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Uncle Beans Coffee

4.4 (137 reviews)
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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Rebecca W.

CJ and Alex were so lovely and helpful and very patient helping us figure out our specific requests. CJ's London Fog was the best my friend has ever had, she said. Plus a super cute patio for a lovely day out.

Iced Smores Latte
Meris R.

I was looking for a different coffee place and saw the good reviews, so I thought why not. But it was an underwhelming experience. There's little to no parking, and the seating is all outside. My barista wasnt helpful at all. I mentioned it was my first time and just got a blank stare. So I tried the seasonal iced s'mores latte, with oat milk and I added CBD. Total was $13.68, including like a $1 tip. Ridiculous but what coffee place isn't now a days. They brought it out to me, and my first thought was how gross, they touched all over the marshmallow, since it's not attached to anything. Laughable really. Of course I threw it away. Such a waste. The coffee was decent. Nothing exciting or different. I really don't recommend. A waste of time and expectations.

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Maddie F.

My pistachio latte was amazing! Staff is super sweet and made my coffee quickly. Small place with outdoor seating and a drive through

Ericka S.

Uncle Bean's Coffee is what I'd describe as an off the beaten path hidden gem located on the eastern outskirts of the Heights. This is a quieter side of the Heights away from the main thoroughfares. What I recommend:: Browse/Shop the book selection at Kaboom Books nearby and then head to Uncle Beans, which is located one block over. One afternoon, I went to Uncle Bean's and ordered a peach iced tea, which was wonderful. The tea had just a hint of sweetness, so the peach flavor really stood out. I love how this outdoor coffee house is decorated, and the person who took my order was really cool and friendly. Such a wonderful place!

Winter spice latte with oat milk
Mariel T.

Happened upon this spot and we were pleasantly surprised with the additive options (soy/oat/alt mills, CBD/MCT/etc). There's one parking spot with a walk up/drive through concept. Ample seats, just hard to park as the street it is on is very busy! Staff was friendly and helpful for us to make a decision. We got a lavender iced latte with oat milk and MCT and a winter spice latte with oat milk - totaling out to about $16 before tip. We'll be back :)

Christa S.

LOVE this cute neighborhood coffee joint! They have seasonal drinks created by the employees, breakfast tacos, and breakfast sandwiches. The outdoor seating area is beyond amazing. Parking: Street or just go through the drive through if street parking is impossible. Recommend: iced vanilla latte!

Iced horchata latte

I was drawn here by the iced horchata latte and very excited to taste it. Really nothing to say about the location or staff but that drive through road is bumpy lol. Pretty quick service and super cute cup sleeves. As an iced latte goes I'd give it a 8.5/10 I was satisfied with it. But the horchata was not very noticeable in it which was disappointing. It's likely however they're making the horchata. Definitely would like to come back and try some of their other drinks and even their food menu some time!

a truck parked in a parking lot
Lorraine I.

The expresso itself was really good But they put too much water or milk in it It diluted the whole thing making the latte super watery And lack of coffee flavor very disappointing

Spinach breakfast sandwich
Courtney W.

Great place for coffee and reading outside on a nice day! Stopped by because the weather was perfect for sitting outside and wanted to read a book. For coffee, I went with the iced horchata latte, which was really tasty! I love the flavors or the rice milk and the spices and it wasn't too sweet. I also got a spinach, mushroom, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich which comes on an English muffin and is nice and warm with the cheese melted. It was satisfying and hit the spot! There are tables and chairs under a shaded area and there's also wifi available. No public bathroom. There's also a drive thru if you want to pick up quickly! Plenty of street parking in the surrounding neighborhood.

Horchata latte
Jazmin M.

Kept seeing everyone posting about the horchata latte, so I had to come check it out. Went @3pm, wait time was none, another car arrived after me. Parking: about 2 spots, rest is street parking Staff: friendly and explained when asked Price: coffee average Taste: it was good, I personally didn't taste the coffee, I will most likely ask for an extra shot of expresó next time. Location: pretty cute place Seating: outdoor Drive Thru!!!

Caramel iced coffee with oat milk
Syreeta C.

This is a little coffee shop in the heights area. They have some outside seating. There is a drive through that's a bit bumpy. There is a walk up window to place orders as well. There was outside seating. This is a quiet area to have a coffee on a Houston winter or spring day. I gave 4 stars because my coffee was not filled to the top. I looked at several other pictures of their iced coffee and that was also how their cups were filled. But for 7.50ish I would like those other ounces of my drink. I did like the coffee though and the lady at the window was friendly.

Bag of house blend beans $13
Lauren R.

This is my favorite heights coffee shop so far! It's only a 10 minute bike ride so we love that. The service has always been friendly and quick. On Valentine's Day I got a mocha latte with strawberry syrup and it was sooo good I hope it's there longer than just February. The pumpkin chocolate chip muffin is also amazing.

