Day Maker Half Day Cafe Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Day Maker Half Day Cafe, a vibrant spot in Austin, Texas, known for its delectable brunch offerings and inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the cinnamon roll, described as an absolute must-try, alongside classic breakfast dishes like steak and eggs and pastrami hash. Each item showcases the cafe's commitment to quality, with homemade touches evident in everything, from their hot sauces to the creamy lattes.

The lively, retro decor brings a unique charm, making it perfect for gatherings with friends and family. Customers highlight the friendly and attentive service, with enthusiastic staff eager to offer recommendations. Favorites include migas verdes, breakfast quesadillas, and refreshing drinks like boozy orange Julius cocktails. Whether you're looking to enjoy a leisurely brunch or a quick bite, Day Maker guarantees a delightful experience that brightens your day!

Coffee Shop & Bevs - Pastries

Chocolate Croissant

US$4.00

Chocolate Coco Cookie

US$4.00

Cookie Butter Braid

US$4.00

Latte

US$5.50

Americano

US$4.00

Cappuccino

US$5.00

Chai Latte

US$6.00

Cortado

US$4.50

Double Espresso

US$3.00

Cinnamon Teddy Graham Latte

US$6.50

Iced Strawberries N’ Cream Matcha

US$7.00

Hot Chocolate

US$4.00

Hot Tea

US$3.50

House Blend Drip

US$3.50

Iced Cold Brew 16oz

US$5.00

Iced Cold Brew 20oz

US$6.00

Matcha Latte

US$6.00

Red Eye

US$5.00

South TX Mocha

US$6.00

96oz House Blend Drip

US$28.00

Coffee Shop & Bevs - Coffee Shop*

Coffee Shop & Bevs - Grab n' Go Bev

Big Red

US$4.00

Celsius Energy

US$4.00

Gotta Rise Juice

US$8.00

Kids Honest Apple

US$2.00

Maine Root Ginger Beer

US$4.00

Pineapple Power Greens Juice

US$8.00

Richard’s Rainwater (Still)

US$4.00

Saint Arnold's Root Beer

US$4.00

Sunkist Orange

US$3.50

Sunny Day Juice

US$8.00

Topo Chico

US$4.00

Chocolate Croissant

US$4.00

Chocolate Coco Cookie

US$4.00

Cookie Butter Braid

US$4.00

Pastries

Coffee Shop*

Latte

US$5.50

Americano

US$4.00

Cappuccino

US$5.00

Chai Latte

US$6.00

Cortado

US$4.50

Double Espresso

US$3.00

Cinnamon Teddy Graham Latte

US$6.50

Iced Strawberries N’ Cream Matcha

US$7.00

Hot Chocolate

US$4.00

Hot Tea

US$3.50

House Blend Drip

US$3.50

Iced Cold Brew 16oz

US$5.00

Iced Cold Brew 20oz

US$6.00

Matcha Latte

US$6.00

Red Eye

US$5.00

South TX Mocha

US$6.00

96oz House Blend Drip

US$28.00

Big Red

US$4.00

Celsius Energy

US$4.00

Gotta Rise Juice

US$8.00

Kids Honest Apple

US$2.00

Maine Root Ginger Beer

US$4.00

Pineapple Power Greens Juice

US$8.00

Richard’s Rainwater (Still)

