Great coffee served by great people! The baristas were really friendly and willing to share information about the menu items. I also read that this is a nonprofit shop to help young adults get on their feet which is such a noble and worthy cause. I got the pour over coffee with a light roast. Typically I don't enjoy light roasts but I was dying to try some pour over coffee because I've heard so much about it and it's not common from where I typically live. 10/10 would recommend:). read more

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Of all the cafes I visited in Seattle, this was my fave. Clean, spacious & laptop-friendly, it's an ideal spot to crank out some work with glitch-free wifi, plenty of tables, modern furniture (no hodgepodge chairs or worn couches to be found), and a mellow vibe that feels a bit off the beaten path, like a secret office with endless espresso. At 9am, the place was nearly empty. At 10:30, it was full of laptop loafers. But, they can accommodate the crowd with plenty of seating & outlets galore. Funny enough, Nirvana was playing on the stereo. My first thought was...hmmm, isn't this a bit cliché? Turns out every cafe in town was playing Nirvana that week. It was the anniversary of Mr. Cobain's passing. So, on the normal day, the soundtrack would perhaps be more upbeat. Pastries are provided by some infamous Seattle brands: Macrina, Mighty-O donuts, and Le Panier. I also spotted some packaged salads in the fridge, for lunchtime visits. The baristas were oh-so friendly, making this out-of-towner feel like part of the club. When work or life brings me back to Seattle, I'm snagging my window seat at Street Bean. read more

Street Bean Coffee Roasters - Morning glory muffin & soy latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

[Out-of-Towner Review] Coffee can be dessert too... After our trip to the Space Needled, we decided to wander and meander back to our hotel. We didn't have any plans, so I sought out a soy mocha. Which brought us to Street Bean. My drink was small, but was essentially a dessert in a cup. My mocha was on point! I can't walk into one of these local coffee shops and not know that I will be paying a premium for any beverage, coffee or fancy style. So, I guess the price gouging goes without saying -- because of all the blah, blah, blah hype of specialty coffee shops these days! I wanted to relax for a minute, so we found a quaint little table by the window. Street Bean Coffee isn't big by any means, but it's a nice little coffee nook in a more downtown-ish area. Typical, people working and studying, so it was a very quiet vibe. Mocha's are meant to savor... read more

Baristas Tyler, Anthony and Vonlee make this beautiful cafe even more beautiful with how they greet me with their smiles. They not only concoct great espressos but do so with an attitude that makes your cafe experience just blissful. Minimalist setting, great (and consistent espressos), AND a great cause makes this my favorite coffee shop in Belltown. This is also a particularly special place for me. It's the place I've consistently gone to every Monday and Wednesday since 2013 to meet my writing group. This will be the venue I will launch my first book. I take my coffee snobs friends here and they love it too. Try it out if you haven't already! read more

Street Bean Coffee Roasters - A great espresso and writing maybe the most blissful thing ever created. Caramel Latte with beautiful barista art. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Really wonderful place!!! Great service, esp as we were a party of 9 and tend to be very overwhelming. The baristas were kind, the espresso was wonderful, and the pour overs were top notch. Wish we could come back! read more

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We happened to find this awesome coffee spot the organic way ...without the help of Yelp ! We we were walking from our hotel to the space needle and bam...there it was ! We looked thru the window a found a pleasant bright and urban space with some really fantastic coffee inside. I ordered a vanilla latte and it was excellent and not overly sweet . Temperature was perfect as well as the foam . Service was so kind and genuine . This was one of my favorites this past weekend on my coffee tour of Seattle :) read more

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The hipster coffee shop was my favorite during my short trip up to the Northwest. I visited 2 times and still received great service. I like small cafes like this one because the people seem friendly and very informative about the surrounding area. The coffees are very good and their baked treats looked amazing. I had ordered the Hazelnut latte both times and Wifey had the Mocha. I was happy they opened at 6am on the weekday and I apparently got in before the morning Rush. The Barista mentioned they are putting one on or near University of W's campus. Wish they had one a lot closer to NorCal. We will definitely go again next time we're in the Northwest. read more

Street Bean Coffee Roasters - Hazelnut Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

There are many reason to make the walk to Street Bean for coffee. First and most importantly is great coffee. They source and roast their own beans so that they get exactly what they want and the folks here are consistently well-trained and know what they are doing. They have great cold brew, iced coffee and drip or press coffee if that's your thing. They have excellent espresso is that is what you are looking for. If you want to walk away with canned coffee to throw in the r fridge for later -- they have you covered. Great snacks, sandwiches and breakfast items, as well. In addition, though, this is place with great coffee and a great cause. They help get folks transitioning from living on the streets trained and into the workplace. Their site tells you all to want to know about that side of their business. For freat coffee or a great cause, this should be your first stop for coffee in Belltown. read more

