The roasters writing the coffee scene in Houston: who they are, where they source from and where to drink it.
The roasters writing the coffee scene in Houston. who they are, where they source from, and where to drink the result.
Greenway Coffee in Houston is David Buehrer's third-wave roaster behind Blacksmith and the Anvil Bar coffee program, with single origins and a Greenway Plaza basement roastery.
Tip: Buy whole bean at Blacksmith (Westheimer) rather than the roastery itself; the cafe stock turns over weekly.
Sources from: Ethiopia, Colombia, Guatemala, Honduras
How they serve: Espresso, Filter, Whole bean retail
Boomtown Coffee in Houston is the Heights roaster-cafe on West 19th Street, with single origins from Ethiopia and Kenya, espresso drinks and a Heights neighbourhood crowd.
Tip: The pour-over bar is the move. Bring a friend; the front room is busy on weekends.
Sources from: Ethiopia, Kenya, Colombia, Costa Rica
How they serve: Espresso, Filter, Whole bean retail
Catalina Coffee in Houston is the Washington Avenue roaster from Max Gonzalez, since 2010 with espresso, single origins and a Tequila Mockingbird tequila bar next door.
Tip: The cappuccino is the house signature. Sit at the back patio in cool weather.
Sources from: Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia
How they serve: Espresso, Filter, Wholesale
Peak food season in Houston is year-round.
Local dining hours: lunch around 12:30, dinner from 19:30.
service is typically included; small extra is welcome but not expected.
Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Houston rewards trust.