Captain Quack's Bakery and Coffeehouse

Delicious coffee, alternative milks, beautiful baked goods, perfect Austin atmosphere and a WONDERFUL back patio with shade!

This is my favorite cafe in the area! I like to go to cafes to work on my laptop, journal, read, and catch up with friends. This place is just lowkey enough that it’s not packed but still has atmosphere. The music is always on point which is so important to me. The coffee is tasty (I have high standards… and love the dirty Chai). There’s indoor and outdoor seating. They also have events here often, which sound cool but I haven’t checked any out. My ONLY complaint is that there is not much access to outlets, which can be important when working on your laptop. I recommend bringing a portable charger.

Love the bakery and variety, the sandwiches, the prices, and the events offered here. It's an amazing and entertaining local community spot. I want to say a huge shout out to Ollie who makes the best chai every time I come in, I'm always glad and grateful to see them behind the counter when I go in!

Really great coffee- my favorite drink however is the iced Yerba Mate that has pineapple in it. My boyfriend and I stopped here before running errands and it was great. The baristas are sweet, the quality of the food and drinks are superb, the quickness of service was great too. There's so many things to do here, I definitely want to come back for a trivia night or something.

The atmosphere was quiet and relaxing, which I appreciated. I’ve had good experiences here before, with both great service and quality coffee. However, today was disappointing. The barista taking our order at 11AM seemed impatient, and both the coffee and customer service fell short as someone who was exited to have good coffee . Given that the shop wasn’t busy and there were no other customers waiting, I was surprised by the lack of patience . Hoping this was just an off day, I was genuinely looking forward to having coffee here again :/

I'll definitely return here. Their desserts look incredibly delicious, especially the "Eat My Feelings" one, which called to me. I'll have to come back just to try that one out. The cheese danishes we purchased were perfection. I had mine the next day, reheated it, and it was still delicious. The cream in the middle was just right--neither too dry nor too moist--and the Danish part was wonderfully flaky. Not to mention it was also massive. They also host events there, like the lively trivia night we saw during our visit. This place looks fantastic, and I'll be back to try more items from the menu. I'll be sure to update my review afterwards.

We come to this bakery often and have ordered chocolate pie and cakes for birthdays. Today I walked in and got a slice of pie when it was given to me, it looked like it was just a pile of mush. I asked if I could have another slice that would hold up a bit better. The employees at the front looked at each other and just smirked. I’m not sure if she got a new slice or if she tried to fixed the slice of pie that she already gave me. The whipped cream looks like it curled and the pie was melted.

I had been dreaming about an almond croissant but couldn’t find a bakery that sold them! They have the classics like danishes, brownies, and almond croissants. It was delicious and everything I had been dreaming of.

My first time here and I loved how homey it was. I came for an art event hosted by someone and we were in the room where it looks like they have a stage area. The servers were friendly and fast. I was almost overwhelmed with the baked foods selection. If I could I would have ordered a bite from each one. The vibe is laid back and chill. Good spot to come study, work, read, and Chat with a friend.

Stopped by for a cinnamon roll, ginger cookie, and tiramisu--and all I can say is yum, yum, and yum! This local neighborhood coffee shop has a great selection of pastries, making it the perfect spot for a sweet treat. Highly recommend!

Very cool coffee shop with large variety of baked goods including great pies. Coffee is good but not exceptional. Prices are reasonable for the quality. Very friendly and efficient staff. The ambiance is very cool, eclectic and new age. This is a cool neighborhood place to come relax or do some work on one's laptop. I'll definitely be back!

Excellent music, cookies, service, parking, etc. I love the Under the Rock series and the half price after eight o'clock bakery items.

What a homey coffee shop. Attended the yearly galentine speed friending. Had chai latte, spicy sweet perfection. The sound space room is closed off from the coffee shop. The hostess was friendly and kept the vibe chill. Great ambiance and thanks for the evening. Can't wait to do more events here.

