Dear Diary Coffee

The cafe had a cute vibe that was quite charming. What I particularly appreciated was their commitment to supporting local artists, with art adorning the walls that added to the cozy atmosphere. The friendly service further enhanced the experience, making it feel like a welcoming community hub. Although their specialty coffee was on the expensive side ($8 including tax+tip), I decided to give the barista-recommended spiced vanilla latte a try, and unfortunately, it didn't quite live up to the high expectations. Nevertheless, the cafe proved to be a good study/work spot, offering a comfortable and conducive environment for productivity.

The first time getting coffee I had no idea what to get, Max was very patient with me and they recommended me the Cleopatra. If you like Chai and Pistachio you Will love this drink. It was so delicious and Max made it with so much love!! The second time I visited I believe his name was Danny! He was incredible, I was filming for my YouTube and he took his barista skills to a whole new level. I really love Dear Diary one of my new favorite coffee shops in Austin!

I love this place, great atmosphere.The desserts and coffee really good. All the other coffee place look alike and this place also has a pretty unique cute vibe. Love their diaries as well.

I spend an hour looking up local coffee shops that offer vegan and gluten free options! Dear Diary kept coming up, so I drove in the pouring rain from the other side of Austin to visit them and I’m so glad I did! Staff were so friendly and knowledgeable and recommended the Golden Milk Latte with maple which Adel made and it is the best golden milk I’ve had in my entire life. I also ordered a taco and one of the cookies and I’m in literal coffee shop bliss. The atmosphere is so precious!! Highly recommend!

I visited this place as it was supposed to be part of Austinite Passport 101, however it turned out that they had stopped supporting it and passport has not been updated yet to reflect that. I ordered my usual go-to Flat White and it came out good.

Very cool vegan coffee shop in Austin. We loved the breakfast tacos and vegan pop tarts. It also has a lot of writing supplies to buy, plus stickers and writing journals. We went both days we were here.

First time there for a local meet up with a club I'm in, and I was pleasantly surprised at this place! It's small, but cozy. The staff were polite and super helpful with all my questions. Though I am not a coffee person, I asked for their sweetest drink and their Marshmallow Latte didn't disappoint! Plus, they have a large selection of local vendors in the back, which I thoroughly enjoyed. My only complaint is there's no designated parking, so you'll either have to pay to park in the parking lot across the street, or park on the curb in the nearby residential neighborhood. Despite this, it didn't dampen my experience with Dear Diary Coffee.

Amazing coffee shop! I stopped by here to grab a drink and do some work before heading to the airport. I had a great vegan Waffle Cone iced latte, the Wifi was strong, and the shop is cute. Def recommend. They do have gluten free baked goods from a local shop, but I researched that bakery, and it doesn’t appear to be safe for celiacs.

Accidentally stumbled upon Dear Diary while on the way to get a bagel, but was drawn in by the huge VEGAN sign on the front! Loved the grab and go options and had a yummy breakfast taco from The Vegan Nom. It was indeed Nom! While the coffeehouse space is quite small, there were many people on laptops there and tons of cute art for sale!

I went to Dear Diary shortly after they opened on a Friday morning so it wasn't busy at all. I ordered an iced pistachio latte and a breakfast taco which came out to about $11. While my safe choice is always an iced vanilla latte, their nice mix of syrup offerings intrigued me and I decided to say f*ck it and try pistachio. It wasn't too bad and had a nice nutty aftertaste which I quite like. The breakfast taco was the perfect to cure my early morning hunger and the salsa they have added a nice spicy kick. What stands out to me about Dear Diary is the small marketplace vibe they have where they sell things from local artists like crochet projects, earrings, ceramics, etc. Super cute and I think it really fits the Austin vibe. The place has some tables and seats, but I can see them filling up quickly when they get busier (aka not at 7:30 in the morning). In classic east Austin fashion, there isn't a parking lot but there is street and neighborhood parking around the area.

The staff is always friendly and very fast with my order in the morning. They always accommodate my nondairy requests and my flavor add-ons are always done right. The coffee is really good and so are the tacos. It's fast, delicious and convenient.

