This is my favorite store among all the Merit Coffee shops. The building itself is unique and it is also a historic site with great history. Upon entering the store, you see a great selection of Merit products to your left, including sweatshirts, t-shirts, caps, bags, and ofc coffee beans. The baristas are super sweet and helpful when we asked for drinks recs. My all-time favorite from this place is their iced matcha strawberry drinks :) Highly recommend! read more

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Coffee & pastry time, no line at 9am, I had a almond croissant...no pic couldn't wait to devour it!!! It was good sized with crispy with almonds on top and in the middle was a fantastic almond shmear, it was so good I ate it as slow as possible to enjoy every minute of it but no still no pics. Sorry...he had the cream cheese bagel and enjoyed it. That cream cheese has to be homemade it had pieces of strawberries in it! Yummm! The coffee was great a bit to strong for him but ohhhh so perfect for me!! I drank his for him, why waste a good thing. read more

Merit Coffee - Strawberry Cream cheese bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Cool Austin coffee shop located in a historic building. Indoor/outdoor seating. Plenty of drink options and fresh pastries. I visited on a Monday afternoon, and the only bummer was that every table inside was taken by someone working on a laptop. I guess it's a good place to get some work done! Iced dirty chai hot the spot. read more

Merit Coffee - Located in a historic building - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great little coffee shop with quick service, typically available seating (great workspace), and great beverages! A little on the priciest side, but the quality is good. read more

Merit Coffee - Affogato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

One of the best coffees I've had, and it's super cool vibes in there. I had the cortado. read more

Merit Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Best coffee in Austin! I'm not sure how they do it but there must be magic in their beans. Service is great but there is ALWAYS a line out the door. Order ahead if you can, or just wait because it moves pretty quick. Inside and outside is your standard coffee shop, few tables and plenty of people working on laptops. read more

Friendly staff, a decent amount of seating options, and super yummy drinks! What more could you ask for? What I ordered: 12oz Iced harvest spice latte ($5.75 + $1 for oat milk) - 4.5/5 - If you like fall drinks this is for you. If you aren't the biggest fan of pumpkin, this is the drink for you. It's a delicious blend of cinnamon and other spices. Creamy and delicious. Helpful Tip - Make sure you budget enough time to get your drink. I went at 8:30 on a Tuesday morning and there was at least half a dozen people in line. I then had to wait at least 10 minutes to get my drink. Not a super big deal, but I wouldn't recommend if you are in a rush. Overall great experience! read more

Came for chai but ended up with a blackberry lemonade; the muddled blackberries are superb! I prefer my lemonade a little sweeter than tart so I added sugar. But all around cute place to do some work, chat with friends, and get a coffee pickme up. Of course a plus is indoor seating that isn't too cold! Will be back! read more

Merit Coffee - Blackberry Lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Rude customer service. Mediocre coffee Beyond lackluster. Order coffee then go outside.

I've tried various merit coffees throughout Texas including in Austin and Dallas. This is my favorite one, the baristas make the espresso to milk ratio perfect. I really get disappointed when I get handed a white coffee and get told there is two shots of expresso in there, (coffee lovers know it has to be the perfect shade of brown) and here they always get it right! Their fall drinks are amazing, I got one simple latte with almond milk and my bf got the shaken maple pecan latte which is perfect for fall! read more

Merit Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Very busy on a Saturday morning and for good reason. The coffee and hot chocolate were delicious. It is clear that care and time is put into each of their drinks. The setting is lovely with both indoor and outdoor seating - on a wrap around patio. Of course, it is right on South Lamar so the view isn't the best and the large road does make it just a little less relaxing. Also, be prepared to wait if you want indoor seating as every seat was taken, and by people who looked like they may not be moving for some time. Overall, perfect to pick up drinks on the go. read more

Went on a coffee date with my sister and we both got a lattes with caramel flavored sauce! Super great taste! The aesthetics of the cafe is super cute! read more

Merit Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I've never had a bad experience at any Merit location. After going to a diff coffee shop and being told they shut down their espresso machine 20 minutes before closing, I ran across the street and tried Merit. I had wasted time complaining to my wife about the last place so it was 5 minutes until they closed and I asked if they could still pull a shot for me. They smiled and said, "Of course! we don't close until 7:00". Of course. Delicious as always. I'm always excited when I see a Merit location in any city I'm traveling through. So kind and so good. read more

Merit Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Love Merit. This is my first time to this location and there's plenty of outdoor seating, good interior decor too. Parking lot is not huge but you should be able to find parking. Their coffee is great and I'm partial to the lattes as it is very full flavored coffee but also nice rich and creamy milk. I like to add a splash of vanilla syrup to my lattes but it's the perfect pick me up in the morning. It's not bitter at all, just sweet enough and not acidic either. Great way to start the day! read more

