Lamppost Coffee

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Lamppost Coffee is a good place to go for a cup of coffee. Good options for everyone. Iced latte it my go to. It was on point. Prices are reasonable. Staff friendly. Good seating. Parking not bad. Worth checking out for a good cup of coffee. read more

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Brian B.

Glad you enjoyed your drink and hope to see you again soon!

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Karina E.

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This coffee shop is cute. I really liked the location and it seems like a great place to study or hang 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. read more

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Amber P.

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

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Brian B.

We appreciate your feedback. Glad you enjoyed your drink. The banana…

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Michelle G.

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Wonderful spot to sit outside and enjoy a great cup of cappuccino. Barista was sweet. read more

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Ty S.

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Great local place. I just stopped by for a quick latte, but it was well made by a quick and friendly barista. Good experience, and I'd go back for sure. read more

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Brian B.

Thank you for your review! We hope to see you again soon!

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Robin W.

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Great service. I had the lavender latte and the flavor was nicely blended into my drink. Nice shop to hang out and enjoy your drink. read more

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Terrible!! I ordered a lamba latte and a pour over at 4:03 and my order was ready by 4:06. How is it even possible to make a pour over on 3 minutes?? I'll tell you how, they got lazy and gave me a drip coffee. I can tell because it tastes like drip coffee and it was cold. Pour overs take an average of 10 minutes to make and come out steaming hot. Lazy workers and will probably never stop by this location ever again. I suggest you go elsewhere if you want lazy coffee. 1/5. Would give zero stars if I could just based off of this visit. I've been to the north Austin and round rock locations and have never had a pour over made in less than 5 minutes. Maybe these workers need to be trained by others from that location or just not half work it. read more

Lamppost Coffee - Impossible to make a pour over in 3 minutes. Prove me wrong. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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Michael B.

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Very cool little coffee place, a bit off the beaten path but popular with students. Coffee is good and the decor's nice, plus the wireless connection is good and strong. On the minus side, seating is limited and the other drinks like the chai tastes a bit watered down. Still a very good alternative to Starbucks or other places in San Marcos, recommended. read more

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Bren S.

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I always have a very pleasant experience here. The baristas are very sweet and you can tell they take great care making your order. It is a nice cafe, it has big windows with natural light and a field it's nice if you're going in the early morning when the sunrises because it's very gorgeous to see. The coffee is pretty good it's my favorite coffee shop in San Marcos. The plain coffee is good on its own but the flavored drinks are well balanced in regards to sweetness. read more

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Jessica M.

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Stopped at this place on the way to my brothers house. It was super cute and they had lavender syrup! That's my favorite. Service was quick and friendly. I would definitely stop here again and I recommend it to anyone looking for a great cup of coffee. read more

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Jimmy N.

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Lowkey chill spot, the iced lamba latte is by far the best coffee I've ever had. Would recommend

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Nathan V.

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this coffee is frickin amazing! the vibes were well, and the barista that served us was super nice. we didn't wait too long either. the tiramisu iced coffee is a MUST try! i will be back! read more

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Vivian C.

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The brown honey iced chai tea is the best chai I've ever had!! The plain croissant was perfect and the baristas were very nice and it's soo cute inside. read more

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Charlynne A.

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Cute little corner coffee shop! It looks like it is fairly new. Very spacious, they have couches and many tables to sit at. Lots of people come here to socialize and study. They have a small coffee menu, and my go to drink is the Lamba Iced Latte. This location doesn't have much food variety, but they have breakfast tacos and small bites. I also like how it's located near the street so it's easy to access and lots of street parking. They also have a window at the outside if you wanted to order there and not walk in. read more

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Lisa S.

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Delicious coffee, nice barista plus a taco!?! It's a perfect morning As a bonus they gave me a bag of out of date beans. My new favorite coffee shop ever read more

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Rebecca M.

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1 year ago

Good coffee (not particularly spectacular), lots of free street parking, beautiful view of nature and good amount of seating.

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Moira S.

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Cute little shop in San Marcos. Seemed to be mostly students studying. I enjoyed my iced vanilla latte! However, my boyfriend said the cold brew wasn't his favorite of the ones he's had. He said it was a little weak and wasn't a fan of the flavor of the beans. read more

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Sarah M.

