Thunderbird Coffee

Wanted to try a new breakfast place. This place was nice the coffee was good. I got the honey nut late. It was sweet I couldn’t really taste the honey it was more of a cinnamon flavor but it was good. I also tasted the turning violet latte it’s supposed to have a blueberry lavender flavor but I didn’t taste it at all. The tacos were okay. I got the potato egg and cheese. That one was okay at best the tortillas were not good. I think they should get some different brand or something. I also got the bean potato and avocado taco. I was a little surprised at the taste of the beans they were black beans but they were tangy. It was not a bad flavor just reminds me of the ranch style beans. I think the salsa really saved the day with the tacos. Get the green salsa it’s super flavorful and spicy. The sandwich was good. The vegan chocolate muffin was delicious! But it’s made at Quacks bakery so no surprise there. The atmosphere was super chill and laid back. Overall I will come back to try different items from the menu.

Excellent spot to hang out, study, or work and get some good drinks. We ordered a regular latte and Thai cold brew. Both were excellently strong but balanced! Atmosphere is not super loud but not always quiet. The space is limited, but they do have a balcony outside with more seats.

This shop is cute with a strong Austin vibe to it. Plants and great baristas make it a very welcoming spot. The cold brew was good though a bit weak, but still a decent cup.

A blue or plaid collared shirt kind of coffee shop. Very clean n professional. Not my vibe personally. Very sad and upset drawings of bagels 🥯

Hi! I come here all the time and love the sandwiches. Today it was popping and I got an online order. However my sandwich was really messed up and when I called to say turkey wasn't on my sandwich the person who answered told me to "Oh! I have had this before check under the cheese" and I totally understand it could be hidden but there was literally zero turkey and my sandwich didn't even look remotely right. My partners sandwich only had 5 pieces of meat. Not what we normally get and a complete rip off. I really wish I would of been offered to remake or even apologize for it being messed up, instead I got someone being condescending.

Quaint coffee spot with patio seating offering some of the best coffees and snacks in Austin. Make sure to hit up bird bird biscuit down the street also, you won’t regret it.

We come here almost every day.. this is a bit overpriced but we were enjoying the quality of drink and some of the other staff are pretty high vibe.. Today we get this.. (See pictures) As a response to our request for no ice, specifically - - no displacement - When I asked the woman who made our coffee, a large, "I'm the manager so deal with it" energy woman smiled with her big crooked teeth like she thought it was hilarious how they price their millk and as a matter of fact "no I will not top off your drink," her grin widening "NOr will I give you your ice on the side" Her eyes were dancing with joy Did you wake up in petty land that's about ten years old It was a 9 dollar matcha and we tip yall five dollars minimum every other day We more than paid you for whatever milk cost you're on about And you're being dishonest by not being upfront about it. again, I feel this is very petty. if you were to explain during the purchase process and offer to charge an extra 50 cents or whatever it should cost according to the fluctuating standards, (you said the other staff were nice to me but not I) (again, literally gloating) maybe we would have come to an understanding and continued being your customer.. But instead you intentionally gave us a 1/4 less drink laughing internally like you absolutely knew what you were doing the pleasure you took in telling me off is more than enough evidence and earned you this review fair and square Your coworkers looked so embarrassed I feel for them having to work with Ego like that must be debilitating they looked defeated in their eyes, noone looked happy This is the effect of your energy. Hope you heal this, just be real with people and be kind and generous. Otherwise you will destroy what could have been a nice business

5/5. Quick service and great coffee. We had tacos too and they were good - nothing too special but falvorful. Coffee was great. Had the cold brew and the yuzu basil latte (spring special). If you are looking for a local spot and not the commercialized Starbucks types then check this out. They have a great outdoor patio as well.

It really makes me sad to be probably one of the last reviews of Thunderbird. I am disappointed in myself for not visiting sooner, the location is 10 minutes from my house and is prime. I got a simple decaf cappuccino with oat milk, but it was truly one of the best i've ever had. It didn't taste like oats at all, it was the closest thing to a real cappuccino. The baristas were super friendly and even though I only spent maybe 5 minutes in there, I can tell how much of a loss this is going to be for our community. I was hoping to get to go a second time but I didn't make it back. Thank you for a great cup of coffee Thunderbird, and for serving Austin for 17 years.

