Steaming Bean
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Steaming Bean

1651 Shell Beach Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA

★★★★★4.5(441 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tucked away in San Luis Obispo, this independent gem has earned serious love for its killer breakfast sandwiches (pro tip: ask for yours on a croissant) and smooth Chunky Monkey smoothies that keep people coming back for more. Beyond the food, it's the genuine warmth of the staff and inviting atmosphere—complete with a back patio—that transforms a coffee run into a reason to linger with your laptop for hours. Fresh, welcoming, and consistently excellent in both quality and service, it's the kind of local spot that feels like a community gathering place.

What to expect

Light foodPastriesFull breakfastTraditional drinksSpecialty drinksSlow sitSignature drinksLaptop friendlyMeetingsOutdoor seating

Google Reviews

JonNichimyoun Taylor
★★★★★4 months ago

This is the place to come in for delicious coffee and sweets and great atmosphere. The service is always A+and the sweetest smiles that melt your heart away. Come and bring your laptop and other devices and get acquainted with the local guests. You’ll come back again and again. Lovingly yours🎹❤️❤️❤️😎

mark vinton
★★★★★4 months ago

Great location, very friendly helpful staff and relaxing space. We enjoyed it & will be back.

Erika Arteaga
★★★★★a year ago

The breakfast sandwiches are SOO bomb. Tip: ask for it in a croissant and you will get one of the best breakfast sandwiches in the area! Also, the Chunky Monkey smoothie... I crave it all the time. I never thought of this combination before but it's sooooo rich! Anyhow, just come try it!

Michael Delehanty Real Estate
★★★★★2 years ago

During our last visit to San Luis Obispo, we stayed in Pismo Beach and dropped by Steaming Bean for coffee and breakfast. It was busy but the service was excellent and although we had to wait for a short while for the food, it was also excellent. I loved the back patio and we sat out there for a while enjoying the morning. A highlight for me was seeing a Sunbeam Tiger pull into the parking lot below but the girls weren’t as impressed. They were impressed with the coffee and fun accessories for sale inside. We are definitely coming back here the next time we visit the area. Michael Delehanty Compass Real Estate

Malka K
★★★★★3 years ago

A fresh new look and expanded space is a welcome vibe for this locally-owned coffee place and delicious eats. Lots of coffee and beverage selections along with a breakfast menu. The patio in back is a nice addition too. A great place for a quick business meetup or some online homework that is quiet and mellow music.

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