The Hive

As a local Realtor with Amazing Realty, I often look for comfortable and inviting spaces where I can meet clients, brainstorm with colleagues, and enjoy a great cup of coffee. The Hive coffee house in South Austin is the perfect spot for just that! From the moment you step inside, The Hive exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It boasts plenty of quiet spaces perfect for relaxing, working, or chatting with friends. The layout encourages productivity, making it an ideal location for Realtors like myself to gather, share insights about the real estate market, and explore the vibrant South Austin neighborhoods. One of my favorite features is the fabulous outdoor space. It’s a great place to soak up the sun while enjoying a delicious drink and catching the local vibes. During my recent visit, I tried the pineapple coconut smoothie, and let me tell you—it was absolutely beach-worthy! The perfect refreshing treat to energize my day. If you’re looking for a cozy coffee shop that fuels creativity and collaboration, The Hive is a must-visit. It’s a wonderful environment that not only supports local businesses like Amazing Realty but also fosters community connections and conversations. I highly recommend stopping by The Hive for your next coffee break. You won’t be disappointed!

Good coffee & friendly service. I reckon I have to come back to experience the non-coffee with the great atmosphere. Atmosphere always increases the star count. I sat outside in the back for a bit & gave my coffee an extra stir. I didn't get to explore what appeared to possibly be a small raised garden area. I'll have to go back to check it out. I also enjoyed a rocking chair on the front porch. Snacks available & some food trailers/trucks outside. Definitely a coffee spot to give a try to see for yourself.

The Hive Review The Hive is a coffee shop primarily designed with parents and young children in mind. The outdoor area is massive, featuring a large playground with slides, toys, and plenty of space for kids to run around. Parents can relax, drink coffee, and socialize while their children play freely, making it a great community spot. Beyond the play area, there’s even a vegetable garden outside, which I hope is used for their kitchen. The indoor space is also quite large, divided into different sections that serve various purposes—some areas are great for working, while others are more suited for casual conversations. One particularly interesting feature is a dedicated conference-style room with a large table and chairs, something I haven’t seen in other cafés. It seems like a great option for small meetings or gatherings. The menu is simple, offering a few variations of croissants and other light options. The coffee is average—not bad, but not the main focus here. This place is more about the experience and atmosphere rather than gourmet food or specialty coffee. The furniture is older, and the design isn’t modern at all, but that fits the laid-back nature of the café. The real highlight is the variety of spaces and the unique setup for families, making it stand out from other coffee shops. If you’re a parent looking for a place to enjoy coffee while your kids stay entertained, The Hive is a great choice.

This is further south than I would usually venture but I would say a great work from home spot for anyone in South Austin! The staff was really friendly and was able to guide me since it was my first time visiting. It is a great place to work- plenty of tables and even couches. They also have an outdoor area and meeting rooms(not sure if you need to reserve beforehand). I literally came just to work so I got one of the specialty coffees with a little bit of hazelnut added 😉 Plenty of parking, so dont worry about that.

This place is must for your coffee rotation. The service and atmosphere is amazing. The staff is friendly. I work remote and this place has reliable WiFi. I am on conference calls all the time. One time I was getting over being sick and had 2 hours of calls. The owner brought me chicken soup while I was on a call and cup of hot tea. It’s the little things. This is must try if you work remote

Marvelous neighborhood coffeehouse and bar. Kids playscape is a plus A.

From the terrain, to the atmosphere, to the employees, life thrives at this establishment. Every employee genuinely looks happy to be here, and after spending the better part of a work day at this venue, I can see why. All of my questions and concerns were answered in a professional and friendly manner and were complemented by a beautiful backyard and a visually appealing interior. To unwind in a healthy way, stop by and grab a delicious cup of Joe!

