From berry-topped French toast to raspberry ripple matcha, this independent café is a go-to spot for Teesside brunch lovers.
Steam & Bean Coffee House at Rede House in Middlesbrough is a favourite with students, commuters and brunch lovers seeking something different for their morning coffee.
Steam & Bean, Middlesbrough. (Image: Corner)
Exposed brickwork, warm lighting and a relaxed atmosphere make Steam & Bean the kind of cosy café where customers linger over coffee, friends and late breakfasts.
Its popularity is reflected in a 4.9-star customer rating, with reviewers praising the food and service.
Brunch takes centre stage
Steam & Bean specialty drinks and brunch menus in Middlesbrough. (Image: The Northernist)
While the coffee alone is enough to draw people through the door, it's the brunch menu that has helped build Steam & Bean's loyal following since it opened in April 2025.
French toast is a standout, with flavours including seasonal berries, maple and cinnamon, chocolate, tiramisu, and peanut butter and jelly.
Savoury choices include avocado, mushroom parmesan, scrambled egg and caprese toast, topped with mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, pesto and balsamic glaze.
For bigger appetites, the all-day breakfast menu also features full English - with veggie and vegan options - while classic sandwiches and paninis provide lighter lunch choices.
The emphasis throughout is on comfort food with a modern twist - carving out the venue among the area's growing food scene.
Steam & Bean offer a range of savoury options too. (Image: We are Middlesbrough)
Middlesbrough matcha lovers have found a home
Steam & Bean has gone further than the many cafés that have added matcha to their menus in recent years.
Alongside classic lattes and iced drinks, the café serves colourful speciality matcha flavours that have proved popular on social media.
Customers can choose strawberry, banana, butterscotch, raspberry ripple, cinnamon and maple, or coconut and vanilla matcha specials.
Raspberry ripple iced matcha is one of the café’s signature drinks, regularly appearing in customer recommendations and online reviews.
For those who prefer coffee, Steam & Bean also serves North Star specialty coffee alongside classics including flat whites, cappuccinos, iced lattes and a brown sugar shaken espresso.
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A hidden Middlesbrough gem
Steam & Bean's signature French toast. (Image: We are Middlesbrough)
Steam & Bean’s appeal lies in its feel as a genuine independent find.
Away from the high-street chains, it offers friendly service and a menu balancing classics with the latest trends for all tastes.
Whether it's a full English before work, a seasonal French toast for brunch or a strawberry matcha on a sunny afternoon, the café is a go-to for customers supporting an independent Middlesbrough business.
Steam & Bean Coffee House is open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 3pm, and Saturdays from 10am to 3pm.