XELA Coffee Roasters

Bright and colorful spot for coffee and breakfast bites. The Guatemalan influence is evident—from the name of the location to the various drinks incorporating local ingredients. It’s home away from home! I tried a Duvalín, along with a couple of their breakfast tacos. Everything tasted incredible and fresh. The drink especially surprised me, as I wouldn’t think to combine hibiscus with coffee, but it oddly works! Customer service was also great, with staff taking the time to explain seasonal options. The wait time was also very short, it couldn’t have been more than a couple of minutes. Parking can be a bit tricky, as their lot is quite small. However, there’s a fair amount of street parking in the adjacent neighborhood.

A staple!! You want good quality coffee? This is it. I like to get the Larrybird which is a long espresso. This way I can taste the quality of the beans and it’s always 10/10! They always rotate the beans so you get a diff region every time which keeps it exciting. :)

Nice coffee shop with a great artistic style atmosphere with great authentic coffee and superb customer service. This a coffee shop for real coffee lovers not for all I know is Starbucks ,Dunkin and Dutch bros. Awesome vibe with chill music a perfect place for coffee and great conversation. This is Non Dairy coffee shop!!

I discovered this hidden gem a few weeks ago and I find myself coming back constantly. The coffee selection is amazing and I love the laid back vibe. Please check out their signature iced coffee recipes. I recommend all of them. I had the Stardust today, pretty dangerously good. The caffeine kick is there, promise. Support Local businesses!

The hype is warranted. Xela is EASILY of the best coffee joints in Houston. Excellent service, top tier coffee, and bonus points for their unique artwork.🔥🔥🔥

I always wanted to come here since 2019 and honestly to finally come here is the greatest gift. I always try to find local coffee roasters and this one is my #1! They were extremely helpful and detailed on helping with deciding which drink to grab. And that always means so much to me. Definitely will be back soon! (I live an hour away and would always make the drive.. so worth it !!!)

I love their drinks, especially the new drink Houston Oilers Freestyle a must-try. Enjoy refreshing summer drinks.

my fav is the iced OB Honey (their version of a caramel latte)! Manny and the team is so kind and helpful. plus they are nondairy for all us lactose intolerant babes 🖤

Great local neighborhood coffee spot! They have outdoor seating that is perfect for nice days out. They also have breakfast tacos for sale in the morning. I love the Thai Matcha! Great way to start the day. The drink is perfectly sweet with the creamy oat milk and a touch of vanilla. You really can't go wrong with any of the coffee drinks either. Overall, I highly recommend this spot. The service is also very friendly. Definitely a great place to start the day. I can't wait to come back!

Small spot for a nice day out! Today's weather is 67 degrees which makes this spot enjoyable. I say this because there is no inside seating. Umbrella patio is limited and could be not enough when temp gets higher. They have their own menu with some twists to it. My choice today is the Magic Johnson which is based with a cappuccino adding cinnamon and honey. As a bonus, they made it with oat milk and it was hot, quick served and delicious. Many wall arts are surrounding this business! It's located in the second ward. it was a really quiet neighborhood the time I checked in. No wifi as of today but they mentioned they're working on it. Parking is okay for maybe 10 cars. Mostly if you grab and go, you'll be fine. May get a little cramped at other times. Staff is super friendly and thoughtful. Thanks for the welcome :) recommended if you are in the area!

I ordered "daily the works" and it was pretty good. It was the closet to a drip coffee that I could order. It was more like an americano with some extra ingredients. They do have other cold brew choices but that's not my preference. The good: my bro in law lives like 30 sec from this place so I see myself stopping by again. Love the coffee cups ! Easy to drink from and kept my coffee warm. Also, the coffee was hot when I first got it but didn't burn my fingers. Not sure what it was but the cup was designed a certain way that made my drinking better I know it sounds crazy but the cup didn't feel flimsy cause of the lid. I never once had to worry about the lid popping off. The okay : they don't have just a plain drip coffee and I didn't feel they had much other bake goods or other coffee shop like choices. You pay and get your change in this door. Another words, no hand to hand money exchange here. Not so good: it was a bit awkward when paying for my coffee. A worker told me that their machine had been indicating "declined" for previous customers and it was probably the machine. After 4 different cards and multiple declines...another person came by and it still didn't work. Luckily, I had cash and was able to pay that way. Driving away, not sure what would have happened if I didn't have cash that day. Oh well. I'll be back for sure. Cool place with some cool vibes outdoor seating. I went on a Friday afternoon and just a note they closed at 4 pm. I guess makes sense as they seem to be more small business and not national food chain.

