Smokin Bean
2220 Mission St SE, Salem, OR
Crema's Take
“Smokin Bean is earning its solid reputation as Salem's go-to spot for a really solid cappuccino, with baristas who nail the foam-to-espresso ratio that specialty coffee lovers crave. It's the kind of place where you can grab your favorite coffee and a few other essentials without making multiple stops around town, though fair warning—their preset 25% tip option and occasional service inconsistencies suggest you might want to double-check your order before heading out the door. The vibe is convenient and unpretentious, best suited for folks who prioritize quality espresso drinks and efficiency over a polished third-wave experience.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Great Cappuccino, with medium foam just how I like it! Traffic was backed up on mission so though I would give it a try, glad I did!
Ok experience. Good coffee but the barista was a little wired. She was running a 100mph. Things were falling on the floor, she was rambling, and I'm pretty sure I got like a mega discount. She said no but I've gotten a large latte that cheap. And I mean cheap! She chatted with the customer before me and cursed a lot. It gave a bad image of the place. It's already a combined smoke/ vape store and coffee shop, so the barista of that caliber helps paint a picture that would cause me to next door to Dutch Bros. Probably not coming back. And... where's the foam on my latte?
I went to get a mocha coffee. The service was ok. When I paid with a credit card, the tip was preset to 25%. I planned to tip but the preset felt arrogant and it was forced. I didn't want to pay that much especially when they force the tip and I tried to change it but couldn't. It automatically checked out with the high tip I didn't want to give. I was forced to pay a tip. This was unethical and left a bad feeling. The mocha was mediocre. I will never return.
I had high hopes for this place and it's a cute idea but I wish I didn't waste my money. I had first asked for two blended drinks, I had made sure I said the word blended many times but still I got two iced drinks It was so sickenly sweet that neither me and my husband could drink it, they both went in the TRASH. Couldn't taste any coffee in it, and there was so much powder on the bottom it was just like drinking straight sugar. So nasty. The workers there are very unprofessional and need to figure out ratios for making coffees well. Wish I could have gone to get my money back but me and my family were passing through as we are moving.
Good stuff! Saved 10 minutes this morning not having to go to 2 locations to get everything I needed. They carry my favorite vapes, have the best coffee in town, and the staff is friendly! Recommended 10/10!
Crema Reviews
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