I think I'm going to have to say that this is one of my top favorite coffee shops in Austin! I came here on a later Sunday morning, and had a hot matcha tea latte along with a tomato basil sandwich for brunch. I wanted to ask if they could make one of the turkey or chicken sandwiches without turkey or chicken, since the sauce and cheese combos for those sandwiches sounded better, but I let it go this time around haha. My sandwich was surprisingly good. Just the right size, and the bread was crusty/crunchy on the outside while still being easy to eat, haha. I hate it when the bread is so tough, it rips your mouth! The seating area is super cozy, and lots of natural light comes in thanks to the wide windows. It's right across from Este and other fun, "beach town" - esque restaurants and cafes. Hope to return to this location in the near future!

An ode to Thunderbird Coffee Carrot Cake: My decadent slice of joy An excellent to-go snack A trip to Austin is not complete without you Spongy, moist, sweet The perfect size Everyone wants you, but you are made for one You are mine But it would be selfish of me to not share you May everyone bask in your glory someday

Big parking lot + big space to work! This place is just that - everyone here comes with a laptop and it gets full very quickly. In a city where coffee is average at best, this place is an exception. There's also plenty of non-coffee options.

I came in today with a colleague for some afternoon Joe! The employee who rang us up was personable and friendly. The coffee came out hot and was just the way I requested that it be made. I will definitely return! #supportlocal

I had just tried to order a 16 oz. latte at the Coffee Shop That Shall Not Be Named, and I had just been told that, oh, no, they serve only 12 oz. lattes. So I shrugged, left, and went to Thunderbird Coffee. Smart move! Not only did they have 16 oz. lattes, they had 2% milk and lots of yummy flavors, including salted butterscotch (seasonal). In short, they were prepared to give the customer whatever the customer wants. My server was super-friendly. There was a ton of free parking behind the building. And -- most important -- my latte tasted great! Even though I live closer to the Coffee Shop That Shall Not Be Named, I'm willing to go out of my way for Thunderbird.

I haven't been to thunderbird since I move away from manor road to north Austin and it's been my biggest regret. On a day off I decided to go get a "fresh" sandwich as I used to 3 years ago, but it wasn't available they had a new menu. So I ordered the early bird sandwich with was so good and the egg inside the sandwich had the perfect cooked yolk. 9/10 The Iced caramel coffee used to be my bread and butter but it was only ok this time and that okay still good 7/10 But this bean taco was the worst thing I ever put in my mouth. Who put whole beans in a breakfast taco like that!!!! It all spills out! Def from a can. The single rotting sliver of Avocado is laughable, but the repulsing factor was the potatoes. I opened my taco to see how they prepared it and the potato looked raw so I went to bite one to confirm but it was in fact soft but the taste was horrible. I spit it out into a napkin and couldn't get the cumin based seasoning out of my mouth no matter how much coffee I drank. which is probably why I felt the drink was only okay. -100/10 I went up to the friendly cashier and asked if it was made in house because I assumed only a bad taco like this can probably come from "el chilito" but no it was indeed made in house. I informed him with my sincerest apologizes that it was inedible and if I could have a refund for the taco. He completely understood and apologized and when I mentioned the seasoning he agreed. He refunded my taco which was very nice of him. I threw that taco in the trash and went in to enjoy my other items. Thank God the breakfast sandwich was good. Oh and don't get the red salsa either 0/10 Honestly garlic, salt, and pepper would probably be just fine. The service was a 10/10 Food was 5/10 hits and misses Ambiance 10/10 so much seating I and out and plenty of electrical outlets also still very cozy and community oriented And 100/10 for the new parking lot I'd like to go back to lunch to see if they have more options in food if not I'll probably just got to cherrywood or bennu close by

My absolute favorite coffee shop in Austin. It hits all the requirements I want in a coffee shop: Good drinks Free cold water refills Abundance of seating indoors and outdoors Sufficient power outlets Never too busy Good AC Open at good hours Nice vibes and aesthetic Enough parking (have to park in neighborhood) Close to UT campus Only minor inconvenience is that the music can be a bit loud but I've learned to like it since it drowns out the conversations around me and lets me study better. Absolutely amazing spot and I've come here over ten times.

