Chill vibe, Fast service, good prices and great staff. Had a large mango smoothie with a chocolate and an almond croissant. The smoothie hit the spot after a walk on a warm spring Houston day. The croissants were both as good as they looked. Those who know me know I love my pastries and am critical of them. These are absolutely a must if you're on campus. These croissants are nice and crispy on the outside while being buttery and plush on the inside. read more

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Favorite Coffee in Houston! Lately the service has been at its best!! Would recommend to anyone.

$2.50 for scones and $3.25 for a Lonely Boy (iced rose and sea salt latte) - nice. I was on campus today for an event and took advantage of that student ecosystem price pressure. The barista here is impressive. Incredibly busy round the clock but calm, collected, and fast - AND she still latte-arts. By the way, Pacifica oat milk and no upcharge - amazing. I recently paid $10.50 for a regular size oat milk latte in Beverly Hills that didn't even taste that good, so this was a welcome change - And yum! Took quite awhile to get my coffee, but I loved it, and I didn't mind the wait. Maybe it's nostalgia. Maybe it's really yum coffee. Maybe it's both. Regardless, this is worth a visit. read more

Rice Coffeehouse - The hubbub here is impressive! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I found my new obsession!! Especially the moment their honey bee iced latter hit my lips, I was sold! Not too sweet and delicious on so many levels! Just recently tried their green tea frappy and they've done it again! Won my taste buds with a great green tea flavor, not chalky, and not too sweet. The lavender iced latte was also good but didn't win my heart as the 2 drinks above. Not only is it tucked away in one of the buildings in Rice University, but it's cute and the drinks are legit! If you bring your own cup then you get a $1 off any drip coffee or $.25 off any drinks you order. Decrease plastic waste! read more

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The people who work there are the worst. They take so long. Like there will be no line and I'm waiting for a coffee for 30 minutes while people chit chat and go on their phones. Also the coffee is so bad, watered down yet barely and ice which like, how is that possible. Also, I like to be considerate of the environment. This place acts like that's horrible. I always ask for my drinks in a paper cup. The girl working there refused to do it for "health reasons". Like... dude you realize boiling hot drinks go in these cups. Why can't a cold drink go in it? Let's use our logic! Does that mean something toxic is in the cups in general? Will not be coming here again. Very rude. read more

Rice coffeehouse is the go to store for many a Rice student. However, if you're not a student it's hard to get parking here, unless you're willing to park in the circle drive, run down, grab your order, and leave. The other option is to park in one of the 15 minute parking spots. The interior is very cozy, and the large draw here is that the store is student run. The music can get loud at times, but is generally variable according to student tastes. Seating is plenty, but can get limited, especially just after lunchtime. The service is great, and Rice coffeehouse has birthed many a barista. Regarding beans, rice coffeehouse uses Katz's, which I personally dislike. However, I understand that they're good value beans that wouldn't offend most people. I would suggest a Roaster change be put in consideration, even if it would raise the price of coffee a couple cents. The drink called "nutty bee" is a favorite of mine, ever since early college here. I would recommend it for anyone, even people that don't like the taste of coffee. I would come by here anytime I was already on Rice campus because of the great value, familiar vibes, and limited parking. read more

Rice Coffeehouse is where all the students go for affordable coffee. The quality was fine but it is a little out of the way for me and not worth it so i won't be back read more

I love coming here for a mid week pick me up drink. My go to order is the nutty bee with oat milk (served both hot or cold) and luckily alternative milks have no extra charge! They have monthly specialty drinks that are always nice to try. In addition, they have $1 drip coffee that you can fill your own mug with if you are in a rush. You can get pastries, bagels, and other treats that you can heat up if you are eating it soon. Service can be slow and can take up to 30 minutes to get your drink during peak hours (usually between classes). read more

This is the Rice University coffee shop located inside the student building, it's exactly as you'd expect knowing the fact. Cheap coffee and food that does what it's intended: not blow you away but offer sustenance. Nice students/staff running the shop. Ambiance is a little weird, as it's filled with college children hanging out read more

