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Houndstooth Coffee

8.6Locals Score / 10

#2 of 9 Cafés & Coffee in Austin

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Known forspecialty coffeelocal chainbarista-drivenmultiple locations

Houndstooth is Austin's gold standard for specialty coffee, with a meticulous approach to sourcing and brewing that has earned it a devoted local following since 2012. The espresso program is exceptional — order a cortado or a single-origin pour-over. The Frost Bank Tower downtown location is sleek and professional; the North Loop original has more neighborhood warmth. Expect a line during peak hours and a no-laptop policy at some locations during busy times.

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Last verifiedJuly 16, 2026

Locals Score

8.6/10
  • Value7.5
  • Iconic9.0
  • Excellence9.0
  • Crowd level7.5
  • Authenticity8.5
  • Accessibility8.0
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Last reviewed July 16, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.