Lots of seating options inside and out. Super cute interior. I got a matcha latte and it wasn't too sweet which I loved and still had the slight bitter matcha taste

yummy coffee! inclusive environment with plenty of parking! Just wish they had gluten free snack / breakfast options

If you're looking for an "old Austin" vibe as opposed to the bright, modern "new Austin" coffee shops, this may be the spot for you. What I ordered: Iced honey nut latte with soy milk ($7) - espresso, hazelnut, honey, cinnamon. It was fine, but not anything I'm dying to go back for (3/5). Some things I noticed: - Horrible parking situation - their lot only has 6 spots so you end up having to find street parking or parking in another business' lot. - More outdoor seating than indoor. Furniture needs to be updated as it is not in the best shape - most of the chairs inside have rips in the fabric. - Staff was not rude but not necessarily friendly either. An overall fine experience, I just think there are better coffee shops out there.

Came here to cram for finals. In terms of studying would give 3/5 - due to covid only the outdoor seating is available but it's kind of noisy because the street right beside. There are limited outlets outside but the tables are very roomy. Can't wait to one day see how indoor studying goes. The drinks on the other hand are great! I got the oat chai latte - super creamy and delicious. A tad sweet for my liking but still one of the better ones I have had. It was quite pricey however :/. I also tried that thai coffee - not as sweet as I thought it would be but the coffee is very strong :).

Really cool spot with a great variety of beverages to choose from. A lot of seating outdoors with shade which is nice in the summer. Friendly employees.

The sandwiches here are dank. Just straight fire. The turkey club on a ciabatta is so good. It has the perfect balance of Mayo, mustard, turkey, bacon, and avocado. The chipotle chicken is also so good. Also amazingly balanced with really great good quality bread. If you are ordering a sandwich for lunchtime, I recommend ordering online and picking up. It gets pretty busy

I tell you what, I truly appreciate their customer service. As I was leaving with our giant order, all the baristas said "Bye," or "Bye Ruben," or "See you soon." That blew me away. Usually, most shops greet you and a few say goodbye but when the entire staff sends you off like that, I mean, c'mon, how could you not go back? Their drinks, made with Wild Gift Coffee, were exceptional. My cortado was outstanding, and was floored with their hazelnut coffee-not too sweet, just with a hint of the hazelnut to indulge in that sweetness and nuttiness without losing the coffee flavor. Perfection. Seriously, I'll have to start making the trek Monday mornings there just so i can catch their good stoke and start my week off right.

Lol!!! Literally got food poisoned from here. Flew in yesterday and grabbed coffee from this place since it is so close to where I'm staying. Anyways, i ordered my coffee and i noticed the oat milk the barista used was sitting out in the heat not Refrigerated. Soon after my boyfriend and I had incredible stomach pain and we couldn't figure out why we felt like this. We tried blaming it on all sorts of different things until I realized it was the freaking milk so please don't go here don't get poisoned

I just came by here to get some coffee before going to happy hour and also to cool off since it was about 100 degrees when I went. I ordered the Thai iced coffee ($5.08) which was good but not great. It didn't have that strong coffee or Thai flavor that I was expecting. This is a place to sit and do some work and there is a decent amount of space and outlets for that. It's close to the UT campus so you'll see a lot of students working here. They also have a dog friendly patio outside with some dog bowls so feel free to bring your furry friends here!

Here daily! Love the coffee and the knowledge of the baristas. Great outdoor space that is very dog friendly. There are water bowls for the pups also. Dogs are not allowed inside. They have a full menu including breakfast tacos, muffins, bagels, etc. I also love that they take care to get to know their regulars!

I first came to this coffee shop for meeting with a grad student from UT Austin, but I've been back many times since to study. I like to sit outside on warm days, especially when I can get the magic combo of shade and an outlet on the patio, but the inside is nice too. WiFi is good, so it's a great place to be productive. People bring their dogs.

