There's no sugarcoating my feelings for Borderland; an absolute wonderful coffee shop where you can…read moreget tasty coffee, pastries, listen to eccentric music, and purchase unique gifts. Finding the place thanks to YELP, I went here nearly every day during my week 1 Laredo work trip where they made my peppermint latte perfectly every time. You'll find yourself laughing, cringing, then laughing again at the display of mugs and artifacts with their creative sayings and IDGAF attitude. I was so captivated upon seeing it that I bought a mug from them since the message about sarcasm on the mug called my name. I may purchase another one there next time I find myself in Laredo. Impressive Borderland!

I always love supporting local! Having to travel for work, I get tired of eating at franchises... I…read morelearned that early on in my travels. This is why I got into Yelp in the first place. This coffee place was a great find. The hotel I stayed at had a tear off pad of local coffees and a self taken coffee tour in support of Laredo tourism. The vibe was great, and the baristas were friendly. I asked for a cortado which was not on the menu and they had no problems making it. That's when I know they are a real barista. The baked items are self serve and included biscotti and muffins. Every ounce of this coffee spot oozed creativity and uniqueness. There was so much to take in and absorb. Enjoyed this spot and encourage a try to anyone traveling into Laredo for work. Will definitely be back.

Gloria's coffee is the perfect spot to catch up with friends! I highly recommend the japanese…read moreduvalin; it is a unique, delicious blend of creamy and caffeine. The baristas are great and will remember your order and name after just a couple days! Although many prople use this space for work, I would not recommend Gloria's coffee bar for work. It has few plugs, its a bit cold in the space, and it lacks computer friendly seating. Gloria's, however, is the perfect spot for a rainy day, after a run, to talk with friends, and so so many more valuable activities.

I only have amazing things to say about this place. I have been a loyal customer of Jenny since she…read morestarted selling her coffee brews at JuJuice. The vanilla lavender coffee hooked me and her eccentric seasonal menus keep me coming back to Laredo! Beautiful decor and plenty of books in the shop to entertain yourself.

Great place to grab some coffee, especially if you stay at one of the two hotels on lot. Walked in…read moreand it was a very nice chill place with soft music playing loud enough where you can still enjoy and have a conversation. The menu was easy to read and not all that sugar found in Starbucks. Had a regular iced vanilla latte and sugar free vanilla latte. They both tasted very d Great place to grab some coffee, especially if you stay at one of the two hotels on lot. Walked in and it was a very nice chill place with soft music playing loud enough where you can still enjoy and have a conversation. The menu was easy to read and not all that sugar found in Starbucks. Had a regular iced vanilla latte and sugar free vanilla latte. They both tasted very delicious. The barista was nice and helpful. They only have one sugar free syrup which is vanilla.

How odd is it that this is both an excellent cup of coffee and an optometrist's office? Walking in…read moreyou see a small dining area decorated in the earth tones of the south west. Seating for maybe a dozen. But the back looks like more seating. Upon further investigation you will find an optometrist office complete with a wall of glasses frames. The very pleasant barista said they are both owned by the doctor and you get a free drink with an exam. Would recommend for the coffee. An eye exam will have to wait for another day.

Large iced Mexican vanilla latte w oat milk. Super chill cafe vibes, good music, comfy couch!!read more

Coffee was great always good friendly service when I go visit Laredo…read more Definitely 5 stars

First the good: The baked goods are AWESOME! We have tried…read morethe olive oil cake, croissant bread pudding, chocolate almond croissant, cookies, and several others. Get some and don't share! The avocado toast was good but seemed overpriced. The bad: Lots of the items in the case are not properly labeled and you can't always tell what they are or what's in them. The staff can be unfriendly and aren't able to describe what's in the case either.

Seat yourself and order at the counter. The place is bigger than it looks from the outside, but not…read morebig enough. It was busy! You walk into a huge assortment of fresh baked goods that were no doubt delicious. We found a table and ordered some drinks while we waited for the rest of our group. I had a hot dirty chai. It was sweet and tasty, but not hot enough. I'm thinking the iced would have been better. No stars removed though because when the food came, I was blown away. I ordered the lox on sourdough and a side salad. The plate was beautifully presented. I dug into the salad first and OMG! The dressing was magical. It was bursting with fresh flavors, bright lemon zest, maybe a hint of Dijon. It was so good. I'm would order the salad over and over if I could, but salads aren't on the menu. The main course was equally mind blowing. The bread was soft and chewy, the salmon was accompanied by lots of capers, dill, cream cheese, and cucumbers. It was a perfect combination. My other complaint is that they don't open earlier, but I also don't live here so I can't be too mad. I will visit again!

Loved their iced coffees! Checked this place out ion March 31st, the place was a bit dark but nice,…read morethe coffee was really good, the service fast and courteous.