I stopped by after getting some stuff from Paws on Chicon across the street. I didn't realize that this shop was vegan so no dairy. Here I am ordering lattes with regular milk - the cashier simply said "we don't have dairy" which it took me a minute to process what she meant..."ohhhh wait, this place is vegan?? Cool then oat milk works" was my exact reaction. They have art work for sale and lots of knick knacks. I could see people coming here to read or have a quick coffee date. Small space and the lattes were just okay.

We found this place by accident but this place is a true gem! It's 100% vegan and offers up coffees, teas and pastries as well as vegan tacos for breakfast!! We got a vegan taco and enjoyed the cozy space. The service was fast and friendly!

Look I love the idea of this place. And I hate to ever give a vegan place less than 5 stars, however, the staff can't make a good coffee. Every time I go I'm disappointed and out at least 20 bucks. They are also always out of the vegan Kolaches, which aren't that good in the first place. I just like the idea of going to a vegan breakfast place that supports local artists. Great concept poorly executed. I will say the vegan cake is delicious. And I enjoy the community journal. Those 2 things and the bathroom wall paper is what I enjoy most. And the pottery coffee mugs from one of their artists.

Was super excited to try Dear Diary Coffee because of the great reviews. Unfortunately we were extremely let down. The matcha latte we were given looked nothing close to the quality of other lattes in the pictures. The matcha tasted bitter and there were tons of clumps at the bottom. Assuming that matcha was not whisked and prepared properly and it's not ceremonial grade. My drink was inedible so had to throw it away due to the terrible preparation. Don't waste your money like me :( would not recommend this spot for matcha.

Dear Diary Coffeehouse is the epitome of Austin's quirky, all-vegan coffee scene. This place has a unique charm and a community vibe that really won me over, especially with their inventive pastry selection. I was eyeing the peanut butter cups, but with the barista's recommendation, I went for the pop tart - something I haven't enjoyed since childhood. The apple pie flavor was a delightful choice - make sure to ask them to warm it up for you. It's a game-changer. And to drink, I kept it simple with a superb oat milk latte. I loved the decor of the space with a mini gift shop all around the perimeter. My favorite little detail was the community notebook which everyone can contribute too!

Most amazing coffee shop yet in Austin. The workers are fabulous and I just love the vibes and wholesomeness in here. I love all the local art and how inclusive they are. I wish I lived a little closer because I'd be there every day! I'm an artist myself, and it was so life giving to be in a place full of color and inspiration! Also the baristas really were huge fans of the whole menu and I knew i could trust them with my life on what to try! I believe I got a pistachio matcha and it was incredible.

We went here after our workout on a whim and it did not disappoint. I am not a coffee person so I get anxiety when people want to do coffee. However this place has many other non coffee options which was nice to see. I got the hibiscus tea and thoroughly enjoyed it. We also got vegan breakfast tacos which really hit the spot after an intense workout and is highly recommended. I do not think they make the tacos in house though I can't remember where they get them from. Either way, the tacos and tea are good and the actual cafe is very cute inside. There are a lot of fun stationary items to explore. This place would be a good place to come by and do some work because it wasn't super crowded and loud. I will definitely go again, most likely after my workout!

My wife and I stumbled on this coffee shop to finish some work. There was a lot of seating and tables to work from and guest wifi. The barista was kind and helpful, as well as very personable. They have a few gluten-free pastry options and the pastry we had and coffee were solid. I'll have to bookmark this place to visit when I'm in the area again.

The cafe had a cute vibe that immediately charmed me upon entering. What I particularly appreciated was their commitment to supporting local artists, with art adorning the walls that added to the cozy atmosphere. The friendly service further enhanced the experience, making it feel like a welcoming community hub. Although their specialty coffee was on the expensive side, I decided to give the barista-recommended spiced vanilla latte a try, and while it was alright, it didn't quite live up to the high expectations. Nevertheless, the cafe proved to be a good study/work spot, offering a comfortable and conducive environment for productivity, making it a place I'd consider returning to despite the coffee experience.

