Magnolia Cafe

Magnolia Cafe

4.5 (7223 reviews) Breakfast Score™ 81.5 Open now
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1920 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA

(512) 445-0000

http://magnoliacafeaustin.com/

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Hours

Monday 12:05 AM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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Reviews

  • Fırat Lokman
    ★ 5

    Magnolia Cafe is one of those classic Austin spots that never disappoints. I tried the shredded beef omelette, and it was honestly the highlight of the meal. Everything tasted fresh and well-seasoned, and the omelette was cooked perfectly.

    The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and a great place to sit down and enjoy a slow breakfast. Service was friendly and quick, even when the place was busy.

  • Tracy Berthelson
    ★ 5

    We were visiting Texas and stopped here because we saw them on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives a long time ago and we have the DDD books. The staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The food was delicious! The atmosphere is cozy and comfortable! The prices are very reasonable! If you are in the area, definitely check them out!

  • J Chaney
    ★ 5

    Everything was just great!!! The wait was only a few minutes! Our Server was excellent! They really made our visit enjoyable! The food great 9 out of 10 !!
    The parking is the only thing I would want to change!,

  • Katy Oian
    ★ 4

    It was a 30min wait around 10am on a Sunday morning, not terrible for one of the main bunch spots on South Congress. Plus free coffee with a bar out back, and a gift shop next door full of fun quirky things. Their intercom system makes it very easy to hear your name, regardless of where you go while waiting.

    Apparently it operates like a diner, with 24 hour take out, and has a extensive menu of everything under the sun. So huge that it was a little difficult to navigate to the multiple brunch sections, but great that its very non-gluten/vegan friendly.

    We started off with the Mag Mud (chips + queso/bean/avo dip). Chips were OK, but cheese was so warm & tasty... but it was a huge portion that doesn't work well as leftovers, and not something I couldn't make at home.

    We also ordered a Love Migas (tofu scramble with spicy garlic sauce + tortilla) and a Egg Zapatino (eggs & cheese on english muffin + potatos). I was a little disappointed in my scramble, partly full from chips, and partly because alot of the ingredients & southwest flavors were similar to the appetizer. Plus I could barely taste the spicy garlic at all.

    Husband seemed to enjoy his Zapatino alot more, but wasn't able to finish his meal either. I snagged some potato, seasonings good but a bit mushy for my taste.

    Milk was fine, but waiter seemed a bit confused when I ordered it? Do adults not drink milk anymore...

    Overall a decent and made me physically full, but I must have ordered the wrong combination and wasn't impressed by anything either. Good thing there's alot to try.

  • Nat S
    ★ 5

    Phenomenal place! Don't have to worry about parking if its slower since they have a small parkinglot next to the building, which was already a treat. Then when we got in, the people were extremely nice and quick with their service!
    I ordered the Queso & Chips & Salsa, and was baffled by how much queso they gave when most places would give you only half that amount. And it was so good! My sister and I kept joking how we should stop eating it so we had room for our entrees but just couldn't put down the chips.
    Then for the entrees, she got the croissantwich, which with the jam was so freaking good. I got the voodoo burger (which I included a picture of) which was so mouth wateringly good. It wasnt too spicy and just had a small kick due to the spices.
    After the meal, my sister and I absolutely agreed to go back since everything was awesome.

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