Just the name alone brings a smile to my face. The original Captain Quackenbush's Intergalactic Dessert Company and Espresso Café owns the bragging rights for being "the first coffee shop in Austin". Even though the name and location have changed along with the times, it will forever hold a special place in my heart. Great coffee and a neighborhood feel that can't be beat. Trivia nights, movie nights, book clubs, board games, comedy shows -- you name it, they've got it. Delicious pastries (lots of choices for vegans, too!), great coffee, and friendly people make Quack's a great place to relax and chill out. Swing by the Menchaca Library next door to check out a new book while you're in the area!

I'll definitely return here. Their desserts look incredibly delicious, especially the "Eat My Feelings" one, which called to me. I'll have to come back just to try that one out. The cheese danishes we purchased were perfection. I had mine the next day, reheated it, and it was still delicious. The cream in the middle was just right--neither too dry nor too moist--and the Danish part was wonderfully flaky. Not to mention it was also massive. They also host events there, like the lively trivia night we saw during our visit. This place looks fantastic, and I'll be back to try more items from the menu. I'll be sure to update my review afterwards.

Captain Quack's is a fantastic local coffee shop with a cool, eclectic vibe. They've got a great selection of coffee and specialty drinks, and the service is top-notch - friendly and fast. The attached music venue is a major bonus, adding a unique energy to the place. Plus, their bakery case is packed with delicious treats! Whether you're looking for a place to work, relax with friends, or catch some live music, Captain Quack's has you covered.

You have got to visit! It's tucked inside a shopping center off Menchaca. We absolutely love it here (it's our second time) because the pastries are delicious, the chai is homemade, and there are lots of places to sit and work on your laptop for a while. Also the staff is super chill. Highly recommend you try a different sweet on every visit.

If I lived in Austin, I'd be a frequent flyer here :) loved everything about this place. The employees were so nice and friendly; offered detailed recommendations of everything they had to offer. And there's a ton of options for drinks, pastries, desserts here, something for everyone. My coffee was delicious, nice and strong, it was a TAD bit on the sweet side. My cookie was delicious, it was a salted oatmeal I believe. So chewy. I'll definitely be back to dry their other items!

I came here on a recommendation and I honestly regret it. The coffee had to be sweetened so much just to tolerate it, the tea was crazy watered down that there was no flavor and the cupcake icing was solid as ice with the only good thing about it being its chocolate flavor but that really wasn't enough to save it, and the two women behind the counter felt like the couldn't be bothered. They were so cold to us and I felt super rushed.The moment I walked in, this place was giving off bad vibes. I wanted to like this place so much, it looks like they are very active in their community, they host events, have book clubs and board game nights and all of those are probably really cool! However I came on a day where there was nothing going on so everything was very lackluster. I'm a little disappointed after hearing so much about how good this place was. I'm hoping that maybe I just came on a bad day

Quackenbush' Valentines rubber duckies are on display! is in the air! We're here every Saturday for our crochet meet up and we enjoy the hot drinks and yummy pastries! I'm still keeping my fingers crossed for savory pastry options! Maybe one of these days Staff is always friendly and attentive! I like coming here to check out their seasonal display and pastries

This is a nice little spot, quite far from my normal outings, but I hidden gem nonetheless. This is one of the few times where the service from stood out to me, the bartender was super friendly and easy to talk to you, and it made the experience enjoyable for all of us. I have much more to say about it, it was just a nice place to sit and have a drink.

My grandson loves their chocolate chip muffins. Always a great experience. . Staff is always nice and ready to help.

I ordered an espresso martini that was delicious as the espresso came right from the coffee shop connected to the bar. They have a stage so I would check in advance to see if they have any live music nights to come to. I came with a few friends but there was no music our night so the atmosphere was off as it was dark and there was no exciting decor. I would love to come back in the morning hours and enjoy the coffee shop and bakery side. Cool concept for a place.

I enjoyed my short visit there while passing through. Great staff the coffee and danish were great. It's a cool setup with several rooms to sit and work on something or talk.

