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    The Core Cafe

    4.7 (89 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Porschea W.

    Came here 2/8/26 and had such a great coffee experience! The service was good, I was immediately greeted upon entering. I ordered the Honey Comb Latte iced and it was made to perfection - I almost ordered a second! The barista helped answer all my questions since I was trying to decide what to order. The menu is plentiful, I can't wait to try other drinks. The coffee shop is very spacious with plenty of seating all over, and different types of seating arrangements. Lots of natural light and the music wasn't too loud either. There was construction being done on the road prior to turning in, and the parking lot can get busy. Overall, based on my experience, this is the perfect spot to get good coffee and study/work!

    Jennifer B.

    Coffee here is on another level. Authentic, robust, earthly and never overly sugared. Breakfast bites are delicious too especially the avocado toast. I have been on a London Fog kick and this place did me right. Stop in and grab a coffee. Whether you chill and enjoy the ambiance or just take it to go. Either way, you will be satisfied.

    Breakfast bagel - jalapeño cheddar with scrambled egg on one side and avocado on the other, and it was absolutely delicious!!
    Yvie F.

    My friend Janet and I stopped by this adorable café after our Saturday morning walk, and I think we may have found our new go-to spot. They had a great selection of pastries, and our hazelnut lattes were absolutely divine. I ordered the Breakfast Bagel - a cheddar jalapeño bagel with cream cheese, scrambled egg on one side and avocado on the other. I honestly didn't think all of that would go well together, but it was amazing! The flavors worked perfectly, and it was hearty and filling... exactly what I needed for a late-morning brunch. Janet had a regular croissant and loved it! She thought it was super fresh and flaky. Between the great coffee, delicious food, and cozy vibe, we're already planning to come back. Highly recommend!

    Ambreen K.

    Graham cracker latte - 7/10 - Honey and cinnamon - both flavors were strong but drink was a bit watered down Autumn bliss latte - 9/10 - Pumpkin , caramel, and cinnamon crunch - loved this one, could use a bit more coffee and pumpkin but overall good Baklava latte - 7/10 - Pistachio, honey, and butterscotch - i tasted mostly butterscotch, coffee could be stronger Sausage sandwich - 7/10 - Tasted like ones from Tim Horton, decent but nothing special Beef roll - 10/10 - Like a ground beef patty, very delicious Found a cafe with HALAL options and so many flavor options for coffee . I had mixed feelings about the coffee but I would possibly go back to try other flavors and more of their halal pastries. Great study/work spot if youre in the area!

    Strawberry matcha
    Tiffany H.

    The Core Cafe has a cute/cozy interior decor with plenty of seating. Service was excellent. Strawberry matcha would have been perfect if the matcha wasn't powdery. They probably need to heat the water more or whisk more to better dissolve the matcha. If I'm ever in the area, I would return to try their coffee options.

    Honeycomb Latte Graham Cracker Latte
    Helaina H.

    WHAT AN AMAZING CAFE! So much space to study or just hang out and the staff is so kind. The cheesecake?! Amazing. The coffee?! Perfect !! The honeycomb is so good and the graham cracker latte tastes like French toast! 10/10 would always recommend this place (& this was my first time)

    Butter pecan shaken espresso
    Brandon D.

    Tried studying at a new coffee shop called the core cafe in spring since I was in the area. They have a lot of space available to study, and free wifi as well. I got one of their winter specials, the butter pecan shaken espresso. Honestly didn't really taste the butter pecan flavor but the coffee and espresso flavor overall was hitting.

    The cool black dog with bling and a patron

    If you're looking for an amazing atmosphere for your brunch, your school report, a meeting between business Partners, or just a really great environment for your date. This is the spot, this is the best brunch experience that I've ever had. My mocha was perfect. They even used lactose free milk, which I truly appreciated it. Their breakfast platter was delicious. It wasn't too much or too little, It was just right. Not to mention the dog they have in the cafe is amazing. He even has his own bling-bling. He is the perfect dog, does not jump, Does not bark, does not lick, Doesn't scare, does not move lol

    Taste like Dubai chocolate
    Linda K.

