I'm glad the Square has a solid coffee shop in a sea of bars. We went on Saturday around 11:30am…read moreand they still had quite a few pastries left. My wife chose the Bee Sting Cold Brew and said it was delicious. I simply got the muffin, which was pretty good. The thing I liked most about this coffee shop is the layout and it looks like a great spot to enjoy a coffee, study with friends, even work remote out of for a few hours.

Such a quirky and delightful spot on the square. Stripped…read morewalls and potentially the original wooden floor, you get a peek at what this corner business might have looked like. Adorning these walls are picture of the San Marcos of the days of yore, with their own twist of hidden alien space ships and monsters from the Spring. We got a cortado and Don't be Chai (dirty chai) and treated ourselves to the ginormous espresso chocolate chip cookie. The service was maybe not as fast as a large chain, but the quality is impeccable. Best cortado I've had in SM. And they offer what tastes to be real chai, spicy and intense. Rather than the syrups at other joints. Parking is a nuisance, but well worth it.

Ordered the Whimsey in a latte since they were out of cold brew. The coffee tasted high quality…read more It's also not too sweet which I appreciate. There's a lot of students studying with a large amount of open seating. The front has a garage door open to let in some fresh air while keeping it cool enough inside. Would definitely come back if stopping by in San Marcos!

Coffee is really good quality. Got it half sweet. It was a good amount to still really enjoy more…read moreof the coffee bean taste right over the sweetener that was used. Matcha was the reason for the 1 star off. I could not really taste the matcha itself. Does not taste terrible, but did not stand out. I think it would be better if there was more of the matcha itself in the drink. Ambiance is really nice and the decor is modern and high end vibe. Parking is limited with street parking, but doable.

This place is delicious! The breakfast sandwiches and bagels are so good. The doughnuts are also…read moreamazing I just wish they were a little bigger for the price. I've tried the blueberry matcha and Vietnamese coffee, and both were super good. The workers are always nice.

Good food, good coffee. Pretty pricey and takes foreeevvvveeerrrrr but it's good! I'd go back, but…read morewith more time. The staff was really friendly and the inside was a cool coffee shop vibe.

I've lived in San Marcos for 15 years and I have tried many a coffee shops here, but can safely say…read morethis is THE coffee shop that I have been looking for all these years. You can tell right off the bat that the owners care about the quality of their products and service. The space itself is very welcoming and full of natural lighting and real plants. The products they carry are high-quality, and they even sell their own brand of roasted coffee called Bluebonnet Roasting Co. But that's not the real impressive part of it all. The best part is that their coffee is smooth and doesn't taste burnt or bitter or need tons of sugar and cream to mask the bitter coffee flavor. The coffee shines on its own. My favorite coffee bean is the Fairview Blend for espressos, but basically anything they brew is exceptional. I will only buy coffee here and am converted to buying their beans as well. The miso caramel latte has a very subtle and not-too-sweet flavor that suits my Asian tastebuds. Iykyk. The caramel dirty chai is also really good and satisfies a sweet craving. However, my favorite is the pour over, which really lets their coffee shine. The Americano is a close second for sure. You can tell that they take pride and are passionate about the quality of their coffee. They also are all very friendly and happy to answer questions you may have. The food here is exceptional as well. The biscuits they serve on Fridays and Saturdays...don't get me started. They're buttery, flakey, and the homemade jams are so good! Their focaccia bread sandwiches are amazing. The breakfast focaccia sandwich with thick cut bacon is my favorite so far. I normally only make coffee at home since I'm very picky when it comes to coffee, but since I've been introduced to this place, I have had to go at least once a week for my Fairview fix. Check it out. You won't be disappointed.

The fairview serves some high quality coffee (blue bonnet) in some inventive packages. The packages…read morebeing lattes and cold brews. Theor seasonal menu is amazing and i stuck to it both visits here. For example a miso infused latte foam? It worked. Boy did it work. The orange flavored cold foam drink came with orange zest on top for an added punch and aesthetic. The store is awesome too. Big and bright windows looking towards a foresty park and easy parking to boot. I spent some time speaking with the manager (maybe yhe owner) and they were really nice and definitely coffee people. I don't live around here but will make it a point to stop in every time i visit the area. Truly a spectacular little coffe house.

