I'm a coffee snob. In my hometown there are just a small handful of places that I can drink coffee at. I need consistency, I need good milk and I need it to be "craft" level. Luckily I was sent here by the people at Valhalla. On the weekends I usually get two cappuccinos. So I got my second one here. The coffee itself was good. Not super memorable. But they did have the best milk I had through the whole mini vacation. And honestly, that may be more important than the coffee at this point. Because if you think about it...high end coffees aren't extremely different in their flavors. But if you do the milk wrong...it all just doesn't live up. Anyway, the interior is a little "flour mill market" sparse. But they had a cool bar to sit at that faces 6th avenue. The avenue that lets you look out on all the rugged hipsters that must live around here. In Reno, we have "hipsters" with beards and stuff, but they all dress sharply. The hipsters in Tacoma seem a little less trendy and more real. I know..strange observation...but really, it's a coffee review and you just read the last paragraph. Glad this place is here when I return for my inevitable pilgrimage home each year. Because from what I hear...there are only 3 craft coffee places in Tacoma. I hope that changes soon. read more

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I am glad I read the comments first because I wondered why they had 4 stars vs. 5. The coffee was fantastic! That's right, 5 star coffee! I had a nitro brew something with oat milk latte that knocked my socks off. I cannot complain, other thank a bit expensive, $6.50 for a large, but I am guessing that is the going rate for fancy coffee; I don't drink it much. People are complaining because apparently there is loitering by perceived undesirable people and others. Okay, let's break that down. A business is in business to make money for providing a widget. Here the widget is great coffee and a potential coffee experience. I came at 2 to meet someone and left at 4 (so wanted to leave at 315, but could not get out, sigh). As I sat for 2 hours, I watched a clean cut young man take up a couch and drink nothing while he was on his phone the entire time. I have no idea how long he was there before. There was another young man who joined him an hour and a half later and also drank nothing. Other people came and went, drinking coffee all. One person was drawing but had coffee (this adds to coffee house cred). People did come to drink or just get coffee, as is the goal of the coffee shop. It is a transitional area (many places are these days), so having people come in and stay all day might not make money for the place. Also, to address the working and catching wifi issue, I am confused why people do not work at home where we are all addictedto Netflix. I will compare this place to Valhalla, which is a more "serious" coffee house. I say that because it really is not a loiter situation. Few chairs and tables, buy coffee, talk about coffee, drink coffee, that is what goes on, lol. In other words, people go there for the coffee. I would compare this cafe as more of a cafe space/vibe, but money still needs to made on what...coffee... not free internet all day, etc. Maybe an unpopular opinion, but it is probably discouraging for worker and owners see regulars unable to sit. Come for the coffee and nice atmosphere. Talk or gaze and be merry. Expect that they do not have internet and do what we did in the 90s Friends era--not look at our computers! read more

Good coffee. Sweets are nice. But it's like $18 for two coffees and some bread. And I mean it's really good, but sometimes the ppl behind the counter feel like you're actually inconveniencing them... by being there... buying the $18 coffee and bread. I would come back, but I don't think they want anyone to... read more

Nothing special about this place. Pastries were okay. Ordered coffee to stay. Not one person told me my coffee was done so it was cold. Then you have to walk your own plate and cup to dish area. Will not go back. Staff seemed happy that's important. read more

All the coffee tastes so fresh and the employees are very kind! There are quite a few seating options; it can get crowded depending on when you go. read more

I've tried to get a coffee here twice in the middle of the day, and both times they were closed despite their posted hours saying they were open. I know it's a challenging time, but updating hours to be accurate is an extremely easy bare minimum. read more

First time here: took one of my friends here and he equally enjoyed it! The atmosphere is incredible, the staff is very friendly, the coffee is amazing and overall I would give this place a major two thumbs up. I rated it a four instead of a five only because seating at the time we went was a bit limited and the only ones available was by the windows facing sixth and it was a bit hot because the sun was beaming it's radiant heat. We wished that they had some shades like a lot of other shops have for when the sun is shining but I'd only knock it down half a star for that if I could lol! Will definitely still be coming back! read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Great food, better service, and overall awesome place for a coffee or doing a couple hours of work. Coffee is top notch!