    My hunny wanted coffee after our bagels so we went looking for a place at The Vintage and can't find Coco Crepes. Looked for coffee nearby on Yelp and found this place. Didn't look like much from the outside but inside was pretty cool. Service was outstanding and was very patience w us since it was our first time there. Made us feel welcome. We stop back by when in need of a place to study and coffee.

    Classic breakfast
    Razi A.

    Finally made it out since I needed a place to work. Same nice layout as the previous establishment, but with a more focused offering with nice additions. The owner is very nice and talkative. The staff is also super nice. Food: I really enjoyed the classic breakfast. Great blend of classic and healthy. The potato roll and other items are tasty and unique. The desert looks great. Will have to try next time. Nice Turkish vibe. Turkish bagel is a great addition. Unique Coffee: Always high quality. Charcoal latte is interesting. I'm still trying the new stuff. Vibe: Great seating, outlets, lighting, music.

    Sherman O.

    They have an inviting space, but the food was subpar. The mini pancakes were not freshly made, but I'd probably reheated because they're crunchy on the corners and not soft and very dry. The fresh fruit was delicious the. The eggs were the only highlight as they are while he's cooked. But $17 for a breakfast plate is disappointing for the quality that I received. Parking lot was busy, but yet there's parking not directly in front of the restaurant because it shares it with other retail stores The Stanford friendly, and the Services prompt probably really the only highlight. Note my rating system: 1 Star: I wouldn't recommend 2 Stars: Didn't hit my standards 3 Stars: Average (nothing special) 4 Stars: Above Average. Would recommend. Still looking for the 5 Star. 5 Stars: Top of their game. Great food. Great service. Would recommend and plan on returning.

    Mini pancakes, strawberry matcha, honeycomb latte
    Samantha G.

    Very cute, lots of places to sit and chill. Staff was friendly and helpful. Food and drinks were yum!

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    Maritza R.

    Came here as I was driving by it peaked my interest. The coffee shop is huge. Lots of seating. Coffee shop and they also serve breakfast until 6:00pm. Kinda pricy for a coffee shop. See photo. I ordered a honeycomb latte. It was very sweet. The service was great, there was two ladies behind the counter. I didn't try any food items as I just stopped by for coffee but the forest fruit cake looked delicious. Overall I would come back to try more item.

    Baklava Latte (hot) and harvest latte (iced)

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    Very comfortable for working from, and they have their own cold brew you can buy and take home as well. Highly recommend. Cute vibes.

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    Great ambiance and drinks. The food could be a bit better. Great place to study or chill with friends. There are lots of seating.

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    This is a cute little cafe located in Spring, TX. Everything is good here. And the ambiance is nice.

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    Great environment, lots of seating even for bigger groups! We all really enjoyed our food and coffees.

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    Fabulous scones and coffee. Staff was very pleasant. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I'll be going back.

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    Very nice little coffee shop. I stop in when I'm getting my nails done next door. Decent prices.

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    Great food and drinks in an excellent environment. Wonderful service and plenty of comfortable seating.

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    I saw there were to be gluten free options soon, are they available now?

    Hello, yes we do have gluten free bread option for avocado toast now!

    Are there any gluten free food options?

    We do not have gluten free food options yet but we will have it soon!

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    Ambriza - Street corn.

