Extremely loud. Great coffee. Service is very friendly. Not great for meetings or working if you…read moreneed a quiet place.

I hadn't been here in years, but it's every bit as good as I remember! I came specifically for…read moretheir staples, the breakfast croissant sandwich and the breakfast tacos, and they did not disappoint. Both were fresh, flavorful, and absolutely worth the visit. I also tried the peach mango smoothie, which was perfectly refreshing. The carrot cake was decent, though it seemed like it might be outsourced. That said, the quality of the main food items more than makes up for it. The ambiance of the coffee shop is warm and inviting, and the customer service was excellent from start to finish. Overall, this spot still earns a solid five stars for its consistently great food and welcoming atmosphere!

We now have a PJ's Coffee in our neighborhood. I stopped in to give it a try with their classic…read morecombo--a chicory cafe au lait with beignets. Beignets are rare in this neighborhood, but I've had them at the Cafe du Monde in New Orleans. 35 years ago. Would these hold up? Absolutely. I came in at 2 in the afternoon, and they made the beignets fresh. Light, crisp and tasty, with plenty of powdered sugar (Cafe du Monde gave me a ridiculous amount, like a half a cup). The beignets were well coated and there was more than enough sugar to sweeten the coffee. Also plenty to get on my pants--beignets are messy things. The coffee was good, I would say the chicory was on the light side which might suit this area better. Also got a flat white which was just fine. The place is inviting inside. There are outlets at every table, encouraging you to stay awhile. The seating area up front where you'd wait for a to-go order is very comfortable. Lots of nice coffee-themed decor. There are two identical any-sex restrooms, so no gender-based waiting. They were clean and ready when I was there. Service is friendly. The only other place I've seen beignets in this neighborhood is Walk-Ons (those are good also). If you like beignets you need to try this place.

Being from Louisiana- love seeing it here . I've been almost 5 times and the service is so slow!…read more Gave them time to work out some kinks, but cmon people the efficiency needs to be kicked up.

We have got boba from here a few times now, and I feel like i've had it enough times where I can…read moregive a review. Although I wouldn't say that they are my absolute favorite place, they are pretty good and are newer to the area. The ice isn't in chunks, which is good, and they do blend pretty well, athough sometimes there is too much on the bottom of the cup and not mixed in. Not a huge deal. The black sugar one is my favorite, and at this point we've tried almost every one. The interior looks modern, and kept clean. My kiddos likes this place, and overall it's a solid place, so we will continue to visit here!

[Overall Impression | TLDR] Visit Date: Today 4:25 PM…read moreCalm and welcoming boba spot with friendly staff, clean setup, and good taro options. Easy in and out, limited plaza parking but manageable. Peaceful atmosphere and solid first impression, especially for a newer location. [Location] * Houston Spring area * Easy to find * Supported after seeing grand opening photo from another reviewer [Parking] * Plaza parking limited but spaces are not tight * Two handicap spots directly in front * Avoid parking near trucks due to low visibility when backing out * During busy evenings, expect quick in and out flow [Building & Layout] * Kitchen looks new and well kept * Decoration is attractive but visible wires could be better hidden * Tables seat approximately 5 and 10 people [Outlets] * About 4 outlets per table [Bathroom] * Available [Internet] * Wi Fi & cellular not tested [Menu Notes] * No pandan available * Various taro flavors offered and enjoyable [Staff] * Female staff member greeted at the door quickly and with intention, appreciated * Inside welcome by the guy was quieter; cashier seemed softer or possibly new [Interior & Atmosphere] * Not as peaceful environment * No loud or intrusive secular music * Relaxing place to sit and enjoy drinks

I stopped by this cafe to get some work done since there was a power outage in Spring, and I think…read moreI found my new favorite study spot when I'm in the area! This seemingly small cafe is actually quite spacious; the ambiance was quiet, and the service was friendly. They had a seasonal menu for the fall, so I chose to order the iced Tiramisu latte with oat milk, and the cup was coated in tiramisu (?) syrup. The coffee taste was a bit masked, but overall it was creamy, not too sweet, and had a mocha flavor! The Core Cafe had several unique flavors that I'd love to try, so I look forward to returning. :D

