Restaurants, Bars & Coffee in South Congress
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Restaurants, Bars & Coffee in South Congress, checked by People of Austin. Every restaurant, bar, coffee shop, bakery and food truck we have checked, sorted by neighborhood so you can pick something near you. Filter by cuisine, patio, kid-friendly or reservations, and look for the Reserve badge when you need a table tonight.
Torchy's Tacos
The SoCo shop is the busiest of the Austin-born chain, cranking out Trailer Park tacos and queso to a line of tourists and locals alike.
Home Slice Pizza
The SoCo original slings New York-style pies from a walk-up window until late, and the eggplant-parm sub is the sleeper hit on the menu.
Amy's Ice Creams
Scoopers toss Mexican vanilla and mix-ins with theatrical flair at the SoCo shop of Austin's homegrown ice cream chain, open late for post-dinner walks.
Jo's Coffee
The walk-up coffee stand beside the 'i love you so much' mural pours iced turbos to a steady stream of SoCo strollers and their dogs.
Guero's Taco Bar
A 1920s feed store turned taco bar with an oak-shaded garden stage, where al pastor tacos and margaritas have anchored SoCo since the early '90s.
Perla's Seafood & Oyster Bar
Gulf oysters, lobster rolls and a breezy oak-shaded patio make this the go-to SoCo splurge for a long lunch that turns into happy hour.
June's All Day
A corner cafe from the McGuire Moorman group with a master sommelier's wine list, cheeseburgers and a bistro breakfast from morning till late.
Magnolia Cafe
'Sorry, we're open' says the sign at this South Congress diner, where gingerbread pancakes and Mag Mud queso have fed night owls for decades.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
The SoCo original of the Austin-born burger chain grinds its beef in-house and bakes its buns daily; the Terlingua chili burger is the local order.
Ego's
A subterranean South Congress karaoke dive with strong drinks and a beat-up stage where anyone can grab the mic.
Habana Restaurant & Bar
A long running Cuban spot on lower South Congress with mojitos, ropa vieja and a warm neighborhood-restaurant feel that predates the strip's trendier arrivals.
The Meteor
A low key South Congress bar with a good jukebox and a crowd that treats it like a living room, tucked among the avenue's boutiques and taco spots.
Taste of Ethiopia II
A family run Ethiopian kitchen on far South Congress serving injera platters of doro wat and vegetarian combos meant for sharing with your hands.
El Borrego De Oro
A South Congress standby for birria and barbacoa by the pound, the kind of family run counter spot regulars swear by for weekend breakfast tacos.
Gelato Paradiso
Small batch gelato made fresh daily on South Congress, with rotating flavors like pistachio and stracciatella scooped from a tidy walk up counter.
Aviator Pizza & Drafthouse
A far South Congress pizzeria with a 21 tap wall of local Texas beer and a laid back room built for a slice and a pint after work.
Two Hands
An Australian import on South Congress serving acai bowls, avocado toast and matcha lattes to a brunch line that spills onto the sidewalk on weekends.
The Salty Donut
A Miami born donut shop with a South Congress outpost known for brioche donuts in flavors like guava cheese and salted caramel.
Aba
A polished Mediterranean restaurant on South Congress with a rooftop patio, wood fired vegetables and a hummus program locals genuinely debate over.
Teal House Coffee and Bakery
A South Congress coffee shop and bakery with a case of scratch made pastries and a bright patio good for a slow morning.
Papalote Taco House
South First neighborhood taqueria serving hearty breakfast tacos and plates in a bright, unpretentious dining room.
El Chilito
South First taco counter dishing out puffy tacos and queso in a converted gas station with a lively patio.
Gourdough's
The original giant fried-donut trailer that helped put Austin's food truck scene on the map, still serving decadent toppings.
Neighborhood Sushi
A tiny South Congress sushi counter praised for careful, seasonal nigiri that expanded to Dallas while keeping its Austin original going strong.