I come here once a week to get either a green tea freeze, green tea frappy, or nutty bee with almond milk. The entire place is student run and they have a lot of pastries and vegan cinnamon rolls and bars. Definitely get the cinnamon roll and heat it up when you're going to eat it. It's really big and just $2.50. This month I tried their drink of the month (toffee coffee). It was alright, I'm not a huge fan of the raspberry flavor and I got it warm. I think if I got it without the raspberry and cold it would've been better. There are some hits and misses with their drinks of the month but they're always very innovative and have new items on the menu. Service is sometimes a little slow during hours are class or in the mornings. It's also usually crowded and noisy. But the drinks are really affordable and pretty good. read more

Rice Coffeehouse - Toffee coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

As I've noticed with other reviews here, I think Coffeehouse is best summed up in a pros and cons list: Pros - student run business: what an awesome way for students to earn money and learn snout running a business. They support other students too with art shows, music nights, etc. - creative drinks: there is a flavor of the month each month and the mixes they make are good. Good for people who like to change things up! - best prices: built for students, so pricing is so student friendly it's great - not very hot drinks: perfect if you're getting it "for here" because it's drinkable right away Cons - crazy lines: the lines can go out the door, and frequently will during passing periods. Service can be slower at these times too. - noisy & full: I feel like this has been extra so this year; sometimes I can't find anywhere to sit! An additional note is that their espresso drinks tend to be pretty milky and sweet. That can be good or bad depending who you are, but good to know either way! read more

Nice place with a good vibe, although during the mid-hours it can get deafeningly loud with student customers. Other times when it's less busy, I'm afraid it's still a tad too loud with the baristas blasting the radio (might want to turn it down a notch...) Pros: -Coffees taste great. The Pecan is especially delicious. -Coffee is CHEAP. Bring a mug and your coffee is less than a dollar. -Bright and fun atmosphere (for study or just hanging) -Temperature is relatively mild unlike most other subarctic locations on and off campus INDOORS. Cons: -They remodeled, but there still are too few seats and tables. For a university coffee shop (the only one really on campus except more expensive FLO) this is a minus. -There are not enough outlets - be nice if they had more extension cords at least. -Nowhere close to the best campus coffee shop I have been to, but not bad. read more

Rice Coffeehouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

1. Pros: A. Delicious coffee B. Reasonable price C. Abundant outlets inside & outside D. Fast free WiFi inside & outside E. Not very cold F. Parking in Greenbriar Lot which costs $2/day. 2. Cons: may because the cafe belongs to the students here, noise is all around. read more

Rice Coffeehouse - A nice warm & relatively queit place for a working afternoon. The "Milky Way" is very tasty & it costs $3.25. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

Support student businesses! Plus, they have amazing coffee, and you can get drip for about a $1.

I love Coffeehouse! Pros: - Cheap drinks made by awesome baristas - Baked goods and bagels are good though sometimes too sweet for my taste (if you go near closing time, they sell stuff at discounted prices) - Awesome music selection - Recently renovated, so lots of new tables and couches to work at - People watching here is fun. Cons: - Long lines - Pretty loud most the time and a place where students come to have group meetings, so don't come here if you like quiet - Limited hours on weekends - Credit card use has an extra fee; the shop gets around this by asking credit customers to purchase a gift card then use that for subsequent purchases - Parking - you have to park off-campus or in a paid lot on campus so it's a hassle to come to if you're not already on campus read more

I hit this ish up almost everyday. $1 for drip coffee if you bring your own mug! They serve Katz and I always stop in for the Texas Pecan or sweet Mexican drip coffee during my morning walk to class. 10/10 atmosphere (the theme is cute and the place is definitely always bustling), 10/10 service (the students are awesome), 10/10 prices ($1. Coffee.). Because it's small and frequented by students/faculty, lines are long. Ofc nothing can really be done to improve that since this is such a token spot on campus! Just be wary that if you don't have a mug and a $1 bill on you, you can't jump the line to get your drip. If you wait in line for things other than drip coffee, investigate their Milky Way drink if you want something cold, creamy, and sweet. Rice Coffeehouse has my heart. read more

