The food and service were top notch, the jazzy music was fun, and all in a comfortable quirky environment! I really enjoyed it!

We took off on a Sunday drive to Athens taking every FM road we could. The drive is a hilly beautiful relaxing experience. We went as far as Lake Athens to the Athens Boathouse Bar and Grill (which we knew was closed), to check out the location. We tooled around Athens just enjoying the Sunday. Having been to the Fisheries and the Botanical Garden before, we were looking for a different place to stop. A quiet offbeat place with food and sweet treats was what I had in mind. Callaways Coffee and Bistro popped up as a little house with adorable photos and lovely reviews and off we went. It was perfect. They have REAL FOOD here. I tried to reproduce the menu, but seriously they have pages of breakfast, salads and sandwiches. And COFFEE, of course. I had this amazing 100% Angus patty Cheeseburger - an enormous perfectly cooked patty. ($9.95) My husband ordered the Ragun Cajun, a spicy Chicken breast on ciabatta that he loved. ($9.95) They still had pie, blondies, cookies and assorted yummy sweet treats under glass. I had the Buttermilk pie with a Tender crust and totally delicious filling! ($2.75) Our server was a terrific young man; personable, helpful and a good cook! We had a good time. The bathroom is Unisex and clean. There is plenty of seating. We sat at a regular dining table, but there are plenty of tables for two or three in addition to chairs and sofas. Most parking is street side. I'm looking forward to coming back! read more

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Was looking for a coffee shop near by and stumbled upon this cute little place! Walked in a was greeted and had such a warm cozy feeling. Had plenty of seating and also think there is a place to sit outside. Little one got a hot chocolate with marshmallows and whip cream (kids favorite of course). I got a Nutty Cowboy latte because who doesn't love caramel, vanilla and hazelnut?! Sweetness and temperature was perfect. Was planning to taking it to go but ended up finding this cozy seat in the corner and play a quick game of Jumbling Tower. It's a bit of a drive from where we escape too but it's worth the drive and will more than likely be coming here. read more

Callaways Coffee & Bistro - Got a hot chocolate with whipped cream and marshmallows and a Nutty Cowboy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Athens, Texas

Don't think I'll ever be here again, but was in Athens, TX dropping off a rental car on the way to pick up my new car from Frankston, TX. Decided to support a local business and grabbed a coffee from Callaways. Good coffee and good service from the barista. Looked like a cool spot to hang out in and I think they serve food, too? Sadly I was back in the car minutes after ordering so I didn't get to experience the vibe more than I did. read more

Food was good, service was amazing, and the ambiance is so fun and comfortable! Pricing is great and both breakfast and lunch were really tasty as well as served quickly and kindly. The coffee menu is extensive and really good! read more

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Colleague and I went for lunch during work day. We ordered 2 hamburgers. It took 50 minutes for the single guy working to bring it to us. Food was ok, but getting food is super slow. If you're in a rush I wouldn't recommend. Nice little spot otherwise Food 4/5 Service 1/5 Ambience 4/5 read more

Cozy home turned into Bistro that you almost miss it driving by. Outdoor seating available but it looked a little unkempt, so we decided to eat in the cozy warm ambiance inside. Limited seating and was already getting busy as they opened at 11am on a Sunday. So far the only things I've noted improvement on are some weed whacking, raking, and old pots with dying plants outside. Inside, some of the tables still had crumbs and/or dried up coffee. No alternatives to pork like turkey bacon and turkey sausage. Having turkey instead would be a great option. Barista came right over to clean and apologized. Sweet guy and I felt bad he seemed like he had no help. It took awhile to receive our order but he really tried to work quickly and get orders out, plus I really liked that they have sugar free options for drinks. It's not easy catering to diet restrictions, and being alone, so I understand. My food was just okay, but my husband enjoyed his burger. If I lived close, maybe I would stop by and try them again but since I'm about a 45 minute drive, I don't think I will be. If you live close by and are okay just hanging out, this place is good for that. It's cozy. read more

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The service is always friendly. The coffee is great and vibe and music are a cherry on top!

