Spokesman

Being a South Austinite I love me some close-to-home local options for a strong cup of coffee and this OG Spokesman location is so easy to pop in, grab a drink, and head out for work or about your day (orrrrrr stick around and hang out). The namesake tells you that this spot is a perfect cyclist stop and hangout. There is a large custom metal bicycle hanger you can pop your bike up on as you hang. I always appreciate seeing the hanger full of bicycles when I walk in and do my very best to not stare/admire the super attractive cyclists just hanging out with cute espresso cups in their hands. Whew! If I am early enough and they haven't sold out I love the Kerlaches offering of kolaches that they sell here especially the brisket or pulled pork options. I haven't tried much past those tasty kolaches but I believe they offer tacos maybe? Check the menus in front of the cashier to see what they have for the day. I love coming here when they have BYOV (Bring Your Own Vinyl) night where you are encouraged to bring your own record, choose A or B side to be played, and offer it up for all to listen. I have gone once and I loved sitting at the bar with a full glass of a crisp local Hefeweizen waiting for my record to be played.Parking always easy and service is friendly and fast. Shout out to the baristas and bartenders who kick tail and work late. I was surprised, appreciative, and support happy to see Spokesman was opened on Christmas Eve (until 3pm). It's always better to get local cup of joe.

I stopped here with friends to do some work on our laptops.I tried the seasonal flavor - Biscoff Latte.Honestly I love Biscoff so I was really excited to try it.The Biscoff crumbles on top sink to the bottom right away, I was hoping they dissolved into the coffee.The first couple of sips were good, but then my coffee got cold so fast.I think that even though the place has really high ceilings, the fans were going full speed (keep it mind it was raining outside), and therefore blowing on my coffee.Not only that, but also my eyes started feeling dry after a little bit I was there.Other than this, the coffee was good.One of my friends got the peppermint one and it was better than mine, and the other one tried the Cinnamon Chai and liked it.By the time I finished my coffee, all the crumbles were soaking at the bottom and the texture was not my favorite, tbh.There's also a section with a water fountain, spoons, sugar and much more.The atmosphere in the place is pleasant, they have a projector and a tv going and the bar seems perfect to go grab a couple drinks with a friend.I personally give the whole experience a 7 out of 10.

Love the vibes and it's a great place to work from....but the benches do be solid wood with no cushion Drinks are always yummy & I like the matcha latte with lavender syrup. Parking is always relatively easy at St. Elmo too.

First impression, the mug my coffee was served in was amazing. Nice and hot coffee. Handmade by roasters. Roastery in the house. Great service! Nice place to hole up. Little bit hipster area. Rustic modern vibe. Tesla is across the street, restaurants, & a winery.

If you're looking for an artsy fartsy coffee shop, look no further.The ambience is very charming and whimsical with really friendly customer service. I went there for the first time on Sunday with my spouse and was not disappointed. Their little bread buns filled with the brisket are absolutely delicious. They are so good in fact that I would honestly come there just for those alone. I also really appreciate that the lattes I ordered were not drowning in sugar. I got the lavender latte and my husband got the ginger latte. Both were delicious.The bathrooms were very clean and tidy. The chocolate they have near the cash register are very tasty as well. If you stop by, I recommend trying the little chocolates with the picture of a wine bottle on the front. It has a very nice rich, smoky flavor.Please take a look at my photos for a reference. I look forward to coming back.

Was in Austin with my wife for a medical conference and walked almost a mile to this coffee shop because I was desperate for a good latte. Nice atmosphere with plenty of seating and fast WiFi. The lattes were smooth, creamy, delicious, and consistent, a sign that all the baristas are well trained on the equipment and knowledgeable about various espresso drinks. Been to other coffee shops where the lattes varied wildly based on who served me that day. Austin knows BBQ and coffee.

I decided to come here since finding a place to work from in south Austin is really hard. I have been to their highland location and so I decided to come here. I got the pistachio matcha and it was interesting! Nothing against the barista I know what I was getting myself into when I ordered it. It definitely wasn't as loud or crowded as their Highland location, though I will say it felt a lot darker inside and they didn't have the AC running so it was getting really hot inside. Regardless okay place to get work done.

Spokesman is located at the yard district near south congress, and has a super austiny vibe with a cartoons and cereal type vibe. They have all kinds of coffee and beer with 20+ taps of rotating beverages. It really gives off a hipster vibe and host cool local art events the last Monday of each month.

This place was pretty lively (~4pm on a Saturday). Very crowded, loud, and jovial. The cashier/bar tenders were helpful/kind and pretty efficient. Due to the crowd, you do kind of have to push past people to actually find the line, but then it wasn't too long of a wait. This is not a 'chill, do some work, relax' kind of coffee shop. It was more of a hipster, everyone is talking loud, standing room only, party kind of vibe. Since this is Texas, and it is a place that is basically outdoors, it is hot. Pretty average place (3-stars), would recommend as a fun spot to meet up with friends!

Wow I'm bummed we didn't check out this place on our first day here in Austin. We are in town visiting family and stayed nearby. The drinks are absolutely delicious - I got a ginger vanilla and my husband got a caramel chocolate latte. The flavors are so subtle and creamy and it was just perfect. Right temperature, not too sweet, the way coffee should taste.Loved the artistic ambiance there. This building is part of a strip industrial shops where the outside is filled with graffiti art. There is a winery, whiskey bar and I think fried chicken shop in the same mall. Will def have to come back in the future and check out other shops.Service was great and fast, got recommendations from staff there which helped my selection from their menu. 5/5 will return next time in town!