Stepped in for a quick coffee and snack and to read for a bit so I grabbed a beef chimichurri empanada and a cappuccino with churro syrup and it was the perfect little treat! The empanadas is baked so the pastry is crisp and flaky, it was amply stuffed with beef so it was pretty satisfying. The meat is seasoned with chimichurri and it also comes with chimichurri on the side as a condiment which was delicious and had a perfect acidic punch. The cappuccino with the churro syrup was a perfect addition, it had a light cinnamon flavor and added just the perfect amount of sweetness to my cappuccino. read more

El Porton Coffee - Beef chimichurri empanada and a churro cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This adorable coffee shop is located in a busy shopping center. The place itself is a little sanctuary. Very quiet with a clean, fresh, airy ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a taro latte and raspberry croissant. My fella ordered a ham and cheese croissant and his usual drinks. We enjoyed the coffee drinks thoroughly. My taro latte was phenomenal. It had a mild sweetness that was delicious. The croissant was flaky and buttery, but I wanted more raspberry. The ham and cheese was yummy as well. Great offerings. Only today did I realize you can get a growler of coffee. Had I known this, my life would have been different this past week. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]As you pull up, you question if it's open. It's warm lighting. Gives it a chill and relax atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We got a cortado, pretty good, A cubano con leche. The Cubano con leche was really really good. Third drink we had was a Salvadoran orchata cold brew (hot). Really really good! Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Will be returning. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Just tried this cute hidden gem in Casa Linda and it was lovely![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The owners are siblings from El Salvador so they have really creative syrup flavors and great beans! [[HIGHLIGHT]]This shop is surprisingly spacious![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]And it was very quiet when I went in, I would think a great place to study or read![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They also have ceramics and art from local artists.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would definitely recommend giving this place a try, it's near the Albertsons tucked into Casa Linda! read more

El Porton Coffee - Beautiful ceramics for sale and ample seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I met up with a co-worker here for coffee recently. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a quaint little shop on the corner in a strip mall on the northeast corner of Garland Rd and Buckner. It has a lot of character, obvious from the moment you walk in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The colors, the plants, the openness of it - it makes you feel like you're at your neighbor's house for coffee![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the living room look, with mismatched seating, along with a small area for the little ones to keep occupied.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I tried a muffin, which was very good. Smaller than other shops. Later I purchased a raspberry danish to take home, which wasn't near as good as it looked, but not bad. The staff member behind the counter offered to heat it up for me. My latte was fair, I'd probably just stick to regular coffee next time. It's a nice place and I will return, go try it for yourself! read more

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I love visiting unique coffee shops, and this Salvadorian spot is becoming one of my favorites! Not only do they have some distinct flavors/syrups, they even serve fresh pupusas on occasion! I got the Buñuelos Latte which was different for me, but it was so so good and the syrup was house made! The staff are also always very knowledgeable, and make you feel at home. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This spot may look small on the outside, but it's rich in culture and truly a hidden gem![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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I was really impressed by El Portón. I got a cortado and a beef empanada. Both items were priced reasonably and were very well done. The cortado was one of the best I have ever had. The staff were friendly and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambiance was solid with plenty of seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My only complaint was that the wait time on both items was fairly steep (maybe 20 min). Despite the wait, I fully plan on coming back and would call this one of the best coffee shops in Dallas. read more

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I got the iced lavender latte which was good but nothing special in my opinion. I also got the western empanada which was good, but again nothing super special. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is really cute and cozy. Tons of spaces to sit.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The barista was also kind! read more

El Porton Coffee - Iced lavender latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I really loved this little coffee shop. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe is cozy and cute![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I loved the decor and color scheme.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They had a decent amount of seating in my opinion and a couple nice sized tables for a group of 4.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The servers were kind and the food/drinks were good. I'd definitely visit again! read more

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My favorite drink to order here is the blue matcha with almond milk, the strawberry lemon muffin is also very good. The staff are always nice and [[HIGHLIGHT]]there are a few places to sit, some single tables and a cozy couch area![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Good lighting if you are a coffee shop reader![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

This is my favorite coffee shop in Dallas hands down. Really good coffee AND matcha which is hard to find a place that does both that good. Also the empanadas are sooo good. I need to try everything cause I have yet to be disappointed read more

El Porton Coffee - Iced vanilla matcha, iced vanilla latte, beef empanada and chorizo and egg empanada - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

If you're looking for a delicious coffee shop, El Portón is the one for you! I had to go back for their Horchata Cold Brew. We also tried their empanadas and pupusas and chocolate pastry. They were a 10/10. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside is spacious and feels just like home.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] & the staff is super sweet and always makes sure our drinks taste perfect!! read more

