A latte love: Sip on these Houston brews

By Lily Harvey     11/19/24 11:26pm

Looking to escape campus to study for finals? In search of a caffeine boost, sweet treat or cozy fall vibes? Has your Tetra hit zero? Check out these local Houston spots.

Agora

Agora is your signature late night cafe. The Greek coffeehouse and bar is located in Montrose and stays open until 2 a.m. every night. Its wooden interior and two floors promise a homey living room-like feel. Need a pick-me-up? Agora offers baked goods ranging from baklava and alfajores to vegan cinnamon rolls, as well as unique drinks like lavender matcha, pistachio lattes and Vietnamese iced coffee. The word agora means gathering place in Greek, which is fitting for the lively atmosphere at all hours. If you can secure a spot, it’s the perfect place to chat, study or just enjoy the ambiance. 

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Black Hole Coffee House

If you’re feeling creative, Black Hole is a great artsy spot in Houston. Complete with bright colors and disco balls, it’s a perfect place to check out if you’re feeling spaced out. It also offers unique drinks like the cajeta and maté lattes, and is open until 10 p.m. If you look closely, you might even spot a ktru poster adorning the back wall. While somewhat small in size, the cozy atmosphere of Black Hole will be sure to suck you in.

Eden Plant Co.

If you’re a plant lover, Eden Plant Co. is the place for you. The cafe is practically covered in green; its interior is lined with pothos, monsteras and succulents. Continuing its green theme, the menu offers six different types of matcha as well as unique syrups like maple basil, golden milk and lavender bergamot. If you’re not one for coffee or plants, the shop also puts on  movies, workshops and yoga classes at Eden POST.

Luce Coffee Roasters

Luce, with multiple locations, is a nearby staple that opened in 2017 after its counterpart in South Korea. Though its Richmond Ave. location is small, it’s a good homework spot or site for your next coffee run. If you prefer classics, try the hazelnut macchiato or iced honey vanilla latte. If you want to spice it up, order the strawberry ice tea or Black Island, a specialty drink with espresso, coconut and charcoal.

Tout Suite

Tout Suite, located in downtown Houston, is the perfect cross between bakery and cafe, modern and classic. Its wooden elements and warm lighting are inviting, and it always has a good playlist on. If you’re looking for a spot to eat all day, Tout Suite is it. It promises plenty of seating and has breakfast, lunch and snack options, from bakery goods like macarons and strawberries and cream croissants to açai and chicken and waffles, as well as interesting drink combinations like strawberry butterfly tea lemonade and turmeric lemonade.

La La Land Kind Cafe

Unlike the movie, the store La La Land ensures that you’ll walk out smiling. The shop prides itself on spreading kindness, and its yellow color theme and heart-shaped straws are sure to lift your spirits. And if you’re a fan of matcha, it’s definitely worth visiting — the menu features matcha drinks like the strawberry fields and lavender bloom lattes. If you’re not a fan, you can also opt for a pumpkin spice chai, french toast latte or mango passionfruit cooler. 

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