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The Bean Cafe

150B 1st St, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA
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Ranked #16 of 39 restaurants in Friday Harbor
Cuisines: Café
Most recent review
- 22 Apr 2013
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17 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

If you are looking for a coffee style house to stop in to enjoy a cup of great coffee or some organic steel cut oats in the morning this is the place to go. Conveniently located next to the ferry landing in Friday Harbor it serves the BEST coffee and has free internet connection.

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Vancouver, Washington
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

in Friday Harbor as they claim, then Friday Harbor should secede from the state of Washington, home of excellent coffee.

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Washington
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

I had Veggie Chilli and buttered toasted bread and it was amazing...And although the food was excellent I love the atmosphere in this place...I took a book, ordered food, grabbed a table and enjoyed reading and people watching for a while...They also make a mean Hot Chocolate topped with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle...Need I say more!

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Seattle, Washington
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

We came to the Bean to sit out the hour wait for the ferry. It came recommended by one of the local shop keepers, and it was just what we wanted! We were looking for a place we could play cards and settle in a bit. They had a large space with many tables, what looked to be a great... More

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Friday Harbor, Washington, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013

The Bean is the go-to meeting place for islanders. I'm writing right now before heading out to meet a friend for his birthday! (Shhhh.) Really a comfortable place, with a happy staff and great sandwiches. And cookies. Ohhhh, those cookies. They're my kryptonite... Don't miss The Bean if you're in Friday Harbor.

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Washington State
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2012

On an incredibly rainy day, we ducked into The Bean Café to dry off & have an early lunch. After a delicious panini lunch, we played Uno (with their cards), waiting out the rain. The friendly staff, the welcoming atmosphere, the warmth of the room, the yummy food, …. our visit to The Bean Cafe was a highlight of a... More

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Twin Cities
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2012

convenient lunch stop, huge panini sandwich could have fed two people. We end up taking half with us.

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Portland, Oregon
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2012

Extremely friendly staff. Great place to have coffee while waiting for ferry. They have a ferry cam so you can see when yours is coming in.

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London, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2012

Really nice, locally owned and run. A good cup of coffee and delicious baked goods! They also have a loyalty card, f your staying for more than a couple of days!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2012

Everything was fresh & tasty. Lots of selection and great coffee drinks. We went back three times just to try out more of the bakery items. The coconut cookies are really amazing!

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