I absolutely love this place!!! Hive has become my go-to coffee shop for all the reasons. 1) Good quantity and quality of coffee at reasonable price.(added bonus- you don't have to pay extra for oat milk) 2) good music at reduced volume, enjoy the ambience 3) Good backyard with flowers, swing, slide and a small play area for kids 4) You can play your channel of preference outdoors so I got to watch the football match happily. Ps. They have kid friendly activities/events occasionally too

Where does The Hive start and end? Nobody knows. There's so much space, both indoors and out. The Hive gives creative energy and I love how open the and inviting the space is. The decor has that IKEA farmhouse feel, but it works! In addition to serving coffee, they also offer alcohol, smoothies, and food, making it the perfect spot for any time of day. I would recommend asking for a little less sugar in the drinks, as they were on the sweeter side.

Cozy and quiet coffee spot. The indoor and outdoor space is huge, but the parking is not great. There are also play areas outside for the little ones. The service is okay. My husband and I ordered 2 breakfast sandwiches and they put them on the same plate. Very strange to assume two adults are going to share one plate of food. The coffee is good, but the food is premade and reheated. The hive is an "a-okay" place for the area, but I would not go out of my way to come back here.

I had never been but it was worth the wait. I had to do some work and I typical stay home and work. Sadly, my furry BFF and soul dog crossed the rainbow bridge so I've been trying to get out more and be busy. I digress.... The people were very friendly. I dropped something out of my wallet and the guy in front of me helped me pick it up. I needed a pen and the nice barista lent me one! Two sweet ladies on the couches watched my stuff while I ran to the restroom. :) I didn't make it outside because it was chilly and there were lots of kids running around but...goats showed up outside. GOATS!! I don't know if it's a regular thing but everyone loves goats right? I think they have wine etc in the evenings. I will have to check that out too! Living south sure has its perks!

This is further south than I would usually venture but I would say a great work from home spot for anyone in South Austin! The staff was really friendly and was able to guide me since it was my first time visiting. It is a great place to work- plenty of tables and even couches. They also have an outdoor area and meeting rooms(not sure if you need to reserve beforehand). I literally came just to work so I got one of the specialty coffees with a little bit of hazelnut added Plenty of parking, so dont worry about that.

This is a great easy spot for a quick morning bite or afternoon for a beverage. My husband ordered an Americano and he said it was very not that good and tasted like just black coffee. However, I ordered a seasonal latte and enjoyed it. Everything came out quick. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating with food trucks surrounding the space. As for ambiance, nothing special but lots of tables. I would go back for a beverage and food truck bite sometime.

5/5 Went here for the first time on a Sunday & was impressed by the space! We got a croissant with sausage egg and cheese, an apple turnover, and a brownie and all were delicious! I had a vanilla iced coffee that was good as well. There is a lot of seating options inside and outside, with wifi access as well. There is also a full bar, we didn't try that this time but it looked like they had a lot of options! This would be a great place to come and get some work done, or grab a quick bite to eat!

Awesome lil hidden oasis coffee shop (always fresh and wonderful ambience and great quality beans )The staff is always so kind and smiling everytime I sit down ,I would highly recommend it !

A cozy coffee shop in South Austin with excellent service & atmosphere--perfect for those days when you need a change of scenery from your home office! Whether you're looking to focus, meet up with a friend, or enjoy a great cup of coffee, this place has it all.

I went here for a goat meet up event and had their London Fog. They have a large garden/outdoor area in the back and quite spacious inside seating with couches and different tables for working/studying. Their London Fog was very tasty and the staffs were very nice - even though it took longer for the barista to make my drink she was very nice about getting it out for me asap. Its a little far for me but I'd come back if I'm in the area

The coffee is pretty good & affordable! Great study place & good spot to have a quick lunch spot. The service was great! Nice people and quickly done.

Always good service, good coffee and a large place to spread out. I like the pastries too.

