Ascension Coffee - Design District

The ambiance was amazing! I love the whole vibe and the decor. I’m a coffee snob and have to say that I had the best cold brew here. It’s strong, delicious, and definitely doesn’t have that bitter taste! The food was so delicious! I’ll definitely come back when I’m in the Dallas area again!

The coffee at Ascension is 5⭐️ but the food is generally 3⭐️. The service averages out to be good because some of the staff are exceptional (Michael) and others allow their personal life struggles to bleed into their work demeanor. The atmosphere teeters between being really good and ok depending on how well the air conditioning is cooling and dehumidifying the place and how clean the staff cleans up the dining room. Overall, the probability is that you’ll have a good experience at this location.

This used to be my favorite cafe in dallas and their drinks and coffee are still top notch. I tried their riverside punch (Kyoto cold brew with chai) and it was delicious. Well-balanced flavors and surprisingly refreshing But I am very disappointed in the baked goods. I ordered a fresh croissant at 9am and asked for it to be toasted, the croissant came completely stale and tasted like it had been left on the counter for a day. The dough was so tough and dry to chew and swallow. The waiter confirmed that it was fresh from bakery that they received in the morning. Truly unacceptable quality. I took a bite and told the waiter that it's inedible, he threw the croissant away but I still got charged (which I'm okay with). I had their brunch food in the past which I liked but this croissant puts me off and made me doubtful of their other food offerings. I will only return for drinks in the future. Baked goods should be fundamental of a boutique coffee shop. This is truly disappointing.

Coffee is great, the atmosphere is solid if you want to work quietly or come here for meetings. Healthy options for food that is delicious. Very friendly staff. Conveniently located in Design District.

The manager, Andrew, goes above and beyond for all his customers. I wish I could name all the employees that have positively impacted my experiences over the years but I would surely run out of room in this review. From deliciously consistent lattes in the mornings to full meals in the afternoon, they've never missed the mark. This is by far the best location; esthetics, atmosphere, location, staff, service, and food/drinks. Seasonal drink specials are a must try, and you can never go wrong with the Italian Pane Aria for lunch. Quick and friendly service everytime, but you can expect longer waits on the busy weekends (they're incredibly popular, what can more can I say)

I honestly don’t understand how this place is getting the ratings it has. From the start, the table we sat at wasn’t clean, and even after asking, no one came to wipe it down. We also asked for tissues but never got any response. The food was a huge disappointment—the bacon was undercooked, the French toast was bland, and the coffee somehow tasted oily, which was very off-putting. Overall, the food was barely edible. Definitely not worth the hype. I will not be recommending Ascension Coffee, and I won’t be visiting again.

I haven’t been here in years. But coming back the atmosphere was very nice and inviting. I sat outside on the outdoor patio to get some work done however they didn’t have any outlets outside, but they did have an outlet inside at a round table that I eventually moved to. The weight staff was very kind and attentive. The food was excellent and came out quickly. I can definitely see myself visiting again.

Had another wonderful experience here. Brought my SVP of sales here for coffee & breakfast when he was in town. We met the Manager, Andrew, and he sat down with us as we had a few questions regarding partnering together for facilities services for all their locations. Highly recommend this restaurant for sit down or for coffee to-go! So many options to choose from, and so good that I keep coming back!

I always love Ascension! Came here to pick up a go hi order and it was a great experience as always. My order was not only ready, but it was correct including the additional things I placed in the notes because it wasn't an option in the system! I had the migas with vegan chorizo and added tortilla. Also had the blueberry muffin which is literally my favorite muffin! It's SO good! I ended up doubling back in the afternoon with friends because it was close to where we were. I had the espresso flight and fries. The fries were great once we had them remade. Our server was awesome! She gave great recommendations! The place wasn't too packed at the time so the vibe was chill. I enjoyed the drinks and the opportunity to try something different! The club soda to cleanse the palate was perfect!

Very popular brunch spot!! I had made a reservation through Yelp, but they said they don't take reservations on the weekend. So make sure you show up ready to wait in that case. However, we got lucky and were seated shortly after we arrived because someone had just left! The space is big with tables, couches, nooks, chairs, and also a tiny reading corner! There's also outdoor seating! The matcha latte with oat milk was good, as was the espressos martini flight!! I got the brekky power bowl, which was very filling and a perfect mix of healthy ingredients! Our waitress was very friendly and attentive too! If you don't valet park, it's hard to find street parking. Amazing place overall!