Looks intimidating from the outside, like everyone seated at the patio knows each other and you might walk inside to find that now everyone's counting on you to either fit in or keep the lights on. What if you're pressured to buy just another $10 national standard latte? What if you ask to look at the menu and then have to plan an escape? In fact it's a solid spot. The guy at the counter took my "What's the best hot breakfast item?" question seriously and inadvertently upsold me on everything he stack-ranked. I got a drip coffee because Vyvanse is enough. Prices were surprisingly reasonable for a cafe that looks like a house. The soundtrack was all Plastic Beach. The talk at one adjacent table was of the seminary, and the dude in front of me kept singing while editing in some DAW on his Macbook. It was that ridiculous kind of arpeggio choir practice crooning that you might expect from a Regina Spektor wannabe -- honestly a vibe. You have to go outside to take a meeting since that's the only place where it's quiet enough, which is not a complaint. I like loud coffee shops. Life's meant to be lived. Their outdoor seating is shady and spacious. There's a rotating cast of ultra-positive kook clientele that'll warm your vasoconstricted heart. The wi-fi has no time limit, and is fast enough to stream movies. Guess I'm the kook.

Good coffee but it's gone downhill lately. Bad attitude doesn't match the skill level of the baristas

Cute little coffee shop in central Austin! The staff was very friendly and had a great selection of drinks to choose from. They also had some art/pottery from local artists for sale. There isn't an abundance of seating inside but the shop itself is small so it's understandable. The do have more seating outside but we happen to stop by on a rainy day so we had to make do. I definitely love coming here with friends for a quick little hangout. Great spot! P.S. Order the honey nut latte!

Definitely one of my favorite coffee shops in austin! The inside of the store has seating but is a little small so I preferred to sit outside! Now that the weathers nice I had a pretty nice experience doing my work outside :). They have a few outlet places on the patio in front of the cafe as well if you need to charge up! For the coffee I got the seasonal pecan praline latte and the banana fosters latte. I was kinda worried the drinks would be too sweet but both had really good coffee flavor and weren't super sweet! I got to here early around 10am so I was luckily able to grab a bfast taco and BOY they were super yummy. The green salsa was really good on the potato and egg taco! We also got the chipotle chicken sandwich and the turkey club sandwich. Both were p yummy but I will say I thought the bread was a liiitle too crunchy/hard for my taste! Definitely yummy but a little painful to eat which made me sad :( Ill definitely be back for more bfast tacos and coffee soon! :)

They make a pretty decent soy chai latte! I appreciated they were limiting people in the ordering area.

Came here for some quick breakfast tacos and coffee and neither disappointed. I got their hazelnut latte, which they say is the most popular thing, and I liked it quite a bit although it was a little too sweet. The breakfast tacos are replacement level but that level in Austin is pretty high so they're pretty decent. I also got one of their chicken tacos which was just ok. I'd stick with the breakfast ones.

The cold brew at Thunderbird coffee was both delicious and invigorating. I enjoyed a lemon bar as well, and the overall vibe of the place was fairly chill, filled with college students on the laptops and talking, along with some good music playing on the speakers. It was a great place to stop, refresh, and hang.

Overall, Thunderbird is a great coffee shop. In terms of the coffee, I ordered a regular latte which was pretty decent - not one of the best I've ever had but it did the job. I came here on a weekday morning to get some work done and it was not very crowded, but by lunchtime most of the inside seats were taken. I like that there is both inside and outside seating, and there are a good variety of places to sit. I had no problem finding an outlet and the wifi was reliable and fast. I took off a star because I felt the latte wasn't anything outstanding, and the music inside was playing a little bit too loud for my preference which made it a little distracting if you are trying to get work done. I would recommend coming here on a nice day to enjoy the outside patio.

Austinites love a good cup of coffee, drinking local, a space for dogs and being outside. Thunderbird Coffee checks all of those boxes. With ample seating Thunderbird is a great option for a weekend coffee date or meet up with friends. My one qualm, people seem to hunker down and there's not a ton of turnover at the coffee shop. If you're looking for a lot of seating, you might not get to sit inside. *dogs can be on the patio, but not inside the shop.

