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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · Scored from 284 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(284) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
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Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Reviews
284

What recent reviews say

Most visits deliver solid coffee and food in a calm, two-floor setting where staff often go out of their way to help. Service is consistently quick and knowledgeable, though a handful of customers hit staff who weren't attentive, and one reported a drink that was overly sweet compared to other branches.

The business draws regular praise for its pizza, cakes, and specialty items like egg ben and chicken gepuk spaghetti. Hasis, a supervisor or barista, appears frequently in glowing reviews for professionalism and care. The quieter second floor appeals to families and those seeking focus, though some mention it closes unexpectedly.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable, friendly staff (especially Hasis)
  • quality coffee and food (pizza, tiramisu, egg ben)
  • calm, comfortable two-floor layout
  • efficient service
  • good beverage consistency
Watch-outs
  • rude staff in isolated incidents
  • inconsistent drink sweetness across batches
  • upper floor not always open
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Best for: families and remote workers seeking a calm, multi-level cafe with reliable coffee
Think twice if: occasional staff rudeness and inconsistent drink preparation have been reported by a small number of customers

Strengths

  • Hasis-led service reputation for attentiveness
  • two-floor design offers quieter upstairs refuge
  • broader food menu beyond coffee (pizza, egg ben, pastries)
  • order-ready alert device for table service

Worth knowing

  • Supervisor/barista named Hasis frequently named in recent reviews for exceptional service
  • Two-floor layout with outdoor seating on second floor
  • Order-ready alert device issued to seated customers
  • Specialty menu items include chicken gepuk spaghetti and egg ben
  • Staff willing to allow restroom use for non-customers

What reviews say by service

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Coffee praised for quality and consistency; one batch of iced drink reported as overly sweet despite brand reputation

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.37 average across the 336 specialty coffee & roastery cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 55% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 42
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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157
4
64
3
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2
11
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Common questions

Is there parking nearby?
Yes, parking is easier on weekends but can be harder during weekdays.
Does the upper floor always open?
Not always; some reviewers mention the upstairs area is not consistently open.
Is there outdoor seating?
Yes, there is an outdoor area on the second floor, though smoking is not permitted.

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Last updated 2026-07-06