Kapow Thai Flying Saucer
A playful South Congress newcomer slinging wok-fired Thai classics and pad see ew under a flying-saucer sign.
Only The Wild Ones
An outdoor listening bar on South Congress built around a custom hi-fi sound system, with natural wine and small bites under the trees.
Equipment Room
A hushed cocktail den inspired by Japanese listening bars, tucked inside the Music Lane development off South Congress.
Toasty Badger
A 1970s-themed diner on South Congress slinging fluffy pancakes and all-day breakfast in a retro dining room.
Lucky Robot Japanese Kitchen
A Nikkei kitchen on South Congress blending sushi rolls with hot Japanese-Peruvian dishes in a lively room.
The Little Darlin'
A family-friendly bar and restaurant near South Congress with a huge patio, backyard games, and a laid-back beer list.
Happy hours in South Congress
| Venue | Days | Hours | Deals | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Robot Japanese KitchenSouth Congress | SMTWTFS Today |
4:30pm to 6pm | Half off select sake, wine, sashimi, nigiri and menu items; $45 5-course chef's tasting; cocktails $9 and under Low-carb lane: sashimi, wine by the glass |
Press-confirmed source |
| Hopdoddy Burger Bar (South Congress)South Congress · Same deal at Mueller, Triangle, Anderson Lane, Plaza Saltillo, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander and Pflugerville locations | SMTWTFS |
3pm to 6pm | Half off cocktails, beer, wine and sliders Low-carb lane: wine by the glass |
Venue-confirmed source |
| Habana Restaurant & BarSouth Congress | SMTWTFS Today |
3pm to 6pm | $7 cocktails, $3 off frozen drinks, $1 off beer, $3 off wine, $1-$2 off small bites Low-carb lane: wine by the glass |
Press-confirmed source |
| Torchy's Tacos (Hooky Hour)South Congress · Chain-wide; offers may vary by location | SMTWTFS Today |
2pm to 5pm | Half-price house margaritas, beer and mocktails; discounted appetizers | Press-confirmed source |
| Güero's Taco BarSouth Congress · Large oak-shaded patio; family dining | SMTWTFS Today |
3pm to 6pm | $5.50 classic margaritas, $2.25 off signature margaritas and $1 off domestic and imported beer | Press-confirmed source |
| June's All DaySouth Congress · Venue site lists Mon-Fri 3-5pm; ATX FYI (2026) lists daily 4-6pm with 25% off food and $2 off other drinks, so confirm before going. | SMTWTFS Today |
3pm to 5pm | 25% off all wine bottles; Mon from 5pm to close 50% off sparkling wine Low-carb lane: wine bottles, sparkling wine |
Venue-confirmed source |
| AbaSouth Congress · Do512 says it applies at any of their bars; ATX Weekly flags this entry for recheck. | SMTWTFS Today |
4pm to 6pm | $7 select wine pours, $5 beer, $9 select specialty cocktails, discounted bites Low-carb lane: wine by the glass |
Press-confirmed source |
| Perla's Seafood & Oyster BarSouth Congress · Two 2026 guides agree on Tue-Fri 3-5:30pm; another lists Mon-Fri 3-6pm. | SMTWTFS Today |
3pm to 5:30pm | $2 off draft beer, specialty cocktails and wine by the glass Low-carb lane: wine by the glass |
Press-confirmed source |
| Hotel San Jose Courtyard LoungeSouth Congress · Hours from hotel site; deals from 2026 ATX FYI. Also a nightly late happy hour after 9pm. | SMTWTFS |
2pm to 6pm | $3 off cocktails, $8 micheladas, half off snacks Low-carb lane: cocktails, micheladas |
Venue-confirmed source |
| Joann's Fine FoodsSouth Congress · Single 2026 source (ATX Weekly updated Aug 28 2026). | SMTWTFS |
3pm to 6pm | $5 Tommy margaritas, half-priced appetizers; Mon all night adds $5 crispy beef tacos Low-carb lane: margaritas |
Press-confirmed source |