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Houston West University Mercantile Review

Coffee & Tea review

Mercantile review

Coffee & Tea in West University, Houston

A coffee & tea spot in West University remembered for dropped by Mercantile in the past to look around their shelf items and an overall positive visit.

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Sara's review

Our visit and review

Would Go Again
“One of the better selections of coffee within Rice Village. (Aside from Salento's and Croissant Brioche).”

Sara's full firsthand review

One of the better selections of coffee within Rice Village. (Aside from Salento's and Croissant Brioche). Starbucks does not cut it for me. Anyhow, I thoroughly enjoyed my iced vanilla latte on a hot mid afternoon day. I had dropped by Mercantile in the past to look around their shelf items, but this time around I finally grabbed a drink. The shop was about to close within 10 minutes and Graham (the Manager) was cleaning the coffee station. Although it was time for closing, he was kind enough to whip up a drink for me. I thoroughly appreciated that as I had always wanted to try the coffee here. Love how the product is local - They use Boomtown's beans and pastries from local vendors. My iced latte was smooth and creamy, just the perfect drink I needed to cool myself off. Nice shop and concept. I can see myself dropping by again in the near future.

What we tried

Sara's visit centered on dropped by Mercantile in the past to look around their shelf items, always wanted to try the coffee here. The strongest impression was the quality and flavor of the items that stood out, along with the overall experience around them.

The experience

Service felt friendly and attentive. The setting felt clean and comfortable.

Who might enjoy it?

Coffee or tea drinkers and locals looking for a convenient neighborhood service.

Would we go again?

Yes. The overall experience was strong enough to revisit.

Your review questions, answered

What did Sara order?

dropped by Mercantile in the past to look around their shelf items; always wanted to try the coffee here

What does Would Go Again mean?

An enjoyable experience we'd return for. See the full rating scale →

Where can I find current hours and the menu?

[Link to current hours and menu once available.]