Friendly service and good Americano/Canadiano. The freshly baked muffins, specially the pumpkin muffin was also very good. read more

Coffee is on the very roasted side, to bitter taste. Very much as starbucks latte! Nothing special for snacks and sweets. Priced in the usual range. Space is spartan decorated, service friendly. read more

All my adult life I would never go anywhere else. The servers are always pleasant and quick to converse, regardless of a changing group...! ! Love to see a coffee go cup with their name on it ... Why not ? ? The breakfast sandwich long lost will be missed greatly ..The Cookies are most - extra special -as they are the one & only & no other cafés, have any thing like them. Yay Café Beano again. !! read more

Great coffee and amazing staff! A really great vibe in this gem of a coffee house! Calgary needs to more places like this; where you can actually relax enjoy your coffee! read more

$3.50 for the smallest coffee in town. No wifi, bad reception for street wifi, no prices for pastries, no credit card. Time for the owners to put on an apron and work the counter if they're that tight for cash. There's a Good Earth just west of there. Go there. read more

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One of my favorite places for a coffee fix and has a Vietnamese ice or hot drink. Their coffee isn't sour or too acidic and has just the right amount of robust flavor. A great place for any activities from people watching, work, meet up or catching up with friends. I tried their quiche and it was great, soft and fluffy with right amount of crust texture and the balsamic offers a unique taste with a side of veggies. Price is on point and affordable for what you get, and I would go back again. read more

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If i could give a negative rating i would. The service i received this evening was almost unbelievable. I have been a faithful customer of Beano for many many yrs. The lady taking my order went into an insane rant over a "perceived slight " (and that is after giving a lot of thought and trying to understand the craziness that was unleashed on me and the person I was with) To think that the words , "can i get two double doubles" could invoke that kind of rage. I don't know her name but she was a brunette with bangs.... But if she is the one at the till you may want to turn around and go somewhere else for coffee. read more

A-OK for me. It was busy when dropped by. Service was good but not fantastic. Coffee was good but not fabulous. Decor was good but traffic flow at the door is congested. Would I return? Yes Would I recommend? If you'rer in the area this is an option. read more

Stopped in for the first time in ages, and I have to say, it was a far cry from my previous experiences here. Friendly, smiling staff, for one! On a late Sunday afternoon, it was quiet inside, easy to find a seat by the window, and my Almond Milk London Fog was served to me in a cup the size of a cereal bowl. Delicious! Reasonably priced, too. I'll try to come back more often now :). read more

Caffe Beano - " sitting in your stupid coffee house with your stupid big cups which, I'm sorry, might as well have nipples on them!" - Friends - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

It had been 12 hours since I ate, between working all morning and then flying to Calgary eating had sort of taken the back burner. So I was entirely famished by the time I stumbled into this cute cafe. I was immediately walking back out the door when I saw they specialized in crepes. I have not had a single good crepe experience, ever. I walked down the street hoping for better and realized there was nothin else to grab, so humbled I returned. The vanilla bean latte over ice was a great little pick me up. Delicious and not overly sweet. While I think their specialty was tea, I am a full fledged coffee whore, so this was the pick for me. I followed the caffeine fix with a dreaded crepe of the tuna variety. What a delightful little tuna bouquet they served me, I was enchanted with the wrapping and immediately dove in. While the concept and presentation were ingenious, it was a bitch to eat. There is no starchy goodness to hold up the sides, so I was constantly chasing a stray piece of lettuce or escaping tuna bite. I also noticed that the crepe itself was a little too sweet with the tuna. But would probably be fantastic with their many dessert crepe selections. Bottom line...while I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here again, my stomach is full and I'm not completely covered in tuna, so an "A-ok" from me. read more

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Visited this spot to grab coffee with a friend, and to be honest, what has taken me so long to try it out is because it does not have wifi. This is a place where you go to disconnect from social media and visit with a friend or write in a journal. This is not the place to bring your laptop to and work. I ordered a latte, and it was excellent. I also appreciated the foam art and the fact that it's served in a bowl versus a cup. If you want to catch up with an old friend and have uninterrupted quality time, this is the place to go. read more