Update: 2nd visit, Tuesday ~10am-2pm It was much busier when I first arrived, but there was still enough seating for many people. There were plenty of people working, and it appeared that there were enough plugs for everyone. I tried: * Iced Chai Latte: Pretty standard--not bad, but not amazing. * Iced Hibiscus Tea: Pretty good, though a little watered down, but I liked it. * Iced Green Tea: Standard tea; got it sweetened, and it was nice and refreshing to drink outside. * Breakfast Sandwich (Veggie Patty): Appeared to have a typical slice of cheese and a circle egg. A bit pricey, but it was okay tasting. The one free refill for iced teas is still a nice touch :) The seating outside is very quaint. They have a pretty good fan going at least one of the tables, which made the hot Texas heat surprisingly bearable. Despite being a newer patron, they still brought the breakfast sandwich to my table. In general, the staff are very friendly and make the space a very welcoming place. I think this is my new study/reading spot!

Coffee is okay and so are the food items. Depending on the time you go it can be very hectic especially with events they host.

IF you are in the area, this is a great little spot to spend some time in. If not, you could probably find a decent place closer. The parking lot is gravel, rocks, and sand and my car was unappreciative of this fact. The vibe here is casual and relaxed, both indoors and out. Though the indoor space felt awkward for some reason. There's plenty of seating outside so get a seat there if the weather isn't too hot/cold. The espresso cocktail is delicious, but the all metal martini "glass" was weird. I shared an order of fries from the food truck and found them to be pretty filling. I came here for the purpose of playing Music Bingo. I stumbled across the event and had a blast. There are no signs about where it's played at which was confusing. So I had to ask a bar tender. It's played outside near, but not actually on, the little stage in the corner. I think all winners could get a free drink at the bar. I say think because I don't remember and we didn't win. And despite the losing, the game is pretty fun. I'd totally play again if this was closer. Bring your friends!

Pre-made tacos, pastries with jarred pie filling, no functioning bathroom. Not worth going to.

Love this cute little place! Has a massive indoor and outdoor space accommodating for anyone needing a place to works with loads of seating and outlets. Staff is always super friendly, they have a wide variety of options for breakfast, lunch, and pastry wise. Various coffees & teas as well. Only complaint is the coffee is a little sweet, and I didn't love the flavor of the honey latte - that said the vanilla was just fine minus the sweetness! They've got a few food trucks outside as well if you're in the mood for Mexican or Habibi. Lots of parking out front as well.

I always loved the Hive for studying but I especially love this place even more because of how well they treated my fur baby! One of the workers brought out a pup cup for my doggo and it brought so much joy to his face. The service here is 10/10 and so dog friendly! There's lots of fans/shade to ensure the pup stays cool.

This is a very cozy spot indeed, great to get a drink (containing alcohol, or not!). I came in the evening to hang with a friend and it was a very cute, casual, and not overly busy cafe. The porch area is cute when you walk inside and the interior is bright and cozy but with an open bar area for cafe type drinks ( coffee, tea, pastries etc.) and they have an easy to order QR scan where you can order these types of drinks, or also beer/wine. When I came I had a beer with my friend and we were able to stay until 9:30ish. They didn't have a lot of "food-food" but they had a few menu options for cafe-type food items (but it's not a sit down restaurant or anything). Overall I like this little spot, it's in a nice, non-busy area which I think gives it a chill vibe.

Love the Hive, just wish it wasn't so busy (but also great for them :))! It's been hard to find a place to sit where I can plug in my laptop charger here. But I keep coming back because it's close to home, the staff is nice, and that damn grilled cheese is really delicious! It's a cozy spot with some areas that are louder than others (for those who are looking for a quieter coffee spot to work). A popular spot for Momma's to bring their kiddos - there's a HUGE playground in the back. Adding that they also have really delicious pastries, like this lemon poppyseed muffin!

This place is awesome! A great place to come for a meeting or just to hang out. And the bacon egg and cheese breakfast tacos are EVERYTHING! The latte with lavender syrup was smooth and delicious. A resounding yes to this place!

