
Blackwater Coffee Roasters
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About Blackwater Coffee Roasters
Blackwater Coffee Roasters is a coffee shop in Houston, TX, set in the basement tunnels at One Allen Center, with its address at 500 Dallas St. The shop opens Monday to Friday during the daytime and stays closed on Saturdays and Sundays, which gives business workers a weekday morning stop for coffee. The drinks list includes lattes, cappuccinos and the Flat White, which also comes as a honey milk version. Alternative milk options are available across the espresso drinks. Pastries sit alongside the coffee for anyone wanting something to eat. A line can form at the counter.
Good to know
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lattes, honey milk flat white, alternative milk options and pastries.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lattes, honey milk flat white, alternative milk options and pastries.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return mostly for the baristas and the lattes, with the staff described as kind, always in a good mood and quick. Several say the barista knows their usual order by heart and gets it right, and one group makes a daily walk for lattes part of their routine. Close behind is the coffee itself, called fresh and bitter, with one reviewer praising the smoothness of the shot in a honey milk flat white. Others mention the pastries, alternative milk options, and a cappuccino with good presentation. One reviewer notes the lack of gluten-free bakery items, and another found a small cup of coffee pricey. The most detailed complaint comes from one diner who waited about 15 minutes for a latte while staff were texting and chatting. The order came out wrong, and the barista added syrup to the existing drink and handed it back in the original cup. A different reviewer, looking for a smoothie, says staff made a coffee with their protein powder instead.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return mostly for the baristas and the lattes, with the staff described as kind, always in a good mood and quick. Several say the barista knows their usual order by heart and gets it right, and one group makes a daily walk for lattes part of their routine. Close behind is the coffee itself, called fresh and bitter, with one reviewer praising the smoothness of the shot in a honey milk flat white. Others mention the pastries, alternative milk options, and a cappuccino with good presentation. One reviewer notes the lack of gluten-free bakery items, and another found a small cup of coffee pricey. The most detailed complaint comes from one diner who waited about 15 minutes for a latte while staff were texting and chatting. The order came out wrong, and the barista added syrup to the existing drink and handed it back in the original cup. A different reviewer, looking for a smoothie, says staff made a coffee with their protein powder instead.
Featured reviews
- Marina
“Im not sure why isnt this place listed as Amellios coffee since thats what its called. Took me a few rounds to figure out this is the place. So its in the basement of the building to all those who might not have been here before. The coffee was amazing!!! I wish they had any GF bakery or bars but they do have alternative milk options and some good flavors. I tried the honey milk flat white and was impressed with the smoothness of the shot.”
- Isabel Martinez
“Was looking for a smoothie and they were kind to make me a coffee with my protein powder. I really am greatful. I recommend this place, great service.”
- Victoria Garcia
“Cute coffee pitstop in the tunnels if you don’t want to go to Starbucks! Great place to get coffee.”
- Kiran Sarfraz
“It was my first time here. I came here to relax after studying a little bit. Agreeable service and good presentation of the cappacino. The only down side would be paying 4.50 for a small cup of coffee.I am still in the struggling phase.I suppose owning a business in downtown doesn't come cheap either.Keep up the good work!”
- Jose Martinez
“As an avid coffee drinker "amilles" Blackwater Coffee Roasters @ Allen1 is my absolute favorite!! They serve the freshest coffee but the staff are the real stars here! Always pleasant and great you with a smile. Best cup of cafe in …”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
- Serves great coffee
- Has great tea selection
- Popular for popular for breakfast
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Casual
- On-site services available
Show more amenities
- Serves coffee
- Quick bite
- Serves dessert
- Good for solo dining
- Has toilet
- Cosy
- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Dining options· 1
- Serves breakfast
- Popular for· 1
- Popular for breakfast
- Crowd· 1
- Popular with tourists
- Highlights· 1
- Has great tea selection
- Atmosphere· 1
- Trendy
Location
Coffee shops near Blackwater Coffee Roasters
- Slow Drip TX4.85290.4 mi$1–10
brown sugar oat iced drip, breakfast tacos, free coffee samples
- Pavon Coffee Den4.65591.5 mi$10–20
pandan charcoal latte, rose latte, empanadas
- Fein Coffee4.5552.9 mi$1–10
crème brûlée matcha, tiramisu matcha, spanish coffee
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwater Coffee Roasters | 4.8166 | — | $1–10 | lattes, honey milk flat white, alternative milk options |
| Slow Drip TX | 4.8529 | 0.4 mi | $1–10 | brown sugar oat iced drip, breakfast tacos, free coffee samples |
| Pavon Coffee Den | 4.6559 | 1.5 mi | $10–20 | pandan charcoal latte, rose latte, empanadas |
| Fein Coffee | 4.555 | 2.9 mi | $1–10 | crème brûlée matcha, tiramisu matcha, spanish coffee |
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