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At the counter I made a joke and told the barista that the tip jar was looking very attractive today. Her manager beside her said "actually we had a break-in the other day, the front window was smashed in and all that was taken was the tip jar. Stereo equipment and even ipods on tables remained untouched." How curious, well that tip jar must have been as full as it was today, because the baristas here are very nice. I returned to the table with a heart jolting late and my honey had a delicious chai. Many other yelpers say this place is pretentious, but I like it, the neighbourhood elite do congregate here, but people from the neighbourhood will naturally go to see and be seen at the local hang out. Caffe Beano does attract folks; not only for eye candy but for what I think is pretty delicious coffee. You can even watch staff making cookies, stirring cookie batter and plunking them in large chunks on waxed cookie trays. And the cliental sure is interesting here too, artists, designers, architects, and families from the mount royal area. I think i counted 10 scarfs being worn by clients one day, is that the new "I am an artist signature? I wonder". So I am up for a Caffe Beano coffee any day. read more

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Beano Cafe is a hip and happenin' place just off 17th Ave that serves up kickass coffee, baked goods, and sandwiches in a fun relaxed atmosphere. The vibe and the friendly service make this place a favourite of hipsters young and old alike. Pretty much any day of the week you'll find a lineup out the door and patrons idling on the benches out front, sipping their coffees and taking in the sights. And when you have one of their locally roasted coffees, you'll know why. You can choose to sit inside at one of their many booth tables, or take your coffee to go, as I did. Perfect for your morning stroll along 17th Ave. read more

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Have had one of their lattes in a bowl several times, and when order it 'rich and creamy,' invariably that is what I get. Beano's baristas are casual and friendly, and so genuinely appreciative of a compliment after their drinks sooth the palate. I'd consider 5 stars here but for what I think is the poor selection of cookies, muffins and such. Certainly Analogy only 2 long blocks away easily out-do them, but then their coffee isn't as good nor the vibe as warm. What is cool about this district are all the stand-alone restaurants and shops on 17th within easy walking distance from 3rd to 14th Streets. Outside of the chain junk food joints and the occasional poor restaurant, some truly eclectic venues help complement Beano's mid-afternoon latte. Want a really well-done coffee drink? Start at Beano's...! read more

Rather disappointed in this outlet. No wifi and they only take cash and debit. Have had coffee and pastries in the past and they were ok but nothing outstanding. Didn't find the staff that friendly just like they were going through the motions. Won't be going back; too many great choices on 17th Avenue SW and 8 Street SW with a lot more amenities and better service. You can do a lot better. read more

I love Caffe Beano. - It was the first nice coffee shop I was brought to by family friends when I first landed in Calgary three years ago. It was warm summer nights, the coffee was amazing and 17th Ave was poppin'. - It was the only public spot I had dared to hang up a YYC Burger Week poster earlier this year. When I had asked the staff meekly if I could, they casually said "sure, just find a spot and put up anything ya want". And I had. It was THRILLING! Oh, AND it had gotten noticed by cool people who later on wanted to dress up in costumes and become mascots of YYC Burger Week. NBD.. - It is also the spot where I had spotted the two most darling Japanese Chin puppies outside. I've admired those dogs for so long, and there they were.. Not one, but TWO of the most precious little things ever! LOVE!!!! I'm sorry if you dont see the relevance of these things to my review. Point is, this place is awesome. They make the most delicious caffeinated beverages, and almost every time I go, something awesome happens. 5 stars all the way. read more

They have amazing shakes. The chia is my favourite but it is only available in summer which is quite disappointing. The environment is cozy and they always have nice music playing. The seating area isn't always kept very clean and the tables are wobbly. It's a nice coffee hang out for people who want to meet new friends or read a novel. read more

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I seriously burned my mouth on a latte here last week. Needless to say, a latte should never be so hot and the coffee was terrible. You would think a coffee shop would know this .. read more

I love Beano. The first day I went to Beano and ordered my "Grande Americano Misto", two things happened: 1. I was very politely told that Grande is a Starbucks thing, we only have small and large. 2. I was only charged $3 for the large misto!!! The staff in Beano are friendly, the coffee is great, and the price is right. The baked goods are delicious, and I keep meaning to try the sandwiches, but I am never getting coffee at lunch time :( If you want to splurge, try the espresso chocolate milkshake. TO DIE FOR read more

I have never experienced the taste of espresso that has a chemical and plastic like taste, but I did today. I got a traditional cappuccino which is my go to for coffee shops and even tried my friend's americano misto which still had that taste. I am a barista through profession but I've had sour espresso, weak espresso but never tasted something quite like this. Do not recommend to anyone, walk further up 17th Ave to Analog for coffee the same price, and people who know what they're doing with coffee. read more

