When I'm in this part of Austin, this is one of my early morning haunts for great coffee:
http://www.sweetishhill.com/
Not really a coffehouse, per se, however. More of a bakery, really, but they have some great coffee brewed and waiting. This was the first place that I encountered Ethiopian Yirgacheffe, which is my favorite to brew at home.
Not too far away is another favorite:
http://schlotzskys.know-where.com/sc...01517&address=
Similar in offerings, but I prefer the atmosphere at Sweetish Hill better.
Sincerely,
William R. Sanders
Customer Service Coordinator
Starwood Preferred Services
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