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2 years ago

I've been trying to find the best coffee place in San Mo, and I think this place is the best. I never had a latte and yesterday I tried it well, I fear that this is the best coffee ever. read more

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Carly C.

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I just went to lamppost coffee for the first time and it was a great experience. I'm not one to leave reviews but I ordered the Lamba latte and it was amazing as well at the pesto grilled cheese. I was just thinking the grilled cheese only had cheese, pesto, and bread but it came out and had ham and tomatoes as well. It was so good and affordable. The cashier and barista were sweet as well with a good attitude. I'm happy I finally found a good coffee shop by my house with good service, beautiful plants, coffee, AND food. 10/10 experience. read more

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Karyme F.

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setting is very welcoming and quiet. baristas are sweet and answer any and all questions about their menu items. i got the honeybee haze seasonal drink and the east st sandwich (which comes with a free bag of chips!) bomb dot com. would so recommend read more

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Beverlee V.

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Coffee was so bitter and gross! Sorry was not to my liking at all! Also got a poopy seed slice which was ok but will not return if in the area read more

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John C.

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Top shelf espresso, super friendly staff, perfect place (lots of good natural lighting) to get some work done.

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Danielle D.

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This was a great little spot to stop off at en route to the outlet mall. The service was fast and friendly. The space was clean and spacious. The coffee was top notch (I got an iced coffee with oatmilk and sugar free vanilla - delish), he got a regular latte. I wish the iced coffee would have been bigger but the prices are compatible with the big chain competitors and I like supporting local read more

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Maddie H.

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I come here almost every day, the people and the coffee are THE best! Couldn't resist taking this picture this morning read more

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Annie A.

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Perfect cup! Best espresso and coffee in San Marcos!! The barista's are skilled and know how to make a proper cup. The espresso is delicious and the service was excellent! Bravo!! Five stars! Two thumbs up! read more

Lamppost Coffee - Latte art and lipstick. Had to take a sip before the pic. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Marcos, Texas

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Yulissa S.

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The best matcha ever! I got a matcha with oat milk and vanilla, so good. The best matcha color and authentic. Recommend!! and good service and cute vibes read more

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Cyn L.

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All drinks were good quality coffee. Friendly customer service. Outdoor seating, pet friendly, super chill place to hangout. Ordered lamba ( house made caramel) lattes, coffee milkshake. Lattes hot and iced were yum! read more

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Alyse H.

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Hubby was very impressed by the super smooth nitro cold brew. They served it with no ice, which not all places do, but I think they should. I ordered the lavender booch lemonade made with K tonic kombucha. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was a very delicious surprise. I want to try more flavors of the kombucha. They have cute table settings and comfortable couches all set in a modern building. read more

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Jenna V.

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The grilled cheese sandwich was delicious! My coffee was really good as well. The baristas were friendly and there was plenty of seating even on a busier afternoon. There's lots of natural light! read more

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Samantha R.

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Great service, good atmosphere but the coffee and food could use some work. Tacos are pre-made, they were handed to me in a crumpled bag and were cold. I ordered an Americano and mocha both had a good light coffee flavor but were luke warm. For the prices I paid, it was pretty disappointing. read more

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Heidy C.

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Coffee had an exquisite flavor, muffins were so fresh, tacos were in point with authenticity, not to mention the delicious spicy salsas that complimented the tacos BUT my favorite was the barista, he's mega friendly, quick to prepare the order and welcoming from the time I stepped in. I don't know your name barista but THANK YOU. It was my first time visiting and I promise to return. You are stupendous at your job... GRACIAS por todo lo que haces, son personas chingonas como tu que nos dan la energía de comenzar el día con ganas de trabajar y sonreír. read more

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Elisa W.

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Cutest fav place! Great for quick breakfast!! They have in house syrup. Went here with my friends before going to the river.

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James harden is so nice , wow , never met a guy like him, truly such an experience, he made me an oat cappuccino and it tasted like butter.

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Eric G.

