New look,new location but same great service. I am thrilled 2nd Cup is in Lindale Park. It continues to be the place to gather and get work done or simply enjoy a cup of coffee and breakfast. There is outdoor seating which is wonderful if you love mother nature's kiss. On this visit, I went for brunch and what can I say, I loved it. Food was warm, fresh and delicious. I see many new faces too that followed 2nd Cup from its previous location and because they support its mission. I'm excited to welcome them to Lindale Park. read more

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Absolutely love this coffee spot! I've never had a bad coffee here, both pre and during pandemic. I love that they have a little bar beside the pick up area with sugar, cinnamon, cups of water, etc. The staff is also super friendly and helpful if you ever need a recommendation. They also have a little merchandise section with t-shirts, jewelry, bags, and other cute items to buy. This place has both plenty of parking spots and plenty of seating inside-- I've never had an issue finding a good spot. Another great plus is that their proceeds go to fighting against human trafficking! Love studying and working here or just meeting up with friends over coffee! read more

A 2nd Cup - Mocha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

Cutest little coffee shop with an amazing chai latte blend! I enjoyed a vegan banana muffin that was delicious. Nice and friendly staff. Low key vibe read more

A 2nd Cup - Chai Latte and London fog - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've been meaning to review this place for a while. Great coffee, wonderful cause, excellent baristas. You cannot go wrong with a latte from here--the espresso is flavorful and the baristas know what they're doing. It's a great change in pace from corporate coffee shops. The staff is very kind. The shop itself is very spacious, natural lighting is a plus. Easily a place I would consider relaxing or working on writing or drawing. It's nice and quiet, too. This place rates high with this coffee snob's taste, for sure. I don't go easy on coffee spots, but this place has great coffee and a great cause. The space is also disability friendly, with enough space for wheelchair users and service dog handlers. read more

Great environment for a coffee, very quiet and calm. A lot of people working in the space, but it was very relaxing and chill read more

A 2nd Cup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

The old location got a 5/5. This new location sadly does not hit the spot. The drinks are still good, if a little lacking in menu selection. On the sweeter side, if that's your thing. Parking lot is very tight, the physical location and space is not very pretty. Roach on the floor, at least it was dead. Bathroom faucet barely drips water and the soap was very watered down. Slightly alarming for a new spot. read more

I've been coming here since 2018, and this place should be on the shortlist of Houston coffeeshops. The interior is cute, great for study and meetups alike. Coffee is a solid sell, very competitive with other offerings in town. The baristas are very friendly and it's clear that they love what they do. As icing on the cake, a 2nd cup is dedicated to a noble cause, and engages wonderfully with the community as it sometimes hosts plant markets. More ethically minded consumers will love this spot. read more

One of my favorite places to go when I need to get some work done! I love that they are dedicated to stopping human trafficking. They recently moved locations and it feels more like a traditional coffeeshop rather than their previous warehouse vibe, but they did well in keeping their chill vibes. They also have merchandise available for purchase at very fair prices read more

Favorite coffee shop in Houston for 3 reasons: 1 - lots of big tables for doing work 2 - good quality coffee (I always get a coconut latte) 3 - supports a good cause No other coffee shop has a balance of all these things I've found. Crowds and noise level are all good. read more

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Any organization that truly lives their mission is a WIN in my book. Even though this is only my 2nd time there... I am always recommending as a must-go coffee shop. My first time was pre-COVID so I arrived with my backpack in tow to do some work. But of course (for very good reason) the indoor seating is replaced with covered outdoor seating - so my shoulder got no relief, but I ain't trippin! I visited today (in the midst of Texas just foregoing all rules of engagement - shutting off power and water) and they were open with FREE COFFEE, FREE SOUP, FREE CHOCOLATES! I mean - just awesome. And again, because TX is just on another wave, there was drinkable and potable water available for anyone who needs. If you don't know, a 2nd cup exits to eradicate human trafficking (through awareness, action and survivor support). They do this SO well - you come in for coffee and get educated - YES! Everywhere you look you are reminded of their mission. So I'll be doing a Round 2 but needed to leave this here. You are able to see the true measure of an establishment (in this case) in times of crisis, and A 2nd Cup comes all the way through. It's not just about goooood coffee but a great conversation starter to an issue that very silently plagues the world. read more