Came here. Ordered a coffee. Barista asked what I was up to. Told her I came to work on my website for a little while. She said sounded awesome. Sat down to work. No Wi-Fi...... asked her about it and said they didn't have Wi-Fi until noon. Well that would have been nice to know when we were talking about me working?! Now that I'm reading through the comments I see that this is a newer change because of previous "abuse" from customers. Maybe instead of limited hours during the day they could just have a time restriction. Where once you log on the wifi is only active for like an hour or two. I've been to other places that have this. You are losing an entire population of people who like to get work done in the morning read more

Of all the Hot Oatmilk Mochas out in Pierce County, Bluebeard Coffee has the best one. Their roast has a mild hint of blueberry. Their coffee is the only one that still tastes good even after the coffee cools down. read more

It was after visiting Tacoma Art Museum and nice to stop by here. I really liked my latte and the vibe here. Warm and welcoming. Latte was so rich and strong enough to please me and the art was fluttering. Loved the upper windows and interiors aesthetically pleasing read more

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Mixed thoughts. Originally came here based on a recommendation as it was featured in la marzocco showroom in Queen Anne.. or so I was told. True or not true... I checked it out anyways with an image in my head that it would be as modern as Olympia coffee cafes. I had not yelp or instagram or done any research on Bluebeard aside the fact it was solely recommended to me as I was on my way to explore Tacoma. Coming in I saw a decent space, bad use of space and round table choices... hard to share really when second chair is used for bag sitting.. Anyhow, behind the roaster were employees and one with a "bends down to table level and texted away". I expected professionalism or cool action or coffee enthusiasts.. but I guess it was all in my head. expectations and the reality did not meet. It was overall decent serving considering it is located in Tacoma where the competition is truly nonexistent. They definitely were going a different vibe which I can respect and I had not gotten to try all selections. I probably wouldn't go back mainly to the grudge vibe and just overall execution of the place. As stated, I expected Olympia aesthetics and more polished coffee. Bluebeard can't please everyone. read more

You'll get incredible coffee here but Bluebeard's key ingredient, which is missing from other shops in the area, is a supberb ambiance. Here you'll enjoy plenty of windows, mature indoor plants, and stone tile floors which give way to roll-up doors for the ultimate indoor/outdoor experience. Premium soft-leather couches combined with plenty of round tables and even a bar counter ensures this as my favorite coffee shop to read, enjoy spring weather, or people watch. Plus they even sell temporary tattoos! The perfect way to carry an awesome morning throughout the rest of your day. read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

It's not in a convenient place for me to get my morning coffee most of the time, but whenever I'm in the neighborhood, I will make an excuse to swing by. Nothing fancy for me, just a good strong cup of black coffee, and it's absolutely delicious at Bluebeard. Love this place. read more

This is a great third wave coffeeshop and is probably one of the top ones in the Tacoma area. It would be a top shop in any city. They have a pretty impressive roasting operation on site, so they are bagging coffees right behind the counter. The wide variety of coffee available was pretty impressive, and so was the carefully crafted quality. These baristas know what is up, and it shows in the coffee they produce. I was a bit intimidated by the customer service at first, I guess they were deadpanning me and not smiling. But after engaging the baristas a bit, they were super warm and affable. And by "a bit" I mean after the first sentence I felt like we were old friends. Also I was a totally annoying customer carting around two unruly toddlers who wanted to tear the place apart, so I appreciated a warm smile and helpful suggestion on the best coffees to purchase. The shop itself is pretty large, but is also often crowded owing to free internet and it being a comfortable place to hang out. I dropped in twice during a visit and spent way too much money on lattes and pour overs, and was blown away by everything that came out. They also have pastries that are pretty good, but no hot foods at the time of my visit. I was also really impressed with their branding. It was just superb and they had a number of great branded items like hats and tshirts you could purchase. I was tempted but a few more visits and I don't know, I'd probably cave. read more

A good cup of joe that doesn't assert itself ahead of the pack in any way on a street jammed with coffee houses. It's tough coming to turf that's already owned: Valhalla, Metronome, Caffe Dei, and Satellite - just to name some - are locally owned, bad ass coffee houses within a mile of here. At least you know you can walk into Bluebeard and get a solid latte. What one needs on 6th at this point is to fill a niche other than coffee: good food, excellent pastries, late hours, events, meeting space, or some such. Bluebeard has space, but it's not really open late enough to make much of it, nor do they offer much in the way of food. Ambiance - an identity - is a factor with this many coffee houses around, and Bluebeard doesn't really have anything one way or the other. It's very neutral, as in blah - not bauhaus, and needs to feature some local art for several reasons (liven up the environment, community connections, etc.). Hopefully Bluebeard will make its mark with something creative in the months to come. read more