Lovely, cozy coffee shop in Belltown. Decor is modern and minimal-chic. Relatively quiet on a weekday afternoon, with plentiful street parking available right outside. Street Bean is a perfect place to get some work done. That being said, seating is relatively limited so I could see this place filling up quickly. I had the green tea latte with almond milk, which was a touch on the sweet side for my preference but otherwise good. Belltown is less bustling than Capitol Hill/other neighborhoods of Seattle especially in terms of coffee shop availability. I'm pleased that Street Bean offers a solid option for coffee in Belltown. read more

My favorite coffee shop in the city of Seattle. Specialty coffee done right. Basic (classic) menu expertly done, with creative seasonal offerings occasionally springing up. Street Bean also roasts in house: their roasts are light and complex. The customer service is always on point; friendly and helpful baristas are actually interested in getting to know you. Street Bean not only employs young adults trying to exit homelessness, but challenges them to serve really excellent coffee. A mission-driven coffee shop that produces a quality product is sometimes hard to find. Look no further, Street Bean is it. What are you waiting for?! read more

Minimalistic and bitter are the two words that I think of when I think of Street Bean. That goes for the coffee and people there, boom. Its a bit too hipster for my liking which could just be a personal preference (no wait, it IS a personal preference). The staff wasn't too friendly, even when I told them I hear about Street Bean from a friend. Usually you get some kind of smile, comment or something but I heard muttering and there just didn't seem to be a lot of personality there. I got my standard latte and it was ok. A little bitter for a latte but otherwise smooth, definitely not my favorite coffee place we visited while visiting Seattle but oh well, you can't win them all. read more

Great coffee, service, space, location. And able to support local businesses and support youth in our society. I'm glad I found this coffee shop. read more

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Tried for the first time, and I screwed up my Macchiato order, the barista did ask me how I wanted it and I completely misunderstood (off course I was comparing it to Starbucks silly me). Upon getting my order I was embarrassed to say but I did go up-to the barista trying to place another one, she just made me another latte with caramel complimentary. Good coffee, great people and I was treated very well. I will come back AGAIN for sure - thank you for your service read more

Ripped off. Super small cups stuffed with foam. The margins must be good for the owners. Small cups and gobs of foam, your not actually selling coffee. You're sending people out the door with a handful of foam in a little cup. Five swallows on the "large" cup and it was gone. I want a refund, waste of money. Also, I just happen too notice... you really need to dust the hanging lights in the shop, they are filthy and it makes people wonder about the cleanliness of your shop. read more

I've been to this place many times. The staff is friendly, they have coffee, and coffee shop style pastries. There's almost always at least one dog INSIDE (not just on a patio). Today there were two: my dog and someone else's dog. My coffee was delicious and there was lots of parking around the corner between 2nd and 3rd. read more

Street Bean Coffee Roasters - This is my dog on the floor under our table. The concrete floor is inside; not on a patio. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I truly do love this coffee shop and what it stands for in the community, but if you're looking for quick service and a friendly face this really isn't it. Every time I've come in to get coffee before work the crew always feels extremely stand offish and annoyed, and take about five minutes to make a drink that should be done in about a minute. Drinks are never filled all the way which is a bit annoying for a seven dollar drink. read more

Great friendly service. I ordered a cold brew coffee but they accidentally gave me their freshly brewed iced coffee instead. I didn't mind it, but they overheard me talking to my friend about how I wanted their cold brew canned coffee, and they gave me one on the house. Thank you for being awesome! We paid for the cold brew's price x2 via the tip jar. read more

In love with this little coffee shop! I liked how small it was because it was big enough to find seating, yet small enough to feel cozy. Great place to do work and chill and convenient outlets near the tables. Additionally, felt like my money was well worth the coffee and I really vibe with their mission of providing coffee/barista opportunities for street-involved young people in order for them to reclaim their lives. read more

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I visited Street Bean on my first morning in Seattle. We waited around in the cold (hey! 55* degrees is cold when you're from Texas!) for 15 minutes until it opened. The coffee was definitely worth it. I had read that their Chai was the best around so I went for it as Chai is one of my favorites. I have to admit, it was pretty damn good. I craved it the next morning, but my I wanted to branch out a little bit while I was in a new place. I might skip the pastries if I ever went again. I had the "everything" bagel, which was fine. I got a friend a donut and it really was not good at all. That's why I give them 4 stars. read more

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Solid latte. The beans have a malty caramely taste to it which I loved. I got the 16oz, it's a bit too milky for me and will probably try 12 oz next time if the same number of espresso shots are given. read more

