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    Hard Bean Cafe

    3.4 (7 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    1 year ago

    One of my favorite coffee shops. I love the iced funky monkey mocha latte. Everyone is always so friendly.

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    1 year ago

    poor customer service and egg shell found in sandwich. this was my first experienced there and my last!

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