Café Beans draws broad praise for a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and a cute little cafe vibe. The banh mi is consistently described as flavorful and affordable, with fresh, well balanced fillings and a satisfying spicy kick, and options like pork, chicken, tofu and bbq pork receive frequent nods. The Vietnamese coffee and other drinks earn high marks for depth and authenticity, with matcha latte described as authentic and enjoyable while a few drinks are noted as uneven. The staff are repeatedly praised for friendliness, attentiveness and fast service, contributing to a warm, family like feel in a Chinatown setting. The space is cozy with good air conditioning and a charming interior that many say stands out, and it can get busy, yet service remains solid. Overall Café Beans is seen as a reliable destination for tasty, well priced bites and drinks that invites return visits and referrals.
Really cute little family shop in Chinatown. The son greeted me & took my order, really friendly kid & it was nice to see what I think was 3 generations all working alongside. I ordered their banh mi & an espresso. Both were prepared right then & there in front of me. I got to sip on my espresso while they finished making my sandwich, it was hot & smooth, not bitter, just right. The sandwich came out & they wrapped it nicely. Good size sandwich for the price. Really really good, had a nice spicy kick to it, I was tempted to come back the next day to get another one. Super fresh vegetables & just a really refreshing & filling sandwich.
tofu banh mi was exactly what i needed in the middle of the day. so yummy & the standout of our order. pork spring roll was also good. vietnamese iced coffee was strong & classic flavor. there are 3 small tables inside to sit at & good AC. if there tables are full inside there are some small benches nearby.
Sep 2, 2025
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Je viens souvent avec mon mari prendre un delicieu Banh mi . Il est excellent chez eux ! Le personnel a une grande douceur envers les clients. Sans compter de leur decoration cocooning . Bravo , Quel professionnalisme!
We had the spicy tofu banh mi & Vietnamese coffee. The coffee was really delicious, no complaints. The banh mi was so good, I don't have the words. I ate this sandwich on Monday & I've been thinking about it every day since. The marinade/sauce was so flavorful. It was the perfect a,out of spice. Bread was crispy & soft. The vegetables were fresh. Tofu was firm texture. Ingredient proportions were perfect. This was everything I'd ever want in a sandwich. At the risk of sounding like pretentious, last time I had banh mi this good, I was in Vietnam. Do yourself a favor & go try this place.
I work in the area & have been on the lookout for a great bánh mì spot for a while. None of the places I tried really hit the mark-until now. This one truly stands out! The bánh mì was absolutely delicious, & the service was excellent. I'll definitely be coming back!
Jun 4, 2025
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this cafe is so warm & kind! i had a delicious banh mi & it was very fresh & affordable. they offered me a free piece of watermelon which was so nice. they seem like amazing people & i highly recommend this cafe
Très bon banh mi , les produit sont frais. J'ai pris un boeuf , un poulet les deux sont bon.Ce n'est pas la première fois que nous les prenons là bas. Le personnel & gentil & serviable. Je vous recommande cette endroit
