What's Brewing

Coffee. Pinball. Pastries

What makes it fun

What's Brewing has been locally roasting gourmet coffee for almost 40 years. What's Brewing sells these gourmet beans to both the public and wholesale distributors. What's Brewing is about more than just beans though. Those beans are used in shop to create delicious coffee treats for those needing a caffeine fix. Once you have that sweet caffeine, head over to play some pinball. That's right this is a coffee shop with a wide selection of pinball machines. What's Brewing knows what's up!

Google Reviews

What's Brewing Coffee Roasters

4.8

Based on 632 reviews

Sean Boothby

17:09 22 Sep 24

Jonathan Trent

01:26 15 Sep 24

Chris Garza

18:05 14 Sep 24

Horrible service. Forgot to make my coffees, then after reminding them of it they huff and puffed about it. Then quickly made two coffees I didn’t order. I will never come back to this location. I’ve been to many coffee shops in the area and never have I had such horrible service as well as horrible coffee.

Rebecca Kavanaugh

17:21 14 Sep 24

Excellent coffee always and excellent service except on weekends. I went today, and service was not the usual. I left with coffee beans unground because the staff member was too busy to do it, and then she wanted me to get in line again to pay even though there was a register she could use right there. She was even dismissive when I tried to tip her. I'm going to think long and hard before I go back on a weekend.

Dion Holmes

01:13 14 Sep 24

Good coffee at good prices. They're still roasting beans & making drinks. They'll grind your beans for you if need be and can give recommendations if you've had a particular coffee that you've liked or based on what you like (or don't like) in a cup. There's a pinball arcade in the building, along with an equipment corner.

Cesar Tx

21:06 24 Sep 23

I always come here for whole Ethiopian coffee beans. The Guji Highlands variety was outstanding but discontinued. But still, they have other worthy Ethiopian beans.

I exclusively use these beans on an E61 espresso machine I have at home. When these beans are freshly roasted, and freshly ground, the berry aroma they produce is incredible. I've been coming here for almost 2 years, I'm hooked with the quality.

william baker

02:06 24 Sep 23

Very good coffee over 30 ,staff very friendly .They are always up to mixing up your drink .I say surprise me and its good...A must stop for great coffee and the best Pinball in San Antonio for sure...Check out Alamo Pinball Leagues .They play here group members very nice talked to a few in Frisco .All plays are a dollar or less with quarters, coin change machines take twenties tens fives ones. Machines change weekly crazy times here

Sascha Starr

17:49 17 Sep 23

ABSOLUTE BEST coffee in San Antonio!! Amazing pastries and Pin Ball!! I love the Sami and the Mocha lattes

Christina S

03:58 14 Jul 23

Really cool coffee house with tons of pinball machines to play! I love how they have non-dairy milks to use in your coffee. Also they regularly partner with the San Antonio Feral Cat Coalition which is super cool! They really care about cats at this place. Haven't tried the food yet as when I was there I didn't see any vegan items but hoping they add some soon!

G Y (HabibiEats)

19:01 04 Jul 23

Very kind people serving Merit coffee beans with their own flare. Beautiful, small coffee house with character. Horchata latte is delightful. Pastries are wonderful. Avocado toast is thick and tasty. Everything is good here. I think this spot is overlooked due to location. It’s a great neighborhood coffee spot that deserves more love.

Andrea Amos

12:59 02 Jun 23

Such a fun place!

Not only do they have an amazing selection of beans to choose from to take home or brew there, they have an epic pinball collection!
On certain nights, they host pinball leagues in the San Antonio area. They have an expert/professional league, Beginners league, and children's league.
There is a wide range of pinball machines. From the classic wooden ones to the modern surround sound full immersive experience ones. The older ones have a little list in the top right hand corner on the machine that tells the year it was made along with a few fun facts. They range in price per game from .25-$1.00.
Don't worry about bringing quarters, as they have a change machine ready for any $1-$20 denominations.
They provide a large selection of coffee (see picture) to choose from. They will weigh it out for you to take home or they can brew it there. Excellent place to try new coffee or try a flight to see what type of coffee you like best.
Our party came in with 7 people from ages 8 years old to 50 years old, and everyone had a fun time.
The service here is prompt, friendly and knowledgeable about the coffee they offer and are happy to provide any answers to the style of coffee to recommend. Or any information of the styles of brewing coffee or the coffee itself.

We enjoyed both the coffee and games.

Callum Gibson

12:02 05 Apr 23

Lovely place to visit. Had a great time selecting out coffee to take back home. And having coffee in the same building as a roastery is such a great atmosphere. Can't wait to be back.

Neil Lewis

22:13 14 Jan 23

A SA hidden treasure. Coffee was great but when we arrived at 12:00 there weren’t many pastries left. At least 30-40 different pinball tables to choose from, including classics to relatively new releases. Staff was friendly and helpful. Great place for dates and families….although I wouldn’t mind coming back to have all my quarters to myself.