Giant Leap Coffee

Had a matcha latte w the seasonal Blackberry Sun syrup and it was so good. The super soft and fluffy almond croissant was also delicious. Cute small interior. Loved the way they displayed the tea options and their gold honey comb ceiling.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5) Giant Leap Coffee is in a great location nestled within a trendy shopping area—perfect for grabbing a cup while browsing nearby stores. There are some inviting outdoor seating options that make it easy to relax and people-watch. Indoor seating is more limited but cozy. I ordered a cortado, which was exceptionally smooth and well-balanced—a definite highlight. The almond croissant had a lovely flavor, though I wish it had a flakier, more crisp exterior for that ideal bite. The vegan chorizo empanada had great seasoning, but it was a bit over-fried—some parts were too hard to enjoy, and I would’ve liked a bolder chorizo punch. That said, I’m curious to try their pastries again earlier in the day, as I visited in the mid-afternoon and suspect they’d be fresher in the morning. The staff was excellent—friendly, efficient, and welcoming, which really elevated the experience. I’ll definitely be back to sample more soon.

First time visiting with my boyfriend and we loved it! I got one of their seasonal drinks, the Vanilla Rose and he got the Saturn Loops. We were very surprised with the good quality of the coffee and also the customer service. The espresso and flavor was a perfect balance, not too sweet and not too bitter. I took off one star only because they do not offer any sugar free options, which is a bummer since majority of the time I do have to watch my sugar - however, we thought the place was very cute, the service was speedy and its overall a great place to chill/hang out at. We will be back to try more!

I really enjoy their coffee but it’s more of a grab and go place as they only have 3-4 seats inside with no tables. There are seats and tables outside but it’s futile in the summer heat.

Leap, hop, skip, jump, walk, bike, skate, scoot, or just drive on over to Giant Leap for the best coffee in Houston. I’ve been coming here for years. The best espresso roast and flat white I’ve ever had which makes them the best Coffee shop in Houston and in the country in my opinion. I’ve not found anyone to beat the espresso taste. What makes Giant Leap #1 in the coffee landscape in Houston? Check out these details: Roaster: Amaya Coffee - The best mid scale roaster in the country (my opinion) Roast: Light Medium Notes: Toffee; Buttery and Toasty notes with a hint of smoke (Absolutely divine) Quality: Fresh tasting with a moderate amount of crema. No bitterness or acidity which means no aftertaste. I recommend and love their Bergamot Lavender Oat milk flat white. Note: because of their delicious medium roast, I recommend a flat white or a latte with an extra shot of espresso. You got to order it this way or you might not like it cause the espresso can get lost in the milk on the latte.

Lovely spot for coffee with chill outdoor seating for a lovely me time corner or just simply chill with a friend or two. Had been one of my favorite coffee sport for years, and the second I moved back I went for a visit, same old welcoming atmosphere. Loving it 🥰

Really loved this coffee shop! The seating is very minimal and difficult if you are coming here to work. But the coffee is so good!! The staff is very nice and helpful. They have unique options with homemade syrups, and the coffee is very balanced and not too sweet. Plus they give you cute cups if you are staying to hangout! Definitely recommend 😊☕️

Located in the Uptown Park shopping area, Giant Leap Coffee is the perfect spot for a quick grab-and-go coffee situation and/or to sit outside with friends for a chat. While there are only four indoor seats alongside the window, making indoor wfh opportunities minimal, there is plenty of seating outside — though sitting outside may not be advisable during Houston’s peak heat times so be warned and don’t forget to hydrate! I would say pricing is on par with my time living in NYC, making Giant Leap Coffee on the higher end of coffee shop prices in Houston. I spent $7.58 for an iced latte with oat milk. They do unfortunately charge an alt milk tax ($1 as of 06/2025), so my lactose intolerant people be warned. Syrups are an additional $1, which again, is on the pricier side I’ve seen for this charge.

I've been here many times and I love this place! Giant Leap Coffee is located in Uptown Park in Post Oak so it is perfect to get a coffee and go walk around check out the shops or get some food. What I ordered : Large Matcha with Sizzurp syrup (from Summer menu) This place offers different seasonal drinks! So they always have something special items for the current season. Right now they have a summer seasonal menu featuring 4 drinks Inside is quite small not big enough to sit and work or study. This is more of a pick up and go or sit outside as they have chairs outside mini patio. I love the customer service, staff is always friendly, helpful with recommendations, and staff asks if you want a 16oz or 20oz which I appreciate as some coffee spots will forget to ask you about the size of drink you'd like.

