SWBTS Cafe

1900 W Boyce Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76115, United States
+1 817-923-1921 ext. 2234
$$$ Cafe
(41 Reviews)

SWBTS Cafe is a straightforward campus coffee shop nestled within the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth. It serves as a quiet spot to grab a coffee, soda, or a quick bite—making it especially convenient for students, faculty, and visitors on the premises.

The atmosphere here leans toward casual and low-key, with an emphasis on comfort and familiarity rather than trendy café vibes. Regulars comment on the friendly baristas who often remember names and usual orders, which adds a local, community feel uncommon in typical chain cafes. The presence of a soda fountain alongside coffee options provides a bit of variety for those who prefer cold drinks.

While the coffee quality receives consistent appreciation, the food offerings have shifted over time. Previously known for solid sandwiches, the current menu leans more toward simple snacks and small meals rather than elaborate fare. This makes the café more of a quick stop than a place for a drawn-out lunch.

Best visit times tend to align with campus activity—mornings and early afternoons when students and staff are moving between classes or meetings. The environment is relaxed but functional, making it suitable for informal meetings, catching up on studies, or taking a break between commitments. Though there’s not a lot of hustle, it’s a practical spot for those who appreciate a calm place that doesn’t demand hours of their day.

Overall, SWBTS Cafe fits into the rhythm of campus life, offering a familiar space where people know each other's names and come for straightforward, dependable coffee and snacks. It’s less about a café experience as a destination and more about being a reliable part of daily routines within the Seminary grounds.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
What they serve
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Table service
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

08:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

41 Reviews
Dusty Marshall

28 Nov 2025

Simple and good. Nice place to relax and grab a coffee or soda as well as a quick snack or small meal. Located on the campus of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. If you are on campus or a student it is very convenient. Check it out some time.

BluSpectre

26 Oct 2025

Just the campus coffee shop. Good coffees and even a soda fountain if you fancy something cold.

Tim Bausum

18 Oct 2025

I love SWBTS cafe! The baristas are always friendly, and remember their customers, including names and regular orders. The coffee is amazing, the brew bar options always leave me both satisfied and wanting more! My only complaint is that they no longer make amazing sandwiches. They used to make some of the best sandwiches, now they don't, and that's sad...

Jason Irwn

17 Oct 2025

Great place to go hang out or grab a bite to eat. Good food and good people.

Debra Hill

12 Oct 2025

Didn't actually go in the cafe. I was at a Women's Auxiliary Luncheon. But the Cafe looked nice, clean, and comfortable.

A MH

06 Oct 2025

I used to work here as a barista many years ago, it was absolutely some of the best times in my life! The people here will take good care of you and the coffee is always great.

Meredith Goff

01 Oct 2025

I go to this place everyday and the people there will make you feel like family! The coffee is great, I recommend the lattes and drink of the week.

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