Quick Summary: Houston is a big city, and it’s growing bigger every day. Whether you’re a coffee snob looking for that perfect roast, an insomniac who needs a caffeine fix, a student looking for a place to write that paper, or a group of friends who need a place to hang out, Houston’s vibrant and various neighborhoods are full of unique coffee shops and cafes. Some serve food, some are known for their delicious pastries, some have award-winning baristas, and some are full of art, but all of them have something great to offer.


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1. Siphon Coffee ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Food & Drink
Siphon Coffee | Houston, Texas Coffee Shops
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2. Boomtown Coffee ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Food & Drink
Boomtown Coffee | Houston, Texas Coffee Shops
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3. Catalina Coffee

Category: Food & Drink
Catalina Coffee | Houston, Texas Coffee Shops
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4. Giant Leap Coffee

Category: Food & Drink
Giant Leap Coffee | Houston, Texas Coffee Shops
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5. Agora

Agora | Houston, Texas Coffee Shops
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6. The Doshi House

The Doshi House | Houston, Texas Coffee Shops
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7. Greenway Coffee

Category: Food & Drink
Greenway Coffee | Houston, Texas Coffee Shops
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8. Paper Co. Cafe

Category: Food & Drink
Paper Co. Cafe | Houston, Texas Coffee Shops
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9. Tout Suite

Tout Suite | Houston, Texas Coffee Shops
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