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Exploring Houston’s Cozy But Cute Cafes

Exploring Houston’s Cozy But Cute Cafes
| Last Updated: June 2024

With new cafes popping up in almost every corner, it’s starting to be kind of hard to tell which places are good from the ones that aren’t. A few too many overpriced cups of bitter and acidic coffee later, I’ve decided to collate a Houston’s best list for us all. 

In a city buzzing with energy, Houston’s coffee scene is extraordinary. From unassuming warehouses crafting specialty brews to cafes blending caffeine with unexpected delights like plants and even cats, our coffee journey through the city is filled with surprises.

Join us as we unravel the list of Houston’s most charming and distinctive coffee shops. Whether you’re a caffeine connoisseur, an avid explorer, or someone seeking a cozy nook to unwind, discover the next spot to visit with this guide. 

Discover a New Gathering Spot at Agora

Address: 1712 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098, United States

Phone Number: +1 713 526 7212

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Hours: Open everyday from 9 am to 2 pm 

Average Price Per Person: $1 to $10 

Nestled in the lush Melrose neighborhood, Agora is a Greek-inspired haven waiting to be explored. The unassuming cafe looks like a regular 2 storey building covered in some vines and the shade of some trees. But, it’s one of the city’s best kept secrets. 

It lives up to its name that translates to a gathering space with the warm ambiance that surrounds you when you’re there. The entire interior is made up of hardwood floors, wooden walls and beams, along with brown leather furniture. 

They also have coffee drinks that are just as good as the decor with classics like cappuccinos, flat whites, lattes, cold brews, mocha drinks, and cortados. 

Pro Tip: 
If you’re not a fan of the same old coffee drinks you can get elsewhere, you can opt to try some of their specialty items. The strawberry banana smoothies are perfect for those who have a sweet tooth. While the Frappe Greek Iced Coffee follows the theme. 

Try the Exciting Fusion Flavors at Campesino Coffee House

Address: 2602 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77006, United States 

Phone Number: +1 832 831 6486

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Hours: 

  • Open from Monday to Friday from 7 am to 9 pm 
  • Open from Saturday to Sunday from 7:30 am to 9 pm 

Average Price Per Person: $1 to $10 

Another Montrose Cafe, the Campesino Coffee House is perfect for those of you who are looking for a more exotic twist on your average coffee. They have a whole list of Latin American inspired drinks like horchata and cortadito. 

They also have specialties like Cafe Cubano and Cafe de Olla or Mexican coffee prepared in clay pots and mixed in with cinnamon and piloncillo brown sugar. 

If you like mocha lattes, go for the Maya Mocha Latte made extra special with cayenne, cinnamon, nutmeg, and paprika. They also have non-coffee drinks like the Chan which is popular in Honduras and El Salvador. It’s lemonade, chia seeds, and hibiscus water.

Pro Tip: 
For those who can’t enjoy an afternoon out without some snacks, you’ll be glad to know that they have lots to choose from sausage, chorizo, or cheese and egg tacos to chicken, black bean pisques, and corn and cream tamales. 

Enjoy Your Drink Among Plants at the Enchanting Coffee Garden

Address: 606 Dennis St, Houston, TX 77006, United States

Phone Number: +1 210 692 4238

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Hours: 

  • Open on Monday from 7 am to 1 pm 
  • Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 7 am to 6 pm 

Average Price Per Person: $1 to $10 

If you’re just as much of a coffee lover as you are a plant enthusiast, then a visit to the Coffee Garden is the perfect recipe for a great afternoon at a cafe. This spot stands out from all the rest with the selection of live plants that are both on display and for sale. 

Every single corner of the location is decorated with plants from ferns and ficusses, as well as smaller potted plants by the counter. All the discord and even the furniture are in warm and earthy tones for a truly relaxing day that feels like you’re chilling outdoors. 

They have the classic coffee based drinks, but we especially enjoy the matcha latte made with ceremonial grade green matcha tea and the pistachio cream latte.

Pro Tip: 
The Coffee Garden has some of the more inventive variety of drinks we’ve tried. More adventurous ones to try include the black forest mocha, the pandan matcha cloud, and the zafrani chai made with masala chai tea with saffron and oat milk. 

Celebrate a Workout with Some Great Drinks at Duo Coffee & Pilates

Address: 2147 Westheimer Rd Suite A, Houston, TX 77098, United States

Phone Number: +1 832 623 6078

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Hours: 

  • Open from Monday to Friday from 7 am to 8 pm 
  • Open from Saturday to Sunday from 8 am to 6 pm 

Average Price Per Person: $1 to $10 

Duo Coffee & Pilates seamlessly combines a caffeine fix with an invigorating Pilates session. This unique hybrid establishment offers a perfect blend of strength training and meticulously crafted coffee for caffeine and exercise addicts like us. 

