Austin's Best Free Wi-Fi Spot 2008

Nestled near the corner of Sixth Street and Congress Avenue, this cafe serves up cyberspace, coffee and comedy.

Reviews:

• “Everything made with care!”
• “The Maestro Rules!”
• “very versatile”
• “Great ambience”
• “Cool place to hang out…”

Tips: Flaunt your talent in one of the Hideout’s theaters or its multimedia classroom, which are available for rental. Call (512) 443-3688 to ask about prices and availability.

The Hideout

A coffeehouse haven for slackers of all ages bringing life to an aging strip mall north of Hyde Park.

Reviews:

• “For mourners of Mojo’s”
• “Horrendous customer service, really bad coffee… don’t waste your time.”
• “Amazing People”
• “Terrible Service – OK Coffee”
• “cute place”

Tips: Open 24 hours, Epoch is the perfect spot for all-nighters and insomniacs.

Epoch Coffee

A peaceful Eastside coffee shop becomes a hip social spot at night.

Reviews:

• “Little “Progress” made"
• “Tasty food & great coffee.”

Tips: The coffee shop regularly hosts live music and artsy evening events.

Progress Coffee

Live music and a caffeine fix just on the outskirts of Town Lake Park.

Reviews:

• “Awesome”
• “The competition is tight….”
• “By far the best coffee & scene!”
• “Mmmm, coffee”

Tips: Stop in downstairs to Flipnotics, where you’ll find clothes fit for a rock star.

Flipnotics Coffeespace

Freshly baked deli favorites draw casual diners to this gourmet sandwich shop.

Tips: Many Schlotzsky’s locations offer free Wi-Fi internet access; call your local store for more information.

Schlotzsky’s Deli

This retro-meets-hipster bistro serves as the social hub of the Second Street District.

Reviews:

• “Love the coffee”

Tips: For hassle-free parking, head to the free parking garage beneath City Hall at Second Street and Lavaca (30 minutes only).

Jo’s Hot Coffee and Good Food

It’s easy to treat the body like a temple at the country’s first national certified organic grocery store.

Reviews:

• “when did food become a fashion accessory?”
• “Over Priced-Tattoo Turn Off”

Tips: This location often offers in-store wellness and cooking events. Ask the staff for more information.

Whole Foods Market

Crisp, green and airy, this fair trade coffee shop offers teas, juices, and aqua frescas along with its Dominican coffees.

Reviews:

• “Good Coffee Shop, Small Improvements Needed”
• “quiet cool coffee place”
• “Good service”
• “Homeless Experience”
• “Best Coffee Shop, My New Favorite”

Dominican Joe Coffee Shop

Get the baked goods at this eclectic Austin coffee-culture landmark.

Reviews:

• “Wonderful!”
• “lost its charm”
• “ALMOST perfect”
• “Dirty Quacks I love You”
• “Mmm good coffee”

Tips: Parking can be a hassle on this busy Hyde Park corner, but the people-watching is terrific.

Quack’s 43rd Street Bakery

“The Largest Bookstore in Texas” also has a full events calendar and a knowledgeable staff for every subject.

Reviews:

• “Judgemental Purse Checkers”
• “A center of community in every way”

Tips: Find sale books on the front tables and throughout the store. For easy, inexpensive gifts go to the “mini-book” section on the first floor.

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