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

Like the iced coffee but the matcha always tastes burnt and overdone :(, staff is usually very friendly but this is not very wheel chair friendly place sadly so my friend usually needs my help getting his drink. read more

How come no one ever told me about Chocolate Ginger Milk !?!?! AND that it is at Caffe Beano? I am a die hard coffee drinker... rarely do I ever order a steamed milk. It is like a "Huh? What is that...." moment. The other night I was out late and wanted a warm drink - too late to have any caffeine, so my friend recommended the Chocolate Ginger Milk. It was super yummy. I have been to Caffe Beano many times before. I should have reviewed them then, as their coffee and sweets are really good. But this latest drink that I had puts them in a different category. read more

I lived outside Caffe Beano for a good 8 months, Been there Once and never looked back. From the outside - Not really the crowd I'd wanna be dealing with. Lots of Homeless people smoking all the time. I question whether or not they are actually patrons of this establishment. But nobody ever seemed to want to do anything about it. My question is - Why Caffe Beano when there is a Tim Hortons a block away? I got a Cafe Mocha after waiting about 10 minutes in line, and a Bagel. Service was Crap. Coffee was Bland. The Cream Cheese was gross. I never looked back. This place is wildly popular, and I just don't understand the appeal. read more

This place is over priced and the staff is so unfriendly. I have visited them 3 times and will never go back. I wanted to support a small business in these Covid times. Unfortunately each time I have gone in there the staff can't even greet you, make eye contact and I almost feel as though me being there is an inconvenience. Not worth the expensive prices of coffee/ baked goods when there is zero customer service. Won't be back. read more

I like Beano's. They make a decent latte and it's a nice establishment. I especially like the outdoor seating which makes for a communal atmosphere on a warm weekend afternoon. I do find it takes a little longer than average to get my coffee made here, but that's probably because it's always so busy. Nice place. Will try the Vietnamese coffee next time. read more

Awesome place to hangout with friends, the music is always great and the coffee is served in a huge bowl! A good value ahah. Everything there seems to be made fresh and it always has wonderful employees, I will be back to get a latte and breakfast again soon. The coffee wasn't super hot that's the only reason it's 4 stars. read more

Caffe Beano is a great location to head for coffee. It can get quite busy and sometimes I wish it had more seating (and less awkward, as in the benches facing the kitchen where people walk by to get to the back of the cafe) but it does well with the space allotted. I've had the espresso chocolate milkshake, which was excellent, as well as double americano and the "cold remedy." Everything was very good. The staff is friendly. And, it's open late - until 11. Which is great, as most coffee places in the area close down at 9 or 10. read more

Coffee anyway you want it. I'm a huge fan of coffee in all its forms, and this is one of the best places to get it. Having only visited this location once, I was very impressed and can't wait to go back. The benches were very busy on a Saturday night as well as the interior of the shop. I ordered an iced americano to cool off and thoroughly enjoyed it. I'll be back to try the half sweet Vietnamese coffee that Mia T. talks about in her review. Want a coffee? On 17th? You won't find a better place. read more

I love Caffe Beano! Best coffee shop in Calgary for sure. I almost feel like I shouldn't write this review so less people will know about it but then I feel like it's almost a sin to not share such a lovely place with others. It's also quite difficult to hide a place like this when it's right off of 17th ave. Everything I've had at Caffe Beano has been good. I get the americano regularly but we've also had the milkshake, ginger hot chocolate and tea mistos - all which were awesome. Their baked goods are also good, I love their cookies. The staff is always friendly and very quick - even though the line for your drink may be long, I find that they are always very fast at making your drink, without sacrificing quality! I wish I lived close by so I could get a drink every other day :) read more

Tip: They have great milkshakes. I am not sure how to describe this place, but it's definitely not your usual hipster cafe in 17th Ave. It has its own character, with a different kind of clientele. Beano has the feeling of an older establishment that has been around for quite some time. I have always enjoyed my visit and time spent there. read more

Busy coffee shop with lots of tables and seating inside and outside. Mocha was ok, tasted a little gritty related to the chocolate. The caprese sandwich was ok - bread was too crusty and would have preferred a softer mozzarella. Otherwise, cool spot to hangout on a Saturday afternoon. read more

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Located in a trendy area of Calgary, Caffe Beano offers coffee and quick meals for mostly a younger audience. The coffee was fresh and had good flavor. You should note that the mugs are over-sized, so bring a thirst. Sandwiches were OK, but I agree with other reviewers that the bread seems to be either too crusty or too chewy for the style of sandwich. Ambiance feels a bit rushed and/or chaotic. Enjoy Calgary! read more

I LOVED Caffee Beano. I've only been there once and my coffee was fan-tas-tic. What a great vibe with a diverse group of people. Plenty of hipsters who make their hair look effortlessly messy. I love their massive windows with their views of mature trees and an urban environment. It's such a great place to go and people watch. Delightful!! read more

I am a super big coffee drinker and they've never let me down on the coffee end of things, however i find myself often getting the hot chocolate here, it's to die for!! good location love going here on the weekends read more

