Wednesday, July 4, 2012

Top 5 Coffee Shops!

Austin Java - 4 ****
1608 Barton Springs Road • (512) 482.9450
http://www.austinjava.com/

Austin Java has 7 locations throughout Austin, but the surprising sprawling Barton Springs coffee spot is conveniently close to downtown without the parking headache. AJ has a full menu with everything from omelets to sandwiches that beat Starbucks’ grab and go any day. Great for a business meeting with good coffee choices, ample seating and various eats.

Parking: Convenient, garage with tickets validated by your server
Area: Barton Springs


Caffé Medici - 4.5 ****
1101 West Lynn • 512.524.5049 • http://caffemedici.com/

Café Medici’s coffee is rivaled by few, and the only drawback to their convenient Clarksville location is the limited parking. CM has that unique Austin vibe, and discounts your order if you pay with cash. Their fresh French press brew alone is worth the visit.

Parking: Limited lot, street parking
Area: West Lynn/Clarksville


Jo’s - 3.5 ***
242 West Second Street • (512) 469.9003
http://joscoffee.com/

Jo’s Coffee’s downtown location is right in the mix of the re-urbanization of 2nd Street. With a menu of varied coffee and eats, it’s a good option if you want to visit a spot that is somewhat unique but still has the convenience of downtown. The indoor seating area is somewhat dark and un-invigorating, but the outdoor patio is ample and great for people watching.

Parking: street parking
Area: 2nd Street District


Quack’s Bakery/Coffeehouse - 4 ****
411 R. 43rd Street • (512) 453.3399 • http://www.quacksbakery.com/

Quack’s is a Hyde Park gem, somewhat off the beaten path from downtown, but a great in-between stop if you need a central meeting place. Great coffee and a great bakery selection – the cookies are a must!

Parking: Plenty, lot parking
Area: Hyde Park


Mozart’s - 4.5 ****
3825 Lake Austin Blvd. • (512) 477.2900
www.mozartscoffee.com/

Mozart’s is an old Austin favorite, with a great location right on Lake Austin. Friendly staff, a great coffee selection and sweet treats, it has ample indoor and outdoor seating. If you need a meeting spot convenient to downtown but want to enjoy the best of Austin’s outdoors and your coffee, Mozart’s is your place.

Parking: Limited lot
Area: Lake Austin

Provided by: Erin Bettison, CPSM, LEED GA - Austin Commercial

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