We absolutely loved their backyard/outdoor patio, but drinks and food was just okay!! If you have a baby/toddler/small kid, definitely visit this place, they gonna love it. Service was okay. we ordered drip, cortada, morning glory muffin, Cajun turkey panini and grilled cheese sandwich. Cortado was just okay, my husband liked his drip though. Grilled cheese was good, recommend it, turkey was okay, but the chips it came with was super super salty(inedible), my son who loves chip and eats them anyway they're, dint eat it, and for the price, it was below average. My husband likes the muffin, but they're tiny. So overall recommend this place if you have kids, don't recommend it if for food and coffee!!

It's very organized, good service, fast Wi-Fi, and a good availability of seats inside and outside. It's the closest to my house, but I avoid going there cuz the place is quite smelly, it has a weird odor like a dirty place or something. I don't know, I can't stay there for long because it smells bad.

Fantastic, cool (hip and temperature) atmosphere, the food was excellent and service was notable!

This is getting too far since this is not first time. More and more places dont accept cash. What is going on? Please allow customers to use cash. Coffee is good. Foods are overpriced. Nice indoor and outdoor. Bands. We need to stand up and speak up. Go CASH! Good service.

Great place for coffee and yummy pastries. Later in the day it looks like there is a variety of food trucks there too. Nice.

Mark my words - this is the best coffee shop for getting work done in South Austin! The inside feels very homey, and they have lots of indoor, outdoor, and counter seating with lots of outlets. A lot of people wfh here, and it can be hard to find a table with outlets during peak times. Not only do they have great coffee and lots of latte flavors, they also have some food trucks outside and a small herb garden!

I've been to The Hive at least a half dozen times and keep coming back. They've been voted Best Coffee in Austin (!) but have much more to offer including great breakfast tacos, game nights, a full bar, and a backyard for the kiddos. There's plenty of indoor seating which I appreciate and no blaring music if you need to work. If you live in South Austin it should be one of your go-to coffeehouses in the area.

Let me start with saying I'm not a big coffee person...but I am big on good vibes, convenience, and not trying too hard to be "the place". The Hive is "the place" without trying - I've been 3 times in the past week, and I simply love it here. With a little something for anyone (coffee, matcha, breakfast tacos, beer, WiFi, a quiet space, AND a big yard out back), the Hive is an unassuming little oasis. Prices are great, they were open even several other little breakfast places were not down in South Austin over the holiday season, and it's easy to spend 5 minutes or 2 hours here. My personal favorites are the London fog + the bean and cheese taco. I have yet to try their food trucks, but I only look forward to my Hive visits to come.

I didn't eat here but my four year old and I played for a couple hours! We played in the play house, went down the slide and especially enjoyed the butterfly garden! It was so cute, both kid and dog friendly. Seemed like A great place to Meet friends and let the kids run. It had a nice area for babies/toddlers to crawl/walk too.

Love coming into this place. The coffee is great and I always get a bite to eat. They are usually busy since it's a very popular spot

No central HVAC (A/C), so it was extremely hot inside. Service and Drinks were great!

Ok, so I realize this is a low review as that's the true reflection of my experience BUT I see lots of potential in The Hive and will give it another shot on a less busy day. In terms of bringing my kid (18 months), I think it would have been more enjoyable with another adult since doors/space/ground was difficult to navigate or with an older kid who doesn't need a stroller for containment purposes. I went in with my 18-month-old on Labor Day in the hope that I might be able to actually drink a whole cup of coffee since they have an outdoor play space. Alas, I got barely a few sips before leaving. PARKING Parking was not great. While there was lots of space, it was difficult to maneuver and it was on one of those dusty, rocky lots that doesn't vibe well with a small stroller. VIBE & WAIT When we got in, I was excited to see all the spaces! Lots of different areas that had different vibes - both indoors and outdoors - and that could be really fun. There were 3 parties (7 people) in Iine ahead of us but it took about 15 minutes to get through the line which felt a bit long just for the ordering side of things. Maybe there was a particularly picky customer at the front or something but it was not fun since the door kept slamming loudly every 30 seconds with folks coming in and out. Then, it took another solid 15 minutes for the drink to come out. As an adult, it's inconvenient. As an adult with a toddler who is excited to go outside and play, 30 minutes of waiting around is rough. FOOD & COFFEE I ordered an iced butter pecan latte, half sweet, with overnight oats and strawberry-cheese danish. == The overnight oats itself was tasty but half of it was just granola on top which is not really what I was wanting/expecting. == The strawberry-cheese danish was not good and I ended up throwing it away. It definitely tasted not fresh - the 'corners' were hard and cold. The weird thing about it was it was the pastry itself had a cheesy taste - not like the sweet cream cheese you're expecting in this type of pastry, but like cheddar. I don't think the pastry was the problem; I think it was stored with/next/cooked with something that had cheddar on it. == The latte was fine. Nothing to write home about but I'd get it again. OUTDOOR SPACE After our 30-minute shenanigans, we headed outside to play. I looked around for a ramp entrance/exit to the outdoor space but didn't see one (it exists! I just didn't see it). So, I'm trying to hold the door open with one hand, my toddler's hand in the other, and move the stroller (with coffee in the cupholder) over the step. Yes, you counted three hands, which is what it felt like I needed to successfully navigate. After we managed to get down the step without falling, we rolled over to the playground, the stroller bouncing along the way with splashes of coffee flying all over. The outdoor space was super cute and the play space was impressive. There were seats around and in the play space for parents which was lovely/helpful. Unfortunately, all the seats in the shade were taken so I commenced baking in the Texas summer heat. Overall, the play space FAR exceeded my expectations for something that would be at a coffee house! There were a couple things that gave my pause like the rusty metal piping coming out from under one of the benches which is obviously hazardous but, ya know, kids can make anything hazardous so what's a metal pipe at the end of the day? EXHALE Alas, I did get to enjoy a few sips of coffee more leisurely than at most coffee shops as my little one played with a push toy and waved hello to other little kids. I got a few peaceful exhales which can be hard to come by as a parent. We didn't stay long, however, as the heat was blazing at this point. So, we jostled the stroller back through the outdoor space (again, coffee splashing all about), found the ramp (yay!) but still needed assistance since it was a heavy door, and again jostled through the parking lot and headed home.

good. The parking lot is gravel, rocks, and sand and my car was unappreciative of this fact. The vibe here is casual and relaxed, both indoors and out. Though the indoor space felt... too dark

Plenty of space for parking and for a long hour stay! Super super spacious, you'll find a spot to sit at whether it's on their long couches, booths or tables indoors and outdoors too. Can get a little loud if you're busy with online meetings but not really a problem. Music and environment is pretty great for a long hour coffee shop time/WFH. Would come again! Bravo!

Hive is my favorite coffee shop in Austin! I always get their mocha, and it's delicious every time. They do change out their pastries pretty often, but I loved when they had their triple berry cake. I got it every time I came. The cafe is so beautiful as well. There are so many cute areas for photos, and I love spending time here working on my laptop. To make things better, if you come after 5 p.m they also open up their bar area. Their espresso martini is AMAZING, and I love sitting outdoors where they will have live music playing regularly at night.

This shop has the best space for working. The space is comfortable and had plenty of outlets to charge your laptop/phones. The outside area even has outlets. The drink selection is wide and the food trucks on site are incredible. One of the best coffee shops in Austin!

The hive is a great place to hang out with friends, study, work, or just people watch. The coffees great and they have the cutest jewelry corner.

This place is amazing. Shelly was really ahead of her time on this idea. Relaxing atmosphere and cool spot to grab a coffee and work or hang out while your kids play and have a beer. It's no surprise parking is getting out of hand with such a great idea on their hands. The people are friendly and the company feels like home. Great job y'all.