    Ambriza

    4.5(1.7k reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    Family-owned & operated
    Veteran-owned & operated

    Get the pork belly bites and their cocktails are delicious…read more If you're here on a Sunday for brunch and have a sweet tooth the French toast is unforgettable. No other French toast will come close. Their homemade sauces make more tantalizing. If you like salty spicy, get the jojo sauce. I don't think it's on the menu And to finish, personally I like cocktails but their fresh filled churros are super fun. And can't beat the fresh factor! Brandon is an excellent attentive server. He knows the menu in and out. He'll steer you right. It's a neighborhood gem

    We had a 70th & 60th birthday celebration at Ambriza's Vintage, and we were very impressed and…read moresatisfied with how beautiful and perfect everything turned out. Rodrigo & Araceli were amazing, ensuring everything was going smoothly and according to plan. Our servers Augusto and Christian, were very attentive, kind, and on point with our food and drinks. Food was exquisite and portions were generous, cooked to perfection. The churros with chocolate and the complimentary photos for the birthday girls was the cherry on top. Ambriza's management & staff truly know how to make their guests feel special. They went above and beyond, exceeding all of our expectations. Definitely having more celebrations here in the future! On behalf of me & my family, THANK YOU again for the excellent service and making this a memorable night!! Barbie Artiga

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    Black Walnut Café - Black Walnut Vintage Park location

    Black Walnut Café

    3.6(631 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    First time at this location! We visit on Easter Sunday where it was quite busy. The staff assigned…read morefamilies to tables, which made it less chaotic. They were prompt and provided great service! The food was great and came out in a timely manner. Caramel macchiato was delicious in a cup!

    My first ever visit to a Black Walnut Cafe was here a couple of weeks ago for lunch. It was busy…read more At the counter I ordered their "award winning" pot roast entree for $19. After getting my fountain drink, the meal arrived about 10 minutes later. The bowl had chuck roast on garlic mashed potatoes with mushroom gravy and a slice of artisan bread. The meat was as tender as meat can get....melt in your mouth level. With the delicious mashed potatoes and gravy, I thought it was perfect! As good tasting and tender as I have ever had (5). I returned a couple of days ago to try the Mediterranean chicken entree for $15.50. When it arrived in a bowl it had grilled chicken breast meat with artichokes and olives with alfredo sauce and garlic mashed potatoes. It also had spinach, crispy garlic and sun dried tomatoes. This meal was very good either way the smoothness of the alfredo sauce and garlic mashed potatoes contrasting the olives and sun dried tomatoes (4). Seating is inside and outside covered patio. I have enjoyed both visits and plan to return.

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    The Chef's Table - Vintage Park - Iberico Pork

    The Chef's Table - Vintage Park

    4.7(575 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$
    Fine dining
    Locally owned & operated

    For my milestone birthday, my husband offered to take me anywhere I wanted. I rarely eat red meat…read moreand decided to search for a fine dining spot that offered a delicious hamburger. Haha. I know. "Fine dining" and burgers? But that's what I wanted. I searched the web and found the Chefs Table in Vintage Park, and it wasn't too far from us here in The Woodlands, so we decided to make reservations and head there. From the moment we entered, we were treated like special guests. The ambiance is rich, but not overdone or stuffy. Simply classic and relaxing. Our booth felt private and unhindered by conversations of nearby diners or wait staff bustling past. Our cocktails were perfect. The calimari we ordered as an appetizer was probably the most tender and delicious either of us have ever had. And when our burgers arrived, I was so happy. It was exactly what I had set my mind on when selecting my birthday dinner experience. The blend of brisket and chuck was absolutely delicious, set atop a perfectly buttered toasted bun, with some crispy onion straws on top. And the fries... oh my! I rarely if ever eat fried food - so clearly this was my big day to completely go off my standard fare, but those fries had the perfect crunch and flavor. Apparently, when my husband made our resv, he told them it was my birthday, so our server brought out a delightful complimentary spiced cake dessert after we were finished eating - for us to share. It was the perfect finish to an already amazing meal. Thank you to the entire staff at The Chefs Table yesterday, for helping to create a memorable and delicious birthday feast for my husband and me. We will definitely be back to try some other delights because the menu is packed full of amazing looking dishes.

    This is the one place that truly lives up to the reviews!! We went here as a date night. First…read morethings first, they actually paid attention to the reservation and put us in a great spot. I feel like whenever I ask for certain things on the reservation they are never addressed so it was a great start to finally be recognized! Food: We got the beef Wellington, ravioli, naan bread, and sticky toffee for dessert and everything was 12 out of 10. The service was wonderful; our waitress had a true passion and told us the story about the Chef. We truly enjoyed our experience and will absolutely be back again. I think this is one place that I would trust to go out of my comfort zone on food and everything will be phenomenal.