Alrighty, here's the rundown: Tis a lovely little place to study and hang with good ol buddies. The coffee is yet to be tasted, but the pastries score well here. Even through the app "TooGoodToGo," the pastries maintained a solid 8/10 rating for the most part. I'd recommend looking into the app and most importantly trying the cheesecake cupcake. The service is very sweet and I wouldn't hesitate to tip well. Cheers

I've never actually spent extended time here, but this place too over the space where one of my old haunts was (strange brew). They have lots of tables and games for hanging out with people, and when I came here I got a very large cookie that I really enjoyed. I'm not sure if they still do regular live music a couple times a week but the old stage is still there and strange brew used to do live music evenings so I assume they do as well. The service was also good the time I went. This is def a good place to sit and study or catch up with friends over a coffee, it was quite a popular place back when it was strange brew so I have high hopes this place will remain cool given the legacy of the space.

Uh!! My new favorite coffee spot how did I not know about this place and how did they know my music playlist!! Amazing so happy I made it out today and I will definitely be back to see that stage in use!!!

Seriously could never live without this place. All of their pastries are to die for and the staff are the best. I always find myself reaching for the banana chocolate muffin.

It's still good you guys!! I've been coming here for years and still love the variety of baked good, seasonal specials, and the customer service. They also just started carrying sandwiches (I'm always on the lookout for a good chicken salad!) and they have lots of community events like book club, clothing swaps and live music. Follow their Instagram to stay updated. Happy 40th anniversary Quack's!

What a delightful surprise of a find!!!! I will be back! So many cases of yummy desserts! I settled on a pB&J croissant and was NOT disappointed at all. Spent a lovely hour catching up on some work and sipping on a very good mocha latte. Such a delightful surprise to start my weekend. I was so tickled to find something that felt like "old Austin!"

Amazing coffee and pastries I would say is still one of Austin gems, perfect to work, they also play movies and have other food items, staff is super friendly

Love the key lime pie! Got it for a friend's birthday and it was delicious will definitely be going back!

Prepare to be judged if you come here! If you're here to enjoy coffee and work/study in peace, beware of being judged based on people's assumptions of you. I used to love coming here by the way. I came to Quack's Bakery (since it's typically a quiet, comfortable spot) to study for a big exam, and all I did was wear a University of Texas hat with an American flag on it to mark Election Day. I thought it'd be a simple, neutral way to show some spirit since it's a big day for the country, no matter who you're voting for. Instead, it felt like I walked into a judgment zone. First, I got a horrified, almost disgusted look from another customer--like I was holding a crucifix to a vampire! I looked away and looked back to see if he was still staring and sure enough he was, with an offended look on his face. But then it got even weirder. About an hour later, I overheard an employee that was by me talking loudly with a customer, and they started going on about people wearing Trump outfits after the election, practically assuming my hat was some kind of statement. It felt like they were talking about me because the customer looked at me before conversing with the employee about that topic. Then, as if I was some kind of villain, I overheard that same worker saying, "I haven't even looked at him all day." Just because I have a manly build and a beard, they decided to judge me without even knowing who I voted for. Funny enough, they would've been happy to hear who I voted for, but that shouldn't even matter! I came here to study in peace, and instead, I left feeling completely judged. If you're looking for a welcoming spot with a neutral vibe, Quack's really isn't it.

I swear the key lime is like 1/3 smaller than when I first came to Quacks. It's the incredible shrinking key lime pie.

This place is great! Tucked away in a shopping center so you can miss it easily, but worth checking out. They have a HUGE assortment of sweets from pies to cookies, pop tarts, croissants and EVERYTHING in between! It's a great spot to grab a coffee & a little sweet treat and just work on your laptop. There is a lot of seating but it does fill up! Plenty of parking out front which makes it so much easier!

Attended last night's Dark Disco, it was so much fun and definitely needed for all that are goth at heart. The apple crumb pie was also so delicious, grab a slice!

