Cafe Java

This is our favorite breakfast place in the area. And I mean breakfast like pancakes and bacon, not brunch. I have a different category for brunch! My Keurig wasn't working when my dad was staying over and I took him here thinking he might like the coffee here, and I was so right!! He loved this restaurant so much that he said if he lived here, he would eat here every day!! It's SUPER hard to get a review like that from my dad! He's pescatarian (and sometimes chicken because the dr says he needs it) and there are lots of options for him, too. His review aside, I liked the sandwich too for dinner that they have on weeknights. I love that the servers seem like they like working here. I hope they all keep up the good work!!

It was okay. The eggs, bacon, and hashbrowns were cold. The cheese on my coworkers eggs was not even melted. But this was quickly remedied by our waitress, who was very kind and gave us new eggs. Overall it was not bad. The pancakes and coffee were good.

Delicious breakfast and sensational coffee! The service was outstanding. Thanks for the great experience.

I was still getting out of the vehicle and my wife and grandsons were already seated by time I walked in the door. The service was absolutely wonderful and seamless. I didn't even sit down good and we had menus and our drink orders were being taken. Our drink orders came out quick. I had my grandsons review the menu before our arrival because there were so many options for both breakfast and lunch/dinner items. I was the only one that didn't order breakfast items except for the potato taco that I wanted to try. Between my wife and grandsons, they ordered pancakes, French toast, bacon, and eggs. Besides the potato taco, I ordered the sourdough turkey sandwich and fries for myself, which I ended up taking with me. My wife never finishes her food, so I ate my potato taco and some of her eggs, hash browns, pancake, and french toast. By time I finished that and my orange spiced hot tea, I had no choice but to ask for a box to take my sourdough turkey with me. We sent our compliments to the Chef because everything was exceptionally delicious. My one grandson said these were the best pancakes that he has ever had. I don't eat eggs like I used to, but when I took it bite of my wife's eggs, they were magnificent just as they were. Nothing need to be added and I mean nothing. No cheese, no salsa, no seasoning, or anything else that someone may put on eggs that they order at a restaurant to kick them up a bit. These were perfect just as they were and I'm not used to that. My wife got one pancake and piece of french toast. I tried both without butter or syrup and oh my, perfection. I wouldn't even add any syrup prior to eating. It was not needed. I was informed prior to ordering that my potato taco would be made of hash browns rather than the usual potatoes. I was looking forward to trying something different and I was not disappointed. It worked magnificently because since it was in hash brown form, it covered every part of the corn tortilla that I requested instead of flour. Every bite I would get some hash browns, along with the eggs and cheese. This is the majority of the reason why I was too full to get to my Turkey sandwich and I was the only one who didn't finish their food. This is odd because I always finish my food. Overall, everything was exceptional and the entire staff was very nice. Every time I'm in Round Rock, I will definitely make sure to stop by Cafe Java to have a delicious meal that's going to be made right. Much appreciation to the entire staff.

This is place feels like a cozy diner that has been around for decades. Service is excellent and quick. Tasty American breakfast.

This café can get pretty busy in the mornings, but the staff is incredibly organized and always makes sure you’re having a great experience. Even during the rush, everything runs smoothly and you never feel overlooked. The French toast was absolutely delicious, and they have an excellent selection of beverages to choose from. It’s easy to see why this place is so popular—I’ll definitely be back!

We went today for breakfast this morning and were pleasantly surprised to see some people were waiting on a THURSDAY MORNING when it's RAINING 🌧!! That should certainly say a lot about this establishment!😄 We ordered the Java and Philly Omelet 🙌..both were super yummy with a homemade taste!😀 We also got the Mexican Latte, which was delish! I savored it till the last drop!😃 They have artwork on the walls from local artists 🎨 which is refreshing from the usual " fancy" art we see in restaurants!😊 I definitely recommend it for anyone who wants to enjoy breakfast in a casual setting filled with friendliness and warmth!🤩 I also wanted to add that when we were finished, more people were waiting before we got in. Let me remind you. This is on a rainy Thursday morning 🌄 😯

This is one of our fav joints for any meal. Visit here every week and meet my kids to visit. Cozy comfortable vibe with staff that treat us like family and the food is good! If you want to eat at a place that feels like home cooking without the prep or cleanup, try Cafe Java. In addition to large menu they offer different specials everyday.

