Perfectly Roasted Beans
Crafted daily in small batches, right here in Whakatāne. Taste the difference in every sip.
Fresh, Local Café Menu
From our famous vegan rosti to handmade muffins — always made with care.
Coffee to Take Home
Love our blends? Buy your favourite beans — whole or ground — online or in-store.
Meet The Bean Café
Bringing fresh coffee and good vibes to Whakatāne since 2002.
At The Bean Coffee Roastery & Café, we believe great coffee brings people together. Since opening our doors in 2002, we’ve been hand-roasting premium coffee beans right here in-store—delivering rich, full-bodied flavor in every cup.
- Roasted Daily, Never Reused
- Brewed by Humans, Not Robots
- Every Cup Tells a Story
- Coffee with Chemistry
- Your Daily Ritual, Redefined
- More Bean, Less Waste
- Premium Service For All Customers
Premium Coffee Blends For Everyone
Coffee Bags Brewed
COME VISIT US!
Located in the heart of the Whakatane CBD
Across the road from the Information Centre and main Bus Depot. The Bean is a full service café popular with locals and visitors alike and is THE ONLY PLACE in the Eastern Bay where you can find fresh coffee roasted daily in store!
The Bean Roasting with Love
The Bean is one of the many small independent coffee roasters in New Zealand. All our coffee is roasted from the best varietals available, so you know it’s good. If you have had the great fortune of tasting our coffee you can now order beans and ground coffee online.
The Bean tasty delights from menu and cabinet food
Come and try our famous Bean Breakfast, Club sandwiches, Bagels, Paninis and sweets etc.
special coffee beans
Order Your Favourite Bag of Coffee Beans Online!
Why Choose The Bean Café?
Crafted with Passion. Trusted by Locals. Loved by All.
We’re not just another coffee shop — we’re part of Whakatāne’s daily rhythm. From our manual espresso craftsmanship to our hand-roasted beans, everything we do is rooted in quality and community.
Relax and Enjoy the Great Coffee
free wifi
Stay connected while you sip — perfect for work, study, or a casual scroll.
Daily Newspaper Available
Catch up on the latest headlines with your morning coffee — it’s tradition, upgraded.
Best Music Around the World
From smooth jazz to indie gems — enjoy a curated playlist that sets the perfect café vibe.
Opening Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- 7:00 - 3:00
- 7:00 - 3:00
- 7:00 - 3:00
- 7:00 - 3:00
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- 7:00 - 3:00
- 8:00 - 3:00
table reservation
Brewed with Love, Shared with Words
From the first pour to the last sip, our customers find something special at The Bean. Here’s what they’re saying — fresh from the heart, just like our coffee.
Clients Inquiries
Related Questions
Got questions about our coffee, café, or online orders? We’ve answered the most common ones below — so you can sip and scroll stress-free