I'm always on the hunt for house-made chai and there are only a handful of places in Austin that make their own chai from scratch. Quackenbush is one of them and their chai is delicious! It's one of my top 4 favorite chais in Austin. Lots of spice and not too sweet, unless you like it sweet and then they'll make it with their house-made horchata. Ohmygosh. So good. The service is also super friendly. Very family style, laid back, keep Austin weird kind of place. Love it!

white cake is deceptively delicious. you think it's plain white cake nope it's beyond delicious. the peanut butter chocolate cake is my fave cake of all time.

If you're in a mood to have cake for breakfast, but still want to pretend like you're making a responsible choice: Welcome home. The vegan chocolate muffins are definitely just giant, unfrosted cupcakes. Dark and rich, sweet but not cloying, super moist and tender, they're everything you could ever want in a dessert that's still socially acceptable to eat first thing in the morning. You've got plenty of non-dairy milk options for lattes and other coffee drinks, because of course they're open fairly early... Sounds like an easy one-stop deal to me.

Have been here a many times and it's usually just fine. But recently experienced terrible customer service and they've permanently lost me as a customer. Just know that if anything ever goes wrong with your order, and you politely mention it, you will be immediately and vociferously assailed. I will simply start spending my money at one of the dozens of other local coffee shops.

Finally went to try out Quackenbush after my partner had recommended it. Absolutely love the atmosphere that they've put together in the coffee shop, but more than that is the wide range of drinks and eats they have. It's also a great price considering that everything has become overpriced but not here. If you're meeting someone for catch up or doing some studying, perfect place to go. They also have events often to truly bring the community together.

The BOMB DOT COM! Look no further for a chill spot. Quack Quack You Will Come Back.....again and again! Opens at 7:00 AM *So their hours are far later than showing of Yelp....as of this writing open till midnight (bar side) everyday except Sundays when its open till 10:00 PM * Fantastic coffee drinks - a full menu of cold and hot ones. Definitely recommend the sweet Vietnamese cold coffee for a sweet treat....add a shot and wake the F up! Croissants, Bagels and other breakfast baked items. Does not have a full menu of food...yet they do have all things baked and sweet. Great public wifi available - the highlight of the spot is the ability to get work done on your laptop without being bothered - the ultimate chill spot. Personally I got here in the morning and spent the entire day here. Once 5:00 rolls around you can fold up the laptop and notebooks and dive into happy hour with a cocktail. Essentially there are two sides - "business in the front - party in the back" Having recently moved part time to Austin this is absolutely one of my newly discovered gems in South Austin.

Bad bland scone, counterperson didn't call our name loudly enough so coffee got cold before we even got it, won't let you carry dogs through to the back patio like the previous occupants did (Strange Brew).

Coffee culture is strong in Austin. Don't be surprised to find three coffee shops even in the same strip mall. We were actually on our way to Austin Java but noticed Capt. Q's (sorry, too lazy to write it out) because they were decked out for Halloween. Hmm...couldn't hurt just to peek inside, right? They have a big menu of pastries, cakes and sweets. I was super excited when I saw homemade chaider on their menu. I've probably had this only one other time, but if you haven't had a chai and apple cider mixed together, you are missing out! All thoughts of the other coffee shop went out the window. I also ordered tea cookies in the shape of witches fingers to go with it. Adorbs. I should also note that this coffee shop also offers alcohol so I could totally see working here during the day if you need to. Two thumbs up for the Captain!

