I would give this place a 3.5 if I could but it doesn't allow me to do that so a 3 would do. For my first time here I was stoked to come because of the reviews this place gets. Unfortunately I think it was an alright place if you're in the area. The Beat Coffeeshop has a rock and roll type of ambience (even the workers dressed pretty rock-ish to me lol). The place was kind of dark and vintage/hipster type. Even the people in the shop were hip looking. It was a great place for people watching and chatting over a drink or food. I tried their Strawberry and Banana smoothie and it was like any other Banana and Strawberry smoothie honestly. I saw more pics of their food than beverages so maybe this place was more popular for their food items, I;m not too sure.
Anyway, there were a good amount of seat in the house and the music played was rock vinyl records, and you could find the album cover at the cashier front. There's also Emergency Arts inside towards the back which was a interesting place to take yourself and your drink to. I'm into a few rock bands so I was very appreciative of the ambience and their boxes of vinyl records on sale! Too bad I couldn't find The Beatles :(
Anyhow, the workers were decent for their service, they could be more welcoming. I think they could be a little more cleaner with the seating area as well. I saw a few crumbs on the chairs and sofa which turned off my vibe.
It's a cool place to check out if you're into Rock and Roll or art!