You can sign up for any of their classes which happen hourly starting from 5:30 am with the last class beginning at 7:30 pm. Even if you don’t particularly want to workout, you can still enjoy espresso beverages, brewed coffee drinks, and teas while you’re there. 

Their snack boxes including one with hummus and another that’s a charcuterie box are healthy and filling at the same time. You can opt for a panini for something more filling. 

Pro Tip: 
The place is most packed from 9 am to 11 am and from 5 pm to 6 pm because these are the classes with the most number of participants on average. If you’d like to avoid crowds, we recommend dropping by early in the day or during meal times. 

Immerse Yourself in Greenery at Eden Plant Co.

Address: 3401 Harrisburg Blvd Suite J, Houston, TX 77003, United States

Phone Number: +1 713 474 6042 

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Hours: 

  • Open from Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm 
  • Open from Saturday to Sunday from 8 am to 6 pm 

Average Price Per Person: $1 to $10 

When you step into Eden Plant Co., it feels like you’ve stepped into a realm where coffee meets nature. This place is part cafe and plant nursery with a wide array of ferns, palms, and succulents. There are also outdoor tables for maximum nature immersion. 

The space is great for a day of relaxation and catching up with friends, but it’s also quiet enough to study or work. The seating is set up in a booth style layout with wooden tables and comfortable couches for maximum effect. 

You can spice up your coffee orders with pumps of their different syrups from vanilla, caramel, hazelnut, and mocha. But there are also more unique ones like lavender. 

Pro Tip: 
The Eden Plant Co. always has different plants for sale. If you’re looking to add a new piece to your collection, make sure you stay updated by checking their social media profiles. They also tend to announce sales and discounts by the end of the month. 

Brighten Your Day at EggHaus Gourmet

Address: 2042 E T C Jester Blvd, Houston, TX 77008, United States

Phone Number:  +1 713 360 6748

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Hours: 

  • Open from Monday to Friday from 7 am to 3 pm 
  • Open from Saturday to Sunday from 8 am to 4 pm 

Average Price Per Person: $10 to $20 

If you’re looking for a cafe that matches your sunny personality then the yellow decor and bright white space inside the EggHaus Gourmet in Houston will suit you just fine. This is a popular brunch and lunch place that we’ve turned into our own hangout spot. 

The 3 main best sellers are the egg sandwiches and tacos, which sound simple enough but are elevated with buns that they bake daily and non-GMO tortillas. They also specialize in gourmet kolaches which are Czech pastries and come in 13 varieties. 

They also have a variety of baked goods like croissants and pastries that range from sweet fruity ones to more savory ones filled with cheese, ham, bacon, and sausages. 

Pro Tip: 
Egg Haus Gourmet has a selection of drinks that you can order to wash down all the good food you’ll eat there. Their nutella ice coffee is our favorite coffee drink, while the butterfly lemonade with sweet pea tea, agave nectar, and strawberries is also good.

Play with Fluffy Cats While You Enjoy Coffee at the El Gato Coffeehouse Cafe

Address: 508 Pecore St suite a, Houston, TX 77009, United States

Phone Number: +1 832 968 3006

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Hours: 

  • Open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm 
  • Open on Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm 
  • Open on Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm 

Average Price Per Person: $10 to $20 

If those Instagram famous cafes with cats crawling around everywhere have been flooding your feed for a few days now, you can scratch the itch of curiosity and try to see what the hype is all about with a visit to the El Gato Coffeehouse Cafe. 

This is just the place to be for cat aficionados looking for a unique coffee experience and a way to blend your love of coffee and cats! El Gato’s most popular for their hot chai and hot matcha lattes, but we equally liked their iced topo chico drink.

They only have 3 items in the snacks menu including cinnamon rolls, cookies, and vegan bars. But, you’ll be too busy playing with the free roaming cats to notice. 

Pro Tip: 
What some might not know is that El Gato started and primarily functions as a cat rescue where they adopt and give homes to stray cats. All of the cats there are actually available for you to adopt for $95 after you visit and submit an application. 

Transport Yourself to Middle Earth for a Day at the Hobbit Cafe

Address: 2243 Richmond Ave., Houston, TX 77098, United States

Phone Number: +1 713 526 5460

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Hours: 

  • Open from Monday to Thursday and on Sunday from 11 am to 9 pm 
  • Open from Friday to Saturday from 11 am to 10 pm

Average Price Per Person: $10 to $20 

The Hobbit Cafe has been in the business of transporting willing visitors to the Shire inspired by the Lord of the Rings since 1972. They started as a fully vegetarian place but they now have stacked burgers, seafood dishes, and even fully loaded nachos. 

But, people come here for more than just good food. The entire place looks like a movie set from the famous movie series complete with photos, memorabilia, and props inspired by the Lord of the Rings. 