I love the concept of this cute local coffee shop. My cafe au lait was super weak though. And although the coffee shop was cute, it needs some TLC. The walls, furniture and floor are beat and run down. Lots of cobwebs and dusty baseboards. The ambiance and coffee definitely fell flat. read more

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My friend and I were looking for a cute and quiet place for a late breakfast in Athens. We found this place on Yelp and as soon as I read to her that it was in a house, we made a beeline over there. It couldn't have been more perfect! We didn't want a chain or a noisy place, and as it turns out, we were the only ones in there (people started arriving as we were leaving). Matthew took our order, prepared our food, made our yummy lattes, and made us feel very welcome. Part of me doesn't even want to leave this glowing review, because I plan to drive over from Dallas on a regular basis and I want the place to myself again (just kidding). The charm in here is palpable, you won't want to leave!! read more

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Stopped in for a coffee before a meeting in town and discovered a great spot. The coffee was very good and the food appeared to be good but I didn't have a meal there YET. I'm definitely going back for coffee and a meal. read more

As I walked into this enchanting place with flowers and plants galore, I gasped! Gorgeous and locally owned and the staff helps when you're not quite sure what to have!! It's so cosy, nice and everything is yummy! This day I tried green tea with honey & lemon. It was excellent. I truly haven't had anything I didn't like! All the burgers l, which we are known as Home of the Hamburger, are excellent!! read more

Callaways Coffee & Bistro - a man standing behind a counter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Athens, Texas

Not clean or well run. Dingy atmosphere and the food is almost average. My latte was lukewarm and the breakfast entree lacking. Service was good though. read more

Cute little spot across the street from the local Fire Station. Leather couches here have maximum relaxation potential. Coffee is top notch and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. 10/10 highly recommend. read more

Amazing find! Atypical "hole in the wall" type place in lil ole Athens Tx. I may have just had the best London Fog ever!! My club sandwich with strawberry dressing was great too. My wife enjoyed her chicken sandwich nut especially the massive chocolate chip cookie. Yummy! read more

A great little shop. Delicious coffee. Family friendly. Outdoor seating. Yummy pastries. read more

What a lovely find. Beautiful coffee drinks, delicious high quality food. Warm and personal service. Go there.

Una combinación casi única de buena música y hamburguesas norteamericana con excelentes cafés de estilos europeos. Servicio y ambiente a la altura del lugar read more

Excellent service food and staff. Amazing ambiance. Cowboy coffee was insanely good .

An adorable little coffeehouse I stopped at on my way back to Austin. It's very charming and quaint, and has a very relaxed vibe. The have tons of specialty coffee flavors. I wasn't feeling too zazzy so I just got a vanilla latte with soy milk, and threw some cinnamon on top. It was delicious! I've never had such a foamy SOY latte. The barista dude makes some good coffee. Also very friendly. If I am ever passing through, I would love to stop by again! Great coffee. read more

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My son and I came in for dinner. LOVE the cozy home atmosphere and excellent music (jazz, blues, folk). Our sandwiches including the chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwich to top things off were delicious. Will definitely be back. Thank you! read more

Wonderful coffee shop kind of a hidden gem here in Athens Texas situated in a 50s house on South Prairieville Street several blocks east of TVCC . The food here is superb Kimberlee the chief cook and bottle washer has won first prize several times at our Uncle Fletch ( supposedly the fellow who introduced the hamburger to the American public ) her sandwiches are really delicious and her pastries are delicious as well. All the fraps , lattes and coffees are excellent as well and reasonably priced. Comfortable setting with free WiFi . COME AND GET IT ! 613 south Prairieville Athens Texas Spend some time with Kimberlee and her amazing friends. read more

Nutty Cowboy for the win and a big chief sandwich! Neat little place. Friendly staff. If I am going through Athens I will try and stop in.

Cute local coffee shop. Marble chocolate latte and apple turnover were delicious!! Great service. read more

Callaways Coffee & Bistro - the front of a brick house - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Athens, Texas

Burger was absolutely terrible. Everything about the quality of the food was just bad. Employees were nice and considerate. Chips were best thing about the meal, and I don't like chips. read more

Callaways Coffee & Bistro - Burger, Milkshake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Athens, Texas

I loved it here! my step-dad took me here because I was having some anxiety because we went to a festival. I'm autistic and don't like people and when he took me here i was instantly calmed. this place is so soothing and nice. free WiFi and I could draw? hell yeah!!! the food and drinks are good! The dude with the dragon ballZ shirt was nice too, quick at his job and good with other people! the bathroom door is a bit weird but other than that everything is good!^_^ read more

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I LOVE Callaways! The coffee is great, but the food and pastries are even better. You have to try the Bonnie and Clyde sandwich.

