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    Merit Coffee

    4.3 (259 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Berry Cobbler Matcha
    Elizabeth D.

    Went here for the first time and was driving around the block trying to figure out the parking situation - there's an actually a decent-sized lot behind the building! Came in the morning to get some work done and loved how the booths along the wall have built-in power outlets, which was a thoughtful touch for the morning study crowd. Ordered a berry cobbler matcha & the only thing that made me hesitate was the price, which was almost $8 a serving. Don't get me wrong, it tasted AMAZING, but it's definitely a "treat yourself" indulgence rather than a daily go-to type of drink. Baristas were friendly and welcoming. Would come again if I wasn't a broke student ;)

    Banana Matcha and Raspberry Matcha
    Matthew L.

    Merit Coffee is a great place to study, especially if you're a UT Health student since it's just a short walk from campus. There's plenty of seating, and while it can get busy around mid-afternoon, it usually stays quiet enough to focus. I recommend bringing a jacket because it tends to get pretty cold inside. The seats aren't the most comfortable for long periods, but they're decent enough if you're settling in for a study session. I tried the raspberry matcha and banana matcha, both seasonal, and they always hit the spot. The matcha isn't ceremonial grade, but it still tastes great without being too grassy. The banana flavor balances it out really well and doesn't taste artificial, though it is definitely on the sweeter side. This is honestly one of the better matcha spots in San Antonio. I also tried a couple of their snacks, and they were just alright, not bad, but nothing too memorable. All in all, Merit is a reliable go-to for good drinks and a productive study environment.

    Seating area
    Amy M.

    I'm a Starbucks girl but love trying locally owned places and merit coffee is on my daily commute. I ordered online and my order was called out just as I walked in. My coffee was beautifully decorated with the steamed milk something that Starbucks lacks. The taste was smooth and velvety. I also ordered a croissant which was absolutely amazing (I believe they come from Bakery Lorraine)! It was a real croissant like from France unlike Starbucks' sad sad microwaved croissant. The coffee shop was clean, warm, and inviting. They had merch which was cute and reasonably priced. I got myself a T-shirt. I also joined their point system and will definitely be returning.

    Golden mylk latte
    Diana G.

    Great coffee shop. It is spacious with plenty of seating. They do have inside and outside seating. I went at 5 PM and it was full of people studying, reading, or just socializing. They do have other beverages besides coffee. They also have food. I decided on the golden mylk latte. it was perfectly sweetened. Staff members are super friendly and sweet. I very much enjoyed my experience. Parking will be the issue here. There's a small parking lot, but it is shared with other businesses. You can find some street parking right adjacent to the coffee shop.

    Large Iced Matcha Latte with Hazelnut (Whole Milk) & Large Iced Matcha Latte with Lavender (Oat Milk)
    Nayra B.

    Overpriced and the food was cold?? Former coffee shop and specialty tea shop barista here. This entire experience was truly disappointing and the only reason I am not giving a one star is because the café was clean and I did not get food poisoning. The barista who took our order said almost nothing and looked like she really REALLY wanted to hurt someone, but the barista making the drinks was much more affable, though I have to say his drink making skills made me very upset. We ordered a large iced Matcha Latte with Hazelnut and Whole Milk, a large iced Matcha Latte with Lavender and Oat Milk, and a Sausage and Cheese Egg Cup. The lattes were atrocious and tasted almost solely like the chemically flavored syrups, almost too much so. If not for the hint of matcha taste, and saying there was a hint of matcha at all is almost too generous, it would have tasted like we were drinking flavored milks. Not to mention, we didn't get the usual energy boost we should have gotten from drinking these, showing us just how little matcha was actually in these drinks. The gross syrup content was way too high, the matcha content was way too low to even critique as a Matcha Latte, but we finished them because we paid way too much for these crappy drinks. We were hoping that our Egg Cup would help us out and cleanse the palate when the Lattes were too much, but it was like pouring salt on an angry wound. It had flavor, but it was all in the sausage and that was all we could really taste. It was way too moist, almost wet from poor defrosting, and would have fallen completely apart when we took it out of the bag had the center not been cold. Over two thirds of this Egg Cup was cold, the outside just warm enough to not raise suspicion upon picking it up, and I actually crunched on some ice crystals dead center. It was disgusting and, again, we spent too much on this tiny little dumpster fire of disappointment. This was the worst food and the worst drinks I've been served at a coffee shop and as an ex-barista I'm offended they thought this was okay to serve to customers. I cannot recommend Merit Coffee and suggest you go elsewhere.