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Felt like an idiot spending $6 (tip included) on a small medium drip only to find out there's no WiFi!!!! Very deceptive of them to not make it known before hand. I even asked after getting coffee what the password is, guy pointed to a sign only for me to find out the hard way there's no WiFi. He had the opportunity to tell me. Stranger next to me at the same time found out. Disgusting. Please don't go to this business, I even handed back my coffee that I had yet to drink. I should've checked Yelp so this is on me I guess? Congrats on the $6 for nothing read more

Fantastic coffee, some of the best!! In the last few years Tacoma has came on the scene with great restaurants, breweries, and coffee. It is a little secret that I don't tell the King county folks because we don't want there taxes. So I am black coffee, Americano guy so don't know how their lattes are, anything with sugar taste good even if the coffee is subpar but that is not the case here. Great coffee, cool old building, and they roast their own beans on site, some of the best if not they best coffee in Tacoma heck even Washington. Ok so I love their coffee, but sometimes this place is like stepping into the twilight zone. This is what I mean excluding today the staff is not friendly, not mean or grumpy, but like they don't like their job or something, maybe my attempts at humor suck. Anyhow this is one of the best places for coffee in Tacoma or Tacompton to our King county friends. read more

Oh my gosh This was a great experience! When I tried to order the Nitro cold brew, the lady taking my order said that they were out. Oh no! But that's ok because I didn't really want it that much haha! She then brightly suggested that I get an Iced americano with a bit of vanilla. I then saw their bakery and ordered a GLUTEN FREE Peanut butter bar. Wow was I in for a total surprise! The bar was clearly made to perfection and it made me feel like I was eating one of grandmas desserts. The iced americano with a hint of vanilla was perfect and the vibe of the Bluebeard Cafe was truly amazing! What a great experience to have! I would 10/10 recommend this to anyone! read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Their latte with oat milk is so smooth. The beans are nicely roasted (in house). The study space is well vented, spacious, and plentiful.

I'm not much of a coffee drinker but have recently started to drink the occasional latte. We stopped in here for a caffeine kick... four stars for having almond milk!! Hey, this is the first time I have ever been to a place that offered almond milk... and being someone who has given up dairy milk and swaying away from soy milk, that was a pleasant shocker. The latte was a little too sweet... This place would be great for anyone wanting a place to study or get work done. Great atmosphere and location. read more

Good coffee but at least 30% pricier than other local roasters. $16 for a 12oz bag of expresso roast beans? Valhalla's $18 for a full pound. Shrinkflation anyone? Too much for what you get read more

Excellent coffee spot that proudly roast their own coffee beans. My latte came with an extra shot automatically which was a nice surprise and the atmosphere was warm and inviting on a cold Seattle rainy day read more

Good coffee. TERRIBLE customer service. Can improve the customer experience by addressing someone once they are at the register. read more

I can totally understand the appeal of this place. Its spacious, has a laid back atmosphere, and is fairly quiet. The staff was super friendly. I also liked that there were plenty of milk substitutes (I had soy in my coffee). The coffee itself was average. I enjoyed my caramel macchiato with soy milk. I could completely see this place as a nice place to study or catch up with friends. 3/5 read more

Bluebeard coffee is the place to be in Tacoma. The atmosphere is very hip modern and industrial feeling. The beans are roasted there and the coffee tastes AMAZING. I've also bought their beans to make at home and it was so smooth and rich. It's the perfect place to meet friends and be productive. Also the baristas are super friendly and will help you pick something if you can't decided. Would recommend! read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Overall a nice atmosphere with plenty of seating for your morning gatherings. The coffee looks great, but the barista burnt the soy milk so I can't actually comment on the way it's supposed to taste. The product that I received was thoroughly disappointing. read more

Bluebeards is one of the top coffee house leaders in Tacoma. Located at the end of bustling 6th Avenue, they offer a laid back atmosphere, friendly service, and a diverse clientele. Bluebeards has certainly been on the rise since it was founded. Here, you can order a dry cappuccino (the true test of a good coffee house) and get a great one without fear of having boiling milk or foam excruciatingly picked out with a long spoon from the stainless steel pitcher. Music levels are appropriate. The atmosphere is minimalistic and clean. read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Dry cappuccino with lots of foam easily made. The true test of a good coffee house. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

We were visiting Tacoma from out of town and tried a few different coffee spots. This was our favorite! Let's just say this is a "real" coffee spot in Tacoma. read more

