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Slowpokes

4.3 (198 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 1 week ago

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SLOWPOKES ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Banana matcha
Leslie C.

Final consensus: I'd recommend sticking with the coffee when you visit Slowpokes. I really enjoyed my vanilla latte and my coworker raves about the Lazy! I gave their matcha several chances because I wanted to write an honest review. After about five visits, I noticed the matchas weren't very consistent. I tried both the strawberry matcha and the brown sugar matcha multiple times, and each visit tasted a little different. It wasn't bad by any means, but the flavor and quality varied enough that it didn't always feel worth the price.

Iced Matcha Latte with Raspberry Syrup
Lili W.

Never been to this location, but the coffee shop is cute. Ordered a matcha latte. 1. They say it's presweetened but it's honestly not that sweet 2. Ordered raspberry syrup in my matcha and I don't taste it at all. The color itself is on the lighter side, and it honestly just tastes more like milk. Don't think I'd order the matcha again, but I've had their coffee before and I've enjoyed it.

Flat white
Cassie C.

Love when a place has lavender as an option for my coffee, so good!!! The food we tried was average, nothing too special. The spicy jam was pretty good though. They give you a thick piece of egg on the bagel it was like sliding off and got messy, couldn't really taste the cream cheese but the bagel was tasty. They had seating throughout- at the bar, tables and outside front and sides of the restaurant with covers. It was pretty dim inside. Parking in the back and front, since it's a shopping strip there's a lot of parking you just have to walk in between the restaurants to get to it. Service was good.

Daryl R.

Slowpokes has THE best breakfast bagel and you can't tell me otherwise. Staff is so friendly and the place is open, aery, and relaxing to study, talk to friends, or relax

Coffee
Leo L.

There's something special about having a place like this just a short walk from home. No matter the time--morning sunrises, afternoon resets, or quiet evenings before bed--it's my go-to spot to slow down and enjoy a perfect cup of coffee. The atmosphere is always on point: chill music, a welcoming vibe, and genuinely cool baristas who make every visit better. Easily one of my favorite places--beautiful energy, beautiful location. Es un lugar especial a solo unos pasos de mi casa. Ya sea en la mañana, tarde o noche, siempre es perfecto para tomar un café, disfrutar el ambiente tranquilo y la buena música. Sin duda, uno de mis lugares favoritos.

Gabby M.

super quality ice latte!! i'm from san antonio but i will for sure be back when im in houston!

Purple rain alfajores and lavender lemonade witb butterfly pea flower tea
Salma S.

Staff is always nice and my favorite location in the garden oak location. I have a usual order which is purple rain extra shot iced. Not sure if the syrup was a little off today ( they make it in house) but shots were watered down and there was too much milk not sweet at all it was a pretty drink that was not good and that never happens Grabbed 2 cookies and one alfajores - they get it from Michael's cookie jar- snickerdoodle and sprinkle cookies great and usual but the alfajores was probably the worst alfajores I have ever had unfortunately. If it wasn't labeled as alfajores I might have liked it

Monster mash + overnight oats for tomorrow
Brittany B.

Like most, I had no idea that this location of Slowpokes existed. Tucked in the back of the shopping strip, on the far side, I felt like I'd discovered a secret spot when I arrived... if you walk from The Blond Goat, you're in for a treat. IYKYK. Similar to the other locations you'll find a menu full of coffee, snacks, sandwiches, salads, wine, beer on tap and (the new kid on the block Italian Sodas). This trip, I chose two new to me items. One Monster Mash Italian soda and a Cali sandwich. While I usually go for the pesto chicken panini, this sandwich is a new favorite. Is it something could make at home- yes, probably. Is it also something I'd rather buy from a spot that makes it right, yep! The sandwich itself feels homemade, and I personally wish more cafes prepared their food in that way. The customer service this trip had both hits and misses, but the most notable part of this location is all of the students! It seemed like middle and high school students filled 50% of the tables. While it's personally not my vibe, it does bring a youthful energy to the place. Since I'm in this area semi frequently, I'll def have to keep this location in mind if I need some caffeine!

Purple rain & slowpoke specialty latte
Hemi K.

Cute little coffee shop in the long point area. I loved the interior decor and the outside seating. Keep in mind it can get packed and there's not a lot of space. Parking is limited and we had to street park. There is a two hour wifi limit and you have to pay for it afterwards. The drinks were delicious and the service was good. We sat at the big long tables but it was quite messy and we had to clean the food residue off before we got our work laptops out. The big tables have stool like chairs which don't have a back, making it hard to sit for too long.

Pastries
Wilnesa C.

I REALLY ENJOYED THIS PLACE!!! I ordered The Slowpoke latte and it was amazing! I never know what to get when I try a new place out, but one of the employees recommended it and it turned out to be a great choice. My friend ordered a drink that she thought wasn't sweet enough for her taste. They had no issue providing her with some extra honey to sweeten it up. Amazing customer service! The atmosphere was nice and relaxing. The weather worked out so we sat outside on the patio and soaked in some sun. They have plenty of locations to choose from, so if I you can't get to this particular one, I still highly recommend you finding one close and checking them out.

Vivian L.

My go to items to order: Lazy latte, purple rain, berry parfait, ham & Brie croissant, salmon bagel, bagel dog. My favs are the parfait and croissant! Menu is pretty extensive and there's something for everyone. I've been here several times and it is very consistent. Staff is nice and very quick with orders. Great place to catch up with friends, study, or work.

Purple Rain and White Mocha Latte
Kelly N.