5 stars just because it's latino owned. Real coffee not chemical tasting like starbks

I was today years old when I learned this spot existed in the second ward ‍ Thankfully my friend told me about it on our drive back to Houston so we stopped for an afternoon cup. Small parking lot and street parking all around. Service was lovely, so kind and welcoming. They sell coffee beans, small medium and crazy large bags. I ordered the matcha and it was fantastic! I can't remember what all was in it but it was delicious once your order is ready, there is a silver box that you open to get your coffee out of to the left of the window of where you order. Ambience is very cool, kind of 90s feel ish. There was a food vendor right next to the shop that was set up but we ate, just went for the drinks. I'll definitely be coming back!

Hip coffee shop. Today they had tacodeli tacos, too, which was great for brunch. I got the special with brown sugar & my bf got the OG. His came in a cool mushroom cup. The coffee was good & it's nice that they brought a water with the tacos & coffee. Feel is chill & local

Vibe- This is a cute colorful coffee shop in EaDo/second ward Houston, TX! You order at the window and there is a contactless box to the right of the window where you grab your drink. There's no seating inside the building, but there's a good amount outside for you to sit and enjoy your drink. Customer service- Great! The gentleman that took my order today was very helpful explaining what was in the drinks. Food/drinks- I honestly don't know the exact name of the drink I ordered (something along the lines of on the kirby..) but if I were to go back for another visit I'd probably try their matcha latte. Parking- There's about 5 or so spots in the lot next to the building and other than that street parking.

I've been coming here for years for their convenient to go bottles of espresso drinks, but this was first time getting a drink for here (they have a large patio with colorful street art) and it's awesome! I got an OG (espresso and oat milk- if you want a drink that has milk and isn't sweet at all, this is it) and my partner got a screwhead (cold brew and espresso) and they came out with delicious foam from shaking the espresso. They look like cocktails - beautiful and delicious! The folks working here are always kind and patient and willing to answer whatever questions you have about their drinks. Would definitely recommend!

atmosphere: 3/5 - no indoor seating, but the outdoor seating is super cute. Just really hot location: 3/5 - next to a car wash and a residential area. Very nice and quiet. parking: 5/5 - plenty of space available at peak hours coffee: 4.7/5 - perfect temperature, very strong flavor customer service: 5/5 - the man at the window was very up beat and happy to help us.

First let me just say the Stardust iced espresso drink is delicious. Like out of this world tasty. Like can't get enough, need three at a time, delicious. But the ordering process is a little off. Most features of customer service are missing and the experience, impersonal. First, it's hard to see when they are ready for you to order. Then, the back and forth of the microphone and ordering is rushed and a little confusing. For a first time, I felt rushed and uncomfortable. Like I couldn't ask any questions. The sign with drinks is small with lots of information. I would have asked for an iced americano or iced doppio so I could try their espresso, but was surprised to discover they have no ice for water when I asked for ice water. So is everything prepackaged? What's the calories and carbs? None of those things are listed on the bottles. I'm not from Houston so I spoke to a friend from the area who said it could be largely the result of expectations put in place during the pandemic that the service feels impersonal. And I understand we're still coming back from things. And the product I had was really good. So just hoping some of these things work themselves out.

Honestly coffee is pretty good but sometimes the taste isn't consistent. I don't like that they don't have an option to get an iced coffee only a bottled cold coffee which is nearly $9 for a slim bottle which the coffee is $6-7 and there is a $1.50 to go charge.. that's wild, very pricey for the value in my opinion.

Made it out to this spot early on a Sunday morning to grab a cup and enjoy their back patio/garden area. The service is friendly and helpful, an overall welcoming vibe for this Second Ward coffee joint. The setup is a bit odd that you order through a walkup window and pick up your order in a metal box, but it helps keep the process efficient, perfect for grab and go days. However, if you want to hang out, they have several tables around their space for you to enjoy. I ordered one of their specialty drinks (I think the name was Dirty Kirby? or at least had the name Kirby in it) and it was a delightful blend of cinnamon, oat milk, and espresso. Great, smooth coffee taste. Certainly recommend this spot if you are in the EaDo area!

