If you are looking to hangout and have a terrific cup of coffee or espresso, here are some of the best coffee houses in San Antonio.
Sip Coffee & Expresso Bar
160 E. Houston StreetSan Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 222-0149
Located in downtown San Antonio, Sip has the reputation of having the best coffee and espresso in the city. They also offer delicious pastries that are made at their sister restaurant, Le Reve. Sip also serves a variety of panini and croissant style sandwiches for lunch. Hours are 7:00am to 6:00pm.
The Candlelight Coffee House and Wine Bar
3011 N. Saint Mary's StreetSan Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 738-0099
Not exactly your typical coffee house, The Candlelight doesn't open until 4:00pm. It's a great place to bring a date, where you can cozy up on the couches and sip coffee, tea or wine. And their outdoor patios are terrific for large, boisterous groups of friends or small private parties. You can order coffee by the canister or the cup and the menu features a variety of sandwiches, salads and scrumptous desserts.
Espuma Coffee and Tea Emporium
928 S. Alamo StreetSan Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-1912
Espuma features a great selection of coffees and gourmet teas. They also offers an array of wrap sandwiches, soups and salads. The hottest thing on the menu, however is something cool - granitas, which is an icy coffee slush. Espuma has free wi-fi and is great hangout for young and old.
Ruta Maya Riverwalk Coffee House
107 E. Martin StreetSan Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 223-MAYA
Ruta Maya is more than just a coffee house; it also hosts local art and music events. The company is based in Austin and their San Antonio Riverwalk location is living up to the great reputation of the original. Ruta Maya offers delicious, dark coffee and great atmosphere. The coffee house is open until 2:00am on Friday and Saturdays when you can listen to some terrific local and regional music.
Lighthouse Coffee and Cafe
18730 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 100San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 495-5099
This Christian coffee house offers some of the best coffee in the city. Located on the northside, Lighthouse features an extensive breakfast menu, as well as soups, salads, sandwiches and some great desserts. The cafe opens at 7:00am Monday through Saturday and has live Christian music 7:00pm-9:00pm, Friday and Saturday evenings.
Cafeggio Coffee
19141 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 803San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 490-0600
Cafeggio features terrific coffees, teas, espressos, frappeggios (frozen coffee slushes) and smoothies. Their prices are reasonable, starting at $1.55 for a 12-ounce regular coffee. Cafeggio also serve salads and panini sandwiches for lunch, as well as a variety of pastries and desserts. The cafe features free wi-fi and a 50-inch plasma television.
Wildfire Coffee Roasters
15502 Huebner RoadSan Antonio, TX 78248
(210) 492-9544
Located near Shavano Park on San Antonio's northwest side, Wildfire serves some of the freshest coffee in the city. They also offer a variety of soothing teas and cold coffee drinks. You can buy their coffee beans by the bag. The atmosphere is cozy with comfortable seating and a very friendly staff. Wildfire also sells chocolates, small pastries and other snack items. Free wi-fi is available.
Cafe Latino
1621 N. Main AvenueSan Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 220-1845
Cafe Latino is popular among students at nearby San Antonio College. The cozy atmosphere offers comfortable seating and an assortment of books for your reading pleasure. Cafe Latino serves delicious coffee and Mexican sweet breads. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Da Vinci Gelato and Caffe
18720 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 152San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 545-6686
Located on Stone Oak Parkway, Da Vinci offers a variety of coffees but their mainstay is their gelato - Italian ice cream. Their menu features over 30 different flavors, from Amaretto to Tiramisu. They also serve fat-free and sugar free options. In addition, Da Vinci also has desserts, pastries, crepes and paninis.
Starbucks
30 LocationsSan Antonio, TX
(800) 235-2883
With more than 30 locations in the San Antonio area, Starbucks is definitely the most convenient place to get good coffee in the city. However, you may find one of the other coffee houses on the list to have better atmosphere, prices and coffee. Most San Antonio Starbucks are T-Mobile wireless hotspots. If you don't have a T-Mobile account, you can sign up for a T-Mobile HotSpot Free DayPass.