As the specialty coffee industry prepares to land in Houston for the 2025 Specialty Coffee Expo, a brand-new guide is here to make sure you experience the best of the city. The Inside: Houston 2025, published by Roast magazine and presented by Roastar, is a curated, on-the-ground companion built to help visitors explore Houston like a local.
This guide offers a deep dive into the city’s thriving culinary and cafe culture. Inside, readers will find recommendations for standout coffee shops, buzzworthy restaurants, hidden neighborhood gems, and can’t-miss destinations across the city. Explore what Houston has to offer—along with new product launches and helpful tips for anyone attending the Expo.
Visit the Roast magazine and Daily Coffee News team at booth #1226 during the Expo, held April 25–27 at the George R. Brown Convention Center. And when the show floor winds down on Friday night, the party gets going. Roast magazine and Covoya Specialty Coffee are teaming up to host a not-to-be-missed Expo party at Rodeo Goat Houston (2105 Dallas St.). Starting at 6:00 PM on Friday, April 25, attendees can enjoy complimentary craft beer, wine, tasty bites, and karaoke for anyone brave enough to hit the stage. Cocktails will also be available for purchase—so grab your crew and join the fun.
Looking for more adventure during your Expo experience? Don’t miss Cafe Imports’ SCAvenger Hunt 2025, a coffee-fueled competition that encourages attendees to explore the show floor, connect with top brands, and score great prizes. The hunt kicks off on April 25 and is open to all Expo attendees. To view full details and participating booths, click through The Inside for more information.
With The Inside in hand and a city full of flavor to explore, Houston 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting Specialty Coffee Expos yet. We’ll see you at the booth—and out on the town. View The Inside here.
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