Got Java? Local Coffee Houses in Dallas, Texas

There are days when you need a quick cup of Joe to get your morning started. Then there are those lazy days where you just want to sit somewhere, chill out with a book, and drink some green tea. Then there are days where you want to meet up with some friends and listen to the latest local music scene unfold before you. Any of those situations can be solved by going to one of the following local coffeehouses in Dallas, Texas where "coffee" isn't just a drink, it's a lifestyle.

Opening Bell Coffeehouse

#300, 300 North Akard

www.openingbellcoffee.com

Hours: M-Th 7 am-10 pm; Fri 7 am-Midnight; Sat 9 am - Midnight; Sun - CLOSED

Opening Bell Coffeehouse has two locations, the historic Sears building on Lamar and their new café bar venue on Akard. They specialize in coffee and stocks, which gives them their "Opening Bell" name. Try their special "Opening House" house blend coffee, smoothies, or assortment of teas. They also serve wine and beer. If you get the munchies, they also serve sandwiches and pastries. Some highlights include free wireless access, open mic nights, and live music.

Gachet Coffee and Books

1804 Greenville Ave

www.gachetcoffee.com

Hours: 7 am-10 pm Daily

When you walk into Gachet Coffee and Books, you're transported to a European art café. This posh coffeehouse in Dallas specializes in coffee and its rotating art exhibits. Their offerings include coffees, teas, smoothies, Italian sodas, sugar free options, and hot chocolate. When you walk out, you'll be aching to learn French.

The Pearl Cup

1900 N Henderson Ave

www.thepearlcup.com

Hours: Mon-Th 7am- 9 pm; Fri 7 am- 9 pm; Sat 7 am-9 pm; Sun 9 am- 5 pm

The Pearl Cup is the latest addition of trendy hotspots in the Knox/Henderson area of Dallas, Texas. It's a cozy coffeehouse located at the corner of Henderson and McMillan next to The Slip Inn, Barcadia, and The Blue Collar. Try their signature drink "The Pearl Latte." Other products include high-end eats like cheese plates, gourmet panini sandwiches, Italian cookies and desserts. The Pearl Cup also has free wireless internet and a patio. Also, check out their Friday night live music sessions.

White Rock Coffee

10105 E Northwest Hwy

www.wrcoffee.com

Hours: Mon-Thur 6 am-11 pm; Fri 6 am- 12 midnight; Sat 7 am-12 midnight; Sun 7 am-10 pm

White Rock Coffee is a local treasure located near White Rock Lake. White Rock Coffee specializes in serving locally grown, organic coffee. You can even buy their coffee online. They also offer fruit smoothies, teas, iced mochas, and other blended drinks. You can check out local live music on weekends. Tuesdays are their open mic nights. Free wifi is offered at this location, as well.

Legal Grounds

2015 Abrams Rd

Hours: Mon- Fri 6:30 am-2 pm; Sat-Sun 7 am to 2:00 pm

The owner of this long-time local favorite coffeehouse is a lawyer with an office behind the kitchen of Legal Grounds. You can come in for the coffee, breakfast, or for some legal services. Legal Grounds offers good food like pancakes with granola and fruit and breakfast sandwiches. At night, the coffee shop turns into a Greek restaurant.