As a college student, you will come to learn that sleep is precious and rare. You will often find yourself needing an extra boost to refuel. Coffee is a great answer, but its not the only one. There are multiple places around UTEP where you can unwind, study and/or refuel. Although not all of these are healthy, they’re sure to give you the energy boost you need to get through school.

Kinley’s Tea & Coffee House

This is a UTEP student favorite. One of the closest to campus, located on 2231 N. Mesa St., its only a short walk. Kinley’s has a variety of teas available, as well as coffee, smoothies and sandwiches.

Tippi Teas

Maybe coffee isn’t for you. If you’re more of a tea person or just want to be in a calmer environment, Tippi Teas is the perfect place. Located on 2501 N. Stanton. Tippi Teas also has smoothies, ice cream, matcha, a juice bar and loose-leaf tea.

Hillside Coffee and Donut Co.

This option is a short drive away from campus, but certainly worth it. Hillside carries some of the freshest coffee in town. Get a cold brew or one of their donuts, which are made there daily. Hillside offers a more mellow atmosphere and it’s far away enough from campus to keep your mind off of school. Hillside is located in TI:ME at Montecillo, 4935 N. Mesa St., Ste. 1B.

Starbucks

Starbucks is always the safest bet. There’s a wide variety of drinks to chose from and there is a location on campus in the Computer Science Building. The closest full-service Starbucks off campus is located at 2300 N. Mesa St., it’s the quickest and most convenient way to refuel between classes. If the Starbucks located inside the Computer Science Building is too far from your classes, Starbucks products are also sold at the Jamba Juice on the first floor of Union East.

BLDG 6 Coffee Roasters

BLDG 6 Coffee Roasters stands out in the way they roast their coffee. The coffee is imported from around the world, and you can also buy teas here. BLDG 6 uses handcrafted roasting machines, where they roast their coffee daily. BLDG 6 is located at 216 Cincinnati Ave.

Mom’s Fresh Juice Co.

For those health nuts who want something a little different, juice is the best option. Mom’s Fresh Juice is a local juicer that offers cold-pressed, unpasteurized and bottled juice. Mom’s can be a bit pricier than the traditional coffee or tea, but it’s all made fresh. It’s located at 3800 N. Mesa St. and open every day.