5 Underrated Cafes in Downtown, College Station TX Worth Trying
Updated 11 October 2026 · 9 cafes in Downtown, College Station TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers cafes and casual food spots in Downtown, College Station, TX, that hold a Google rating of 4.4 or higher with fewer than 400 reviews. It is for readers who want a well-liked place that has not yet built a large review count. The order follows Google ratings weighted by review count. Nine qualifying businesses were considered. Each blurb describes listed hours, address, and features, along with what reviewers mention about food, drinks, and service.
#1
Lucky Goat Coffee
★ 4.9 (283 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Lucky Goat Coffee is a cafe at 11667 Farm to Market Rd 2154, Suite 800, open daily from 7 am to 6 pm. It holds a 4.9 rating from 283 reviews and has wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet. Reviewers mention a seasonal strawberry shortcake latte, a matcha latte that is not overly sweet, and a strawberry kolache. Some say staff added latte art and that the outdoor seating is pleasant, with families using the nearby playground.
Best for: Quiet cafe with seasonal drinks
- Address
- 11667 Farm to Market Rd 2154 Suite 800, College Station, TX 77845, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–6 pm
#2
la Gabriella Coffeeshop & Pastries
★ 4.8 (330 Google reviews)Cafe
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la Gabriella Coffeeshop & Pastries is at 109 Walton Dr. It is open weekdays from 7:30 am to 4 pm and Saturday from 7:30 am to 3 pm, and closed Sunday. It has a 4.8 rating from 330 reviews and lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet. Reviewers mention a cafe mocha and chai latte that were not overly sweet, a seasonal coffee list, and pastries that change from day to day. Several describe counter staff as friendly and knowledgeable.
Best for: Chai, mocha and house-baked pastries
- Address
- 109 Walton Dr, College Station, TX 77840, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–4 pm; Mon 7:30 am–4 pm; Sat 7:30 am–3 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7:30 am–4 pm; Tue 7:30 am–4 pm; Wed 7:30 am–4 pm
#3
Karma Kolache & Dessert University Drive
★ 4.8 (236 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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Karma Kolache & Dessert University Drive is a bakery at 980 University Dr E #300, open daily from 5 am to 5 pm, with Sunday starting at 6 am. It has a 4.8 rating from 236 reviews and offers drive-through, delivery, in-store pickup, dine-in, and free parking. Reviewers mention kolaches such as brisket, chicken enchiladas, and potato egg and cheese, plus an apple fritter and sausage rolls. One reviewer found a piece of hard plastic in a donut and said they would not return.
Best for: Kolaches and drive-through pickup
- Address
- 980 University Dr E #300, College Station, TX 77840, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 am–5 pm; Mon 5 am–5 pm; Sat 5 am–5 pm; Sun 6 am–5 pm; Thu 5 am–5 pm; Tue 5 am–5 pm; Wed 5 am–5 pm
#4
Office of The Dean
★ 4.8 (215 Google reviews)Restaurant
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Office of The Dean is a restaurant at 801 University Dr E. It is open 6 to 10 am and 5 to 11 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and 5 to 10 pm on other evenings. It has a 4.8 rating from 215 reviews and lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet. Reviewers mention ahi tuna crudo, roasted mushrooms, and a cucumber gimlet. Several describe the service as attentive, and one says the team handled dietary restrictions well. One reviewer chose it for a birthday dinner.
Best for: Dinner with small plates
- Address
- 801 University Dr E, College Station, TX 77840, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6–10 am, 5–11 pm; Mon 6–10 am, 5–10 pm; Sat 6–10 am, 5–11 pm; Sun 6–10 am, 5–10 pm; Thu 6–10 am, 5–10 pm; Tue 6–10 am, 5–10 pm; Wed 6–10 am, 5–10 pm
#5
The Wild Grain Cafe
★ 4.8 (142 Google reviews)Cafe
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The Wild Grain Cafe is at 3409 S Texas Ave in Bryan. It is open 8 am to 3 pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and closed Monday and Tuesday. It has a 4.8 rating from 142 reviews and lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet. Reviewers mention pesto and other sandwiches, bread they praise, and a chocolate chip cookie. Orders can be placed by phone without an app, and there is a corner with kids' play space.
Best for: Sandwiches and fresh bread
- Address
- 3409 S Texas Ave, Bryan, TX 77802, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–3 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–3 pm; Sun 8 am–3 pm; Thu 8 am–3 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 8 am–3 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 9 cafes in Downtown, College Station TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Karma Kolache & Dessert University Drive opens at 6 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Lucky Goat Coffee ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 283 reviews. la Gabriella Coffeeshop & Pastries is second at 4.8 from 330 reviews.
Which cafes in Downtown, College Station TX are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Office of The Dean, at 11 pm.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Karma Kolache & Dessert University Drive.
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