This is a great neighborhood restaurant that I highly recommend. The wait is definitely worth it, though. Their breakfast options are fantastic, with a variety of delicious dishes to choose from. I'm especially fond of their breakfast tacos and omelets. Their salads are also a highlight - always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. And I can't forget to mention their coffee. It's consistently great, with rich, robust flavors that make it the perfect way to start your day.

Cafe Java has the best coffee It changes daily and I have never consumed a bad one You get plenty of it too Hot fresh

These people are always busy but they get to you as fast as customers stop talking and get up and leave. Food has always been made to order. I alway have food to take home. Just be ready to sit outside and talk. Time flys by fast.

Food came out quick and tasted delicious! Server accidentally made a hot latte instead of iced but realized her mistake and remade it. it was tasty! Small wait to be seated, small wait for the food. Great breakfast!

Love, love, love this place so much! We always order to go because this place gets busy on the weekends. Our go to order is, The Pancake Platter and The Java Platter. We also get a side of extra crispy hash browns and 6 prices of extra bacon, for our pups. My favorite iced coffee is the butter beer latte, so tasty! I love that they display local art and nicknacks. You can tell people have been coming here for years, a true neighborhood cafe. Love supporting local businesses like this one. Perfect for lunch, breakfast or brunch.

Place always to perfection. Everyone here is personable, great service and great food. We love coming here. It's been a while, but we are back and had to update my review. The place is just cozy and small. Has that home town eatery to it. The food is just great.

Lol this is what their chocolate chip pancake looks like. Just a small smear of chocolate on the top. I'm good.

Spots like Cafe Java are a national treasure. You get everything you'd ever come to expect from a quality authentic diner: Food that is consistently great and quick, service that's always attentive, and prices are aren't over-the-top (looking at you Kerby Lane). I've never had a bad experience here and have always cleaned my plate down to the last piece of hashbrown, it's just that good.

We have been eating at Java Cafe in Round Rock for many years. This morning was the first time we had less than expected wait staff service. Once our order was taken, the wait person disappeared never to be seen again until it was time to pay. No checking to see if our order was correct, no refresh coffee, no anything. I could see other tables experiencing the same lack of service in this wait person's area while the wait person was behind the counter gossiping. If this is the new standard of service, good luck!

My Cafe Java experience was not very enjoyable. I heard this was a great brunch spot in Round Rock. The wait Sunday morning for a table for two was only five minutes, so my visit was off to a great start. However, after we were seated, no one brought us our menus. We waited a long time until I just got up and grabbed the menus from the bar. Our waitress seemed to be disoriented and confused, likely due to cognitive decline, and I felt very bad for her. This did not really make for good service. I ordered the breakfast sandwich, which looked like low-grade summer camp food. It appeared that there was a slice of Kraft Singles cheese on it. It tasted almost as dreary as it looked. The hash browns were very dry. My side of French toast was good but too sweet. I tried my friend's blueberry pancakes and thought they were good. They were very rich in blueberries. Strange that the pancakes were dark brown though. At least the prices were normal (except the breakfast sandwich).

Cheap prices, great food, nice and helpful wait staff. Definitely recommend coming here when you don't have a ton of cash and need a full meal

I came here for a mid afternoon coffee and snack. I had a peanut butter coffee drink that was supposed to be decaf--they offered to remake it but it wasn't worth the effort. The coffee drink was lacking in coffee flavor anyway, so I don't think it was very strong. I can't quite describe what the drink tasted like, and it was a little lukewarm, so I wouldn't recommend. My friend and I split the nachos with Piccadillo and avocado. They were a step up from stadium nachos, but nothing to get excited about. The salsa was also unexciting. Most importantly, my friend's dad was able to get his pancake fix at 3 pm, so that was a definite big plus. Overall though, there's a large menu here, and breakfast all day, so maybe it's worth exploring more, but I wouldn't be too optimistic.

Came in for the first time and just asked for a mocha made with half & half. Took a tiny sip when I got in my truck and burned my entire mouth, tastes like a boiling hot watery americano with a dash of milk, whip cream and chocolate drizzled on top... not sure if my order was made incorrectly or if this is just how they make theirs but I guess I'll be trying other places for coffee. TLDR: If you like a rich, creamy, frothy mocha, I'll save you the trouble.

