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Toasty Badger, Austin, TX

Toasty Badger

4.6
4.6
79 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Discover Toasty Badger Diner nestled on Austin’s iconic South Congress Avenue. Housed in what was the city's first Dairy Queen, our casual diner offers an inviting '70s ambiance where you can enjoy oversized pancakes, towering French toast, and other beloved diner classics. Embrace the relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere, where the funky past meets the present moment.

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What 79 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Great for brunch

  • Austin

    Great for brunch

Review summary

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Toasty Badger is a charming diner with "the best pancakes ever" and a delightful array of brunch options. Guests love its nostalgic vibe, "excellent service," and "delicious food." While the cozy space can get noisy, the friendly staff and hearty portions make it a must-visit in Austin.

79 Reviews
  1. lisa

    Greater Boston

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A favorite when we visit Austin! Great for breakfast. Will have to try lunchtime next!

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    Corpus Christi

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated almost immediately after checking in because we had a reservation. We reserved outdoor seating because we had our dog with us. It was a windy day, but the patio area was not affected thankfully. Also I appreciate that the patio has a mesh covering along the sides so the bees don’t get tempted to get on our food. Food was great and the people (servers and customers) were friendly and kind. Pancakes were a good big size. Food also came out fairly quickly. Will definitely be returning for brunch again.

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  3. Jacob

    Austin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about my dining experience was fantastic. Great service, the food was incredible, and the fruit side is the best in town. Initial staff impression was a bit rocky as we encountered someone quite rude. Beyond that isolated moment, the rest of the experience turned into a positive.

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  4. Walker

    Austin

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was amazing, service was great! They seem to have a bit of a bee problem outside. Probably 50 bees flying around from table to table.

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  5. Brian

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. About a one hour wait for a table at Sunday brunch time.

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  6. Bella

    Austin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    such a great lil south austin spot! a bit cramped but worth it imo, def try the french toast sticks!!! they’re bomb

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  7. Eesh

    Dallas

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome diner that is built inside what was the very first Dairy Queen to come to ATX. Delicious food, great staff, etc.

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  8. Michael

    Austin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    French omelets were a 10/10. The French toast and toast were burned and inedible. To be clear, not toasted but burned. Bacon was a bit undercooked.

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  9. Lucy

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious lunch at Toasty Badger. The service was excellent too. Would highly recommend

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  10. Sterling

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Toasty Badger was the last thing we need during our ATX weekend and it was the absolute cherry on top. I am 100% going to come back when we come next. The menu offered something for everyone (the sweet breakfast lover, the savory breakfast lover, the one who hates eggs) and the vibe inside was energetic, but not hectic. Felt like we were at home having breakfast with our best friends.

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Toasty Badger is rated 4.6 stars by 79 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for Toasty Badger

2206 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-4319

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bouldin Creek
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Café, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access
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