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The Hideout

617 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 443-3688

Ratings & Reviews Summary for The Hideout

What Users are Saying:

  • Prompt seating
5 Star Rating
 
(3 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
(2 reviews)
3 Star Rating
 
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2 Star Rating
 
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User Reviews for The Hideout

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/11/2007 Posted by jesckaleigh

The hideout has a few very welcoming baristas who make amazing drinks. They steam fresh milk everytime I buy a drink and the espresso is always very aromatic and well-timed. If you order a cold milk/espresso beverage they often shake it in a shaker before pouring it in your cup to make sure all of the ingredients are well mixed and very cold. This place is very inviting and comfortable and has a large menu of interesting options. Visit it frequently and try everything!

Pros: quality beverages, nice setting, interesting local art, nice baristas

Cons: Parking

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/25/2006 Posted by jchapa13

The Hideout on Friday and Saturday nights hosts improv comedy. These guys are really funny and really know how to do improv. After going to one show you will be hooked. Seeing them perform in the small theater really gives you an intimate experience and almost puts you right in the action. If you are looking to get a lot of laughs in, go to the hideout and grab a bucket of beer. There are 3 shows nightly on Friday and Saturday that run at 8pm, 10pm and 11:30pm. Shows are $7 to $10 (pay what you can).

Pros: Great comedy without the great price. The cafe has everything from lattes to Tecates.

Cons: Downtown parking (what else is new?)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/20/2006 Posted by julyhorn

This is one of my favorite places to hangout with my friends. It is laidback and great for spending the hours. All my experiences with beverages there have been enjoyable. The Hideout always seems to feature an interesting drink special worth trying. The Italian Soda, cafe au Lait and Hibiscus Mint tea are all exceptionally note worthy. They offer a free improv workshop on Tuesday's that is tons of fun for everyone and if the people who lead it are anything like they are in class then the shows on the weekend are worth going to.

Pros: Ambience, affordability, location

Cons: lax waiters

4 Star Rating: Recommended

02/17/2006 Posted by pedicam

I am not a big coffee drinker but their prices are lot more reasonable than Starbucks. If you come on the weekends, they have entertainment (improv shows) that are pretty interesting.

Pros: ambience

4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/20/2002 Posted by adamtorres

Ready for something other than sterile, corporate coffee? This is the place! Great espresso and an excellent variety of coffee drinks. On a hot day, try the Mango Madness.

Editor's Review

Nestled near the corner of Sixth Street and Congress Avenue, this cafe serves up cyberspace, coffee and comedy.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Look Good

Flaunt your talent in one of the Hideout's theaters or its multimedia classroom, which are available for rental. Call (512) 443-3688 to ask about prices and availability.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Mon-Thu, Sat 7am-11pm
  • Fri 7am-1am
  • Sun 10am-10pm

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • MasterCard

Cuisines

  • Coffee Shops & Diners

Meal Price

  • $

Amenities

  • Live Music
  • Breakfast

Recognition for The Hideout

2008 Audience Winner - Free Wi-Fi Spot

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