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Butterfly Pink Drink (left) and fresh fruit, bake toast and homemade ice cream (right). Photo courtesy of A Day Cafe.

The Fix: A Day Cafe

April 17, 2023

As a busy student, finding a cafe that's friendly for both unwinding and socializing can be a challenge, but A Day Cafe could be the place you're looking for. A Day Cafe is a trendy coffee spot with an...

Photo by Rylee Russell | Mercury Staff

The Fix: Karmic Grounds

February 27, 2023

No student should miss out on Karmic Grounds, a triple threat cafe with the perfect study ambience, hangout spot and high-quality coffee and tea. With two locations in Frisco, Karmic Grounds is popular...

Photo by Katheryn Ho | Mercury Staff

The Fix: Mojo’s Java saves Richardson residents from chain drink doldrums

November 14, 2022

Ten minutes down Coit Road lies some of the best coffee anywhere near UTD, Mojo’s Java. Mojo’s Java sits inside Cottonwood Market on Coit and Belt Line and is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through...

Photos by Katheryn Ho | Mercury Staff

Benny’s Bagel

October 17, 2022

Benny’s Bagels is a kosher bagel shop located five to eight minutes away from campus down Frankford Road. It sits in a strip mall just before the Hillcrest junction and is open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday...

Dutch Bros Coffee

Dutch Bros Coffee

April 11, 2022

Not many restaurants, let alone coffee chains, claim to have a highly sociable drive through experience, but Dutch Bros Coffee provides a quick fix of energy – in more ways than one. Located about...

While the coffee at Mudleaf is a bit more expensive than your average shop, the
coffee warrants it. Their unique "Wedding" flavoring is particularly good. Photo by Anna Phengsakmueang | Photo Editor

Mudleaf Coffee

March 8, 2022

Across the street from a post office in Plano, there’s Mudleaf Coffee, a spacious coffee shop that just might be the next place for you to get your fix. Located on the intersection of Parker and...

Communion provides a coffeeshop, diner and cooperative space all in one, but
there are small issues with the coffee and diner. Students can study for free at UTD. Photo by Ben Nguyen | Managing Editor

Communion Coffee

February 21, 2022

While travelling down Route 75, you might spot a sign for Communion Coffee on Exit 24. With both good food and ample working space, the diner offers more than just coffee—but how good is it for getting...

Photo by Anna Phengsakmueang | Photo Editor

The 1418 Coffeehouse

February 7, 2022

A large, refillable cold brew bottle just 15 minutes away. Do I have your attention? If so, the 1418 Coffeehouse might be the next spot for you to get your fix. Located in Historic Downtown Plano,...

I Love U A-Latte's atmosphere, coffee and wifi provides a perfect study location. Photo by Tatwik Bodepudi | Mercury Staff

I Love U A-Latte

January 24, 2022

Every time you wake up, you go through a morning- or late afternoon- routine, and for many students that includes getting a cup of tea or coffee. If you’re tired of hitting up the on-campus Starbucks...

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