Stopped by today to try their seasonal Spiced Blood Orange Mocha. Tastes good but I think the mocha overpowers the orange flavor a bit. I love their mocha lattes though so no complaints here! I've been coming here for the past two years and the staff are always very friendly and welcoming. They always have unique and delicious seasonal drinks but my all time favorite is the honey oat latte, which is available year round. Due to covid restrictions they only allow a max of 10 ppl in their lobby at a time to order. If you're looking to do work, their patio is still open. Although I miss sitting in their lobby, I appreciate their continuous efforts to implement social distancing and to keep the community safe while providing quality drinks/food. Love to see it!!

I expected the coffee to be good, but didn't expect the breakfast sandwich to be as well. I ordered a sweet latte and it was perfect. Then ordered an egg, ham, and cheese sandwich with spicy mayo. That spicy mayo did the trick. So good! In addition, there's plenty of seating indoor and outdoor and free wifi. It's a great spot to grab breakfast, brunch, or a spot to get some work done!

This place is hit or miss for me. Their seasonal drinks can be amazing (Strawberry Matcha!) but overall Thunderbird is pretty pricey, and I find most of the staff to be really rude.

Pretty much the starbucks of austin. Their coffee is fine. A little burnt and served pretty hot. Definitely better than Starbucks, but not the best cup in town. Itll hold you down Havent really tried their pastry game, but its never really tempted me. I think its a good place to do work. I also am not some one who likes to hang out in coffee shops to do work, so take that with a grain of salt. The tables are long and made of wood at this location. It seems like you could hang out and think here. Usually its pretty quiet. The outlet situation is lacking though. The most notable feature is the patio with umbrellas for shade. That's pretty nice. Im a sucker for a patio.

Lovely outdoor patio, friendly staff, but shocked at the price of their lattes. I ordered an iced oat milk latte, no other bells and whistles. Total came out to over $7 after tip ($1). Adding oat milk is a $1.10 upcharge. At HEB, Califia Oat Milk (the good stuff) runs a little over $4 for 48 fl.oz. Thunderbird easily makes that back and more every day on oat milk lattes. The drink was good but not worth how much I paid. I understand inflation, but this seems like highway robbery. Won't be coming back here again

I got the Thai iced coffee and it was strong and really good, my gf got the honey nut latte. The inside is really cute and they have a lot of places to sit outside. Chill place to hang out, a little noisy for studying if you need a quiet environment but if you don't mind street sounds and light chatter it's fine

Walked 30 minutes to try this local coffee shop in my neighborhood just to get there and for them to rudely tell me I wasn't allowed to order a coffee because I had my dog with me. Considering everyone in Austin owns a dog at this point, and I've never had an issue ordering a coffee anywhere else with her in the past, this was really upsetting to find out. Can't leave an honest review of the coffee because I was turned away at the door.

I really liked this coffee shop. Right off the edge of North campus, it definitely attracts college students. For an older converted house, it is clean and the furniture doesn't feel grungy which I really appreciated. Coffee and espresso were both good. Not amazing, but solid. The honey nut latte was very solid and customizable if you don't want the extra sugar. Not a lot of parking, but you could find street parking. We went when UT was on its summer break so we easily found a spot, but I can imagine it getting packed. Will be back to test their other syrups and food.

Located a couple minutes' walk from Patrizi's, this is a great place to get an after-dinner or afternoon coffee and/or baked treat. Their peanut butter cups were delicious. Rich and sweet and perfect. The banana bread was pretty good but not write-home-worthy. J liked their coffee as well

Best service and coffee. You cannot beat the iced honeynut latte or the pumpkin carrot cake!

Stayed in Austin for a work trip--this quickly became my favorite coffee shop close to UT Austin. Great atmosphere, fantastic drinks and breakfast sandwiches as well! Highly recommend to all!

I've tried to come here for an afternoon snack on more than one occasion and they are always cleaned out by the time I get here (usually 3 or 4). Glad their stuff is popular, I guess, but I don't drink coffee so now there's nothing for me if I'm meeting a friend.