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Great craft coffee spot. Beans aren't roasted in house, but the bean selection was good. Cortado was tasty, little acidic and presentation was just ok. Super friendly staff, and set up was clean and bright. Minus 1 star for the following: Cortado Presentation. Limited or no gluten free snack options. Music playlist needed a few swipes or read more

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Aaron B.

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Three reasons why this is my go-to coffee spot in San Marcos / New Braunfels. 1. The staff are a big part of what makes this place so pleasant to come back to. They are friendly and genuinely care about making a good cuppa. And they know how to make a cortado correctly to boot. 2. The coffee roaster they serve is excellent. In fact, apparently they switched roasters (from Wild Gift to Servant Coffee) in part for improved consistency...so let's see over time how that works. I will miss Ethiopia Guiji, but look forward to trying new sources, such as Peru. 3. The space lets in a lot of light and there is a decent amount of seating types. read more

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Kari S.

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This coffee shop is my new favorite!! Super friendly and knowledgeable staff! Serving craft house coffee. I didn't know what that was, and one of the employees very kindly explained it to me. They have their own house syrup that is DIVINE!! Ask for the Lamba Latte. So decadent and delicious! I personally like mine "half sweet". I normally am an, "only buys iced coffee girl", but this place is the only coffee shop I actually look forward to ordering a hot coffee. Do yourself a huge favor and make it your daily stop! read more

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My husband and I were visiting family and stopped by here for a much needed caffeine fix. The barista we ordered our drinks from was incredibly friendly and gave us recommendations. We decided to order a lamba latte and an espresso milkshake with lamba, and our drinks came out pretty quickly. The lamba is a bit on the sweet side, so if you like sweet coffee (which I do) then this is for you! The espresso flavor in the milkshake wasn't as strong, but that could probably be due to the added lamba, which the sweetness was balanced out in this drink. We both enjoyed our drinks and we'll be back next time we're in the area! read more

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Loved this place! Seeing cool and new places open in San Marcos is always my favorite. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. This place did an excellent job at ensuring that masks were worn by the staff and employees. Giving this a four star review because I feel like the blueberry muffin that I ordered could have been fresher or warmed up. This is still their second week of business so bare with them. They are ordering a new oven and plan on having tacos, sandwiches, and more. I know once they get that up and running things should be a lot more fresh. Go support this nice and local new coffee shop! read more

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Savanna M.

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I'm wasn't a coffee drinker, but this is now a regular stop on my way to work. Everyone knows me when I walk in and they start making my drink. I worked for Starbucks I know the level of customer service expected, this place goes above and beyond that every time. While the coffee is amazing the care and attention of the staff is what makes this place stand out for me. I honestly feel like they like to see me. read more

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I originally wanted to try what I thought was the Llama latte. But it's llamBa, and it's delicious.

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407 S Stagecoach Trl
San Marcos, TX 78666
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(512) 921-6895
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https://www.lamppost.coffee

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Hours

What time does Lamppost Coffee open?

Lamppost Coffee opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Lamppost Coffee opens at 7:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Lamppost Coffee close?

Lamppost Coffee closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 6:00 AM - 5:00 PMSat-Sun 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Outdoor Amenities

Does Lamppost Coffee have outdoor seating?

Yes, Lamppost Coffee has outdoor seating options.

Does Lamppost Coffee have parking?

Yes, Lamppost Coffee has parking options. Street Parking

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Does Lamppost Coffee have free WiFi?

Yes, Lamppost Coffee has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Coffee is more than just our livelihood, it's our passion. We love coffee and have made ourselves students of the craft. We love the merge of science and artistry that goes into preparing amazing drinks for our friends. We love continuously talking and learning about coffee and the endless amounts of information and innovation that is available to us. These are exciting times for our obsession.

History

Established in 2015.

Lamppost Coffee just celebrated its 10-year anniversary in July 2025! This dream, envisioned by our owner in his early teens, finally came to fruition a decade ago. Inspired by "The Chronicles of Narnia," our shops feature the iconic imagery of the lion and the lamppost. Just as the lamppost in those stories symbolizes a guiding light and a path home, we strive to create a sense of belonging and community for everyone who walks through our doors.

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