This cafe is where Barbarossa used to be. Barbarossa was my favorite coffee spot on this side of…read moretown and there aren't many! Their new location is pretty far from me, so i thought I'd check out this place since it is where my favorite used to be. However! This was my first and last visit. As soon as i walked in, i smelled an overwhelming scent of smoke. I'm not sure if that came from the patrons or the space itself, but that alone was almost enough for me to walk right out of the door. But i stayed because i really wanted to give this place a chance. Like another reviewer, Elizabeth V., mentioned, there were 3 women around the counter who were not welcoming. Considering that you have to walk a distance to even get to the counter, being welcomed when you get there would have been nice! Anyway, the woman who took my order wasn't kind or helpful and when i asked for my drink iced (because the menu didn't specify if the drink was offered hot or iced) she said - kind of condescendingly - "it's already iced..." How would I know that if it's not listed on the menu? And why am I receiving snark for specifying how I'd like my order? Even though I was ordering in person, it felt like I was ordering at a drive thru - being rushed and questions discouraged by an apathetic employee who'd literally like to be anywhere else in the world at that moment. I knew I wouldn't stay at that point so I grabbed my matcha (which was just okay) and left. It's super disappointing to see that this is what occupies the space where my favorite coffee spot used to be. Maybe good service is worth the 45-min drive to their new location! Coming here certainly wasn't worth the headache of traffic, construction, a busy parking lot full of people cutting through to avoid the traffic on the street, and attitudes from the employees. If you like good coffees and teas but also like a kind and welcoming ambiance, please go elsewhere. I wish I wouldn't have believed the 5 star reviews I saw here.

I've been going here for years. They serve the best coffee and sell the best beans ever.read more

I'm surprised that I don't already have our view of this place…read more I used to come here all the time about 8 years ago, but have slowly stopped going out for coffee as much, but mostly because I'm not usually in this area. And so it was a treat for me to make sounds go back to one of my favorite places. The customer service is as great as I remember it, they still do decaf and sugar free, which is what my order usually is, and they have to order out quickly--and most importantly, it is right. I've had almost all of the drinks on the menu at this point, but my favorite is still the cookie and the caramel. I don't know the name of the girl who it served me today, but she was so great and put a smile on my face-- and reminded me that they do have decaf and sugar free options. I'm going to have to come back more often! Especially since I have a new stamp card now!

I stumbled upon this spot while searching for a good boba place close to home--and wow, I'm so glad…read moreI did. I rarely leave reviews, but I'm making an exception (selfishly!) because this place deserves all the attention so it never closes. The Vietnamese iced coffee with ube foam--or honestly, any of their foams--is incredible. It's authentic, strong, and packed with flavor. My personal favorite is the banana Biscoff foam... it's next level. They also make their taro paste in-house, and you can absolutely taste the difference. It's rich, fresh, and doesn't have that artificial flavor you get at a lot of other places. If you're thinking about trying it--do it. Support this small business. You won't regret it.

Fresh taro milk tea with added boba was pretty good. It's made with homemade taro paste (natural…read moregray) and purple milk tea. Their promos aren't clearly defined, so it's a little misleading when you go. For example, for Tet, the IG only mentioned you get an envelope with a drink purchase, but once you get in, it's minimum $10 purchase. The owners did let me get a prize though.

This location is INSIDE H-E-B. I spent a few minutes trying to locate it thinking it was outside…read more Trying to hunt for coffee before coffee - well it's a game I won't excel in. Staff were nice, place was clean and they had some seating. The cinnamia caught my attention - it was a latte with honey cinnamon and nutmeg. It was not bad. This is a great option if you are doing your morning grocery shopping. They also served pastries. It's not so convenient if you were looking to grab and go as the parking lot can be challenging finding a space. Hence the 4 stars.

Well, a small bummer b/c the place has such great reviews but doesn't have a separate grinder to do…read moreespresso decaf shots. (Possible upgrade? Just saying!) The reviews were just too good for us to pass up the opportunity to try - even though it _is_ a coffee shop in a grocery store ;-). Attempted our usual decaf flat white with heavy cream. Ended up with a drip decaf with heavy cream. Plenty of space to sit and enough your cup, ambiance is a little weird b/c you hear all the beeping from the check out stations over the music in this little shop. Sounds like they serve a lot of delicious specialty drinks, and the service has been delightful and happy. The decaf drip is robust and holds up to the HEB brand heavy cream just right (the barista brought us the bottle so we could put it in "to our liking." hubs was very impressed with that.) If this was our usual HEB, we'd definitely drop by for a cup pre-grocery shopping (so branch out and get into the HEB on Louetta!) Delicious! Worth the extra drive! Follow our adventures online: www.tent-on-wheels.blogspot.com

Service has always been fast, and the workers are always nice. My order has always come out exactly…read moreas asked and the coffee is pretty good overall! I also love the seating and decorations inside. I just tried the matcha latte for the first time, it's not one of the better matcha's out on the market unfortunately. Stick to the coffee here.