Came for for a quick cup of coffee. This is very much a togo type of place, as it is tiny and located in the middle of Uptown Park. There's literally four stools and a few outdoor tables in terms of seating, so be prepared for that. I ordered my usual of iced matcha, and my friend ordered a macchiato with extra foam. They had a lot of trouble making my friend's order and kept suggesting a latte instead, which he didn't want. At the end, he found the espresso a bit too strong and asked for a bit of milk and more foam , which they poured a lot of both and then proceeded to tell him he should have ordered a cappuccino. He didn't finish the drink, as it was not what he wanted. There was no follow up as to whether he enjoyed the newly doctored drink. Oh well. My iced matcha on the other hand was very good.

I tried an ice d hot flat white . It was fine. The beans were a bit acidic and light. They definitely steamed the hot flat white perfectly. But the flavors just wasnt for me. I can definitely see why it's popular if those type of beans are your flavor profile. The service was a bit slow. They definitely took their time and did not care too much about getting you out quick. So if you got the time, go for it.

I got the latte with the rosemary and lemon syrup ($6). It was delicious! The barista described the flavor like the Girl Scout cookies lemon cookie. I agree! It had a nice strong lemon flavor, with just a touch of the rosemary. The rosemary made it taste slightly like a candle (just because it reminded me of a perfume), but not in a bad way at all. It just added some depth to the flavor profile. This is a cool coffee shop that seems to utilize a median space in a nice shopping outlet. There is limited bar seating inside the store. It is quite small inside. There are 4-5 larger circular tables outside with big umbrellas. This is probably one of the most unique syrups that I have tried before. I will definitely be back!

The best matcha lattes in Houston! This place is so cute and the service is always great. Their coffee and matcha lattes are my favorite. Definitely one of the best coffee spots in Houston (:

Meh. Not great. Tiny and packed in the morning. Way too pricey for a tiny cappuccino and tasted burnt which means mostly likely I am not used to the beans (acidic) but def not my favorite. They are WAY too busy talking and chatting back there to focus on what they are doing. This is why people go to Starbucks it's reliable and decent. I won't be back.

Nice people and good coffee. The managers are the nicest people ever! Definitely recommend!

We tried this place yesterday. We got vanilla lattes with oat milk and breakfast tacos. The coffees were way too sweet and not balanced and the tacos from taco deli were the worst potato tacos I've ever eaten. Can't speak for other items but I won't be going back.

This is a nice coffee place opened early for coffee, tea, and hot chocolate drinkers. I was going to get a hot chocolate but decided not to. The staff is very nice to offer you suggestions if you need them. The place is small but it's clean and they get you out soon. They are very friendly and they also have chairs for sitting inside or outside. Not many. I'm sure most people take thier orders to go. They have beautiful plants in the back of the Cafe. Some have little babies hidden in them. Cute cafe.

The coffee and specialty drinks were phenomenal. My wife got the Matcha and it was incredible. Staff was friendly and very helpful. The location is in a great spot for shopping and just hanging out if you need to. Not a ton of space inside for seating so either go during good weather or take it to go!

Giant Leap is hands down one of my favorite coffee shops in the city. Although there isn't a large amount of seating, the attention here is definitely on making quality coffee. Every time I visit the coffee is excellent and the service is kind. Syrups are handmade with a focus on highlighting their current roasts which makes this place even more special. I can't help but go once a week to enjoy excellent coffee on my days off.

Disclaimer: I'm on a hunt for the best cafe to work from as I'm working remote. My review is based on factors for a good place to work from and not necessarily the coffee or food. Overall OKAY cafe for work and but great for coffee. Noise level - did not measure. But estimated to be quiet conversation level. But too close to others (because it's a small space) to be comfortable to be in a meeting without noise interruptions. Wifi speed - did not measure. But was fast for documents. Power plugs - about 4 Seats - 3 indoors. 10 outdoors. Real small indoors area. Parking - free more than 10 lots The service was great the barista was friendly. My cortado was strong. My croissant was tasty and crispy.

This cozy coffee place offers a smaller variety but feels more boutique. The coffee was ok, my husband really liked it, but I prefer a less strong blend of coffee. The baristas were friendly and we didn't have wait too long for the coffee. Small portions, still $$

I only got a Tarra-Former Matcha Latte and it was interesting. So it was a salted honey tarragon flavor and I've never had anything like it before. I thought it tasted very nutty which I enjoyed. The service was really good and it was small but cute and quiet. Nice place to get work done. And I would definitely come here to work on my laptop or just meet up with a friend. I definitely want to go back and try a regular matcha latte.

