I love Katz Coffee. I've been drinking their coffee and buying their beans for years from grocery stores like HEB and even restaurants like Sunday Press. But in all my years as a Houstonian, I never made it out to their 2400 Karbach location... until now. I've been meeting up with a good friend weekly for coffee mostly on weekends, and we decided to try for a Friday morning so my Yelp search pulled up Katz. I had just read an article about Avi Katz (I'm a huge fan) in the Spring Branch magazine, so it was like it was meant to be! Now keep in mind they don't open until 9 am so it's not a good caffeine pick-me-up option for early risers nor those who need to get to the office before 9 am, but if you can make it during their business hours, it's certainly worth it. I'll walk you through the experience. I arrived to an empty parking lot at 8:45 am and sat in my car. Note: the lot isn't too big with limited spaces, but spots constantly open up after the morning rush) I started seeing other cars pull into the lot so I got out and hovered near the front door. By the time they opened (exactly at 9 am), the line was 10 people deep, but I was in front. I decided to go easy with a morning brew drip coffee so I wouldn't hold up the line behind me. And if you've read the reviews or you're familiar with how Katz's works - the coffee was free! That's my favorite f word. I sat down, enjoyed the nice ambiance (lots of seating and pleasant decor), chatted with my friend, and the rest is history. Staff are super nice and we chatted for a bit as well. I truly appreciate what Katz Coffee means to the local community, and I'll continue purchasing their high quality coffee beans to support the business, but also because I just really like their coffee. Enjoy! read more

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I was today years old when I learned about Katz Coffee, and I have absolutely been missing out. FREE COFFEE, Y'ALL. And if you read their story on their website, it's actually really inspiring how Katz Coffee really gives back to the community with non-profits and other worthy organizations. Astounding and mind-blowing, actually. Parking is a bit limited here, which is a bit similar to the parking nearby at Karbach Brewery, but the parking here IS better than Karbach Brewing, and just a heads up, the gate in the back does open to those exiting the lot, so don't feel pressured to have to park in the front area - you can park along the side with the Katz trucks which is along a one-way road. One downside is the place opens at 9am, which perhaps doesn't lend itself to the pre-work, get-the-day-started crowd. Then again, it's free coffee, so this is so so understandable because the crowd would likely build to unfathomable levels if the place opened at, say, 6am. Plus, come on - the baristas are doing their part making free coffee for the customers, so obviously there is some grace here. It feels like the get-the-day-started-at-9am crowd for free coffee does tend to arrive the minute the place opens, so a line does tend to build for the first bit but then kind of dips back down again after the initial rush - something to keep in mind when planning your visit. The vibe is fantastic. So many tables, easy place to camp out and work or meet up with people. Really earthy interior design. The service is also top notch. Keep in mind these people are giving us free coffee, which Katz certainly doesn't HAVE to do. The baristas today during my visit were SO friendly and SO welcoming. I started with a drip coffee, which came blazing hot and fresh. Didn't add any creamers or sugar, and it was great. Then, for variety purposes, I tried their pumpkin chai latte. Delicious again. And again... FREE. It really doesn't get any better than this for bang for the buck, while also supporting community causes in Houston. So for those visiting, it is encouraged to perhaps buy a bag of coffee beans, whether it be for yourself or as a gift for others. The beans are obviously of great quality, given the taste. My thought is all of us should do our part to help ensure Katz Coffee is able to sustain their generous (and tasty) ways as much as we possibly can. read more

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FREE COFFEE???! COUNT ME IN!!!! Did a coffee run for my office and assumed I was going to your standard coffee shop, but I was completely wrong! Imagine my surprise when they told me ALL of their drinks are complimentary!! WHAT?!?! All of the drinks were so good, especially considering they're completely free! Huge shoutout to Jordan for being an amazing barista and bringing such good vibes so early in the morning! Will definitely be back soon!!! read more

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Exceptional service with complimentary drinks, free WiFi and an astonishing great taste for authenticity. Was driving around for meetings and happen to stumble upon this hidden gym. Go see for yourself. I had the summer menus Mango Glow Matcha, it was delicious and lit me up. Downside, it's pretty compact and can be extremely loud. Other than that S/O to Jordan amazing barista skills and customer service read more

