Best French Bakery in Lake Austin

"It’s a vegetarian restaurant, but you won’t really be able to tell when you’re indulging in all the hearty, filling, super tasty breakfast items at Bouldin Creek Cafe. This place has been around forever and is a South Austin classic. WEBSITE | 1900 S 1st St"

"If you’re looking for the best cheap vegan restaurants in Austin, the menu features a range of cuisine styles and flavors, all available for anywhere from $5-15. Saving the planet never tasted so good!. Featured Image Credit: Koriente on Facebook"

"Bouldin Creek Cafe is a casual indoor/outdoor coffee shop meets restaurant serves up some dang good non-meat fixins. If you get there in the morning, head to the patio and order the breakfast tacos. You will not be disappointed."

"1501 S 1st St. | Elizabeth Street Cafe is what one might consider an elevated “Austin-y” experience when it comes to Vietnamese cuisine offerings. The price point is a bit high, but the jovial atmosphere and their creative menu will make you a repeat customer, especially if you enjoy patio dining, inventive craft cocktails, and beautiful dishes that will make an excellent addition to your social media feed. Photo Credit – Elizabeth Street Cafe Facebook"

"While, yes, Vietnamese dishes dominate the menu at this south Austin favorite, breakfast is all about French fare. People can choose from an array of croissants, stuffed French crêpes, beignets and jam, and the house-baked brioche French toast. The restaurant also features daily French macarons available all day long."

"This charming South Austin spot offers French pastries for the morning commute and Vietnamese classics (like noodles and bánh mì) for lunch and dinner. Try the popular bánh cuôn."

"Grab some brunch curbside or delivery with this Clarksville favorite. Whether you opt for a savory chicken biscuit sandwich or a sweet order of strawberry pancakes, you really can't go wrong at Better Half (especially if you order a bloody mary or a mimosa). Brunch here pairs best with a side order of cauliflower tots or donut holes."

"Chic minimalist all-day diner Better Half goes from serving coffee and pastries to hearty lunches to happy hour wine and cocktails to delish dinners. For a light lunch, we love The Big Salad—greens with a ginger peach vinaigrette, fresh peaches, green beans, cucumber, peppers, almonds and blue cheese."

"As far as downtown coffee shops go, this one is among my favorites. Its diner vibes combined with its menu offerings give it a leg up on your average coffee shop. I love this location for a meeting!"

"You can’t have a breakfast list without including Kerbey Lane. Breakfast served all day long because it’s open 24/7. I spent way too many late nights here in college."

"From buttermilk to gingerbread to funky specials like birthday cake or s’mores, it’s impossible to go wrong at this Austin classic dinner chain."

"Halcyon Mueller is another of my favorite coffee shops for co-working. Opened in the Mueller neighborhood northeast of downtown, it features high ceilings, geometrically designed stool, and plenty of natural light. There's a long counter, lots of electric outlets, good Wi-Fi, and music that's not too loud."

"This ice cream window is serving some fresh frozen treats that you will love!. Their signature milk and cookies flavor features chunks of their chocolate chip cookies. The strawberry flavor is refreshing!"

"I’ve always said that Cartel Coffee is the best part of having to connect through the Phoenix airport and now that it has landed in Austin, I couldn’t be happier!"

"The practically hidden waterfront coffee shop is an oasis within downtown Austin, with wine, charcuterie, cheese, sandwiches, and salads, while watching the rowing club downstairs glide across the river."

"A great thing about this park is that it’s not as crowded as the others. Trails in Mary Moore Searight Park are separated from the recreational play area for kids. An exercise route is also available if you are looking into adding some workout into your hike or bike visit."

"Surrounded on three sides by water, Red Bud Isle is an ideal place to let dogs roam without a leash. The 13-acre park is basically one big, wide loop trail with a scrubby forest in the middle. Million-dollar mansions overlook the park, allowing a glimpse into the world of Austin’s rich folk."

"Your canine companion will love this trail road since they can be with you leash-free. Red Bud offers easy access to parking and parts of the Lady Bird Lake outside downtown Austin. If you don’t find yourself hiking or biking within the grounds, take a kayak and paddle away at the waters."

"If parks mean nothing to you unless your pal with four paws can come, head to Red Bud Isle. This is an island in the middle of the Colorado River between Westfield and Westlake Hills. It has a lakefront, off-leash dog park, where your pup can splash and play."

"The park is a long, narrow 76-acre greenbelt along both sides of Shoal Creek. The leash-free area is located in the Pease Park portion of the greenbelt, between 24th and 29th Street. Parts of the trail are made up of large, rough-hewn boulders that can be hazardous to dog paws and human ankles, but most of the trail is simply hard-packed dirt."

"This park located in the heart of Austin offers picturesque views of both the city and natural landscapes. Of course, there is also a mile of off-leash terrain between 24th and 29th streets. While this park offers only trails, it is a great alternative to the traditional fenced-in dog park."

"This hiking spot includes 81 acres filled with scenic trails and a dog park. You can’t go wrong with a stroll through Shoal Creek!. 🗓 Open 24 Hours 📍 2600 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78705"

"A more traditional breakfast spot, Counter Cafe’s simple diner setup and classic menu make it great for a low-key breakfast situation. Somewhere between the steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy, and hot cakes, you’ll feel right at home here. If you’re dining solo, grab a spot at the counter and do like they did in the 40’s (or whenever it was that people actually ate a real breakfast before work)."

"I love this cute, casual, East Austin cafe for their giant pancakes, locally sourced eggs and meat, and all-around yummy breakfast!. Try their giant blueberry pancakes, the crab cake benedict, and the tasty biscuits and gravy. WEBSITE | 1914 E 6th St, Austin"

"Greasy diner meets farm-to-table in the most delicious way possible at Counter Cafe. Yes, all-day breakfast is a thing, and yes, you can find it here."

"For an upscale diner experience, complete with cocktails and a nice beer list, in a space that feels more like a mid-century modern eatery than a typical pancake house, check out 24 Diner. Chef Andrew Curren, who briefly appeared on the most recent season of Top Chef on cable TV, serves hash, waffles and frittatas made with locally sourced vegetables and meats, as well as burgers, sandwiches and other lunch items. (Austinite Paul Qui, who ended up winning Top Chef, doesn't serve breakfast at his restaurant, Uchiko, or his East Side King trailers, but you should try to check them out when you're in town anyway.) This popular eatery often has a queue, but you can take a stroll through Waterloo Records or Whole Foods Market's flagship store nearby while you wait for a table."

"Whether you’re fresh off an early morning run or a late-night rager, they are there, waiting to ply you with coffee, eggs, and in 24 Diner’s case, their famous chicken and waffles made with your choice of white or dark meat and served with brown sugar butter. While that’s the obvious go-to, don’t overlook the stellar oatmeal (yes, oatmeal can be stellar) made with cream, brown sugar, and apple-raisin chutney; biscuits and gravy; or vegan hash. Breakfast hours: Daily, 24 hours."

"Open around the clock, it’s the perfect place for a comforting late-night bite if you’re in the mood for something a little more classy."

"Go for the fresh, waste-nothing recipes; stay for the artisanal chocolate. Austinite husband-wife team chef Ian Thurwachter and chocolatier/pastry chef Krystal Craig opened Intero’s doors in 2018, blending the sweet and savory flavors of Italy with local, seasonal ingredients, and instantly taking a place among the best restaurants in Austin. (Texas Monthly named it among the best restaurants in Texas.) The wood-fired oven pizzas boast innovative toppings such as braised beef osso bucco, and diners delight in the clean complexity of the hand-crafted cocktails."

"2612 E Cesar Chavez St. | Intero is a sustainability-focused, farm-to-table Italian restaurant with house-made pasta and artisanal chocolate. Intero translates to “whole” or “entire” in Italian, and its zero food-waste kitchen exemplifies its name. You will be tempted to fill up on delicious pasta and fresh veggies, grown just outside of Austin, but you can NOT miss out on the handcrafted chocolate truffles."

"Intero is celebrating Valentine’s Day all weekend long with its seasonal farm-to-table menu. Reservations are required and couples can call ahead to pre-order a bottle of wine or a take-home box of chocolates for the table. Plus, guests will receive a sweet Valentine’s Day treat from the Intero team with love."