Love this Coffee shop!!! Great coffee, food and service. A plus for a scenery walking around Rice campus!! Highly recommended this place!!! read more

Rice Coffeehouse - Double shots lavender latte!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Coffeehouse is extremely popular on campus because everyone insists on supporting student-run businesses, which I think is a great idea. It's a wonderful place to sit and have a drink if you have an hour to kill between classes or a free afternoon. Everyone here (baristas & guests) is friendly, and when I visit I don't feel obligated to buy something unless I want to. It's nice to not have that pressure. But, do I love their coffee? Mmm...it's a hit or miss. Often, the drinks are perfectly fine (personal favorite: cup of ambition). But sometimes, the espresso drinks I order come out tasting burnt, or the coffee tastes metallic, or the mango drink leaves a weird dry feeling in my throat. But, do I love Coffeehouse? Yes. I am still a huge fan. When it's good, it's good. And if you're a tea person, my favorite is the honeybrush apricot green tea. It smells so great, I could sniff it all day. read more

I love my Rice Coffeehouse. I love the $1 coffee refills if you bring your own mug/thermos (and the very convenient line skipping that is allowed when you only have to throw money in the Honor Jar). I love the cozy fire with glowing owl eyes that gets turned on in the winter. I love the little Sound Worm mic in the corner that streams the audio of Coffeehouse to a sculpture in the middle of campus. I love the Everything Bars and Oh My Pocket Pies that make an easy, desperate, delicious lunch. I love the large tables for working with the casual music in the background. Although I will admit I'm extremely biased as a Rice student, I didn't even begin to enjoy Coffeehouse during my Junior year of college (conveniently coinciding with the onset of my coffee addiction). It's a student-run business, lines that go out the door multiple times during the day, prices haven't been raised in the past 10 years, and a great comfortable atmosphere. I thoroughly enjoy the mixed drinks you can ask for such as a London Fog/Cup of Cozy(chai latte with early grey tea), Cup of Ambition (hot chocolate with shots of espresso), or a Mexican Hot Chocolate (hot chocolate with spices). The squirts/pumps of flavor are a little expensive, but I'm confident you can make a good drink without them. read more

Rice Coffeehouse - a cat playing a flute - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

I spend way too much time at Coffeehouse. It stays pretty busy throughout the day until closing (at 1 am on weekdays), but the service is pretty efficient, and the staff is incredibly friendly and will let night owls like me hang out while they clean up until about 1:30. This is a great spot for studying or just hanging out with friends. There are a variety of seating options, and they recently added wooden lap boards so students can still write/use their laptops in some of the more comfortable seats. I especially love all the food options. They have a number of locally made treats, from the more savory pocket pies (the Spinach and Artichoke is a must-try) to treats from Sinfull Bakery (the Everything Bar is a great late-night snack). They are continually expanding their options, and I've really enjoyed the new oatmeal and cashew/coconut milk options! Their drinks have great prices and are always a treat. Coffeehouse is understandably one of the most popular spots on Rice campus. read more

The Coffeehouse is a hidden Houston treasure! Coffee here is cheap and good- the student baristas here consistently serve up perfect espresso (whereas some of the Westheimer coffee spots have burnt my drink on occasion... blech!) The decor is kind of plain and the ambiance changes depending on what time of day it is/who's hanging around... sometimes I love trying to read or get work done here, other times it's way too loud to concentrate. Overall, this is a great little spot, especially if you're mostly looking for a spot to drink coffee and conversate! read more

I come here for single shot soy lattes. I tend to avoid the sweet drinks since the syrups don't always taste that authentic, but I won't say no to vanilla lattes. The Good Morning chai is also fragrant and spicy--it's basically a dirty chai. Coffeehouse provides cheap yet robust coffee brews that are the perfect (and convenient) pick-me-up for any occasion. People rave about the Texas Pecan brew. Really nutty, aromatic flavor--a bit sweet as well. I've also had the $1.50 bagels, scones, and Everything Bars (from Sinfull Bakery). Bro, it only costs 2.50 for an Everything Bar here while at other places they cost around 3.25. I also love studying here, particularly ever since they got the desks for the armchairs. But it can get pretty loud and whatnot inside, so I tend to come either in the morning or at night. read more

