Minuti Coffee | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
popular

A Definitive Ranking Of The 14 Best Coffee Shops In College Station, TX

From a coffee-loving gal.

2541
A Definitive Ranking Of The 14 Best Coffee Shops In College Station, TX
Instagram

In This Article:

.

 Evans Library Starbucks

I have Starbucks listed again farther down, but I just needed to take a moment to acknowledge every Texas A&M student's favorite place to get coffee (although arguably, it is the most convenient)

Coffee & Menu: Your standard Starbucks coffee, nothing special. I'll give them credit though, this location is fairly consistent in being in stock, which is surprising considering according to an article by The Battalion, the Starbucks at Evans sees around 2,000 transactions per day.

Price: It doesn't count if it's dining dollars, right?

Aesthetic: 0/10, unless standing in really long lines is just your thing.

Other comments: Honestly this Starbucks is not awful, considering it is one of the most frequented on-campus coffee shops in the country. The baristas are always nice and friendly and never seem to mind when I can't decide what to order as the 50 people in line behind me wait anxiously

Minuti Coffee

Instagram

http://minuticoffee.com/college-station/

I've actually somehow never been here (I'm a failure of a coffee connoisseur, I know), but I always see this place and decided it warranted it's own spot on this list.

Coffee & Menu: Based on their online menu, they seem to have a lot, although I couldn't tell you how it tastes.

Price: You know it's expensive when the prices aren't even included online...

Aesthetic: It seems cute from the outside?

Other comments: Let me actually try this one first and I'll get back to you.

Tipsy Bean

Instagram

https://www.tipsybean.com/

Coffee & Menu: 8/10, the coffee is great, and the menu also features alcoholic beverages for those over 21 and into that.

Price: Kind of expensive, but it's the price one pays to study next to cool, hip moms sipping wine

Study-ability: only a 4/10 because they turn off the wifi after 4:00...

Aesthetic: 8/10. This shop is dark, sleek and modern, exactly what you would expect from a wine and coffee bar.

Other comments: Honestly the wifi thing is a dealbreaker, this one can be nice to study at short-term, but save the all night sessions for somewhere else.

The 539235 Starbucks in Bryan/College Station

https://www.starbucks.com/

One of my personal favorites, mostly because I have the Starbucks app which my mom sometimes lets me use her $ for (shoutout to you Mom, you're great and thank you for supporting my coffee addiction!).

Coffee & Menu: The quality of the coffee could be better, but the menu overall is great, with something for everyone and great food options.

Price: Kinda pricey depending on what you get (a grande iced coffee with 2 pumps of white mocha is only $3.50 though, you're welcome.

Aesthetic: Again, it varies depending on location but honestly most of them are pretty nice.

Cons: I'm a big fan of shopping local and Starbucks can take customers away from local small businesses, and the coffee is sometimes not the greatest quality...

Nobilitea

Formerly known as Tea 2 go, I included this one a) because it's a nice, chill place to study, and sometimes it can be good to take a break from coffee...

Coffee & Menu: 7/10, there is coffee on the menu so that's a good sign, and their chai tea latte is maybe one of the best I've ever had!

Price: More on the cheaper side, you can get a 32 oz. of tea for around a $1.50, which is a pretty good deal.

Study-ability: They close early, but it's nice for Sunday afternoons.

Aesthetic: 7/10, it's cute but nothing too special.

Cons: Not actually a coffee shop...

Lupa's Coffee

Instagram

http://lupascoffeecs.com/

Coffee & Menu: 9/10, Lupa's has a great, classic menu for a great, classic coffee shop.

Price: Average

Studyablility: They close at 1 a.m. so it's nice for late nights!

Aesthetic: Honestly Lupa's is a great, homey atmosphere. A hipster's paradise.

Cons: Every time I've gone here it's really crowded and makes me feel overwhelmed, which is why I ranked this place so low.

Honestly, Lupa's is great, just not my scene I guess.

la Gabriella Coffeeshop & Pastries

Yum!

Instagram

This is possibly one of the most underrated coffee shops in the Bryan/College Station area...

Coffee & Menu: Great coffee! And as you can see above, their foods aren't too bad either...

Price: Good!

Study-ability: They close a little early which can make it difficult to study, but if you're up for an early morning #grind session, this is your place!

Aesthetic: Exactly what you would expect from your typical neighborhood coffee shop.

Cons: I really wish this place was open later, that's honestly my only problem with it.

Gogh Gogh Coffee Company

Coffee & Menu: The menu is a little limited, but the coffee couldn't be better! (honestly, the coffee isn't truly terrible anywhere but it never hurts to mention it.)

Price: Yeah, kind of...

Study-ability: Not great, they close at 7:00, but if you can get there early it's also great for Sunday afternoons

Aesthetic: A little bit like a warehouse, but it is light and airy! And they decorate really well for Christmas

Cons: Study-ability and aesthetic could be better

1541 Pastries and Coffee

Instagram

A hidden gem!

Coffee & Menu: High-quality coffee and a great menu, it also has great food options, so overall a quality 8/10.

Price: On the cheaper side!

Study-ability: 7/10

Aesthetic: A mom-and-pop feel to it, homey.

Cons: Small and closes a little too early.