Excellent coffee and espresso drinks plus a good selection of food, a wider selection and better quality than you'll find at most coffee shops. Ascension roasts their own beans and their drinks are better balanced than most coffee shops. Parking is the only real negative of this Design District location. There's not a lot of self parking but they do have a free valet. When you enter, you can go to the coffee bar at the left for to-go orders or go right, grab a menu, and seat yourself for dine-in service. A server will come by to take your drink and food orders. My lavender latte with hemp milk had an excellent lavender flavor and was nice and balanced, not too sweet or overpowering of the espresso. The Mediterranean Salad was excellent as well. I've had other drinks and food at Ascension in the past and have always enjoyed what I had.

The restaurant has free valet. The server was great and confirmed we enjoyed our food. I had a fried chicken sandwich and added bacon with fries. The fries weren't fresh, so the kitchen prepared us new fries which were much better. I also had a dulce de leche espresso martini and it was delicious. I would come back here. It's a nice place to hang out even if you are working.

More than just a coffee shop. There's a counter for carryout but also dine-in options. Coffee is so good and strong. Ordered a veggie omelet. It was delicious. Waitress was very kind. I'm coming back for sure.

Super cute spot with quick grab and to options as well as a full service restaurant. Great service and the food was delicious. But the espresso martini flight stole the show hands down. Their espresso martini flights rotate with the season so we got the holiday ones and they were AMAZING!

Food is good. Coffee is good. Service is slow. They have coffee flights!!! That just makes me excited. We got the holiday coffee flight. It comes with 3 coffees and a seltzer water. I really enjoyed the peppermint mocha, wasn't a huge fan of holiday cookie or gingerbread. I had the power bowl for breakfast and it was good and different. The chickpeas in it were interesting but I did enjoy it. I added some bacon. Can't go wrong there! Others at the table got the breakfast sandwich, the migas, and the brunch burger. All were good. Give this place a try! However, come early. It got busy and that's when service got very spotty. Parking lot is also busy and they do offer valet.

We went the morning after Thanksgiving for a quick coffee and saw their brunch menu, which brought us back to dine in the following morning! I'm glad we came because their holiday latte flight was delightful. I also got the quiche with side salad. It was packed inside but we saw that the outdoor patio was open (it was pretty cold but we bundled up) and ended up getting a river front view during brunch.

Came here with some friends for brunch. We were seated promptly. Service was a bit slow but that's Kay we had fun chatting. This location is so cute I had never been to this one. Much more of a brunch spot then the downtown location. I got the Carmel frappe which was delicious! I also got the bacon egg and cheese on a croissant, sooo good! My friend got the triple onion bagel and loved it! The sweet potato hash did come out a bit cold. Overall I'd come back again

Host had a unnecessary attitude which set the tone for the slow and unmotivated customer service-- the staff didn't seem attentive or caring towards the customers, often forgetting things and not checking to see if people waiting had received their food/drinks. Once we mentioned still needing my breakfast sandwich it was found already ready--just sitting there. Overall the food/coffee was amazing, which is why I wouldn't give less stars but can we do better? w your staff especially not caring attitude-- we were "To go" mind you, because the server/host (long hair tied up--in black) who asked us awkwardly if we "thought we were about to try to dine in" bc the tables were full (not a greeting or welcome) was eye rolling just ab everything since we walked in, when he would get food from kitchen say a few things look around then boom another eyeroll The guy was offputting -__-

I'll definitely be stopping by again! Despite it being a busy afternoon, the service was quick. Good eats and coffee! Highly recommend trying the Brekky Power Bowl! Only downside to this location would have to be its very limited parking especially during busy days.

I love ascension! They have Great food! Great atmosphere! Good place for coffee, work, lunch or brunch! I love the bowls for lunch or the Mediterranean wrap & for breakfast the coffee!!! Aussie bacon egg roll & the avocado toast with poached eggs on top of delicious Grain Bread! Can't go wrong with just about any of the specials!

Quick trip to Texas and we found this spot within walking distance. When we walked in we were greeted by servers in passing saying we could be seated wherever we liked. We saw a mixture of people working with laptops or seated casually with friends/family. The decor was simple, mixed decor with some feathery touches on lamp shades, simple colors on the walls. My husband decided on the brunch burger added an egg to his meal & a horchata latte. I tried an ascension omelette with ham and veggies, first ordering a strawberry matcha but preferring the horchata latte. The server was happy to swap my drink out and correct my order when it initially came out incorrect. Overall was a good experience, nice brunch spot to stop into with friendly servers, a decent amount of menu options for all tastebuds and dietary needs.

Stopped by for a quick matcha pick up. It's open seating and they have another line for take out. The parking lot is crowded but they have few designated spots for take out and offer valet as well. The matcha was delicious! I've had Ascension at another location before. I'd recommend the iced drinks over the hot.

This is a great place to grab coffee and breakfast. The staff here is so kind and welcoming! I love the horchata latte and the veggie sammie.

Aussie Sandwich, Turkey Club with Caesar Salad Not bad. Aussie sandwich was good as usual. Turkey club was a little dry. Caesar salad was not bad, standard

First: Keep the tables wiped down so that customers do not arrive to dirty tables covered in remnant crumbs, butter, and left overs. Second: keep menus wiped off so customers do not receive menus with remnants. Third: good job of greeting customers. Keep that up. That was the only reason I stayed to check out the food. Atmosphere decent because of the greeting that was proffered.

Pretty great vibes! 1. Love that the free valet 2. Top notch drinks and coffee 3. Food can be a bit hit or miss for me but I will say when I went with a big group everyone finished their plates 4. I think the price is reasonable for the area 5. Great working spot with lots of places to charge your laptop, good wifi or even take meetings and it's not too loud

My absolutely favorite remote work place. Plenty of seating with plugs. Great service. Great food & coffee selection. Pro tip: there's a free parking lot behind the apartments right by the shop.

The food was ok.. it's the environment. I enjoyed myself in this relaxing and work stimulating atmosphere. The server wasn't annoying. Meaning, he didn't constantly come to me each minute while I was there disturbing my work. When I was ready to order he was on it! And even though it was a packed house, I was still able to concentrate because the noise level wasn't loud. As for the food, it was simply okay. For the price I expected a burst of flavor in each bite. The omelette asked for more seasonings and not to be burnt. Yes, an omelette is burnt when the outside is brown. It was also folded like a taco rather than a burrito. A taco omelette does now exist! It wasn't good though. I didn't finished it! What I did finish was the mimosa! I'll try the food again because of the service and atmosphere.

My spot for the best bacon egg croissant ! Coffee is fantastic too and the pancakes are Perfect . The staff is also very friendly .

Came here for a second time on a Saturday morning around 11 AM. I was really craving their coconut Chia seed pudding that I had last time. Parking was very full and there is a valet, but we ended up parking on the street around the corner. Inside was not as full as the parking Strawberry Matcha latte (hot) - very evident Matcha and strawberry flavor. Very nice flavor and presentation. I would definitely recommend this and would get again. Lavender latte (cold) - Evident lavender flavor. Espresso Cruffin - Like a stuffed croissant. Very nice flavor inside. Very light and flakey. A nice small sweet treat. Would recommend. House cured salmon Benedict (no arugula) - Poached easy eggs were cooked perfectly. The caper hollandaise sauce pairs perfectly with the smoked salmon and the tomato helps cut the saltiness of the dish. The toast was quite crispy & stretchy and difficult to cut with the knife IMO. Potatoes were soggy, but very nicely seasoned and had good flavor. I was thoroughly satisfied with this dish. I would recommend and get again. Overall, this place hasn't failed to please. Service is always really great. Food has a unique spin on classics, has good flavors, as well as presentation. The environment and atmosphere is casual, with a slight relaxed and welcoming bohemian feel. I looked forward to trying other things on their menu. I would recommend this place and I would come back.

Looked for a breakfast spot near an appt i had later and stumbled upon this one. The location has complimentary valet so be sure to use that. The restaurant is great for a quick bite some coffee or to do school work/ business in. I had the migas and that was amazing. They use sweet potatoes vs russet and that was a great change to the norm. The horchata latte is highly recommended snd tastes exactly like you'd want. It's not to loud and spaced out enough so you can easily have a simple conversation no matter the size of your party

This Ascension location is one of my favorites, not sure if it's the first, but it's my original. Coffee is great, most importantly. Food, consistently excellent - I love the sweet potato hash. And service is always nice. The remodel and larger space here is wonderful as well, just too bad they can't create about 50 more nearby parking spots!

Horchata latte. Delicious. Cali burrito (on weekend menu), delicious. This came with dipping sauces that were so yummy on the burrito. Only disappointment was that a kid's pancake was $6, only comes with a piece of bacon, might be nice if it came with an egg. Some substitutions were also not available, given the vibe, you'd expect there would be more available meat substitutions. Over all, it's a nice vibe. Our server was attentive, but it was also not super busy. Went on a Saturday morning for breakfast.