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I'm glad I stumbled across this hidden gem of a coffee shop! Had no problems with parking as El Porton Coffee is located in a plaza. The inside is beautiful! Lots of plants and personalized decor. There is a decent amount of seats for both work/study and socializing. The baristas were very nice. I ordered the Tres Leches Coconut Latte. It had a great flavor, although if I had to nitpick, I wish there was just a tad less milk. I would definitely come back again and recommend others to try this awesome coffee shop! read more

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Absolutely love!! A friend recommended this place and it did not dissapoint ‍ I got the calabaza latte and the calabaza cream cheese pastry along with a beef empanada read more

El Porton Coffee - Cream cheese + calabaza pastry, calabaza latte, beef empanada - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

el patron is a lovely café. the owners are kind and the decor is cozy. definitely loved the bites and drinks. i ordered the summer nostalgia.. kinda wish the apricot notes shined through more, but the espresso was smooth and very easy to drink. i am definitely adding el patron to my coffee rotation because who needs starbucks when you have a locally owned and beautifully styled coffee shop like this!!! #ditchstarbucks read more

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It was a great experience!! I took a few minutes to review the speciality menu. I selected the Salvadoran Horchata cold brew with oat milk. I enjoyed it because it was not very sweet. The spice was good! read more

El Porton Coffee - Horchata Latte with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This is a quaint little place! It's very clean and the gals working were nice and quick making my coffee. I really enjoyed my mocha latte (with skim milk). What a treat! I'd recommend this coffee shop if you want somewhere to go to study or read! read more

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I really enjoyed my 12oz taro latte with oat milk ($6.50) and beef empanada ($4). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cafe area was clean and comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was a little slow since they were pretty busy, and some of the staff seemed new or in training. Also a little disorganized - my friend paid for a pastry and was told about 7 min later that they were actually out of the one she ordered. Love the variety of drinks and food available. Would definitely come back when I'm in the area! read more

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This place is super cute and aesthetically pleasing! I used to frequent when they first opened and decided to stop in after a pool day, the pastries caught my eye and I got the raspberry danish and a honey lavender latte. The coffee itself is really good and very well priced, the pastry was sooooo so good and huge! My only reason for four stars is the staff were not very friendly and a bit cold, the gal at the register just stared at me until I ordered and just went "okay" and pointed at the reader. Just overall a bit awkward but I'll still be back for the coffee. read more

Such a wonderful local coffee shop. You can really sense the pride they have in being small business owners. The coffee always taste so fresh, and while they don't always have the most extensive menu of "creative" drinks, they are brilliant at what they do serve. 5 Stars! read more

They were all really sweet and I love how informative they are being with the community. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Loved the vibe and the coffee was really top tier.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

El Porton is one of those places I love slipping into when I want something more than "just coffee." [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the moment I walk in, the smell of freshly roasted beans, the warm lighting, and the friendly smiles make me feel at ease.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The drinks surprise me--there's creativity (hello, taro latte & Salvadoran horchata cold brew) but nothing feels forced. Pastries and empanadas? Always a treat. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's cozy, artistic, and feels like the kind of café that cares, not just about speed but about making something worth savoring[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

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Coffee was one of the better ones out there. Not my favorite but thats quite tough these days. The options are plentiful so I need to come back sometime . The cream cheese and berry pastery I went during their buy drink get it half off was AMAZING. They got it sligthly warmed up and I saw my friend get their burrito cut and warmed up which was extra nice service. The interior is pretty and I love the whole theme of the place. read more

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This coffee shop is really cool. Nice chill vibes on a Saturday morning. Plenty of cozy spots to sit. It's nice clean, open and airy. Service: I was nervous about coming do to other reviewers mentioning the lack of service but I found the baristas to be very warm and inviting. Food: I ordered the mango hibiscus ice tea and it's delicious and refreshing. The bacon egg and cheese empanada was light fluffy and delicious. I would definitely come back. read more

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Lovely coffee shop in the Casa Linda shopping center. This is a clean, open, well decorated space. Lots of small study tables, one cozy sofa, some seating at the bar and a few sidewalk tables - there's plenty of choice spots to relax here. They even have a room you can reserve for group meetings. I had a black coffee and it was crisp and tart with hints of apple. I'll definitely have to come back to try some of their espresso drinks. They've got a small selection of very generously proportioned pastries - a single cheese danish could easily be split between 2 or 3 people, or could serve as a pretty decadent meal. read more

El Porton Coffee - Relaxing decor. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I've been meaning to try this place for a minute. It's close to White Rock Lake. There were rumors of a Coffee Flight. I called ahead about the flight. Success! They're back! Masks asked to be worn while traveling to and from your table. The ambiance was charming af: plants everywhere and jazz music overhead. There's a tea menu and food menu (empanadas and all-day Breakfast burritos). Food menu even has GF options! Ample parking in the Casa Linda strip. There's WiFi. Plenty of plug spots and places to sit. A room, for private meetings in the back. Coffee flight lived up to its word- divine. I hope to be back to try their delish-sounding flavored lattes. Enjoy! read more

