Merit Coffee - Austin, Texas

Dmitriy M.

Merit Coffee is perfectly located in one of the most vibrant corners of downtown Austin, right next to a green lawn and surrounded by great spots to eat and hang out. It fits seamlessly into the area’s energy, offering a clean, modern space to grab a well-made coffee and enjoy the flow of the neighborhood.

The coffee is solid-smooth, consistent, and thoughtfully prepared. The menu sticks to the essentials, which works well here. Seating is available inside and outside, and it’s easy to settle in whether you’re taking a quick break or spending more time with a book or laptop.

Its prime location makes it a go-to for locals and visitors alike. You can grab your drink and head across to the lawn or just enjoy some people-watching from the sidewalk seating. Friendly service and fast turnaround make it even more appealing. A great addition to the downtown scene and definitely worth a stop.

Andrew P.

Merit Coffee in the Seaholm District is a top-tier coffee shop in downtown Austin. The space is modern and inviting, with warm wood tones, sleek concrete finishes, and plenty of natural light. Whether you’re looking for a quiet corner to work or a spot to meet up with friends, the layout offers a good mix of seating options.

The latte is smooth and well-balanced, with expertly crafted espresso and silky milk. The mocha delivers a deep chocolatey richness without being overly sweet. The seasonal candy cane mocha is a standout during the winter months, offering the perfect mix of peppermint and chocolate flavors.

One of the best things about Merit is that it’s dog-friendly. You’ll often see customers with their pups in tow, adding to the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

The staff is efficient and friendly, and the quality of the drinks is consistently high. Whether you’re a coffee purist or enjoy seasonal specials, this is a great spot to grab a well-made drink and enjoy the vibes of Austin’s Seaholm District.

Shenila M.

Decent coffee place very close to Austin Central library. Ordered a Cortado and Mocha latte. Both were good and not overly sweet. No frappes or blended options. Great service staff. They also had some sweet eatery options like doughnut, muffin etc.

Mercedes F.

Great coffee and lattes, matcha and terrific bakery the pop tarts are delicious super clean, fast service and open space with lots of seating and natural light

Mahesh P.

Nice people, okay coffee
Basically, it depends on what you’re looking for. The staff is great, and eager to please. The ambience is good too, and there is WiFi
But….the coffee (espresso) is almost always tepid, which I frankly don’t get.
Anyhow, like I said, the peeps are great…

Audrey L.

If you’re looking for a relaxing, chill, coffee shop to do your work, this isn’t the place for you. I found the place very hectic. Also, do not order the matcha latte here, it tastes like grass. I immediately threw it away.

Alex

As a coffee lover, I can confirm that their coffee is fantastic. Both the house filter and pour over were very fruity, with no smoke in them, very well roasted and brewed.

Orestis V.

Everything perfectly made.
Coffee was delicious.
Cookie with chocolate too.
Muffin with chocolate was incredible.