

Gourmet New American fare served in a polished cafe space in a converted gas station/Laundromat.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2115 Holly St, Austin, TX 78702
Website: https://launderetteaustin.com/
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Reviews
The house cocktails were creative and well crafted. The mint julep was the only miss, slightly watered down and short on mint. That aside, the experience was excellent. We will definitely be back.
Food came out pretty quickly and was tasty! We rate the burger 4.7/5, the pork shoulder hash 4/5, and the jammy egg 4/5. Our biggest takeaway away is that the portions are quite small. The burger did not come with sides and the jammy egg came with a singular egg. This may be typical for Austin, but the crowded atmosphere and the rushed staff encouraged more a diner atmosphere than a fine dining one. It felt confusing then if the hustle and bustle impersonal atmosphere equates to more fine dining take-your-time tapas style menu.
I also wanted more laundromat or convenience store imagery from the decor if that’s the story behind the restaurant. It felt like a missed opportunity to me.
Parking was quite easy. There’s a lot in the front that fits probably 20 cars and street parking around that’s especially open on a Sunday.
We may be back, but we’d probably opt for somewhere that committed to either diner atmosphere and diner portions or fine dining experience and fine dining price.
The cocktail menu has some standout options. The Malfy Spritz was especially delightful, light, refreshing, and reminiscent of an upscale lemonade with butterfly pea blossom for a floral touch. In contrast, Kay’s Coupe is more gin-forward and great for someone who enjoys a stronger drink.
Appetizers were a highlight. The pomme frites and house-made chips with pimento cheese were both solid starters. The pimento cheese was fresh and flavorful, a huge leap above store-bought versions. The sticky Brussels sprouts were slightly al dente, but the sauce and Parmesan made them very enjoyable. The striped bass crudo was delicious, with an intense heat that I personally liked, but the menu doesn’t mention that it’s very spicy, which could catch some people off guard. The burrata was excellent, especially paired with a huge piece of perfectly toasted bread. A delightful surprise was the tempura snap peas, crispy, unique, and full of flavor. The lettuces with citrus breadcrumbs were the only disappointment among the starters, as the citrus breadcrumbs made the salad heavy and soggy.
For mains, the bistro steak had good flavor but was a little bit tough, likely due to the cut of meat. The Texas redfish tasted good, though it was a bit oily and the portion was smallish. Those wanting more seafood might prefer the whole branzino, just be mindful of the bones. The sticky pork ribs with hoisin sauce came in a generous portion and would be ideal for those who enjoy a sweet glaze.
Desserts: the raspberry tart was a nice option for a light dessert and would appeal to fans of white chocolate. The carrot cake, however, was underwhelming. If you’re expecting a classic carrot cake, this is not it. It’s more of a light surprise and misses the mark if you’re looking for that rich, spiced texture and flavor of carrot cake. That said, the honey crunch served with it was absolutely amazing and the highlight of the dessert. The surprise of the evening was the decaffeinated coffee served on a beautiful tray that everyone appreciated, a perfect way to end the meal.
Service was impeccable with kind and attentive staff. Launderette is a wonderful place to visit for a well-rounded and memorable dining experience.