These past two months I have spent a lot of time at coffee shops applying for jobs. So much fun (note the sarcasm). Anyway during this time, I was able to learn a little more about the coffee scene in Dallas and discover which coffee shops are phenomenal places to go study or get work done. So, if you are like me and find it difficult to work at home this post is for you. Here are my top choices for the best places to get your ish done.
1. Toasted
Location: 5420 Ross Ave #180, Dallas, TX 75206
Hours: Monday-Tuesday 7am-9pm; Wednesday-Friday 7am-10pm; Saturday 8am-10pm; Sunday 8am-9pm
Atmosphere:The second floor is prime location to study. It has a chill ambiance with dim lighting and decent natural lighting. You can sit in the place for hours and have no problem. When I was there, there was a decent amount of other people working, which was motivational.
Wi-fi: Always.
Plugs: On the second floor, you can find a socket anywhere you sit. The first floor has seats with plugs, but you might not find them as easily.On the second floor, you can find a socket anywhere you sit.
Coffee + Food:They have such a solid food and drink menu. Will you starve? Never, not even possible. I am even considering visiting for brunch.
Parking: There is a parking lot. For the non-parallel drivers, like me, you are in luck and don't have to worry.
2. Brewed & Pressed
Location: 3700 McKinney Ave #108, Dallas, TX 75204
Hours: Monday-Saturday 7am-9pm; Sunday 8am-8pm
Atmosphere: Brewed & Pressed has a very minimalist vibe filled with white decor. They do not have a huge seating area, but it works because most customers are in and out.
Wi-fi: There is free wi-fi. Initially, I had issues with the wi-fi, but eventually, I got access to the employee wi-fi. Moral of the story: if you have issues, let the barista know and they will help.
Plugs: There are a decent amount of plugs. You should not have a problem finding a socket because a lot of their customers do not sit in.
Coffee + Food: They have coffee drinks, health food, and drinks.
Parking: There is a parking lot along with street parking.
3. Crooked Tree
Location: 2414 Routh St, Dallas, TX 75201
Hours: Monday-Thursday 6am-9pm; Friday 6am-10pm; Saturday 7am-10pm; Sunday 8am-9pm
Atmosphere: Crooked Tree is located in a house and literally gives you the vibe of being in a friends place. There are different types of seating such as coaches and varying types of tables. It is definitely a relaxing place where you will get tons done. Also, they have a one up on other coffee shops because they have printer customers can use.
Wi-fi: Heck yeah and requires no password.
Plugs: Decent amount; Most likely you will be able to find a place to charge your phone and laptop.
Coffee + Food: They have coffee, tea, and pastries
Parking: Street parking. You might have to drive around a little bit to find a spot.
4. Sip Stir Coffee House
Location: 3800 McKinney Ave #180, Dallas, TX 75204
Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30am-7pm; Saturday-Sunday 7am-8pm
Atmosphere: Sip Stir has wood details with real plants all around. When I say there is plenty of seating space I mean it. Also, there is outside seating if you like sitting in the sun.
Wi-fi: So great, you don't even need a password.
Plugs: There are plugs on the underside of the bars lining the window. Also if you sit at the booths there are plugs all along the booths. There is no way you can say you can not find a plug.
Coffee + Food: Coffee, Toast, and Paninis
Parking: Free visitor parking garage about two doors down from the Sip Stir
5. Herb's House Coffee + Company
Location: 5622 Dyer St. Suite 100 Dallas, TX 75206
Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30am-6:30pm; Sat 8am-6:30pm; Sun 12pm-6:30pm
Atmosphere: Pretty great place. I went here for work and this is a great place to go to work with friends. They have table seating and couches in various areas. On top of that, they have PRINTING.
Wi-fi: Why did I even add this section. All these coffee shops have wi-fi.
Plugs: Decent amount of plugs. You should strategically sit by a socket so you don't have to move in order to get close to one.
Coffee + Food: Coffee, Breakfast Food, Sandwiches
Parking: There is a parking lot.
6. Wild Detectives
Location: 314 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208 (Bishop Arts District)
Hours: Monday 2pm-12am; Tuesday-Friday 10am-12am; Saturday 10am-1am; Sunday 10am-12am
Atmosphere: Wild Detectives is located in a cozy house that features various forms of seating. You can seat at a traditional table or in cushy nook seats. This coffee shop doubles as a book store and coffee store so you get two for one with this place. You can study or complete work for your job and take reading breaks in between.
Wi-fi: Phenomenal wi-fi.
Plugs: They have plugs on plugs. No matter where you sit you are bound to have access to a socket.
Coffee + Food: You can get coffee, cocktails, wine, and pastries to snack on.
Parking: Most of the parking is street parking. During the week, there is no shortage of parking.
7. Cultivar Coffee
Location: 313 W Jefferson Blvd, Dallas, TX 75208
Hours: Monday-Friday 7am to 7pm; Saturday-Sunday 7am-9pm
Atmosphere: Cultivar has a rustic vibe going on with vaulted ceilings. There are about 20-25 seats available with many people in and out to just to get their coffee, so you don't have to worry about NOT finding a seat. It has a really chill vibe with minimal noise.
Wi-fi: Check. It was not working when I first got here. However, the baristas were really helpful with getting it back on line by resetting it.
Plugs: Check. They have in wall sockets and power strips which makes for a decent amount of sockets in case you need to charge your phone or laptop.
Coffee + Food: They have the typical coffee options. Prices ranging between $2.95- $5.70 for small drink options and $3.45-$7.20 for large drink options. You can find the menu here. They have everything from little treats like cinnamon rolls to sandwiches for when you are literally starving.
Parking: Plenty of metered parking. I paid approx. a $1.00 or less for 2 hours.
Honorable Mention
8. Halcyon
Location:2900 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-12am; Sat & Sun 8am-12am
Atmosphere: There is a lot of space to sit down. You can sit on the couch if you want to be more comfortable or at a table to really get your ish done. There is plenty of natural light which is perfect for your eyes and your mind because when you get to bogged down with work you people watch the people outside.
Wi-fi: They do but when I went there may have been to many people on the wi-fi so I was unable to connect.
Plugs: They have a ton. Literally, all the seats along a wall have a set of sockets.
Coffee + Food: Coffee, food, and alcoholic drinks. I tried their chicken biscuit which was perfect. The crunchiness of the chicken was on point and I enjoyed the dichotomy between the hot sauce and honey on the biscuit.
Parking: Halycon has a parking lot right across the street from the restaurant.
9. The Alcove
Location: 2907 State St, Dallas, TX 75204
Hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-3pm; Friday 8am-3pm
Atmosphere: It has a bar feel but you want to know why? It operates as a coffee shop from open to 3 pm and turns into a bar at 3 pm to close. I think this is an underrated coffee shop but you can sit at a table or at the bar to do your work. In addition, you can sit outside in the patio area if you want some sun.
Wi-fi: Check. Just ask the barista for the code or look for the sign with the password.
Plugs: There are plugs on the underside of the bar and you can find a plug or two around the tables.
Coffee+Food: You hungry? They can hook you up with pizza, wings, etc. along with your coffee.
Parking: Street parking and it is pretty easy to find...at least the day I went.
10. Native Coffee Co.
Location: 4319 Alpha Rd, Dallas, TX 75244
Hours: Monday-Saturday 7am-5pm; Sunday 7am-2pm
Atmosphere: It is a really spacious coffee shop that has a rustic feel. I love the high ceilings and natural lighting it is the vibe.
Wi-fi: Sure do.
Plugs: They have a few. I was lucky enough to secure a spot by a plug but getting next to a plug could be difficult.
Coffee + Food: They only serve coffee so you can get your caffeine intake.
Parking: Plenty of parking in the parking lot.
11. Pearl Cup Coffee
Location: 7865 Firefall Way, Ste F-180 Dallas, TX 75230
Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30am-8pm; Saturday – Sunday 7:30am–9pm
Atmosphere: I ended up here on a whim but such a chill place to go. It is a new coffee shop that opened up near the North Park area. It is a cozy, intimate, and minimalist vibe going.
Wi-fi: Yes. Most def'.
Plugs: There is a decent amount.
Coffee + Food: Oooh, they serve paninis, breakfast tacos, and pastries on top of their delicious coffee options.
Parking: You are in luck because there are plenty of parking.