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Bouldin Creek Cafe

4.7 (4424 reviews)
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Blueberry Cornbread

Mentioned multiple times as a great treat and the best cornbread ever, highly recommended with special house pesto and vegan butter.

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Tofu Omelette

Loved by several reviewers for its amazing taste with spinach, mushrooms, and walnut pesto sauce, making it a favorite vegan breakfast option.

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Avocado Toast

Recommended as part of a fantastic variety of dishes; noted for its deliciousness and fitting well with the local artsy vibe.

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Lady Bird Salad

Praised for being huge and filled with fresh local produce, making it a healthy and satisfying choice.

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Oven Cake Breakfast

A must-try for those craving buttery, salty classic breakfast flavors, highly recommended by regular customers.

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Pasta Margherita

Recommended especially for vegans missing creamy pasta or alfredo sauce, noted for satisfying that craving.

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La Doña

Highly recommended for those who enjoy grilled cheese flavors, tasty and well-liked by patrons.

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Zucchini Migas

Noted as a great breakfast dish, enjoyed alongside other favorites like warm cinnamon roll and pistachio rose matcha latte.

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Tofu Scramble

Mentioned as particularly good and part of the great brunch options available at the cafe.

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Veggie Burger Sandwich

Considered one of the best vegetarian sandwiches in Austin, enjoyed with other sandwiches and vegan queso.

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Spicy Pesto

Frequently praised for its fantastic flavor, included among various well-liked dishes like chalupa and massiman curry.

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Mushroom Fajitas

Recommended for lunch or dinner, appreciated for its taste and vegan-friendly preparation.

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Double Chocolate Brownie a la Mode

Described as a delicious dessert, often enjoyed alongside drinks and praised for its indulgent flavor.

Location details

1900 S 1st St, Austin, Texas, 78704, US

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Hours

Monday 8 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday 8 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday 8 AM to 10 PM
Thursday 8 AM to 10 PM
Friday 8 AM to 11 PM
Saturday 8 AM to 11 PM
Sunday 8 AM to 10 PM

About Bouldin Creek Cafe

Eco-friendly, bohemian cafe offering hearty meatless meals, coffees & a rotating monthly art show.

Amenities & services

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Usually somewhat difficult to find a space

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Frequently asked questions

What is Bouldin Creek Cafe known for?

It is best known for its vegan and vegetarian comfort food, especially the jackfruit curry, cornbread, and migas that reviewers repeatedly call out. People also mention the chipotle pesto and other fresh, filling dishes, with many saying the food feels flavorful and satisfying for the $10–20 price range.

What dishes are most recommended at Bouldin Creek Cafe?

Reviewers most often recommend the jackfruit curry, cornbread, migas, avocado toast, scrambled tofu, the Tostada lunch plate, and the Lady Bird salad. The vegan queso, chickpea salad sandwich, and lavender mocha also come up as standout orders, with comments that the portions are filling and the ingredients taste fresh.

What is the atmosphere like at Bouldin Creek Cafe?

The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, trendy, and artsy, with local artwork and a lively Austin feel. It works well for solo dining, groups, and casual meetups, and reviewers mention both indoor seating and a patio or outdoor area.

Is Bouldin Creek Cafe good value, and what is the price range?

The cafe is in the $10–20 range, and reviewers often describe the prices as normal or fair for the quality and portion size. Several notes mention filling plates like the Tostada lunch plate, plus tip being built into the bill, which helps explain the overall value.

What should I know about wait times and the best time to go?

Reviewers say Bouldin Creek Cafe is a popular spot and there is usually a wait, especially around brunch hours like 10am on a Sunday. If you go at a busy time, expect a short table wait, but service is often described as fast and attentive once seated.

Is parking available at Bouldin Creek Cafe?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.

Does Bouldin Creek Cafe have vegetarian options?

Yes, Bouldin Creek Cafe offers vegan options.

Is Bouldin Creek Cafe kid-friendly?

Yes, Bouldin Creek Cafe is good for kids.

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