A 2nd Cup - Winter Storm Uri - A 2nd Cup visit. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

First time here on a Sunday morning! I ordered the caramel latte with avocado toast with egg. Everything was hot and delicious The inside had an Eclectic vibe! I'll definitely be back again! read more

A 2nd Cup - Avocado toast with egg - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Cute little neighborhood shop with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly staff and uniquely delicious coffee and tea concoctions. Upon entering, there are a lot of crafts and merchandise for sale from local artists. Absolutely love that a portion of the proceeds of the coffee shop goes to help end human trafficking. That alone will keep me coming back. read more

A 2nd Cup - Iced Secret Squirrel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

I learned about A 2nd Cup at a Nonprofit Board Connection Fair that was held by United Way of Greater Houston. The lady that I met was introducing herself to individuals at the fair and providing info about the coffee shop and their mission. She also gave me a 10% off coupon to enjoy--cant wait to use it because I did not utilize it yesterday. I met up with my now colleague and old professor/coordinator for breakfast/coffee. I enjoyed the veggie taco and a macchiato while my colleague enjoyed avocado toast and an iced coffee. The ambiance is very chill and there were many individuals there studying and/chatting. The food was really, really good. I will definitely return. I love the cause and I appreciated the cleanliness. Parking was a little tricky at first, but I ended up finding a spot directly in the front of the shop shortly after someone left. read more

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Great coffee for a cause (United Against Human Trafficking), nice location, cozy inside. Stop on in and support them.

I visited this place for the first time today and enjoyed it very much. It has ample space, many outlet plugs to connect to, ample seating--yummy coffee and food. The service was great too and will be returning! It can be kinda warm so no need for sweaters like the usual coffee shops. read more

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It's a great place. The barista with the glasses seems like she doesn't really believe that the coffee shop can make $$. Sucks to have that energy, It would be nice if they sold food as well, but "we wont make any money we're already non profit". read more

Flat white. Vanilla latte. Vanilla latte. Felt too... Light. No flavor. Flat white should have felt stronger. But it was very smooth. Overall. Not that impressed. read more

I can't even believe this place is here in a neighborhood I grew up in. It's still wild to me to see coffee shops/cafes like this pop up in Northside, but I love it because I am a coffee nut! I ordered a flavored (the flavor combo is escaping me right now. Sweet Toff maybe?) iced latte, and it was so delicious! So much so that I debated going back hours later for another one. I had a nice conversation with the cute barista. The service was great. Ambiance was chill. Parking is challenging, so be aware of that. If you have a dual cab pickup truck with a trailer, this lot may not be the best parking option for you. Perhaps park on the side street as to not inconvenience everyone else in the lot. Yes, that happened. read more

I came across this coffee shop on Instagram. I finally decided to visit on Saturday afternoon. Since this is their new location, they had a re-opening celebration. It wasn't too crowded so I was able to get a good seat. I was able to enjoy my cup of coffee and the love DJ. I would definitely return to support this local coffee shop and to fight human trafficking at the same time. read more

A 2nd Cup - Secret Squirrel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Great service. Love their coffee & food options. I recommend the A2C Croissant breakfast sandwich & puff patries. The atmosphere is so nice to study, chat, and read in. There's an outdoor patio with plenty of seating. Have been here twice & will definitely be returning. Downside: parking lot is a little small & would need to street park on the side if full. Also wish their chicken and waffles had boneless chicken instead. Was still delicious. read more

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A few reasons why I'd go back here again 1) They support anti-human trafficking 2) They have cruelty free products for purchase at the front 3) There is really good lighting for studying 4) The WiFi is reliable 5) Most of the employees are volunteers- so a lot of the profits really go where they say they do 6) They host fun events to support victims 7) Their coffee is still reasonably priced and tastes pretty good! read more

A 2nd Cup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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My girlfriend and I come here all the time to study. Great coffee and overall great ambiance. Parking is fine and the restrooms are pretty clean. read more

One of my favorite coffee shops in Houston. They seriously have it all. They have ideals (they support the fight against sex trafficking), they have multiple plugs (perfect for studying), they have an actual parking lot near by, amazing coffee (I really liked the secret squirrel!), and they host cool events (cooking, yoga, dancing classes) in a separate room from time to time! It's also not too loud when they do host, I was there when everyone was trying to ballroom dance in the other room but I was still able to study. During finals week, it can get pretty crowded though so keep that in mind. Oh and if you don't have a printer, there is one inside that you can connect to! read more

