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    The Grounds Bean Bar

    3.8 (286 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    THE GROUNDS BEAN BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Audrey L.

    After eating next door at Rocky's, I needed a little pick me up and stopped in at The Grounds Bean Bar. I was so torn on what to order but decided on the lavender honey latte. It was so good! I was afraid it would be too sweet but it was perfect. It mixed a sweet and earthy flavor into the perfect latte. The shop itself is so cute! The decor was great and the tables were comfortable to sit at and chat.

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    vanessa c.

    This place was subpar in my opinion The coffee wasn't great as it was just milky and not very sweet either The bagel was good in terms of cream cheese amount and toastiness but the bagel was pretty generic Cute interior and nice service but if I'm looking for tasty coffee it's not this place

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    Maayan Y.

    Location is probably the selling point here - near crown point park! Next to other restaurants. Parking can be tricky on the weekends. Coffee was just OK. I did enjoy the art and murals around the shop and the homey feel. Few tables and a bar with quiet feel if you wanted to get some work done or meet with friends.

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    Nastaran M.

    I stopped here for an online class. They were so accommodating and had the most delicious adaptogenic mushroom latte. The portion of the drink was incredible for the price and i still think its one if the cutest coffee shops in sd.

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    coffee tastes like a nice cup of milk, breakfast sandwich was awful! The jam doesn't complement the sandwich at all.

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    Service was good! I ordered their pumpkin spice, it's was decent. They are dog friendly and offer seating outside

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