“ Black Hole Coffee has been a staple of great coffee plus great vibes for years now. The location is ideal, tucked away in the neighborhoods between campuses (Rice & UST), so it has that feel of being a secret spot only the local & the cool people know about. The atmosphere is relaxing & quiet, offering a space for hanging out with peeps, studying for an exam, or doing other productive tasks (like work on your computer). I want to talk up Black Hole, but then I don't, because a big part of its draw it's that feel of being sort of hidden... ”

“ We were visiting friends and saw this coffee house next door. Glad we did. It's got great people with great drinks. I usually get a hot cappuccino wit' 2 splendas to test the waters but if you buy a bag of beans they give you a free cup of that coffee, it was very good. When I got the beans home I ground some and shared a cup with my wife. Very good. Fair trade. organic and kosher. The bag had lots of info which i like. They even had a roast date. I bought a bag of Big Bend Coffee Roaster's Big Blend...roasted in Marfa. My wife got, shared and enjoyed an iced mocha coconut coffee concoction....it was very good. We will be back for more drinks and goodies and beans. I scored and obliterated a large peanut butter cookie 'cause i was feeling a tad hangry....it it the spot. ”

“ Black Hole is yet another shop we had to try on a late Saturday morning. My partner and I stopped in around 11am. We parked on the side street because the lot was full, however there seem to be plenty of free spots on street should that happen when you arrive. At that time of day, there were a few open couches and chairs but the patio was occupied and there was a steady stream of folks coming in to order and take out. The interior is an eclectic vibe of mix and match vintage furniture, pop art, colorful framed posters and images, and lots of sunlight. Overall, the decor gave us a comforting feeling without any pretentiousness. There is a large menu board that clearly displays all of their options including a large collection of syrups like pistachio, lavender, and macadamia. Note there was a sign on the register that said they are cashless. We tried a chai latte and the golden latte respectively and both earned high marks fro me. The chai latte had a strong chai flavor, a nice balance of sweetness, and didn't taste artificial. I also enjoyed the contrast the golden latte provided with its pronounced turmeric flavor and earthy richness. Two things that lead me to rate them a 4 instead of a 5 were (1) the service wasn't spectacular and (2) they have kind of an odd Wi-Fi setup where you only get access for 1hr based on your individual receipt. It seems like a popular spot for meeting friends or working, so I can't fault them too much. But at the same time, I haven't seen this at other shops in the area. Additionally, I've personally felt more welcome when ordering and enjoying my drink at other coffee spots. My recommendation would be to grab and go if you live nearby or are visiting the area. You can enjoy these lattes and other drinks without worrying about the time limit or possible cold service. ”

“ Stumbled upon this spot while in the area and needed some coffee. Smaller with a good balance of lounge seating with some outdoor seating. Wall art and bright walls completed the vibe. They do offer desserts, pastries and some light breakfast items and sandwiches. A Taco truck is available around lunch hours during the week. Happy Hour (3-7) for coffee, beer and wine is a nice touch. My Oat Milk Cappucino was strong and tasty. Service was quick and engaged. solid coffee in a relaxed atmosphere. ”