Phoebe's Diner

This was an unexpected delight for my family and I, we had a quick trip to Austin for the weekend and took a walk that lead to Aranza and the team at Phoebe's. The service Aranza gave was warm, welcoming and just comfortable all around. The food, WOW, that was unexpected fun and flavorful to say the least. I don't recall the last time I was so full from breakfast I had to try everyone's and they tried mine. The bevs were a nice touch too. The team reflected Aranza's initial zeal and smile can't wait to go back might have a special trip just to try lunch!

I visited Phoebe's Diner for Sunday brunch before flying out of Austin. It was just a fifteen-minute walk from my hotel. I joined the Yelp Waitlist but when I arrived, I saw that the restaurant was packed with lots of people waiting outside. I was worried I would have to wait a while, but to my surprise, they were able to seat me at the bar right away.The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I opted for the migas with side of fruit and side of avocado as well as an iced coffee (Café Du Monde Vietnamese). The migas comes with hatch chile hollandaise, scrambled eggs, onion, tomato, Hatch chiles, crispy masa cake, cotija cheese, and cilantro and served with crispy red potatoes... It was exactly what I was looking for! It was flavorful and very filling. I struggled to finish it, especially with my fruit and avocado which complemented the migas. The Vietnamese iced coffee was sweet and creamy. I don't usually indulge in sweet coffees so it was a little treat!Highly recommend checking out Phoebe's Diner if visiting Austin and also highly recommend joining the Yelp Waitlist ahead of time!

went here with my ex bestfriend to get some brunch one day. Originally we were going to go to another location but it was completely packed, we couldn't even find parking anywhere close to it, so we decided to come to this location and I am glad we did. Although we did have to pay to park since we were downtown, it wasn't as busy and we were able to get seated immediately. I ordered a mimosa, I cant remember what flavor but I believe it was blood orange. It was pretty good. Good enough to order more than one, lol. Then for entree I got the shrimp and grits with a side of bacon. I mostly ordered it because I love shrimp and grits and reading the descriotions of theirs, I was intrigues because it was not the style of shrimp and grits I was used to. I love to try new different things, so I was sold. The grits are made with goat cheese which intrigued me instantly. It also has mushrooms, corn, chorizo, shrimp, and green chile hollandaise sauce. Although I was kind of skeptical about the flavor profile while reading, I was pleasantly surprised by how everything just works well together. It was honestly a really good bowl of shrimp and grits and I was not disappointed. The bacon was also very thick and good good portion sizes. The only thing I ordered that I didnt care too much for was the hasbrown casserole. I think it was just too soft and mushy and the flavor was odd. Needed some texture to it. However, I really enjoyed the ambiance here, they were playing some good hits and everyone just had great positive energy. I would recommend this place to anybody looking for some good breakfast in Austin for sure!

What can't I say about Phoebe's Diner: staff was extremely friendly and accommodating, restaurant was clean and inviting, and food was amazing! I went by myself on Saturday afternoon and even though it was very busy, I was sat within 5 minutes at 2-person booth. I knew what I wanted to order since I had looked at the reviews and quickly put my order in for the Fried Chicken and Grits, and French Toast. Both were delicious but the must get item is the Fried Chicken and Grits; so nicely balanced with the spice, sweetness, and savory. (I added whipped cream and strawberries to my French toast for an up-charge but wasn't worth it) They started to get a little less busy so I pulled out a little solo game while I finished my food and the staff never rushed me. I took half of my food to go and it was very tasty the next day! Can't wait to come back and bring friends

Absolutely looooved eating here, what a great experience. The service was incredible, and everything was so delicious. Biscuits were so tasty, tater tots were great, and the cornbread with apple butter and habanero jam was amazing. I was a little concerned when they had "goat cheese grits" but they were actually so so good and I would eat several bowls of them if given the chance. Our waiter even let us have a taster of the grits before ordering which was so sweet. Will be coming back without a doubt

Phoebe's Cafe is a solid choice for breakfast in downtown Austin. The service is quick, and the staff is friendly, so you're not waiting around long. The food is really good all around, nothing too crazy, but you're always going to get a solid meal. Not everything's perfect, but for the most part, it's hard to go wrong with most of the menu. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or settling in for a leisurely breakfast, it's a reliable spot that's definitely worth stoping by to check out.

Heard about Phoebe's as a primo brunch spot for years since living in Austin and surprised to be writing about bland and forgettable food for much too high of a price. We were able to walk in and request a table, without a reservation around 2pm on a Saturday during the Texas Book Festival. We ordered the Brisket Benny which had no seasoning and a huge lack of flavor unfortunately. The biscuit was extremely dry and the brisket meat on top was overcooked. The best part of this dish was the side of hash brown casserole, which was super wet in contrast, but had some salt flavor. We also ordered the Fried Green Tomato BLT which was good, but the bread got soggy super fast so we mostly ate the inside parts. The tater tots were crispy, but again nothing here seemed to be seasoned with anything. I got a Vietnamese coffee that was the best part of the meal experience as it was done well and my partner got drip coffee. For the prices, a $14.99 sandwich the bread should be toasted and for a $15.99 brisket biscuit it should have flavor and not be overcooked in all its parts. Our server was wonderful, checked in plenty of times, kept us updated, answered our questions thoughtfully, and brought our items as soon as he could. This location definitely has more of a sports bar vibe to it. Lots of tvs with news and sports on with pop music playing fairly loudly, and quite a few families with young kids or babies at the time.

Wow, I have ordered from this restaurant on a delivery app known for its BOGOs on Migas, Badass Bacon and Eggs, and Chicken Biscuit but this was my second time in person. Last time, I sat at a very uncomfortable table but this time I sat at the bar. The coffee was adequate but the staff's attention was insanely good. My best friend and I split the Crab Benedict as an appetizer and it was pretty good. I wouldn't order it again at its price point but it was nicely prepared with perfectly cooked asparagus. The star of the show was the Cheeky Monkey. I don't know how to explain it -- something like crispy, gooey, crunchy, soft, runny perfection. The sage sausage gravy was so good, my friend used some on her Fried Chicken and Grits. She enjoyed her Bloody Mary, too. If I could get the same two women as servers every time, I'd be back in person. Here's to you, Phoebe's Diner. I see what you're capable of!

Great place for a tasty and filling breakfast - chocolate pancakes for me and Migas for my partner. And the conversation and insightful Austin hiking suggestions from our waitress were a great starter for our day!

Great service and good food. Ample size portions ensure you don't leave hungry. It was a great find and a neighborhood gem.