Four stars because I am a fan of student-run businesses and Rice University. But keep reading. I asked for hot water one day here. E: "Hello, how much does hot water cost?" Cashier: (Gets a plastic cup) E: "Um... If it's hot water, should it be in a--" Cashier: "Oh, you're right!" (Gets a paper cup, shovels ice into it) E: "If it's hot water, do I need--" Cashier: "Oh! I'm sorry!" (Dumps out ice, fills with hot water) The moral of this dialogue is just that students here have long days. Don't come here for snobby boutique coffee. Come here at 00:45 most nights for free coffee. Get a large cup, get your favorite drip (in reality: whatever's left), get your study on. + Must try: Nicaraguan, Ethiopian read more

I know very very little about coffee - honestly I only drink it for the caffeine during finals week. With that disclaimer, I'm writing this review on Rice Coffeehouse based solely on how much I love the environment here. Located in the student center, Coffeehouse is a super chill place to meet up with friends, study, or just hang out in between classes. There's no pressure at all to buy anything, and often times, I just sit right down without even looking at the menu. But if I do happen to order something, the baristas here are so nice! It's student-run business, so sometimes my friends are working, but even the ones I don't know are super super nice! read more

Service can be slow as everyone on campus comes here, but they're always friendly and the drinks are good!

Coffeehouse, how I wish I could give you a better review. I really love the people who work there and how cheap the drinks are. (Rice Coffeehouse is a non-profit so they have to charge low enough prices that they won't make any money. As a result, they have the cheapest coffee I've seen anywhere.) I also like how Coffeehouse carries Hot Bagel Shop bagels - some of the best in Houston if you ask me (and close to what you could get in NYC). Unfortunately, I've found that the coffee doesn't taste very good. The brewed coffee is usually pretty bitter (over-extracted) in my opinion. Even though I don't get flavored coffee anywhere else, I'm usually forced to have the Texas Pecan since it masks the other flavors better. Also, the espresso is very hit or miss, depending on who's pulling the shot. Usually, if I'm getting an espresso drink, I'll go with a mocha (again, more flavors in the cup making individual ones less discernible). My other major complaint is the line. If you go between classes, you'll wait FOREVER for an espresso drink. I'll continue to support Rice Coffeehouse since I'm a fan of student-run businesses, but there are lots of areas for improvement. read more

Operated by rice students! Creative menus, cheap price, but can be crowded when classes end. read more

Coffeehouse is like my 2nd home. I'm literally there every afternoon Monday-Friday until dinner time. When the weather cools down, they'll turn on the fireplace, and it makes the place cozy and inviting. The prices are more affordable here than at the neighboring Brochstein Pavillion, and I love supporting Rice's student run businesses. When I need my caffeine fix, I always get a double americano. If I'm in the mood for something sweet, I'll get a green tea freeze. Thank goodness for Coffeehouse! read more

Ever since the freshman year of my undergraduate study, Rice Coffeehouse has always been a solid, reliable stop for both non-caffeinated and caffeinated drinks for me. I received only positive experiences from all my visits to this student-run establishment. Located in the center of the campus, Rice Coffeehouse is easily accessible from virtually anywhere in Rice University. It offers a decent selection ranging from various black coffees to non-coffee drinks including teas and Italian soda. Whether I'm in need of a thirst quencher or a pick-up, Rice Coffeehouse is my go-to place! I didn't pick up the habit of drinking coffee during my freshman year and always go for the Italian soda, which is imported soda blended with various flavor syrups of your choice, but after I started to become coffee-savvy, I also enjoy getting the Texas pecan coffee, which has a great pecan aroma as the name suggests. The prices are already reasonable, but you can even get more discounts if you bring your own mug or use the same paper cup holder! I am assuming that you are not a Rice student if you are looking up reviews for this place, because most Rice students already knew how awesome Rice Coffeehouse is! With friendly staff and great atmosphere, this has always been a solid place either to work alone or to meet other people for Rice students so if you are visiting the campus, don't forget to pick up a drink from Rice Coffeehouse! read more