Charging $1.25 "to-go" charge for prepackaged drinks?!? Make it make sense Stop supporting businesses with silly up charges.

A neighborhood staple. A great place to walk/bike to when the weather is nice. Patio space with beautiful plants that my 2 month old loves to look at! Cold drinks are per-made...they can last days in the fridge. Valley Girl and Chai are my favorites! Friendly hip staff and artsy building great for getting those photos!

Came here on a Saturday morning stroll through the neighborhood and found this gem. I ordered a cold coffee with oat milk. It was super smooth and tasty! I'd prefer it to have been on ice but understand that this spot seems to lean to be more environmentally friendly which I appreciate. No breakfast items which was a bummer. Still a great coffee spot! Oh, FYI the porch is currently closed.

honestly the best matcha i've had in a while! place is super cute too & the employees are super friendly ((:

Second Ward specialty coffee shop with colorful exterior design that is perfect for the neighborhood. If you like drip coffee like I do, you have to settle for an Americano. No batch brew. The flavor is pleasant, if lacking in intensity. I prefer to buy their whole bean coffee and just make a pour over at home. Their beans are distinctive and freshly roasted. Unfortunately, they've priced me out of their offerings. As of February, Xela was selling an 8 oz bag of single origin Guatemala at $20. There's no indication of the ounces on the bag, but at some point they decided to decrease the size from 12 oz to 8 oz while maintaining the same price point. Only a couple of years ago a single-origin 12 oz bag was typically $17. There's more. They tack on a sales tax at the point of sale, even though the state does not tax packaged coffee that is not ready to drink. Unethical. I enjoyed supporting this business in the past, but simply put, they've lost me.

We frequent this coffee shop often because the drinks are good and it is quick (the drinks are premade and bottled). The service is usually friendly. You order at the window and they put your drinks in a box that you open when your order is ready. However, we no longer will be visiting Xela because they have recently started adding a $1.25 "to go" charge on the bottles. This charge makes no sense and makes me wonder if they are just trying to squeeze more money out of the customer. We will take our business elsewhere.

Found this gem near the area. Simple concept and menu. Love the decal "coffee" wall on the side! Very chilled vibes. Best part is OAT MILK is offered for FREE . The first ever to offer it free and the BEST! thanks for this!!!!

Xela Coffee Roasters has been around for a long time, providing their locally roasted coffee bean to various cafes, restaurants and even breweries for years. But alas, they opened their own quaint coffee house right here in the Second Ward / East End. This is great news for the neighborhood. The only other nearby coffee houses are Giant Leap (located inside a coworking space) and Bohemeo's (technically, in Eastwood). The prices are affordable - just $2 for a drip coffee - they have teas and a small menu of pastries, outdoor seating only, parking, and Wi-Fi (to come).

I love the coffee here, it's conveniently bottled and you can save for another day. The atmosphere is nice too and the workers are always so nice when we are ordering and have no problems explaining the differences of the coffees. Cool little hang out spot as well. Recommend for sure!!

The coffee: Xela is probably my favorite Houston coffee roaster. They have some of the best beans I've tried, and they supply another favorite coffee shop of mine, Throughgood. The coffee here is really excellent. The drip is bottomless at $2 and the cortado is prepared perfectly. There's enough milk to give it some body and smoothness, but little enough to really highlight the espresso. If I were recommending a place just for the coffee, I wouldn't hesitate to suggest Xela. They also have some more basic drinks like the Valley Girl for people who enjoy those types of drinks. The staff are super friendly. They are chatty and just nice overall. The biggest drawback of Xela is that it only has outdoor seating, which isn't the best in the Houston summer. When (if) it gets cooler, it's a nice space. It's colorful and shady, with a good amount of tables and chairs. Overall I would say this is a great place to sit and chill with an excellent cup of coffee.

