Crema's Take
“Big Shoulders roasts their own beans and makes their own syrups in-house, giving them the kind of creative control that results in standout drinks like their brown sugar miso latte—a genuinely unique sweet-and-savory combo that justifies the premium pricing. The vibe here is refreshingly unpretentious despite the quality, with friendly staff and surprisingly excellent food that makes this North Loop spot feel like a genuine neighborhood gem rather than a polished showcase. If you're after specialty coffee that takes real risks with flavor rather than playing it safe, this is worth the detour.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks, with a pour-over program. Slow-sit spot. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Perfect coffee shop! Excellent coffee. No pretentious attitude and surprisingly tasty food. I was glad I found this place in what otherwise looked like a pretty sad coffee situation in the local neighborhood….
We were in the area by chance and I saw BS was near by. Alyssa was very friendly and hospitable. The drinks and pastry we had was amazing. We were very pleased with everything. Thank you 😊
The service was quick and they roast their own beans and make their own syrups. We had the brown sugar miso latte, which was a unique sweet and savory combination. Their pour our was a 48-hour anaerobic process, which was also uniquely spicy and tasty. The interior was…
I’ve found myself at Big Shoulders Coffee located on State street in what’s referred to as North Loop. BSC is a bit of a gem. I ordered my customary cappuccino, in a mug, a bit dry. However, I also gambled on a cardamom latte as I have a particular penchant for the spice. BSC…
I got the brown sugar miso latte, and it was incredible. Very rich though, I could not finish a full size. My only issue is that the prices are fairly high, especially for the slushies, DONT get them, they are around 10 bucks and one sized, and that size is like a normal medium…
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