Love this place for getting work done. Coffee, service, and environment are all stellar! Great ambience - light music and great natural lighting from two entire walls of windows. 9 tables with 2-3 seats each, a wall of window seats, and a leather couch in the back. Free wifi. I've only purchased macchiatos here, but they have come out nicely and consistently. They also serve a side of seltzer water with the Macchiato, a great touch. read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Macchiato (comes with a side glass of seltzer water - not shown here) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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This place no longer offers wifi, which you don't find out until you pick up your $15 ("for here") order and see the tiny sign in the pick-up window. This cost me planned work time for a really important meeting. This will cost Bluebeard all of the dollars I would have spent here in the future, working for a couple of hours or meeting colleagues. Bait and switch. If you're going to change a long-standing service/policy, you need to advertise that right up front. read more

Coffee is just okay to me. My experience is that the lattes are a bit watery and lack depth. Other drinks aren't always great either. Shots aren't pulled at the right time and then the Americano is bitter. But the real doozy is buying a bag of coffee for $20 and going home the next morning and realizing they sold you decaf coffee. I suggest moving it away from the regular coffee or putting a bright sticker on it to differentiate between regular & decaf. There was a barista there that would always tell you if you accidentally grabbed the decaf. read more

Really friendly, clean and perfect flavor on our coffee every time. This is our new go-to neighborhood coffee spot for the long run.

It was a pleasure getting coffee here. The building and restaurant are nice looking, the staff are friendly, and they have a straight forward menu. My caramel macchiato was delicious! Just the right amount of sweetness and the foam was smooth Looking forward to my next cup read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Caramel Macchiato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Old school hip hop playing, cool vibes, and great smells. I was excited to try this place out after a coworker recommended it. I wasn't disappointed. I tried a double of the Narrows first. It was a really bright, summery roast with strong citrus notes. That style is not my "cup o espresso", so I perused the bags and read the descriptions. I chatted with the barista (perhaps owner - blonde gentleman with a flat billed ball cap on - very nice guy/very knowledgeable, which is why I thought manager/owner). When I ordered I thought I was trying the Columbia because I looked at the wrong signage (my fault!), but he kindly offered me a shot of the Columbia on the House! Totally blown away by the awesome customer service. With the first sip of the Columbia, I started walking back to the bags and picked one up. Brewed it in my machine this am and it is still top notch! Thank you! You have yourself a solid new customer! (Side note: I would like to apologize to anyone I spoke with after a quad shot.) read more

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I am at Bluebeards a couple of times a month. I always get the carmel latte and since I am always there at the same time the same guy always makes it really well. Free Wifi, no stares if you are there for a few hours, and great Corina baked goods. Friends that have been there report their coffee as inconsistent. One teenage raved about the hot chocolate best she had ever had, my teenage daughter hated it and wouldn't drink it. Sometimes the music is....strange....and loud. But I always go back. read more

Great little coffee shop on 6th in Tacoma. Decor and quality are both very high. Their espresso macchiato was excellent. They had squash bread that was also great. It's simple and straightforward...go there! read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Espresso Macchiato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Amazing hemp milk latte! Always friendly service, even when they're busy. I love the atmosphere here, especially all the sunlight through the nearly floor to ceiling windows that line both exterior walls. Just lovely! They made a yummy steamer for my kiddo with the perfect amount of foam - she actually didn't scream for whipped cream this time! read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Hemp milk latte and kids steamer for the win. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

I understand the popularity with Bluebeard Coffee, I get it. A big spacious shop with a relaxing atmosphere and a supply of group games to enjoy while you hangout with friends. Unfortunately I found my chai latte pretty disappointing. I thought it was too rich with spices. And I know I will probably take some flak for this because I know I am by no means a trendy hipster but my god the music they played here was awful. It was like a playlist of post Velvet Underground artists who are knockoffs of Lou well trying to sound like the Sex Pistols at the same time. To each there own but it made me want to hangout there a little less. I'm sure there are better drinks on the menu than my chai, and if you are into weird 80's underground punk, this is the place for you. read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

A Gem in the Pacific North West (PNW), Bluebeard Coffee Roasters is located on a street with the likes of many other award winning Roasting rooms. I personally think that Bluebeard does it best. Their beans are always fresh and their customer service rivals none other. My recommendations are to get the Macchiato (Espresso NOT Starbucks Macchiato) as well as their Latte. You really cant go with any of their drink choices. They offer a full line up of beans from around the world with all the up to date pour options. Love coming here to chill and hang. Cheers! read more

Bluebeard Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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