Kenny G

This place is gorgeous and the wonderful waiter I had was very attentive. He gave me a good amount of space while ensuring I had what I needed. I appreciated that there were no obvious judgemental looks from anyone as most of the customers come in with nice clothes and I came straight from gardening all morning with shorts and a t-shirt. The welcoming atmosphere was very much appreciated. Shout out to Manny (Emanuel), your service was lovely. 🖤

Brittany Enfield

How have I lived in Austin for 12 years and never been to Cisco's? The place is bigger than it looks and features a cute diner style area as well as a couple of dining rooms. Our server was super friendly and answered all of our questions as we perused the menu. We started off by trying the Salsa Toxica. It's their spicy salsa but has a really unique flavor. Then we ordered the Migas and the Huevos Rancheros. The migas were full of chips and veggies and the ranchero sauce was lovely. After seeing the kitchen staff pulling fresh, house-made biscuits out of the oven, we knew we had to try them as well. I never thought I would say this, but one of the best biscuits I've ever had is from a Mexican restaurant. You absolutely have to try them!! They have such a lovely flavor and consistency. I truly look forward to returning to Cisco's for more meals and more biscuits!

+2

Marsha Russell

It had been quite a few years since I had been to Cisco’s, but it was just as wonderful as I remembered. I love the friendly welcome when we walk in, with the invitation to sit where we’d like in any of the three rooms. Thanks for the complimentary chips and salsa, much appreciated! The lunch special of crispy beef tacos with rice and beans was yummy, but my heart got really happy with that first bite of migas. Just as amazing as ever, and among my top few comfort foods in the world! We splurged on a basket of 4 biscuits and loved them too. Hint: pay a bit more and order them toasted; they are even better buttered and toasted on the grill. Add honey and OMG. We also appreciate being able to have a mimosa, a Bloody Mary, or a draft beer. Thank you for your excellent service, Xenis!

+4

Hannah Muirhead

Cisco's was my favourite place in Austin, and I went to a lot of places in my short time there. The vibes of the place completed me. I could have sat there all day getting my coffee refilled and watching the condensation drop from the AC into an eclectic array of buckets, but sadly I had places to be. These were the best breakfast tacos I've had. They were nothin fancy and that's the point. The definition of cheap and cheerful. The flavours were perfect. I should have got more. But no regrets. The giant spoon in the coffee was a nice touch.

+1

Tom W

This is a great historical food location in East Austin!! Awesome food, staff and atmosphere. Also pretty damn reasonably priced in my opinion for today's food prices. Update: 6/6/22 it's been 1 year now that I have started coming to Cisco's (nearly once a week) and just like the first visit the food and service have been awesome! Thanks Cisco's and special thanks to Norma and her awesome music ;).

Sierra S.

The food here is amazing and comes in large portion sizes. Service is always flawless and the whole place is warm and homey. This place reminds me of my grandma's house and they definitely respect their regulars. I love that they're open nights now and it's quickly becoming a chill hang out after a crazy night. Definitely an Austin classic.

Dayna Guerrero

Cisco’s Restaurant, Bar & Bakery – East Austin. A true East Austin institution with 75 years of history and family-run charm, Cisco’s definitely earns points for nostalgia and character. The space is tiny but quaint, filled with old-school Tex-Mex vibes that make you feel like you’ve stepped into a slice of Austin’s past. I ordered the carne guisada and migas tacos with water • both were okay, but lacked the bold flavor I was hoping for. The tortillas weren’t homemade, which surprised me given how long this place has been around. I remember having a similar experience years ago, so maybe I just haven’t found my go-to order here yet. Parking was a headache; honestly spent more time circling the block than sitting down to eat. That said, the waitress was lovely and attentive, and the festive, colorful interior added a nice touch to the overall experience. Cisco’s is undeniably cool for its legacy and local roots, but I’d love to see the tortillas elevated to match the heritage. Not sure if I’ll be back, but I respect what they represent in Austin’s food scene. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Fred Dillard

This place is a decent Mexican restaurant. The size portion on the food was generous. However the drink sizes were not. For the amount of beverage you received, it is way overpriced. Also, they do not allow checks to be split and it is not advised on the door, menu, or at the beginning of the meal, so know this going in.

Parmer Bybee

I came to Cisco’s for lunch with my gf, Austin local, who hadn’t been in years but was always impressed and wanted to bring it back to our list of places to eat lunch. We both had a lunch combo, which is $9 for a well portioned meal. We ordered chicken enchiladas and el pastor. I liked the el pastor the best, and their airy chips for snacking on. The tea tasted very watered down, but it was complimentary with a happy hour lunch entree. The Happy Hour Menu is available from 4-6 and all food and drink items offered on it are $6. We’ll be back soon!

Aglae Martinez

First time there. Ordered the picadillo enchiladas, combo fajitas, picadillo nachos and small tortilla soup. Everything was ok but could use a little more flavor. It was not mind blowing but I would probably go back after drinks downtown.

+1

Amy De Leon

We came for brunch, to meet up with friends who hadn’t been here since their youth. They claimed food taste has somewhat dropped. Perhaps due to new cooks and such. Regardless, we thought our food was of satisfactory Tex-Mex quality. This large yet cramped restaurant felt somewhat loud as we made our way to the back section for our seats. They have a lot of different pictures and such on their walls that I kept glancing at as I made my way to my seat.

+5

Manuel Fuentez

Stopped in 11/17/24 just after noon. It looked promising but fell short. The restaurant was not packed but service was really slow. Ordered the Migas plate which was not bad and ordered 2 tacos which were bland. My biggest knock on this place was the tortillas, they had that fake smell because they were not homemade and all the cook had to do was heat them up thoroughly so they wouldn't have that doughy texture. My server was nowhere to be found so I found another waitress and asked her to ask the cook if he could provide some fully cooked tortillas to replace the ones we had. Our waitress finally brought the new tortillas and said no one has ever requested them to be cooked thoroughly and that blew my mind. Anyhow, I'll pass on this place when visiting Austin in the future.