This place is packed because it has no geographical competition with the same vibe. Cramped room where a gusting wind during winter will have you regret your stay and second guess your luck at finding that table. The coffee is mediocre and the attitudes are marred with over-worked staff. Saving grace, their Vietnamese Coffee. Absolutely unbelievable. read more

I live about a block away but strangely don't go here too often, I think it's the giant crowd that's always outside - I'd rather go somewhere a bit less busy. But the coffee is great! Their London Fog in particular completely won me over, the steamed milk is to die for! I don't know if they use whole milk or why on earth it tastes so much different then a regular coffee shop but it is amazing!! read more

Coffee is sterling. The baked goods are great too. Service, while generally polite, can be a little on the slowish side. Happily it's worth the wait. One of the best poured lattes in Calgary. Definitely keen on Cafe Beano. read more

Nice place friendly staff ! They make great coffee. Its always crowded! Already popular in Calgary I love this place! read more

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I have only been to Caffe Beano a handful of times and I am not sure how great this review is going to be because of this but I went there a few weeks ago and it was probably the best service I had ever received. I am usually not that big of a coffee drinker so I am not that familiar with what coffee is which and things of that nature. I asked for some clarification on the coffee menu and the lady working there seemed more than happy to help me out. She explained to me what the different coffees were like and help me make a decision in ordering probably one of the best coffees I have ever had. I have been here I believe two other occasions and the service was okay but nothing to write home about so I was a little hesitate to go back because of this. The last time I was in here was such a fabulous experience it actually made not only my day but probably my entire week. I believe that Caffe Beano is a nice little coffee shop on 17th ave with good coffee, good service and the prices seem to be fair and based on my experience a few weeks ago I have no problem going back and recommending them. read more

Weird groovy spot where I get my coffee on. Don't know why maybe it's the brown sugar or the weirdos serving the black juice but there is nothing like a cup of coffee from beano. Lines can be rough and watch out for that Alan guy out front.... For those not looking for a laptop crowd but a conversation coffee this is the place. read more

The chocolate espresso milkshake is one of the most amazing things I've tasted in the entire city, but their lack of accepting credit card is a pain in the butt. I know credit is much more expensive for businesses to accept than debit, but it's super inconvenient. Maybe I'm just being difficult, but it's how I pay for everything. read more

Im a fan of sitting outside Beano on the bench on a summer night (open till midnight) with a Vietnamese coffee (half sweet). It keeps you buzzed for hours. Other than asian restaurants, its hard to find this drink in your average coffee joint. All types of characters are found at Beano. Regulars are typically greetedenthusiastically by the staff upon entrance ( I am not one of them). I like the cozy feeling of the cafe, and how they support local efforts around the city, such as Sidewalk Citizen's products and some girl's name I forget...they have her granola bars. Also picked up my copy of the Underground Film Fest schedule (excite!) Its not somewhere to study, as its so busy, but again, back to the outside benches. Its a spot where random converstations with strangers begin. Suffice to say, I find it a great form of entertainment. On the way to a party, we stopped at Beano for a cold drink. I decided to wait outside, as I had a gigantic Tupperware full of homemade Sangria for a party we were headed to down the street, and I ended up staying for half an hour just chatting to the folks on the bench..the Tupperware of Sangria being the ice breaker for our converstations. Anyway, back to the drinks....not the cheapest around, but Id like to think I pay for the atmosphere that comes with buying a tea or cookie. A bonus is that they try to recycle as much as possible! read more

The place is great if you like waiting is long lines for mediocre coffee and exceptionally expensive food. Not really worth your time but it is where the cool kids hang out so if you are wandering around in the AM and want to go to the place to be seen (or scene) or looking for a pretty good place to people watch then Café Beano might be the place. read more

The space is nice but the coffee is poor, there is no WiFi and they don't take credit. Throwback to the days before the third wave of coffee. read more

The best, super best, fantabulous best coffee shop in Calgary. Very very good coffee for starters. Excellent creme on top of my Cortado or Hot Vietnamese. When I'm away from Calgary, I dream about Beano's coffee. Perfect location. Happy and funky staff. Eclectic music after 5pm. Lots of space to sit with friends or be by yourself writing or just being. read more

i have no idea why so many other reviews are knocking this place. i love it here. - the coffee is delicious: the espresso is thick and strong and syrup-y the way it should be. i even saw someone in front order an "almond milk latte" with a swirly design on it - it looked and sounded very good. -the home-made sweets are to die for: muffins and cookies and scones etc. are also all pretty large in portion (a definite plus compared to some places). -the location right off of 17th ave is ideal -there are plenty of windows making it a very well lit and comfortable place on a sunny day -there are even benches outside (no tables, though). granted, the place is usually busy, and there are definitely enough hipsters and alternative folk there. but there are also the neighborhood wack jobs that come sit outside on the benches, keeping you entertained. also, being forced to sometimes rub elbows or share a table with someone is a great way to, well, hit on girls. overall it's everything i could ask for in a cafe. if they had more room inside, maybe a few couches or armchairs would be nice. don't discriminate against this place because hipsters frequent it. there's a reason they come here. it's damn good. read more