Bottom Line: Cute, women owned coffee shop with tasty coffee and friendly drinks but limited parking. I made several visits to Dear Diary Coffeehouse while visiting Austin. The first time I visited it was early morning and without there being any line I had the luxury of asking the staff many questions about various drinks and products. I appreciate how patient they were with all of my inquiries. Ultimately I ordered a drip coffee for myself (yep, I am a boring black coffee drinker) but a variety of drinks for my friends including Cortana Espresso, Cold Brew, loose leaf tea and such. Everyone found the coffee drinks to be excellent. This became our go-to coffee spot while in Austin and I personally enjoyed the cute cat stickers that they place on the cups to help with identification of the drinks. The only drawback is that parking is very limited. In the early morning we were easily able to snag a street spot but later in the day we had to drop people off and circle the block.

Drinks were good happy to finally see a vegan hot chocolate since they usually have dairy in the chocolate part so that was nice. Even when the weather is a bit on the warmer side i like my hot chocolate lol i am cold blooded and will gladly be in the ac with a blanket and hot beverages lol. The spiced vanilla was ok didn't really taste like horchata as the description said though. Workers were friendly and quick to fill the order. I found parking easily but not sure if i just went at a good time or if that's how parking is every day.

Great service and ambience! We enjoyed our coffee and the barista was quite helpful! Everything is vegan so keep that in mind when ordering!

This is a really cute little place. Not only do they serve coffee, but they offer lots of table space for working and journaling. They even sell journaling equipment like pens/highlighters, stickers, and small paper journals. As for the coffee, I had a cold brew with fresh made oat milk. It was good coffee, and I appreciated the milk. If you've never had fresh-made oat milk it's a different flavor, bolder. They also offer a variety of gluten-free baked goods, as well as breakfast tacos, and yogurt parfaits. I like that this business is woman-owned. I want to go back here and work some time. Check it out if you're in the neighborhood!

Very good coffee and great selection of 100% vegan breakfast items, tacos, and desserts. Also love that they showcase art for sale by local Austin artists.

Dear Diary is definitely a cute place to sit down, drink coffee and get work done. I thoroughly enjoyed my Sunday studying here. I was even able to catch their open mic night and experienced lots of singing and more! The energy was very nice! Highly recommend for anyone who is wanting a vegan friendly and cute place to sip on some good coffee!

I got a matcha latte with oat milk and it was delicious. I'm not sure what oat milk they use, or if they have their own in-house version, but it is smooth and doesn't taste too nutty or earthy like others! The matcha latte itself wasn't too sweet either, which I really appreciated. I also got the blueberry lemon muffin and it tasted great! It was more crumbly than your typical muffin, but it's vegan and will naturally have a different texture to it. The flavor of the muffin mattered more for me, and it tasted great. I love how there was local art for sale along the walls of the coffeehouse - I would definitely come back!

I was stopping in the area and needed a pick-me-up so I stopped here. I'm glad I did. - curb parking and indoor seating. - coffee was rich and brewed fresh - Service behind the counter was friendly and relaxed! - Inside looked like quintessential Austin: youthful and wacky. - great study / meeting location with plenty of tables and electrical outlets. -wifi -conveniently located near-ish to the highway, I will be back next time I'm in Caesar Chavez/ area. P.S. -it's 100% women owned!!!

Great coffee! I love that there are so many items to purchase from the local artists/vendors.

Easily one of my favorite coffee places in Austin. Had a delicious cinnamon roll latte with a mushroom spinach kolache It was absolute fun reading through the community diary and adding in some of my own messages.

This the the epitome of a nice memorable college artsy style coffee shop. It has a good selection of coffee and teas. It is all vegan based cafe. No second guessing on if something has dairy in it or not. It's tucked away inside of the Rosewood East Austin district. Nice art on the walls, options to add a story or piece of art to the place as well. Highly recommended!

Really great location and I love the outdoor seating close to the place. Parking is also not bad either. Limited indoor seating - wouldn't come with a large group. The vibe really reflects Austin (especially East Austin well). Eccentric and artsy (if that's the type of coffee shop you like). Music was not loud either! The coffee is just okay though (personal opinion since I see many people praising it). It had good food selection from what I could see. We got a matcha and a latte. Both of which were decent, but nothing crazy good in comparison to the competition around here. Definitely a good neighborhood place, but don't plan on studying there.