Such an excellent choice! It is the perfect (retro) place…read moreto meet friends, hang out, and read or study. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming--not fancy, but more like someone's inviting home! There's plenty of indoor OR outdoor seating, and I am told that they sometimes have live music! Lina greeted us. She was kind, welcoming, and unphased by our special order request. We appreciated that so much! The food was served promptly and was hot and fresh! We ordered breakfast (with special dietary requests), which was made perfectly! Give them a try; you (and your tummy) will be happy you did! :-)

Drove in from New Braunfels to give Tantra a try on a Saturday morning. The shop was pretty empty…read morebesides a few people working on their laptops in the back room. We took a moment and then ordered an iced vanilla latte and a drip coffee and sat outside to enjoy the porch and fenced in picnic table area. Though we chose to sit outside there was plenty of seating inside near the register and then a larger room past the 2 restrooms they had. Parking lot in the back hold probably 6-8 cars so be aware of that full you'll need to move somewhere else. Loved the shop was in an old house that provided a quaint charm to it. Would for sure come back!

This coffee shop is cute. I really liked the location and it seems like a great place to study or…read morehang out, have a good vibe. The barista was nice and helpful as well. The latte was not extraordinary, tasted like a typical vanilla latte- I wish it was slightly more vanilla forward but besides that, great. I asked about their house special Lambda latte but the barista did say it was really sweet but based on the latte she gave me, I think the lambda latte wouldn't have been that sweet so maybe I'll try it next time.

The chai latte was perfect. My muffin, tho, was dry and kinda tasteless. Cute little place, I was…read morehoping for more options.

My absolute favorite when I am in town. My mom and I love sitting in the secret garden. Their…read moremimosas are so good. I get the savory crepes and my mom gets the Smoked Salmon Tartine. Every single time. We did get the biscuits and gravy and they are delightful. We love this place so much I wanted my entire family to do breakfast there after our wedding. It's a wonderful spot. You won't regret it.

10/10 - Blue dahlia is one of my favorites. I was so sad when the Austin location closed. I…read morerecently moved out near San Marcos and when I realized this little gem was there, it's become my go to brunch spot. The open face sandwiches are delicious. They also make an incredible waffle on the brunch menu! They staff is kind, friendly, and fast! The vibe is European bistro in a historic Texas building. I love the exposed brick and local art hung around the room. Highly recommend trying this place out if you are in the area!

The coffee smells so good! Had a cup at the farmers market and happened to park near the actual…read morestore so we stopped in for more! I got the kiss-strawberry matcha latte and hubby had the a road runner-almond butterscotch latte. Both were good.

I was expecting more from Redbud Roasters. I read on their website that breakfast tacos, bagels,…read moreand other food items were available. I found out that they stopped serving food during the pandemic. Now I know, I won't show up hungry and expecting to eat next visit. The service and coffee were great. The selection of beans was impressive. Did I mention that there's a record store in the same space and great music being played while you're enjoying your coffee? I will definitely be back!

Second time here. If solely based on the first trip, 5 stars, all the way. Service was spot on…read more The coffee was hot, and the breakfast quesadilla was to die for. Second trip, little less so. Maybe because it's a Tuesday morning and they are aren't slammed but everything was just a little less on point. The breakfast sandwich was tasty, but lacked flavor. The sweet potatoes were cold. Not just room temp, but cold. Even my cortado was colder than I expected. While I will likely give them another shot, my experience left me crestfallen.

Jo's Cafe is a cute, chill and apparently, well know eatery, with fast service…read more I am picky about my pancakes, and let me say, The Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are a 5 Star delight, hands down! The blond blend was very nice as well. You don't want to miss visiting this place, when in San Marcos, Texas!

I frequently have the coffee here, and it's honestly their stand-out signature item. It's got the…read morerich depth of a medium roast coffee, and in addition, the coffee is wood roasted. The wood roasting lends wonderful smokey notes to the flavor of the coffee in an excellent balance. I've had mostly their butter croissant, almond croissant, and pain au chocolat, and all three are wonderfully flaky, rich, and moist. They're a great addition to excellent coffee. Service is likewise quite friendly. The only downside is that they don't take cash. All told, though, great coffee, great pastries, and great service make an absolutely winning combination.

New to the area, first time at SMC. Here are some thoughts:…read more -First thing to say is that I like sweet coffee flavors, lattes and the like. But SMC might be too sweet for me. -They have their own crème concoction that you can get --1/8, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, etc. I went with the 1/8 and it was too rich for me : ) -Ambiance is good, I'd love to work or study here any day! Service is quite friendly and helpful. -The coffee is different (smoky?) and good. Recommended.