If you haven't been there since the change in owner, you should see what's different now. I have to admit that I'm only a weekend goer. So what are some of the changes that I have observed you may ask? Lately, there have been steak and eggs combos. The chicken fried steak isn't only a Tuesday night special any longer. It was offered on both Saturday and Sunday this past weekend. In fact there were 5 specials last Sunday, two old favorites, Hill Country and Eggs Benny, plus Chicken Fried Steak and a bacon wrapped fillet with a wine sauce and blueberry stuffed French toast. The staff hasn't changed, maybe a few new faces, but most of the staff are still there. For me, that's a good thing. I encourage you to check it out. I think you will like what you find.

My dad LOVES Cafe Java!! We go once or twice a month and he's never been disappointed. Cafe Java is near in the same shopping center as Randall's. This restaurant is tiny but mighty - every time we go they're busy! They still make time to be personable and the food still comes quickly. Options range from Omelets to Pancakes to Tacos. Flavor is not over the top here-- it's great, but the place is really cozy, welcoming, friendly. Perfect spot to bring your favorite book or laptop or friend and just have a nice time.

During a recent trip to Austin, I stopped in for breakfast with my sister and a friend. He lives in Austin, and Cafe Java is one of his favorite breakfast spots. We arrived semi early on a Saturday and found it very crowded. We waited about 15 minutes for a table to become available. I was surprised to find that the restaurant was so small once we finally got seated. Our waitress was Monique. She was really cool... she was attentive and really friendly. She passed the vibe check for sure and was probably the best thing about the entire experience. We ended up being seated in the front of the location, which was a bit odd. The tables are very close together too so space was definitely limited. I had one of the p, atters which consists of hash browns, toast, eggs and a meat. I opted for the pork sausage. The food was just okay. It wasn't bad, but I wasn't blown away or anything. My sister had the corned beef hash with hash browns, toast, and eggs. She liked her food. She said the eggs were actually edible for her too which a huge compliment because she doesn't even like eggs. I don't recall what my friend ate, but he's a regular, so he obviously enjoys the food. It wouldn't be my first choice to visit the restaurant again, so that's why I gave it three stars versus four. It was an acceptable option for a first-timer, though.

The service was great and the food was good. I am visiting from Chicago and am very pleased with this place.

The food was good quality and a good value. Our server was very friendly! I'd definitely come back!

A staple for Round Rock residents, kind of similar to the Cheers bar....where everyone knows your name. The food is classic American, and the ambiance is a place to chill, study or catch up with a friend. The waitstaff has always been swift and pleasant.

Perfect healthy diner experience. Seated immediately. My order was taken swiftly. Food arrived in 5 minutes or so. My coffee stayed full the entire time. Food was not too greasy, and hot when it came out. Good variety of options. Very helpful staff. Always a sure thing here!

Cafe Java- being going for years and love the place! The pancakes are excellent. You can't make reservations and the place is small so if going on the weekends, be prepared to wait.

Always busy - great atmosphere- choices for everyone. Diners will be treated to some of the best food , especially recommend the Migas.

Love this place! The vibe, the food, the staff and the customers my family loves it!

My server was super sweet and helpful. I ordered the grilled cheese sandwich, which was very good. My coffee was a lot larger then I expected so I had to get half to go. The coffee was just ok so not sure if I would order it again, but the food and service was great!

Morning, Noon, or Night Cafe Java is the place for good eats! The original artwork on display is eye catching. Right out of the gate the coffee was delivered fast and fresh. Staff is on the ball ensuring customers are happy and enjoying their meal. I never had to ask for a refill. I was in awe at the plates of food being delivered and I definitely took notes for my next visit.

I was in the area for a family vacation and my sister raved about this place. Since I was told the wait is usually pretty crazy we decided to order take out. I was a little worried ordering breakfast for take out but it was surprisingly amazing! When I walked in to pick up my order the staff were so friendly and inviting and I was in and out in less than 15 minutes. When we got back to the hotel everything we ordered was there and the food was just as hot and delicious as it would have been if we had sat and ate at the restaurant. Will definitely come back when I'm ever in the area and hopefully will have time to eat inside as the place is super cute!