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Russell B.

Quick Review While their coffee isn't the most exciting in town, Uncle Beans claims its power in offering unique addictives for your health and wellness and curating an outside space where you can enjoy a cup of joe or neighborhood watch year around. Full Review Menu Uncle Bean's Coffee wasn't a stand-out menu for my pallet, but they offer many coffee bar essentials, making it easy for any customer to find something they'd enjoy. Even though they upcharge, I appreciated the variety of plant-based milk and the use of local honey. Sidenote: I'd recommend all coffee bars consider ditching the upcharge for alternative/plant-based options. Uncle Beans also offers noncoffee essentials such as teas, smoothies, pastries, and light breakfast options. I loved their "Kiddos" menu, which has been a rare sight in my coffee shop experience but a concept I support. While the menu is standard, Uncle Beans sets itself apart with its unique additives (collagen, MCT oil, Tumeric), which greatly benefit skin, body, and overall wellness. They also offer CBD as an additive which is growing in popularity in coffee culture and the Houston community. The CBD additive is about $4.00. I added it to a vanilla and lavender latte with oat milk. I forgot to tell the barista my size preference, but they gave me a small. The total came to $11.91, which is a bit pricy for a small with one additive. Nonetheless, I encourage folks who visit Uncle Beans to try the additive for the experience and exposure to holistic pathways for wellness. The vanilla and lavender latte was a typical latte. Nothing too special stood out in the flavor, and I did appreciate the CBD blended well, so there wasn't an odd taste or any unpleasant aftertaste. Seating + Amenities Uncle Bean's seating is on an outdoor patio that is well decorated and equipped with fans and top/side covering for hot Houston days or those odd winters where it's cold in the city. It's a place you can sit outside and have a coffee any time of year. Uncle Beans offers Free Wifi for customers; however, I wouldn't consider it "remote work-friendly" if you're a person who gets distracted easily by surrounding noise. The patio sits along Houston Ave, which has moderate, consistent traffic flow, so you'll hear some of the hustle and bustle of the neighborhood. If the noise doesn't bother you and you're an admirer of victorian style homes, the views of the surrounding neighborhood would be an excellent window for you to work in front. Uncle Beans doesn't offer a public bathroom, which may affect your ability to work remotely for an extended period. An aesthetic highlight is the container mural nestled alongside the drive-thru. It's a dope recreation of the iconic Beatles Abby Road photo, but instead of the Beatles, it's a group of dogs. For sure Instagram-worthy. Uncle Beans also offers a community board, which I appreciate of any business. Sidenote: All coffee shops should have community boards. It shows that community folks are coming into local businesses and using them as hubs to spread awareness, connect with people, provide opportunities, etc. Parking Uncle Beans is clever in having a drive-thru attached. I haven't seen many local coffee shops with multiple "on the go" concepts outside of a walk-up window; however, Uncle Beans manages an efficient drive-thru while cultivating a space where patrons can sit and enjoy the feels of indulging at a locally owned shop. Also, a great way to stay in business in the event of another shutdown. The trade-off for the drive-thru seems to be the limited parking available on site. Spaces are quite limited, and for those that do exist, they don't appear defined as actual parking, rather than "customer made," which can be confusing. There is a good amount of parking directly across the street along Houston Ave (moderately busy), which makes for a quick hop over and the opportunity to keep an eye on your vehicle while you sit. Parking along Alma street is also a choice; however, the road is tiny and requires you to park almost in the yards of the homes on the street. There is a bike rack available for my bikers. The staff was friendly; however, the first time I came, I waited quite some time, even with an empty line. I'm not sure if the staff didn't see me through the glass divider or if the shop were short-staffed, but it took some time to be acknowledged to place an order. The second time I visited, the line was empty again, and the staff quickly got my order.

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I go here almost everyday. They know my coffee order and preferred taco choice. Great place on the go or enjoy a cuppa joe outside.

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Best little coffee shop in Houston and the perfect place to hang out in the Heights on a nice day!

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Delicious specialty drinks, friendly and prompt staff. Cute location, would definitely go back!

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The horchata iced latte was amazing and the seating outside is so aestheticy. Definitely recommend

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The coffee is amazing! Really love the atmosphere. The customer service is top notch. Can't wait to go back.

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Cute coffee shop with lots to offer. Their frozen matcha is the best! Dog friendly. Will definitely be back!

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My dog Luna harasses me every morning to take her here so she can see Ruben. I'm starting to worry that Rusti will get jealous.

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Still dreaming about my iced mocha and almond croissant. Delicious but pretty expensive.

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The cold brew was great tasting and refreshing! I highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area and needing a little pick me up!

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