Love the vibe. Friendly to laptop lovers. Lots of seating. Great staff behind the counter and at the stove. Good food. Worth the price.
Laura S.
I actually feel bad giving this place a bad review because the staff is very nice, and I will also say that it was busy when I went in but overall I was extremely disappointed. I was looking forward to eating here based on all the great reviews, unfortunately I will not be back. I went in last Saturday with my daughter and her friend. We ordered a turkey sandwich, a grilled cheese, a salmon rollup, a strawberry smoothie, and a mint iced tea, the total came to $78. The salmon rollup was pretty decent though the ratio of salmon to lettuce was absurd, it was a thin slice of salmon and just a ridiculous amount of lettuce. I get that everything is more expensive these days but $15 should get me more than a lettuce rollup with a dash of salmon. The grilled cheese was fine, but that's it, just fine. I honestly could have made one better myself at home but whatever. The turkey sandwich was just sad. It was so obviously just thrown together. The cilantro mayo was nearly nonexistent and I ended up asking for a side of mayo. In fact I actually ended up remaking the entire sandwich just so I could eat it. The lettuce was mixed greens thrown on and of course they just fell out of the sandwich. The cheese...laughable. And the turkey slices were just slapped onto the bread. There was no care or thought to this sandwich whatsoever and for $15 you should at least pretend to care that an actual human being is going to be eating it. Also, and this was so weird, the strawberry smoothie did not taste like anything remotely strawberry. It actually had no flavor and then it tasted like a graham cracker. When my daughter said that to me and I absolutely did not believe her, then I took a sip, then her friend took a sip and she was dead right: it tasted like nothing and then weirdly graham cracker-y. It was so bizarre we just laughed. We ended up throwing it out but honestly, tossing a $9 smoothie is never fun. I get that this place is supposed to be cool (the very loud music lets you know that) but I'm past that in my life. I just want to enjoy a nice sandwich and not spend nearly $80 on crap. I wish this place all the best and the other reviews say it's great, all I can say is that was not my experience and I won't be back.
Jennifer G.
Their mushroom coffee is amazing and also their quiche is delicious of all three of their quiches is good my personal favorite is the tuna sandwiches that they have. Also, their tea selection is pretty small but it's also very good but decor of the place is amazing. I love the pinup pictures near the restroom. It's wonderful that this place is dog-friendly; I enjoy observing the other customers coming in with their furry companions. The staff is exceptionally friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this spot for a delightful brunch or a charming first date venue.
Chris Herr
If you want a $14 cold turkey sandwich on dry sourdough that you’d expect in your 7th grade school lunch then this is the spot! I’d recommend spending the extra $1.50 and go to Wax Paper in frog town and get a turkey sandwich on fresh baked ciabatta bread with lots of turkey and a lime wedge.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Daniel S.
The food here is delicious. The service is very kind and the ambiance is that of creatives. I had the pleasure of coming here and having the French toast. It was absolutely delicious. The blueberries and texture of the toast were phenomenal. We also had the quinoa bowl which was tasty too. This place is worthy of our patronage and those outside of the area looking for a great cafe should come here. The Bean has everything that one wants and seems to be lacking in the LA area, but all that set aside, this place is awesome! Thanks
Stephanie N.
I have liked this place for years. Friendly team. Warm environment. Soups & Sandwiches are always delicious.
Eileen M.
Ordered the so called "famous " chicken curry sandwich and the Brie and apple sandwich. When the best thing about the sandwich is the side salad, you know you're in trouble. The curry sandwich had nothing to bind it together so when you picked up the sandwich, everything fell out of the inside. Lacked mayo and the bread was dry (naked). Brie and apple had a skimpy amount of cheese and very thin apple slices. At $33.00 for two sandwiches, it was vastly overpriced. Needless to say, I will not be returning.
Ayerim O.
