08/03/09

Overall great!

by cicicu77

I just went for my birthday last month, and we had a group of 25...they were so attentive the entire night. Our food came out quickly and it was delicious. Everybody enjoyed their order. Paying was so easy b.c they knew we were splitting the bill from the beginning...no hassle at all. Its a great location too! Right on 6th st, in the middle of all the bars and clubs. Overall it was a great experience...definitely recommend this place. :)

p.s. had the italian cream cake, and it was delicioussss

• Pros: great service, great menu

07/29/09

a very nice surprise

by miranda82

We ended up here by chance, the resturant we were really going to was closed for repairs, so we ventured into the old pecan street cafe. We were greated warmly by the manager and seated right away. The food was amazing, no complaints what-so-ever. I don't suggests bringing kiddos, it's not the place for toddlers. The food was reasonable priced and the service was great. We will return soon for dinner, sans the kids.

• Pros: great food, good service
• Cons: none, really

03/01/09

Great Lunch Place!

by mluldrich

We had an excellent lunch there! The food was absolutely delicious and the atmosphere wonderful! We are from out of town, but will eat there every chance we get to be in Austin!

01/16/09

Our Texas Wedding!

by longhornsp

My husband and I stopped by the Old Pecan Street for lunch and mentioned to our server that we were getting married in Austin (we met in school but are from different states) and he suggested we try their (delicious!) cake. We fell in love with the upstairs reception space and ended up getting married there right over sixth street. The manager was more than accommodating as we had to plan the whole thing from California- she met all of our needs and showed all of our out-of-town family how amazing Austin really is... We can't wait to come back to Texas and visit!

• Pros: In the center of downtown, close to our hotel, just showed up and had a wonderful night
• Cons: Parking is first come, first serve- get vouchers!

11/04/08

Terrible Catering and Cakes

by peanutsgirl1

We found these guys at the Bridal Extravaganza. Their cakes tasted amazing and better than any other vendor so we booked them. We booked with Jessica, the events coordinator at the restaurant. She was the most unprofessional "events coordinator" I have ever worked with (and I work with a lot with my job.) We met with them 2 times, paid in full 3 weeks before the wedding almost $400 for a wedding cake, 2 tiers and a grooms sheet cake. We wanted a square cake and provided the manager a picture of what we wanted. Jessica said they would reproduce, no problem. The day of our wedding, they were supposed to deliver the cake early afternoon, sometime around 2, and they finally showed up at almost 7pm. The reception was scheduled for 7pm. When the cake arrived, it was 3 tiers, round and no grooms cake. A chunk of icing was falling off of one of the tiers, it leaned and looked like it was just thrown together. DO NOT USE THESE PEOPLE FOR ANY TYPE OF CATERING - IT WILL RUIN YOUR DAY. I have pictures of their handywork and would be glad to email to anyone if you want to see what it looked like.

09/06/08

Loved the patio....

by CelesteJak

It has been years since I was last there but I am looking forward to introducing my daughter to the restaurant. The food I remember most was the quiche but what I loved about the place was the 'patio' area. I am hoping that is still there. I loved walking through the relatively small inner area and coming out onto the 'courtyard', especially on a cool Autumn afternoon.

03/20/07

Devotees keeping body and soul together

by swirlgal01

Old Pecan Cafe leads me there by name alone, and captivating aromatic blends of baked goods and coffee drew me in just passing by. When it's time for dining, down-to-earth comfort nestled between old world charm, and but of course palatable options for a dream come true. Their crepes a savory delight with warm banana filing, just a trace of rum with almonds, not pecans, sprinkled just so, and wouldn't a thick gooey chocolate sauce scribbled across it all really complete the divine experience? Overall, stimulating flavors and surprising appetizers (any shrimp would be proud wearing this seasoning) all with little fanfare just good eating.

• Pros: old world charm, huge variety of tasty dishes, not a buttoned-up affair and friendly
• Cons: perhaps a bit older decor and a little less 70's

07/29/06

Great Restaurant!

by bragmagnet

Great food, service and atmosphere. Charming old interior - perfect place to bring visitors although I will be going there a lot myself in between visits.

Despite its location on Austin's bustling Sixth Street, an Old World feeling prevails at the Old Pecan Street Cafe.

by Contributor

In Short
Lunches at the historical, turn-of-the-century location, which previously housed a hardware store, draw the downtown business crowd, while dinner pulls in well-heeled diners seeking a sophisticated, fine-dining experience in a hushed, unhurried atmosphere. Specials include thick char-broiled Texas steaks as well as several stuffed chicken dishes. The restaurant's extensive wine list has won accolades from many a connoisseur, and the aromatic in-house bakery turns out warm breads and luscious pastries on order.

10/12/04

Save room for dessert

by jt65b4b

Popped in the other day with friends for a quick bite. I tried the Chicken Poppicotti. Delicious. Brochettes Orleans? Mouthwatering. The only bad thing is that you will fill up on the delicious honey-wheat bread. But you must make room for the Crepes with bananas. Or...you can go to heaven with the Pecan Pie. The atmosphere is so nice and relaxed and the street life just filters by. Worthwhile.