Now more than ever it is important to support local businesses, but a 2nd Cup deserves extra support due to their mission of helping eliminate human trafficking. Dine out and do good! First things first - this place has a ton of parking! How rare in this area. Once you walk into the shop you are welcomed by a warm atmosphere filled with aromatic coffee plus unique gifts you can purchase to help support underserved communities. I also love the menu here, lots of fun flavored drinks, pastries, and breakfast items. I went with the iced mint mocha - definitely recommend for my fellow chocolate mint lovers! It was the perfect blend of coffee and sweet. I can't wait to come back and try some other items here! read more

This is a lovely place to sit and read, study, drink coffee (or not), meet with friends (or colleagues), work on something requiring intense (or not-so intense) concentration, in peace. I was warmly welcomed by not only the space but also the baristas at the coffee bar. They allowed me to take my time in ordering and signed me up for a rewards program (yay!). I was impressed with the efficiency of their service, the quality of their coffees, and the overall atmosphere of the coffee shop. I first ordered a Minty Mocha with almond milk, and it was fantastic. The barista even made some fun art on my coffee, which made me smile. I was so impressed with how productive I was in my first hour at 2nd cup that I barely noticed I'd finished drinking my cup of MM! Obviously, I was going to live up to the name of the shop and get a 2nd cup. This time, I opted for a soy latte - also heavenly. The patrons are amazingly kind and were willing to watch my things while I either got up up to use the bathroom or order a 2nd cup. This is a place to which I hope to return Minus one star for parking - it's a little tight, but it does keep the place nice and airy. See you soon, 2nd Cup! read more

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Love this place. Very cozy feel. Good chill hip hop playlist playing in the background. Coffee is delicious, service great and decent amount of seating selections. I was also able to easily connect to wifi, which is a huge plus for someone needing to work remotely. I just wish it was bigger and there was more parking. read more

New location; same meaningful mission! My GPS brought me to their new location today and I enjoyed supporting their mission confronting the insidious scourge of human trafficking by drinking a fantastic espresso with a side of Justice for all. read more

"Houston's only nonprofit cafe working to end human trafficking!" What an awesome cause and great coffee drinks! A 2nd cup has plenty of tables and extension cords all around so you have access to plugs. They play music, but not unbearably loud that you can't focus. They offer specialty lattes such as the red Barron (raspberry & mocha), chai fritz (chai & double espresso), Andy's mint mocha (mint & mocha), and secret squirrel (hazelnut & amaretto). For all the vegans and lactose intolerant people out there, they have almond, coconut, and oat milk. They're syrups are house-made with fair trade sugar and chocolate! I'm addition to drinks, they offer breakfast all day, sandwiches/paninis for lunch, and pastries (scones, muffins, croissants, cookies) to snack on. There are vegan and vegetarian options as well. The vegan option is the avocado toast. Vegetarians can enjoy the veggie taco and caress panini. I chose the iced sweet toff latte with oat milk. It wasn't too sweet, and I would order it again. I loved that they don't automatically add a plastic lid or straw, therefore reducing our plastic use. If you need one, they will provide them. There are metal straws on sale for $2.5 as well. All employees were wearing masks and were very friendly and helpful! I would recommend to everyone studying or working :) read more

A 2nd Cup - Iced sweet toff latte with oat milk (English toffee and mocha) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

Best coffee, by the cup or pound. Love the veggie breakfast taco. The shop is my go to for gifts with purpose. read more

Coffee for a Cause! Can't believe I haven't been here until now. It's funky and modern retro cool place to chill with mellow music playing overhead. They have the best almond cappuccino with coffee art in town! Intelligentsia coffee is my fav but this comes close. I've found very few places that can make the almond foam so thick as here. I like to get my moustache on!! This is non profit and goes towards charities, including ones to end human trafficking!!! So highly recommended - please come try this place out!! read more

