The Best Third Places in Austin Are All-Day Cafes | Eater Austin
"I encountered Ani’s Day & Night as a Montopolis bar and food‑truck hub that opened in 2021 and positioned itself as an unofficial clubhouse for local artists by hosting exhibits and concerts featuring neighborhood creatives; the team prioritized building relationships with longtime residents — knocking on doors and handing out free coffee coupons within a one‑mile radius — and were welcomed warmly, with neighbors bringing food, watching the place, and forming personal connections (staff know patrons’ drink orders and dogs’ names). (Note: Ani’s has since temporarily closed as of late December 2023.)" - Taylor Tobin