I wanted to like this place so bad I'd been coming here for a bagel lox for the past three days ... I am here for lunch and the male barista I'm disgusted with I'm seating here observing the staff and saw him use his hand to get something out of his tongue and then cough trying to cover his mouth all those specs of spit went on his hand he continues to the kitchen to grab tongs to place a croissant on a plate he proceeds to give to customer then uses both his hands to put his hands down the sides of his pants. Doesn't wash his hands, as he is touching everything from coffee cups, to his phone, scratching his hair to his body under his shirts and pants to the pos system taking orders. I was mid way a sandwhich and I'm just disgusted and can no longer eat it by the lack of care to hygiene to germs being passed around by this employee. As I was typing this message he coughs again on his hand doesnt wash his hands just continues rubbing on his body such a weird thing to do. This review is more based on the staff vs the food and ambiance. I'm an avid local restaurant supporter but this was just disgusting
Daniel Lastname
Great food. Front-end service comes with major attitude. The one person who was taking my order clearly hated her life, her job and customers.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwich
ceebuana
Good place to start your day. ?Parking: few park spaces on the streetKid-friendliness: Kids are very much welcome here. It is cozy and not crowded.Wheelchair accessibility: It is ver accessible with people who are on wheelchair. you could park on the street infront of the cafe.
I'd honestly never come here, but my friend suggests it occasionally. It has so much potential but is always a let-down for me. The food is pretty good, but it's insanely over-priced. $18 for a Breakfast Burrito (with a 2 oz. side of fruit). $5.75 for an 'add-shot' flat white. I am assuming they are covering expenses for a fairly large staff, and could support that more if said staff actually did a good job. They are friendly enough, but they are so disinterested that it's almost comical. There hasn't been a single time that I have been in that they were not having conversations behind the counter and inevitably getting orders wrong. They are simply not interested in delivering great customer service. I understand that it's basically just a coffee shop, but I think it's reasonable to expect a little more when spending $25 for a burrito and a coffee. Finally, the ambiance is fine. I do, however, have an issue with their reluctance to wipe tables down periodically. Again, it goes to an indifferent staff. I'm sure I will go back, but not because I choose to.
Mary Benavides
they have the best chai here !! and their seasonal drinks are always so yummy. great area too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ketevan E.
The coffee is soo fresh every time! The food is so tasty! Ambiance is great! Service is always 5 stars !
natasha dawson
the salads here are huge! and they delicious!! a great place to refuel after vintage shopping.
Love the vibe. Friendly to laptop lovers. Lots of seating. Great staff behind the counter and at the stove. Good food. Worth the price.
I actually feel bad giving this place a bad review because the staff is very nice, and I will also say that it was busy when I went in but overall I was extremely disappointed. I was looking forward to eating here based on all the great reviews, unfortunately I will not be back. I went in last Saturday with my daughter and her friend. We ordered a turkey sandwich, a grilled cheese, a salmon rollup, a strawberry smoothie, and a mint iced tea, the total came to $78. The salmon rollup was pretty decent though the ratio of salmon to lettuce was absurd, it was a thin slice of salmon and just a ridiculous amount of lettuce. I get that everything is more expensive these days but $15 should get me more than a lettuce rollup with a dash of salmon. The grilled cheese was fine, but that's it, just fine. I honestly could have made one better myself at home but whatever. The turkey sandwich was just sad. It was so obviously just thrown together. The cilantro mayo was nearly nonexistent and I ended up asking for a side of mayo. In fact I actually ended up remaking the entire sandwich just so I could eat it. The lettuce was mixed greens thrown on and of course they just fell out of the sandwich. The cheese...laughable. And the turkey slices were just slapped onto the bread. There was no care or thought to this sandwich whatsoever and for $15 you should at least pretend to care that an actual human being is going to be eating it. Also, and this was so weird, the strawberry smoothie did not taste like anything remotely strawberry. It actually had no flavor and then it tasted like a graham cracker. When my daughter said that to me and I absolutely did not believe her, then I took a sip, then her friend took a sip and she was dead right: it tasted like nothing and then weirdly graham cracker-y. It was so bizarre we just laughed. We ended up throwing it out but honestly, tossing a $9 smoothie is never fun. I get that this place is supposed to be cool (the very loud music lets you know that) but I'm past that in my life. I just want to enjoy a nice sandwich and not spend nearly $80 on crap. I wish this place all the best and the other reviews say it's great, all I can say is that was not my experience and I won't be back.