US$4.00

Saint Arnold's Root Beer

US$4.00

Sunkist Orange

US$3.50

Sunny Day Juice

US$8.00

Topo Chico

US$4.00

Grab n' Go Bev

Food - Day Maker - Breakfast Tacos

Breakfast Taco

Dirty Queso

Spicy chorizo, salsa Verde, tortilla chips

US$9.50

Maple Bacon Fritters

Smoked bacon, maple syrup, powdered sugar

US$9.00

G-Ma’s Biscuits & Gravy

Fluffy biscuits, sausage gravy

US$8.50

State Fair Waffle

Bacon chive waffle, whipped butter, berry compote, powdered sugar

US$11.00

Anita's Churro Pancakes

Sweet churro dust, horchata butter, cajeta drizzle, shaved Mexican chocolate

US$10.50

Bread Pudding French Toast

Vanilla mascarpone, granola crunch, fresh berries, maple syrup, powdered sugar

US$13.00

Fork & Knife Cinnamon Roll

Gooey coconut maple glaze, candied pecans, toasted coconut

US$10.00

Classic Buttermilk Stack

Soft whipped butter with flaky sea salt, maple syrup

US$8.50

Food - Day Maker - For the Table

Food - Day Maker - Day Maker Plates

Chorizo Benny

Masa cakes, refried black beans, spicy chorizo, poached eggs, avocado, chipotle hollandaise, escabeche, crispy potato wedges

US$15.00

Hangover Enchilada

Roasted chicken, arbol ranchero sauce, Oaxaca cheese, refried black beans, crispy potato wedges, sunny up egg, crema

US$16.00

Day Maker Classic

Two eggs your way, choice of meat (links, sausage patties, bacon), hashbrowns, choice of toast

Migas Verdes

Tortilla chips, salsa verde, scrambled eggs, refried black beans, Mexican crema, Oaxaca cheese, escabeche, flour tortillas

US$14.00

The Classic Benny

English muffin, smoked ham, onion jam, poached eggs, hollandaise, crispy potato wedges

US$15.00

Steak & Eggs

Harissa marinated seared beef tenderloin, two eggs your way, refried black beans, crispy potato wedges, salsa verde, escabeche, flour tortillas

US$19.00

Crab Cake Benny

Maryland style crab cakes, English muffin, dressed greens, poached eggs, hollandaise, crispy potato wedges

US$19.00

Huevos Rancheros

Crispy tostada, refried black beans, avocado, arbol ranchero sauce, sunny up eggs, Mexican crema

US$14.00

Breakfast Etouffee

Cheesy grits, homemade biscuit, shrimp and sausage etouffee, sunny up egg

US$16.00

Veggie Lovers Frittata

Cauliflower, roasted tomato, spinach, gruyere, onion jam

US$13.50

Buenos-Dilla

Scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes, chorizo, roasted peppers & onions, Oaxaca cheese, salsa verde, Mexican crema, escabeche

US$14.00

Build A Plate

Steak Bowl

Harissa marinated seared beef tenderloin, cauliflower fried rice, sweet potato, escabeche, sunny up egg, avocado, chipotle aioli, queso fresco

US$17.00

Lone Star Diner Hash

Hashbrowns, smoked pastrami, sunny up egg, escabeche, chipotle aioli, queso fresco

US$16.00

Sweet Potato Bowl

Cauliflower rice, sweet potato, mushroom, feta, pepita, escabeche, shaved cabbage, chile lime emulsion, poached egg

US$14.00

Coconut Granola Parfait

Coconut almond granola, pepita, berry medley, vanilla Greek yogurt, maple syrup

US$10.00

Food - Day Maker - Lets Spoon

Food - Day Maker - Lets Fork

Chicken & Waffles

Fried chicken thigh, bacon bit waffle, buffalo hot honey butter, simple salad

US$16.00

The Lox Toast

Thick cut sourdough, cured salmon, whipped feta, cucumber, red onion, simple salad, poached egg, capers

US$14.50

Diner Fried Steak

Hashbrowns, two eggs your way, sausage gravy

US$16.00

Chicken Schnitzel Caesar

Crispy chicken thigh, creamy Caesar dressing, grated pecorino, sourdough croutons

US$17.00

Avocado Toast

Rustic sourdough, avocado mousse, bacon lardons, dressed greens, red onion, poached egg, chile oil crunch Add lump blue crab 5

US$13.00

Rise & Shine Sammy

Brioche bun, pecan smoked ham, soft scrambled eggs, Swiss cheese, crisp lettuce, Duke’s Mayo