First pumpkin spiced latte of the season (with oat milk). An adorable vegan coffee shop with a strong artist community focus. My heart is full -Free wi-fi -desks for laptop work with outlets in the benches -small loveseat -Local art books, manga, pictures and stickers sold on shelves -community events hosted for artists

Another successful trip to a great company in Austin! I got a Spicy Seitan Kolache and it was absolutely stunning taste-wise. One aspect where I had to take 1 star out of the 5 max, is that the tables weren't necessarily clean... Not that everything has to be perfect, but I wouldn't really want crumbs on the table I was going to be sitting at. Not a bad idea if you want coffee, because my dad gave me a few sips and it was delicious . The service wasn't anything out of the ordinary, but I wasn't really expecting them to treat me like a king anyway. Amazing restaurant overall, and I would certainly love to come again.

dear diary is a vegan based coffee shop located in the east side! they often have events with live music and markets with different artists and vendors so be sure to check out their instagram for any updates! when you walk in there's a shelf full of art from local artists and stationary items for sale which was pretty cool to browse through. the iced vanilla lavender latte was not sweet enough for me so i ended up adding honey to adjust it! it was very smooth and creamy but it was lacking the lavender flavor. we weren't too big on the kolaches tbh. the kolaches were a lil too dry and the bbq flavor for the seitan kolache was ~different. the dijon aioli worked so well the kolaches though. this was also my first time trying seitan, a plant based protein generally made of wheat. the texture was chewy similar to vietnamese cha lua (ham) which i thought was interesting. im glad i got to try something new though! what we got: - iced vanilla lavender oat latte - mushroom spinach kolache w dijon aioli - bbq seitan kolache w dijon aioli ig: @whatsviveating

I haven't been to Austin in years and had forgotten about their incredible coffee scene. Walking into Dear Diary was like being welcomed by an old friend. The ambiance was warm and inviting with enough personality to let you know that this wasn't a cookie cutter spot. We were greeted by the friendly Nathan, who was so charming you felt like this was *his* coffee shop. It's not everyday that you bump into someone who takes pride in where they work. He beckoned us into the "plant-powered oasis" that is Dear Diary, explaining that everything on the menu was plant-based, even the beefy looking breakfast biscuit sandwiches. Coffee was the first order of business, so we ordered a dirty chai and a cinnamon roll latte. Once we knew that caffeine was on its way we could focus on food. I went with mushroom spinach kolache while my partner snagged the aforementioned breakfast sandwich. Gonna be honest, everything was fantastic. The kolache and dijon aioli combo was great and the sausage biswich pleasantly surprised my meat eater palate. Little tip, the dijon aioli goes great with the biswich too. My only regret was that we were only in Austin for one day *and* that I didn't get one of their kitty t-shirts. This place instantly became a fave.

Adorable coffee shop, love that it's completely vegan! Great selection of coffee & non-coffee drinks, food, and pastries! Miles also provided great service and was very kind & friendly.

Great coffee! Hazelnut pistachio was so delicious. Ambience is wonderful and lots of fun and quirky items to purchase inside. Barista could not have been more friendly and helpful.

Baristas were very friendly and helpful. I like the combination of getting a coffee and shopping for the cute things. I got a hot latte and it was fabulous.

Nice staff and yummy dishes. My favorite is the honey latte and all the Kolaches. New fave destination in town.

A VEGAN COFFEE SHOP!! I love it! Always wanted a place to get coffee with guaranteed vegan snacks to go along with an iced coffee. This will be my new spot for sure! Had the special waffle cone latte with oat milk which was great and the BF had caramel latte which he really liked as well. We tried the chick'n n rice tacos which were like little burritos, the mushroom spinach koulache which was like a little hot pocket, and a vegan pop tart! All of it was amazing! Will definitely visit again soon!