A 2nd Cup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This is going to be a long but well deserved review! Human trafficking is nothing more than modern day slavery. It's the fasting-growing criminal industry in the world, with Houston ranking #2 in the country. Given how big an issue human trafficking is, one would think that there would be a push to stop human trafficking, especially in a city as large as Houston. So why isn't there? Why do so many stay silent? Aside from being a billion-dollar industry, people remain silent out of fear. Fear of becoming a target, fear of retaliation, fear of embarrassment, fear of reality. I could go on and on, but you get the point- people remain silent out of fear. A 2nd Cup, established in 2012, is a local coffee shop in Lindale Park, located in Houston's Near Northside. However, A 2nd Cup isn't just another little coffee shop or café. No, it's more than a café. It's coffee with a cause. Their goal is to raise awareness of human trafficking issues in Houston- and to develop resources that help create a second chance for survivors. Talk about business with a purpose! Since 2015, A 2nd Cup has served and educated over 100,000 Houstonians and have held over 400 human trafficking awareness events. They've spent hundreds of hours working alongside allies to engage the public to take action, and they've given over $112,000 in financial and in-kind donations to allies who serve survivors. They also recently began training survivors in the culinary industry through their new program, Brazen Table. These actions are a testimony to their commitment of achieving their mission to Educate, Partner, and Provide. A 2nd Cup creates a space for awareness, conversation, and empowerment. They collaborate with allies and strengthen their numbers while investing in short- and long-term survivor aftercare. Personally, I love supporting local. I eat and shop local every chance I get. I don't mind paying a little more because I know how valuable my business is to small business owners in my community. However, with a business such as A 2nd Cup, I'm more motivated to give them my business because I see how loud this small business is trying to speak. Our values of community, empowerment, care, inclusion, and action are aligned so it only makes sense that I support them in their mission. A 2nd Cup offers an open and welcoming environment where one can go to work, study, or simply hang out. While there, you can treat yourself to a delicious cup of coffee or tea and pair it with a yummy breakfast. My favorite is the avocado toast. Everything is made in-house with fair trade ingredients. Before you leave, you can browse through their merchandise section. They typically keep it stocked with curated items crafted by artisans living in high-risk environments. Literally every aspect of their business goes hand-in-hand with their mission to fight human trafficking. If you live in or near the area and are looking for a place with a purpose, where you can enjoy yourself and know that every dollar you spend is going toward a good cause, you need to visit A 2nd Cup. I'm honored to have them in my community and proud to be a supporter! read more

The drip isn't very good, so if you're looking for great drip coffee, I wouldn't recommend here. The food also isn't that great. It mostly seems pre-made. I'm not even sure if they have a real kitchen. The tables were rearranged to offer more seating which is nice because it was always really hard to find seating. I still think this is a great place with awesome, sweet drinks, some good espresso, and good pastries. It just needs better drip in my opinion. I think A 2nd Cup deserves a 4.5. They have one of the best spaces to work, good hours, a great mission, decent parking, and some of the best sweeter coffee drinks. They just need solid drip coffee and maybe more pastries because they're always almost out. read more

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For all you coffee connoisseurs who also love supporting an incredible cause, look no further to A 2nd Cup. This place should be on every Houstonian's coffeehouse list. Not only you are getting great quality coffee, you are also raising awareness to end human trafficking -sexual exploitation and forced labor - which Houston is sadly one of the biggest hubs in the United States. The I-10 corridor is one of the most heavily trafficked in the country. That's why every time you use their space, you are met with this awareness that we do live in a broken world, where over 30 million people worldwide are caught in the evil throes of illegal human trafficking. That is bigger than the entire population of Texas (20.9 million). But at the same time, just buy buying a bag (or cup) of coffee you know you are actively taking small steps that lead to bigger steps, which can transform our world. And ultimately even buying a bag of coffee could be a protest against the evil and injustice, and a plead and a prayer for God to restore things the way they ought to be. I really recommend just buying a bag of whole bean coffee because they give you a free cold brew or Americano. Great way to try out their coffee, especially since you're going to throw down $4-5 for a latte anyway (am I right?) They had roasted a Costa Rica coffee, but I actually chose the Colombian Coffee that's proudly roasted by Boomtown Coffee for the 2nd Cup. These benefit anti trafficking efforts and also support the Brazen Table, a 2nd Cup vocational training program for trafficking survivors. We absolutely love the full bodied, nutty taste of the Colombian coffee. So good. You can also try their food options like their avocado toast. Another boost for a 2nd Cup is that they have plenty of parking and a ton of open space for studying. It's so open and comfortable with couches near the wall or long wooden earthy tables to share with another person. Solid place! And for a solid cause. read more

