Allyne Dawson

We went to Épicerie for brunch today with my husband and another 2 friends and quickly discovered just how popular this spot is, as it was bustling when we arrived around noon. Thankfully, the wait was short and we were seated within about five minutes. The space is charming and thoughtfully decorated, but the noise level was quite high, making conversation difficult. Some acoustic panels could go a long way in improving the ambiance. We ordered the almond croissant, the butter lettuce salad, and the soft eggs. For drinks, we had a dirty chai, a black tea, and an americano. Everything was fresh and delicious. In addition to the dishes featured on the menu, Épicerie offers a lovely selection of pastries, both sweet and savory. Our waitress was attentive and kind. The service was fast. I’d definitely recommend Épicerie and look forward to coming back, ideally during a quieter time to better enjoy the experience.

+2

Katherine Cain

Excellent shrimp po-boy sandwich. One of the best I have had in I can't remember how long. We were looking for somewhere new today for lunch and found this place; I saw they had shrimp po-boys and we had to go and try them out- so glad we did! We also had the peach appetizer which was very unique and delicious- sliced peaches with a nice little sauce drizzled over it. We sat outside which honestly in my opinion was the best spot in the house- maybe not when it's 100+ degrees out but today it was perfect. A nice little covered patio and they have the fly fans (though luckily they weren't a problem) but they do have the fans which I always appreciate.

Caylen Jordan

This is *hands down* THE best bakery/brunch spot I’ve been to IN AUSTIN! Everything was better than expected. I went twice in the last week. I’ve tried over half of the baked goods in the case and each one is everything it’s supposed to be and more. Buttery, flaked, moist, flavorful. Just wow! And I have bound tastes in baked goods too! These are the real deal folks. I enjoyed the brunch this morning and we split the two best menu items. *chefs kiss* both dishes were completely devoured. The attention to detail is so evident. Each flavor compliments the next and the texture is covered all around. I can’t wait to come back!

+1

Carly Luk

Had one of the best brunches I've ever had here! We started with the biscuits, which were freshly baked, so they were warm and perfectly flaky. They came with soft butter and apple jam. The ricotta toast was loaded as well. As for the brunch entrees, the grits were my favorite; they were so thick and creamy, and the braised beef was delicious. The quiche was huge and the eggs had the perfect texture. The soft boiled eggs and sweet potato and the breakfast sandwich were also tasty. Overall, every single dish was a hit! Service was attentive and friendly as well.

I had the steak frites which was 55 bucks, I believe among the most expensive item on the dinner menu? The steak was indeed very tender and the sauce and bone marrow butter was very flavorful, however most of the plate was the fries. The fries were straight up not good. They taste like it's straight from Sysco, not even like rally's/checker's tier of frozen fries. Just boring straight cut fries that were only seasoned with salt. I would honestly take fresh McDonald's fries over the fries on the steak frites anytime of the day.For 55 bucks, I had hoped that the fries would have been triple cooked or something, and tossed in some proper seasoning. The ham and cheese croissant that I got was excellent though, even without heating it up, it had excellent crunch and the sesame seeds added a very nice, savory depth of flavor. I would honestly get like 8 ham and cheese croissant over the steak and frites since that would be about the same price. The service was very nice, and the servers were all very accommodating. The vibes were very cozy too. I think maybe this place would be great for brunch? Or maybe I just didn't get the right item. Will try again next time at brunch time.

Kevin Bae

Food: We ordered the trout tartare, French onion soup, fried shrimp po boy, and burger and frites for roughly $100. -The trout was placed on delightful cracker with a generous serving of trout roe. It was rich with bursts of salt from the roe. I would just have added a bit of acid to round out the dish. -The French onion soup had excellent flavor and the bread and cheese were perfectly baked on top of the soup. Exactly what you imagine when you think of a perfect French onion. -The fried shrimp po boy has excellent. The breading was delicious, and the sauce took it over the top. -the burger and frites was the only thing that I felt was truly lacking. It was just a bit too simple for me for 20. Maybe I’m being a bit too harsh though as I had previously had the best burger in my life while in Chicago at Au Cheval. Vibes: This restaurant has such a charm from its interior down to its quaint location. We dined outside, but the inside was very cozy as well. Service: FoH is very generous and polite. Enjoyed my interactions with everyone.