~ what I got ~ honey lavender latte first time visiting merit coffee! ample of outdoor and indoor seating with enough outlets to charge your electronic devices! perfect location to get work done! read more

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Incredible coffee and great ambiance. From lattes to pour overs, they do everything so well! Grab a coffee and some beans to go. I promise you will not regret your decision read more

Merit Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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PROS: + vanilla latte with breve + outdoor seating + cold brew + drip coffee + amazing beans + cute merchandise + friendly service + blueberry scone + pop tart CON: - we exist in different states Our absolute favorite coffee shop in Texas. We've been in Austin for a few days, and visited Merit over 5x :) HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! read more

Best coffee I found when visiting Austin!! They have several sites in and around Austin. I stopped by several times (a day) on my trip. Wish I had found it on my first day there. read more

Merit Coffee - a sign in front of a building - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

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What a fun spot! We're visiting Austin for the weekend and asked local friends about good coffee shops, and they told us about Merit! I got a cappuccino and an iced matcha. Baristas were very kind, quick and the coffee was delicious. Lived up to all my expectations. read more

Merit Coffee - Cappuccino and Iced Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

The coffee here was really good! It's location is a cute little house where people were sipping on coffee and or chatting outside on the porch. I got the lavender latte, and it was smooth, not bitter and not super sweet. My friends loved their coffees as well. My friend visiting bought a shirt, and I got a glass coffee cup from them. The line was long, but moved quickly and menu was easy to read and effective for keeping the line going. read more

Everyone is always really helpful when I'm feeling a tad indecisive. Have yet to try something that isn't amazing Their seasonal drinks for fall are AMAZING. Obsessed with the maple pecan shaken espresso & berry cobbler matcha. How do they do it??? Even though this location is pretty consistently busy, I've never had to wait long which is impressive. read more

Ordered a lavender latte that tasted subtle and natural. Espresso was not burnt! Yay! The overall vibe is cosy and although I was only passing through on my way to Dallas, I would definitely come here again if I'm in town. Seems like the perfect place to sit and study or just simply be... Also, dod friendly! read more

Merit Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Our experience here was very lackluster and we stopped by because it has 4 -5 stars on Yelp and we wanted to support a local business vs our usual place. The coffee was awful and tasted like chemicals and the chocolate croissant was devoid of chocolate. read more

Merit Coffee - This is the "Pain Au Chocolate" as you can see the chocolate part was VERY minimal- should be renamed "Pan No Chocolate". - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I enjoyed this place more than I thought I would. They have a good amount of parking and lots of tables to sit at which is always a plus. I got the chai latte and they made it so fast! I literally was just putting my wallet away and it was already ready. I got mine with oat milk and it was super creamy and extra delicious. I was online something about a strawberry macha one but didn't see it here, might try that next time read more

Merit Coffee - Chai latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I got a matcha latte and my friend got their house coffee. Not bad, but not really impressive either. I don't think I would return based on this drink. The matcha is made in house, with a matcha powder and bamboo whisk (so, traditionally). I appreciated that, and can really taste the matcha. That being said, the latte itself ended up being pretty watery in texture. Might have to do with the milk (non dairy milks are +$1). My drink was enjoyable but not the best I've had. My friend said the house coffee was okay, with a kind of tap-watery aftertaste. It grew on them after a while, but they didn't love it. The ambiance is nice. The inside is well decorated, and it is a comfortable place to sit, chat, and enjoy your food/drinks. Plenty of outdoor seating in addition to inside tables. read more

Just moved to the neighborhood here so I've been trying all the different coffee shops. They have a great space to lounge around and relax or just work. I usually get a matcha latte and the one here had a weird taste. I still prefer summer moon and royal blue for matcha lattes. read more

I don't often find myself at coffee shops, mainly since I get it free at my apartment, but that should change as I was satisfied with my recent visit at Merit Coffee. When you walk in, you'll immediately see that it's a cozy homey environment with the beautiful aroma of coffee in the air. As you take a look at the menu, you see that they have a wide variety to choose from depending on your mood. You could go sweet or savory, lattes or lemonades. And to that I say: why not both? I got: - Iced Matcha Latte: a good, herbal and balanced way to start your morning - Blackberry Lemonade: if you weren't awake before, you will now. This was really sweet! - Poptart: takes you back to childhood memories, but it's higher quality and is more rich in its jelly filling - Jalapeño Kolache: this ain't your typical kolache. The sausage is higher quality and more chewy with the breading being a croissant! Overall, you can't go wrong with any of the above. They still had a lot more options not seen here, so I would come back again. Since I had a great time, I give them a 4/5! read more