I am currently in my little coffee shop tour in Austin, and I stumbled across here. They had very nice staff, but I'd say pretty limited seating. The parking situation isn't too incredible either. The place is very progressive which is great in nature and a plus, but I do think I wouldn't go incredibly out of my way to visit. There's nothing really 'wow' to me; however, I do think the place is worth the visit

In response to the owner: while I appreciate that you offered to not tip that wasn't at all anything that had to do with my review. I have no issue with tipping. The price and quality of the coffee was not what I believed to be something I'd come back for. The parking also was a deterrent. Either way glad I at least tried it. The atmosphere was cute they had great merch. Prices are too high for the quantity. I got a mocha latte and the yogurt with granola. It was ok but not my fav. Parking also isn't abundant. While I like the concept I probably wouldn't go again.

We've passed by the coffee shop in the afternoon dozens of times when it's closed and we are taking our dog to Paws on Chicon. Was looking for a place in East Austin to stop at before a hike and when we saw this pop up, we knew it was finally time! Third Coast coffee is one of my favorite Austin based coffee roasters and they are the coffee used for the cold brew at Dear Diary. I went with the Maple Oat Nitro Cold Brew coffee and it was perfection. The creamy smoothness of the nitro was enhanced by the oat milk and the subtle maple flavor really brought out the chocolate notes of the coffee. Will definitely be back!

UPDATE: Adding a star due to management's responsiveness and sincere desire to create a positive experience with customers. It's much appreciated Honestly might have just been a one-time off experience. I wanted to love this place CONS: I stopped in during the Austin Studio Tour on 11/12am. I was the only customer in line and stood at the counter while the employees saw me, didn't greet me and continued to finish their personal conversation. I was far more friendly and welcoming to them than they were to me. I tried to not let this color the experience. I asked for the nitro cold brew. They were out of nitrogen so I was offered the regular cold brew.. totally fine, it happens. Then was asked if I wanted anything in it... I said 2% was fine, forgetting they were a vegan coffee shop. The employee was pretty rude and short with me when correcting me on this. It came across very pretentious and judgmental. No problem... I was fine with almond milk. So I paid, tipped on principal and left. It was easily the worst coffee I have had in a very long time. It tasted terrible. The almond milk look separated. I took two sips and had to throw it out. PROS: the location is very cute and I love that they support local artists.

I've had the oat milk latte and the matcha latte with oat milk so far- both were SO yummy. They are fast and the staff has been very kind of both visits so far. Love this little spot!

Their chai latte is so good! It's on the creamy side, which I love. It was also mixed well, so there wasn't a lot of The barista was so friendly, and I loved the vibe/interior of the coffee shop. It was really clean, bright, and open. I also love the concept of showcasing local artists' art. I would definitely come again! This will go in my "Best Austin Coffee" bookmarks.

Absolutely LOVE the ambiance; lots of local art work and occasional open mics. The service can be a bit slow but the employees are so kind so it makes up for it. The lattes are great from what I've tried but the tacos aren't worth it in my opinion... The wrapper gets stuck to the tacos and when you try ripping it off, it tears apart the whole taco and you lose most of your tortilla. If they found a new way to package them I would definitely try them again!

Cute, artsy coffee shop that is perfect for studying or working. I checked out Dear Diary to catch up with a friend and the vibes were definitely more quiet study space and less of a catch up with friends space. There aren't too many tables and they are pretty close together so we felt a little awkward since we were the only ones talking.

So happy to have found this nice little coffee shop in East Austin! Staff is super friendly and progressive, coffee is great, and the space is also very charming, conducive to creative projects and inspiration. Walls are adorned with beautiful art - something lacking in Austin, where art usually ranges anywhere from cute and quaint, to seemingly recycled garbage. Consistent good art is not something most Texans have an eye for - yet. This is changing though, as I'm happy to report! The barristas put together a top notch oatmilk cappuccino for me and even took time to blend in the sugar with the espresso while making it. They have a good attention to detail, for sure! I'm very pleased to add Dear Diary to my go to places for good coffee in the future.

Been coming here for two years now multiple times a week. So grateful to Colleen, Bradley, Rachel, Mercy for being very kind and lovely every visit. Number one favorite coffee in ATX for the FLAVOR too - love every bean: espresso, cold brew, regular brew. Always something new to discover here! They change up the food, pastries, desserts, drinks, art, zines, maker supplies, and events VERY frequently. Never not awesome.

