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    Sentient Bean

    3.9 (668 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    SENTIENT BEAN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Justin N.

    We loved the Sentient Bean and it's such a cool and cute coffee shop right by the park. The food came pretty timely on a Sunday morning and the lines were pretty nonexistent. Would recommend for anyone looking for coffee and grub by the park. Vegan options too!

    Not the best matcha or peach tea. Searching for the best around the world. If this made you think, wait until the next review.
    Masti L.

    Not great, not good. We tried the peach tea and the raspberry matcha with almond milk -- both were bland and lacked any real flavor or purpose. The cheese quesadilla was decent, but honestly, if you can find another spot, go there instead. This one's not worth it. And the ambiance was blah! Two stars for the quesadilla and the girl that helped us was sweet.

    Garret H.

    Coffee was great, Nice atmosphere and pretty busy but the line moved fast. Ordered the banana walnut slice and it was good. However it was cold and I would have liked it better heated in a microwave but didn't see one and they seemed too busy to ask.

    What's in my cup?  Earl Grey with lavender syrup
    Natalie H.

    VIBES. Cute little neighborhood coffee shop with a great selection of coffee beans and tea. And pleasantly surprised that I came on an open mic night. Again. VIBES. Atmosphere is cozy. Staff is friendly and welcoming. Kudos on the lavender blueberry poppy loaf.

    Walnut brownie and ice latte
    Mary I.

    Decent. Had cold brew and an iced latte. Reminds me of Starbucks. Cafe is kid friendly and less expensive then most coffee shops

    Back patio
    Nick B.

    Great spot right off Forsyth Park courts area... traditional style coffee house that has good quality coffee as well as great veggie fare. The omelet is quality & doesn't set you back at around $7 bucks for a few toppings Pro tip - their backyard patio (pictured) may be one of the most underrated spots to chill out in all of Savannah Good vibes from the staff make this a desirable place

    Recycling friendly
    Natalie C.

    I wish I could give this place a better rating because they have a great location near Forsyth park but I would not recommend coming here. First off, this is a vegan café so there are no meat options. Secondly, the cashier had G-string panties on which were visible and came off as unsanitary to me if she pulls them up throughout the day. Coffee was mid - at least it was cheap though. Their lattes might be better but due to the uncomfortable seating and better coffee shop options available I probably WONT be coming back. So sorry! I'll be happy if I hear things change.

    6/29/23, Chalkboard menu
    Laura P.

    Friendly service greeted me, and the line proved helpful so that I could peruse their large chalkboard menu. The Quiche du Jour with cheddar, black beans and chipotle - yes, please. It was tasty, hot and needed salt. My medium roast coffee hit the spot. Would I return? Yes, if it was convenient! This busy spot has an industrial, cavernous, garage feel with eclectic artwork dangling from a picture rail. There's some counter type seating along the windows and 2 and 4 top tables. A thorough interior pressure washing would go a long way here - if only there were floor drains.

    Leah O.

    I was headed to the store next door and this coffee shop caught my attention. It was so packed on a Thursday at like 10 am. I had to go in and check it out. It's a cute little place. There are lots of places to sit and hang out for a while. There are a few seats outside as well. One of the employees told me all the cups, lids etc are all biodegradable. I thought that was pretty cool. I didn't feel the lid was flimsy or less than like some products like that can be. I ordered a chai tea and a croissant. The chai tea was okay. I think it maybe needed to be mixed a bit more. I may try it again. The croissant was amazing. It was light and buttery, just like you want your croissant to be. They have a whole display case of treats so I am coming back to try something new. I ordered a cappuccino and a croissant for my daughter and she loved it. I love finding a new coffee shop to frequent. It's right beside Forsyth Park.

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    4.0(568 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    I finally tried Olympia Cafe and when I say 10/10, I mean it, on all aspects!…read more I decided to treat myself on my last week of living in Savannah. I love Greek food and I always enjoy venturing out to new restaurants. I went in on a Wednesday. My waitress, Hannah, was amazing. I cannot thank her enough for the level of service and the overall hospitality I experienced here. She let me try some wine, before I decided to commit to one. I also was provided a complimentary appetizer and she said "OPA" with me. It was truly an experience. I decided to try the branzino and I'm so happy I did! The fish was seasoned to perfection- it was fresh and light. I enjoyed it with their rice/peas and you have to have the Greek lemon potatoes. The food in itself had me wishing that I had more time to try more entrees on the menu. I had lived in Savannah for over three years and had neglected to visit them. I took the Greek lemon chicken home and Hannah packed me a little dessert to enjoy. I had mentioned my apartment was packed and she packed me extra silverware and napkins to go. She put the most level of CARE into my visit and I'm so grateful she was my waitress. Final Verdict: I will be stopping by whenever I'm in the area again. This has to be one of the best Greek restaurants, if not the best I've tried in my life.

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    Food and staff is amazing! Breakfast burritos is now my favorite breakfast burrito in town!…read more Ate it to fast and forgot to take a picture!

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    Croissants anyone? Baked fresh daily!

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