Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Kingwood

"Rest assured that the bond between traditional French cuisine and upbeat Houston fare is solid here—just hit up any one of Common Bond’s four locations (or one of two drive-thru On-The-Go locales off Heights Boulevard and in Garden Oaks) to see for yourself. Brunchy bistro eats run the gamut from smoked salmon lox tartines and croque-madames to tamale Benedicts and buttermilk biscuits with jalapeño-sausage gravy. Finish it off with an order of Boston cream kugelhopf, rainbow-colored macarons, and chocolate-laced croissants that run bigger than your damn head, of course.How to order: Order online for pickup or delivery or dine in"

"Common Bond locations have been rising all around town just like the bread they bake!. Depending on the location, you can order lunch, dinner, wine on the patio, or drive-thru coffee and pastries!. But one thing is consistent across town is… you can get fresh baked bread loafs (baguette, sourdough, multigrain, white, challah) priced from $3 to $6.50."

"Literally any baked good that you pick up at Common Bond will have you feeling #blessed. Kouign Amann is sort of like a densely packed croissant, made up of flaky, buttery layers and finished off with a crunchy, caramelized sugar glaze. If you want this little taste of heaven, get there early — these babies don’t stay in the case for long."

"In fact, diners will put up with a long wait if that means eating on the New Orleans-style patio decorated in camphor trees. Housed in a cozy ’30s-era house in Houston’s River Oaks, Backstreet Cafe has the best seating spread across two levels. The restaurant is also known to be Houston’s first and foremost al fresco restaurant serving seasonal American bistro fare."

"There’s nothing chef Hugo Ortega does better than whip up and dream up stunning dishes, but one thing comes close — creating an irresistible ambience. That’s definitely the case at Backstreet Cafe, one of Houston’s foodie mainstays. Take a trip back through time in this converted home that dates back to the 1930s."

"Whatever the weather, you can wine and dine your date in beautiful surroundings in the Backstreet Cafe. If there is a chill in the air, book a fireside table in the Garden Room and get close and cosy up to each other. Weather as fine as your date?"

"A 2nd Cup is a non-profit coffee shop working to end human trafficking by educating the community, partnering with anti-trafficking allies, and providing short and long-term aftercare programs for survivors. Not only do proceeds go toward this mission, but A 2nd Cup also ensures that their coffee, food, apparel, and all other products are made ethically, so you can feel good about every penny you spend!. To top it all off, A 2nd Cup has an open and welcoming environment, making it a chill place to study or work, and their coffee is top-notch."

"The non-profit coffee house was established in order to bring awareness to human trafficking. Since their inception in 2012, 2nd Cup has held over 360 human trafficking events and donated over $97,000 in financial aid to survivors and associated organizations. In addition to its variety of coffees, specialty lattes, smoothings, and teas, the coffee shop offers breakfast and lunch menu options that includes pastries, breakfast tacos, and paninis."

"A coffee shop that’s making a difference, A 2nd Cup is a nonprofit. Its proceeds go towards helping put a stop to human trafficking. While spending money on a cup of coffee can sometimes feel like a guilty pleasure, there’s no need to feel guilt when buying a latte from this Houston coffee shop because your money is going to a worthy cause."

"Crepes may be the main claim-to-fame at this Midtown spot, but visitors to Coco's Crepes & Coffee can also expect a bevy of espresso-infused drinks, teas, smoothies and a solid panini selection. Grab a seat inside or score a table on the patio and dig into a signature crepe or build your own from an array of options like roasted-red peppers, feta, basil pesto and several other selections."

"If you are ready for a real treat you likely won’t find anywhere else, pay a visit to DaCapo’s Pastry Cafe and try a few banana chocolate chip cookies. An interesting combination, the cookies have a taste that is not to be believed. Often considered the most popular cookies in Houston by many residents, they are well worth the effort."

"FYI: The mélange a trois is a crepe filled with three ingredients. You can find it at this chic spot that is ideal for brunch with bae — not only because of its pink-tinged, Parisian-inspired, Pinterest-worthy décor, but also because you can have the best of both sweet and savory worlds with their decadent crepe action. It’s also right next door to Cloud 10 Creamery."

"The rotating assortment of Melange’s best crepes along with inventive seasonal varieties will entice even the pickiest of eaters. As an added bonus, minions eat for free. That’s right, with every purchase of a full-size crepe, Melange throws in free kiddie crepe too."

"Mandola’s Deli is a family owned and operated establishment that has been open since 1977 with Frank Mandola and his son Joseph at the helm. Every day this pair stands behind the counter at their Italian deli greeting every customer with their grazie-tude along with their rambunctious staff. The menu offers a wide range of appetizers, soups, salads, Po’Boy sandwiches, Italian specialties, and even an “if you must” section featuring a few burgers and a Rueben."

"There's nothing like a longstanding family-owned restaurant to go back and visit time and again for your favorite dishes and desserts. Mandola's has been a part of the East End neighborhood for decades, with many customers flocking to buy its cannolis. Mandola's Deli offers Sicilian specialties such as sesame seed cookies and fig cookies."

"This 24/7 staple is making major moves with a new location opening on Shepherd this spring, making it even easier for you to satisfy your late-night cravings. Much like House of Pies, the dessert may just be the main reason for your trek — in this case, the towering, signature New York-style cheesecakes. But you can’t really leave without a hefty bowl of matzoh ball soup."

"What night owls say:"Late night, early morning, or lunch, you can't go wrong with this hot spot. The food is very good. The menu has a lot of options. Just because it's 2am don't expect to just walk right in and be seated, this is a popular spot, but the wait is never long." – Ernest P."

"A post shared by Lindsey Caldwell McConathy (@lindseyjoy09) on Jan 6, 2019 at 12:52pm PST. Washington Ave is giving us another goodie. The Classic is not only serving up some of the best classic breakfast bites in the game, but also the classic retro vibe that transports us to an early morning in the 50s."

"To your north is the Alley Theatre and somewhat obscured to the left of the Alley Theatre is the Wortham Theatre, home of the Houston Grand Opera. During your Super Bowl Stay, only the Houston Symphony and Alley Theatre are performing."

"Later in the evening, if you want to get some culture in, you can double back to the Theatre District to catch a show at the Alley Theatre or Symphony (buy tickets in advance). In particular, Yo-Yo Ma is playing at 7:30pm on February 4."