Mazama Coffee Company Review (Dripping Springs)

Mazama Coffee Company in Dripping Springs is such a cute, cozy spot and exactly the kind of coffee shop that makes you want to slow down and stay awhile. There’s plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and even when we visited on a busy Saturday mid-morning, the line moved quickly and the whole experience still felt easy and relaxed. Mazama means a sure-footed mountain goat, which fits the shop’s warm, adventurous Texas Hill Country feel.

One of the first things we noticed was the smell. Walking inside, we were greeted by the rich aroma of fresh coffee, while outside there was the intoxicating scent of warm, cinnamony baked goods in the air. That combination was absolute perfection and made the whole place feel extra inviting from the start.

The coffee absolutely delivered. The barista mentioned that their espresso is blend of all their beans. It turned out to be velvety and delicious, and it seemed to be a double shot, which was such a nice surprise. We also tried the single-origin Ethiopian drip coffee, and it was smooth, fruity, and beautifully balanced. Mazama roasts its coffee in-house in historic downtown Dripping Springs using responsibly sourced beans, roasted in small batches and ground fresh right before brewing, and you can really taste that care and quality in every sip.

Beyond the drinks, Mazama has the kind of atmosphere that makes it easy to see why locals love it. Their menu also includes organic teas, 100% juice smoothies, iced drinks, sandwiches, salads, and pastries from their on-site micro-bakery. The baked goods looked amazing and we will definitely try some on our next visit! Mazama Coffee Company provides a relaxed atmosphere to chat with friends, enjoy live music, work peacefully with complimentary WiFi, or simply enjoy a short respite from daily life. Family-owned and operated since 2012, Mazama was the first specialty coffee house in Dripping Springs, and it still feels like a true community gathering spot. Warm, welcoming, and full of charm, it’s the kind of place that feels comfortable the moment you walk in.

Mazama Coffee Company in Dripping Springs is well worth a visit for great coffee, cozy vibes, and plenty of space to relax—and even worth the drive if you’re coming from a little farther out.

What’s changed since our visit

Still open at 301-B Mercer St, Dripping Springs — 7am–4pm on weekdays, 8am–4pm Saturday and 8am–2pm Sunday.

• Dripping Springs is its own city, not an Austin neighborhood. The drive west is the point.
• The paragraph above about small batches and responsible sourcing is close to Mazama’s own wording, and we should have credited it at the time.
• The single-origin Ethiopian is still sold. The description of the espresso was the barista’s, so treat it as counter talk.
• Family-owned since 2012 holds up. Two we can’t confirm: first specialty coffee house in Dripping Springs, and the mountain-goat name. Enjoy them as folklore.

Last checked 12 August 2026.

More on the words used here: what a house blend actually is, roasting coffee at home and how to taste coffee.

More Austin coffee shops

More of our Central Texas coffee-shop reviews: SquareRüt Kava Bar (Oak Hill), Black Rock Coffee (Southwest Austin), Texas Coffee Traders (East Austin), Barrett’s Coffee Roasters (North Central) and Bougie’s Donuts & Coffee (South Austin).

Disclosure

This review is our own visit. We have no commercial relationship with the shop, and this page carries no affiliate links and earns this site nothing.