What a customer service win!…read more I'm one of those types that craves strong coffee, fruity tea, and water to wash it all down...in that order. My search populated two options, Black Rock being the higher rated, so along with my pup, we made our way to Black Rock. From the exterior alone, I could tell that this was a newer location. Everything felt new, crisp and bright. While I can only speak to the drive thru experience, I was surprisingly impressed. Instead of numbers, we were treated as caffeine deprived friends. The barista smiled and joked and asked us about our day. I was offered napkins with our pup cup, and by the end of the interaction, I truly felt I'd just visited a small mom n pop shop. As for the product, my pup called the Pup cup a win. My toffee delight coffee was sweet but satisfying, and although the strawberry green tea with freeze dried strawberries tasted artificial, I drank the entire thing, and would likely order it again. Kudos to you Black Rock! I foresee this specific location being around for a long time!

When the calendar aligns with Mardi Gras, it's the perfect excuse to get some seasonal goodness…read more Based on a friend's recommendation, I went to PJ's for King Cake. She grew up in Louisiana so I took her recommendation to heart. When I went to place my order, I was asked if I wanted traditional cheesecake or cream cheese. Those that know me know that I can't handle the stress of such a complicated question so I ordered one of each. Now, these things aren't cheap, but don't let that deter you...read on... When I placed my ordered the nice lady at the counter told me that they weren't fully ready and that she needed to step to the back to decorate them. Wowee! Fresh Kind Cake. After a 10 minute or so wait, they both came out. I took them home and busted open the boxes. After a few sinful bites of each one, I felt sick from the sugar -- but I knew what I was in for. I at some more, haha. In the end, I preferred the traditional cake over the cream cheese. As I look back, I remember seeing advertisement for Mardi Gras drinks. One of those lattes sounds amazing. Will have to go back for one. Oh, and sorry for not posting pics of the King Cakes. I meant to. By time I regained control after getting my munch on, I wasn't proud of the way the cakes looked. I will have to go back and order a fresh cake and share a picture on my next visit. Go check this place out if you haven't. Also, if you're a Mardi Gras fan, you have your little corner of Louisiana on Cypresswood and Stuebner Airline. Bon appetite.

This was my 2nd time trying PJ's and neither time did I enjoy my drink…read more Today I went through the drive thru and ordered their new Southern Wedding Cake flavor, frozen with soy milk & whipped cream. Unfortunately I tried it when I drove off. But it tasted like a plain frozen coffee. It was not sweet at all and had no flavor. Im highly concerned if maybe they forgot to add the syrup because I did not taste any vanilla or almond. The whipped cream had more flavor than the drink. I was very disappointed. The cashier was kind so I gave 2 stars for her.

Quick service, yummy drinks, near home, all of the more reasons to visit often! They added a self…read moreorder/check out line, which I love because I always have an impatient person waiting with me. My favorite drink is the passion fruit green tea with star jelly. I customized my drink by adjusting sugar and ice level. Plenty of parking and they have 15 minutes reserved spots for customers. Favorite boba shop to satisfy my craving and love the fact I do not have to make the drive all the way to china town just for a drink.

Maybe I went on the not-so-best night, service was a little slow and the place was shutting down…read morebut that won't discredit them on the taste and service. We did go 30 minutes before closing time and I think their system was down, hence why I had to use a third-party app to pay rather than with cash or my card. The establishment was clean, no mess at sight and looked like they were ready to leave for the day, however a lot of people were still stopping by on a Wednesday which perhaps business isn't as busy perhaps? Peach Oolong tea was the choosing of mine and my daughter's was a Brown sugar milk tea. Both were delicious and the staff was kind, just hoped that the service was a little quicker but that is fine. Looking forward to coming back just hope their system is working and maybe not prematurely close.