Interesting concept. The coffee is pre-made and sold in plastic bottles, so there's no wait. I got the Kirby's Stardust and it was delicious, it's a blend of espresso and a variety of sweeteners. The parking situation is a nightmare, especially if you drive a truck. A few of the customers were pretentious jerks, but I suppose that can't be helped, it is a coffee shop after-all.

Been coming here a while and always appreciated the friendly staff and quick service. The 1.25 extra charge per to go drink feels like a gut punch. It's a pre-made drink! I don't understand why this has started and I've since been going elsewhere

Great coffee and service. Dalton was very informational. Thank you for the experience!

Literally the best coffee! Staff is very friendly and helpful! Definitely will be coming back!

I love this little hole in the wall! It's on the go, & their coffee keeps me going through the day. I was in need of coffee but I didn't wanna go too far, & they popped p! Best decision ever, plus I love supporting small businesses with such phenomenal customer service! I need to do a re-up on them soon!

First off, the coffee tastes amazing. The service was even better. I walked up to the counter and the person at the other end clearly explained the entire menu and was really nice. I thought the coffee was a little on pricier side, but when you compare to Starbucks it's essentially the same price. Especially considering everything is made in house. Huge plus for being bottled and not in a cup. I'll definitely come back here.

Great vibe and even better coffee! Cute coffee shop with outdoor only seating! I tried the mint mocha and was impressed by how flavorful it was!

Great coffee !! Valley girl and Thai Matcha are my go to. Grateful to have this gem in the neighborhood. You order via a little walk up window and then you wait for your beverage at the dispense box. Cold drinks are pre bottled so that's always a super quick order without waiting. Love it!

In the heart of 2nd ward - coffee done with a H-Town vibe! Quality coffee you can't go wrong with. Come and support local!!!

Probably the best tasting coffee in Houston now that Catalina has started serving Latte's that taste worse than Starbucks ( I threw one away a few months ago) I won't go back tho their latte is served in a tiny 6 oz cup and the price is 4.25 one day and 5 on another. Keep in mind this is a hole in the wall venue not a cafe. And who shows prices without sales tax? Make cups 8 oz and the price 4:00 and I might go back.

My husband told me about this coffee shop, checked it out and man, their coffee is good. Got the Espresso + Milk, was not disappointed. Will definitely be going back.

The coffee is delicious but the business is run horribly. They frequently close early, and online ordering doesn't appear to work. No one has ever answered the phone number listed on the website, nor have they replied to my emails or Instagram messages. I ordered coffee to be shipped two weeks ago but have not received a shipment notification.

Amazing place! They helped me find the perfect beans for my favorite brewing method. Espresso was great! 10/10.

This is our neighborhood coffee spot and we are obsessed! We love to stop by and grab one of their pre-made cold coffees, especially the Valley Girl and Kirby Stardust. Can't recommend this place enough!! They also have great hot coffee options available and the customer service is top tier!

The man who took our order on Thursday 2/16 was extremely rude, their coffee is actually good but we won't be back due to the lack of customer service skills.

I just moved to the EaDo area from my beloved Montrose, and while out exploring, ran into this cute little 2nd Ward gem. They were out of oat milk, so they suggested I get my latte with their home made pistachio/sunflower seed milk. Say whaaaaat? It was really creamy and good! The girl at the counter was nice and even offered to make me something else if I didn't like my drink. That wasn't necessary but the fact she asked got hella points in my book. The setup is cute, you can sit out on their patio or take your brew to go. I'll be back for sure.

I had to update my review on this place. This past Friday I drove to Xela and I arrived at 3:53 PM and they were closed they actually closed at 4 PM. There was no sign posted nothing that said they were sold out they were just closed.nothing on their insta to say they were closed or closing early. This is not the only time I have driven here only to find out they were closed or sold out. I love their products but their communication leaves much to be desired. Their instagram posts are infrequent. The number posted on their site is inaccurate considering they dont have a number to reach them so I am not sure whose number I had been calling. I decided to make my own coffee. Purchased some starbucks espresso beans and made my own simple syrup with 1 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup white sugar, a little ghee ( which congealed on-top so add straight to ur coffee), cinnamon sticks and powder, vanilla extract. I made cold brew with the espresso over night and added oatly oatmilk for my iced coffee today and it is delicious. I dont want to drive all the way to Xela to find out they are closed or sold out. I love their products and supporting small businesses but I despise driving to find out you are closed

Unfortunately, I was rather disappointed with my experience at Xela. I was very excited to try out this coffee shop after a friend recommended it. I saw on their Instagram that they're know for special in-house milk options (almond, cashew, oat, walnut, etc.). I ordered 2 espressos with milk (lattes) and Xela didn't have any non-dairy milk available. This wasn't because they were sold out. It was 10:30 AM & the daily milk special wasn't ready yet. We opted with a green tea and black coffee instead.

