Being a student, I guess I should throw my two cents in about local coffee shops. In order to choose favorites, I must first remind you what kind of environment is necessary to a student...one that is calmly inhabited, quiet, and perfect for studying.
This eliminates from the list plenty of coffee spots all Austinites love, for various reasons. Take Flipnotics, for instance. The coffee shop offers a beautiful location among Barton Hills. Perfect for sipping a latte outside or having a glass of wine. Their outdoors area and deck is awesome, and although their breakfast tacos, empanadas, salads and other food aren't up to par, the menu is quickly evolving and getting better. I will always love Flipnotics, however, it's not a study haven. Live music nightly and dim lighting makes this coffee spot tough to study at.
Alas, meeting the requirements, my favorite coffee spot in Austin to study at is Bouldin Creek Coffe House. Not only is Bouldin Creek always calm, quiet, and full of intellects, you can never go wrong ordering from their vegetarian menu. Veggie tacos, hummus, veggie burgers, veggie sandwiches, gazpacho, omelets, breakfast served all day- you name it. Yet, my favorite part about Bouldin Creek is their daily specials. Man do those baristas know how to whip out something innovative and tasty out of a kitchen of ingredients. I remember going to Bouldin Creek on a hot day this summer and ordering the special which was a spicy watermelon gazpacho, and grilled cheese made with sourdough bread, goat cheese and basil. It was to die for. Their food is always, always fresh. More importantly, to a true Texas lady like myself, there are lots of spicy items to choose from on the menu (Texas chipotle brownies! Mmm). Would you like some cayenne pepper in this?
Aside from their foods, Bouldin also has interesting and tasty drinks, try Rose Lemonade for instance. You can add different extracts like rose to any drink, and let me tell you, it's always surprisingly good. Other than quality vegetarian food, drinks, a full coffee and tea bar, Bouldin Creek also serves beer and wine to the thirsty.
Come in their morning when the specials are at their prime and the coffee just started brewing. Bouldin Creek is located at 1501 S. First Street (Right by Jovitas) from 7-Midnight during the week and 9-Midnight on the weekends.
Photo by Nils Juul-Hansen
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