The coffee and tea both are really good! I think it's the best coffee in Houston. I used to live close by, so I used to go there a lot. I went back on Christmas day and they were open. This is why I like Houston being multicultural. read more

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My wife ordereed a freezy which is described as an iced blended drink, she got the freezy coffee, she gave it 2 stars, it was barely cold and very liquidy, she was expecting something like a frappe. I loved my hot kumbakonam degree coffee. They have a bunch of snacks, samosas, dal puri, spring rolls, etc. They also have stuff like chicken tenders, spanakopita which is a spinach and cheese pastry, and lots of Indian pastries like gulab jamon, jalebi, we'd just eaten elsewhere so I didn't try any other items....they looked tasty though. read more

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Bengal Sweets has a permanent place in my heart. The barista showed us true Desi hospitality. Conversed with us, gave my bestie a complimentary beverage so she'd have something to sip on with me, and got my drink out in minutes. Clean, cozy, and varied seating make this a perfect place for studying or catching up with a friend. Now for the iced coffee. Some of the BEST iced coffee I've ever had. Perfectly foamy with the perfect level of sweetness. read more

Bengal Cafe & Sweets Coffee House - Iced coffee and cute wall mural - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

Was super excited to try this place out. It was very clean inside which I very much appreciate for a desi place. Even the bathroom was clean. The seats and tables are nice and comfy. Their chotputi was really good and so were the samosas/shingara and fish kabob. We found a bone in our kabob which for us is okay since we are used to working with fish bones in our Bangali dishes, but for others it might not be a good surprise. My husband enjoyed his cha, but it wasn't anything extra special. It was like a home cup. We were a little disappointed with their sweets selection. They barely had much of a selection and what they had were not much of being Bangali sweets. I think they have such a great opportunity to be a great cafe. They really need to up their game and bring more Bangali sweets and other pastry options in their selection. Not many Bangali shops in the area, this place can really thrive if they put some effort in. read more

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Starbucks who??? I love an authentic coffee or in my case tea house. I absolutely love my Chai and this place does it best! This place gives you all the vibes of a homemade bakery and coffee shop. From the sweet treats to the veggie samosas. What I love is that when I walk in the gentleman who makes my Masala Chai literally knows me by my drink haha. This place has a handful of drink options coffee and tea nice and simple. I love that about this place nothing overly complicated nor complex drinks just simple authentic. They do have a large sitting area and offer wifi so it's a good place to work and or study. Highly recommend to give this place a try! read more

My first ever Indian coffee shop! Their chairs are couch chairs with a lot of places for outlets. Wifi was very fast. Bathrooms were okay. Unfortunately, some of the tables were kind of dirty when I came but whatever. Still a great place to do some work! I ordered the Kumbhakonam degree coffee due to all of the people hyping it up and man, I think it deserved the hype. I think they place some kind of butter in it because when mine became more cool, there was a thin membrane that tasted like it. Just order it! And make sure you order something larger than a 6.5 oz because it's worth it! Unfortunately, I did not get to try some of their samosas but my friend got to! Remarked that it was fantastic. read more

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My whole family ate here last night. Two entrees and six samosas fed 3 hungry adults. We loved the desi desserts at the end - the beet one was amazing. The food was great too. We'll be back. I docked a star since it was pretty expensive for a place where we were served on disposables and had to bus our own table. Clean enough. read more

If you've not had Kumbakonam coffee here , you haven't truly lived yet! Ambience is perfect. Beautiful and tastefully find. A great place to come and relax with a book or catch up with friends over a cup of coffee. They also have varieties of sweets and savory snacks like samosas to munch on.. all this aside - THEIR COFFEE IS THE BEST! I also love how they serve in a steel cup and bowl as they do traditio read more

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Really happy to have found this spot! There are not enough quality coffee shops on Hillcroft and here you'll find just that. Affordable coffee and snacks, comfortable seating, good wifi and a friendly staff make for a great atmosphere. The interior is quiet for quality study time or conversation with loved ones. The samosas are delicious as was the coffee. Will definitely be visiting again! read more

