Merit Coffee

Merit Coffee is seriously one of the best spots around!The second you walk in, it just feels warm and welcoming. Merit is perfect whether you're a total coffee purist or just stopping by for a quick pick me up.Their coffee? Absolutely top-notch. Every cup is brewed to perfection, super flavorful, and just the right strength.And their pastries? So good! Fresh, delicious, and the perfect little treat to go with your drink.The ambiance is always chill and relaxed. But honestly, what really makes the place stand out is the staff. They're super friendly, really know their stuff, and always happy to help you find the perfect drink or snack.I'm definitely going back soon.

I had heard many outstanding reviews about Merit Coffee, so I wanted to try them. I was nearby for an event and walked to Merit, though parking can be minimal. Upon walking in, I was greeted and left to look at their menu. I decided to try their seasonal holiday blend, black, and was given a big mug; as I had mentioned, I intended to stay on the premises. It was a cold day, and I wanted to get some work done, but unfortunately, all of the tables were taken inside. Outside, there was plenty of additional seating, but there weren't any heaters. This is a coffee shop, so it's not a big deal. When I ordered, the Wi-Fi and password were readily available on the counter, making connecting to the Internet easy. The baristas didn't seem too friendly, though they seemed busy.I took off a star as I wished the baristas were more inviting. This was my first time there, and it took me a bit to figure out the place's vibe. I also wished they served coffee from a different region besides Ethiopia. Ethiopian coffee beans have a huge fan base, but I wanted to try coffee from other areas.I still enjoyed their coffee, though I probably would take it away next time. I'd like to go back to try one of their pour-overs.

If you are craving for the most amazingly roasted coffee beans to give your coffee that rich flavor, this is your place. A townhouse turned cafe, their aesthetics are so lovely and the queue is never ending (given the coffee is legit one of the best in town). Also tried their almon croissant, DELICIOUS! Definitely coming back for so much more.Thanks for the perfect morning coffee team :)

Amazing strawberry matcha! This location is so cuuuuuute! The building is historic and the patio is so dreamy off of south Lamar. I signed up for the rewards and got a free drink of my choice for my birthday - honestly such a nice small gesture that will make me likely to return in the future. Inside is super clean and has restrooms and staff was so friendly. Drink came out in less than 5 minutes.

BEST STRAWBERRY MATCHA!! The strawberry matcha was perfectly sweet. Only thing is like 8 dollars for a 12 oz??

Nice ambiance food, latte, hot chocolate, croissant. It was very crowded because President's Day holiday which made the service slow.

This place has their own parking so it's convenient. Their drinks are decent. It's always super crowded weekdays or weekends. Finding a spot might be a challenge

I've been to other Merit Coffee but I like the ambiance of this location the most. I got the strawberry matcha and it was delicious! Overall I like the seating area more and it didn't feel as busy as the others I've been to. This might have to be my new favorite.

The strawberry matcha latte was so good. Missing one star as the place was small and packed, but besides that it's a good coffee spot.

I like Merit and frequent their other location but have never been here. This coffee shop is located in a historical site/house and has a little plaque on the outside for info. It has indoor and outdoor seating, busy even when I went in early in the morning around 7. Outside seating can be loud since its on S Lamar. Matcha I got was alright but the croissants look super. They have a bit of parking but S Lamar can be busy. Overall nice experience