For richer or pour over, Cowtown’s coffee shops are what keep us going in the morning. Our city ranks among the top coffee cities in America thanks to factors like cafes per capita and the price of beans.
Fort Worth has no shortage of masterful baristas, aromatic roasts, and foamy lattes. But if you’re having trouble deciding on a spot, gather some brews clues with our guide to some of the best coffee shops in town.
Pro tip: If you need to refine your order, review the different kinds of coffee before stepping up to the counter.
Sons Coffee used to be Sons of Liberty.
Photo by @_brewd
Downtown
Corrida Coffee, Renaissance Worthington Hotel, 200 Main St. | Named after the Spanish word for bullfight, enjoy a caffeinated beverage in the cow-themed cafe.
Pax and Beneficia, 101 W. Fifth St. | Sip on options from light London Fogs to heavy hitters like Turkish coffee.
Rio Dulce Coffee, 109 Houston St. | Formerly Vaquero Coffee Co., the shop’s most popular horchata latte will give you a boost of energy and flavor.
Sons Coffee, 250 W. Lancaster Ave., Ste. 120 | The coffee shop features a minimalist space with desks, couches, and bars to work from. Pro tip: There is free parking in the garage behind the building.
Buon Giorno Coffee, 500 W. Seventh St. | Located just across the street from Burnett Park, this shop serves warm vibes to get your creative juices flowing. With free Wi-Fi and plenty of seating, you won’t regret grabbing a signature beverage while you type away. Try this: A Mocha Bianca made with white chocolate.
Hogan Alley, 901 Houston St. | The new coffee bar offers daytime espresso drinks + evening cocktails in the heart of Hell’s Half Acre.
Eastside
Black Coffee, 1417 Vaughn Blvd. + DFW Airport | The award-winning cafe serves classic coffee options and colorful signature drinks like a rose matcha latte. Plus, this brand is now brewing at Gate A9 inside DFW Airport.
Race Street Coffee, 3021 Race St. | Grab a nitro cold brew and a homemade “pop tart"on your way to work in the River District.
HustleBlendz Coffee, 120 St. Louis Ave. | Pick up a cold brew or signature frappe at the shop.
Enduro Coffee Roasters and Cafe, 400 Oakhurst Scenic Dr. | Get caffeinated + try pastries made by Leaves Teashop and Bakery while enjoying a view overlooking the Trinity River. It even hosts local events and welcomes collaborations with other small businesses.
Coffee Folk, 4147 Meadowbrook Dr. | An outdoor neighborhood cafe and truck near Tandy Hills. Pair a signature burnt sugar and pink salt latte with a warm breakfast taco.
Cultural District
The Perk Coffee Shop, 3701 Birchman Ave. | The coffee shop inside Christ Chapel is open five days a week and has free Wi-Fi, a workspace, and an on-site board room free to reserve.
Ampersand, Multiple locations | Coffee during the day and club after hours — what more could you want? Plus, it sells its own blends. Did you know the local company is now open in Terminal C at the DFW Airport?
Match Point Coffee, 3618 W. 7th St. | The tennis-themed cafe also offers a podcasting space for local audio creators.
Near Southside
Cherry Coffee Shop, 1121 W. Magnolia Ave. | Sip on 15+ menu options ranging from drip coffee and matcha lattes to an assortment of teas and pastries.
Avoca Coffee Roasters, Multiple locations | This spot is a perfect place to get some work done while sipping on custom drinks.
Roots Coffeehouse, 400 Bryan Ave. + 2700 Horne St., Ste. 110 | Order online for pick-up or dine-in and try the all-day menu featuring teas and coffees, sandwiches, smoothies, and toast.
Something great is brewing at South Main Micro Park.
Photo by @deezybgrillin
Café x José, 105 S. Main St. | This food truck in the South Main Micro Park is open on weekends and serves coffee and espresso drinks in addition to brunch dishes that incorporate Mexican flavors.
Crude Craft Coffee Bar, 804 S. Main St., Ste. 120 | No coffee is complete without a homemade dessert like strawberry cake or tiramisu.
Summer Moon Coffee, 625 S. Main. St. + 817 Matisse Dr. | The cafe is known for its wood-fired coffee roasting process using Texas oak and serves breakfast tacos, pastries, and bread. Bonus: The popular hangout spot inspired local R&B sensation Leon Bridges to write the song “Summer Moon” with Kevin Kaarl.
This women owned + operated business is serving Fort Worth.
Photo via Ostara Coffee
Ostara Coffee, 208 E Broadway Ave. (coming soon) | Fort Worth’s first women-owned-and-operated coffee roaster, this business has been selling coffee at local retailers and markets since 2022. Currently, the shop is coming soon — stay updated via social media.
Go Coffee Co., 1274 W. Terrell Ave. + 1500 S. Main St. | The mobile coffee truck serves late-night boosts outside Texas Health Harris Hospital and JPS Hospital. The menu features açaí bowls, smoothies, and coffees.
Café Momento, 1200 Sixth Ave. | The fixed-price espresso bar focuses on small-batch craft roasts with beans sourced from the highest sustainability and ethical production standards.