Walked there from la posada hotel. Opens a bit late for a coffee shop but good coffee with lots of…read moreoptions on menu. Great indoor vibes and helpful barista as well

I wrote this for a class assignment back in 2014 I called it a "Healthy Gem In Downtown Laredo" and…read moreI happen to stumble across it today in 2022 and decided to post it as a review. Everything stated was base off of my experience, I hope you find it useful. If you are looking for a great place to grab a bite other than Mcdonald's or any other fast food joint, you have to stop by Caffe Dolce. It's the place to be during your lunch hour or just to grab a bite to go. Luckily for me as I am currently attending Laredo Community College its close by. The overall look from the outside is similar to an older cottage home in New Orleans, around the French quarter area; it definitely does not feel like it's in Laredo. Its on a main street and its surrounded by trees. There's also an outside porch with such beautiful scenery feels like home, if the weather was right it would be a perfect spot to study or even hang out with a few friends outside. Let me start off with my experience at Caffe Dolce , the service was outstanding, restaurant looked very clean. Since it was my first time eating there, I wasn't sure what to try so I asked the cashier and he was so detailed with each selection on the menu I wanted to order everything! Every single item on the menu was healthy. The overall feeling of the discovered gem was really relaxing, as I waited for my food I looked at the art they had on display to be honest the art wasn't really my cup of tea but it was done right, I mean the details in the artwork was astounding who would've thought Laredo had such talent hidden away in downtown. My food came out pretty quick, I was able to smell the herbs used the aroma infused my my area, the presentation was unique I ordered a Panini "MAT" which consisted of Mozzarella, Asparagus and Turkey on a croissant. I felt not only good about my choice but the price was right. Also knowing that it was healthy also made me feel even better about trying Caffe Dolce. I also tried their all-natural cucumber lemonade and let me tell you it was so refreshing and tasty I was able to taste the lemon and the cucumber, and for me that's key in knowing that it is as natural as they say trust me I can tell, Anyhow It was paired up perfectly with the weather and my Panini.The order also came with a side, which was a pasta salad covered with pesto sauce looked delicious I couldn't wait to taste it . Once I took my first bite I knew I was eating something out of this world. Not only was it delicious the food is superb!, it was very satisfying to all my taste buds, words just can't describe all the flavors that my tongue was experiencing, my belly was happy and i was satisfied as i'm writing this as i remember my mouth is getting watery! I honestly felt as if I discovered a gem in Laredo abesides the normal tacos and more tacos it was different than just any restaurant in downtown. As I sat there and enjoyed my juicy Panini I was able to relax and read my Grassroots book, the waiter was also pretty discreet not to interrupt me but he still stopped by to see if I needed anything. I have to tell you if you are in the downtown area you have to stop by caffe Dolce it's a must! Trust me you will not regret the atmosphere is perfect for both young and older adults, I really hope that this business stays around for many years to come. I will definitely be a returning customer.

The food was delicious. I got the tomato soup, sweet poppy chicken, and pasta salad…read more Unfortunately the service of the lady that assisted me was poor. She was rude. I don't expect a smile, to each their own, BUT I was asking questions about the menu, and she would just walk away. I made the line, I waited for my turn for her to make it seem as I was giving her more work or being a bother. I didn't get her name but she is the skinny girl. In addition, the establishment is small, so there is no door between the kitchen and the counter, so the blender was heard. With the blender noise and the customers talking; I couldn't hear/understand the employee. HORRIBLE!! Lastly, this is MY 2 cents, the decor found on the table is nice YET the wall decor are not appropriate for the establishment. No need to have frames that say Just DIY... especially when your customers are from all areas and stop by to the establishment to enjoy a meal despite what is transpiring in life or having lost someone by suicide. There is a snack place right next door. That one is AMAZING!

El Quinto Sol was such a pleasant surprise to find in Laredo. As an all-vegetarian restaurant, it…read moreimmediately stood out to me because I don't always expect to find places like this outside of larger metro areas. But this visit reminded me that smaller cities can have really diverse, inclusive, and thoughtful food scenes too. The menu has so much to choose from. There are plenty of classic plant-based American-style dishes, but what I loved most was the large selection of Hispanic-inspired options, including tacos, burrito bowls, and other dishes that felt connected to the region. I ordered the fishless tacos, which came with three tacos filled with soy-based "fish," purple cabbage, avocado, and chipotle sauce, served with a bowl of lentil soup. It was a massive and very filling meal, especially with the protein, avocado, and soup. The space itself was clean, spacious, and inviting without being overdone. It was pretty busy when I went for lunch on a Friday, which was great to see. They also brought out a small complimentary appetizer with chips, nopales, spicy tomato salsa, and a sprinkle of cheese, which was a fun and flavorful start to the meal. Needless to say, I couldn't finish everything. I ate the tacos but had to leave some of the lentil soup because it was just so much food. They also have frozen yogurt and desserts, plus an area with packaged products you can buy to take home. I even noticed advertisements for El Quinto Sol at the airport, so it seems like they're a well-known local staple. I'm really glad a restaurant that caters to vegetarian diets is thriving in the community, and I think it's a huge asset to Laredo.

I've only been here twice for the froyo. It's so delicious and a much welcome treat on these hot…read moredays. The drive thru attendants are usually fast and friendly. The yogurt has that perfect level of tartness that pairs so well with the sweet toppings. I chose cajeta, banana, and coconut. It was perfect. My complaint is that it's not served with a lid or anything to keep the goodies from falling all over your lap.