Peach-lime Italian soda and iced milky way. Yay. read more

Rice Coffeehouse - The Kardashian... - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

From keeping me awake during late nights to comforting me after a rough day to helping me have a great time with friends, it's safe to say I've grown to love CH on a spiritually level. The staff is super friendly and the place is usually full of people. That being said, it gets pretty crowded, especially after class, and a lot of the time it's hard to find a place to study inside. As far as coffee goes, the Texas Pecan drip is a must try. My personal favorite is the Milky Way, not too sweet but sweet enough for someone as basic as myself. CH's noncoffee selections are also pretty good. The smoothies are very sweet (maybe a little too sweet) and very refreshing, and the italian sodas are solid (raspberry and lime being my fav). My only complaint on drinks is that sometimes there is a consistency problem that varies from barista to barista. All in all, CH is a solid place to chill and probably has kept me sane in some rough times. read more

Coffeehouse is a fairly accurate glimpse of Rice's campus culture- quirky and laid back atmosphere, lots of students studying or catching up over coffee. They use Katz espresso, which isn't my favorite. However, they do a really nice job making their drinks taste amazing. Each month they post a board of the flavored drinks they are featuring, but there are SO many more things you can order that aren't on the menu. Lots of hot teas, lots of latte flavors, lots of frappy flavors. They also give their drinks quirky names, which makes them memorable. My favorites are the chai latte and the Kardashian (which is their lingo for pumpkin spice latte). They also have a nice spread of pastries and cookies, every once and awhile I get a giant cinnamon roll and eat the whole thing by myself (it's great!). It's usually pretty crowded so I rarely study here, but it's an awesome spot to have on campus! read more

the drinks are kind of a hit or miss but the nutty bee and matcha freeze are always good. also, sometimes the wait time is really long so order early if you need to be somewhere read more

I just love Coffeehouse. It is my go-to coffee shop because it's just so convenient, well priced, and consistently yummy. The prices are noticeably cheaper than other boutique and chain coffee shops. I also really appreciate the many promotions that Coffeehouse has created with students in mind. For example, bringing your own mug will get you 25 cents off; getting 10 punches on your coffee sleeve will earn you a free drink and enter you into a drawing for a gift card. These promotions, amongst other things, show that, as a student-run business, Coffeehouse values its customers and does what it can to make good drinks accessible to us college students! As someone who needs a caffeine fix but likes a little (or a lot of) sugar, I particularly enjoy the many unique beverages that Coffeehouse concocts. I truly fell in love with chaus when I discovered the "Cup of Ambition" (hot coco + hazelnut + espresso). This past year, Coffeehouse has also pushed their flavor of the month; one of my favorites was maple, when they offered a "Toronto Fog," a London fog (earl gray steeped in water and frothed milk) with maple flavor. Further, the baristas usually have salt on hand and don't act like I'm crazy when I ask to add that in for a sweet-and-salty twist. If I had to give any critiques, I'd only say that coffee house can get pretty busy and loud at times and occasionally more complicated drinks are inconsistent in quality or strength. However, I find both of these aspects to be forgivable as traits of a student-run business on a campus where coffee is in high demand. The lines are a result of a end-of-class rushes; they can be predicted easily. The slight inconsistency is the product of a large staff necessary to accommodate the crowds and long hours. The perks of a student-run business (low prices with lots of personality) overshadow these slight complaints. Overall, I am pleased that Coffeehouse is always here for me when I need caffeine the most or just want a convenient place to reconnect with a friend. The way that it constantly evolves yet continues to promote a good customer experience just goes to show that Coffeehouse is a great cross-section of the Rice community. read more

