I've been to many, many coffee shops through my early adult years, but the first I started going to…read moreon a frequent basis was The Foundry, located right off the downtown square of Tyler, sitting on the first floor just beneath Bethel Bible Church. Though The Foundry is ultimately connected to Bethel as their nonprofit, and many Bethel members spend time there, it misses the mark of being what feels like a "Christian coffee shop". Instead feels like a coffee shop that is driven by God, which is a very important difference to make. The Foundry is welcoming to all and is a place of peace for all. Their space is quite large, with plenty of tables of all sizes in the back, bar seating, and more. There is an outside coffee garden space that is peaceful if you happen to be around during the three weeks where Texas weather is bearable. There are also a few tables in front of the shop. There's a room that always displays local artists' work. The Foundry roasts all their own beans under Porch Culture. The team behind Porch Culture seems to have a genuine care and passion for coffee roasting, which they obviously benefits from. Certain days in the shop, you can see them roasting and experimenting in the back. I, of course, had to leave with a bag of beans to take back to Austin with me. Recently, upon my trip back home, I had a vanilla latte of theirs, which was great, plus a cinnamon roll, which was delectable. They can get pretty busy on a Sunday before a Bethel service starts, but their team usually seems on top of it most times I visit and are all very friendly and talkative. I missed The Foundry. From my time in high school when I'd go to study, or through college breaks where I used it to get out of the house and work on side projects, it was a great place to hide out, and it still is as good as I remember. RIYL: That warm coffee smell and a good co-working space.

First time in Tyler and had to check out The foundry!…read more If you are with a big group or looking for a great place to study... THIS place is for you! Inside was massive with AMPLE! Space to study. It was nice and clean inside. I can see parking being a little of a hassle, but overall doable with the parking garage nearby. We loved the matcha latte and can't wait to come back to try the coffee.

I came here with some friends to grab a coffee and play some games. The cover charge per person is…read more$5 to play games. They have a pretty expansive menu with tea and coffee. We got the quesadilla which is great. They have a lot of board games to choose from but they're missing some of the classics.

Our group of 9 came here and took over almost half of the restaurant. Luckily we were the only…read moreones there so it was easy to pull two tables together. You order your food at the counter and they will bring food to you. There gal that took our order was super patient and did a great job with our orders. Selection of sandwiches was great with a variety of options. Highly recommend the Southwestern. Love that they offer chips but for $0.75, you can get hummus side upgrade...do this! Hummus is very good and the vegetables were a great offset to the sandwiches. There are also options to pay for some board games.

Guys, this Vietnamese Boba Cafe has the best Boba we have tried so far in Tyler! Quality of…read moreingredients, menu selection, service, top notch. You can adjust sweetness levels and the fresh boba has the best soft consistency!Nice spot, not loud, with nice music. Good prices and that Banh Mi was absolutely delicious! This will be our go to spot when we drive into Tyler.

Great Bahn mi sandwiches. Love the grilled pork. Bread is crunchy and fresh. Boba is also great! I…read moreliked the Okinawa Milk tea.

It didn't take long for Crema to become a dynasty in Tyler. Opening just in 2021, Crema has become…read moreone of the top spots to get local coffee in Tyler and has built a large group of fans already. I think Crema is good, but to me, they are not really a coffee shop made to get your standard drinks at. Their specialty signature drinks are really what sells them. They are sugary, they are sweet, it's like a dessert in a cup at times. I categorize that style as "sweet treat coffee." Less about the coffee and more about coffee being the base of a sugary fun drink. That's their style, and it works for them. I think that can make a lot of people dislike them for not being as traditional as other coffee shops in the area, but that also opens the floor for people to go to Crema instead of a Dutch Bros/7 Brew and actually have an establishment with a cafe vs. just a drive-through. Their specialty holiday drinks can be pretty over-the-top and exciting as well. I remember they did a Cinnamon Toast Crunch drink once, and it was a behemoth of a drink. Crema opened after I had started going to college, but I've been quite a few times since it was the closest coffee shop to my parents' house for some time and my mom's co-workers loved going there. I would go every trip back and I started working it into my routine to hit up Crema before driving back to college every semester, getting their matcha. Before the matcha craze really took off, I tried Crema's Vanilla Oatmilk Matcha Latte, and I was pretty impressed with it because it tasted earthy but still sweet. I could best compare it to a flavor of Lucky Charms. I went to Crema when I was taking a quick trip to Tyler, and I ordered their iced Dolce with no whipped cream. I thought that it was a great treat after a long morning hike, but possibly too sweet on the wrong day. They now serve their drinks in those rounded bottom cups like La La Land does, which seems to be a trend, but it all makes sense for the concept of Crema. The spot is nice, the baristas are all very friendly, and it was buzzing with people that Sunday afternoon. The drive-through line was stretched super wide even though they were moving orders very quickly. It's great to see it doing well since I've left Tyler. RIYL: A sweet treat.

