Frequently Asked Questions

Mezze Cafe is a family-owned Mediterranean grill and hookah lounge in South Austin, serving halal Mediterranean food since 2015.

Mezze Cafe is best known for our knafeh, whose crunch was praised by the Austin Chronicle during a tasting of Austin knafeh spots. Guests also come back for our halal shawarma and kebabs and for signature hookah mixes like ATX Sunset and Zilker Zest.

We're at 504 W Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704, in South Austin's 78704 corridor — minutes from South Congress and downtown.

We're on W Oltorf St in South Austin, where street and lot parking are available nearby. Availability varies by time of day, so if you need specifics for your visit, give us a call at +1 512-580-1300 and we'll point you to the best option.

Yes. Mezze Cafe is fully halal and is listed as fully halal on Zabihah.

We do not serve alcohol. Our drink menu features Turkish coffee, Iraqi & Persian teas, fresh juices, and smoothies.

Yes — our restaurant area welcomes guests of all ages, and families have been part of Mezze Cafe since we opened in 2015. The 21+ age requirement applies only to hookah service, so kids are always welcome in the dining area.

Yes. Alongside our indoor dining room and lounge, we have an outdoor patio and covered deck strung with Moroccan lanterns — a favorite spot for dinner and hookah on warm Austin evenings.

Call us at +1 512-580-1300, email info@mezzecafeaustin.com, or visit us at 504 W Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704.

Mediterranean: mezze like hummus, baba ghanouj, and falafel, chicken and beef shawarma, kebabs, mixed grill platters, and desserts like knafeh.

Knafeh is a warm cheese pastry layered with crispy shredded vermicelli, soaked in rose syrup and topped with crushed pistachios. The Austin Chronicle praised the crunch of ours during a tasting of Austin knafeh spots.

Yes. Hummus, baba ghanouj, falafel, dolmas, tabbouleh, and fattoush are all plant-based, and our Vegan Mezze Platter combines them on one plate.

Many of our grilled meats, rice plates, and salads are naturally gluten-free. Tell our staff about your needs when you order and we'll guide you to the right dishes.

Yes. On Friday and Saturday nights we serve a late-night menu until 2:00 AM. Sunday through Thursday, plan to order before our midnight close.

Yes — our full menu with current prices is available online.

Zabihah is the Islamic standard for meat: the animal is slaughtered humanely by hand with a spoken blessing, following Islamic dietary law. All of our meats meet this standard.

All of our meats are certified halal, and we do not serve alcohol.

Tell our staff about any allergy when you order. Our kitchen handles nuts, dairy, and sesame, so please ask and we'll help you choose suitable dishes.

Yes. You must be 21 or older with a valid photo ID to enter the hookah lounge.

One hookah can be shared by up to 3 guests. A refill costs $5 after 90 minutes.

We carry 13 regular flavors including Blueberry, Double Apple, and Pan Raas, 8 exotic flavors like Blue Mist, Rasmalai, and Spiced Chai, plus 7 house-crafted signature mixes including ATX Sunset and Zilker Zest.

The hookah lounge follows our restaurant hours.

Both. We have an indoor lounge and an outdoor patio strung with Moroccan lanterns.

Yes — our full Mediterranean menu is available in the hookah lounge, from mezze and shawarma to knafeh.

Walk-ins are always welcome. On Friday and Saturday nights we recommend reserving ahead — call +1 512-580-1300 or book online.

No dress code — our vibe is casual. Come as you are; whatever you are wearing is fine.

Yes. We cater corporate lunches, party platters, and private events with dishes from our Mediterranean menu.

Yes — we host birthdays, corporate gatherings, and private events, with VIP lounge sections for groups of 6 to 30 guests. Send an inquiry through our events page or call +1 512-580-1300 and we will set everything up.

Yes. We host corporate events and team gatherings in our dining space, with business lunch packages, semi-private meeting areas, and AV equipment available. Send an inquiry through our events page and we will plan it with you.

Yes — hookah can be added to private events, and we offer group hookah packages with special group rates. Keep in mind the 21+ age requirement applies to hookah service for all guests, so mention hookah when you send your event inquiry.

For large orders we recommend booking 48 to 72 hours ahead. Call +1 512-580-1300 and we'll confirm timing for your order.

Yes. Call +1 512-580-1300 before your visit and we'll arrange seating for your group.

Ask our team on your next visit, or call +1 512-580-1300 for current gift card options.

Book online through our reservation page or call +1 512-580-1300 and we'll set your table.

For parties of 10 or more, please call us directly at +1 512-580-1300 and we'll arrange your table. Smaller groups can book online anytime through our reservation page.

Yes — walk-ins are always welcome. We recommend reservations on weekends and for larger groups.

Open until 2:00 AM every Friday & Saturday.

Our dining room opens at 11:00 AM every day for lunch, dinner, and late-night service. We close at midnight Sunday through Thursday and at 2:00 AM Friday and Saturday.

Holiday hours can vary. Call +1 512-580-1300 before your visit and we'll confirm that day's hours.

Yes. Call +1 512-580-1300 to place a pickup order and we'll have it ready when you arrive.

Our catering service delivers throughout the Austin area for events and office lunches. For regular menu items, we offer easy pickup instead — call ahead and your order will be ready when you arrive.