Melissa Jandreski

I hadn’t been back in while. They added extra seating. I love the cozy atmosphere. When I’m craving a beignet and ready to sin, I come here. It’s no Cafe du Monde beignet but it’s up there. I have discovered the biscuits too and they are delish! It’s like 95% butter and that’s why they are good. I was full with two but couldn’t stop and had to have the other two. I got biscuit drunk and don’t regret it. Their orange mocha cappuccino and chocolate croissants are great too. I like the quiche as well. The chocolate chip cookie used to be bigger.

Jay Shapiro

Food is always fantastic. Pastries are beautiful and delicious. Today was our first day dining in ...You can order pastries for your table; it's odd that if you're dining in, they don't offer to warm anything but food always delivers. Server was very disappointing & inattentive. Additional staff was great.

Yoonjae

A cozy brunch spot in Austin! I enjoyed the quiche, and they have a nice selection of bakery items as well. The carbonara, however, was quite different from what I expected. The price is slightly on the higher side, and be prepared for a wait unless you arrive early! If you're looking for a place with more spaced-out seating, this might not be the best option.

I truly enjoyed the beef tartare and the café ole cocktail, however my partner ordered steak frites which took a very long time and it arrived cold. When I said something about it, it took an even longer time for it to arrive. Only for it to be microwaved... or at least taste that way. Service was excellent. However, I am extremely disappointed that I had to pay $55 for my food to arrive cold and microwaved. Which is why I am giving only three stars.

Eric

I've been a fan of this place for awhile, even before they kinda blew up and started getting (rightfully) noticed for their food. I still think their beignets are the best in the city. But my last visit was a bit disappointing. The main reason was the service. We were seated and helped by Madeline. After we were seated she came to give us water and "give us a few minutes". That few minutes was closer to 15 or 20 by my estimation. We watched as she went around to check on and help a few other tables around us (some who were even seated after us) while never coming back to check on us or to take our order. I know she saw us because she glanced at our table several times. On multiple occasions when she walked by us to grab a check or help a table next to us I was like "surely she'll stop by this time". Nope. It finally got to the point where we had to literally walk up to HER while she was standing around to tell her we were ready. She must have known we were not happy because for almost the rest of the entire meal we barely saw her again. Our food was brought out by other folks and a DIFFERENT server who was not ours was the one that came by to see how we were doing and if there was anything else we needed. Again, I know Madeline was around because we saw her checking up on her other tables, just not ours. We didn't see her again until the very end when it was time to get our check. The only reason I left a normal tip was because of the OTHER staff that helped us out that were perfectly lovely. Other small gripes: $21 for a modest size French onion soup that I ordered for an appetizer is absurd. My burger and fries was less than that. The food itself was good and everyone else enjoyed what they ordered. I'm sure I'll be back, but if the services continues to be at this level then that may change.

Robert Welch

I would characterize this restaurant as the local neighborhood bistro. French? No way. There is almost nothing about this restaurant that is French. Certainly, they offer a few menu items that are French in character. But then there are so many restaurants that are not French yet offer quiche, beignet, and croissants. With that said, how about the food that is offered? It's good but not great. Perhaps wholesome is the best description. One thing that really perturbs me is ice tea. In Texas, especially Austin, don't screw with the tea. The short glass with yellow water is their idea of ice tea. Nope!!! I picture another glass purchased at a different restaurant that's the minimum color ice tea should be.

+2

SM

1st time here. Small quaint place. My friend wanted me to try the cookies. I'm not a chocolate chip fan. However, the cookie did taste fresh, rich, and moist. There were several flies in the building, which would have been okay if the table were not already preset with dining ware. So I didn't like that part. The waitress was pleasant, attentive, and quick, which is always appreciated. FYI, the parking lot is tiny.

Emily Bacon

We visited Epicerie for lunch today and unfortunately had a really disappointing experience. We came in hoping for a peaceful meal, and I have food allergies, so we made a clear order for a well-done burger patty with specific cheeses and a fully cooked egg. Instead, we got a tiny sausage patty that we never ordered, the egg was runny, and none of the cheeses were correct. Even after asking them to fix it, it still wasn’t right, and we ended up being charged extra for these incorrect items (x2 $10 mini sausage patties...!). While the staff were nice, it felt like there was a real disconnect in the kitchen or management. We both left feeling unwell and really let down. Sadly, we won’t be recommending Epicerie to anyone anymore, and we won’t be returning ourselves. It was just a waste of money and a frustrating experience.