First time here in Tyler and we kept seeing things about crema! It was in a great location and easy…read moreto spot. The drinks ran on the sweeter side, but easy to modify. Overall enjoyed the multitude of options they provided. There was ample seating with outlets. There was a good mix of people studying/chatting and just hanging out. It wasn't overtly nosiy so I can see this location be a great study spot!

Someone mentioned we should try this spot and we decided to today. The place is quaint and small…read morewith cute little Knick knacks and small items you can buy from a store. Maybe 20-30 people can eat inside at any given time which could tight if they were busy. We were immediately greated and our order was taken at the register. They were out of a lot of things but we decided to try a croughnut, croissant, chicken salad, tomato bisque, and gumbo. Everything was extremely tasty. I def recommend giving them a try. Or just buy a dozen of their fresh baked items for a party. Delish.

All of their items are fantastic! The shop is decorated with a French theme and such fun! It's…read moregreat if you are eating in or picking up a to go order.

I eat here every summer when I come to town. I have yet to have a bad dish. John Paul and the…read moreentire staff are amazing.

This is the true definition of "hole in the wall". A neighborhood restaurant that everyone knows…read moreabout. They have THE BEST DESSERTS My friend got a lunch plate. I only wanted the German Chocolate Cake. It is just like my mom's homemade cake. There were lots of food choices if you love comfort food. The staff was very nice and attentive. The owner came out to speak to us. Don't let the outside fool you. Stop by and try it. This may be the best meal you've ever eaten.

We tried the chicken pesto sandwich and really enjoyed it--I'd rate it 4 out of 5. Our side was…read morecarrots, but they were fizzy, so we decided not to eat them. Unfortunately, the restaurant itself was quite dirty and unclean, which was disappointing. We only noticed the poor condition after placing our order; otherwise, we probably wouldn't have chosen to eat there. Because of this, I'm giving the overall experience 3 stars.

For breakfast, brunch, lunch, coffee, bakery, it's a solid reliable place to count on. You're never…read moresurprised. It's not a five star because it needs a coffee/tea offering. Then, I'd rate it so.

Wonderful coffee shop that needs to stay in business! We had a much better personal experience than…read morewe ever could've had at Starbucks. And their chocolate crescents were amazing! They were polite enough to customize an odd request and did so in such an eloquent kind manner. Hard to find shops like these. They offer a drive through & a small but very cozy quiet seating inside. We will attempt to come by 3-4 times a week

Some of the best coffee and nicest staff in Tyler. Definitely a must try if you're in the area!read more

I found the perfect breakfast place!…read more They serve breakfast from morning till night. Yum! I was really impressed with how friendly and helpful the staff was with our dietary needs. We have both vegan and dairy allergies, and they handled it perfectly. Jackie took our order and patiently explained all our options. The manager, Brian, even came over and suggested ways we could save money. Who does that? Most places try to upsell you, but you can tell this place puts customers first. This is definitely our new go-to spot for breakfast.

This is my go to Breakfast spot whenever I am in Tyler. The food is always good and the restaurant…read moreis never busy. Nice place for a small gathering or qui k meeting.

Nice to get a taste of New Orleans on the West side of the Louisiana border. Fairly priced and…read morealways hot & fresh coffee.

Went to the new PJs Coffee of New Orleans today. Great experience. Good coffee and food. Very…read morefriendly courteous staff, clean, in great Tyler neighborhood. Will go back regularly.