Café & Bar · Houston, TX

Good evening, sweet friend — pull up a chair and stay a while.

We are Mariposas, a small café and bar on Fondren Road where every dessert is made by hand and every sip is an occasion. Coffee to linger over. Cocktails to celebrate with. A space that feels like home.

A beautifully plated dessert on a blush-toned table at Mariposas café
11384 Fondren Rd, Houston 77035 · 1713-485-0930 · Open daily
A chef plating a delicate dessert in the Mariposas kitchen

Our story

Baked with intention, served with warmth.

Mariposas Sweet Desserts was born from a simple belief: that the best moments happen slowly, over something delicious. Our kitchen draws on traditional techniques and locally sourced ingredients to create desserts that feel both timeless and fresh.

By day, we pour specialty coffee and serve pastries alongside light lunches. By night, the space transforms — candles are lit, the bar opens, and we shift into cocktails and small plates designed for sharing.

Whether you stop in for a quick espresso or plan an evening with friends, we want you to feel the same thing every time you walk through our door: that you are exactly where you are meant to be.

The Mariposas interior with warm lighting and minimalist décor

Visit us

We are ready for you

Address 11384 Fondren Rd
Houston, TX 77035-2010
Hours Mon – Thu  10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Fri – Sat  10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday  11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Get in touch

We would love to hear from you

Whether you have a question, want to plan an event, or simply want to say hello — drop us a line and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

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