    Caramel latte oatmilk.
    Samantha A.

    I should have looked up my old review before coming still not the foo foo coffee I crave for. Service is quick, not the smiliest peppy bunch, maybe they didn't have their coffee yet. They just get the job done. Prices are steep, $7 for 12oz $8 for 16 oz. I got the shaken maple pecan drink. That was interesting. Good flavor but literally has granulated nuts resting on the bottom. Prepare to chew your coffee. I probably will not get again. Lots of students around studying and was not any seating available for us to enjoy coffee. We sat outside, luckily it was a beautiful day.

    Table for two anyone? Maybe if you like watching your stuff fall on the floor.

    If you're a med student looking for a cozy spot to cram biochem into your tear-soaked flashcards -- turn back now. I walked in with a laptop, a latte dream, and a desperate need to memorize the Krebs cycle. What I found instead was a seating arrangement straight out of a dollhouse furniture catalog. The new tables are so small I had to choose between setting down my coffee or my computer. The girl at the counter proudly stated that the smaller tables were intentional (not an accidental Temu purchase) to fit more people in. Ma'am. You're a coffee shop. Not the TSA. The intention is clear. Leave your books and work in the car. What kind of coffee shop is this? Their new "business plan" feels like a missed diagnosis. 10/10 for passive-aggressive furniture design. 0/10 for anyone with a spine, a laptop, or dreams of getting any work or studying done. If you like balancing your coffee on your knee while contemplating your life choices, this is the place for you. Plenty of room at the outdoor tables if you enjoy sweat mixed in with your coffee and books.

    Tyler W.

    It's summer timeeeee so obviously had to get an iced matcha with strawberry!! I also get it with coconut milk and although she is delicious, this drink is about $9 so please don't break your bank to try it haha - Like don't get me wrong, it's a delicious drink but the prices for some of the drinks on their "baristas choice" menu should have a cap in this economy lol

    Small, square tables replaced the rectangle ones

    Merit has been my go-to study spot for a while now and their food/beverages never disappoint. One of my favorite parts of studying here was the table size, I felt like it was perfect for solo studying but could accommodate two people if i came with a friend. I stopped by today and the tables were so small!! I was here with a friend and we had to pull two tables together just to fit our laptops. In a cafe where space is a valuable commodity this feels like a step backwards for Merit at the medical center :(

    House coffee was bitter youre better getting a pour over or unfiltered coffee
    Angelica R M.

    Of all the merits in SA, the medical center location is by far my favorite- excellent place to study, adequate wifi speeds for streaming videos or lectures, and by far the quietest compared to the other locations. Majority of people that come here are students studying for their respective schools/exams so it's a great place to hold yourself accountable when working. Lots of seating and outlets, music level is just enough to enjoy but not too loud, good lighting, no funky smells (sometimes the other merits smell weird) and adequate parking. If you need a place to work this is it!

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    Great coffee, pastries and ambiance. I go here to work and relax. Cool spot to hangout!

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    Great coffee shop in the medical district! Their winter menu was tasty! Great place for working or studying.

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    Coffee here is delicious. Service is always great. The ambiance is great as well-- such a good spot to come in to get some schoolwork done.

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    Not friendly towards people with hearing loss. Also, they didn't have half the items on the menu available. We won't be back.

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    0.6 miMedical Center
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