Their mushroom coffee is amazing and also their quiche is delicious of all three of their quiches is good my personal favorite is the tuna sandwiches that they have. Also, their tea selection is pretty small but it's also very good but decor of the place is amazing. I love the pinup pictures near the restroom. It's wonderful that this place is dog-friendly; I enjoy observing the other customers coming in with their furry companions. The staff is exceptionally friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this spot for a delightful brunch or a charming first date venue.
If you want a $14 cold turkey sandwich on dry sourdough that you’d expect in your 7th grade school lunch then this is the spot! I’d recommend spending the extra $1.50 and go to Wax Paper in frog town and get a turkey sandwich on fresh baked ciabatta bread with lots of turkey and a lime wedge.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
The food here is delicious. The service is very kind and the ambiance is that of creatives. I had the pleasure of coming here and having the French toast. It was absolutely delicious. The blueberries and texture of the toast were phenomenal. We also had the quinoa bowl which was tasty too. This place is worthy of our patronage and those outside of the area looking for a great cafe should come here. The Bean has everything that one wants and seems to be lacking in the LA area, but all that set aside, this place is awesome! Thanks
I have liked this place for years. Friendly team. Warm environment. Soups & Sandwiches are always delicious.
Ordered the so called "famous " chicken curry sandwich and the Brie and apple sandwich. When the best thing about the sandwich is the side salad, you know you're in trouble. The curry sandwich had nothing to bind it together so when you picked up the sandwich, everything fell out of the inside. Lacked mayo and the bread was dry (naked). Brie and apple had a skimpy amount of cheese and very thin apple slices. At $33.00 for two sandwiches, it was vastly overpriced. Needless to say, I will not be returning.
I wanted to like this place so bad I'd been coming here for a bagel lox for the past three days ... I am here for lunch and the male barista I'm disgusted with I'm seating here observing the staff and saw him use his hand to get something out of his tongue and then cough trying to cover his mouth all those specs of spit went on his hand he continues to the kitchen to grab tongs to place a croissant on a plate he proceeds to give to customer then uses both his hands to put his hands down the sides of his pants. Doesn't wash his hands, as he is touching everything from coffee cups, to his phone, scratching his hair to his body under his shirts and pants to the pos system taking orders. I was mid way a sandwhich and I'm just disgusted and can no longer eat it by the lack of care to hygiene to germs being passed around by this employee. As I was typing this message he coughs again on his hand doesnt wash his hands just continues rubbing on his body such a weird thing to do. This review is more based on the staff vs the food and ambiance. I'm an avid local restaurant supporter but this was just disgusting
Great food. Front-end service comes with major attitude. The one person who was taking my order clearly hated her life, her job and customers.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwich
Good place to start your day. ?Parking: few park spaces on the streetKid-friendliness: Kids are very much welcome here. It is cozy and not crowded.Wheelchair accessibility: It is ver accessible with people who are on wheelchair. you could park on the street infront of the cafe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Croissant
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I'd honestly never come here, but my friend suggests it occasionally. It has so much potential but is always a let-down for me. The food is pretty good, but it's insanely over-priced. $18 for a Breakfast Burrito (with a 2 oz. side of fruit). $5.75 for an 'add-shot' flat white. I am assuming they are covering expenses for a fairly large staff, and could support that more if said staff actually did a good job. They are friendly enough, but they are so disinterested that it's almost comical. There hasn't been a single time that I have been in that they were not having conversations behind the counter and inevitably getting orders wrong. They are simply not interested in delivering great customer service. I understand that it's basically just a coffee shop, but I think it's reasonable to expect a little more when spending $25 for a burrito and a coffee. Finally, the ambiance is fine. I do, however, have an issue with their reluctance to wipe tables down periodically. Again, it goes to an indifferent staff. I'm sure I will go back, but not because I choose to.
they have the best chai here !! and their seasonal drinks are always so yummy. great area too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The coffee is soo fresh every time! The food is so tasty! Ambiance is great! Service is always 5 stars !
the salads here are huge! and they delicious!! a great place to refuel after vintage shopping.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5