My new coffee spot! Super cute place! I had the expresso + milk, best coffee I have ever tasted! I will definitely come back to explore more of their options. They have outside seating and it's gorgeous on a beautiful day.

This coffee shop just opened up last week and my brother and I went to try it. We were greeted well and got our order brought out to where we were sitting. We loved our drinks! The design on the espresso was a nice touch. We will definitely be returning and telling our friends about it. If you're in the Eado/ 2nd ward area go give it a try! The only downside is the hours. I like to have a nice evening coffee and am more likely to go after 5 but they are only open from 7am-2pm.

I was in the area and the name on the storefront caught my eye. With my dad being from Guatemala, coffee from Guatemala holds a special place in my heart so of course I had to stop by and try it. It's a small shop in 2nd ward with a window for walk up service. The storefront is beautifully painted so you can't miss it. I went on a Sunday afternoon right before closing so they weren't too busy but there was a fair amount of people there. I ordered an espresso with milk slightly sweet, hot. It was delicious. Very smooth and just right. I also got a chocolate concha but honestly that was just ok and kind of pricey for the size especially with so many bakeries around. But the coffee was excellent. I'm excited to try the cold brew next time and might even take home a bag of their espresso to brew at home it was that good.

Pros: dope vibe but not that hipster bullsh*t where they don't want to serve you and they're tired of your existence. The dude helped me find a drink I wanted... because he knew his sh*t. Nice music. Plenty of parking. Nice artwork. Good coffee. Good water (reverse osmosis filter). Open early. Things to be aware of: no indoor seating. No bottled water. No food.

Great coffee! Coffee tastes like it should! Every time I'm in Houston I have to make a stop here and buy several bottles to take home with me.

It's very new, and usually with new places, I don't give a review if the place is lacking but since they've opened a couple of weeks ago, I've been back more than a few times and have found it to be very very consistent. The place is an outdoor only place, so that should be the first thing you must keep in mind. If it's raining, bring an umbrella, etc. the exterior is basically a small shack with one window to order from and has a fair amount of tables and chairs outside and their own small parking lot next to them. You can also park on the side street or canal street itself (I think), so it's not an issue despite the size. The exterior is actually very quaint, and very very unique with the decor and in my opinion adds a lot of character. But what really matters is the coffee, and I'm pleased to say that Xela Roasters serves some of the best coffee in town. Specifically, their espresso drinks that have the perfect textured milk, temperature and flavor. I believe they're known for their cold brew, but what I have found to be extremely interested in are their daily espresso drink specials. Made with in house milks they are super interesting and that alone should be reason to visit. Every place has Flat Whites, Cortados, lattes, but how many places serve Walnut Banana Mochas served with a chocolate dipped banana chip? In either case, it is by far one of my favorite coffee places in Houston.

A hidden Houston gem. The guys here at Xela are extremely attentive and show professionalism by providing detailed drink explanations/recommendations for the few of us that enjoy coffee but lag behind with all the names. The coffee is all freshly roasted in shop. The honey is all locally sourced. Best of all, the prices are very reasonable by comparison. I tried a mixture of espresso with oat milk that had a very rich and flavorful taste which I received for purchasing a bag of coffee grounds! I am excited to visit Xela again in the very near future, and would recommend it to anyone interested in finding a new coffee spot.

Love their coffee and LOVE their beans. I dream about this place! Valley girl is my go-to. No contact pick up is great during COVID

Decent coffee, and oat milk is offered free of charge which is a plus! I do wish the sizes of the hot drinks were larger, but at any rate I am glad our neighborhood finally has a place like this and I hope they stick around and expand their menu to include pastries