Buzzbrews Kitchen is one of the highest rated restaurants in Dallas, and one of the hottest spots for breakfast. (Spencer J Eggers/The Daily Campus)

It’s that time of year again. Finals are just around the corner, which means it’s time to start reviewing notes and rereading textbooks. Or time to open those textbooks for the first time.

In any case, it’s time to find a study spot. Libraries can be a drag and you can guarantee Starbucks will be packed, which means now is as good a time as ever to expand your horizons.

If a good selection of food is critical to your study session, Buzzbrews Kitchen might be your best bet. Buzzbrews Kitchen has several locations, the closest of which is at the Southeast corner of 75 and Fitzhugh.

Though the place is closer to a restaurant that a coffee shop, they offer free wi-fi, welcome people working, and are open 24 hours.

Food and coffee are reasonably priced, and the seating is comprised of large tables and booths, perfect for laying out all of your books and notes.

The music stays a little on the loud side, but overall the atmosphere pleasantly laid-back.

Another option for those looking for a good selection of food, but wanting a little more peace and quiet is Buli Cafe.

Located in Oak Lawn, this bright and cheerful spot offers breakfast items, hearty salads, sandwiches, and a large selection of decadent desserts.

The prices are nothing to rave about, a latte costs about $4, but the selection is decent. And what’s not to love about a place that will print ‘Big Girl Cappuccino’ on your receipt when you order a large cappuccino?

The tables are on the smaller side, but are both indoors and outdoors, allowing you take advantage of the beautiful weather this time of year.

If a tried and true coffee shop better suits your study habits, Pearl Cup is Dallas favorite worth mentioning. Though the atmosphere can feel cold and uninviting, the signature Pearl latte may be one of the best lattes in Dallas.

Unfortunately their food doesn’t carry quite the same reputation. While it certainly isn’t bad and is fine if you’re in desperate need of a meal, the selection is slim, overpriced, and only mildly decent quality.

Because of its popularity, crowding can be an issue. However, there are lots of tables, so unless you try to go the Saturday afternoon before finals begin, you should be able to find a spot.

For those overcrowded occasions, White Rock Coffee Shop is the hidden gem of East Dallas. Though a little off the beaten path, White Rock Coffee is worth the trip.

The two story shop has plenty of seating, but it does get crowded on White Rock Lake race days.

The coffee is good and the food is good, but limited to muffins, cake and things of that nature. One word of warning – the coffee shop has live music nights several times a week. Check their schedule online before you go, or you’ll be trying to study in the middle of a concert.