A local institution. Apparently the busiest independant coffee shop west of Toronto. The coffee is good, the staff are usually polite (if always, always, always busy) and the sandwhiches and baked goods hit the spot. And the milkshakes are to die for. If there's one thing I don't like, it's that Beano is always packed. With everyone from Mount Royal yuppies to musicans and artists to a gang of Russians constantly smoking on the sidewalk. That isn't to say I don't often enjoy running into people there, I do. Just that for a quiet, solo coffee, or intimate conversation with a friend, you're best off grabbing your drink to go. Finally, whether you stay there or not, you're supporting a local Calgary business versus something like Starbucks. read more

Caffe Beano tends to attract the strangest crowd. You'll always be able to spot a hipster or three, a dog outside, a vintage road bike, a wannabe vintage cruiser bike and a a strange old man with a beard. I don't go to Beano often, but when I do every second Sunday, I usually receive mediocre service from a seemingly apathetic barista. The lattes are good, but the iced teas are way over priced. I bought one the other day and it was so not worth it. I basically got pre-made iced tea in a dixie cup. To be honest, it's not my favourite but I'll come back only because a) it's on my way to a friend's house, and b) I like their lattes - they serve up a good strong espresso. Also next time, can you smile at me when I smile at you? read more

The last time I was at Caffe Beano, I had a brewed coffee, it was good, I would have recommended it to a friend. And because of these reasons I decided to come back. This time I had a Vietnamese coffee and it blew my mind. I can still taste this coffee, and it has been a week. It caused me to coffeegasm, it was remarkable, mostly why I am remarking on it now. It was so smooth a creamy and had good strong coffee flavour and it looked pretty and it just left me feeling so warm and fuzzy inside. I considered having two that day but I didn't want to be violently shaking on the train ride home. And as previously mentioned, the atmosphere is really nice, lots of wide open windows and seating, on a sunny day the place just glows. I found it very easy to sit with my computer and work away. Go to Caffe Beano, drink their drinks, they are really good. read more

I went there tonight for an informal meeting, on the suggestion of a colleague. I ordered a Vietnamese coffee and a chocolate puffed wheat square. It's been some time since I have seen Vietnamese coffee on the menu! It was creamy and delicious, served in a huge cup to stay. My square was gooey and hit the spot nicely. I brought cash with me since other reviewers mentioned that cash is best there. I don't have a problem with this if I'm prepared. It's part of the culture there and I don't mind a bit. I thought the prices were good, given the quality of the coffee and square, and the portions were big. Definitely a "Kensington" kind of vibe, with lots of hipster types. I didn't feel out of place or judged going in with my corporate-wear on. The staff were really friendly to me and it was busy enough, but not packed or crazy in there (around 5pm on a weekday). I found a place to sit without a problem and didn't wait long for my order. Highlights: *It was neat to watch the staff bake cookies. *Products and service were delightful *Finally a place that have tables for ONE person if you aren't meeting someone. *People know the servers by name. Cool. We could use a little sense of community like that in Calgary more often. I went in with an open mind, braced to be disenchanted with the experience but everything was flawless. I will definitely be back to try their other bevvies...and to enjoy people watching! read more

The other reviews aren't kidding -- Caffe Beano is constantly busy! I was lucky to go in when there was a very short line. I ordered a latte, and was immediately impressed with the fact that when you stay there, you get a large for the price of a small. It didn't take long for me to get my drink, which was fairly good in a nice latte bowl. The milk was microfoamed and sweet -- perfect. The espresso was good, although there were quite a few grinds in the bottom of the drink. I wasn't wearing skinny jeans, so I kind of stood out as "not belonging" a bit. To this point, I would have rated Beano 4 stars. However, when I brought my empty mug to the counter, I put it down and asked if that was a good place to put it. He looked at me, didn't say anything, then went back to what he was doing. Ummm, what? Chelsea K. is right -- unfriendly. As I went to leave, I wanted to use the washroom but it needed a key from the cashier. There were now six people in line, so I left. I'm now at about 2.5 stars. Although someone listed that they accept credit cards, they definitely do not. Cash and debit only. This is lazy and disappointing for a store in a big city, so we're down to 2 stars. read more