Wow! Where the hell have I been???? I've been to the shopping center hundreds of times and I've never seen or heard of Cafe Java :( I was thankful for another foodie on Facebook tagging this location. I was blown away--I love diner spots, especially places that serve breakfast. The menu is huge, and I'll have to go back to try lunch or dinner. The breakfast is delish, my only regret is that I didn't order the pancakes: they looked amazing. Service was awesome, fast and friendly. I'm not a coffee drinker but was intrigued after seeing "almond joy" on the drink menu; I figured what the hell, let's try it! LET ME TELL YOU... It's Amazing lol, chocolate, coconut shavings and whipped cream with hot coffee underneath!!! Note* it gets pretty packed, really fast, I'd recommend getting there when they open, or prepare to wait for a table.

Great pick, fellow Yelpers! Thanks to Yelp, I found this gem in Round Rock! My boyfriend wanted to take me out for brunch and while I usually gravitate towards the fancy, mimosa laden, bennies aplenty type places, I decided to make my choice more down home, and I fussy, just like my country beau. Yelpers I respect and trust let me know that we would both get our needs met here. We decided to share the ultimate migas, at my suggestion along with a plate of fresh fruit, at his suggestion. I should preface this by saying I am not normally a migas fan, but the added extras the ultimate plate adds made me crave this! It was so worth it! The portions are huge and it was more than enough for the two of us. The ranchero sauce was as tasty as my mom's and we loved the beans and the migas! Flavorful and chock full of cheese, chorizo and tortilla chips. The fruit plate had fresh fruit with a good variety of tastes to enjoy. The only improvement would have been fresh peaches over canned, but it was still really good. The coffee is also delicious and plentiful and strong. We will be back because this may be my new go to. The only downside is the wait, and how loud it is in the small space overflowing with patrons. Not a bad problem for a local eatery to have!

The cramped atmosphere, old furniture and cheap clutter hold back its style but it's a clean, legit American cafe with great service and homestyle food. Best coffee I've had in a while.

Came by for breakfast on Mother's Day so it was crowded. The inside probably has enough seating for a short wait on a regular morning breakfast but we had to wait on this special day about an hour. Food was decent, normal cafe breakfast menu. They do have specials and it looks like they might have some special drinks. I would probably try this place again on a normal morning.

My family and I have been coming here for over seven years now. The food is always delicious and fresh. They do serve you great portions of food. So be ready and better come hungry that way you can eat all of your food. The coffee is very good here as well. You can also get your a special cafe mocha and all that stuff people today order for a caffeinated drink. But for me it's the good old fashion coffee with cream and sugar. Look for the specials on the back wall as you enter. It's written on chalkboard wall. Sometimes they have some great items up there. If the specials don't gain attention from your appetite check out the menu. The menu has a plethora of choices to choose from. This place is small inside and the tables can be tight fitting for a large group or even for a couple. However, don't let that detour you from coming here. They are super busy during the weekends so plan on waiting a while to enter the facility. It can be quick or medium pace but it all depends how fast the customers eat their food. Ordering your food here is quick and the time from ordering to the time it arrives at your table is pretty quick. Parking can be a challenge during peak times. It's a private lot and they do have parking on the side of the building as well. This restaurant has it's regulars and you will see them from time to time as you come to eat here. Most importantly this place is local to the Austin area, and is the second location opened by the owner. If you read about the history of this place, the owner is an Air Force veteran. Which is definitely a plus in my book. I am a Army veteran, so I am always willing to go the extra mile to support my fellow veterans. You can see all the team work from what the staff displays and they carry a sense of pride along with some humor. They're always customer oriented and focused on making sure you have a pleasant experience here.

So I recently visited Cafe Java for breakfast, and let me tell you, the wait to get seated was longer than a sloth climbing a tree. But let me tell you, once I sank my teeth into the ultimate migas, I forgot all about that wait. It was like a party in my mouth, and everyone was invited. My wife got the Java plate, and she was happier than a clam at high tide. The eggs, bacon, hash browns, toast, and coffee were all on point. The coffee was so good, it should be illegal. Like, call the caffeine cops because that stuff was straight up addictive. The only downside was that the fast service was almost too fast. I barely had time to scroll through my Instagram feed before my food arrived. But hey, I guess that's better than waiting around like a vulture circling a dying animal. Overall, Cafe Java is a great spot for breakfast, but be prepared to wait longer than a slug trying to finish a marathon. But trust me, the food is worth it. So if you're looking for a breakfast spot that will knock your socks off (and possibly make you late for work), give Cafe Java a try.