Finally got to try this coffee shop next door to my new place! I ordered in advance for a black coffee, and when I arrived I was informed their black coffee wasn't up to their standards. They offered to brew a new batch in about 7 minutes or make anything else. I LOVE that they actually cared enough to check on the coffee rather than just pour it and hand it over! I got an Americano and it was delicious. Won't be the last time I'll be in this shop, I'm sure. Friendly staff and good coffee, what more can you ask for?

This local coffee shop has a nice, cozy atmosphere and cute inviting decor throughout the interior! There are plenty of seats in side and outdoors on the patio. I ordered one of their sandwiches (I believe it was a chicken sandwhich?) and it was pretty tasty although a bit expensive for what you get. My friend ordered the Honey Nut Latte which was surprisingly delicious! I'd come back again just to get their drinks.

Great coffee shop!!! It tends to get a bit crowded here and rightfully so. It's a good place to study. Keep in mind the charging ports are by the walls and a bit sparse so you might want to bring an extension cord/power strip if you want to stay here a while. There's also an outdoor patio area which is nice for when the weathers behaving. The food here is pretty good too! I was surprised at their food selection for a coffee shop. They have a big selection of sandwiches. My friend got the grilled cheese and that thing looked delish. Their bakery selection also comes with a lot of baked goods. I kept hearing things about their lemon bars and they were calling my name from the display case so I got one. Super delicious! Tart, lemony, smooth, with a nice crust. A bit expensive though but worth it for a treat. The coffee here is great too. If you're a specialty latte person they had some interesting latte flavors that I would totally come back to try. I got a cappuccino and it came out pretty fast. Internet here is open with no password.

(4.20) My coffee adventure in Austin continues~ FOOD// I ordered a vanilla latte and I found this really excellent! The latte was creamy and smooth. SERVICE// My barista was awesome and efficient! ATMOSPHERE// This place was perfect to study or chill at. I loved the number of windows and seats available. The outlets were sort of limited for the number of seats available. SURROUNDING// mhm.

Sooo both the honey nut (yes, like the Cheerios) and the turning violet (lavender is my current flavor crush) lattes are delicious, but I was disappointed by latte art quality when I was here (sorry, I can be a little basic sometimes :/). Looks like other folks have some nice photos though, so here's to an instagramable latte next time. Cute hipster atmosphere, lots of seating, nice patio.

This review is another oldie but goodie from my trip to Austin back in Sept. I ended up at Thunderbird, which was recommended to me by the friend I was staying with, when I needed to kill some time while waiting for her to become available. It was a nice place to spend an hour or so due to the relatively quiet atmosphere and the interesting drinks. During my visit to Thunderbird, I ordered a violet lemonade due to my love of all things purple, including lavender. The most unique characteristic of the drink is its vivid violet color (see photo). While I expected the drink to *taste* violet-y, I wasn't expecting it to *look* violet. If I was blind and wasn't able to see it's beautiful color, however, I'm sure I could have guessed it by the taste alone, which was lavender-y, but not overpoweringly so. The barista who made my drink was friendly and happy to elaborate on its composition, which I appreciated. The atmosphere was quiet and serene, with a few small groups and various individuals working on laptops. One thing that was rather challenging was the parking situation--I had to drive all the way around the block to find the lot, which was full due to its small size. Because the business across the street doesn't allow Thunderbird's customers to park in their lot, I ended up parking on the residential street beside the cafe. Overall, I had a good experience at Thunderbird and would definitely return for another violet lemonade--or other drink--when in Austin.

The latte was pretty good. The environment is pretty good. It has a cozy working/ hanging out area and a dining area. The taste of music is pretty good too.

My sister and I stopped by on a Saturday around noon to get our caffeine fix, and there were a lot of people there. There are seats indoors and outdoors and luckily we were able to snag one of the last tables. I liked how they had windows all around because they brought in a lot of natural light that really brightened the place up. We got an iced coffee, hot coffee, and matcha latte. I recommend the matcha latte as it wasn't too sweet like at other places. I will definitely be back to study and try items off their food menu!

Fantastic coffee spot. The iced honey nut latte is delicious, and the Thai iced coffee is really nice as well. Online ordering was super easy and pickup was quick and efficient. The picnic tables outside are really cute, and the coffee shop itself has cozy vibes. Will definitely be back!