One of our favorite coffee shops in Austin. Delicious breakfast tacos and kolaches and sweets and pastries - all locally made. Fun stationary and art made by local artists. Super nice staff and, of course, delicious coffee. Oh did I mention it was Vegan? But if your skeptic still give it a shot! Amazing black cold brew on tap and the local pastries are so top notch, even if you're like , you'll be impressed.

Dear Diary is great. I a solid A-tier coffee shop. It's niche in the coffee shop scene is vegan food. Best spot to get your oatmilk latte and a soy breakfast taco, if you're into that. If you're not, it's still good, just maybe a little pricey. The atmosphere is fun though in an indie way. Interior is a little forgettable but the patio is stand out. In terms of atmosphere, there's a lot going here. When the weather is nice, they have a unique courtyard with these cool circular tables and a pond. The tables have art on them. It doesn't feel like another forgettable outdoor picnic table patio. The inside feels a little sterile and is a little forgettable. Very aluminum wood and glass. They have cool art on the walls though and off brand muji notebooks for sale. In terms of coffee/cold brew, very solid. Not the best cup in town but very passable. Better than what i can make. I like their coffee better than cold brew. I usually get oat milk. You can get soy, or almond though. Good variety. Matcha is good too but on the sweeter side. In terms of pastries and tacos great variety. They switched from bistro vonish to lick it up for tacos recently. Feels like a step down. Markup isn't bad. Just 50 cents over the price at lick it up. Its great to have a one stop coffee stop. The day old pastries are solid, value. In terms of regular pastries the donuts are especially good-- even for vegan standard. Not sure where they're sourced but I need to find out.

Dear Diary is so freakin adorable! It's super cozy inside, and decorated in an artsy way that's not overdone. I know it's a bit on the pricy side, but the drinks are so worth it! DD is a completely vegan coffee shop that is lgbtqia inclusive. We need more of these places! Today, I went to a private event at DD. There was only one barista working, but they were a complete rockstar! Bradly was so patient with our large group and so kind to everyone. They did an amazing job making us feel at home. Thanks, Bradly!

coffee is amazing but a lil pricey - $5-$7 a latte or regular coffee - blame no one but inflation and recession of course. Ambience to work : 8/10 - table is a bit small and limited space Parking : no parking lot so park on the side of the street

WHY aren't more people talking about this bastion of superlative third-wave coffee practices? First of all, mad respect for opening right at the beginning of the pandemic, and still producing top notch food and beverages despite the odds. The espresso program is on point, which means you can get your fancy seasonal lattes with all the bells and whistles, or a simple shot of espresso, prepared with equal care, not pretension. Personally, I love the fact that they're unafraid to go off the beaten path. Wheatgrass lattes? Hell yeah! Give it a shot- No pun intended. The pastry case is largely furnished by local operations, with kolaches, tacos, and sandwiches prepared by Bistro Vonish, of particular note. Plenty of tender cake slices and soft cookies for the sweet tooth, too. Though the dining area turned out to be too small for proper social distancing, I love the fact that they turned that around and made it into more of a shoppable art gallery, supporting local illustrators instead. Get caffeinated, get cultured, and invest your dollars here!

Low key coffee shop near East Austin. Lots of tables and space. Friendly staff and welcoming environment. They offer pastries, sandwiches too. The muffin and bread were both great. I went here every day while on vacation!

SOCIAL DISTANCING TAKE OUT REVIEW: This is a brand new coffee shop on the East Side that one day will be haven for artists and creatives to gather in their warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed space. Every piece of this sweet shop is carefully curated with a focus on supporting local artisans. The roasts from Third Coast are perfect, vegan treats from Celeste's (omg the banaaaaana brreeeeeaaaddd), and more. Order and pay via a very user friendly site: ddatx.live/menu and schedule your pick up. They'll have your coffee and treats hot and ready to go, in a very clean/safe and organized pick up area at the door. I can't wait to be able to relax with cup and a project amidst the welcoming artist area there in the future but for now, I've found new lovely place to get our regular coffee. Now go forth and support local businesses!!