US$14.00

The Hot Chick

Brioche bun, crispy chicken thigh, American cheese, pickles, Duke’s Mayo, creamy tarragon slaw

US$15.00

D.M. Smashburger

Brioche bun, smashed beef patties, caramelized onions, American cheese, bacon jam, mac sauce, pickles, sunny up egg

US$15.00

Texas Pastrami Sandwich

Toasted marble rye bread, beef belly pastrami, dijon, melted Swiss, 1000 island dressing, sauerkraut

US$18.00

BLT Grilled Cheese

Toasted sourdough, pecan smoked bacon, Gruyere, Swiss, American cheese, chipotle aioli, sliced tomato, crisp lettuce

US$14.00

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Panko crusted chicken thigh, flour tortilla, romaine lettuce mix, creamy Caesar dressing, hard boiled egg, croutons

US$16.00

Food - Day Maker - Sammies

Food - Day Maker - Sides

Bacon

US$4.00

Biscuit

US$3.00

Cheesy Browns

US$5.00

Cheesy Grits

US$4.00

Chicken Sausage Links

US$5.00

Chorizo

US$2.00

Egg

US$2.00

Fruit

US$6.00

Ham

US$4.00

Hash Brown

US$4.00

Patties

US$5.00

Rye Toast

US$2.00

Sausage Links

US$5.00

Side Caesar

Crispy chicken thigh, creamy Caesar dressing, grated pecorino, sourdough croutons

US$8.00

Side Gravy

US$2.00

Single Pancake

US$4.00

Single Waffle

US$5.00

Sourdough Toast

US$2.00

Specialty Croissant

US$4.00

Steak Bacon

US$9.00

Velvet Red Bottle

US$8.00

Wedges

US$4.00

Wheat Toast

US$2.00

Kid's Pancake

A single pancake with butter.

US$6.00

Kid's Breakfast

1 egg cooked your way, choice of sausage link, sausage patty or bacon. Served with Crispy Potato Wedges.

US$6.00

Chicken Nuggs

4 Chicken Nuggets with Crispy Potato Wedges.

US$6.00

Cheesy Mac

Macaroni & Cheese.

US$6.00

Food - Day Maker - Kids

Food - Day Maker - Dessert

Nilla Wafer Banana Pudding

A bed of crushed Nilla Wafers in the bottom, we top that with a layer of Cinnamon pastry cream and then a layer of bananas tossed in a Cajeta. Topped with Mexican Vanilla whipped cream and dusting of cinnamon.

US$8.50

New York Cheesecake

A rich cheesecake filling baked in Ritz cracker crust. Served chilled with a rich berry compote on top with Mexican vanilla whipped cream. Powdered sugar.

US$8.50

Breakfast Taco

Breakfast Tacos

For the Table

Dirty Queso

Spicy chorizo, salsa Verde, tortilla chips

US$9.50

Maple Bacon Fritters

Smoked bacon, maple syrup, powdered sugar

US$9.00

G-Ma’s Biscuits & Gravy

Fluffy biscuits, sausage gravy

US$8.50

State Fair Waffle

Bacon chive waffle, whipped butter, berry compote, powdered sugar

US$11.00

Anita's Churro Pancakes

Sweet churro dust, horchata butter, cajeta drizzle, shaved Mexican chocolate

US$10.50

Bread Pudding French Toast

Vanilla mascarpone, granola crunch, fresh berries, maple syrup, powdered sugar

US$13.00

Fork & Knife Cinnamon Roll

Gooey coconut maple glaze, candied pecans, toasted coconut

US$10.00

Classic Buttermilk Stack

Soft whipped butter with flaky sea salt, maple syrup

US$8.50

Chorizo Benny

Masa cakes, refried black beans, spicy chorizo, poached eggs, avocado, chipotle hollandaise, escabeche, crispy potato wedges