This was a wonderful discovery on a visit in Round Rock.  I tried stopping by a number of times, but their parking lot was full. Good sign of a great restaurant.  When I made it there, I ordered pancakes to go. They were tremendous! They were packaged so carefully with foil to keep them warm (not thrown in Styrofoam and tossed at you). I loved that they were soft, huge, and flavorful. Next time I'm in the area I think I'll add fruit to them, although I did have a great conversation with an employee while I was there, and he has me thinking of some other delicious things to try!

Great service at this location. We didn't run into any so-called language barriers at this location. The folks here were friendly and provided everything we needed to enjoy our meal. My friend and I got a nice corner booth all to ourselves allowing us to catch up with at least a little bit of privacy. Decent food and good service is all I ask for.

My husband I decided to go for a brunch date to cafe Java and we had a great time. There was one family ahead of us but we waiting for less than 5 minutes. The staff was all very friendly (family owned establishment) and gave good recommendations. I had the caramel con panna hot coffee. It was delicious. Not overly sweet and tasted great (I'm not a fan of bitter black coffee with cream/sugar). My husband got the cafe au lait. For brunch I ordered the Greek omelet and subbed the hashbrowns and toast for a slice of French toast. The omelet was so good and the French toast was sweet (I didn't need to add any syrup). My husband got the california omelet with hashbrowns and rye bread. I saw they have a butter beer coffee and that is next on my list to try. We had a wonderful experience and recommend everyone to try this place out.

I liked this place because of the aesthethic, but after my most recent visits its a bit below average. The server takes your order, someone else drops it off, and she never came by again. As someone who has worked in fiod service and at a chain very similar, this tells me that this server does not care. The toast I got was wrong, was gonna tell her but she literally never came by to ask if everything was okay. Thats literally bare minimum? Teenage servers do that, so you'd expect a career server to do that. The employees there are pretty consistent, so maybe theyre set in their ways. another thing is, it was a tuesday morning? its not busy? Food was oily. made my stomache hurt.

This is a really nice breakfast place to take your family. I went with my husband on a mini date here and only had to wait a five minutes to be seated as they were busy. The waitress was friendly and the atmosphere was relaxed. The Caramel Macchiato was a bit too sweet for me so I will opt for a regular coffee next time. The omelettes are huge and could be easily shared with light eaters as they come with hash browns and bread. French toast was delicious and not too sweet as well. Come here for chill vibes and a lovely breakfast with friends and fam. I didn't feel rushed at all eating here. 4 stars~

It was my husband's birthday and we wanted to grab a quick breakfast before our fist adventure. We stopped in about 10:30am on Friday and there were about 8 ppl in front of us but we were quickly seated in 10 mins. We once we sat down we were waiting for about 10-15 mins before anyone acknowledged us so we stopped someone and asked if they could have our waitress come out. She did and was nice. The food was good and came out fast. I got the Greek omelette with hash browns and blueberry pancakes. My husband has the corned-beef hash and a buckwheat short stack. The portions weren't the biggest- and I think we could have eaten a little more but we didn't have time to wait. The server was nice but not super attentive. Nice little place.

This was Team Fisher's second time at this spot and once again, they did not let us down. Cafe Java is definitely not cheap with the portions. Their food is great and the service fantastic. We highly recommended them to all.

I always enjoy coming here. The staff is friendly but the place is tiny. There's always a wait but all good restaurants have waitlists. We've yet to have anything we disliked here.

Absolutely incredible! The ambiance is relaxed and feels like a home diner. The service was amazing! Our waitress repeated orders back to us to make sure she got them right and was incredibly personable. The food was perfect!! I got the ultimate Migas. The eggs were cooked perfectly and paired well with all the extras. The pancake was the best fluffiest pancake I've ever had. If I didn't live out of town, I'd be back every week. Also to top it all off the prices are extremely reasonable.

