Texenza Coffee

This place is definitely bigger than it looks from the outside. I was reminded of this place when I received a 15% off coupon while getting gas across the street. A couple of my friends had also mentioned this place, so I figured, let’s try it!
When I walked in, the staff greeted me with a smile and shout from all the way back at the register. They were very helpful in trying to find a drink that I may enjoy. After much mental debate over a yummy *fancy* drink, I ended up settling on a good old cup of dark roast with half/​half, Splenda, and some cinnamon. It was a decent cup of coffee. Not the best, but I’d go back for the customer service and the atmosphere. OH! They also have a super yummy vegan «bar.» It’s like a nut-​granola bar, but all natural and oh so yummy! Definitely a huge plus for a great snack!
About the venue itself: It is quite large and has a good amount of seating with plenty of space in between tables. It didn’t get too loud while I was there and I saw a bunch of people working on their computers, so I think there may also be free wi-​fi?
Good staff, good coffee, good atmosphere, and right around the corner from my place. I’ll definitely go back to do some studying this semester… and for that fruit/​nut bar!

Tucked away in the wonderful Tarrytown district (sort of a utopian location – being in proximity to downtown, Whole Foods, and Mo-​Pac, while maintaining its seclusion from busy streets!), this location of Texenza provides the perfect venue for meeting up with peers.
The atmosphere is low-​key, as the clientele are definitely older and live at a slower pace than those that inhabit the UT realm.
There is coffee, some munchies, and all of the goodies you expect at coffee establishments. The local vibe remains, as there are plenty of advertisements about «things to do» in the ATX.
Drop by if you are in the area and need a buzz fix. Texenza certainly has that consistent execution when it comes to caffeine preparation. It does things in a methodical manner, and that is for the better!

I don’t drink coffee, but I do drink ice tea and Texenza makes a pretty mean ice tea. 3 different flavors of goodness.
Breakfast tacos are another thing. They’re pretty weak here, mostly tortilla with little else.
They also have some pretty good baked goods. In a moment of weakness, I splurged and tried their Coffee cake which was quite tasty.

Unlike many Unilocalers, I am not a coffee expert. I definitely only drink it when I need a pick me up, which lately has been just about every afternoon. What I do like about Texenza is the location cannot be beat for me. My office is on W24th street and my only other option is Starbucks up the block or so from me. I don’t wish to give my money to Starbucks anyway.
The Barista’s are always very friendly, sometimes distracted but usually smiling and welcoming. The ambiance is really quite nice with open front windows and comfy couch’s about. I meet my clients in here from time to time, but usually I pop in and grab a medium iced latte to go. The one thing I have noticed is that from time to time I get a bum cup of joe. Not that is was horrible, but kinda tasted very weak as if the grinds were used before. I know for a fact that if I would of just gone back in and said something they would of cheerfully replaced it. Things happen. One time when I ordered a latte. I forgot to tell them I wanted it iced until I picked it up. they offered immediately to make it again for me. I didn’t want to be a bother so I cheerfully accepted my mistake and went on my merry way.
I grabbed a breakfast taco once, nothing really special. I generally like popping in and grabbing a cooling latte and head on back to my office. i am not much for trying out new stuff, but they do have a great selection of frozen drinks and different coffee’s… perhaps I need to extend my tastes some day…

I absolutely LOVE Texenza.
I came here just to escape from the heat one day this Summer when I had free time on my way to work. I ordered a hazelnut cappuccino– and it was amazing! The staff is super friendly; I have a conversation every time I go there. I even became really good friends with one of the baristas and we still hang out all the time.
Their sandwiches are pretty good, but the only thing I wish they had in them– meat. It’s a vegetarian café, and I’m pretty sure because of the strip center it’s in is why they have the restriction on meat. Even so, the place is really great. Not many coffee shops also offer red bull and sodas, but Texenza does.
If you really need to jump start your day, ask for a toddy shot. It’s cold but it’s perfect to get you going.
There are plenty of relaxing chairs and tables inside– and a really big table perfect for studying on. They also have a «lite menu» on a chalkboard if you’re trying to watch calories or sugar intake.
The prices are good, the people are great, and the drinks are excellent.

Since i live just down the street ‚(in beautiful yuppietown) its a convenient spot for a morning cup. The drip coffee never gives me enough pep to deal with a moderate to sever hangover. Definitely go with the americano if you’re feeling indecisive or still buzzing.
The staff has always treated me fair but i don’t see em winning any personality contests either.

One of my favorite places in Tarrytown. Good coffee, friendly folks, easy to get to. And its good to support a local business. Only downside is they are in Tarrytown Center, and so crazy Jeanne Daniels won’t let them (or anyone else in the center) sell any meat products, leather products, etc., etc. The center that once was the heart of our neighborhood, with the Holiday House, a grocery, chinese food, yogurt shop — all gone. All driven out by her policies. So Sad. But Texenza is worth the trip, and most of the business still there are great — especially Tarrytown Texaco and Warrens Flowers.

Near my house, been a few times. Until recently I may have gone a few extra blocks to get to Starbucks, but now I’m a fan. There is one by my work I’ve been every day for like a week now, and they are good people. good coffee. Nuff said.
(If you ask for a «mexican mocha» they will make you one — basically a mocha with splash of cinnamon syrup. I was in the mood for it, didnt see it on the menu, so the barista whipped one up).

I ordered a medium drip coffee. After I got it, I asked the baristas if they thought their americanos were better than the drip… by smelling the coffee, I could tell I wasn’t going to be a fan. They said yes, they preferred the espresso over the coffee. They told me to try the coffee I had in my hand and get an opinion, then they’d make me an americano. Very nice staff. I opted for the americano, it was delicious! The drip– not so good.

