Usually when I stop by it's always a great experience. I went there today 2/28/26 at 240pm there was a line, I don't know how many workers were there for sure. However, when I got to the window I wasn't greeted with a hello it was what can I get you. The barista walked away when she got part of my order and went to the car in the other window who was a male and she started talking to him. When she came back to my window I gave her the rest of my order again she walked over to the guy in the car talked to him came back and handed me my things. Here is the issue. My order was 2 of their specials, a PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE, a plain bagel with cream cheese and 1 hot chocolate. I told my daughter after I gave my order I felt she wasn't paying attention, she was not friendly or personable it was very dry. I got home, I live 45 minutes away I stop by here when I go see my mom. I noticed I had a chocolate chip cookie, I called just to let them know to be mindful of what they give because of people's allergies. I am allergic to chocolate been all my life. I NEVER order chocolate, almonds or oranges due to my allergies. She told me I changed my order and said chocolate chip cookie, we went back and forth because there is no way I would agree to a chocolate chip cookie I don't eat them at all! I told her this, and said the reason I called wasn't to be rude but to tell her to be more mindful. She literally got rude and said yea I'll be more mindful. That made me want to take the cookie back and smack it on her lips. I wasn't trying be rude at all. The issue is if she would have been paying attention to the car she was working on she wouldn't have made the mistake. People have severe allergies, that could potentially cause life threatening issues. The 4 star rating I had for them went down to zero. If I go there and it's her, I'm driving off. I don't spend my money with disrespectful people, or people that lie as she did. The drinks were very mediocre as well. They want us to support small businesses but how do we when they don't have morals, respect or integrity. read more

The Coffee Bear - I ordered peanut butter and this is what I got, Smdh - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auburn, Washington

The worst coffee shop ever. Disgusting coffee, taking so long to make orders just for it to taste like shit. Letting people wait in line without helping and greeting. I'll never in my life. I am so livid. You deserve to get shut down. You don't even deserve 1 star. I hope you guys go bankrupt soon. read more

**Solid Service & Great London Fog** I stopped by The Coffee Bear in Auburn for the first time, and I was impressed by how friendly and efficient the drive-thru service was. The barista was quick but still made sure to get my order right. The London Fog was really good--smooth, balanced, and not too sweet. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

Good quick service makes a mean dirty vanilla chai! They also had the white coffee I like! Wish there were more consistent places like this

Great service, good coffee and wonderful Red Bull spritzers!!! You won't be disappointed.

We stopped by on our way to Ocean Shores. The barista was SO sweet and the coffee was awesome!! Such a cute little building too.

bear-y kind customer service! pleasantly surprised with their seasonal drinks and matcha! definitely will return read more

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I do not go to this stand as often as other stands such a Gravity or BFJ. I cannot apologize for how a barista made me feel by serving other cars she knew before me. I will definitely not be going back to this stand if it was the last stand in business the owner is rude! I leave plenty of 5 star ratings. If service is not up to par why should I be dishonest... I should not. I drove away feeling very sad after my treatment, free coffee would not make it better. The last coffee establishment owned up to their mistake of giving the wrong drink and food. Not my fault. I let my review stand as is, that was my experience and I just learned that I am better off making my coffee at home or going elsewhere where I have good and kind service! Today was a challenging day, I visted 1/06/2021 at around 12:30pm. Came on in and around to the side by the road. Car in front of me. After they left I drove up, asked what I wanted. I indicated, the car on other side changed out to a woman who kept looking my way. I then noticed this woman was handed the clipboard to pay and got her drink before me but arrived at the window after me.. The barista want to say her name was Kea (receipt said this) knew her and perhaps... she drove off and barista came back to verify my drink... man drives up on other window.. barista is solo she has his drink already and addresses him by his name stating she saw him. She hands me my drink and then she gives him his drink. I felt very unimportant today visiting this stand. A guest is a guest regardless of my frequency. Yes I get a regular is wonderful but do not diminish my visit and treat me less. My drink did not even taste that great and my experience was horrible! I drove away wishing I had not come, I felt even worse than I already was. I am unemployed and this was a splurge that I now regret having wasted coming to this stand to be treated less than welcome because I am not a daily regular. read more

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The service is always the best. I've been coming here consistently for about 3 years every cup of coffee is consistent. Baristas are always friendly and talkative. read more