I have been coming here since high school and it's consistently been amazing. Their corned beef hash is delicious, breakfast tacos, pancakes and the coffees. My go to is the ultimate migas; holds a place in my heart. Truly haven't had a bad meal here. Everyone is so kind and service is crazy fast. They don't take reservations and the waitlist can get a little long some mornings but so worth it!

Great local spot for either breakfast, brunch or lunch. They offer aromatic brews and tasty daily specials. Try their soup and sandwich combo for some variety. I had the grilled turkey avocado sandwich with a cup of gumbo. The food was just as delicious as the coffee.

Walked up at lunchtime on a Friday and the place was definitely packed. Despite the busy crowd, service was still very good, friendly. They might benefit from a seating/texting service since it was so busy and cold and rainy it was hard to stay inside or close by to hear a name called. 4 in my party, 3 had breakfast and 1 lunch which is why I chose this lovely diner...many choices and serves breakfast all day. A HUGE plus for this place is in the name, the JAVA! They have the best prices I've ever seen on high quality coffee drinks! This really enticed my party to order some and they were delicious (tried hot and cold). The food came out pretty quickly and was right on level with what we make at home ourselves. I gotta say, that's why we don't go out often for breakfast especially because what we make is always better. BUT this place matched pretty close to our expectations and we appreciate that. I can definitely see why locals would frequent this joint. I would recommend trying it out and if in the area I would consider visiting again.

Great coffee! I had caramel macciato. Fried pork chop breakfast was delicious and the eggs were cooked as requested, not crispy and over medium. Eggs were delicious and hash browns were perfect (not too crispy). I would definitely come back and probably will. Service and speed was excellent including waiting @ the door. They move folks through the tables due to speedy service and food comes out quick/hot! I recommend!

Food was fresh, taste good, servers were all friendly and it's a great local breakfast spot! Visited early Saturday morning before 8 and we could get a seats immediately but by the time we left many guests were waited for table.

This summer we made 2 trips to the area, about 7 days and every day we ate at this place! I absolutely love the Whole Lotta Latte after recommended by the staff. My mouth is watering, thinking of another one. My family enjoys the chorizo tacos, ALOT! My toddlers eat pancakes and fresh fruit. The Java melt on an everything bagel is delicious. It is a busy little place, staff is friendly and quick!! If you love good food and friendly people, then this place will not disappoint.

Stop by this location on my way to work. Walked in and placed a to go order. Price was reasonable. I ordered eggs, bacon, small grits, and white toast. Order came out pretty fast. The food was delicious! Within the same week, I took my family back to try them out and they were very pleased as well. We definitely recommend Cafe Java -Round Rock!

I intended to update my review of this location and was surprised to see I had never actually submitted one. I have been visiting Cafe Java since 2005 and loved it. However, it is currently under new management and the changes have me likely never to return. We were seated at a sticky table with no silverware or menus. Our waitress was highly disoriented which made for an awkward experience. When not ordering one of the daily specials, I tend to stick to an old staple of their breakfast menu, the ultimate migas. Upon ordering, I was told I would be upcharged to replace the tortillas with a different bread choice. This was never the policy previously, but the waitress explained the new owners implemented it. When my plate arrived, the food looked a young child had assembled it. It tasted about how it looked. It was also served dry without the ranchero sauce or complaining salsa. This dish that I had enjoyed for nearly 20 years was mutilated beyond recognition. Others in the party were not impressed with their meals either. There was nothing we could do about this as we never saw our waitress after initially ordering (someone else brought out the food). We also had the host trying to remove our plates from the table as we were literally still putting food in our mouths. Terrible service, terrible policy changes, terrible food. I'm grieving the loss of what was once great.

We came here to enjoy a breakfast out and were not disappointed. The coffee menu is large, which I love, offering lots of variations of espresso/drip coffees with fun flavorings to boot. As for food, it doesn't seem like you can go wrong here - they have all of your breakfast favorites plus some unique specials that change regularly. I ordered the Hill Country Breakfast which included biscuits and gravy, eggs the way you like them, sausage patties, and hashbrowns - a ton of food! The biscuits seemed to be homemade and were delicious, especially when paired with their creamy gravy. Service was fast and came with a smile. We came around 9am on a Saturday as a party of 3 and were able to be immediately seated, but there was a few parties waiting when we left.