Bengal Cafe & Sweets Coffee House - Finished the samosas before I could think to post, delicious and fresh cilantro-mint sauce to accompany. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is a very good coffee house. The Kumbakonam Degree Coffee is the best. If you are going to stop in and try anything, please, try this coffee. The milk to coffee to sugar ratio is perfect. It's creamy and sweet in the best possible way. The sweets are good as well as I would recommend that you try at least one of each and find out which one you like. If you're ever in this area please stop by. read more

What an awesome coffee shop! This place is smack dab in the middle of a bunch of Indian restaurants and clothing shops, so it's kind of hard to find. It has a small storefront, but inside is a large, and cozy coffee shop. I really liked the look and vibe of the place. They only serve three types of coffee: Mysore, Madras, and David's Brew. The Mysore is the strongest, and the David's is the lightest. All are pulled, espresso style, and then blended with creamy, frothed milk. There is only one size, equivalent to a tall, and they all cost $3 a cup. Pretty reasonable, if you ask me. The coffee is served Indian style, if you're planning on staying at the coffee shop. Don't expect coffee cups, as the hot drinks are served in stainless steel glasses, just like in India. If you order yours to-go, they will serve yours in a paper cup. I do have a few gripes. They are trying to do too much, and seem to be shifting focus. What started as a coffee shop, they have now added Indian sweets (mithai) to the mix. This is fine, but Indian sweets are extremely sweet, and not everyone likes them with their coffee. Plus, I've tried a few of their sweets, and they aren't that great. There are quite a few sweet shops in the area, and they are much better than this place. I think they should stick with the coffee, and should expand to include traditional style espresso based drinks, like lattes. And, they should also include tea drinks, like the traditional Indian chai. Their website reflects these ideas, and it says that they serve these drinks, but every time I've been to the shop (4+ times), they've never offered me anything other than the three main coffee types. Nor is there an expanded menu to show me all the drink options they may have. They do have a small menu of hot snack items, but I haven't tried any of them. I was never offered them while I was there, either. They seem to really try to sell the three coffees, and their sweets (mithai). If they were to include snacks like cookies, and cakes, and follow the Starbucks concept, but with an Indian flair, I think they could have a winner. read more

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Great coffee. Great samosa. Definitely something to try for the adventurous coffee drinker or wanting Desi comforts in a coffee shop setting

I was so disappointed to see mold on our sweets! We purchased these on Wednesday and this was on Friday even though they had been in the fridge the entire time. What a waste of money- I will not be buying from here again! read more

Was able to get nice and hot South Indian filter coffee!! Quick service and friendly owner

Based on our experience and in our opinion. Happened to visit yesterday as friends had recommended. Turned out to be a Punjabi-Bangladeshi owned establishment. Snack shelves were mostly empty while the sweet ones were fuller with Bengali sweets. The owner was pleasant and eager to please ...ordered Kumbakonam coffee as recommended by her - we asked for strong coffee. The brew came in a to-go cup with lid and not in the traditional South Indian tumbler and katori. Coffee was ok - not strong and nothing special. Also ordered several chops and sweets to go; again at the owner's recommendation, ordered a Chana chaat and fish chop to eat at the restaurant. These dishes were delicious - spicy, fresh and tasty. The sweets were okay; nothing special, but expensive. The whole affair set us back $57, including taxes and tips - pricey for the quality and quantity on offer. Would visit again mainly for the excellent chops, nothing else; coffee was meh. read more

Drove to try their Madras filter coffee and instead of glasses they advertised online, it was just in a regular to go cup - but the taste- was so bad. It tasted nothing like the filter coffee, nor was it made as such and instead, it was just a regular machine coffee from any run of the mill 7 eleven etc. Such a disappointment and waste of money. read more

Hello! My mom and our family would come here on the weekends and we heard that there is a new owner. Congrats!! This is our favorite filtered coffee place, but Selah and I had mango lassi while we played jenga. This place has some fun board games too! read more

Really looking forward to the place when I read the reviews. The place was a bit dirty when we walked in. I wanted some of their K degree coffee. It was literally Folgers in a jar. It had no specialty in it. And for $4 I will not come back to this place. Also the pastries they had all were from Kroger's or Walmart in the same packaging. Would be nice to have actual Indian or Bengal sweets as advised. read more

Went in today with my in-laws and had the kuboconam coffee that everyone raves about. It had butter in it which made it tastier, in addition to rendering all the health benefits. I still love the chai though! As said before, it's a quaint place with bouts of bustling and busyness. The free WiFi is a plus and overall, a nice little coffee shop serving excellent coffees and teas to its fellow Houstonians! read more

Bengal Cafe & Sweets Coffee House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

The kumbakodam degree coffee at this location is one of the best coffee in Houston. I wish they served some better snacks to go with that. But honestly, I don't mind going there over and over, just for a cup of coffee. read more

Owners are very nice and food was delicious. Will be going back. I recommend this cafe to everyone I speak too.

