Third Place
★ 4.4 · 84 reviews Houston Opened 2026
Morning coffee inside a James Beard finalist's restaurant
Third Place is the daytime coffee counter inside Jūn, the Heights restaurant from James Beard finalists Evelyn Garcia and Henry Lu. Same kitchen, same room, just a coffee and a pastry instead of a reservation.
It was a Coffee Shop of the Year finalist at CultureMap's Tastemaker Awards, an odd feat for a restaurant's morning program. Go before dinner service ramps up for the quieter version of the room.
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Nicole TheCaulkArtist 143 reviews · Local Guide 9 June 2026
Third Place on 20th Street is one of those rare spots that feels like a true neighborhood gem. The service is amazing…warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly, making every visit feel comfortable and enjoyable from the moment you walk through the door. The coffee is absolutely fantastic, expertly prepared and full of flavor. Whether you’re stopping in for your morning caffeine fix or settling in to get some work done, it’s the kind of coffee that keeps you coming back. The breakfast taco is another standout, hearty, flavorful, and perfectly satisfying. It’s packed with delicious ingredients and makes for the perfect start to the day. One of the coolest things about Third Place is its versatility. During the day, it operates as a cozy coffee shop with a relaxed atmosphere, but by night it transforms into a restaurant, Jūn, giving the space a completely different energy and making it a destination throughout the day. With excellent coffee, delicious food, outstanding service, and a unique day-to-night concept, Third Place is a fantastic addition to the Houston dining scene and a place well worth visiting. Side note:. I was there for a pop-up art show which this space is absolutely fantastic for! Thank you so much for supporting the local Artist community and all that you do!
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Chanamae G 5 reviews 6 June 2026
Loved the atmosphere when walking into the space! The empanada and pastry were delicious. Low rating for the food because I got a matcha with ube foam; the matcha itself was too milky and it did not have a good flavor profile. It looked promising by the green hue at first. The ube foam could not save it. My friend got the strawberries and cream foam matcha latte and she agreed about the poor matcha quality. The staff had nothing to say when I told them the matcha wasn’t good. I had order a coffee to make up for it. I’ll come back for the food and coffee options.
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Violet Crain 29 reviews · Local Guide 30 May 2026
I love Third Place! Best ube drinks and empanadas in the game. The staff is always kind and my drinks have been good every visit, so they’re also consistent! I have literally no complaints. 5/5 stars easy ⭐️
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Aya Becker 73 reviews · Local Guide 17 May 2026
I was very excited to visit this place for the first time. The barista was very nice and helpful with recommending drinks. I ordered a cappuccino and a donut. The cappuccino was good, but I had to wait almost ten minutes for the donut after receiving my coffee. The donut itself was just okay, and unfortunately it later upset my stomach, although I rarely have any problems with food. I liked the café visually and the atmosphere was pleasant, but overall the experience was average for me.
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Ericka Haley 99 reviews · Local Guide 27 March 2026
We went to support PX Project when they held residency earlier this month. The Turkey Melt and Beef Bulgogi bowl were fabulous as always. The space was so peaceful and bright with soft music to add to the zen. The Third Place staff was quite friendly and pleasant, and the beverage menu offered wonderful choices to complement your meal, or as a stand alone refreshment.
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