Fifth Vessel Coffee Co. — Restaurant in Houston

I visited Fifth Vessel Coffee during a Friday morning to get a quick cup of coffee, but I loved the ambiance and the shop so much, I ended up trying items from their menu and pastries.

Upon entering the shop, I noticed how small but cute everything was. There were chairs by the window which allows you to look on the street, and the atmosphere inside was very cozy and airy. The staff were also super friendly!

I got the Bonito coffee hot, ricotta berry and toast, and a lime bluberry tart. The Bonito is definitely more on the sweeter side. Although it was good, it was a little too sweet for my personal taste, but it was good to try and for when I want something sweeter. I also got a vanilla latte (hot), as well, and really enjoyed it. All the cups are so cute, and they place your drink on a cool little slab for you to pick up.

The food was brought out to you. The ricotta berry toast was a huge slice of bread with ricotta and berry sauce and was more of a colder item, but despite being doused in sauce, the toast was still crispy around the edges. The lime blueberry tart was was amazing, especially in the middle! The croissant area was super crispy, and once you get in the middle where you get the crispiness of croissant and the mix of tart blueberries and sweet meringue, it is delicious! I definitely recommend getting it if you like tarts, and it looks visually appealing as well.

Overall, I think this is such a nice coffee shop to chill and be comfortable at or even people watch at. I also think their coffee is very artisanal and delicious and goes along with their...

Great new find in the downtown area close to UH! I really love the interior- it has that cozy coffee shop but also a bit modern with good lighting from the large windows.

There is ample seating inside, outlets, and good wifi.

Food & Drinks: I appreciate that they have a wide variety of coffee, drinks, food, and pastries. I usually get the chai latte. Their pastries and cookies are made fresh (daily, I think)- I've tried their banana nut bread and a mixed chocolate cookie (forgot the name but i. The banana bread had a bit too much banana for my liking but did the job. The cookie was tasty and very filling/large.

Service: warm, friendly, and really helpful! The last who took my order was really patient and helpful with giving recommendations and was informed about how they were prepared. I really appreciated that.

Parking: It's mainly street parking which appears to be paid (but I saw some other reviews where there is free street parking... I haven't found that yet. I should probably ask the cafe staff next time) I got lucky on my first visit when I came after 5:30 pm on a weekday and parking was free at that point- I was able to easily find street parking. Wasn't so lucky the second time around.

Great addition to h-town, 100%...

Cute but pricy Christian coffee shop in downtown Houston. I would keep this in my coffee shop rotation on another Sunday (free parking) but try a different drink.

Food: I tried their Momo (peach and matcha) latte. It was decently flavorful but sickly sweet. Even in a small cup, mostly filled with ice, it had a healthy dosage of sugar pumped in. Lastly it was pricy at $6.75 ($8.30 with tax + tip) for a small coffee mostly of ice.

Service: the owners Diana and Josh are nice and run the place themselves with staff. They did close a bit earlier than the listed hours on Google maps but it was their second time ever opening on Sunday.

Atmosphere: the store is compact but clean and aesthetic with the coffee grinders in the main sitting area. Overall, it’s a warm space to catch up with a friend or study. The corner location and large windows let in plenty of natural light. There’s a good amount of seating from bar-style to large co-working tables to two-person tables and chairs. There are limited wall outlets (2 by the bar seating) so come with your devices charged. They’ve only been open for a couple years so the interior still feels...