Awesome coffee place to read, meet friends, study, and you guessed it, drink coffee. Good "first-date" spot also :)

After 5:30 AM Barre class I needed a coffee stat, there wasn't a line up when I arrived but there were people sitting enjoying their coffee and morning paper. I grabbed a latte and a bran muffin to go. Warm and cozy vibe, decent menu and baked good selection. Tucked around the corner just off 17th they are worth stopping in at if you need to get your coffee fix. read more

Went here a couple of weeks ago after a ballet class and enjoyed the fact that it is open late. I ordered a milkshake and was taken back by the price being so high yet it coming in a small plastic disposable cup. I guess it is a coffee shop but a little more effort could be made here. Well once I tried it the cup no longer mattered, it was delicious. I will be going back tonite in fact for that reason alone. read more

Caffe Beano is one of those Calgary gems that I love but seldom manage to visit. With an excellent selection of snacks and beverages - including the delicious teas, my personal favorite - and hours that make us night owls happy, it's the go-to location for an active, do-nothing evening. I always 'find myself' at Caffe Beano - it's close, it's open and it's inviting. Full of character and never disappointing, I'm going to make a point to go there more often. Deliberately. read more

I really like Caffe Beano. For years I was too intimidated to go in, as I have always been much more knowledgeable in the field of tea than coffee. However, I am glad I got over myself because I was missing out. I usually like to hit up Beano with one of my coffee inclined friends, because we grab delicious coffee and then usually go for a stroll up to the book store. It makes me feel very sophisticated. It is very elbow-bumping crowded in Caffe Beano, to the point where I have oft witnessed coffee-spilling and trickery. I do quite enjoy their drip coffee where I don't often enjoy such things at most places, and their espresso is lovely. Occasionally I have said espresso as a latte with soy milk. I have yet to try any of their other drinks on the menu but I generally stay clear of things that are tea-ish at places known for their coffee because I have so much tea snobbery happening in my pantry. All in all, I like this place and always get in the mood to go to Caffe Beano when it rains especially.Probably some of the best coffee that I have had in the city. read more

Great local Calgary business. I quite miss it, but it is insanely hectic and busy - makes it stand out in Calgary like the coffee shops here in Brooklyn. read more

This area of town has so many amazing coffee shops and Caffe Beano is no exception! This place is pretty busy - that just shows how great this place is! The staff are friendly and the drinks are delicious. This is a must go when it's sunny because the freshly squeezed lemonade is to die for! Caffe Beano uses local and organic products wherever possible which makes it so much more fantastic! I'll definitely be at this place more this summer! read more

The quality of the coffee and unique menu items are consistently great. The Beano muffins and cookies are to-die-for.. For a serious caffeine hit a Beano Buzz does the trick! It is as busy, long established hangout for a variety of types including; hipsters, artists, wealthy locals as well as down and out looking characters. This place has personality. It is usually busy and downtown parking is sparse so if you drive, then go on a Sunday when parking is free and delicious morning muffins are fresh. I don't think they have wifi. I usually take to go.. read more

Can you rate zero stars? Ever since the original owner bought the place back from Rhonda this place has fallen off my map and I am proud to say has been on my personal 'embargo list' since I was shooshed away by one the co-owners when she opened the doors one morning to collect the newspapers some two years ago. Keep walking past this place - over-rated. Strap your shoes on and head to the core to Artigianno on 6th Ave + 3rd Street SW read more

Soy lattes & nonfat lattes are absolutely delicious! Best I've had in Calgary. Tends to get crowded..but that's just a sign for good coffee. Love this little cafe! read more

A great local meeting spot with an eclectic crowd. The Indian tea and milk shakes are exceptional and the espresso drinks are above par for most coffee shops in the area. There are multiple 'milk' options for those avoiding dairy and a comfortable homey atmosphere inside with seating for a range of group sizes. The only thing missing is free wifi. read more

Dreadful coffee, always staledated, baristas do not know that nobody cares if a latte has a crema or not, and I feel like I drinking coffee in the prep area of a bakery. This is, in my opinion at least, the worst independent coffee joint in the city and only a tad above the cellar where S&#tbucks, the coffee from the hockey player, and the Last Cup reside. Kawa Espresso is about the shortest distance, always a great cup, but the Roasterie in Kensington is truly a night out and the coffee is really not too far behind Kawa. read more

Still my go to for a coffee in the Beltline after all these years. The location being right around the corner from a newsstand is perfect. I could pick up my NewYorker and chill with a good coffee and a cookie. Their regular drip is a good blend and their espresso is strong but not bitter. The cookies and other nibbles are well priced and delicious. Inside is multi level and well laid out with lots of window seats. There are benches outside for a casual place to sit and always water bowls for the pups. I get decent wifi so it's been a good place to work as well. read more