I tried a few items off the menu and I left satisfied. Their aloo samosa and chutney is crisp, packed with flavor, and wholesome and I'm not even a big fan of aloo samosas. Kumbakonam coffee is a must have, no doubt. I think its the most popular coffee on the menu, its sweet and strong. Joe, the man who works the counter is friendly and welcoming. The pani puri and channa chat were different compared to what you would be served at Udipi cafe. My favorite items from this trip would be the Kumbakonam coffee and the keema puffs that are made Mondays only. read more

I don't believe that they have a wide variety of coffee, but their hallmark coffee that I keep getting over & over is absolutely delectable and affordable. So affordable that one time, I also ordered about a half dozen of their treats in a tasting sample frenzy & they were all amazing. Quick heads up to some: some desserts are moist & so beware if you're not into that type of thing. Now for the environment - this is what I'm talking about for a cafe! Their seats swivel & roll, they are super comfortable, table space is moderate, and outlets are plenty. Def would recommend coming here if you're looking to get real work done while sipping on delicious, hot coffee & snacking on tasty treats. You can also tell this place is local because we've seen the same barista each time we came. He's very attentive when he's manning the counter. When I ordered all those treats, he patiently explained to me which ones I should get & why. However, there was one time that we did get kicked out at 2018 when it was supposed to close at 2100. We do understand because it was slow & it was just us 2 doing work, but it did cut into our productivity. It's just difficult finding a late-night cafe in Houston. read more

I had been hearing great reviews from all of my Bengali family friends to go and check out this bangin' coffee which I honestly wasn't that excited about! This super delicious South Indian Coffee did not dissappoint, it was absolutely delicious and so much better than your $6-7 Starbucks which has no flavor compared to this. The owner, Sajib uncle is very helpful and kind and takes the time to explain things on this menu. He has another store (All Bengal Sweets & Snacks) on Bellaire Blvd. where he sells authentic Bangladeshi food, hilsa fish, goat and chicken curry, samosa's, chaat, etc. It's one of the only places in Houston you can really get authentic Bengali food for a affordable and decent price. You will find the sweets at both locations. I've tried the sweets at All Bengal Sweets & Snacks but they're essentially the same. +Chom Chom- Mmm Mmm Mmm! Hands down, my favorite Bengali sweet. It is a off-white colored sweet. The best store bought mishti I have ever had. Beats all of that packaged nonsense I've had from other Indian stores. +Kala Jamun- Delicious! It's just like the Chom Chom, except a more black-maroon colors. +Rosgolla- Spongy, sweet deliciousness! If you're wanting to try a Bengali sweet, go for this one. Most traditional! +Jelabi- I love jelabi! Try this one; it's yummy! +Samosa- I have had these samosa's since I was young and I'm pretty picky about samosa's. A good samosa should have other veggies besides potatoes, and this one does which is what makes it so good! Get it because it tastes amazing with coffee or tea! What I've had here: + Kumbakonam Degree Coffee- My dad got this and I tried some and I really wanted to just drink all of it, it was so good. It's milky, sweet, and yummy yummy all in one cup! The brown sugar isn't overpowering; it's just perfect. Next time I go, I'm getting this! + Madras Coffee- My mom got this one and of course, I had to try it! It seemed to taste a tad less stronger than the Kumbakonam Degree. It was also equally delicious and I would probably struggle to pick between the two on what to get next time! + Mysore Coffee- My dad's friend got this, and although I didn't try it, he said it was awesome and that he would get it again! + Eye-Eye Tea (A savory blend of Masala Chai and Expresso)- The best Indian chai I've had. It was so good; I was kind of blown away. It has a lot of ginger and masala, so if that's not your thing, go for the coffee's. ++ Make sure they make it with the sugar; it won't taste the same without it. They make their coffee's and tea's with brown sugar so it's light and you can really taste the flavor of the coffee/tea. Service: Since they have one really expensive coffee machine, it takes some time to make the coffee and tea's. Be patient thought, because it's so totally worth it! The guys working there are all very hospitable and will cater to your needs. Ambiance: Nice and quiet, good for meetings or appointments Final Verdict: Going back for the coffee deliciousness! read more