Merit Coffee - Iced Matcha Latte, Poptart, Blackberry Lemonade, & Kolache - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

The service was awesome! My food and cafe were ready fast and I had guidance picking out coffee beans to make cold brew. The people were cool and the location is great. read more

Merit Coffee - Double Espresso and ground coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Only good place in Austin to get matcha lattes! Their matcha is insanely good, I'm very grateful to them, especially because they use mill king milk which is compatible with my dietary needs(low temp pasteurized non homogenized grass fed milk from a local farm) I'm not sure, but I think they're the only coffee shop with this milk. The matcha is dark green and tastes absolutely amazing. I'm not sure where they source it but I feel like you can taste cheapness/ oxidized food and this tastes top quality. read more

their iced chai was not good. hard to find an empty parking spot. there's nice outdoor seating. read more

Merit Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Austin's central perk (minus the orange couch). LIFE HACK: iced matcha with water and a splash of milk, your skin will thank you. WFH and mental breakdown friendly read more

Merit Coffee - Hippie bar and a happy tea-loving uncaffeinated gabi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was pleasantly surprised that I liked this drink. I asked the person behind the counter what he recommended since caffeine gives me a headache and he was very patient and willing to help me decide on what drink to order. I ended up ordering a chai tea latte with oat milk. It was so delicious and reminded me of the milk after you had cinnamon toast crunch. My friends ordered the matcha green tea and she loved it. Thanks Merit for a great experience and my new favorite drink order!! read more

Merit Coffee - Chai Tea Latte Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

Oh it's such a nice coffee shop! I ordered Iced Caramel Latte and it was delicious! They limits the tables inside due to Covid but they have plenty of seats outside, which is awesome! What I love about this coffee shop is I felt welcomed when I was there, the staffs were very friendly! read more

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Another day in Austin, another coffee shop to go to! Honestly, prefer this location over the other ones. It felt more spacious compared to the other ones instead of feeling cramped up and worried you might hit someone. Got the iced matcha and wasn't too bad. Put a lot of simple syrup. Don't look at me like that. Very good, very happy. Tried the strawberry matcha to-go, but it felt as if the strawberry was very subtle. Definitely will just go for the matcha next time. Great that the restrooms are secure and wifi is the same password for all locations. Will say that the baristas when I went just took the order and did it, not a warm interaction, but they still made the drink, I'll give them that. read more

Good coffee, but this is one of the only coffee shops in Austin that allows dogs inside and it shows. I visited this location recently, and we could not find a seat where a dog was not hovering over us on the bench seating. To make things worse, half a dozen dogs were in the middle of the floor playing, making it difficult to navigate with a full cup of coffee. I have no issues with dogs on an outside patio; inside, it's unsanitary and inconvenient to other patrons, especially when the owners are distracted reading while their dogs are roaming. read more

Absolutely love Merit Coffee and the staff! If you are looking for one of the best cups of coffee in Texas this is the spot. Settled in a house that is a historic landmark, this cozy coffee spot is a must. Every time I go to Merit I feel so welcomed by the employees. The staff is very knowledgeable and they always have smiles on their faces. They are always so interactive and complementing when I visit. The staff and the coffee never fail to brighten my day. This is an Austin must have! Kudos to owners and management for their hard work to bring this place to the Austin community. read more

Service is great, but coffee is mid. Matcha was mid. Cool location, the drinks we got just weren't as great.

An awesome spot to sit outside and enjoy a yummy drink! I tried an iced latte with oat milk and their house made caramel sauce. It was creamy, smooth, and the caramel was perfectly subtle and not too sweet. Their drinks are a little on the pricey side, it was $6.50 for mine (alternative milks there are .75 cents extra) but it was worth it for the atmosphere. The outdoor seating area is amazing! There is plenty of space for individuals and small groups to spread out and not be too close, definitely more than 6 feet for a lot of the tables (I am writing this during Covid). All of the outdoor seating is in the shade in the morning, which really helps the heat feel more bearable! read more

Merit Coffee - Outside seating area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Austin, Texas

one of the best lattes in the city and great service. The patio with free wi-fi is an amazing place to get work done

While parking at this Merit is very limited, the coffee is good and they have ample indoor seating, with approximately twelve 2-person tables. The drip coffee is expensiver than some cafes' but refills are free. Their location is convenient to downtown hiking and shopping activities. The major downside is the parking. They have two areas, one paved and one not. The former is usually full. The latter is a risk for low-slung vehicles as there is a chance of scraping the underside. read more