I've been here a couple of times, just to stop and get coffee because my go-to spot closes early. It was pretty packed both times, with not much seating left in the afternoon and evening on a Saturday. I love the decor and ambiance. It feels very modern and clean, with plenty of seating and space for work, studying, or just hanging out with friends. My bf even remarked how nice the unisex restrooms are lol We got the same two drinks both times, the PURPLE RAIN and WHITE MOCHA LATTE. They required a bit of a learning curve because we like sweet coffee drinks, and we had to have them add vanilla both times. That's even after we requested them "extra sweet" (for an extra $0.25) the second time. They were shockingly not sweet at all, despite us requesting them to be. Thankfully, the baristas have been very friendly and helpful both times, checking with us after making the adjustments, if we'd like them even sweeter. Just great attitudes all around! One barista even commented that their drinks aren't very sweet, so I'm assuming this is a common issue with customers. Both times, after the sweetness level was adjusted, the drinks were great! I think we'll just have to request an extra 3-4 pumps of vanilla when ordering, and hopefully that'll do the trick!

Drink menu
Morgan W.

I never knew about this location. it's definitely ducked off. It is very nice on the inside. A good study place if you need it. Menu is full of all sorts of things to try and you know I did! I tried the beef dog, the chicken empanada, and the egg potato and cheese kolache. Let me tell you about this beef dog! My goodness! The sausage is great but what's really important is the croissant wrap around it. It's flaky. It's like and everything bagel. It really is perfection. It was a hit I needed to savor. The hibiscus lemonade is also good too! Part tea and part lemonade. The chicken empanada and kolache weren't my favorites but they are a decent breakfast item. The menu is expensive and the service was stellar! I'll definitely be back so don't hog the table!

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the creative coffee drinks, varied food menu, and welcoming atmosphere. Service is generally friendly.

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Staff was rude, and that really just does it for me. It only takes one time and makes you not want to come back.

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Food very plain if not scaled back in their offerings. Room full of laptops. My latte was nice but the ambiance cold and not inviting.

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3 years ago

What a great find. Fantastic breakfast taco. Would love to go back and try other items.

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Such a cute space! Small menu but nice place to enjoy a coffee with your pup on the patio!

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This is an amazing place! Food is good. But the experience and the vibes are what separates it from anywhere else!

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Food was mediocre at best. Went for lunch and what I got and what my friend got was less than satisfying.

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We went for coffee and breakfast one morning! Lovely place and great food! The ambiance is welcoming and relaxing.

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Does the internet have a time limit?

Yes. All the Slowpoke locations unfortunately have a 2 hour limit. One option is to come with a friend and you each get a snack or drink two hours apart. Or you can just buy a small pastry 2 hours after.

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I really enjoyed our tasting experience at La Fuente last weekend! I purchased a Groupon for two…read moretastings a while back, and Hubby and I finally had a free weekend to make it down. I was expecting the usual "belly up to the bar" wine tasting, but instead we were escorted to a back room that was set up with tables, candles, etc.-great atmosphere. We were seated with two other couples who were so much fun! We tasted five wines-two white and three red. They were all pretty good, but I enjoyed the whites the most (which is typical for me). The staff introduced the wines and talked about them to the entire group while another staff person poured, which worked out well. The pours were very generous, so keep that in mind when deciding who is driving home. The tastings came with a small plate of cheese, crackers & fruit. We were also given chocolate to pair with one of the wines, and an enchilada at the end (which was a little blah for me). It was a decent amount of food, so don't stuff yourself before coming. Hubby and I have done quite a bit of wine tasting, it's kind of a hobby for us, and this was one of our better experiences. Overall, we had a great time with the people and the wines (took home 6 bottles) and will go again. In fact, I already bought another Groupon for 4 to bring my parents when they are in town in May. Highly recommend!

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Crisp gave sports bar vibes but with upscale Italian food, and... I liked it! We were a large party…read morewith reservations, and the wait staff was ready and prepared for us, which I really appreciated. For appetizers, I had the Drunken Garlic Bread, and I honestly don't know exactly what was on it, but it was SO good. Lots of cheese, garlic, and just overall deliciousness. We got a few different appetizers for the table, and everything we tried was great. For my entree, I got the Italian Drunken Dip Sandwich. It was WAY smaller than I expected. It was good, but compared to the appetizers, it wasn't anything mind-blowing. The menu said it would come on the drunken bread, similar to the appetizer, but the bread on my sandwich was much harder. Not sure if they ran out of the actual drunken bread or if that's how it's supposed to be, but it was a little disappointing. Overall, I really enjoyed the appetizers and the atmosphere, and I'd definitely come back for more of a happy hour vibe.

Been going to Crisp a bit more often these days and enjoyed what I got so much it's pretty much my…read morestandard entree selection--the salmon dinner served on a bed of quinoa. Everyone I've been with lately has enjoyed their food there. Didn't get the server we wanted due to availability for our party's size and the one we got was a bit lifeless and only asked two people at the table if they wanted a drink then took off so I was a bit miffed at having to wait until their drink was delivered so I could request a glass of wine but other than that service was good. The setting is great and it works for couples, families and large groups and they have a great back patio which is nice when weather is nice.

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Crisp - Inside Bar

Inside Bar

Crisp - Chef Ivis' French Toast and Mimosa

Chef Ivis' French Toast and Mimosa

Crisp - Avocado Truffle Toast Brunch Item

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Avocado Truffle Toast Brunch Item

Slowpokes - coffee - Updated October 2026

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