Now open in Houston

Every morning
starts with
something
worth savoring.

From our oven to your hands — freshly baked goods, specialty coffee, and pantry essentials crafted for the people who call this neighborhood home.

Fresh Daily
Made with Care
Local & Wholesome
A warm display of freshly baked pastries and artisan bread at Coffee & I in Houston
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The interior of Coffee & I bakery showing warm lighting and fresh bread on display
Our Story

A neighborhood staple
built on real ingredients and real people.

Coffee & I opened our doors on Gulf Freeway with a simple belief: the best food doesn't need a fancy label. It needs real butter, real flour, real attention — and a community that shows up every day.

We bake in small batches, source what we can locally, and keep our shelves stocked with pantry staples your neighbors actually recommend. Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee or planning your weekly groceries, we want this to be the place you look forward to.

5 AM

Baking starts

100%

Fresh, never frozen

Local

Community focused

What We Offer

From our oven
to your table

Every item on our shelves is chosen with intention — whether it's something we knead, brew, or carefully source for you.

Golden, flaky croissants fresh from the oven at Coffee & I
Best Seller

Artisan Breads & Pastries

Sourdough, croissants, cinnamon rolls, and daily specials — all baked from scratch before dawn.

A beautifully poured latte at Coffee & I café in Houston

Specialty Coffee

Espresso, pour-over, cold brew, and signature drinks — roasted to bring out the best in every cup.

Shelves stocked with wholesome groceries and pantry staples at Coffee & I
New

Wholesome Groceries

Thoughtfully selected pantry items, snacks, and everyday essentials — the kind your neighbors swear by.

A beautifully decorated custom cake ready for celebration

Custom Cakes & Treats

Birthdays, holidays, or just because — order a cake made with the same care we put into everything.

An inviting selection of loose-leaf teas and coffee accessories

Teas & Beverages

Loose-leaf teas, fresh juices, and refreshing drinks for every taste — hot, cold, or somewhere in between.

Have a Question?

Want to place a custom order or check availability? Give us a call.

(713) 944-4440
The Experience

More than a bakery —
it's a rite of passage

There's a reason people drive past three other shops to stop here. It's the smell that hits you at 7 AM. The face that remembers your order. The little things that add up to a neighborhood you're proud of.

Early Mornings, Done Right

We open before most of Houston has had its first cup. Our ovens are firing at 5 AM so the bread is warm when you walk in — not when you ask for it.

Made Like Family Would

No shortcuts. No preservatives hiding on the label. Just real recipes, real ingredients, and the kind of care you'd expect from someone who lives here too.

A Place That Knows You

We learn your order. We remember your name. This isn't a chain with a loyalty app — it's a shop where showing up consistently means something.

Right on Gulf Freeway

Easy to find, easy to park, right off the main road. Whether you're coming from the med center, clear lake, or just passing through — we've got a spot for you.

Visit Us

Come say hello

We're right off Gulf Freeway, easy to spot and even easier to love. Pull in, grab a seat, or grab a bag — we'll have it ready.

Address

12344 Gulf Fwy
Houston, TX 77034-4558

Hours

Monday – Saturday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Your neighborhood bakery
is one stop away

Fresh bread. Real coffee. People who know your name. That's Coffee & I.

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