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Joann's Fine Foods, Austin, TX

Joann's Fine Foods

4.7 (537)
$30 and under
Tex-Mex
1224 South Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78704

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Charming
Joann’s Fine Foods is a lively Tex Mex Diner & Patio Restaurant located in the iconic Austin Motel, along busy South Congress. The vibe is laid back but bustling with comfortable indoor booths, shady patio seating and a popular palapa bar. The vintage diner has been restored and updated with mahogany wood paneling, Mid-century furniture and photos of famous Texans.

The menu features Tex Mex and diner classics cooked over our mesquite burning grill. Joann’s is perfect for brunch, lunch or a classic Austin dinner when strolling the iconic avenue. Favorites include Wood-Grilled Fajitas with tortillas made in-house daily, Joann’s Queso, Avocado & Tuna Tartare, Tacos and Quesadillas, Enchilada Plates and diner specialties including Stone Ground Blue Corn Pancakes, Patty Melt, and Club Sandwich.

The bar is stocked with an extensive tequila and mezcal selection and Joann’s serves one of Austin’s best frozen margaritas.

All Ways Welcome. So Close Yet So Far Out

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tex-Mex
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 358-6054
  • Website
    http://www.joannsaustin.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Offers

  • Austin's Best Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 15:00 - 18:00
    Happy hour 7 DAYS A WEEK featuring half-off margaritas and all our signature appetizers (including Queso, Hash Browns Nachos, Ceviche, plus more) from 5 to 7 P.M. On Mondays it’s an all night happy hour with a bonus: HALF-OFF ALL TACOS (Shrimp! Redfish!, Avocado & Corn, Chicken Tinga, Crispy Beef) from 5 until close. Hang on the patio, saddle up to the bar, or grab a snug booth for Joann’s new happy hour. Great for groups & bachelorette parties. 𝐉𝐎𝐀𝐍𝐍’𝐒 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐑: 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘𝐃𝐀𝐘: 𝟓 - 𝟕 𝐏.𝐌. 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓: 𝟓 𝐏.𝐌. - 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞! 💋 Half-off margaritas 💋 Half-off appetizers 💋 Half-off all tacos (Mondays only*)
    Austin's Best Happy Hour photo

Menu

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What 537 people are saying

Joann's Fine Foods reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Austin

    Lively

  • Austin

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Joann's Fine Foods offers a "super chill yet stylish vibe" with consistently great food and service. Highlights include standout dishes like the "chicken fried steak" and "best avocado toast." Guests appreciate the "fun, retro atmosphere" and accommodating staff. Although some diners note noise and pricing concerns, many plan to return.
537 Reviews

  1. Kayleigh

    San Antonio2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Joann’s Fine Foods nails it every time! Amazing food, great drinks, and a super chill yet stylish vibe. Every dish was delicious and thoughtfully made. Cocktails were top-tier, and the service was genuinely outstanding. Can’t wait to come back!

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  2. Scott

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our experience. Great brunch. Great food. Great service.

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  3. Roe VIP

    Central Texas8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 21 May 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Love the vibe and it being on SoCo. Food is just ok though.

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  4. Mia VIP

    Austin1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 18 May 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waiter forgot 3 of our items, we had to ask multiple times to check in on them. Found it really difficult to get anyone’s attention who worked there.

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  5. Kristen

    Houston3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Needs air conditioning inside for half the restaurant. Sweated all dinner, it was miserable. Never again. Drinks $13-15+ each tasted zero alcohol, got no buzz. Didn’t even taste good. Food made us 3 out of 6 of us all sick after with gas pains. CRAZY SMALL INSIDE. I was so embarrassed I chose this place for my out of town’s family’s last Austin dinner. ABSOLUTELY NOT! Staff was lovely

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  6. Matt

    Austin1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Food is good, can be great. Vibes are good, place is cool. It's too expensive now, should be about 20% less than it is.

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  7. Charles

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chicken fried steak was outstanding; tender with non-greasy and crunchy fried batter with good green beans and hash browns!

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  8. Shirley VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I absolutely love their ceviche, and it was a perfect day to get it Cinco de Mayo and great margaritas too

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  9. Kristana VIP

    Denver / Colorado12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 3 May 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Incredibly loud. The food (redfish plate) was okay, but not fabulous. The queso and guacamole were delicious. Drinks were fine, but not fabulous. Service was mediocre. Fun, retro atmosphere, but wouldn’t go back due to not being able to have a conversation without yelling. Solidly mediocre experience.

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  10. Cathy VIP

    Houston4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was terrible. Waiter was inexperienced avd totally overwhellmed. Four and drinks were expensive.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Joann's Fine Foods

1224 South Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78704

Additional information

  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tex-Mex
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
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