View photos

About This Place

Welcome to Around the Family Bean, a delightful café nestled in the heart of Hartenbos, Mossel Bay. Located at 37-39 Kaap De Goede Hoop Ave, this eatery stands out as a charming alternative to franchise chains. When you step inside, you’re enveloped by a warm ambiance that invites you to unwind and savor every moment. With a dedicated phone line at +27 78 417 4098, they are easily accessible for inquiries or reservations.

Customers rave about the friendly staff and their remarkable attentiveness. Johan Human expresses that the staff are not only helpful but also ensure a pleasant dining experience, making it easy to appreciate the overall vibe of the café. The café prides itself on delivering reasonable prices without compromising quality. Many patrons, like Leandrie Koekemoer, echo this sentiment, praising both the exceptional service and the quality of food and drinks, making this destination a definite must-visit.

The menu features a range of delicious options, with highlights including the famed AFBn burger. Marked by generous portions and a selection of sauces offered without extra charge, this dish has earned a loyal following among local food enthusiasts. It’s not just about indulgent burgers; the breakfast offerings are equally impressive. Leandra Hougaard notes that for a hearty, straightforward breakfast, this café is the go-to spot—quick service and affordability are just the cherries on top!

Café Around the Family Bean has established itself as a beloved hotspot for locals, especially cyclists and parkrunners who gather here after their morning activities. The ambiance buzzes with energy, reflecting its popularity—Priscilla Fick’s experience highlights how busy the café can get, but with food served piping hot and large portions, it’s easy to see why the crowds flock here.

Around the Family Bean is more than just a café; it’s a community hub where delicious food, excellent service, and familial vibes come together. If you’re in the area, don’t miss the chance to experience what makes this spot truly special. Your taste buds are in for a treat!

Service options

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Parking

Locations

Guest Reviews (687)

Skip the franchise shops like Btleg and support them. The staff is friendly and helpful. The price of their meals are reasonable. The location is ideal and it has a nice vibe. We had filter coffee which was good quality and reasonably priced. The AFBn burger is delicious and the portion is generous. You can choose different sauces at no extra cost.

A favorite in our family. The service is excellent and the people are very friendly. The food and drinks are amazing! This is definitely a stop you don't want to miss.

A very cosy place for a nice breakfast.lunch or just a cup of coffee excellent. Recommend on Restaurant Guru 2o22

If you are looking for a hearty, no nonsense breakfast, this is the place! Quick service and very affordable prices. We enjoyed our brekkie!

Party of 5 for breakfast shortly after 9, place was already quite full, speaking to its popularity. All drinks arrived, except for a glass of water which had to be asked for three times. Food was served piping hot (huge plus for me!) and the portions are generous. This is a popular spot for cyclists and parkrunners to meet after events. Prices are extremely reasonable and the location is great with sufficient parking.

We share a special day a friend 60th birthday and enjoyed the hospitality and enjoyed a morning breakfast. Thanks to our waiter that arrange our table and surprise Renée with birthday and a sing-song.

Great place for a quick breakfast. Very quick and friendly service. The food was very good. Great atmosphere right next to the street.

Share Your Experience at Around the Family Bean

Your opinion matters! Help other visitors discover this spot. Your email will stay private. Fields with * are required.

Service & Hospitality
Value for Money
Food & Drinks
Ambience & Location

Similar Places

Hosteria 17

Stradone Porta Palio, 17A, 37122 Verona VR, Italy

Biggby Coffee

285 E Parkdale Ave, Manistee, MI 49660, United States

Restaurante Paraná

R. Nonobeck, 256 - Centro, Itaúba - MT, 78510-000, Brazil

Restaurante Universitário

R. Imigrante Meller, 1603 - sala térrea - Universitário, Criciúma - SC, 88805-360, Brazil

Restaurant Luegibruggli

Luegibruggli 1, 3800 Unterseen, Switzerland