The Artistic Bean

615 Garrison Ave, Fort Smith
(479) 242-2326

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Hope Chaney

Came here while on vacation and experienced the worst service I’ve ever received at a coffee shop. The other local coffee shops we tried were amazing but I would not recommend this place. They didn’t even speak when we walked in, and when asked about their personal coffee recommendations, they barely had anything to say. Completely unhelpful. Their nasty attitudes I’m assuming was due to us unknowingly coming in close to closing time. We went in quickly because we were running behind schedule, so we didn’t even check their business hours until afterwards when we were trying to figure out what their problem was. They easily could’ve told us they were closing when we walked in instead of being rude while making our coffee. Not a single “thank you” or “have a good day”. Slung our coffee on the counter and walked away. Aside from that they were whispering to each other and also watching my toddler as if kids weren’t supposed to be in there. I was going to add this shop in to our vacation vlog for my travel TikTok channel, but not anymore. It was such a weird experience and the vibes were not it. Super disappointed and can’t believe they haven’t been trained on how to treat customers properly.

Alice Murphy

This is the true best coffee place in Fort Smith!!!

Sarah Lane

Such a fun place! The owner is very kind and the atmosphere is excellent. A great place to meet up with people or get to know others. A community space to treasure!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Derek Lyons

We ended up coming here thinking it was a coffee shop but the owner was super kind and informative that he just roasted beans. I really enjoyed hearing about how much he cared about quality coffee and organic! Needless to say we will be buying some of his coffee online!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mario Padilla

Great coffee

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

King Keudo

Not your traditional coffee stop, you won't be getting a triple shot frappemochachino or whatever. No, here you get organic, house roasted, small batch coffee beans. The owner is knowledgeable about all things coffee and a wonder to talk to. A cup of coffee is FREE, but be sure to tip and probably buy a bag of his signature blend. I took one home myself today! Definitely worth coming to sit and relax, enjoy a cup, and bask in the cozy atmosphere. Why are you still at Starbucks?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

David Haig

I tried a couple lbs. of small batch roasted beans and it is top notch.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kim RoSser

What a cool place. I was there for an after-hours event so things were not on the norm but I would definitely go back during the day for coffee and to meet friends.

Atmosphere: 5

James Holdman

Stan always provides great service and his coffee is some of the best

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stonie Crouch

This guy knows how to roast a bean. Stop by and try a cup. It's free with donation.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Guatemala Huehuetenango Bag, Homestead Blend Bag

Scott Adams

They sell fresh roasted coffee beans- the best in Fort Smith. Also, they always have coffee brewed if you want to sit and drink coffee. The specialty coffees are across the street at Cossy Coffee-30 second walk

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

William Crouch

Phenomenal coffee. Excellent owner. I got the house studio blend, and I have to say that it is one of the smoothest coffees I’ve ever had. The flavors come out very well. I’m not usually able to tell the cupping notes and flavors by myself, but I could taste the chocolate and nuts. Then I called and verified those were indeed what I was tasting.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ramon V

The customer experience is excellent. Also, the coffee is amazing. There is plenty of choices to choose from as well.

Alfonsa Guerrero

Coffee is expensive, but it is worth buying,It's good coffee, it's great, authentic coffee flavor, try it

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Leslie Hernandez

I love how cozy this coffee shop is. I love their flavors and their creative menu for drinks. Rating it 4 stars, however, is generous. My complaint: Their drinks are pricey. They charge a WHOLE dollar for alternative milk. Sometimes, their cups aren’t all the way full so it devalues the experience. On top of an almost $9 drink you get asked for a tip. This comes close to $10 for a coffee. No prices are posted, you only get to see it on the receipt.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

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