Community First! Village
Looking for a unique dining experience that’s more than just a meal? Welcome to Community First! Village Restaurant, located at 9301 Hog Eye Rd, Austin, TX. This isn’t your typical restaurant – it’s part of a bigger mission to help end homelessness in Austin, Texas.
At Community First! Village, dining is not only about enjoying delicious food but also about supporting a community-driven cause. The restaurant, which serves a variety of tasty and wholesome dishes, is a key part of the Community First! Village initiative. This village is home to formerly homeless individuals, and the restaurant is run by the residents themselves, offering them opportunities for employment, growth, and a sense of belonging.
The menu at Community First! Village Restaurant is a reflection of the diverse and vibrant community it serves. Whether you’re in the mood for a hearty breakfast, a fresh salad, or a savory lunch, you’ll find something on the menu that satisfies your cravings. The food is prepared with locally sourced ingredients, ensuring that every dish not only tastes good but also supports local farmers and businesses.
But the restaurant is more than just a place to grab a bite. It’s a hub of connection, where patrons and residents come together, share stories, and support a common goal. Dining here feels like being part of something bigger, something meaningful. It’s a place where you can feel good about what you're eating and even better about the impact you're making.
If you’re in the Austin area and looking for a place that combines great food with an even greater cause, Community First! Village Restaurant should definitely be on your list. Whether you’re enjoying a meal with friends or grabbing a bite solo, you’ll leave feeling good – about the food, the people, and the difference you’re making in the community.
So, next time you’re in Austin, swing by Community First! Village Restaurant for an experience that’s truly one of a kind.
Reviews
Lovely community for the previously unhoused in Austin. I am such a fan of this place and what they are doing.
This place is freaking awesome!!! If you're in Austin, the community First Village is a MUST SEE. I can personally promise you, you will be mesmerized by the story and meaning of this place.
A unique project designed to help the chronically homeless and disabled find affordable and sustainable housing in a loving community. Located on bus route 237 in East Austin this housing center helps to empower those less fortunate by giving them more permanent housing. This 27 acre park is split into a collection of tiny homes and RV trailers in a well curated landscape. Resources like a medical clinic, workshop, community gardens, and memorial area really makes this a special place. It is a faith based organization that is open to people of all faiths. Many of the RVs have more permanent structures like a porch that have been built next to them. The tiny homes are incredible with a variety of different floor plans sponsored by local builders and donors. Bathrooms are communal. There is an outdoor movie theater right at the entrance. It feels clean and well decorated with more construction constantly underway. By the far the best part is getting to hear from and connect with current residents about how this unique solution to their problem has resonated with them. It's clear that in addition to providing material needs, the people running this place care about the residents here. This business model of using tiny homes to combat homelessness was written up by CNN. In addition to donating financially, you can also help build. I applaud the efforts underway here and am excited for how this place will continue to help people in need in the future.
I love this place. It's a true community for our Austin unhoused neighbors to be a part of and actively create and maintain. Beautiful vision and execution and much needed elsewhere.