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Delicious food and great coffee!! My boyfriend and I shared our usual flat white with whole milk. The barista at the register mistook "whole" for "oat" but the coffee was great nonetheless! One of our few actually "flat" flat whites and the milk was impeccable regardless of the alternative milk!! The breakfast tacos were also excellent! Whoever was on aux while we were there had epic music taste!!!!! read more

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Plenty of parking and seating (both indoor & outdoor). The Wi-Fi is fast, and free and the coffee is what you would expect in a decent cup of coffee. I had the flat white, and I was not disappointed. Pastries looked good as well. If it was not for the staff, this place would be solid 4 star for me. The staff seemed like I was bothering them ordering my drink, and asking them to refill the water jug that was out. I'd say the place was a 4 star, and the staff was a 2 star -- average out to 3 star overall. read more

If you want to find really good coffee with really good business practices, look no further. A 2nd cup's brand is to give their proceeds to stop human trafficking. I love that they do this and I couldn't help but to support them by buying coffee. It was really yummy! Also the vibe is amazing and there are a lot of seating options and outlets. read more

The mission of A 2nd cup is stellar. They are doing fantastic work! Their work is educating the community about sex trafficking and donating proceeds of the sales to the cause. Located in the heights. Plenty of parking. Likes: 1) Great coffee selection! 2) Baristas are knowledgeable. 3) Cute space. 4) They sell items made from Elijah Rising's non profit. All hand made items from woman who have been sex trafficked. Bonus. Check out Elijah Rising by the way. 5) Free sex trafficking information discussions and free yoga classes! Check their schedule. 6) Rewards program. Dislike: 1) They don't have Splenda (I have to bring it with me). 2) Being world conscious they serve coffee in paper cups (hence more trash). And they don't have a recycling bins. That's huge to me, especially for this type of business. Something they can definitely work on. read more

Currently my go-to coffeeshop to study at in Houston! Both times I've visited, I've gotten an iced latte with oat milk and English toffee syrup (which is amazing - just sweet enough, with enough coffee flavor without being too strong). They also have a bunch of super unique speciality lattes that I want to try in the future, as well as good selection of food and baked goods. I've gotten the avocado toast and the veggie breakfast tacos, both of which were very good. In addition, A 2nd Cup is a great study spot. They have free WiFi, plenty of outlets, and lots of seating, and the noise level is generally very reasonable. Another plus is the fact that they have a reasonably sized parking lot (a major problem with a lot of Houston coffeeshops). The overall vibes are also great - I love all of the natural lighting! Finally, I love knowing that, when I come here, my money is going to a good cause! Overall, I definitely recommend stopping by (whether it's to get some work done, get coffee with a friend, or just grab a bite to eat)! read more

A 2nd Cup is not an ordinary coffee shop. It is also a federal nonprofit organization to help spread awareness and end human trafficking in Houston, apparently one of the most intense regions of human trafficking according to the Department of Justice. Because of their mission and cause, I highly rate this coffee shop and applaud their passion to help others rather than help their own business. Besides that, this is a rather larger coffee shop compared to most others inside the loop. Though still on weekdays, tables can still be completely filled. The atmosphere is good for either a study environment (not too loud music or talking) or a chill place to catch up with a friend over coffee. The seating can be uncomfortable depending on which chair you're using as there are not cushions on the seats. I noticed the white round looking ones are more comfortable, while some others do not have backs. This could be seen as good or bad depending on the person, I know some people prefer uncomfortable seating because it helps them focus better while studying (not me though!). There also seems to be plenty of outlets, I noticed some power strips around the middle tables area, which is also a plus for studying. The coffee itself, if you recognize the similarity of the taste, that is because they use the coffee beans from Boomtown, which uses local and ethically sourced coffee farms (another plus). So you can get the Boomtown coffee taste without the smell of cigars! I ordered the mocha while my boyfriend ordered a chai. Although it was just average tasting, I can see myself coming back here often. read more

Great place to grab a cup of coffee and study or get some work done. The place was pretty big and they had a great selection of drinks. There was plenty of seating but it did get busy by the time we left that people were waiting to grab our table. They also have items for sale such as jewelry and shirts. Everyone was friendly and I will for sure return. read more

A 2nd Cup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas