The Alcove Coffee Company

This is a shady business. The previous coffee shop here has been a staple of the neighborhood and was pulled up seemingly overnight with very little notice to the previous business that occupied this spot. Only to have the Alcove kick them out to open their own shop. This is NOT the same coffee shop the bar seems to be claiming it is. This is NOT a renovation. This is NOT a reopening. This is what stealing business looks like. Letting another business build clientele and rapport over nearly 10 and trying to steal it out from under them is a spineless move This is a business with a complete lack of integrity. Take your business elsewhere in the neighborhood.

A friend and I came on a Sunday afternoon to drink coffee and talk. Once 3pm came up, the bartender put on the Rangers game at a noise level that interrupted our conversation. When we asked if the game could be turned down to a level that would allow for us to continue our conversation, the bartender ignored the request, and put on Pearl Jam at a noise level that made working or talking impossible, forcing us out. If you like heavy rock and stonewalling staff with your coffee and wine bar, Alcove is the place for you. If you want a comfortable place to drink and talk with friends, Alcove may not be your vibe

We had my bridal shower here on a Friday evening in August at 7:30pm and the owner let use most of the seating area inside. We invited 40 and only about half showed up, typical! Phil the owner was very accommodating and allowed for us to bring our own food and drinks. All we had to do is spend $250 and not bring pizza, since that is what they specialized in. We preordered the wine bottles and ordered 5 pizzas when we got there. The pizza was absolutely delicious! The only problem was they only had limited ingredients, pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms and giardiniera. We had to order cheese and mushrooms for the non-pork eaters. Luiz, the bartender was so awesome and very down to earth. The other owner, Jason seemed like he got a little annoyed with us at one point. Parking is limited in the street but there is a parking garage in the back for residents in the area. The bar in located near lots of residences so there were lots of locals. During the day they have coffee until 3pm, reminds me of Central Perk from Friends 😁

I've been going to the Alcove for years - had many memories of great days working with coffee and nights with girlfriends - even had my first date with my husband there! The service used to be unmatched, but has unfortunately declined the last couple of times we've visited. It was hard to get a smile or honestly even a word out of the bartender. I also just received an e-mail that State Street Coffee is closing - SUPER BUMMED to hear this, as it is our favorite place for coffee in Dallas. Mike is the best and the baristas always treat you like family! If anyone is looking for a GREAT cup of coffee, a cozy place to work, and great service, try one of his other places - La Reunion in Bishop Arts or Triumphs in the design district, you won't regret it!