The Local Bean

Super chill little place with a very extensive menu. House made syrups and a variety of fresh blended frozen drinks round out the beverage menu. They had a limited but unique selection of breakfast/lunch items as well. Delicious coffee/espresso, fast yet laid back service, and a nice relaxed atmosphere. **Location of one of the only ATMs in Siesta Key is just outside**

I am only giving 3 stars, instead of 1, because the food and coffee was really good. I want to give grace because I know everyone has bad days, but looking at previous negative reviews, it seems like it’s very typical for the staff to be very rude. They were exactly that. They acted like they all we’re miserable, made multiple unprofessional and very rude comments to everyone in the restaurant. We felt uncomfortable, unwanted, and disrespected the whole time. Not to mention one of the guys making food stated out loud that he would be taking his sweet time making our food because I guess he was annoyed that he had to make it? (The place was decently busy with maybe 6-8 people in there but it could’ve been much more busy and considering that it’s Saturday, they should expect a big crowd… especially during spring break.) Anyways, our group couldn’t get out of that place fast enough.. food and drinks were great but PLEASE look at these reviews and train your employees better! The customer service is absolutely unacceptable!

If I could leave a star below is zero I would. Our barista was extremely rude. We asked for a decaf dirty chai tea and he aggressively told us chai has caffeine. Duh. We wanted the expresso decaf. He made us feel unwelcome and as if we ruined his day by coming into the shop. We will never return and don’t recommend this coffee house to anyone. Their breakfast sandwich tasted like soap. The chai tea was weak and the espresso tasted horrible. What a waste of money.