J & S Bean Factory

They have decaf!I've been on a cute-coffee-shop journey lately, and this is one I'm excited to return to. My friends and I wanted to hang out at a cool place, someplace with decaf to accommodate one of us, and we hit the jackpot with this place. They have a few food items in displays on the counter, like doughnuts and granola bars, but mostly you're here for the coffee. They pride themselves on roasting a variety of coffee beans from around the world, and the three of us experienced the subtle differences in those flavors. I got the "no-brainer" which advised to just order without wondering what's in it. So I don't, but it was cool. It's really good coffee. They have a charming dog-friendly patio with lots of space, so that's where we hung out for a couple of hours. I want to come back soon and try something different.

Great coffee. Coffee club and discount refills. A wonderful patio for warmer days, and friendly fast service. About 15 tables inside for cooler rainy days. Some pastries. But the reason to visit is the coffee and the smell of roasting beans. Mmmm

I ordered a caramel latte, and it was amazing. They have so many options to choose from and you can really taste the fresh roast. The service was fast and easy and there was not much of a line even though it was a weekend morning. The ambiance was a very mellow indie vibe with soft music playing but not distracting me from my morning journaling and reading. Most people were outside enjoying the large patio they have on-site. I definitely recommend and will come back!

I've always had a great experience here. Each of the staff are kind. When I'm in the neighborhood, I love stopping in, nice friendly comforting atmosphere and great coffee.I used to pop in here many years ago, before I moved out of state, and now my partner works close by so I like to hangout when I can. Thanks J & B!

I love this quirky coffee shop and roaster for many reasons. 1. In warmer months, they have a spacious and cute outdoor patio area. Some people are chatting, some bring their dogs, some are working. It's such a vibe.2. The interior is just a mix of decor and feels so homey, welcoming, and cozy.3. The smell of the coffee roasting, if you're lucky to be there when the magic is happening. (can they post a roasting schedule??)4. They offer soy, oat, and almond milk5. The coffee is good, the espresso is good, the chai is good6. Parking is street parking but I never struggle to find a spot close enough

Lovely! Not my first pick for coffee in Saint Paul as we are spoiled with lovely options, however, I do hope to add this into my mix more frequently. Larger interior space with an outdoor patio during the nicer months, fun apparel, lots of drink, on-site roaster, and the most syrup flavors I've seen in any coffee house. Speaking of flavors, I made my own hot maple - cinnamon latte and it was fabulous. The barista recommended using cinnamon sprinkle powder on top which aided to my review of service along with the hand drawn face on my to go cup. On my next visit, I hope to try the patio out. 4 stars because parking is wonky and I don't get the same cozy feel as some other spots. None the less, absolutely nothing wrong with it.

This place was recommended by a local, who promptly told me not to expect big city appeal: "Don't judge this place by it's cover. It's not 'cute' but the coffee is great quality."Sure enough, the place is not "pretty" or trendy but it has its charm. It's a cozy neighborhood joint that was full on our arrival around 3 o'clock. Busyness was a sign that it's a favorite.We ordered a Mile (latte with honey and cinnamon) and a dark chocolate mocha. We also ordered some treats (but they don't look house-made).We were happy with our coffee. They roast the beans here and you can taste it. Fresh, rich and full of flavor. We'd come back.

Cozy spot! Stopped by on the way to the marathon expo (rip) and got some drinks. I got an iced vanilla latte. It was yummy, served quickly, and at a reasonable price. Only complaint is they didn't have a lot of pastries available, but we did come pretty late. There were some tables available to sit at, but not a ton. There is no private parking lot, just street parking available. But I had no issue finding parking.

What a cute little find! My friend and I stopped here to get coffee and croissants before going for a hike. I randomly chose this place and was so glad I did! This place is kind of tucked away but it was pretty busy for 9 am on a Sunday. They roast their coffee in-house and they have lots of different varieties to choose from. This cafe was super cosy with inside and outside seating. The service was great, they even warmed up our croissants. The coffee was phenomenal. I had a decaf PSL and I loved their take on it because it wasn't super sweet. Great find, highly recommend.

Great coffee and peaceful backyard style patio . Staff were very attentive as well. I will be back.