There are so many five-star reviews on here for good reason, but I figure I’ll add my two cents. Alley Cats was an unexpected gem for us when we visited town and stumbled across it. Between the great beer selection, circa-1940s Pullman lounge car and very friendly owner and staff, this is a place not to be missed. We were there in the evening and didn’t have coffee, but I imagine it’s superb. Highly recommend.
Trent Istre
Good people, good coffee, good atmosphere! What more could you ask for?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcus Janssen
You won’t find a cooler place and an involved owner!! The coffee is made with Onyx beans!! The flavor is worth the drive and great to have in This border town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
HedgeHodge “HodgePodge”
A cool cafe in a old train car in the downtown area. I recommend the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jayne Outdoors
Super cool coffee shop in an old train car. However, our mochas were undrinkable. We ordered one with an extra shot and it was watery and sour - shots definitely weren’t pulled correctly. The other was way too sweet.I wouldn’t go back for the coffee, but the ambience was neat and their food menu looked good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Susan Abbott
It was in a railroad car. CUTE! 5 of us. We all had some form of coffee. All of us liked ours except 1. She said it was ok but would not order it again. Adorable place and would go back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Milk Options
Amy Villarreal
Cute atmosphere that’s surprisingly kid-friendly. Friendly staff and easy parking. Has an elevator for wheelchair accessParking: Plenty of safe parkingKid-friendliness: Very kid friendly and encouragedWheelchair accessibility: Elevator for wheelchair
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jesse N
Unique coffee shop altogether. Enjoyed the catestry and the idea of turning a train car into a business is very unique. Would go back and recommend coffee and cat lovers to visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
David Barton
Kinda small tight and felt claustrophobic coffee was decent but not quite hot enough and price was comparable to a Starbucks it was a decent coffee bar not really nostalgic but more new wave style and not as friendly as central perk style from friends TV series, I kinda like a friends type of setting with the big comfy sofas and the actual glass coffee mugsParking: The stairs going into was trouble when your a senior with medical problems with back and knee and hip surgery so getting into to the counter to order a cup of coffee was a bit of troubleWheelchair accessibility: Didn't see any way a wheelchair could get inside
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Loti Nights
This place is simply awesome! The staff are super friendly and the coffee is great… Oh and don’t forget about the avocado (or banana) toast. If you’re passing by this place is worth the stop. The decor and coffee shop alone are worth a pit stop and the coffee doesn’t disappoint. If you want to get experimental, try the spicy Myan mocha (with chocolate or cinnamon). Enjoy!
There are so many five-star reviews on here for good reason, but I figure I’ll add my two cents. Alley Cats was an unexpected gem for us when we visited town and stumbled across it. Between the great beer selection, circa-1940s Pullman lounge car and very friendly owner and staff, this is a place not to be missed. We were there in the evening and didn’t have coffee, but I imagine it’s superb. Highly recommend.
Good people, good coffee, good atmosphere! What more could you ask for?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
You won’t find a cooler place and an involved owner!! The coffee is made with Onyx beans!! The flavor is worth the drive and great to have in This border town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A cool cafe in a old train car in the downtown area. I recommend the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super cool coffee shop in an old train car. However, our mochas were undrinkable. We ordered one with an extra shot and it was watery and sour - shots definitely weren’t pulled correctly. The other was way too sweet.I wouldn’t go back for the coffee, but the ambience was neat and their food menu looked good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
It was in a railroad car. CUTE! 5 of us. We all had some form of coffee. All of us liked ours except 1. She said it was ok but would not order it again. Adorable place and would go back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee, Milk Options
Cute atmosphere that’s surprisingly kid-friendly. Friendly staff and easy parking. Has an elevator for wheelchair accessParking: Plenty of safe parkingKid-friendliness: Very kid friendly and encouragedWheelchair accessibility: Elevator for wheelchair
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Unique coffee shop altogether. Enjoyed the catestry and the idea of turning a train car into a business is very unique. Would go back and recommend coffee and cat lovers to visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kinda small tight and felt claustrophobic coffee was decent but not quite hot enough and price was comparable to a Starbucks it was a decent coffee bar not really nostalgic but more new wave style and not as friendly as central perk style from friends TV series, I kinda like a friends type of setting with the big comfy sofas and the actual glass coffee mugsParking: The stairs going into was trouble when your a senior with medical problems with back and knee and hip surgery so getting into to the counter to order a cup of coffee was a bit of troubleWheelchair accessibility: Didn't see any way a wheelchair could get inside
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
This place is simply awesome! The staff are super friendly and the coffee is great… Oh and don’t forget about the avocado (or banana) toast. If you’re passing by this place is worth the stop. The decor and coffee shop alone are worth a pit stop and the coffee doesn’t disappoint. If you want to get experimental, try the spicy Myan mocha (with chocolate or cinnamon). Enjoy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
What a neat Coffee Bar! Great location and ambiance. Coffee and Food were outstanding while the staff was very accomodating and nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really good espresso. Sometimes a little wait.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Awesome coffee place. One of the coolest I've ever been too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee
Well worth driving down town to visit. Neat location by the train station, the coffee shop is in a restored train car. Our lattes were delicious also!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The energy was amazing, just magical!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast