6 Best Brunches in East Austin
From classic patio spots to vegan fare, the Eastside raises the bar on brunch in Austin.
Words by Deven Wilson Photo by Mica McCook
If anything gets this easygoing city moving on the weekends, it’s brunch. Perfectly timed to greet the late risers with bottomless mimosas and huevos rancheros to bring our denizens back to life, nowhere do the flavors and service shine quite like in East Austin.
Brunch Bird
Like the well-worn softness of a flannel, Brunch Bird balances out the rugged grit of Buzzmill’s latest outpost on the Eastside by challenging the egg dependence found in the brunch scene. Brunch Bird serves up a full menu of vegan and plant-based options, even down to their Bloody Mary. It’s overloaded with bacon, chicken tenders, wings, and a bloody mary mix, and it’s all vegan, naturally.
brunchbird.com | 1209 E 7th St.
Suerte
Our rising classic for incredible interior Mexican is ready to take over as your go-to spot for shaking off the Sunday scaries with style. With the fragrance of the fresh heirloom corn tortillas, with housemade masa, and the interior Mexico touches, Suerte sweeps guests off their feet and takes care of every detail while brunching the day away.
Read more about Suerte here…
suerteatx.com | 1800 E 6th St.
Kinda Tropical
Is anything more of a tribute to the vernacular of the Eastside than a dashing gas station housing a lush brunch spot? Kinda Tropical is totally where time slows down, and a foodie paradise rests on their patio. Whataburger can eat their heart out once you bite into their take on the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit. Paired with an Agent Cooper’s Dream (cold brew & bourbon), brunch inside a gas station will sound kinda great.
Read more about Kinda Tropical here…
kindatropical.com | 3501 E 7th St.
Sawyer & Co.
Paying tribute to a former Austin legend, Sawyer & Co’s Googie diner’s a total trip. The level of mid-century energy captured inside feels like a savory and sweet step back in time. With no shortage of Louisiana comfort food to take over the linoleum table top, expect to waddle away happier that you ordered their Banana Fosters French Toast or Crawfish Étouffée.
Read more about Sawyer & Co. here…
sawyerand.co | 4827 E Cesar Chavez St.
Yellow Jacket Social Club
There’s an air about the place that feels like this dive bar’s been around since the first moon towers cropped up, but their brunch is as timely as ever. Beyond their picnic fare, you can try their take on a Croque monsieure/madame with their Mister, a smoked ham & gruyère panini with béchame and over easy egg. Or try their French toast made with date bread pudding and a cognac custard.
Read more about Yellow Jacket Social Club here…
yellowjacketsocialclub.com | 1704 E 5th St.
Cherrywood Coffeehouse
It only makes sense that this homey neighborhood hangout offers up a cozy, soulful brunch menu. Familiar offerings of biscuits and gravy, eggs Benedict, and shrimp and grits grace the special menu available only on the weekends from 10am to 3pm. For super fans of their daily breakfast plates and tacos–no fear! They are also available during brunch hours. Bring the whole gang and spread out in the spacious outdoor seating area and enjoy the atmosphere of an Austin classic.
Read more about Cherrywood Coffeehouse here…
cherrywoodcoffeehouse.com | 1400 E 38th-1/2 St.
Oseyo Chimaek Sunday
If the fried chicken on Sunday options feels lacking, Oseyo’s stepping up to bat with their take on KFC: Korean Fried Chicken. Offering baskets with three to six pieces of twice-fried chicken and a side of waffle fries, it might be the only KFC you ever seek out again. Does the Colonel even serve soju with his fried chicken? Read more about Oseyo here…
oseyoaustin.com/chimaek-sundays | 1628 E Cesar Chavez St.
