"One of the OGs in the “third-wave coffee” scene in Austin, Houndstooth has been around for well over a decade, in that time expanding to multiple locations across the city. It all started in a small strip mall on North Lamar. Baristas take center stage here, set in the center of the shop on what feels like a stage doling out excellent espressos, pour-overs, and lattes topped with perfect little tulips. Houndstooth takes coffee seriously, serving as one of the most reliable bets for a morning pick-me-up, even if you have no idea what the hell “third-wave coffee” means." - nicolai mccrary, matthew jacobs