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Dope spot!!! Free coffee and good people!! I do recommend you to check out the beans that they sale though, because that's one of the ways they can offer free coffee. Today I tried a new summer drink, the lemon one!! Yes, lemon and espresso is a thing and it's a good thing! Go try it! Happy Yelping! read more

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I was pleasantly met with such a lovely experience at Katz Coffee. I was in the mood for coffee or a matcha for my afternoon pick me up and stumbled upon Katz Coffee. Located in East Spring Branch, the coffee shop is nestled between supplier stores and warehouses its exterior certainly blends in with its surroundings. However, the interior is quite eclectic, fun, with fond pictures, news articles throughout. I ordered an ice matcha that was delicious! Nice amount of sweetness and this flavor was definitely more nutty compared to others I've tried. To my surprise I took out my card to pay and was told the drinks at the cafe are complimentary. That was such a lovely surprise that I definitely do not take for granted. The employees educated us on the reasoning behind the cafe's mission and naturally I researched more about the company as well. I will certainly patron this cafe and continue to tip, purchase products to support their cause. read more

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Free coffee? Heck yaaaa. I was referred by a friend and had to test the theory. Turns out, the coffee really is free. They're a white-label roaster that distributes to other coffee shops around town, which explains it. The staffs are spectacular, super passionate and knowledgeable about their coffee. The space is an absolute ideal environment for working or studying. It's currently one of my favorite spots to study. And of course, the coffee itself is pretty good too. read more

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This is definitely a hidden type of find IMO. These coffee crafters offer free coffee during their business hours at this specific location. The company itself ships coffee to the surrounding Houston area restaurants and businesses. During my first visit I had an iced Strawberry Mocha brew suggested by my friend who knew about this place. Let me tell you, it was delicious! If you love coffee, supporting local businesses, and also open to tasting creative concoctions by baristas - GO! They want you to come and will be happy to have you. read more

Really enjoyed the coffee here - I came in at 9 to do some work and grab a cup of coffee. I got the pumpkin spice latte, which had a pumpkin spice syrup which wasn't too sweet - a perfect balance to the espresso. Extremely generous of the team to provide free coffee for the community. There was a long line already and two baristas making drinks. I would recommend getting to the shop during off hours (mid morning or lunch) if you don't want to wait in a long line, but well worth the wait if you do come during peak hours! Not the best place to work, especially since there is a lack of outlets in the space and the tables are small. I also bought a bag of coffee beans, and they were able to grind them to a moka pot coffee ground consistency! So far, my morning coffees these past few weeks with this blend + moka pot setup have been excellent. read more

Katz Coffee - Pumpkin spice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

I come here for my coffee beans because it's cheaper than getting them at HEB, they grind the beans for me, and I get complimentary coffee. The staff are also always very nice and helpful. The only con about this place is that the hours are pretty limited. If you work typical office hours, you'll probably never be able to come here because they close by 4pm and are only open on weekdays. I usually order some sweet-sounding latte they have on their seasonal menu, but it's never actually sweet. Much more of a bitter coffee flavor every time. Haven't tried asking for it to be sweeter, so maybe I'll try that next time. They do have a drink station with sugar packets, napkins, and straws though too. Also, remember to bring cash to tip! read more

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Love this hidden gem - friendly staff, excellent coffee roasts that you can try out in their little shop. They have a few tables and couches to sit and enjoy the (complimentary!) coffee, so be sure to give them a try and support via tipping or purchasing their beans. One of the best ways to support small and local! read more

I found this place through another coffee shop selling their coffee. There are a couple of other roasters throughout Houston, but this one has a wide selection of different flavors, roasted daily. It is a coffee shop /roaster. You can order whatever is on their menu online either whole Bean or have them grind it. It's a neat little coffee shop. They have a record player inside for music. The staff is really nice. I'll probably be getting my coffee from this place from now on. Elevate your coffee experience. Best By date is not the same as Roasted Date. read more

Katz Coffee - Roasted same day - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

I would hate to spell the surprise of anybody that goes in here, but this is the best coffee shop in Houston

Unbelievably fast and friendly baristas! Good quality coffee in a very cozy and comfortable environment. Katz is located where one wouldn't normally find a cafe. Blink and you'll drive right by as the signage is minimal except for the windows. read more

Great spot great customer service. You can go to meet someone for a cup of coffee or just to relax by yourself. You can also purchase some of the coffee to take home and make it yourself i recommend visiting read more