Most of the dishes are even named after movie characters or elements like the Fellowship Platter, The Gandalf Sandwich, and Gollum’s Seafood Tacos. 

Pro Tip: 
The Hobbit Cafe has a whole line of smoothies for you to try with healthy options like the Mithril Mix made with strawberries, bananas, and pineapples, as well as richer ones like the Gimli with peanut butter, banana, carob, and cinnamon,

Support a Good Cause for the Youth at La La Land Kind Cafe

Address: 600 N Shepherd Dr Suite 140, Houston, TX 77007, United States

Phone Number: +1 713 497 5789

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Hours: Open everyday from 6:30 am to 7 pm

Average Price Per Person: $1 to $10 

The design of the La La Land Kind Cafe looks just as carefree as its name sounds. The place almost seems like a dream with only shades of white, beige, and pastels shine through the entire interior. The look is completed with soft and fluffy couches. 

The drinks here are equally as dreamy with most being 2 shades of colors. The best seller is the butterfly matcha latte which tastes like fruity pebbles and are colored half blue and half green. The green and purple lavender bloom matcha latte is also a sight! 

If you’re feeling a bit peckish, you can go for the M.A.K.A. toast with almond butter, blueberries, bananas, and strawberries or the queen avocado toast with cream cheese.

Pro Tip: 
The La La Land Kind Cafe hosts regular 8 week programs for the youth that impart them with life skills, hands on training, customer service knowledge, and a mentorship program that lasts beyond just the 8 weeks. So, you help out by supporting the cafe!

Enjoy the Industrial Vibes at Segundo Coffee Lab

Address: 711 Milby St #35, Houston, TX 77023, United States

Phone Number: +1 346 240 3032

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Hours: 

  • Open from Monday to Friday from 6 am to 9 pm 
  • Open on Saturday from 7 am to 9 pm 
  • Open on Sunday from 7 am to 8 pm

Average Price Per Person: $1 to $10 

Segundo Coffee Lab ticks off all of the items to make an ideal warehouse chic cafe. It comes complete with minimalist windows, metal chairs, simplistic furniture, and hanging lights. As a cherry on top, the entire cafe inside of a repurposed shipping container. 

The menu doesn’t disappoint either, reflecting the same cool collected nature of the interior with well executed classics like espresso based drinks, cappuccinos, lattes, and iced coffees. They also have a wide selection of teas from local markets and abroad. 

Once night comes, you can also enjoy quality wines from whites and reds, as well as different beers that they have on tap and in bottles and cans.

Pro Tip: 
The Segundo Coffee Lab is located in the Ironworks in downtown Houston and is located near a bunch of other must try places like eateries and dessert places. There are also shops that sell all sorts of things like vintage furniture, jewelry, and candles. 

Treat Yourself to a Masterfully Made Cup at Siphon Coffee Houston

Address: 701 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77006, United States 

Phone Number: +1 281 974 4426

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Hours: Open everyday from 7 am to 8 pm 

Average Price Per Person: $10 to $20 

Siphon Coffee is named after a Japanese machine that was invented over a century and a half ago. The machine makes use of a vacuum that pulls the water through a filter filled with ground coffee beans to extract the flavors and aromas within. 

It takes about 10 to 15 minutes of meticulous work just to make one cup of coffee, but trust us, the results make the wait worth it. The coffee is stronger and more fragrant. Only very few places in the country still do this method and do it well. 

Plus, as a bonus, the place itself is also aesthetically pleasing with 200 year old reclaimed wood from barns making up most of the paneling. 

Pro Tip: 
Because of the work they put into making each cup, we highly suggest you drink the coffee in the location and not get it in a cup to take with you because that might upset the balance of flavors. That won’t be too hard to do because the place is nice too!

Channel Your Inner Biker at Wolfsmiths Coffee

Address: 636 W 26th St, Houston, TX 77008, United States

Phone Number: +1 832 433 3283

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Hours: 

  • Open from Tuesday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm 
  • Open from Saturday to Sunday from 9 am to 3 pm

Average Price Per Person: $1 to $10 

In the unassuming guise of a fully operational body shop for all kinds of motorcycles, is a hidden gem for good coffee and tacos! Wolfsmiths is where bikers go to when they need a tune up or need a new set of helmets and leather jackets. 

But, it’s also where coffee connoisseurs go for a new cafe adventure that far from the ordinary experience.  A garage is repurposed into a cafe area with many motorcycles, both the latest models and antiques scattered everywhere as decor. 

It’s a pretty cool place to visit especially if you’re into cars and motorcycles. But, people come here for the food too, especially for the tacos, tortas, and their loaded fries. 

Pro Tip: 
Don’t miss out on the great drinks that they serve at Wolfsmiths. Their coffee drinks are great and made up of the common ones you’d find in cafes, but other more unique ones to try are the kombucha, Topo Chico, and Mexican Coke drinks. 
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