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    Derby - Houston - Cajun pasta

    Derby - Houston

    3.9(60 reviews)
    2.8 miWillowbrook
    $$

    Amazing food and service. We were served by Gabrielle and he was very professional and helpful in…read moreselecting our drinks and food. He created two drinks from the bar that were seriously two of the best custom cocktails I've ever had! A white chocolate martini and a blueberry lemon drop. Omg. Food: the menu is being rewritten so two items I wanted to try were no longer available. Though I was disappointed that the options were no longer available, the cajon pasta was still a show stopper for me! We finished with a tour and our guide knew so many interesting facts. We're in the process of moving back to Houston and interested in becoming members purely for the quality of service. Will 100% be back

    We went there with the intention of the whole experience. Food and Cars…read more When we were seated our server Abby was very polite. She took our drink order and when she brought it out she had can drinks on the tray. That was the first issue. A restaurant with these prices should not bringing out cans. Come on owners and managers - do better The food was average- not much flavor on any of it of all 3 dishes we ordered. The fish was greasy, the chicken fried steak was greasy, the burger was the only thing finished. Too much money for what we were presented. I do reviews all over and I really wanted this to be a good one. The reason I am giving it 3 stars was the burger and for Abby's service. There were a couple families with kids but mainly adults. It is a smaller dining area and reservations are recommended To tour the cars it is $15 a person, so we did what most of the people in the restaurant did, took pictures from the window. I wish I could say we would come back but unless it changes and we see better reviews I don't know if we would. Good Luck to ya !!! Great concept idea for car enthusiasts

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    Cutten Kitchen - Mac and Cheese

    Cutten Kitchen

    3.9(227 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    "Celebrating Mama Bear" 04-18-26…read more My family and I visited Cutten Kitchen together for the first time, and we absolutely loved it. My eldest sister was the one who searched for places to celebrate our mother's birthday, and she definitely picked a winner. She felt like this would have been a restaurant our mom would have truly enjoyed if she were still here on this earth, and she got it right. Let me count the reasons why Mama would have loved this restaurant: the aesthetics, the well-seasoned food, the lively vibe, the soulful energy of the atmosphere, and the wonderful customer service. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the hostess, Victoria, whose professionalism and mannerisms were spot on. She was so friendly and welcoming. She held the door open for us when we entered, and she even held it open again when we left. Our server, Daniella, matched that same level of professionalism. She was not intimidated or nervous by our group at all. She greeted us warmly, introduced herself, and took our drink and appetizer orders with ease and confidence, which let me know she knew exactly what she was doing. She also offered great drink suggestions that we really enjoyed. I do not want to bore you with a long, drawn-out review, so I'll keep this part simple. The atmosphere is welcoming, with music playing at a nice medium volume through the overhead speakers. The dining room is extremely spacious and clean. Food Ratings: Fried Catfish/Shrimp Platter - 4/5 Both were fried to perfection, with nice crunchy edges and a soft, succulent, meaty texture inside. However, it was a bit too salty for my health. Fried Fish and Grits Platter - 5/5 My younger sister said she could taste the authenticity of Black culture in the well-seasoned grits and she enjoyed them. The CK Burger - 5/5 My son said this burger was delicious, and he tore it up too! The CK Patty Melt - 5/5 My eldest sister said it was delicious and felt like it melted in her mouth with every bite. Salmon Bites Appetizer - 5/5 Fried to perfection and surprisingly not too salty. Fried Plain Wings/Lemon Pepper Wings/French Fries - 5/5 Everything was served piping hot and extra crispy. Deviled Eggs Appetizer - 5/5 Everyone around the table loved these babies. My eldest sister said she did not care too much for the fried chicken tender on top, but overall, they were still a hit. Dirty Rice - 1/5 Too salty and too greasy for my liking. It also lacked the authenticity I was hoping for. Mac and Cheese - 5/5 According to my daughter, the mac and cheese was a 5/5. However, it did have a spicy kick, so my son gave it a 4/5. If you like spicy mac and cheese, then you will probably love theirs. Collard Greens - 5/5 This item stole the show for me. The collard greens were delicious, not too salty, and seasoned just right. Here's the shocker: instead of using pork in their collards, they used turkey neck. I was genuinely impressed because a lot of people believe pork is the only way to get that deep, flavorful taste in greens, but Cutten Kitchen proved otherwise. Blueberry Lemon Drop - 5/5 This drink may seem girlie, but it hit like a man. Sitting Sideways Cocktail - 5/5 This one hits just right and gives you a nice little buzz. Pineapple Upside Down Crown - 4/5 It was a little too sweet and did not have enough liquor for me, but it was still delicious after I poured an extra shot of Crown in it. Overall, Cutten Kitchen is an upbeat, lively, and soulful establishment that offers some of the best Southern cuisine in the area. I highly recommend this place if you love authentic soul food, great customer service, and a vibrant atmosphere. FYI: Parking is plentiful, but it would probably be best to make a reservation beforehand. I have heard this place can get packed.