US$15.00

Hangover Enchilada

Roasted chicken, arbol ranchero sauce, Oaxaca cheese, refried black beans, crispy potato wedges, sunny up egg, crema

US$16.00

Day Maker Classic

Two eggs your way, choice of meat (links, sausage patties, bacon), hashbrowns, choice of toast

Migas Verdes

Tortilla chips, salsa verde, scrambled eggs, refried black beans, Mexican crema, Oaxaca cheese, escabeche, flour tortillas

US$14.00

The Classic Benny

English muffin, smoked ham, onion jam, poached eggs, hollandaise, crispy potato wedges

US$15.00

Steak & Eggs

Harissa marinated seared beef tenderloin, two eggs your way, refried black beans, crispy potato wedges, salsa verde, escabeche, flour tortillas

US$19.00

Crab Cake Benny

Maryland style crab cakes, English muffin, dressed greens, poached eggs, hollandaise, crispy potato wedges

US$19.00

Huevos Rancheros

Crispy tostada, refried black beans, avocado, arbol ranchero sauce, sunny up eggs, Mexican crema

US$14.00

Breakfast Etouffee

Cheesy grits, homemade biscuit, shrimp and sausage etouffee, sunny up egg

US$16.00

Veggie Lovers Frittata

Cauliflower, roasted tomato, spinach, gruyere, onion jam

US$13.50

Buenos-Dilla

Scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes, chorizo, roasted peppers & onions, Oaxaca cheese, salsa verde, Mexican crema, escabeche

US$14.00

Build A Plate

Day Maker Plates

Lets Spoon

Steak Bowl

Harissa marinated seared beef tenderloin, cauliflower fried rice, sweet potato, escabeche, sunny up egg, avocado, chipotle aioli, queso fresco

US$17.00

Lone Star Diner Hash

Hashbrowns, smoked pastrami, sunny up egg, escabeche, chipotle aioli, queso fresco

US$16.00

Sweet Potato Bowl

Cauliflower rice, sweet potato, mushroom, feta, pepita, escabeche, shaved cabbage, chile lime emulsion, poached egg

US$14.00

Coconut Granola Parfait

Coconut almond granola, pepita, berry medley, vanilla Greek yogurt, maple syrup

US$10.00

Chicken & Waffles

Fried chicken thigh, bacon bit waffle, buffalo hot honey butter, simple salad

US$16.00

The Lox Toast

Thick cut sourdough, cured salmon, whipped feta, cucumber, red onion, simple salad, poached egg, capers

US$14.50

Diner Fried Steak

Hashbrowns, two eggs your way, sausage gravy

US$16.00

Chicken Schnitzel Caesar

Crispy chicken thigh, creamy Caesar dressing, grated pecorino, sourdough croutons

US$17.00

Avocado Toast

Rustic sourdough, avocado mousse, bacon lardons, dressed greens, red onion, poached egg, chile oil crunch Add lump blue crab 5

US$13.00

Lets Fork

Sammies

Rise & Shine Sammy

Brioche bun, pecan smoked ham, soft scrambled eggs, Swiss cheese, crisp lettuce, Duke’s Mayo

US$14.00

The Hot Chick

Brioche bun, crispy chicken thigh, American cheese, pickles, Duke’s Mayo, creamy tarragon slaw

US$15.00

D.M. Smashburger

Brioche bun, smashed beef patties, caramelized onions, American cheese, bacon jam, mac sauce, pickles, sunny up egg

US$15.00

Texas Pastrami Sandwich

Toasted marble rye bread, beef belly pastrami, dijon, melted Swiss, 1000 island dressing, sauerkraut

US$18.00

BLT Grilled Cheese

Toasted sourdough, pecan smoked bacon, Gruyere, Swiss, American cheese, chipotle aioli, sliced tomato, crisp lettuce

