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The Podium

4007B Greenbriar Dr, Houston, TX

★★★★★4.6(185 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

The Podium is a refreshingly unconventional coffee spot tucked into a Porsche dealership lot in Houston, blending craft coffee with an industrial garage aesthetic and doubling as an event space—it's the kind of place where you might sip a solid cappuccino while surrounded by luxury cars and creative vibes. The warm, welcoming service and surprisingly delightful pastries (like their sausage kolache) make it worth visiting, though some feel the spacious venue hasn't quite hit its stride yet. If you're looking for a laptop-friendly spot with genuine character and a concept that's genuinely one-of-a-kind, this is where Houston's coffee culture gets playfully weird.

What to expect

MeetingsSpecialty drinksLaptop friendlySlow sitWifiTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

Albana Ochaeta
★★★★11 months ago

Great location for some laid back, car-centric vibes. The coffee (one cappuccino and one flat white) and pastries (sausage kolache) were surprisingly delightful, with the price being about average. I highly encourage a visit, especially if you’re into cars. The missing star is for the lack of enough outlets, as others mentioned. Other than that, there’s ample seating and great customer service. I’ll definitely come back!

Jimmy Zhu
★★★★a year ago

I think the concept is cool, a public mixed use event/bar/coffee/workspace in the same lot as a porsche dealership. It just seems a bit unfinished…there’s loads of empty space when the space isn’t being used for an event, leading to most of the tables being taken. The drinks were delicious but a bit overpriced for the occasion. We sat by the window at the only open table and were blasted by the sun. I wish there was a bit more consideration on that front. I’d return for an event, but I wonder how parking will be managed.

Brett Harmeling
★★★★★a year ago

Ambiance and space designed to be welcoming to Porsche enthusiasts. Great assortment of craft coffees and drinks. Venue turns into an event space as well. Great location. 10/10 recommend!

Kevin Wang
★★★★a year ago

Modern coffee shop and bar in a garage. Their latte was solid but nothing to write home about. Service was very warm and friendly. It’s an interesting space but feels empty. I would’ve appreciated a couple more plugs and more seating arrangements. The garage setup also means that certain areas of the Podium are cold, when getting blasted by AC, while others are on the warmer side.

Mocmoc P
★★★★★a year ago

I attended a business function at The Podium, a hidden gem nestled next to the Porsche dealership. The drinks and appetizers were decent, but the atmosphere was great. It was a unique experience to mingle amongst the stunning Porsche models, adding a touch of luxury to the evening

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