Came here on a Saturday morning to grab breakfast/brunch. I ordered the horchata latte and my bf ordered the mocha latte. I really enjoyed the horchata latte flavor but it was overly sweet. I didn't get a chance to try the mocha latte but my boyfriend loved it. I ordered the eggs Benedict and it was incredible. The potatoes were delicious as well. My boyfriend ordered the salmon Benedict and it looked really good too. They used a thick piece of bread in the salmon Benedict instead of English muffins. Our waitress was super sweet but she didn't check up on us/took a long time to bring the check. Ambiance was pretty nice, it's pretty loud in here. If you're trying to do any work make sure to bring headphones!

Came here back to back just because I love the location, ambiance, service, and of course the food! With the recommendation from Andrew, I got the Latin grain bowl with seared chicken! I enjoyed it and all of the amazing veggies that made this dish filling.

I opted to sit outside however no one took our order in a timely manner. They have heated lamps outside that's out of propane. I'm honestly disappointed. No matter how many people is inside this is beyond unacceptable

I come here very often and always enjoy it. I love the food, love the service, and the location. Love how they greet me and my dog as well. I would recommend this place to anyone that wants to go out for brunch or just go read/work on work stuff. They have a patio and plenty of seats inside. Thank you Kalvin for always being on top of things, service is much appreciated. 10/10

Omg I stopped by after a day of museums with My little brother. The food was amazing and the coffee was delicious. The place is very trendy with cool Vibes

Cute and comfy atmosphere, great service, with plenty of delicious offerings! Highly recommend the London Fog, the Cali Burrito, the Salmon Benedict, and the Espresso Martini flight!

This is our go to coffee shop!! Service is always good and are drinks tasty! It might be a minute for your drink to get to you but it's normally worth the wait. Tried the Mediterranean chicken wrap today and I was very good 10/10!

This place was cute and so quaint. We just wanted a small filler before dinner. Our server was so cool and matched the vibes of the place. We got here later in the day so it was calm and right in time for a happy hour drink that they offer! Would stop in here again next time we visit Dallas!

Good: The from-desk service, hospitality and ambiance looks festive and promising! Bad: The seated service was underwhelming. Verdict: We will be back to give them a 2nd try.

I'm so glad I found this place on yelp to have breakfast at while I was visiting this area of Texas.:) I found it very unique that this coffee house offers breakfast, brunch, wine and the most decadent, rich, flavorful coffees ever. If your a pumpkin, dark chocolate, mocha, or any other rich flavored coffee person you'll love this place. The blends as well as the coffee menu is very unique an aesthetically pleasing. The food was great and the customer service was of high standard. They have seating inside as well as outside. and the decorations inside make you feel as though you are in a high end restaurant.

The food is very mid to say the least. It lacks flavor and just not great. I got the Migas and chicken sandwich and the migas had absolutely no flavor. For chorizo this is surprising. The chicken sandwich also wasn't very good and without hot sauce would've not been great. The fries were just okay. We got our meal before our mimosas. We didn't get our mimosas until we were half way done with our meal and had to ask 3 times. Def won't be back.

I continue to give this place a chance. Every time, SLOW service & slow on food. Today, served cold Benedict. Couldn't tell anyone bc no one came by or was around. We had to get up and get our coffee from batista bar and had to get up to find someone to give us a to go box. One server, 7 tables and ABSOLUTELY NO HELP, no hostess, no busses. I​ come from F&B background (decade). If you are going to run short staffed, a MANAGER needs to have the 1 SERVER'S BACK. It has been like this everything I come. The servers are always over run and without support. They do try really hard to be pleasant. ​it

Staff is incredibly attentive and friendly. Food is incredible. Coffee and beverage options are next level. I had the brekky power bowl (pictured) and am now addicted. We sat outside in the cute shaded greenery filled porch with our dogs (who were happily greeted and given pup cups by the staff). Could not recommend this place enough!