I'm a lover of coffee. I ordered an iced vanilla latte and it was very fresh. I hate when you can taste the overcooked grounds. I also got and apple cinnamon pastry. Oh me, oh my! I loved it. Try the pastries. You only live once.

I liked it inside , service was nice . Coffee decent. I didn't eat but enjoyed it as a work place WiFi works great.

Aw! This place is just a tiny pop up with almost nowhere to sit. :( Cool theme though.

A waste of $8. It looks like a container box and you enter and you don't get the cleanliest vibe. Kind of grungy hippie ick. I got a cold drink that was leaking all over and asked they refresh it. That means either remake the drink or at least pour into a new cup. The rude girl with bad attitude wiped down the cup with a dirty rag then gave it back to me -- now sticky. Disgusting. I threw it out and walked out and contacted my credit card to chargeback the waste. Poor customer service and worse hygiene - God only knows what kind of standards they maintain for their ingredients and equipment if they think dirty sticky cup is serviceable. The only people who should check out this container cesspit is the Health Dept.

We keep coming back to this place for their signature flavor combos like their I.S.S. latte or this month's special, the strawberry bagel latte, neither of which tasted artificial/synthetic or as if the name influenced the flavor of each bev (know what I mean?). It's a tight space behind the counter, so staff communication and physical maneuvering stand out in a collective way, especially behind the espresso machine where there's never just one person. Love that skinny double jigger they use for measuring certain ingredients while building drinks. Their indoor and outdoor spaces have never been dirty. And yesterday I saw an employee come out to ensure cleanliness while light-heartedly saying/gesturing something through the window to one of their coworkers indoors. My one gripe is that their window sill succulent collection is starting to chip away at my plant prejudice. Stop being political, Giant Leap. J/K.

Came by I've been really wanting to try this place. This place is so cute. I love the vibes. I got the Milky Way which I was told (warned) is their strong one. I liked it though, it was the perfect pick me up. It is quite strong. I can't wait to come back to try their other drinks. They don't really have seating inside but plenty of tables outside.

Americano is good Fresh and light which I love it a lot Service was mediocre with a little bit distant I would not it called it a good service The atmosphere it's like u r residing in a little box Very small place

Very taste capuchinos creamy and delicious nice place very cozy my husband loved and we enjoyed our time with cafesito

My friends and I got espresso here yesterday in the afternoon. The three employees were too busy chatting and laughing and it took us 25 minutes to order and get three shots of espresso. Horrible first experience! I will never come back here again!!

This is one of my favorite coffee shops. Everything they make is delicious and something about it is so wholesome.

Terrible customer service. Dealing with people and public can be difficult but it is a coffee shop designed to sell coffee. The coffee isn't special enough to outweigh the poor attitudes of service. It wasn't a one off event but over several visits. Going to find another place to find as good coffee or better coffee and certainly service. Good luck Giant Leap - really wanted to love it

Some might say that the coffee here is "out of this world", but is it worth the leap? I ordered a flat white with oat milk (hot) and it was delicious. Coffee was smooth and well balanced with a hint of bitterness, just how I like it. The interior is modern and cozy (not much... space). It's not the ideal place to sit down and study though due to the lack of tables and chairs, but it's good for the grab and go. Come to think of it, I don't recall any seating available inside - just a stand up table top mounted along the wall that's just wide enough to place your drink. There is seating outdoors (if you can bear the Houston summer heat). Overall, great place for coffee on the go!

Not gonna be a complete jerk and tear this place apart, but let's just say my experience was less than ideal. It's a cute coffee shop in the middle of the shopping center, so lots of parking and probably a good place to grab and go if you're in the plaza. Space - there is absolutely no space to work. There are maybe 4 high bar stools inside with a super thin table top along the edge of the store. No place to put your bags/purse. I was obviously trying to get some serious work done and some girls asked if she could borrow the stool I was using for my bag, then yelled my ear off for the next hour while she was talking to her friend at the coffeeshop. The only other place to sit were outside, but that wasn't an option at the time because it was pouring rain. Food - they have a few pastry options, so I decided to get a spinach/cheese pastry, which they served COLD. I tried to ask around to see if anyone could heat it up for me, took a very long time to make eye contact with someone, who eventually told me no they don't heat up pastries for you - which is really disgusting by the way, considering that they sell meat and cheese. The worst part is that my pastry had HAIR infused...not just a hair on the top I could easily remove, it was IN THERE baked within the pastry itself. Not that cold spinach pastry tastes good anyways but I wanted to GAG when I saw the hair and couldn't figure out how to pull it out. Coffee - was okay...overpriced as any small coffeeshop business and nothing too special in my opinion. I would maybe come back here if i happened to be at the plaza and needing a drink. But definitely not a comfortable place to eat or be productive.