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I stumbled upon this place by accident while walking around hillcroft avenue. Walked in, expecting an empty coffeeshop, and was pleasantly suprised that it was nearly completely full! A good sign, right off the bat. I noticed a small area with cold and hot snacks. I ordered a 6oz coffee for $3.00 and a piece of meat samosa. The cook (manager? He was making the hot snacks) gave me an entire sample of the veggie samosa. The coffee was absolutely heavenly. I asked for splenda, rather than sugar, but it tasted like this creamy, spiced concoction of nirvana. As soon as it cooled enough, I downed it like a shot. I should have sipped it, but I never did have very good self-control. Then came the meat samosa. The crunchiness factors were pretty good. And the veggie was just so freshly made. I walked back and ordered another order of samosa and 2 of these little crab wonton things (Special that day was 2 for $1). Chomped it down and next thing I knew, I had another empty plate. I'm not going to lie, i would have absolutely went back and had thirds, but I had another appointment to head to so I had to head out. Will I be back here and get that third portion? Oh yeah. For sure. And I recommend you give this place a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

Bengal Cafe & Sweets Coffee House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

Best Indian coffee I've had in Houston HANDS DOWN!! Instead of the filter coffee method, he uses an espresso machine, adds brown sugar and steamed milk. He imports his coffees from South India and they're absolutely delicious. There's light, medium, and dark roast versions. The light is kumbakonam degree coffee, medium is Madras, and dark is Mysore. I wanted to try the dark, but the owner said the light is the most popular and I'm so glad I listened to him! It was delicious and tasted exactly like filter coffee from cafes in Chennai. The place itself was quiet - the owner was really nice and was happy to answer any questions we had. Will definitely be back every time I'm in Houston. read more

I don't live in Houston, but whenever I am in town I am looking for a good place to settle and do work for a while. This may be my new favorite spot. No frills/unassuming, very homey, comfy seating, and warm (temperature and ambiance). The owner was lovely. The masala chai and samosa we ordered were tasty, hot, and didn't break the bank. We didn't get any sweets, but they looked really good. Will definitely be back! read more

Sometimes you just crave a nice chai and this is the spot for me! I've lived in this area for 10+ years and just 2 years ago discovered this gem. No frills, friendly staff, and for $4 you get a nice 16oz chai. read more

Fantastic coffee and chai and good wifi. My friends and I debate which is better the chai or the coffee, which is to say all are Delicious. This is the only place in Texas that I know of that I can get this type of coffee. Every time I am in Houston I make sure to rush over and get a degree coffee. read more

Ok, so I am bengali and was looking for some authentic fare. The chom chom and Rasgulla are not bad at all but definitely did not make me swoon like the ones in India too. But again, I guess that expectation is a bit much. We got the degree coffee which was pretty good. All in all, not a bad experience but nothing ooh- aah worthy either. read more

I don't get the hype about the coffee. Maybe I caught them on a bad day Cuz what I landed in my cup was milk with a hint of coffee. Gross. Three stars Cuz the samosa is nice, the staff is nice. Coffee, not so much. read more

Last week I visited this place very first time. was very excited about there vegetable samosa. they told me samosas are just made half an hour ago. i bought 12 and was going to treat my family. samosa were old, soggy, uncooked , had bitter taste seems the oil was very old and bitter which the fried the samosas. we were very disappointed and had no choice but to trash them. when i called All Bengal coffee the person i spoke didn't even apologies and said they don't care about the review. bad bad service , don't recommend , such waste of money & time read more

