On Yelp, this place showed that it closed at 8:30. We had just finished a family dinner and wanted…read moreto get some ice cream for dessert and thought that we would have to find another place to go. We were walking by The Scoop and saw that the door was still open and the "open" sign was still on, even though it was 8:40 so decided to go in and ask if they were still serving, which they were! We got a few kid scoops to go around. Even though they are kid portions, the scoop portion was actually quite sizable and enough even for an adult to enjoy. The ice cream was basic, but made for a refreshing treat. If you pay with cash, you pay the face value of the prices listed. However, if you pay with card, there is a surcharge.

I used to come to The Scoop all the time back in the early 2000s. Since then, I've seen the place…read moretransform into what it is today. Now, they have smoothies, boba, coffees, frozen bananas, and ice cream of course. Everything we have tried from here is incredibly delicious! We come here every chance we get and the owner is always super kind and welcoming.

Friendly service and a good room to work in. Coffee menu had seasonal syrups and food menu looked…read moregood (didn't try). Back patio does not allow dogs. Reasonable prices. A nice hang in Shell Beach. Wish they recycled.

Steaming Bean is such an adorable little coffee spot in Shell Beach. Their outdoor patio areas are…read morea big selling point; the lower one is expansive and has a large lounge area with comfortable seating, and the upper patio has various tables and beautiful ocean views - so relaxing! The perfect spot to do some work on your laptop or meet a friend for coffee and food. Their coffee is absolutely delicious and they have a good variety of breakfast and lunch options. I highly recommend their iced lattes, smoothies, and croissant / breakfast sandwiches! Service is always friendly and can be a tad slower sometimes, but generally expected in the generally quieter, sleepy town of Shell Beach (except during the busy summer months). Overall, the atmosphere and vibe of Steaming Bean is just perfection. I love this place!

If you are wanting a healthy lunch with fresh ingredients you need to check this place out. They…read morehave more than juices. Heidi makes amazing soups and salads. So far I have tried the beet salad and this last week she had a chicken pesto salad. Both were superb! Each time I had the Mexican Meatball soup which is made with a yummy broth and turkey meatballs. She is also at farmer's markets so make sure you try her homemade soups if you see her there!

Not only do the ingredients that Julia uses leave you feeling fueled for the rest of your day,…read moreJulia is also the kindest woman I have met in a long time! One time when I came I was super tight on money and I needed a place to just sit and do school work. She, on her own accord, let me know I did not need to feel pressured to buy anything and even prepped me a small drink from the excess that would be discarded. I did not even know what/if I was going to eat that day. This unsolicited act of love moved me emotionally in a way that I have not been in a minute.

Everyone who knows me, knows that this is my favorite place to grab lunch on the go. The "secret…read moremenu" has a peanut butter crumble with this delicious crumbly texture. The smoothies are all good and filling. The Cocoa Almond Bowl is my favorite bowl. Filling and delicious. I will also often pop into the refrigerator case and grab a protein bar. It just makes me happy to be in a place that uses all natural ingredients that I can eat in a calming and relaxed environment. Order at the counter; the service is really friendly. The parking lot can be tight during busy hours (noon) but when I've gone early it's not bad. Highly recommend.

Service was a bit slow, I would recommend getting a smoothie if you are in a hurry. I don't think I…read morewould get a fruit bowl again, but I do want to go back and try a smoothie.

FOOD: Finally got to try this place and both orders were so…read moregood. I got the shaken sensation and melon madness. Delicious, refreshing and not too sweet. Perfect for hot days! They offer bobas, milk teas and smoothies along with frozen yogurt with plenty of options for toppings. It seems like the flavors change from time to time. SERVICE: The man who helped me was very welcoming and nice. The service was quick (although I was the only customer during my visit) but I feel like there wouldn't be a great wait even with multiple customers. AMBIANCE: Small mom and pop shop. There are little stools with a bar counter, tables and chairs to sit and enjoy your yogurt or other snacks that can be bought at the store as well. Not a very big spot so depends on the visit it can get crowded. Most people seem to take it to go instead of sitting at the store. Plenty of parking but it is also a shared parking lot with other stores in the plaza so be aware. Highly recommend this local staple shop! Worth the price. I can't wait to go back! Support local!

The best quality frozen yogurt of anywhere local. I've been coming here for years, since high…read moreschool 2 decades ago. The owners are the sweetest people and they work really hard in this business. AG Eagle is the best tasting smoothie and a local favorite for AG High School's eagles mascot. Banana Splitz is my other favorite (chocolate amazingness). Tonight we just got fro yo and my husband got a PB smoothie. They accept Apple Pay now instead of cash only so that's awesome!

Oh my goodness! How have we missed this gem three years in a row?!…read more House/dog sitting in Arroyo Grande for a month and heard about this place from the property caretaker. Sure wish we'd know sooner, but so glad to have found it now. This store is like a cross between TJ's and Whole Foods with a huge assortment of prepared foods and fair pricing. We went there three times in 2 weeks and loaded up on goodies such as take 'n' bake pizza, chili, and OF COURSE the clam chowder. We also hit the bakery pretty hard and thoroughly enjoyed the berry cobbler, along with a few other sweet treats. Location is easy to find, plenty of parking and service very friendly. Can't wait to go back.

Nice local grocery store that la not part of the big 3 (Kroger/Ralphs/Food4less,…read morePavilions/Vons/Albertsons, and Superior). But their groceries and products are definitely pricier compared to big 3. Black plus size female cashier was nice and friendly. I don't know her name. I just remember her description and how she made us feel during checkout.

Pretty sure it's a franchise with locations all over, and I gotta say, I'm a fan every time! It's…read morean ice cream shop but they have basically every mexican treat you can imagine, from elotes, to hot dogs, to candy, and even tamales. Even though we just had dinner, we couldn't resist ordering a hot dog. You can opt to have this bacon wrapped or not, and its just as good as any late night dirty dog cart you hit up after the club. IYKYK haha They have a ton of ice creams to choose from and they do give a couple samples as well. But if you don't want a cup or cone, they also have hella paletas to choose from! Paletas are so nostalgic for me.. they just remind me of my childhood with the paleta man ringing his cart. Ice cream scoops are generous, a single is still a really good serving but you only get one flavor! The workers may have limited English but it still shouldn't be too hard to communicate. They're nice and helpful, and the store is clean with a good amount of seating. They take CC and Apple Pay so that's always a plus! Open late enough for a little snack or treat to end the night!

I've tried their esquite, mangonada, and horchata. The horchata was very yummy and tasted like it…read morewas made in house. The staff are fairly average, they greet customers and provide service relatively quickly. The prices are on the higher side, and I can see how a visit for desserts with the whole family could become quite expensive. Another drawback is the limited sizing options. For example, their drinks are only available in a large size, which may not appeal to everyone. I'm also not a fan of dining inside. There's something about the color scheme and overall atmosphere that makes the space feel less inviting and not particularly appealing for eating in.

We got two smoothies from here and it tasted quite good. The pineapple aloha smoothie was good and…read morewas based with greek yogurt. We also got the peanut butter smoothie. That one tasted more like a fusion of a milkshake and a smoothie, it was heavier, creamier, and more fluffy. It was good but definitely different than we expected. I think my problem overall was the artificial taste. These smoothies definitely have a bit of an artificial taste. I don't know if they're using fresh produce or using powders/juices but it tasted a bit off in general.

We went to this location while on a trip, and was extremely disappointed with our Açaí Primo bowls…read more They were both very runny, and had little amount of toppings on them. One of the bowls had a bruised banana in it. Would not try this location again.