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    Hard Bean

    4.4 (73 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Cindy L.

    Went here real quick cuz I was craving a cinnamon bun before seeing a show at the Merrick Theatre and I also got a refresher type drink called The Fizz which was really good! I loved that it had chunks of fruit in it. Very refreshing. I liked the cinnamon roll too, I think it was outsourced from a cinnamon roll specialty place? They were in bags and had a brand name on them but they were pretty good for not being fresh. It wasn't as gooey and heavy on cinnamon filling as I was hoping and I was worried about it having too much frosting on the top but it ended up being a good amount! Really liked the interior of the place too, a bunch of very cute little areas to sit and relax in.

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    Eric R.

    I desperately needed a cup of coffee and Hard Bean didn't disappoint. Great place with cool decor typical of a coffee shop. Service was very good. Friendly workers there took care of me. Now for the coffee. I had a mocha and it was outstanding. One of the best I've ever had. I highly recommend going here, I'll definitely be coming back.

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    Rachel W.

    This newish place was adorable and in prime real estate the corner of Merrick Avenue and the LIRR on Sunrise. I didn't expect it to have tables and chairs and sofas like the old Starbucks. The drink selection was good and unusual. I ordered a lavender matcha that was good, but not amazing. The staff was sweet, but there was a slight language barrier. All in all, it's a solid place to go for your coffee. I recommend Hard Bean.

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    Susan M.

    I'm not usually on this part or the island but I had saved this spot for some time. I stopped by on a random weekend afternoon and it was quiet. Drink was strong and delicious. Service was attentive and kind. If this coffee shop was closer to me I would definitely be there doing some work or reading. It felt cozy but bright enough for productivity. If in the area I would stop by again

    Leah S.

    As someone who loves going to cafes and trying unique drinks, I found the drinks to be delicious. There are a lot of options to choose from but the iced shaken espresso is my favorite, as there are plenty of cold foam options to choose from. This is actually our second time here. We enjoyed the drinks we got the first time so much we drove an hour to come back to try more drinks. Currently, there is a fall menu and we got 2 drinks from it-- pumpkin pie and maple matcha as shown in the picture. You can get the pumpkin pie with whatever coffee- we got it with the iced shaken espresso. It tastes exactly like a pumpkin pie-- imagine a PSL but even better. The maple matcha is also great- a balance of sweet maple with earthy matcha. Great space and ambiance to do work. The man who works there is also the sweetest. PSA: for all the matcha lovers, try the banana matcha it is so good!

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    Lisa T.

    I was i. the area, wanted a latte and found this place easily. Parking was plentiful. This is a cute place with plenty of seating to relax or catch up with friends. I got an iced skinny latte and it was very good and refreshing. I like supporting small family businesses so you should check it out.

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    Amy G.

    The staff was very nice. The store is spacious and has plenty of seats. I tried a tiramisu iced shaken espresso which was good.

    Nick M.

    Unfortunately, I didn't have a great experience here. The coffee shop is very nice, with lots of seating and a cozy atmosphere. However, I ordered a caramel iced coffee, and it was undrinkable. I'm not exactly sure what was wrong with it, maybe it was expired milk.

    Rich M.

    Came here since it was one of the few "mom & pap" coffee shops open. It's a nice chill vibe inside with excellent & friendly service. The coffee was HOT and tasted fresh which was great. All of us enjoyed our drinks. Would come back.

    White chocolate iced latte with oat milk
    Sam K.

    Loveee this coffee shop! They have a lot of fun flavors on the menu, and there are usually some seasonal flavors available too. Some of my favorites include white chocolate, caramel, and red velvet ; (seasonal). The service here is also great, and I've never had to wait longer than a couple minutes for my coffee.

    Diana B.

    I came here with my dad after the morning church service on a Sunday. I've been wanting to try this shop out since I noticed it. I wasn't disappointed, it was great. There is a wide variety of coffee drinks and food available to chose from when you walk in. I had the regular coffee and the Monkey Bread. The Monkey Bread wasn't overly sweet but it was sweet enough. It was great dipping it inside of my coffee. The regular coffee was also pretty good, I always judge a coffee shop by their regular cup of coffee, as fun as coffee drinks are you can't properly judge a drink with the flavored syrups that go inside of a coffee drink. The place is relaxing to hang out in and the owner was friendly. Definitely a good place to visit!

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    Great food and coffee. A perfect vibe and the service is amazing ! Definitely recommend!

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    The sweetest staff and the most delicious coffee! 10/10, will definitely be a frequent customer!

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    Latte was okay. Pricy. Woman behind the counter could have been friendlier. Probably won't return

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    Great little coffee shop!! Coffee was delicious and the owner was such a nice guy! I will definitely return!

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    great service, awesome coffee, and a very clean and calm environment! definitely reccomend!

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