Hard Bean Coffee

662 St Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC

★★★★★4.1(23 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“This scrappy local drive-thru spot punches above its weight with genuinely excellent chai lattes that rival coffee shops in bigger cities, plus creative signature drinks and smoothies that keep people coming back. The baristas here actually care—reviews consistently highlight their friendliness and attention to detail, with one standout named Chloe earning special praise for her drink knowledge and craft. It's the kind of place where you feel the personality of the people making your coffee, making those morning runs feel like visiting a friend rather than just grabbing caffeine.”

What to expect

Specialty drinksQuick grabMatcha & teaDrive-thruTraditional drinksSignature drinks

Google Reviews

Christine Moss

★★★★★a year ago

Stopped here this morning, lady working was literally dancing around the store and playing on her phone.i sat at the window waiting to order. We made eye contact several times and she continued to prance around. After 7 to 10 minutes of wait for her to come to the window to take my order I left. I went to dunkin and got my coffee in less time than I waited for this lady to take my order. I will never stop here again.

Ray & Monica Rodriguez

★★★★★a year ago

Traveling from a city that has a coffee shop at every street corner. We ordered a Chai Latte and Dirty Chai Latte. We’d pick this Chai over any coffee shop. It was made so fresh with just the right amount of sweetness!

judith bryant

★★★★★a year ago

Stopped this morning finally. I wish I would Have sooner My smoothie was excellent also got a Carmel latte and let me tell you this is my new stop in the morning! Excellent customer service and great coffee!

Tab Thiele

★★★★★a year ago

WOW! I am such a fan! Cant beat a local drive thru caffeination destination - Tried this new coffee spot right by my place, and it’s going to have to be my new regular coffee spot. Was genuinely shocked by quality in price and coffee! Got an iced pumpkin spice oat milk latte and I’ll definitely be back for another!

Catelyn Huffstetler

★★★★★a year ago

Local and convenient coffee stand. While all the baristas are friendly, one in particular truly excels. Chloe’s attention to detail and knowledge of different drinks elevate the experience. Highly recommend stopping to ask for her recommendations!