We were so excited to try, and very disappointed with what we got. This is a rough but honest review. Sorry in advance. The desserts we got: Vegan Ganache (Slice) Jumbo Peanut Butter Cupcake The Guava Bar Tiramisu 1 star for friendly service, 1 star for decent tiramisu. Out of 4 desserts that we purchased yesterday only 1 was palatable. What we were most excited about and most disappointed with: the vegan ganache. It was so, so dry and the flavor was not pleasant. The strangest combination: the peanut butter cupcake. It had the most bizarre herb taste in the frosting, like spearmint or something got mixed in by accident. The combination makes my stomach turn just thinking about it. I was so grateful we did not stay to eat at the restaurant because I immediately spit it out after taking a bite. I would have felt terrible doing that in front of the nice employees. The okay but also not okay: the guava bar had good guava flavor but the crust tasted like iron. The only other star: the tiramisu was good and well soaked with coffee, but considering it was pretty average it felt overpriced. My sister and I went for her birthday because she loves desserts and wanted to try various options instead of a traditional cake. It did not turn out to be the experience we hoped. I'm sorry, but we have no interest in returning to this or any Quack's location. I felt bad about not enjoying the desserts, but I felt worse for my sister since these were supposed to be a fun and yummy way to celebrate her birthday.

Super solid pastries with coffee-lover-grade-coffee (strong). Great space, too. I love coming here to do work & focus on to do lists with my cuppa & a sweet. The community feel is so warm, they have live music at certain times, occasional markets, etc. Staff is amaze. What other reasons do you need to not give your money to corporate billionaires? Go to a local bakery like Quacks & you'll be glad you did!

My go to for all my pastry needs! The staff is always so helpful and kind. And I can't say enough about all the yummy muffins, scones, and pop tarts. They offer large boxes with a nice presentation for client gifts.

Welcome to South Austin, Captain Quackenbush Coffeehouse! I am super thrilled to have some of the freshest coffee and most delicious cakes, pies, and treats just down the street from me! We have purchased a pie and a cake from here verrrrry last minute (one of those times being the day before Thanksgiving) and we were impressed with 1) the amount of choices available, 2) how delicious each pie and cake was, 3) how easy it was to order online and get inventory over the phone of what was left and available. I can vouch that the chocolate crème pie was amazing & delicate and the triple chocolate cake was delicious as we ate every single bite of this cake. Highly recommend both! The patio is friendly and open for you to sit and enjoy your coffee or tea and dessert. I really like the back patio & seating as well if the front patio is not your jam.

So happy to find a Quack's on the south side, where all good things belong! Really nice quiche, scones,& cookies. Plenty parking, plenty seating, laid-back vibe with great background music selection. Love it!

A first rate coffee house. * * * Coffee houses of any persuasion used to be few and far between in Far South Austin - That situation has improved dramatically in recent years * * * In the old days, here is how you judged a coffee house in Far South Austin. [Does It Have Coffee?] If it did, it got a five star review. By this standard, Jim's was an absolute mecca. Finding a Starbucks was like finding a $100 bill in your sofa cushions. * * * Now, there are enough classy establishments in the Far South, That we can afford to be fussy. Radio was a major pioneer here. (Radio is still one of the best coffee houses in Austin anywhere.) Lots of other small artisanal places have arisen to give Radio a run for its money. * * * Where does Captain Quackenbush fit into this new Far South Scene? 1) Coffee-wise the coffee is standard issue. Perfectly functional - But you would not invite a Coffee-ologist from Harvard to decipher any Quackenbush brewing secrets. 2) Space-wise the place has intriguing possibilities. On pure looks, nothing in the South beats Radio. But Captain Quack's has two outdoor spaces - which are very helpful in times of pandemic. There is a thin strip of tables on the sidewalk in front of the coffee house. You look at a parking lot and the traffic on Menchaca. But it is open air and you have your own table. There is the world's ugliest backyard behind Captain Quack's. But they got lots of tables and nobody is out there (because it is so ugly). So you can drink your coffee and work and catch zero diseases. Inside they have two big very separate rooms, neither of which is especially crowded. You can stay indoors when it is raining and maintain nice social distance. (Note the contrast with the jam-packed Monkey's Nest on the North side.) Thumbs up here. 3) Music quality? Epic. Or rather, Epoch. Epoch has the best playlist of any coffee house in the city. Captain Quack's can match them one for one with new and interesting artists. 4) Food. Wow wow wow wow wow wow wow. Now to be fair, they do not have really obscure or hard to get items. If you want a coffee house with a unique and distinctive kitchen go to either of the two Sa-Tens. At Sa-Ten, you get fusion Japanese dishes with idiosyncratic coffee drinks to boot. What Quackenbush does is bake. Quackenbush bakes really really well. They have about fifteen times as many baked good choices as you get in any of the standard independent coffee houses. They have three times as many choices as Russell's - the other major bakery-oriented coffee-house in Austin. Quack's baked goods are better to boot. The day I went, there was a huge selection of scones, a huge-r collection of cupcakes and all sorts of other miscellaneous goodies as well. I went with a traditional coffee cake, and a chocolate peanut butter cupcake. Strangely, they tasted just like a traditional coffee cake and a chocolate peanut butter cupcake. (Who wudda thunk?) Both of them Were Just Fine. Add a good latte, A fine fine workspace at a nearly empty bar with tons of space and electrical sockets And fine fine post punk on the sound system. Life was good. The nearest human being was twenty yards away. * * * So yes, Quackenbush's is a fine establishment. If you want food other than baked goods, They have them - although the choices are limited. But that is not why you are here. You are being good and noble. You are doing all this hard work. You deserve to be rewarded for your efforts. You should get a cookie ... And a piece of pie ... And a muffin ... And a scone ... And a piece of cake ... (You can see where this is going.) Just make sure you get a lot of work done To justify all of those rewards.