Vibe- This is a cute coffee shop that's located in uptown park near the galleria. There's plenty of seating outside and there's 4 bar stools along the wall inside to sit. I asked one of the baristas about the story behind the shop and she explained that the owner grew up around NASA (a family meme we worked there) so you'll see some astronauts around the building. Customer service- Great! Food/drinks- Hot chai tea latte with oat milk, it was delicious. Definitely one of the best chai lattes I've had!!! Parking- There's plenty of parking spots right by the building and lots around in the lot the shop is located in.

Great place to grab coffee and chat with friends! We stopped by during our trip to texas and loved the aerospace theme! The chocolate chip cookie was really good and paired perfectly with my coffee. I wouldn't recommend this place to get work done as theres a few bar seats inside, unless youre okay with sitting outside

Ordered a Cafe Au Lait and got served weak drip coffee from a thermos. The service is great if you are looking to be served by a condescending hipster.

I usually don't visit the Uptown area but I came today for a coffee shop date with my friends. Luckily there was plenty of parking and the weather was beautiful for us to sit outside. I'm not an expert coffee drinker but I decided on the cappuccino with cinnamon for my sips today. My sweet treat was their cinnamon roll but it had the texture of a croissant, which I really enjoyed. The flaky, light yet crunchy pastry was just perfect with the cappuccino. Neither selection was overly sweet and that allowed me to enjoy them even more. I would suggest Giant Leap Coffee for a nice stop if you're in the area and need a quick pickup! Bianca

I love this place so much that I stopped going to Starbucks & come here instead. I never thought I'd see the day when I found a place good enough to dump Starbucks for. It's extremely tiny and I honestly can't get work done inside because you have no space away from others, but I'm just easily distracted. The patio is amazing though, so tiny yet somehow has plenty of seating or you could take your drink all around Uptown Park where you are sure to find a good place to sit. Their drip coffee is literally the best I've ever had and they offer all the alternative milk options. Most of the employees are super sweet and knowledgeable.

I stopped in really quick. Love the outside seating. It was nice day and just after the cold front hit and I was looking for something warm. The barista recommended oat milk and cinnamon in my chai tea. it was a bit pricey but worth every drop. Adding the cinnamon was a brilliant suggestion. It's not a big place. Tons of natural lighting. There is some indoor seating but really the heart of this place is outdoor seatings. They do sell some tshirts, and cups with Giant Leaf. Super cute. Stop in and then sit outside and enjoy the weather!

Ambiance: This is a cute coffee shop to quickly grab a coffee. The place is small and is no seating on the inside. There are couple of tables on the outside but there is no shade around this place. Coffee: They don't seem to have anything special on their menu. Coffee is not bad and not great either. Below average to average strength. Pastries: Didn't try any! Service: It was okay. We didn't feel the place to be warm and welcoming. Just order the coffee, take it and leave! Verdict: This place is just a simple/basic coffee shop, nothing impressive. We are not going back.

Great coffee shop with so much charm nestled into an unlikely parking spot. Their pastries they have are also incredible, but I judge a coffee shop on their classic brew with no add-ins & theirs is fantastic.

Coffee was pretty good, got a honey/cinnamon latte ($5.25) and it was perfect for the fall season. Decent size for the price. However, I came here to study and there was very little indoor seating and the tables are basically a window ledge. There is also the free uptown park WiFi but I had trouble connecting to it on my device. It's also kind of loud inside as the baristas prepare drinks plus the music but I was able to tune it out. There was some outdoor seating but it was a bit chilly outside. If you are shopping in this area and want a coffee/tea or just something to warm you up on a cool day, definitely check this out. Wouldn't recommend this as a study spot.

The best golden latte on the planet! I'm surprised other shops in Houston haven't caught on. Their people are amazing and Coffee and syrups are out of this world. My go to coffee spot in Houston. Only complaint, I soooooo miss the morning buns.

I have mixed feelings about this place. There's never a place for me to sit. There always seems to be a million people and a line to contend with. I don't mind a place being popular, but I do think there should be a time limit if you're going to come sit at a table and take it up for the day. I have come here a few times and just left after I've gotten in line because there's no place for me to sit. If you can get a place to sit, perfecto! But good luck.

After taking my 7 month old to a play class, all I wanted post class was an iced coffee! So on a nice day I headed over to Giant Leap. Well to sum this up my coffee was delicious until my lil spilled it all over me lol. The staff was SO helpful (not only when the drink was spilled but helpful from the time I stepped into the door). My drink was remade...I offered to repay and I was told mishaps happen! A small act with BIG impact. Just kind is the way to sum it up. KUDOS to you all! I like spending my dollars with kind people, so you will see me more!