This is the cutest little coffee shop!! It's super cozy and quaint (and very clean) Their menu is very vibrant and easy to read, meaning it's very easy to find exactly what you're in the mood for. We got the iced Marilyn Monroe and the Cowgirl and chilled out for a couple hours. It was super fun and relaxing! Another fun part about this place is that they have journals for their customers to write and draw in, and they were so much fun to look at. I highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for a fun and relaxing place to hang out. read more

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OK service. Good coffee. Unhygienic. But...dead rat on floor by bathroom and the only employee working was oblivious to it. Seriously gross. The owner needs to treat this like a serious business. read more

This is a hidden gem for Athens. The service is excellent, the coffee is great and the food is delicious. I had a ham and muenster melt on a croissant and it was perfect. There are books available for reading and a sketch book you can add your own art to if you'd like. There is seating available for dining, but there's also a large L-shaped couch if you would rather relax a little more. read more

Lady said she wouldn't make me an iced latte because the word "latte" means hot. Ma'am, the word "latte" literally translates to milk. She said what I meant to ask for was an iced coffee. Actually, no I want a latte made with ESPRESSO and chilled milk over ice. Not an iced drip coffee. But you know who will make me an iced latte? Dutch bros! 4 shots of espresso w 2% milk plssss! read more

Callaways Coffee & Bistro - a woman driving a car - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Athens, Texas

The BLT and the Irish Lass coffee were perfect!!! Great service too Cute building and ambiance read more

Cute place- great service-food was a nice surprise too! Had a little trouble getting in...managing my mom's walker might have been a deal breaker, but she's asking to go back next week read more

My family and I stopped by for a coffee and a quick bite. We pulled up to an old house and were pleasantly surprised.

Excellent food and great service. Love the ultimate sunrise sandwich. I wish I could have one every day.

The coffee-fix hangout location for Athens. Strictly for those java enthusiasts that enjoy atmosphere with their joe. Desserts are baked by the owner, so be sure to enjoy a treat with your coffee. Friendly staff full of life. read more

Callaways Coffee & Bistro - Owner (left) and front-line barista. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Athens, Texas

This place is so relaxing. Most people come for the drinks. But a little known fact, they have the best hamburgers and Ragin'Cajun (grilled chicken) sandwiches in town. They have the best desserts, too. We halved and shared a PB cookie. read more

Callaways Coffee & Bistro - Ragin Cajun & Cheeseburger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Athens, Texas

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We had such an incredible experience at Callaways! From the minute we pulled up, it was so cute and in a nice little brick home. When you walk inside it feels like a warm hug. The food was delicious and the coffee drinks were so amazing!! Keaton was so friendly and kept checking on us and asking us how the food was. We felt so taken care of. He was the only one working and did an awesome job! It is a one-person operation and everything seems made to order so definitely go with the intention it could take a little bit for you to get your food, but the vibe in there is so nice you're going to want to sit around and hang anyways! My only suggestion is just changing the online business hours because it said opened at 8:30am but it was actually opened at 7am and would've loved to go sooner! Either way, we are definitely stopping in tomorrow before our drive home back to Houston!! read more

Great coffee, teas, and fresh baked desserts. It's my go to place for coffee with my girlfriends. It's much better than Starbucks, better drinks, better eats, better service, and much better atmosphere. read more

I had a good chai tea latte, but that was the only positive thing of my visit. I had a cheeseburger with grilled onions on top. They salted the burger which I do not like. I have high blood pressure, and I DO NOT WANT TO EAT PRE SALTED FOOD. It's dangerous to my health. Too much salt will raise my BP and make me feel weird. I may possibly have to take more medicine when this happens. They also put some kind of pepper in it. I took a couple of bites and the heat just crept up on me. I asked the guy what he used to season the burger. He said "I can't tell you It's a secret ingredient. The boss would get mad." I told him that I have a deadly nightshade allergy, and I cannot eat eggplant, tomatoes, bell peppers, or any kind of pepper that is a fruit. That is all chili peppers. That is everything except black pepper, which is a ground up seed. If he thinks he has the right to not tell me what is in what I am eating, he is just asking for a liability problem when somebody eats something with that secret ingredient that has a worse allergy than I do. Somebody could go into anaphylactic shock and DIE. My allergies are not that life threatening, but they can give me a lot of digestive problems. I am a lawyer and I am very aware of the fact that when you go into a restaurant (business invitee, you have the highest duty of care under tort law), to eat, that you have a RIGHT to expect clean food that will not harm you. You have a RIGHT to know what ingredients are in your food. I suggest that the boss take notice of this problem with food allergies. If he/she doesn't, he's got a real problem. If the boss thinks it's cute to put unknown ingredients in the food they serve, well, you lost TWO CUSTOMERS, my husband and I. This is juvenile, immature and legally irresponsible. If you don't understand this, you should talk to your attorney about the legal obligations you have to serve food that is clean, safe, and that your customers can know what EVERY ingredient is, so they won't get sick or die. YOU LOST TWO CUSTOMERS over your refusal to meet your legal responsibility to a business invitee. read more