Ran in here after eating at next door Meddlesome Moth to grab some caffeine to power through the afternoon. The interior is very bright and airy, with more seating than I expected. It's pretty loud inside, so not sure if this is really the right space to read or work. More of a brunch vibe than a coffeeshop vibe, which is fine! They have a full menu with breakfast and lunch options, and breakfast is served all day. The service was very sweet and polite, but sadly pretty slow. It felt like we were standing waiting for the two lattes we ordered for a long time. I thought the price was reasonable though. I ordered an iced salted caramel mocha latte. The coffee flavor was pretty good, and I got the mocha, but sadly no trace of salted caramel in the flavor profile. Still, it was a decent drink that got the job done. They have a couple other locations around Dallas, and their menu looks pretty good. Might be worth a try if the vibe is to your liking!

One of the best breakfasts that I have ever had. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Not a fan of the coffee, sorry.

I stopped in around 4p on a Sunday and snagged a barstool. Service was 5 STAR!!! So friendly and cute! I had the Horchata latte with oatmilk, a must! and a brekke croissant sandwich to hold me over until dinner later that evening since I hadn't had very much to eat this day. I have a feeling Ascension will be my new go to place! I hope all locations are equally as amazing as this location and their staff were. Did I mention their Espresso Martini??? Yea! You're gonna need one of those ;)

Good coffee, service was neutral and pretty slow. Pretty expensive as well. Classy atmosphere

First of all, when Ascension was one building, back before they decided they needed growth, everything was amazing. The coffee was always fresh and the food offerings were amazing. Went to the Design District location this morning because I saw on Tik Tok that they had a holiday coffee flight and, if I'm anything, I'm a bougie coffee girlie! Horrible disappointment. The white chocolate mocha peppermint latte was way too mocha-y, the holiday cookie latte tasted like synthetic alcohol, and the yule brew tasted like they dipped a chai bag into water for two seconds before serving. Then the brunch. My husband's lox bagel was the best thing ever. Delicious. However, my chicken and waffles.... Chicken was okay. Nothing special. At least it wasn't dry like the waffle. Cardboard. Absolute trash and syrup didn't even soften it up. When the staff asked how everything was, we told them it wasn't good and we were very disappointed. We were told "Sorry about that. That'll be $50". Not even an offer to comp. I just feel like there's absolutely no love put into the menu here. It's based off whatever will sell and then rushed out to appease people when all we really want is good food and customer service.

This is my second time coming & I'm really just not impressed. The grilled chicken sandwich was just ok, no flavor but the white poblano soup was really good. I came here for vibes to work so that was cool. My server Adrian was 5/5 but the food here isn't great. I would come for wine & coworking vibes.

Overall seems like a good brunch spot in Dallas. The coffee was good, the food for us was hit or miss. I ordered the Ascension brew (coffee) and it was the first time I tasted coffee so fruity! I almost wonder if they added something to it, but I didn't end up asking. I also tried the pandan latte, which was good and had a subtle pandan flavor. I think it's a normal amount of sweet, but too sweet for me and my partner. My partner ordered the fried chicken and waffles, it honestly didn't look good and the chicken was hard to cut. Our friends ordered the Aussie sandwich (which looked really good), and some bagels/croissant (average). Not too many people when we went (before 10am on a Sunday) and it seemed like a spot you could do work/study when it's not busy. Service was friendly.

We stayed at a hotel nearby for a weekend....I came to Ascension 6 or 7 times over 48 hours. The service was excellent, food was great, coffee was fantastic, staff was friendly and smiling, manager was kind and attentive to patrons and his staff....I could go on and on and on. If you're in the area, go see them. You won't be disappointed!

Was nearby for a camera show and wanted to grab some coffee. I love that there is 10 min take out parking available just for these quick pick ups. I didn't know the menu but ordered an americano and their bahkti chai latte. Because I saw the gigantic chocolate chip cookie in the case, I had to get one! So I don't know if it was just a very busy time or what, I got an iced americano (different size) than I ordered. They were nice to redo my order right away! Their chai latte has a stronger 'spice' than usual and I really liked that. But what I liked even more was that I could get it with almond milk. Overall a good experience, need to try some of the food items, the orders coming out looked quite good!

This was my husband and I's first stop for some coffee after arriving in Dallas. I saw lots of great recommendations online and it was near the airport which was perfect for us. We got our food to go since we wanted to get on the road. We had a terrible time finding parking and there was construction at their intersection so it did not make parking somewhere else and walking to it easy. The employee was not friendly at all and even cut me off before I was done speaking. My cold brew and with cold cream was just meh, my lemon blueberry scone was good.

this place was so cute AND good. I got the misas, my husband got the steak hash & our daughter got the kids french toast. the mood was relaxed, it was beautiful, the service was great & the food was good!! thank you.