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Great customer service, super chill vibe, and the complimentary drinks were a nice surprise. Definitely coming back! read more

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Anyone who knows coffee in Houston, likely knows Katz as one of the biggest local brands. So many of the reviews here are paying tribute to Katz as a product, but my review is actually about the location and the coffee itself. I walked in here completely blind. As a relatively new'ish Houstonian, I had no idea what the big deal was. I saw a highly rated "cafe" on Yelp and decided to come here to knock out some work and stay caffeinated in the process. When I walked in the doors at 9AM, I saw almost no one except one worker. He explained to me they don't sell coffee drinks here, but that they sell coffee beans / bags instead. He pointed to the wall of different coffee blends and said, "That's our money maker. We don't sell drinks though." And I thought I had made a mistake and was about to walk out. He then offered to make me a drink and I then noticed an entire menu of different drinks. "You don't sell drinks here? What's the menu all about?" And it dawned on me: they're free. Buy a bag, drink all the coffee in house you want. Brilliant. So I got a nitro cold brew and sat down to enjoy some of their semi-fast WiFi. There were couches and individual chairs and slowly but surely folks started trickling in and just ordering espressos, flavored lattes, and even their "Houston Strong" medium / dark roast drip. For free. At the very bottom of the dry erase board read: "All drinks are made complimentary + made with liquid love from the Katz fam." I love their various blends that span all around the world including countries like Nicaragua, Ethiopia, Kenya, Honduras, Costa Rica, etc. For coffee lovers, they make for great gifts and they even have special blends for University of Houston fans. I am not even the biggest coffee fan, but they've now got one in me. I plan on being a regular in no time. read more

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coffee is so bad , there's no passion behind the making of the drink , so is the service ,the old baristas were so much better 0/10

I cannot say enough good things about this place. Great service and cute cafe ambience. First tried this when my brother in law sent us coffee for Christmas, so I had to go pay a visit when I was in town recently. They offer two complimentary coffee items when you are there, no catch! They also gave my son a hot chocolate too. Great selection of ground and whole bean coffee. Smooth flavors. Bought a few to take home as well, check out the pics! I've definitely become a fan. read more

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Katz Coffee is such a comfortable and amazing place! I love the Machamango Latte -- it's absolutely delicious and I highly recommend it. read more

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The. Best. Coffee. Around. Really tastes the best. Staff is always great. Please bring the grapefruit flavors back! read more

Love this place, they support good causes, make a great product and offer COMPLIMENTARY COFFEE. read more

Katz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

the coffee is so great, everyone working is super friendly and helpful. an awesome spot to pick up beans and grab a nice drink

I've never been inside the establishment so the review is strictly for the bag of coffee they sell and let me tell you, it's rich, smooth, not bitter and delicious! I've had the Cafe Olla that I bought at Red Oak Cafe in LC and it's one of my favorites. The flavors are chocolate, cinnamon, anise and it contains sugar but not overly sweet! Talk about Christmas in a cup! I recently got the Jumping Mouse Blend from a golf tourney in Galveston and it reminds me of the Milky Way coffee I get at the local coffee shop. I loove it!!! Nutty, caramel, chocolate goodness!! Can't wait to visit in person one of these days!! read more

Katz Coffee - So good! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

Complimentary coffee and tea! Amazing service, great vibe, and iced matcha latte was delish! read more

Katz Coffee - Ice matcha with soy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

great coffee but the price for the 3q lb bag has been raised again. Therefore. I will no longer be a customer.

For the price and quality you can get I would highly recommend this place Their coffee is good enough to make great expresso And the service is decent here I like the lady with glasses on she is so friendly The vibe here is super relaxed This is a wholesale place Not a coffee shop read more

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I almost don't want to share this hidden gem because it's become my sanctuary while working on the road, catching up on emails, and meeting one-on-one with coworkers and clients. The vibe here is unique--the music is a fantastic collection of classic vinyl, and the coffee is a local brand that I love to support. Tucked away and blissfully uncrowded compared to the major chains, this place is a true find. I can't help but rave about their products, but please, let's keep this serene spot our little secret! read more

Local coffee distributor in the heart of Houston. Katz coffee is a staple and I'm sure many of y'all have tried there many blends throughout the surrounding local restaurants! Staff here was extremely helpful and gave recommendations and is able to make anything at the coffee bar to meet your caffeine needs! Def a great place to try a cup in their local store front distribution! A must try no doubt! Overall rating: 10/10 read more