Street Bean Coffee Roasters - Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This has been my go to coffee for the past 6 months when I am in the area. First off the coffee is roasted on site in small batches and done right. They brew some great drinks. I have never been poured or pulled a bad cup there. The space is light and minimal. It is a great place to sit and relax or work. It is a good place for a meeting as I see a lot of that happening. The food is limited, but all quality products. The thing I like the most is you get all this and they are taking troubled or at risk youth and training them. They get a job (skills, experience and resume building) and I get a damn good cup of coffee. read more

Very cute coffee shop, but unfortunately found the coffee very average. Ordered one hot and one cold latte to go. Both were like drinking milk with hardly any espresso. I drink lattes fairly regularly, so not like I was expecting a cappuccino or americano with cream. If you like the flavor of coffee, would recommend modifying your order accordingly here. Decor and ambiance were great. Seating is set up thoughtfully for the space and would be good for a 2 person conversation or working. read more

Great coffee with a great mission. Great customer service. Great location. Thank you for being open during Covid!

Excellent coffee with an awesome mission. We were visiting and this was one of the few non Starbucks that was open before 7 so we tried it. Staff was friendly and welcoming, and my wife and I had iced lattes that were excellent. We also tried their granola and it was very, VERY tasty. Will definitely try again - especially given their mission of creating jobs for up against the ropes young people. read more

Great cafe with fresh pastries and good coffee. Simple and effective menu, nice design concept. Met Sean, the director and he is so nice and welcoming. I also appreciate that this is a non profit business that gives back to the community. Heads up they sell whole loaf bread, eggs and a few other kitchen staples at a great price. read more

Street Bean Coffee Roasters - Small latte and a curtado. It's a two drink kind of day. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Not going to lie, best coffee I had while I was in Seattle. The iced mocha was soooo good. It wasn't too bitter or too sweet. There is a lot of seating (if you need it) and service was very friendly. Highly recommend! read more

Street Bean Coffee Roasters - Iced mochas - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very friendly (and knowlegeable) staff welcomed me. I went for his recommendation and his coffee tasted awesome. Highly recommended. read more

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They have really good coffee and lattes. The service is nice and quick. I've ordered Vanilla Lattes and Chai Lattes, And even sometimes an iced latte. Their pastries are pretty good as well. The wafer brownies are chewy and yummy. The only thing that sucks is, it's a little overpriced, so I don't frequent it that much, but it's a great place to stop if you're early to work nearby or something along those lines. My pic is of their Chai Latte (with cinnamon) read more

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I ordered a vanilla latte and a bagel with cream cheese and it was absolutely delicious. The staff was welcoming and polite, which is often a rarity in customer service nowadays so I really appreciated that. I love their coffee, their customer service, and what they stand for. I will most definitely be coming back. read more

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Very good little coffee shop. A lot of at risk youth get their start here, I didn't know that until recently (very cool program, thank you for doing that). Whatever they do, it really is working as the coffee here is spectacular. This shop is working 4 blocks of 4 or so other really good coffee shops, but it really stands out. Their lattes are just about perfect and staff is very nice. It is also a good location to work, or enjoy a good book. Decent amount of tables, all are clean, and is cozy inside. read more

Came here on vacation from San Diego. Quaint, modern, earthy tones. Coffee menu was very simple and easy to read. Friendly & efficient barista staff. We ordered the vanilla and hazelnut latte. Very delicious. Would definitely recommend this place. read more

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I temped in Belltown for about six weeks and tried a few different shops in the area, they are easily one of the best in Belltown. Street Bean is an impressive coffee shop by coffee shop standards, but far more impressive when you realize it's a nonprofit shop staffed by youth transitioning out of street life. It does not fall into a lot of non profit coffee shop stereotypes. Instead of the typical cluttered walls covered with ethnic kids, you get a simple wood and white theme with beautiful art. Very Japanese and minimal, but still rustic enough that you don't feel like you would break anything if you walked too hard. It's comfortably simple, but the design touches of bare lights and custom craft sculpture chandeliers give it a wonderful aesthetic. The coffee is excellent about ninety percent of the time. The espresso is a custom single origin with a roaster/farm that they partnered with for this operation. It's a deep smooth blend with a bit of spice to it, excellent for an everyday espresso. Most of the time I've had an expertly poured latte complete with Rosetta, and very friendly helpful service. On occasion I've tried the standard fare macrina/mighty-o's pastry collection you'd find at most high end shops, as well as the excellent iced coffee. The service is unusually excellent, the baristas holding conversations but never making you wait very long. They are excellent multitaskers. There is even an awesome yelp deal that gives you twenty five percent off of your drink. If any nonprofit deserves your hard earned cash, it's street bean. Street beans owners are not going to be hiring Bono to pitch any crafts, clothes or shoes at you anytime soon. They are just helping the youth of Seattle, training excellent baristas one at a time. I kind of wish I still worked nearby. read more