If you actually care about espresso quality, microfoam and overal adherence to Third Wave Coffee traditions then when you're in the 17th Ave area don't bother with Caffe Beano and just head over to Chiasso instead. However if it's a funky college coffee shop vibe and a London Fog is more of your drink of choice then Beano is the right spot for you. Based on my star rating you can probably tell which of the two are more important to me. I'm from the San Francisco Bay Area so I'm spoiled by having ridiculously incredible coffee like Blue Bottle, Ritual, Barefoot etc so when I visit the in-laws here in Calgary I'm always on the hunt for good coffee. I ordered a "cappuccino" which other than the name bares almost no resemblance to the drink. It was served in an enormous drinking cup with no handles. The volume was so great that it wouldn't even pass as a latte. There wasn't even an attempt at microfoam. If the main function for the spoon that is served with your drink is to scoop up thick foam as opposed to stirring the drink then it's pretty clear that the cafe has no clue about the virtues of microfoam. I won't bother drilling down into the technical details because I think you get the idea already. read more

Haven't been to Cafe Beano for almost a year I reckon. I loved it then and I happily remembered how much as I reminisced to hubs about the yummy taste of the coffee when we stopped in after dinner last evening. I love everything about this little cafe...from their previous alliance with partner Janice Beaton (I was told last night she has it sold again) to their commitment to local and organic products where ever possible, support of community and recycling. I've only ever tried the baking & the coffee and loved every minute of it. Unfortunately I do not get down to the red mile very often...but when I do Cafe Beano is on my hit list. read more

I'm really surprised to see a low score for good ol' Beano... There are only two reasons why I might venture out to a coffee shop for my favourite drink, instead of making a perfectly decent cup at home. (Aside from the obvious of having plans to meet at a shop, working from a shop, or being nowhere near home and needing a trusty americano half way through the day...) Those reasons are: 1) A relationship with the brand, or it's employee's. I don't mean 'dating' the barista, but if I like the vibe of the place, and of course the coffee itself - then i'll go out of my way to visit the shop and support the business. **I don't visit enough to know the staff or owners, but I like the place, and I've never had a problem with rude or pretentious employees. 2) People Watching! I'm often flying solo when I'm experiencing a coffee shop, but regardless of this fact I prefer places with a variety of guests. Downtown generally tends to have more interesting people per square foot... **Beano attracts a colourful crowd, of all ages. Whether it's outside on the benches near the east entrance (always packed if it's even remotely pleasant weather), tucked inside at a cozy booth, with a view to watch the world go by, or just enjoying the atmosphere indoors - Beano never fails with a friendly concoction of neat weirdos. (Weirdos is not negative or derogatory.... I like weirdos. I am a weirdo) Don't pass this place by; bringing dual meaning to the term "Original Joe", since 1990. KLM read more

There are a handful of places within the city that provide true, fine coffee. Beano is certainly one of them. Ive read some reviews about bad service on here. The staff are wonderful and if I think back to my last visit to TIm Hortons, they didn't exactly smile and give me a foot rub. Atmosphere and food are great on top of that. If you feel like people watching, meeting good folks, need a break and an excellent espresso. Do it. If youre looking for a double double and wanna be in and out in 2 minutes well...You know what you need to do. read more

Café Beano staff are great people, most of the desserts and food they serve is home-made, and their food is generally delicious and reasonably priced. Café Beano espresso drinks are, in my opinion, the best tasting in Calgary. Try the espresso over ice-cream! In a world of plastic, this is the real deal. Don't miss it. read more

Pros: Good drip coffee and decent espresso. Open late. Lots of space. Cons: Every goddam hipster in the city seems to gravitate towards this space. Ah, who cares. They also don't take credit cards. Sometimes I find that the fancier type drinks are a tad bit mediocre. You watch them make you, say... a London Fog, and you realize that you could do the same with a blender, vanilla syrup, and some cheap tea. read more

I think being a cafe downtown adds a lot of pressure to a coffee business since there are so many in the area and I think Caffe Beano is a tip top coffee shop. They have a wide selection of food and goodies, which I found surprising. Their drink menu has a great variety and from what I have tried the few times I've been here, they make their drinks to a great standard. It looks small on the outside but surprisingly there are a lot of seats inside. The staff is friendly and that's important for any cafe. They are a little pricey however, and that's one downside for me. But if you've never been here before it's definitely worth a try. I'd come back for sure. read more