I regretted not ordering a bigger cup of degree coffee from here. This is my first Indian coffee house, and in fact, I did not even know what Indian coffee was until I found this on Yelp. However, All Bengal has definitely converted me to a fan of Indian coffee! The signature degree coffee is quite an experience. The coffee itself was bold and yet possessed a subtle spiciness, and was augmented by the embracing sweetness of condensed milk without being overwhelming. Many coffee houses in Houston's oversaturated market tote uniqueness in ethnicity and whatnot, but All Bengal totes with its truly unique coffee! I found my new favorite coffee place, and I recommend you to pick up a cup of degree coffee from here as well! The prices are reasonable ($3 for 12 oz), the wifi is free, and every table has couch chairs. That's right: couch chairs! Even if All Bengal serve ****, I would come just for the couch chairs. read more

So I've been here twice now & I have to say....I LOVE this place! The atmosphere is pretty chill & can be quiet enough for some studying/working, but it does get busy w/ ppl coming in & getting drinks to go. There is a decent selection of snacks, both sweet & savory. I have yet to sample all that they have to offer, however I have been very happy with the food I've ordered. I am personally a fan of the masala chai, but from what I've heard the coffee is pretty good here as well. The staff seems to be fairly small, but it doesn't affect the service at all, which has been prompt & friendly on both of my visits. My only gripe is that I don't live closer! I would MUCH rather hang out here than a Starbucks (and I LIKE Starbucks!) I highly recommend giving this place a try if you're looking for some tasty snacks or a piping hot cup of coffee....or chai! :) read more

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First of all let me just say the staff members are remarkable and super friendly so they made the visit extremely welcoming and enjoyable. Loved that they made an effort to make conversation with us. I had the Kumbhakonam Degree Coffee according to staff it is a huge hit with customers and rightfully so...I can see why it is a fan favorite. The blend was smooth, delightful, and not at all bitter to drink...I can honestly say it made my heart happy drinking. We got there close to closing time so a lot of the sweets were pretty much sold out...which to me means that it is a fairly obvious sign that the things on their menu are more than likely all delicious...that being said I will be back and maybe earlier in the day so I can for sure try a different blend of their coffee and some other of their yummy treats! read more

This is a the place in Houston for authentic bengali sweets like chom chom or ras kadam. It aslo is a good place for coffee or tea. I like their "eye-eye" tea. The snacks are tasty and cheap. They have fish chops at $1. However, the service is very slow, so be prepared to wait. read more

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5 stars on the coffee. Came with my family visiting Houston for the weekend and we got one of each kind (they have three different roasts of coffee). The vibe is quiet and chill; maybe some music would help liven things. Price for quantity is reasonable and the taste of the coffee is strong and satisfying. The young barista was very talented and knowledgeable. Better than Starbucks any day. read more

I never knew what Indian coffee was until I visited this place, and honestly I feel like I've really been missing out for the past 23 years of my life. I walked in to an empty cafe that smelled of spices and coffee, always a good sign. The man at the cashier simply asked what kind of coffee I'm into (light roasted) and how sweet I like my desserts (semi-sweet) and presented me with an amazing combination of perfectly rich coffee and two small semi-sweet Indian desserts(?). I'm not even sure what I got, which is unfortunate because I'll have to rediscover what I like there next time, but it was amazing. They also serve some small snacks, in case you want something a bit more savory. I need to go back and bring all of my friends so that they too can finally experience life. Also, they have wifi and comfy couch chairs. Theres no excuse to not visit it at least once. read more

If you are in the Hilcroft area looking for a place to get some work done or have a chat with a friend, I highly recommend All Bengal Sweets. I LOVE the Kumbakonam Degree coffee. It's definitely much sweeter than the coffee I usually drink, but not overwhelmingly so. It's very smooth. Also, I have enjoyed their vegetable samosas several times and they are amazing. I'm a student so I spend many hours studying at coffee shops all over Houston. I have come into this coffee shop several times and one the of employees (or owner, not really sure) is always very accommodating and happy to have me there. No matter cultural background, you will feel welcome at this coffee shop. Some of their younger employees, who tend to work in the evenings, are less helpful and not as willing to explain to menu or make recommendations. Overall though, I definitely recommend trying it out. I have brought many different friends here and they have all really enjoyed it. read more

What a great place! Such a friendly staff! They took the time to explain their options. Definitely coming back again. They even have movies playing on a big screen that haven't been released yet. The chom dessert was pretty good not too sweet. Sorry if I mispelled it. =) An true Indian gem. Beautiful people, great coffee. read more