Santos Coffee Hoover
1021 Brocks Gap Pkwy #101, Birmingham, AL
Crema's Take
“This independent Birmingham favorite excels at lighter roast espresso that regulars keep coming back for, paired with genuinely stellar pastries and a spacious, welcoming atmosphere that works equally well for a quick caffeine boost or lingering work sessions. The staff moves with impressive grace even during rushes, and there's a distinctly unpretentious, vintage-modern charm that makes Santos feel like the kind of place where your first coffee of the day actually matters. Whether you're grabbing a Fresca before a baseball game or settling in with a pumpkin muffin, the consistent quality and genuine friendliness here earns its strong reputation in Hoover.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
We have been here a few times but have not used the drive thru but there is one available. There is plenty of seating inside and outside as well. A variety of drinks and some food is available. We ordered an iced cold brew with an apple caramel latte and a lemon square. The latte was good but it was more caramel with a slight hint of apple. The lemon square was good but next time I am going to try one of the large muffins or banana nut loafs they had on display.
Very cute coffee shop. The pastries looked phenomenal. The coffee was exceptionally good. Worth the stop. Everyone was really nice as well, which makes the first interaction of the day great.
The service is always great here even during a rush. If you like lighter roast espresso, this is the place for you. They also offer decaf espresso and it tastes just as good. The Hoover location is probably the best Santos location in all of the Birmingham area for its service and quality. The drive thru makes it one of the more convenient local coffee shops as well. If you’re looking for fall drinks the pumpkin spice is amazing and their holiday drinks are even better!
Decent experience! Great food and atmosphere! It’s a great place to hang out and work or connect with friends. I got a Fresca and a pumpkin muffin, both were fantastic. Lots of seating, both soft seats and table seating. Great food options and drink options. Service was not good. Stood at register for almost 5 minutes beige anyone even acknowledged me being there. There were only two people on staff and it was not good.
After an early morning baseball game, and your kid wants something that tastes good and fast…Santos was clutch! With its very chill, Vintage-Modern vibe it was easy to sit and enjoy our breakfast and smoothies. Many items on the menu I would love to go back and try! The croissant was nice and buttery and lightly toasted. And the French Toast was so yummy! The Green smoothie was a little sweeter than I expected but I would get it again! And the strawberry smoothie was delicious! Oh…yes, the coffee (according to my husband) was flavorful.
Crema Reviews
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