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The place is nice, not really a lot going on. I ordered a burrito and it was brought to me. the burrito was pre made so they just heated it up, not bad. I was welcomed in and they gave me time to look at the menu so service was great. The inside decor is nice. read more

El Porton Coffee - breakfast bacin burrtito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Hidden gem! Stumbled upon this place to study and get a matcha fix and was not disappointed. I got the blue matcha latte which I believe they use spirulina for the vibrant color. I thoroughly enjoyed my drink. The shop is cute and cozy. Perfect place to study. Definitely will be back. read more

the Taro Latte was amazing!! And the cashier was very patient and kind, [[HIGHLIGHT]]super cute cafe as well![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My new Must Stop when I come to Dallas now read more

El Porton Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

It was my first time in so everything is based off of a first impression. The aesthetic seems to have a bit of a latin influence so its super cool inside. Their music is playing lightly in the background so it's a great place to work if you need a bit more of a quiet setting. The service was great, since it was my first time I asked the lady behind the counter what she recommended. She recommended the Bonbon and I absolutely loved it! The Bonbon is a stronger coffee, so if you like super sweet coffee I'd avoid it! For my taste, the coffee was absolutely incredible and I will definitely be back for more! read more

El Porton Coffee - front - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Everything about this place is pleasing: the coffee and tea, the pastries and savory edibles, the vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The sweet staff! [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is the un-Starbucks, where the spirit of commercialism is absent and the spirit of life is evident.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Real plants, wooden tables and chairs, cloth/upholstered, sofas, I gather the owners are Salvadoran?[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Pleasing art is displayed, subtle music plays softly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Prices are quite fair! This place will not disappoint. read more

I ordered a café mocha and it was really good. Definitely go support this small business! Owner operator. The owner made my coffee. Someone broke into his coffee shop last night/early morning, damaged his property, and stole from him. Even though I'm sure he's having a really bad morning which was evident from the glass all over the floor in his shop, he still had a great attitude. read more

Very cute cafe. I liked the empanadas & the friendliness of the staff. I also got the almond croissant which was soooo good. Parking was easy but I would suggest that they should have more nearby outlets for those who are on computers and stay there for a while. They also have a room that you can reserve and pay by hour for business meetings or more which was nice & unique. read more

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A wonderful addition to East Dallas, El Porton offers delicious coffee and unique pastries wrapped up in a quaint little shop. I'm giving the coffee and shop itself four stars, though the coffee is really five stars - everything else is less than four stars so I decided to meet in the middle. While the coffee is great, no matter the time of the day or how many people (or not) are also in the shop, the staff does their best to never greet you, they avoid eye contact and act put out that you're taking moments from their day away. I've been going here for over well over a year and a half since they opened and it never changes. I even started ordering online through Clover in hopes of an easier and more enjoyable experience but even with that, it's less than stellar. Today I was the only one in the shop, had placed my order ahead of the time and come to the pick up counter like it says to in the order instructions and still I stood there for 5-7 minutes while the two baristas checked their phone, played around with the music playing in the cafe, and I guess wiped down the machines or something? Really anything they could do to avoid me. It happens every. single. time. I just think when you're charging almost $8 for this small, albeit delicious coffee, that a simple hello come along with it. Unfortunately, the service will be the reason El Porton eventually loses my business which totally sucks because it's preventable. read more

El Porton Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This was my first time at this coffee shop. I had an iced americano and chocolate croissant, and they were both excellent. The shop is super cute and quiet. It's a great place to have a cup of coffee. read more

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Not a place I would return to. Empanadas were halfway cooked and wait times are painful. If you have time to wait then this place works otherwise you may want to check out another local coffee place read more

Wish I had tried them sooner in my Dallas visit. The tiramisu hot latte was delicious. Bonus stars for gluten free snack options. Coffee cake was yummy. Staff were so incredibly friendly. Inside was cute and cost. I would have worked from here one day had I found it sooner! read more

Visited this coffee today for the 1st time, it was 8am and there was only 2other customers in the coffee shop but nobody welcomed me in. The coffee is pretty good but I would suggest requesting your coffee low foam. The prices are very good and I am so happy this new coffee shop is open in the area. Trying new places is always about the experience and how they make you feel. I would come back for coffee but I would not stay around. Also my order got mixed up and nobody apologized. Coffee is 4+ stars, Service to the customers is 2 stars. read more

El Porton Coffee - Large Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I was super surprised to find this hidden gem! Inside is super cute and cozy, perfect for my long day of studying. The staff is super friendly and very attentive to the tables, keeping it clean during our COVID-19 era. The coffee is great here! I'm an avid drinker of pour over coffee so getting the chance to try a sourced blend was fun! This place is amazing, I can't wait to come back! read more

Ordered an Americano and it was perfect! Also had a ham and cheese croissant that melted in your mouth! So glad we stopped by. Friendly fast service, very clean and relaxing place. Great ambiance! read more