The BEST coffee shop! My husband and I have been going here since it opened. Love the ladies there; they know us and our drinks. Sometimes they see us and have them ready before we are even at the window. THAT is excellent customer service. They are the BEST. There is always a line (which is also a sign of an excellent coffee shop) and they are very quick and accurate. You do not have to wait a long time. If I could give 10 stars I would. Keep up the good work! read more

This is the best coffee stand in the area. Consistently exceed my expectations and I was a sbux barista for 10 years. The morning crew is fabulous and learn your name. I love the point system. My favorite is the vanilla chai latte or the pumpkin vanilla chai latte- they use a mix which is phenomenal! My other go to is an americano and they always offer to add ice to cool it a bit. Great service, I can't say enough good things! Sometimes in the afternoon the milk is not aerated properly and can taste less creamy in the drink, but otherwise the afternoon crew is awesome, too! read more

The Coffee Bear - Menu from my rainy window! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Hello Steve, This review is only for you. This is a response to you calling a 5 year elite yelper a scammer, because of a negative review she left regarding a situation I've also experienced at your stand. But instead of taking this constructive criticism, you called that reviewer a scammer. If you look at her profile, you will see 305 reviews, three hundred and fucking five my guy. If you look, you will see there are a LOT of 5 star reviews. NEVER asking for free products, discounts etc. but calling out bad behavior that ultimately left the customer feeling less than important, than regular customers. No one asked for free drinks, you willingly gave those away to correct a issue within your staff. What I recommend is to talk to your employees and try to correct the issue and apologize on your staffs behalf. If giving a free drink is offered on your behalf, DO NOT get mad at the customer because you can't manage your staff. Just because I've had a bad experience and you give me a free coffee, that doesn't fix the issue and I can STILL have a bad experience with your stand. This level of thinking is just barbaric. I want you to know that this amazing UNEMPLOYED women came to your stand, for a product and didn't receive the level of customer service experience she deserved, because your barista decided that was better deserved to regulars and continuously choose them over her. This women also so happens to be my mother. You literally hurt her so much by your comment, that she deleted her yelp. I really hope you can reflect on this situation and work problems out within PM & have a civil discussion instead of publicly try to slander a customer because the experience they had at YOUR stand, wasn't up to par. Do better Steve. You 100% lost my mother and family as a customer and I really hope others read your response and decide to stop coming as well. You were one of my favorite stands, regardless of your inconsistent customer service. Also P.S. your baristas also need to learn how to mix white chocolate powder correctly in a cold drink. Having chunks of WC powder is unacceptable. Own up to your mistakes and correct them before it's too late. P.S.S. You'd think with a pandemic going on, you wouldn't try to scam your customers. But you are, out of basic human decency. Sincerely, Another customer that you lost. read more

The best coffee in the area by far! So rich in flavor, I tried the decaf latte and it's still so full bodied! The baristas are sweet and welcoming, Wednesday's they have fresh made Belgian waffles and I got one one the house to try, I don't even like waffles but these were AMAZING! My daughter got a strawberry steamer, they made it perfect temperature. I hate steamers because they taste so milky and artificial but this actually tastes good! read more

The Coffee Bear - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Best coffee in federal way!!! This place never disappoints. The coffee always hits the spot. A must try. My favorite is a iced white chocolate mocha (yes I'm that basic) read more

The Coffee Bear - White chocolate mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Love the raspberry coconut Italian sodas with red bull. The staff is always very attentive and friendly!

LOVE this little drive-thru coffee hut. Their name has changed several times in the last couple of years: Maristas, Aroma Espresso, maybe some other name, and now The Coffee Bear. They stamp my coffee card with little heart-shape hole punchers. (Photo uploaded) My 11th drink is free. :) Actually, my 11th latte with raw sugar is free:))) Their coffee cards are adorable. It's caffeine HH from 11-3 PM if you can swing by. My only wish is that they make it an awesome study spot, but that would mean a huge tear-down and no Coffee Bear for a long while. I would suffer CB withdrawal, so I have to settle for loving CB the way it is: minimal and heavenly. CB makes the best coffee ever! My canine cheetah patiently hangs out in the backseat to get biscuits from the cute baristas here. :) read more

The Coffee Bear - a close up of a business card - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auburn, Washington

I love this place. I've come here many times over the years and the coffee is super good and the baristas are great.