We came here on a weekend afternoon. Unfortunately we came hungry and didn't realize they have a very limited food menu. Food/drink: 3/5 Maybe I'm not being fair.. but by the afternoon their savory offerings were very limited and I was hungry. The coffee we got, though, was good and there were plenty of options Ambiance: 5/5 Definitely a great place to just hang out, work, chat with friends, bring your kids, etc. Good ambiance indoor and outside. Overall I'd come here again just not for the food. Come for a place to hangout with some coffee :)

I went to The Hive to Remote work. Parking was easy, there were plenty of available seats and outlets. I ordered an iced coffee, which took a little time, but wasn't excessive. The deduction in rating is honestly based on the flies. I was surprised I didn't see anyone mention them. I had a conversation with a friend after my visit and that was one of the first things they mentioned as well. I stayed maybe an hour, but it was too much for me to focus and feel comfortable. Inside and outside. You'd think it was a barbecue spot. I have no idea what that's about but this place could easily be a staple without them.

Such a fun place in South Austin. Great place to get some work done. Also solid spot to hangout with a friend or two, especially when they have events. Staff is always super friendly, in an authentic way. Love going here. Drinks are always good. I haven't really had the food much.

Beautiful cafe garden. Surprisingly came on an open mic for Austin's Local artists which is located outside. Seems you can have bonfires here while your kid is on the playground. Never been to a cafe that is this Kid-friendly. This is like any other counter cafe, but the bar is located to the left back corner from the opening. If you're into a drink then a coffee or tea.

The Hive has a great space, for adults and kids. The space it's self is very kid friendly out back. They have many tables, covered with umbrellas, turf over almost the whole area outside which is amazing. They have a play place, slides and mini play houses. Everything is gated so you can sit and watch without worry. The reason for the 3 star is the food/coffee. We ordered bougie doughnuts - they were very dry cake doughnuts. The muffins and cherry/cheese pastry was very good. We ordered a cold brew that was bitter but all in all a standard cold brew, an iced chai which was like drinking sugar and a mango smoothie that was a hit for the kids, but also a sugar bomb. Great idea for an area that is kid/dog friendly. Needs a little help on the beverages !

This coffee shop adds a unique touch to South Austin and is open pretty late. One of the largest spots I've seen for a coffee shop, especially the outdoor back patio. Ample amount of seating inside and outside. Good selection of coffee, less on the teas, and a handful of beers to choose from. Overall pretty low-key place that works well to unwind over some coffee or beers or to hit the books!

Cute casual spot to grab a drink and small bite to eat. Lots of syrup flavors to choose from, which was amazing. The food options were slightly limited (IMHO, wish there were more protein or plant/veggie items) especially since they had already run out of breakfast tacos. But the overnight oats I ordered were great. Lots of seating and tables to choose from. Many people there reading or working. Service was friendly.

Personally I love their grilled cheese. My only reason for giving it 3 starts instead of 5 is because schedule is so confusing. Recently there was lots of construction and they were not straightforward with their schedule.

I want to love this place and plan to give it another try - it's so convenient to get work while my son is in class down the road. I headed in and ordered an iced tea, then looked for a comfy spot to sit for the next hour to work. Tried logging in to their wifi, only to be told there was something wrong with the internet connection. Went to ask the young lady at the counter if she knew anything about the wifi being down or if there was supposed to be a pop up I needed to see when trying to log in, only to be met with "I don't know." Gathered my things and left. So much for working while the kiddo is in class tonight. Hopefully I can try again soon and all works well. Tea is lovely, but wifi access would be magnificent!

This was a perfect place to grab breakfast with my five year old! Service was friendly and speedy. I love the clean, safe play area. The chocolate croissant was next level! It had and immense amount of gooey chocolate inside

Amazing coffee, food, and general vibe. The staff are friendly and our orders are always prompt, accurate and delicious!