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first off I love the coffee that we get from Katz. We order Katz even now that we live in the Washington DC area. It's fantastic. More importantly their customer service is fantastic. I goofed up and ordered 32 pounds of coffee when I meant to order 3 - 2 lb bags of coffee. Doh! Well, a quick call to them and they graciously corrected my mistake Thanks Katz! PS next time I will not use voice to text when I order read more

Really nice industrial ambiance and eclectic decor. We bought some coffee beans and they grounded them for us which was really great. My sister got the Costa Rica Finca Calle Lajas and I got the Texas Hill Country Pecan. We also got a hot and iced coffee to go! Great place to get some work done! read more

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I was excited to go to Katz Coffee for the first time today based on all the great reviews. I waited in line since there was a couple in front of me who had ordered coffee and drinks. When it was finally my turn, I had told the employee it was my first time there. I had wanted to order a bag of coffee and a couple of drinks. He had asked me which ones I wanted but I couldn't remember the names since I had been waiting a while, and walked over to the sign to look at the menu again. An older white man was behind me and had laughed when I made that comment. When I walked back over to the register, the employee was helping that other man with his order, so I guess that meant I had lost my place in line. I sat down on the chair and waited again, but at this point I was so frustrated with the entire experience, I just got up and left. The man was there to pick up some coffee but he clearly had other items he wanted to add to his order. Based on this experience, I wouldn't recommend going to anyone. read more

Katz Coffee - The menu on the other side of the room. Don't forget the name of the drink you want though cause you'll lose your place in line. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I can't believe I didn't know about this place until now. Such a great found. They have a warehouse in the back for coffee distribution. The ambiance inside is very cute. The lattes were delicious and the cherry on top is that they're free. Given that they're a wholesaler and roast their coffee onsite. They give out coffee to everyone that stop by. No other coffee place does this even the really big ones. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Such an awesome place! Definitely worth a stop if you are in the area. Great coffee and fun atmosphere! Additionally the coffee is free which is neat. Service is great too. If I'm ever back in that area, I'll be sure to stop by again. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Omg this place is so cute and plenty of parking the seating is made from coffee bags! They have a shelf of packaged coffee beans for sale. I found some yummy stuff online like Jingle Bells and S'mores!!! I'm giving a lot of friends and family the flavored coffees as gifts this season. Of course it's one for me, one for you, one for me... The website wasn't taking payment today so an assistant helped me out! They do pickup so I paid and quickly carried my heavy box of goodies to my car. Love, love, love their coffee! I have been getting my fix from Central Market, but now I found the source!!! Highly recommended to get your Java on!!! read more

My new favorite place for coffee beans - well priced and delicious. All the employees are super friendly, and I enjoy getting a different bag of coffee beans each time I go. My favorite part (aside from getting my bag of coffee beans) of my visits, is getting a complimentary latte at the same time. 2 birds, one stone! I dig it. Aside from learning more about coffee in general, and about Katz, I've also learned a lot from one of the employees' about espresso machines, which was fascinating. I recently got one, so I am always learning new things. When you purchase a bag of coffee beans, they do have the option of grinding them for you. Not necessary for me, but great to have as an option. read more

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I literally had to pull over to type this review after leaving the facility. Will, Amanda and the other two workers were such amazing sources of knowledge. I have purchased a home espresso machine, and will and Amanda have turned my nightmare of a learning curve into a beautiful experience. Will broke down each part of the process to me and gave me more confidence to keep learning and perfecting a good cup of coffee. Overall they have the best coffee I've had to date, great in-house experience and the best customer service I could ask for! read more

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Cute "coffee shop". It's a distributor but you get 2 free drinks for every time you visit. Most of the time it's quiet and rarely crowded. I got the queen bay and it was delicious. Great place to come and hangout or have a study session early in the day. :) read more

This is such a hidden gem. I love visiting and the coffee taste is extraordinary! Definitely visiting more than once: read more

If you're a coffee drinker, this is a mandatory stop when driving through Houston. Their beans are delicious. (I recently got the seasonal festivus blend.) They'll also make you a complimentary latte. There's plenty of seating inside and a cozy atmosphere. Staff is friendly. read more