US$14.00

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Panko crusted chicken thigh, flour tortilla, romaine lettuce mix, creamy Caesar dressing, hard boiled egg, croutons

US$16.00

Bacon

US$4.00

Biscuit

US$3.00

Cheesy Browns

US$5.00

Cheesy Grits

US$4.00

Chicken Sausage Links

US$5.00

Chorizo

US$2.00

Egg

US$2.00

Fruit

US$6.00

Ham

US$4.00

Hash Brown

US$4.00

Patties

US$5.00

Rye Toast

US$2.00

Sausage Links

US$5.00

Side Caesar

Crispy chicken thigh, creamy Caesar dressing, grated pecorino, sourdough croutons

US$8.00

Side Gravy

US$2.00

Single Pancake

US$4.00

Single Waffle

US$5.00

Sourdough Toast

US$2.00

Specialty Croissant

US$4.00

Steak Bacon

US$9.00

Velvet Red Bottle

US$8.00

Wedges

US$4.00

Wheat Toast

US$2.00

Sides

Kids

Kid's Pancake

A single pancake with butter.

US$6.00

Kid's Breakfast

1 egg cooked your way, choice of sausage link, sausage patty or bacon. Served with Crispy Potato Wedges.

US$6.00

Chicken Nuggs

4 Chicken Nuggets with Crispy Potato Wedges.

US$6.00

Cheesy Mac

Macaroni & Cheese.

US$6.00

Nilla Wafer Banana Pudding

A bed of crushed Nilla Wafers in the bottom, we top that with a layer of Cinnamon pastry cream and then a layer of bananas tossed in a Cajeta. Topped with Mexican Vanilla whipped cream and dusting of cinnamon.

US$8.50

New York Cheesecake

A rich cheesecake filling baked in Ritz cracker crust. Served chilled with a rich berry compote on top with Mexican vanilla whipped cream. Powdered sugar.

US$8.50

Dessert

Bar - Day Maker - Cocktails

Boozy Orange Julius

Tito’s Vodka, Jalisco Orange, cream, powder sugar, vanilla, orange bitters

US$10.00

Breakfast Martini

Still Austin Gin, orange marmalade, Jalisco Orange, oj, lemon

US$10.00

Classic Bloody Mary

Tito’s Vodka, tomato juice, house spice blend, Worcestershire, tabasco, lime, chile salt

US$10.00

El Cafecito Martini

Espolon Reposado, Luxardo Espresso Liqueur, Licor 43, house cold brew, mole bitters

US$12.00

Frosty Frozen

Blanco Tequila, Jalisco Orange, blood orange juice, lime, lemon

US$9.00

Mean Green Marg

Espolon Blanco, Jalisco Orange, power greens juice, lime, agave, chile salt

US$12.00

Michelada

Cerveza, lime, house mix, Valentina, Worcestershire, chile salt

US$8.00

Morning Wood Old Fashioned

Rittenhouse Rye, vanilla-cinnamon syrup, house cold brew, Smoke & Salt Bitters

US$12.00

Still A Cowboy Coffee

Still Austin Bourbon, demerara syrup, house blend coffee, whipped cream, shaved pecans

US$11.00

Tito's Espresso Martini

Tito’s Vodka, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur, sugar, house cold brew

US$12.00

Verde Maria

Lunazul Blanco, Dos Hombres Mezcal, tomatillo, cilantro, cucumber, garlic, serrano, lime

US$12.00

White Wine Sangria

J. Lohr Sauvignon Blanc, peach, strawberry, Jalisco Orange, lime, Topo Chico

US$9.00

Yuzu Aperol Spritz

Aperol, prosecco, Fever Tree Yuzu Lime Soda

US$10.00

TG Frosty Frozen Quart

Blanco Tequila, Jalisco Orange, blood orange juice, lime, lemon

US$28.00

Albrecht Sparkling Rose

US$44.00

Four Graces Pinot Noir

US$28.00

Mimosa

US$8.00

Pasqua Romeo & Juliet Prosecco

US$35.00

Roderer Sparkling Brut

US$65.00

Simi Cabernet Sauvignon

US$28.00

Bar - Day Maker - Mimosas Bubbles & Wine

Bar - Day Maker - Mock Cocktails

Virgin Bloody Mary

Tomato juice, house spice blend, Worcestershire, tabasco, lime, chile salt

US$6.00

Virgin Orange Julius

Orange juice, Cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, orange bitters

