Uncle Calvin's Coffee House

9555 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX

★★★★★4.9(27 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Uncle Calvin's is a intimate, volunteer-run coffee house that's as much about fostering genuine community connection as it is about great coffee—they've carved out a rare space in Dallas where folk musicians share their craft with an engaged, appreciative audience in an alcohol-free environment that feels more like a gathering of friends than a typical venue. The pastries and carefully sourced coffee are thoughtful accompaniments to evenings that reviewers describe as "soulful" and even "oasis-like," attracting folks who crave authentic conversation and artistry over noise and pretense.”

What to expect

Slow sitPastriesMeetingsFamily friendlyLate nightsTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

Toby Zidle

★★★★★6 years ago

My second visit to Uncle Calvin's. A small, fairly intimate venue featuring regional talent in the folk music genre. Coffee and dessert available for purchase. Receptive audience. Had a very enjoyable evening. Check Uncle Calvin's website for entertainment schedule.

Sandy Hanne

★★★★★6 years ago

So great! I hope they go back to every week. Soulful original music by some of the greats in folk music.

Craig Langford

★★★★★7 years ago

First time...incredible! An oasis of high quality... Everything! Venue, staff (all volunteer), sound, entertainment and coffee and pastries! Was completely entranced and satisfied the whole night! I played Nashville's Bluebird Cafe in the 90's, and Uncle Calvin's is right up there for listening!

Laura Cavender

★★★★★8 years ago

Love this cool coffee house the music is great

Charles Williams

★★★★★8 years ago

This is one of the most wonderful venues for live music in the Ft Worth/Dallas area. They have some of the best performers there with very reasonable snacks and coffee. No booze allowed since this event is held in a large church. You are up close and personal with all the musicians. I dont know of a better place for entertainment on a Friday night.