Thank you Steve. You are too kind. Not everyone is willing to go above and beyond to make one customer happy.. You didn't have to and yet you cared enough. Thanks again. read more

This is my favorite drive-through coffee place in the state, definitely try the white chocolate mocha with white coffee. Fantastic service, a great rewards program, and a great location. I go here fairly often and it is always a good experience. Check them out! read more

After over a year of giving this establishment the benefit of the doubt I am DONE!!!! My first experience in this shop Dallas dropped my drink (Iced Raspberry Redbull) through my car widow all over me. I was beyond blown away, took her rude apology, a roll of paper towels and left. Given my employer frequents this establishment for our office coffees I decided I would give Dallas & The Coffee Bear the benefit of the doubt on her integrity and although she is condescending and rude I've told myself it is a matter of convenience to frequent... After this morning I will not being going back. Monday 10/3 the hot drink I ordered was cold, when I called to express my concern Dallas knew immediately it was my drink, giggled and stated she would put a few free drinks on my account to make up for it. This morning 10/6 when I arrive she named my drink at the window, smirked and proceeded to heat the almond milk up to the point it smells burnt, after allowing it to cool and sipping it the burn taste is beyond drinkable! Not to mention when the cashier rang my drink and muffin top she stated my total was over $6 I evened out my total on the receipt giving one last benefit of the doubt and then was told when I handed my slip back that I am half way to my 3rd free drink.... I asked why she didn't use my free drink "coupon" and she stated I could use it next time and laughed! Beyond disgusted with my drink, the service and the fact time and time again I assumed Dallas not only had integrity but some sort of ethical conscious. I will be researching local establishments that may be a little further but hopes not even my employer will support this business after today! read more

The place seemed nice and the person making the drinks was helpful. Not my cup of tea (coffee). Overly sweet... but if that's your thing, you will enjoy it. read more

Time to rate this place ! Let's go with the things I liked The menu had a big variety ! So that's pretty awesome ! Lots of choices ! And it's pretty cheap in my opinion ! So one star for that ! My Italian soda was okay ! I've never had it super carbonated like that before though . So maybe too much on club soda . Okay my next concern is pretty things that I noticed . I did the worker drop something in the garbage like a coffee filter thing for the fast coffee drip . Idk what it is but any who, she did dig in there to grab it but she went to the sink I think . So I'm sure she washed her hands or who knows . But don't they have multiple of those . If I was her I would've waited till here were no more customers before I dig in the garbage lol .... Next thing that bothered me . She touched my star multiple times ! I know places don't always have straws that are wrapped but if you are going to touch my straw , touch it once not multiple times . Basically she put the straw in my drink but then she went to get the whipped cream and then again touch my straw and held it to the side to spray in the whipped cream . Next time , maybe put in the whipped cream then straw !!! Probably would be better that way . The girl was helpful when I had questions but then she would walk away to the other side when I was talking . I know you have other cars but it would be nice to get a "can you give me a sec " instead of just walking off . Probably won't be back . But I like their location ! Really convenient for the morning ! Date of visit 04/01/15 read more

I just wanted to say how it makes my day to go to the coffee stand and see your wonderful girls that always brightens my day. Dafne, Alexis, Brittany and Jess are pretty amazing girls. They are fast at getting through the lines of cars with a cheerful attitude. You can't find a better stand around. Love this coffee stand! read more

Nice little coffee stand that's close to the freeway. I like to swing by here if I'm headed south since it saves me a trip of going further into Federal Way to get Starbucks. I've always received fast and friendly service, and it's nice they have the option of two lines when it's crowded. Although it can be a little tricky leaving if you aren't paying attention to the sign telling which direction to exit..but it's really not rocket science lol. Their coffee is pretty consistent and lately their Redbull Italian soda has been at the top of my list. I guess with the colder weather approaching I will switch back to coffee but during the warmer days the Italian soda is where it's at. They carry some snacks as well, like bagels and muffin tops and they have some tasty sounding daily drink specials. read more

I just moved into the area and was trying to find a new coffee stand I could frequent. I was so happy to find the coffee bear. They make white coffee SO good. It is a little pricey but at least it tastes good. One of the baristas on the weekdays mornings is always so nice and remembers my name every time! I do wish they would add an extra shot with each size up though. For example, 16 oz- 2 shots, 20 oz- 3 shots, 24 oz- 3 or 4 shots. They do keep your name on file to keep track of your points, which is nice because you don't have to keep track of a card. They offer waffles on Wednesday but they aren't really my thing, others seem to love them though. Overall one of my favorite coffee stands! read more

