"Started as a project between a few Austin coffee veterans almost a decade ago, the East Side coffee shop Figure 8 is a haven for coffee lovers of all types, but especially those seeking a well-pulled espresso. There’s an industrial, plant-filled interior that’s just as welcoming for an afternoon of getting sh*t done as it is for a quick pick-me-up, and on any given day you’ll find a small handwritten menu, usually with a few varieties each for espresso, pour-over, drip, and iced coffees." - nicolai mccrary, matthew jacobs