This is where I go when I’m getting my car serviced across the street at the Texaco. I’ll typically come on Saturdays and bring my laptop with me.
I’ve had their hot chocolates, café mochas, and cold brewed mochas. Yes, I do like their chocolatey drinks! Sometimes they’ll even put in these little white chocolate flake things that just add to the richness of the drink itself.
I really love the interior and it is always relatively quiet, which does allow me to do computer work. Also, when they do play music it is either relaxing or makes me want to get up and dance (the latest urge I had to fight was against the Jackson 5’s «I Want You Back»).
I know my family loves coming here and we have been coming here since it opened on top of the former Seattle’s Best/CC’s Community Coffee/​Texas French Bread site.
My only complaint is that the owner of the strip mall does not allow meat products to be served, limiting the types of sandwhiches and tacos that can be served. So vegetarians may find peace of mind here, but it has always been an annoying little something about that particular location for me.

I love this place! The lonestar latte is great, the people are really friendly, and it’s a great place to hang out and get some work done. The only negative is that it’s in a strip mall, but you don’t even notice when you’re inside.

I came here a few times over the summer. It’s very Starbucks-​y without being Starbucks. But it’s better because they have free Wi-​fi. I love the giant comfy couch… I could sleep there. I felt totally comfortable staying there for hours, even after my drink ran out.
Here’s the gyst: nice lighting, clean bathrooms, lots of seating, lots of outlets for computers, diverse crowd, also diverse menu. Awesome perk: the day that I was there, the owner was also there and he gave everyone a *free* small ice cream… And even still, it is awesome that there is a coffee house in Austin with the option to get ice cream!
This place gets four stars because it is a really nice place with great atmosphere, but it is lacking in that «oh my god, amazing, special» factor. Not worth driving across town if you have to, when there’s most likely a Starbucks around the corner.

Nothing wrong with this place. It’s right down the street so I frequent. Their house coffee is generic enough for most people to like. I’ve never seen a guy working there either, which is a big plus for me.

The facility here is bar-​none the best in any coffee-​house I’ve been to in Austin. Perfect lighting, cozy setting, tons of space, tables, etc. Looks like the coffee house from FRIENDS. Although I’ve had nothing but coffee, they seem to have a great selection of pastries, salads, and sandwiches.
The coffee is good, but I’m a sucker for Starbucks, so I’m a little miffed that Texenza prices their large coffee in close range of the Venti you find at the insanely (and understandably) successful Seattle chain. I mean, if I’m going to pay over $ 2.00 for a large cup of coffee I really only want to be a bitch for Starbucks.
Sorry Hipsters.

This café used to be Tully’s café until it recently changed to Texenza. The coffee is decent but it can’t compete with the local cafes that offer bottomless drip.
What i like about this café is the fact that there are plenty of tables and outlets. They even provide surge protectors so that more customers can plug in their laptops. Also, as is the norm with almost every café (unless it happens to be big, bad, bitter-​coffee Starbucks) there is free Wifi for your web-​surfing pleasure.
One other downer is that they close pretty early on Saturdays… around 7pm, which is only a few hours later than when students wake up and are ready to start hitting the books.

Decent coffee, LARGE space, and for the urban portable computer user: plenty of outlets. They even put out a power strip to multiply the number of outlets available — I’ve never seen another coffee shop do that.
Now only if they opened later!!! But, still highly recommended, especially if you want to hit a café a little away from campus, but don’t want to pay $ 3 for bottomless coffee that you’ll only drink one cup of at Mozart’s.
Plus, it’s gotta be the only café in the US made out of the word, «Texas.»

This place is a block down the street so 2 stars for location. Add another two stars for the quality coffee and the friendly/​speedy service. I might consider giving this 5 stars but I haven’t tried many things on the menu. I mostly stick with their Tejas Organic coffee, YUM! I can’t get enough of it. It’s completely worth the walk despite me having Dunkin Donuts at the house :)

HAHA I WIN. Okay, I don’t actually win, seeing as this USED to be Seattle Coffee. I just added the new place because it is now one of fifteen independent, locally owned, Texenza Coffee café’s.
They kept the same awesome super fast and friendly staff. Same décor, so far, beautiful wooden counters and furniture. Dark floors, colored walls, and crown molding, even the ceiling is pretty!
The coffee is good, not kill you grandmother to get it good, but it doesn’t need anything added to taste great. I’ve tried the Raspberry Latte, Loose Leaf Tea, Green Tea Latte, chai tea latte, flat out fresh brewed coffee, hazelnut latte, white chocolate mocha, raspb erry mocha, iced coffee, iced maramel mocha, and the vanilla coffee. So far my least favorite is the Caramel mocha, but I really am not a caramel fan and it was pretty decent. Someone who likes caramel would probably love it. My favorite is the Green Tea Latte, full stop, I love it!
Texenza Coffee has various pastries as well as cakes, soda, juice, lemonade, and yogurt. So far the lemon and blueberry coffee cake is my favorite.
It doesn’t really get super busy usually, the longest wait I’ve ever had is ten minutes, but usually the turnover time is a minute or two, just long enough for them to make your drink.
I look forward to seeing how their independence changes anything, as the few changes I’ve seen so far have been positive. Ex: now they have flowers and cheaper coffee paraphernalia for sale. Hopefully they do keep all the awesome people on staff though, if they ditch Katelyn or any of the others I would be really disappointed.
The absolute only reason I give it four stars instead of five is because the coffee doesn’t take my breath away every time. Mozart’s has some froufrou specialty coffees, but the staff and seating here are way better.
I would recommend that everyone give this place a shot at least once.