Beano Rats. You know them. They wear earth tones. Read tattered second hand copies of "To Kill A Mockingbird". Only work on Mac Books. Beano Rats are wealthy hipsters who drive VW's. The hipsters who's photograph's are actually selling and are successfully graphic designing. They are old hipsters and young hipsters and they are lined up there morning, noon and night. I was almost a Beano Rat for a while - mostly because it was a few blocks from my house. I would go there two or three mornings a week, get a drip coffee (fancy that!) and a bagel with cream cheese and tomato. But now that I've moved, it's too much trouble to go there. So in a nutshell - it's good but not that good. When you go to Beano - you're paying for atmosphere. The coffee is most certainly palatable and the food is just fine and dandy. What you're paying for are things like the Community Bulletin Board is only for local artists and events, they have a displaced person (homeless) who sweeps the side walk in exchange for coffee and dogs are welcome to be tied up right outside. You're paying to walk around with your disposable Beano coffee cup (with a lid made from corn) so everyone can see you go to Beano. read more

I finally made it over to Caffe Beano, and I honestly can't see what all the hype is about. I mean, yeah, the location is great, it's right on 17th Ave., but the minute you step inside, it's overwhelming. It's always packed, and inside it kinda looks like a cafeteria meets a prison kitchen. I know, that's harsh. But it's tiny, it's packed, and it's VERY plain. It's not the kind of place I would want to sit, relax, and spend hours on end. The crowd is very 'Kensington-ish'. Lots of the 'alternative'/'hippy' type. The drinks are the standard and the prices are the same. Overall, not a place that I'd spend my time. I've been once, and that's enough for me. read more

Finally stopped in here for a coffee with 2 friends after walking by on 17th Avenue probably hundreds of times. Not really sure why I've never stopped in, but it has finally happened. The 2 friends mentioned were there for the espresso chocolate milkshake and since I am lactose intolerant, I had to find something else. I was glad to see that Beano offers almond milk as an option, so I ordered a latte with that, but it does add up as they charge extra for the almond milk. I also had a bagel with cream cheese, which was pretty standard. My friends really seemed to enjoy the milkshake, so it might be worth a try for you non-lactose challenged individuals. As someone else mentioned, the staff were ok. I wouldn't say stellar, but maybe they're just pretty busy all the time so they don't go out of their way for the best service. Either way, it wasn't a horrible experience and I would probably stop by here again if others wanted to go. The benches outside are great for people watching, which is a bonus... if you can get a seat. read more

For Calgary this is 5 star venue for quality of coffee. The staff is very quick, friendly, and responsive. Compared to other cities this doesn't stack up, but I'm upgrading it since it's the best you'll find in the city. Had many coffee related beverages, gotten a few types of beans to go as well. read more

Perfect coffee with a cool eclectic crowd and great tunes. A great place to chill out. I hear great things about their espresso milkshake so I'll be dropping by some hot summer day soon. read more

I'm enjoying the menu at Caffe Beano. I've stopped in for coffee a couple of times already, and today I enjoyed myself an espresso chocolate milkshake and a muffin. Service has been quick and friendly. When it's busy, the lineup area isn't exactly the most efficient. The doorway gets crowded and it's hard to fit more than a few people at a time. Watch your step near the cashier, there's a step up that also makes the flow from cashier to drink pickup feel a little off. Overall, though, I'm enjoying the space. Especially now that I've discovered their milkshakes. That's something you won't find in other coffee shops. read more

They make great coffees and their pastries (brought in from where else) are pretty good as well. It's always really busy when I go there but the wait is never more than 10-15min. If you're in a rush though you may want to try Waves across the street. A few times they've gotten my drink incorrect. I always ask for no room in my Americano but they've left room. Not a big deal when they're busy but once they missed it when there weren't that many in line. Also, I asked for water once and they rudely pointed to a corner where there was self serve water. If it wasn't for the vicinity I would be going elsewhere for my coffee. read more

Five years on since Beano's third-wave rebirth and that last review. I don't go to Beano often since the lineups are daunting, but so were they at Analog today, so I stopped in Beano for a macchiato. Now be warned that a "macchiato" at Beano is what you should order if you want a traditional 5 oz cappuccino- what they call a "traditional cappuccino" is 8 oz if I'm eyeballing the porcelain correctly. So I asked the barista to only go about 2/3 the way up to get a proper 4 oz macchiato... anyway the "macchiaccino" is only $3.50, great price. And it was superb, chocolatey with perfectly microfoamed milk and just lovely, exactly what I was hoping for. Coffee geeks note that the Slayer I referenced in my 2011 review is now a La Marzocco Strada. Gorgeous machine. read more