No sugar free syrup options and they advertised malasada pastries and do not have any.

The staff here is not pleasant, the wait time for your order is excessive, the prices are high and the many rules to follow when entering the establishment are absurd - don't lean on the counter, close the door, don't hold the door open for guests, don't hold the door open due to the line extending outside, don't touch their plants, place your dishes in the assigned area, etc.

Cute little spot with lovely people a And a great outdoor space to enjoy the weather

Zero stars. Horrible staff. Took 20 minutes to make one coffee when I was the only person in the whole place. It's baffling how theses two people are employed. Coffee is subpar anyway. Do not come here.

Cute little coffeeshop with a changing variety of drinks and merch. I had the jasmine tea with honey, which was just what I needed after a big meal. Another day I went to Giant Leap I had their chai latte, which was warm and delish for the cold day. I'd recommend the chai latte or jasmine tea! My friend got a Milky Way. They were craving a Vietnamese iced coffee and they were recommended the Milky Way...jsyk, this drink is SRONG. Might need sweetener and more milk but if you drink it you will be jittery all day if you aren't a religious coffee drinker. Note there's barely any place to sit and chill inside, so if you're looking to be productive you should be cool with sitting outside...also double check if they have WiFi. Parking situation: on-site

A cute little coffee place with limited seating. This is not a place to come and work, rather it is place to have a coffee with 1-2 friends, or grab a coffee to go. We order the americano, and latte. The coffee was not special. We also ordered a slide of their coffee cake. Now, that was good. The staff was friendly but they were understaffed. Coffee took about 7 minutes to get.

Easy to find, plenty of parking and the staffs are nice and informative. The coffee shop is small with few seatings inside but it's so cute, chic and clean. Their drink menu is great because their have the classics items and some cool items. Iced Golden milk (ginger and turmeric) (5/5) - it tasted so much bette than I thought! It's like a refreshing coffee taste. Overall, awesome coffee shop and I can't wait to come back and their other drinks.

This cute coffee shop gave the vibe of small but mighty. Upon arrival parking varied but spaces are not limited. I entered the quaint facility whose indoor seating is a bar at the window and had been greeted by a friendly face. The customer in front of me order her regular and her dog quietly complimented her vibe. After the customer in front of me completed her order I glided to the cash register with gleam. Ordering a green matcha tea with organic milk is my ritual. The friendly staff guided me through the options to compliment my drink and once I completed my order I paid with Apple Pay. Despite a customer who had been ahead of me my drink came out in five minutes. I proceeded to sit out doors. The seating options are limited out doors as well but I was able to grab a table at the perfect time. I believe this shop is perfect for those who don't desire a chaotic scene but a nice place to catch up with friends or read a book with out much hustle and bustle. I look forward to returning. 10/10.

Giant Leap Coffee is a great little coffee shop nestled in Uptown Park. They offer coffee roasted by Houston roaster Amaya as well as an assortment of teas and pastries. They also offer a rotating selection of seasonal drinks. Ambience and service: There's ample parking around the coffee shop, a small amount of seating inside with several outlets for those studying, and a good amount of outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is dog friendly! The interior is nice and clean, and the aesthetic is hip and casual. There's merch at the front, a bathroom in the back, and a cool little area with some history about how the coffee shop was founded by a former NASA astronaut (hence the name and space theme throughout). Very cool! The baristas were nice and explained the menu well. There's wifi! Drinks: We ordered a mocha latte and iced Jasmine white tea. The latte had a great balance of espresso, milk, and chocolate -- you could really taste the coffee, you got a great texture from the whole milk, and the chocolate added an extra little sweetness that complemented the espresso well. The tea was refreshing and the flavor was robust (for a Jasmine white tea) even despite the fact that it was iced - not diluted at all. It was calming and fragrant, reminding me of the authentic flavor I've had from some loose leaf Jasmine white tea before. Overall, we were very impressed by the quality of the drinks here and are looking forward to coming back. The prices are also very reasonable compared to many other coffee shops around Houston, making this place even better! Make sure to give this place a try if you need a coffee fix while in the Galleria area.

Love the location and the pink tables and chairs. The inside was very cute and there's a lot of spots outside to take cute pictures as well. I would be back, but wish they had more drink options. I got the iced vanilla latte w/ soy milk and it was good. My boyfriend got the milky way and it's a resemblance to the Vietnamese coffee, but it was REALLY BITTER. Be careful when ordering that drink.