This place is a student-run cafe serving good food and good coffee. It serves great coffee and plays good music. There's free wifi and plenty of seating. I would highly recommend it as a place for getting some last minute studying done or just hanging out with friends. The pastries are good and that coffee is very good. They use the Marzocco espresso machine, which is the machine that Starbucks used to use about a decade ago. I'm not saying this as a bad thing either, those machines are actually my personal favorites because they were the last manual machines that Starbucks used. Now everything is automated and no fun. This place mixes modern decor with the old school beauty of that espresso machine. There may be better coffee and food at other places, but for a Rice student you won't find any cafe so comfortable, relaxed and so conveniently close. Lines may be long at times and service can be a bit slow, but hey it's a student-run cafe in the middle of campus. Cut them some slack, take a load off, and relax and enjoy good coffee and good atmosphere. read more

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I'm not a coffee drinker but I've been in here a few times with co-workers. It's a cozy place full of students at almost anytime you go by. If you are a "regular coffee" drinker they have a $1 refill (you own mug) Honor Jar so you can skip the line and get out quick. They have fancy drinks as well, but I've yet to partake so I can't give much of an opinion on the quality or price. YET... read more

Hip place and tastes great. I don't even go here anymore, but stopped by on my way down memory lane. Different location, same iconic logo.

What's not to love about Rice Coffeehouse? First off, it's a great, cozy venue with a variety of seating options. They have tables for studying, couches with coffee tables, and nice chairs near the fireplace (which, if you're lucky enough to be in Houston when it gets super cold, they turn on!). Also, outlets are abundant. They have flexible hours for both the early bird and the night owl (no pun intended). The place is usually bustling with undergraduates, graduate students, faculty members, and even visitors to the university. The service, however, is also reasonably quick and overall superb. The quirky, friendly student baristas are always willing to point you towards the perfect drink, and I'm always ready to try one of the new seasonal creations. I personally recommend the Cup of Glambition, the Good Morning Chai, the "Basic" Pumpkin Spice Latte, and the Honeybrush Apricot Tea (but again, everything is absolutely delicious). The pastries and oatmeal are scrumptious as well. Bring along your mug for a discount! With student-friendly prices, delightful drinks, and an awesome vibe, this is a coffeeshop that can't be beat. read more

Rice Coffeehouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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My favorite place to grab coffee on Rice campus! Coffeehouse is completely student-run, so there's extra incentive to want to support this business. They've got all sorts of drinks ranging from espresso drinks to frappes to smoothies to teas. In other words, there's something for everyone. I'm a big coffee drinker, and I will say that the coffee here is pretty solid. They've got lots of varieties (Texas Pecan is one of my favorites), and I'm also a big fan of their lattes and cappuccinos. If you're into an espresso drink that's a little more on the sweet side, definitely try out the Milky Way or Cup of Ambition. Bring in your own mug and you'll get a small discount! Coffeehouse is always a great place to come to when you want to catch up with a friend or just grab something quick to drink. The music playlists are also always on point, so props to the staff for having great music tastes. I will say it does tend to get a little loud though, so if you're trying to study/do work and need a quiet space, this may not be the best place for you. read more

This is where I go for coffee when I admit to myself that I probably shouldn't be wasting money on fancy coffee. Located in the heart of the Rice Student Center, Coffeehouse really is the center of the university for a lot of students here. The coffee is not only exceedingly cheap, but it's surprisingly good for a student run establishment. I typically go for an iced coffee ($1.75 for a regular, $2.00 for a large), but when I want to go for a hot coffee they've got a decent range of styles. They also have pretty good food for what it is. I sometimes grab one of their bagels if I'm not really feeling whatever is being served in the cafeterias that day (though the bagels have an uncanny ability to be almost entirely gone before noon). The line can get pretty long, especially during the mornings, lunch, and around 3 or 4 (when most people are done with class for the day). However, the baristas are good at their jobs and keep the line moving speedily. A lot of people come here to do work, which I don't quite get, but then again I need quiet to get any work done. The music is usually pretty good as well. read more