The Brew

instagram

http://thebrewcoffee.com/

Coffee & Menu: Overall a solid 9/10 menu.

Price: About as expensive as the rest of them

Study-ability: Honestly pretty great, one time I was there and they played my favorite Taylor Swift album, I've never been more productive.

Aesthetic: Honestly not my favorite, it looks like a church converted into a coffee shop because, well, it is...

Cons: See above...

Harvest

Instagram

http://harvestbcs.com/

Coffee & Menu: 10/10, no explanation necessary

Price: A little expensive for Bryan if you ask me

Study-ability: They're open until 10:00 which is good, but it's a little small

Aesthetic: Probably the best aesthetic of all of the coffee shops listed, and that is not a statement I say lightly. It's cozy and warm and inviting, and situated on a street corner in historic downtown Bryan. I love it.

Cons: Not super great for studying, and kind of out of the way to get to.

Sweet Eugune's

http://sweeteugenes.net/#about

The original.

Coffee & Menu: 9.5/10. Pretty high-quality coffee and definitely one of the best menus I've seen in a coffee shop, they have so many options! Sweet's also has a wide variety of food options, including some super yummy donuts!

Price: Reasonable! And I can get a cake donut for a dollar which is always nice.

Study-ability: Honestly a go-to for late night studying, as long as you can handle the crowds.

Aesthetic: 10/10. Inside it feels like you are in a place more artistic and inspiring than a strip center in College Station. There are so many comfy couches and cozy nooks that you're sure to find a spot that speaks to you.

Cons: Because this place is so great, and everyone knows it's so great, it's always. SO. SO. Crowded. During prime study hours, good luck finding a table and being able to hear yourself think.

Babe's Donuts

For those who say they love coffee, but really just love donuts.

Coffee & Menu: Average coffee, above average donuts.

Price: Great!

Study-ability:

Aesthetic: 8/10. Situated off Texas Avenue in the #scenic Bryan, TX, Babe's does the best it can with its location. Cute, comfy and homey on the inside!

Cons: It's kinda small and the coffee menu is limited.

Ideal for a casual morning hang out or if you're studying and in need of something sweet!

POV

Instagram

https://www.povatlakewalk.com/


Coffee & Menu: 8/10, honestly the variety of the menu could improve, but the coffee itself is top-notch.

Price: a little expensive, but that's the price one pays to study alongside important people with briefcases and actual jobs and lives that more put together than mine.

Study-ability:

Aesthetic: 11/10. Lots of natural light and the cutest yellow wallpapered wall. My dream home looks something like the inside of this coffee shop. Outdoor seating is just the right amount of functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Cons: It's always really cold here for some reason?

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

11 College Misconceptions Every Incoming Freshman Needs To Know

Think of everything that you've heard about college... and completely forget it.

794
Helen Horton and friends
Helen Horton

College is a crazy, beautiful, amazing whirlwind. It is highly popularized in television and movies, but not necessarily in the most accurate way. Yes, there's frats, dingy dorms, raging house parties—but there's also a lot that people fail to mention.

1. If you thought that you knew how to study, you're wrong.

All of your classes aren't taught every day, so professors aren't on your case constantly about reading and memorizing material. Once you get back that "questionable" first exam grade, you'll kick it into high gear and figure out what works for you

Keep Reading...Show less
woman in black turtleneck shirt smiling beside woman in black shirt

Your mom: you can't live with her, but you can't live without her. You love your mom, but she is insanely predictable. Here is a list of things your mom has probably done.

Keep Reading...Show less
Girl With Bleached Hair
Tumblr

I've been a bleach blonde for over a year now, and let me tell you, it is a lifestyle. More hair appointments, longer showers, and special shampoo. But it is totally worth it!

1. Mentally preparing yourself to convince your hair dresser that white is the way to go.

2. Or the anxiety of what could go wrong by bleaching your hair at home.

3. You could either become a ginger

4. Or a pixie

5. The face you make in the mirror when you take off your towel to unveil the perfect white strands.

6. Taking a million selfies the day you bleached it, because you know your roots will be back in literally 2 days.

7. Having to get bangs or a big chop because your hair is so damaged.

8. Having orange highlights in between touch-ups.

9. Going out for a drink afterwards to debut your updated look.

Despite the struggles, you love your platinum blonde hair! You make sure Instagram knows it, too. You don't need a filter, because the color is flawless by itself!

Parks and Recreation
The Playlist

Finals: just thinking about them gives you anxiety. Only two weeks separate you from summer, but they're the longest of the semester. There's a familiarity to this season, now that you have had so many testing cycles under your belt. But that doesn't quell the ever present stress to pass your finals and your classes. Even better, as a package deal during these wonderful weeks, you get to wake up early to study and you get to take exams that can begin anytime from 7 A.M. to 7 P.M. Now that we have established that this week is not fun, here are some super relatable moments that punctuate finals week.

Keep Reading...Show less
girl partying
HeyMIkeyATL

I've been at this college thing for almost three and a half years, and while I thought that high school was truly the lowest point of my existence, I'm beginning to realize that it was a walk in the park. Like, I miss the days when the biggest white lie I told my parents was my made up excuse about being late for fourth period. These days, the white lies are a tad more complex, and as ashamed as I am to admit it, I've definitely told a few of these.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments