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San Antonio's specialty coffee scene is one of Texas's best-kept secrets. While Austin gets the hype, SA has quietly built a roaster-dense, fiercely local coffee culture that reflects the city's blend of Texan grit and deep Mexican-American heritage.
Downtown sets the tone with Vela Coffee, Akhanay Coffee Roasters, and kapej, three distinct approaches to specialty in a walkable core.
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Northwest Side
Hip coffeehouse featuring artisanal coffee drinks & light bites, plus body oil, soaps & apparel.
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowOlmos Pluma
Uptown Central
Spacious neighborhood spot with worldly coffee selection, beer & wine, plus inviting patio and lounge seating
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowMinutiae Coffee Roasters LLC
Far West Side
Specialty coffee shop in San Antonio.
Opens 7:00 AM tomorrowEight Ball Coffee
Lavaca
Southtown favorite slinging fast cold brew with house-made syrups including signature coco cajeta
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowCurator Coffee
San Antonio Airport
San Antonio Barista Academy-trained owner curates seasonal beans from local roasters, offers pour over and latte art classes
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowShotgun House Coffee Roasters
Guadalupe Westside
In-house roastery using a San Franciscan roaster tucked inside a creative warehouse space on the Westside
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowPour-Over & Filter Coffee
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Northwest Side
Hip coffeehouse featuring artisanal coffee drinks & light bites, plus body oil, soaps & apparel.
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowOlmos Pluma
Uptown Central
Spacious neighborhood spot with worldly coffee selection, beer & wine, plus inviting patio and lounge seating
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowMinutiae Coffee Roasters LLC
Far West Side
Specialty coffee shop in San Antonio.
Opens 7:00 AM tomorrowEight Ball Coffee
Lavaca
Southtown favorite slinging fast cold brew with house-made syrups including signature coco cajeta
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowCurator Coffee
San Antonio Airport
San Antonio Barista Academy-trained owner curates seasonal beans from local roasters, offers pour over and latte art classes
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowShotgun House Coffee Roasters
Guadalupe Westside
In-house roastery using a San Franciscan roaster tucked inside a creative warehouse space on the Westside
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowEspresso Focused
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Northwest Side
Hip coffeehouse featuring artisanal coffee drinks & light bites, plus body oil, soaps & apparel.
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowOlmos Pluma
Uptown Central
Spacious neighborhood spot with worldly coffee selection, beer & wine, plus inviting patio and lounge seating
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowMinutiae Coffee Roasters LLC
Far West Side
Specialty coffee shop in San Antonio.
Opens 7:00 AM tomorrowEight Ball Coffee
Lavaca
Southtown favorite slinging fast cold brew with house-made syrups including signature coco cajeta
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowCurator Coffee
San Antonio Airport
San Antonio Barista Academy-trained owner curates seasonal beans from local roasters, offers pour over and latte art classes
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowShotgun House Coffee Roasters
Guadalupe Westside
In-house roastery using a San Franciscan roaster tucked inside a creative warehouse space on the Westside
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowCafés with Food
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Lavaca
Southtown favorite slinging fast cold brew with house-made syrups including signature coco cajeta
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowCurator Coffee
San Antonio Airport
San Antonio Barista Academy-trained owner curates seasonal beans from local roasters, offers pour over and latte art classes
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowShotgun House Coffee Roasters
Guadalupe Westside
In-house roastery using a San Franciscan roaster tucked inside a creative warehouse space on the Westside
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowQatra Specialty Coffee
Northwest Side
Yemeni single-origin specialist with direct trade relationships supporting farmers through ethical sourcing
Opens 7:00 AM tomorrowFolklores Coffee House
Government Hill
Alt-rock vibes meet creative specialty drink menu in this Government Hill neighborhood spot
Opens 8:30 AM tomorrowWhat's Brewing Coffee Roasters
San Antonio Airport
San Antonio's longest-running roaster since 1979, offering light single origins to dark blends roasted on-site
Opens 8:00 AM tomorrowFrequently Asked Questions
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