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    Steaming Bean

    4.1 (391 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    YENNY L.

    The parking is free. The service was slow. The avocado toast was delicious and the smoothie too. The lavender haze tasted too much like perfume. The ambiance is busy and fast.

    Alex H.

    Steaming Bean is such an adorable little coffee spot in Shell Beach. Their outdoor patio areas are a big selling point; the lower one is expansive and has a large lounge area with comfortable seating, and the upper patio has various tables and beautiful ocean views - so relaxing! The perfect spot to do some work on your laptop or meet a friend for coffee and food. Their coffee is absolutely delicious and they have a good variety of breakfast and lunch options. I highly recommend their iced lattes, smoothies, and croissant / breakfast sandwiches! Service is always friendly and can be a tad slower sometimes, but generally expected in the generally quieter, sleepy town of Shell Beach (except during the busy summer months). Overall, the atmosphere and vibe of Steaming Bean is just perfection. I love this place!

    Oatmeal with brown sugar
    Derek P.

    Very cute coffee shop in Shell beach that serves great coffee and treats. Oatmeal and along with my latte was a great way to start the morning. The staff is super friendly. Come here to get your coffee fix and to start your morning!

    Kelly S.

    We stopped by Steaming Bean after a mini trip to Shell Beach, and the location couldn't be more convenient - just off the main strip. Super cute spot with plenty of seating options: a dog-friendly front patio, lots of indoor tables, and a huge back patio with ocean views. The breakfast menu had great choices like burritos, avocado toast, and more. We ordered the breakfast burritos and they were delicious, especially with the variety of salsas that you can grab from the fridge. We got oat milk cappuccinos that were tasty as well. The staff was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

    Egg bowl with Greek salad
    Danielle R.

    Got some yummy scrambled eggs. Ate on the back patio. Not much shade. Close quarters... got to simultaneously be in on a bible study and old man's game with wooden tiles. Inside was packed with kids on their laptops. My latte was good. Servers were nice enough. Parking was on the street or behind the building-- but not difficult.

    Hot cocoa
    Jill M.

    We love this little spot each year when we come to Pismo on vacation! We walk from The Seacrest to this gem of a coffee shop. My daughter highly recommends the Cookies & Cream Smoothie! She wants to come back before we leave to get another! We didn't try any food, but saw many in the shop eating & enjoying their drinks. It is a small, cute little shop that brings peace, especially in the patio. A fun stop if you are a coffee lover! We will be back!!

    black and white soy latte & breakfast sandwich
    Danielle T.

    A super cute coffee shop with plenty of seating (indoor and outdoor). Free wifi making it a perfect place to study and the food and drink was good too. Service was fast and employees were super nice and helpful with any questions. Highly recommend!

    Mediterranean bowl and grasshopper
    Luna

    Stopped here while on vacation .This is a cute local coffee shop. The food, tasty and fresh. Drinks came quickly.

    Delicious cherry chai

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    Paid for a 12 oz Cappuccino. They gave me an 8 oz cup with 2 oz of coffee in it and the rest was foam

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    Delicious lattes and pastries. Cute little cafe with indoor and outdoor patio seating

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    Young lady at counter, when she hands you an empty cup or handles empty cups (writing your name on cup) she puts her fingers inside the cup.

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    Awesome relaxed spot with next level coffee and pastries. Even a spacious patio with a nice view. Go there asap.

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    Great coffee and atmosphere. We come here every morning for coffee when we stay in pismo

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