US$6.00

Virgin Verde Maria

Tomatillo, cilantro, cucumber, garlic, serrano, lime

US$6.00

Michelada N/A

Cerveza, lime, house mix, Valentina, Worcestershire, chile salt

US$8.00

Boozy Orange Julius

Tito’s Vodka, Jalisco Orange, cream, powder sugar, vanilla, orange bitters

US$10.00

Breakfast Martini

Still Austin Gin, orange marmalade, Jalisco Orange, oj, lemon

US$10.00

Classic Bloody Mary

Tito’s Vodka, tomato juice, house spice blend, Worcestershire, tabasco, lime, chile salt

US$10.00

El Cafecito Martini

Espolon Reposado, Luxardo Espresso Liqueur, Licor 43, house cold brew, mole bitters

US$12.00

Frosty Frozen

Blanco Tequila, Jalisco Orange, blood orange juice, lime, lemon

US$9.00

Mean Green Marg

Espolon Blanco, Jalisco Orange, power greens juice, lime, agave, chile salt

US$12.00

Michelada

Cerveza, lime, house mix, Valentina, Worcestershire, chile salt

US$8.00

Morning Wood Old Fashioned

Rittenhouse Rye, vanilla-cinnamon syrup, house cold brew, Smoke & Salt Bitters

US$12.00

Still A Cowboy Coffee

Still Austin Bourbon, demerara syrup, house blend coffee, whipped cream, shaved pecans

US$11.00

Tito's Espresso Martini

Tito’s Vodka, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur, sugar, house cold brew

US$12.00

Verde Maria

Lunazul Blanco, Dos Hombres Mezcal, tomatillo, cilantro, cucumber, garlic, serrano, lime

US$12.00

White Wine Sangria

J. Lohr Sauvignon Blanc, peach, strawberry, Jalisco Orange, lime, Topo Chico

US$9.00

Yuzu Aperol Spritz

Aperol, prosecco, Fever Tree Yuzu Lime Soda

US$10.00

TG Frosty Frozen Quart

Blanco Tequila, Jalisco Orange, blood orange juice, lime, lemon

US$28.00

Cocktails

Mimosas Bubbles & Wine

Albrecht Sparkling Rose

US$44.00

Four Graces Pinot Noir

US$28.00

Mimosa

US$8.00

Pasqua Romeo & Juliet Prosecco

US$35.00

Roderer Sparkling Brut

US$65.00

Simi Cabernet Sauvignon

US$28.00

Virgin Bloody Mary

Tomato juice, house spice blend, Worcestershire, tabasco, lime, chile salt

US$6.00

Virgin Orange Julius

Orange juice, Cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, orange bitters

US$6.00

Virgin Verde Maria

Tomatillo, cilantro, cucumber, garlic, serrano, lime

US$6.00

Michelada N/A

Cerveza, lime, house mix, Valentina, Worcestershire, chile salt

US$8.00

Mock Cocktails

Swag - Beans

DayMaker Whole Bean Coffee

US$20.00

Hoodie

US$30.00

Rope Cap

US$30.00

T-Shirt

US$25.00

Trucker Cap

US$25.00

Tumbler

US$30.00

Swag - Merch

Beans

DayMaker Whole Bean Coffee

US$20.00

Hoodie

US$30.00

Rope Cap

US$30.00

T-Shirt

US$25.00

Trucker Cap

US$25.00

Tumbler

US$30.00

Merch