First, the name is lovely to say and brings a smile to my face, "When we are off to Captain Quackenbush's" Try the Ding Dong Cupcake It's a delight.

Great food. Super tasty pastries and baked goods. Great coffee as well. I am not sure if all of the employees woke up with a hangover or if they all came to the realization that they were upset with their lot in life, but the service was disgruntled and rude.

This was our second time stopping by this coffee shop. It was better this time than last time, because the staff seemed to be a little more friendly this time around. Great spot to grab a pastry, coffee, and work a little.

Randomly stumbled upon this this place, and I am SO glad we did! The sweet treats are absolutely TO. DIE. FOR. but the best thing about this place is definitely the people. Every time I venture in, there's a different person working the counter and they are all the sweetest! Highly recommend the red velvet cake - it actually might be the best I've ever had! :)

I love Captain Quakenbush's Coffeehouse! They have wonderful desserts. I highly recommend the cake slices (so soft anf moist) and the cinnamon rolls. The staff is friendly and all wear masks which make people like me more comfortable. I am especially happy that they are raisingoney for Ukraine. If you buy one of their sugar cookies painted like the Ukraine flag, they donate that money to the relief efforts. They have raised over 5000 so far. You should at least check this place out to help our neighbors on the other side of the world and also get yourself a little something else. I haven't explored their coffee drinks but I have at their sister store called Quacks. I am assuming their drinks are similarly good. You will find more than enough parking here and they indoor and 2-person table outdoor seating. I've sat outside before and the chairs are okay. They aren't a problem if you are just there for a bit but if you are there with your laptop to study or work, the chairs can get uncomfortable. And it uaually isn't busy here at all so definitely a great place to check out!

After leaving Moreno BBQ just up the street, the wife abruptly served in pulled into the parking lot with out Any notice....What the?? I said....She pointed ....Coffee...Bakery...The list is getting large on the cold coffee/bakery side....and I will say this was the most impressive from the bakery stand point....they had just about anything you wanted. Makes it really tuff to choose. After a ton a pacing in front of the beautiful cases I made the move on the Sugared Cinnamon Roll and the wife went with the Cinnamon Pull apart....and of course a couple coffees to go. They were both top notch bakery items. Tender on the inside....Perfect outside....I loved the cinnamon crunch on the Sugared Cinnamon Roll....It wasnt until we got home that we put 2 & 2 together that this place is a spin off of Quaks Bakery, which we love...haven't been in a bit, but we do remember it. Very good find by the wife...Bookmarked for future visits.

Excellent coffee and bakery goods!! Big quiet space to work during the day. Staff super helpful