Kahwa Coffee, 1050 W. Magnolia Ave. | Order ahead and enjoy a coffee, tea, or pastry from the small Florida-based chain.
Pit Coffee, 2747 8th Ave. | Dog lovers — this one’s for you. Grab a Dreamer Latte for yourself and a pup cup full of healthy doggy ice cream for your furry. Blink and you might miss it — this hidden gem is located inside the Texaco gas station.
Hulen / Tanglewood
Yogi’s Deli and Grill, 2710 S. Hulen St. | Grab a morning brew to go with a fresh bagel or hot breakfast tacos.
University
Common Grounds, 3110 Greene Ave. | Study with friends or work on a project just steps away from the TCU campus. From floor-to-ceiling windows to brick walls, you’ll feel like you’re sitting in your living room.
Batter & Beans, 3548 S. Hills Ave., Ste. 18 | Head to this shop — located in the Westcliff Shopping Center south of TCU — for a cup of coffee that pairs perfectly with a made-to-order mini cake or specialty donut.
Dutch Bros Coffee, Multiple locations | The drive-thru coffee chain is serving up customized coffee, Rebel energy drinks, and tea.
Ascension Coffee, 1751 River Run, Ste. 151 | Try one of each with the seasonal cortado flights and classic coffee options.
El Gran Café, 4200 S. Freeway, Ste. 1079 | Located inside La Gran Plaza, customers can grab traditional Mexican beverages including dulce de leche, Mexican hot chocolate, horchata latte, and cortado.
Don’t be afraid to matcha your beverage.
Photo by @fortworthcoffeeco/@thejaycedaniels
Westside
Fort Worth Coffee Co., 4731 Camp Bowie Blvd. | This shop and coworking space always serves coffee with a sweet smile and a kind word. Try this: A pour-over and a ginger molasses cookie.
Flat Track Coffee, 6475 Camp Bowie Blvd. | This Austin-based roaster is brewing hot and iced coffee drinks and is home to a variety of beans for purchase.
Townes Drive Thru, 4100 Bryant Irvin Rd. | Fill your cup and your stomach in this new coffee shop that serves everything from blended espresso drinks to chicken sandwiches. Bonus: It’s located in a former car wash.
Roy Pope Grocery, 2300 Merrick St. | Locals have loved this one-stop shop since 1943. Stop in for an iced latte at the cafe while you peruse other items — like local produce, premium wine, and prepared meals-to-go — at this mini neighborhood mart.
La La Land Kind Cafe, 5733 Camp Bowie Blvd. | Select from a variety of unique avocado toast options and chase it with the Perfect Latte at the one the kindest coffee shops across DFW.
Marché Bleu, 5256 Marathon Ave. | After a long morning of strolling through the Shops at Clearfork, stop by for a coffee, a bottle of wine, or to-go snacks at this French-themed cafe and market.
We see the union of coffee and art at Portico Coffee.
Photo via @meganleighnajeraart
Northside
Casa Azul Coffee, 300 W. Central Ave. | Grab a shaken espresso or a churro latte and settle in for one of the shop’s community events.
Portico Coffee, 2503 Roosevelt Ave. | Designed to be a collaborative space for the arts, this shop is brewing a sense of community — along with coffee, of course, in the renovated 1914 Koldin House.
We can’t wait for fall coffee flavors to return.
Photo by @frothcoffee_bar
Outside the Loop
151 Coffee, 9301 N. Freeway | Fuel up at this far north Fort Worth shop with coffees, smoothies, and shakes.
Froth Coffee & Dessert Bar, 1090 Schoolhouse Rd., Haslet | We love a coffee and ice cream pairing — or even better, a coffee-ice cream-cinnamon roll combo.
Black Rifle Coffee Company, 9001 Benbrook Rd., Benbrook | Grab a cup to start your morning, or join the coffee subscription club for regular deliveries of fresh, locally brewed coffee.
Good Company Coffee, 5723 Golden Triangle Blvd. | Grab a cup, then a seat at this welcoming hub for friends, family, and creatives.
Vagabond Coffee Bar | Can you spot this mobile coffee shop in a renovated 1979 Peugeot J7? Stay updated on the van’s daily whereabouts via social media — usually in Fort Worth, Aledo, or Grand Prairie.
Brew it yourself
Shop our favorite coffee essentials to turn your house into our city’s next great coffee destination.
- For a French Press that lasts, avoid breakable glass options and opt for stainless steel — this Secura French Press is highly rated and comes in multiple colors.
- Bloom pourovers like a pro with the elegant gooseneck design of the COSORI Electric Gooseneck Kettle.
- These double walled glass espresso cups or these handmade ceramic espresso cups will set your home cafe apart.
- Hide coffee stains under espresso makers with this absorbent drying mat that sucks up coffee drops like magic.
- For the sleekest coffee accessories imaginable, shop the Fellow collection for coffee bean grinders, kettles, and carafes.
- Ready to go all in? The Breville Barista Espresso Machine is a best-selling espresso machine that makes coffee shop-worthy lattes, cappuccinos, and espresso at home.
Ready to get on the grind and complete this crawl yourself? Tag us in your photos on social media with #FTWtoday.
What did we miss? If you know a coffee shop that’s not on the list, drop us a note.
