it was great! Next time I sure will try their pastries and desserts, as I had to drool by looking at others 😅 Great place to come alone, casual meetings or with family.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris Y. 1 year ago on Google
    I visited on a Saturday afternoon and enjoyed a delicious cortado / purchased a bag of their freshly roasted Guatemalan beans. Super friendly people, chill vibe, amazing coffee! I’ll be going back for sure. A++
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 April D. 9 months ago on Google
    Simply the best! The staff are kind and knowledgeable, the atmosphere is great for working on weekdays or lounging on weekends, and the coffee will blow your mind. Every other coffee shop is now ruined for me, but luckily this treasure isn’t going anywhere (as evidenced by their expansion to two additional locations without losing a drop of authenticity!). Can’t believe the luck of the Cuerny neighborhood having this in their backyard. Spend an hour here watching the comings and goings and you’ll get it—a true local’s paradise.

  • 4/5 Mitchell H. 5 months ago on Google
    Fantastic coffee. Well designed intimate space. Food is hit or miss. Goats are cute and the music is lovely! The croissant sandwich was delicious. Soft scramble for the eggs was overall under seasoned. And the waffles? Dry. No butter included. No comment on the açaí bowls as we didn’t have them. Either way you’re spending ~$40 with tip for coffee/lunch for two. That’s a bit steep. Go for the coffee but skip the food!

  • 5/5 Suzanne S. 5 months ago on Google
    Love the coffee and the food is good, great atmosphere with the goats! They do get backed up quickly, so order right away! Our cinnamon toast order fell through the cracks and took almost an hour to get, but it was a beautiful day and we enjoyed being outside. The staff works hard!

  • 4/5 Stephanie J. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was delicious as was the coffee; service was excellent too. My only grievance was the lack of parking and general space indoors.

  • 5/5 Marc F. 1 year ago on Google
    Earthenware mugs, cozy space, outdoor area with a chicken. Lovely spot.

  • 5/5 Melissa O. 1 year ago on Google
    My chocolate mocha was great, I’m picky about my coffee but this is some of the best I’ve had in Austin. Staff was very friendly and service was quick

  • 4/5 S F. 1 year ago on Google
    Coffee is always great which is why I go back. Food is good too but pricey. Most benches and seating out back are damaged and not comfortable. Hopefully they can update. Inside is a good place to relax when seating is available. The goat is a great photo op but ‘uncivil’ (head butts for a donut) don’t hate just be cautious.

  • 4/5 Kelly Michael S. 1 year ago on Google
    Quaint coffee shop with a real live goat as it’s mascot. Temperature inside was warm and seating is limited. I loved my cold brew coffee but cup size was very small. Overall a good spot!

  • 5/5 wendy r. 2 years ago on Google
    my friend and i shared the thunderbird açaí bowl and totally forgot what the toast we got was called but it was all so good. butters is kinda a jerk but it’s a fun vibe being in his presence

  • 5/5 Pauline W. 2 years ago on Google
    Every time I visit Austin Texas I can’t wait to visit the quaint coffee shop, Civil Goat Coffee! The service is quick and so friendly! I especially love the goat who roams their grounds! The atmosphere is relaxing and almost feels like I am at home!

  • 5/5 Dylan G. 2 years ago on Google
    Unique spot! They have a friendly goat that hangs out there. Avocado toast was good and so was my London fog!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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