Oh what a cool place! You mean I can sit and enjoy a tasty latte, eat a delicious pastry from Macrina's, enjoy free wifi, AND feel a little bit good about myself for supporting a non-profit? Yes please! i would highly recommend the granita. It was extremely refreshing and had just the right amount of coffee and sweetness. The atmosphere is very open and airy. If you're lucky, sun will shine through the windows. And as I said, there's wifi, so you can hang out and relax all day long. One last small thing that I think is worth mentioning is that they do frequent buyer cards that you can put your name on and leave AT THE COUNTER, so you don't have to carry it around with you and keep track of it! Genius! read more

Street Bean has got it going on. Friendly baristas, awesome rotating local art, effectively organized space, private room you can meet in, and a sweet mission to boot. Oh and the pastries are pretty satisfying- my favorite are the mighty-o donuts, squash bread and flaky chocolate croissants (which you should come earlier in the morning for, as they only stock a few of, so as not to let them go to waste..although I would gladly take the remaining ones off their hands at the end of the day). Street Bean's benefits far outweigh the fact that sometimes the Americano and coffee aren't as on point as the day prior, or that they don't serve savory breakfast items, namely egg sandwiches (my personal favorite), which I am on the prowl for in this part of Belltown. What are those beautiful benefits? 1.) Well- for starters, they are a non-profit coffee shop who train and employ individuals who are looking to leave street life and start over. The job experience allows them to build up their resume and move on. 2.) They source their coffee direct-trade from farmers in Guatemala, who partner with Agros International, an organization that uses holistic development models to break the cycle of poverty. 3.) They give you a free coffee after 10 cups, and you can keep your punch card there so you don't forget it- but even better than that is the Perka app you can download on your phone and check in when you go there so you can always be sure to get your stamp. I'm almost at my 10th cup (after about 3 dozen prior to the Perka app). Love it. 4.) Did I mention how awesome the staff are? 5.) Also, low on the noise factor, could definitely get some studying done here. 6.) Right around the corner from where I work. I think I've made my point. GO here. Feel GOOD about spending your $ here. GIVE back, and GET caffeinated. read more

When we dropped by, the baristas loved chatting with their friends so much, they missed an opportunity with us to tell us about the place. Instead, Friday's plan to go out was far more important than any new business. They were super helpful at giving us the bathroom code so that was a plus for my bladder. That's really all I can say. read more

I came upon this place by accident after finding my original coffee destination had closed at 6pm, and this place ended up being better! + Mocha espresso was excellent...both the chocolate and the beans tasted dark. + Lots of room and big tables for anybody doing computer work. + Excellent artwork on the walls, apparently from local student artists. + Pitcher of free water in case their coffee is adding to your thirst instead of quenching it. Maybe I was too busy relaxing with a coffee and laptop to notice the place is a non-profit, but I did notice that they host receptions from time to time featuring the artists whose work adorns the walls. Tonight is one of those receptions so I'll be going back to enjoy the music and art and find out what non-proffity things they are up to. read more

Non-weather related reasons why I would hang out at Street Bean Espresso: 1) AWESOME coffee - creamy, rich, strong yet sans bitter aftertaste 2) AWESOME staff 3) AWESOME atmosphere - interesting posters, comfortable couches, chairs and tables to work on for you lucky freelancing fellas Weather-related reason why I would hang out at Street Bean Espresso: it was 30F and snowing out there. 'Nuff said. read more

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Great coffee shop! Their espresso drinks are excellent, among the best I have had in Seattle. Their menu is pretty basic, but everything they make is top-notch. Very mellow ambience - great for working, reading , or studying. Funny story: I tried going to Street Bean one day to find the door locked, their sign gone, and the inside empty. I was heartbroken because I thought they had closed; I didn't realize they had moved across the street! read more

I get espresso here nearly every morning. It's consistently good, and the staff is always friendly. It's a comfortable place to hang out and the wireless is decent. Last year, the espresso was merely good enough, but in the last several months they've really improved it. I think they've gotten better beans and worked hard to improve their technique. It's paid off: the espresso is very good. Lately they've started to serve espresso in glasses, and I wish they'd return to traditional porcelain cups, but that's just the curmudgeon in me. I still enjoy the espresso. I've very occasionally had different drinks (macchiato, mocha) and enjoyed them. read more

My friend took me here as one of the places she visits a lot. I liked the feel of it. Lots of spaces and tables for hanging. Cool art hanging on the walls The coffee: they roast some coffee and espresso beans from places like San Francisco, which makes it more special. I ordered a cappuccino and enjoyed it! I would come back here and spend some time relaxing and reading read more