    We drove over 30 minutes in a bad storm for the live entertainment that never showed that lost them…read morea star, but we were hungry so stayed for the food, which according to other reviews was really good. I beg to differ. I ordered the Corn dog, Mac n cheese, fried okra and the honey butter corn bread was complimentary. I had asked for my okra extra crispy and not only did it come mushy, but it was also pretty cold by time it reached the table. The Mac n Cheese was cold and so greasy I couldn't even finish it. As for the corn dog, it was the only thing that showed up hot and it wasn't even cooked all the way through! It was all golden looking on the outside, but mushy on the inside. The service was basically non existent and being busy wasn't the reason. We're going to end this review on a positive note because I truly dislike writing bad reviews, but they are necessary for the sake of honesty. The ONLY reason they're getting the two stars is for the cornbread which was an ooey gooey, honey buttery mouthful of happy and would be the only thing I recommend (of what I had) there. I would have sent everything back had I been able to locate our waitress. I don't recommend this place when there are so many others that are way above them in quality, quantity and cost for what you get.

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    Crescent Moon Coffee Bar & Cafe - Zucchini quiche and white chocolate maple latte

    Crescent Moon Coffee Bar & Cafe

    4.3(165 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $

    Crescent Moon Coffee Bar & Cafe in Cypress has been around forever. I actually tried it years ago…read morewhen it first opened, liked it fine back then, but for whatever reason never made it back... until today. Now I remember why. To be fair, the staff was hustling hard--everyone looked like they were running on pure adrenaline trying to keep up, and they were still friendly despite the chaos. No complaints there; they're clearly doing their best. The place itself is tiny and feels cramped even when it's half-empty. Tables are squeezed together, and the ceiling (yikes) is absolutely caked with years of dust and cobwebs. I couldn't stop staring up at it while I waited, and it honestly made my skin crawl a little. Menu is huge and looks promising, but I just wanted a simple London fog (it's not even listed, but most coffee shops can make one). What I got tasted like faintly-earl-grey-flavored hot water with a splash of milk. I watched them make it--they literally just dropped a tea bag in a cup, poured hot water, added a quick shot of vanilla syrup, and handed it over. No steeping, no real effort. For almost $6, it was honestly insulting. I finished maybe a third of it out of politeness and bolted. Two stars instead of one because the employees were trying and the place has clearly been a neighborhood staple for a long time, but everything else felt tired and neglected. I won't be rushing back.

    Lovely little cafe that I came upon by chance. I had a DELISH caprese sandwich that was…read morefantastically flavorful and served with kettle chips and fruit. I'm delighted by the lady on staff (maybe the owner?) taking counter orders and I will definitely be back

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