Welcome to Red River Cafe
At Red River Cafe, located in the heart of Austin near the University of Texas, we celebrate a rich tradition of comfort food and community. Known for its cozy diner atmosphere, our menu features classic breakfast dishes like fluffy French toast, hearty omelets, and satisfying pancakes, perfect for fueling your day. With a commitment to quality ingredients and friendly service, we have become a cherished spot for locals and visitors alike. Whether you're enjoying a delicious meal on our shaded patio or inside our quaint dining area, Red River Cafe invites you to savor the flavors and warmth of our Austin charm.
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2912 Medical Arts St, Austin, TX 78705, United States Hotline:
Welcome to Red River Cafe, a delightful gem situated at 2912 Medical Arts St, Austin, TX. This cozy cafe is a favorite among both locals and visitors, especially those exploring the nearby University of Texas campus. With its inviting diner atmosphere, Red River Cafe has garnered praise for its delicious breakfast and brunch offerings, making it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a satisfying meal in Austin.
One of the standout features of Red River Cafe is its diverse menu, which caters to a variety of tastes. From hearty omelets like the Southern Bell—a scrumptious blend of bell pepper, jalapeño, black beans, and more—to the satisfying Classic Breakfast options featuring Chopped Steak & Eggs or the flavorful New York Strip Steak & Eggs, there’s something to please every palate.
The cafe also offers an array of French Toast, Pancakes, and More, including their famed Full Stack pancakes. Guests rave about the fluffy pancakes and the delightful French toast combos, all served with high-quality ingredients and a side of delicious coffee. Many patrons have left glowing reviews, highlighting the friendly service provided by a hardworking staff that truly makes you feel at home.
- Highlights from Customer Reviews:
- Elias B. Olivo describes Red River Cafe as a "must visit" with "top tier" French toast and fantastic service.
- Lisa Brown appreciates the friendly service and the quaint diner feel, perfect for a relaxed dining experience.
- Josh praises the welcoming atmosphere and mentions the good coffee, ideal for a quick walk with a cup in hand.
- Tricia Valadez notes the good food and happy hour, suggesting a “cool vibe” that invites return visits.
In addition to its enticing menu, the cafe features a shaded patio and a small dining area, welcoming families and individuals alike, even those with pets. Whether you’re savoring a delicious Avocado Toast topped with your choice of ingredients or enjoying a hearty scramble, you’ll find that Red River Cafe delivers quality and flavor in every bite.
Whether you're a long-time patron or a first-time visitor, Red River Cafe promises a wonderful dining experience steeped in the vibrant culinary culture of Austin. Be sure to stop by for a delightful meal that will leave you eager for a return visit!
This place is a must visit if ever at UT or visiting! Took the day off, and took the family to Austin to see the Capitol and The UT grounds. Looked up great places to eat and we were so glad to have found this Gem in the Wall! Food was very delicious and tasted great, coffee was delicious, and French Toast with sausage and scrambled eggs were TOP TIER! Our waitress Cindy was outstanding with her superb customer service and is a very hard worker! If ever up here again, will definitely stop by and enjoy the goods again! Our 6 hour trip was very worth the drive!
Stopped here for a late lunch after our visit to LBJ Presidential library. The food was very good, the service was very friendly, and the prices were reasonable. Fair warning-the parking is very limited and it's a small building with a quaint small diner feel, so it's not a place for huge groups or tons of people at one time, but it was very relaxed, clean, and a great experience. Would definitely recommend.
Really good omelette bacon, cheddar, and avocado, with English muffins. Other plate scramble with bacon and sausage, black beans with English muffin. Good coffee also. I was looking for a small local restaurant and this was a great option. We were staying downtown Austin not a far drive and prices are reasonable.
This is such a welcoming and dependable place for breakfast or coffee. They have a small dining room, bar seats, and a shaded patio. It's a quick walk from campus or from St David's hospital. I loved my veggie omelet and toast, and the coffee was good enough to stop by just for that. To walk to with your coffee, there is also a small city park a couple blocks west with an adorable Eeyor sculpture and bridges over the creek. They have a small parking lot and street parking is available nearby.
Off the beaten trail but still right around campus! Great diner menu. They are dog friendly!!!!! There is an outside patio. This is a smaller restaurant but they were able to seat our party of 4 families. We had called ahead. Patrons arriving were seated- no wait on a busy sorority weekend. The food was delicious and freshly prepared. They were able to split our checks with no fuss. And did I say mimosas- 1/2 off on Sundays?
Really great cafe near the UT area. Inside and outside area, good food, weekend specials, and happy hour. It's nothing fancy but it sure gets the job done. Really cool vibe, can't wait to go back and try more items.
This place has been around forever and a favorite breakfast hangout for the UT crowds. They also have great lunches. We tried the tortillas soup with a turkey club and a Texas burger. All were delicious. Service was good and the place had an austin vibe. Seating indoors and outdoors. I have been a patron here for over 20 years and it never disappoints. Highly recommend.
New favorite breakfast spot in Austin after living downtown for 3 years. The service was great with a small welcoming diner atmosphere. The classic breakfast plates and pancakes were delicious! Highly recommend this spot as a must try for local cozy breakfast.