The Coffee Bear - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auburn, Washington

Okay every time I the barista is sooo nice! Excellent coffee at decent prices! Absolutely love this stand! I am dairy free and always get almond milk and today they recommended a dairy free whip cream they carry! They care so much about the customers happiness. Awesome place! read more

The Coffee Bear - Forgot a before picture and it's too yummy! 20oz blended almond milk mocha with an extra shot & dairy free whip! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Auburn, Washington

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To the brown hair lady in the white car who paid for my coffee: Thank you. I woke up to my family's truck being broken into, it scared my 10 year old. I had just gotten done talking to a sheriff making a report when I decided that I needed coffee. Your one act of kindness put me into tears. Thank you. I needed some faith in people and with your one simple act you have restored that. THANK YOU! I kept it going and left money for the next. The staff is amazing too! read more

My Favorite latte or tea place one of them. I know the coffee Spots and this is a good Stop to get it and go. read more

The Frizz coffee was delicious, she was not joking when she said it would taste like a root beer float. Great and friendly service! Will definitely stop by on my next visit up to the Pacific Northwest :) read more

I randomly once went to the coffee bear because its near my house and after that one time, it was my go-to coffee place. The coffee is delicious, the baristas are always so nice, and the prices are amazing! read more

This is my favorite place to go for my coffee. The girls are so friendly and remember my name and drink I get. I really love the Waffle Wednesdays they have. Best coffee and waffles around! read more

I love this place.. best coffee in town . Me and my wife love it. Half of our friends start buying coffee here.

While visiting family, I stopped here every morning! The ladies working there are friendly, sweet, and accommodating. The coffee itself is fantastic! (coming from a trained barista and coffee lover) read more

My boyfriend likes to stop here for the "Almond Joy" coffee they offer. For his birthday, I wanted to stop and get him one of his favorite treats. We drove up to the window, it was 5:58, and the girl walks over from the other window while saying "sorry, I'm closed" and shut the window! No explanation for the early close whatsoever. The sign says they close at 7, so this was truly upsetting. Also, because of the manner in which she did this, we will not be back. With so many options for coffee, I'll take my money over to a business more appreciative of their customers. My visit was 9/23/16. read more

This is my favorite place to get red bull or regular italian sodas! The customer service is great and when I have to go to Big Foot Java after 7pm when it closes their drinks arent that great compared to here. My favorite flavors are blue raspberry and watermelon& pineapple combination! read more

Swung by here this morning and service was fast, friendly and sweet! This is a nice little hidden gem tucked behind a Chevron gas station! If you blink you would most likely not even see this place and drive right by. I found out they have a different daily special everyday and for 16oz at $2.75, that ain't bad! Today's special was Banana Bread with Mocha and Hazelnut! That probably sounds like some crazy combination of way too many things, but it actually worked! The young lady who was working there this morning stated that was today's special and I thought well that's awesome, I didn't have to bother looking through the whole menu. I don't drink coffee all that often(more of a tea girl, myself) but when I do; I consider it a treat and want it to be good! And this did not disappoint, it was piping hot and delicious! It was so flavorful; I couldn't help but take a few sips every few seconds! I can't say I do that too often when I drink coffee so I know this was some good stuff this morning! She even put some whipped cream on top! It was absolutely decadent and smooth. I had barely pressed my lips against the slit of the lid and I could smell the aroma of banana bread wafting through inviting me to taste the deliciousness that awaited me! Ya, sure there's Starbucks down the street, but in all honesty I'm not all that impressed with some of the coffee's I've had in Starbucks and this one easily hands down blew some that I've had! You had me at Banana Bread with Mocha and Hazelnut!!! read more

This is my favorite drive they coffee shop. There coffee is delicious. They are very friendly and professional. The drive thru lines can get a little long during busy hours but it's with the wait. read more

Good coffee and great customer service. The barista was hustling and calm as a cucumber! Very busy for 3 o'clock and she was also battling bees at the same time. Well done!! read more

This is my favorite coffee stand. I love the coffee they make, it's good every time. The girls who make it are all very friendly, fast, and classy. My dog whines any time I drive by there without stopping (because she always gets a dog treat there). read more

This coffee stand was my favorite until recently. They have started to make the lattes way too sweet and definitely aren't as friendly as they use to be. I understand a place like this filters through staff pretty regularly, but a smile should be a mandatory greeting. read more