Mean bean café

Kvillegatan 16A, 417 04 Göteborg, Sweden
$$$ Cafe
(69 Reviews)
Price Range kr 1–100

If you find yourself wandering the charming streets of Gothenburg, make a beeline for Mean Bean Café, a delightful gem nestled at Kvillegatan 16A. This cozy café is a true reflection of local hospitality and heart, offering a warm atmosphere that feels like stepping into a friend’s kitchen. Whether you’re looking for a cozy corner to unwind with a book or a vibrant spot to catch up with friends, this café has all the charm to make you feel right at home.

Mean Bean Café is not just about serving coffee; it's a celebration of flavor and community. The coffee, praised by many for its knack for perfection, is brewed to tantalize your taste buds without overwhelming them – rich yet delicate. Customer Jonah Mortensen pointed out how everything they serve is impressively tasteful, making it a delightful stop for caffeine enthusiasts. Aaron Green also raved about the latte as “very good,” which speaks volumes about the quality of their brews.

Food lovers, rejoice! The café offers a delightful array of breakfast options that cater to a varied palate, from heartwarming sandwiches to scrumptious baked goods. Robyn Nel shares that it feels “like home,” and with an array of traditional Swedish fika options alongside tantalizing treats like mini banoffee pies and flaky almond croissants, it’s hard to disagree. In fact, the café is run by a family of passionate bakers, ensuring that every item is crafted with love and a personal touch. This was beautifully illustrated in Cynthia Li's experience with their “amazingly good” coffee and satisfying breakfast fare.

What truly sets Mean Bean Café apart, however, is its commitment to community. A heartfelt review from Sarah Coker highlights the exceptional service when she and her roller derby teammates needed early breakfast. The staff not only accommodated their needs but did so with genuine smiles, ensuring a memorable start to their day. Such stories exemplify the café’s warm and welcoming spirit which is rare to find.

In addition to delightful food and drink, the café also prides itself on inclusivity, as noted by Sarah, who marveled at how the café caters to various dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options. This makes Mean Bean a perfect stop not just for traditionalists but for those with specific dietary needs.

In summary, a visit to Mean Bean Café is more than just a coffee or breakfast stop; it’s a chance to experience the heartfelt passion for food and community the owners imbue into every aspect of their establishment. So whether you’re local or just passing through Gothenburg, don’t miss out on this charming café that promises to nourish both body and soul.

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Outdoor seating
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 entrance
Offerings
Alcohol
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Bar on site
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Openings Hours

Monday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 03:00 PM

69 Reviews
Aaron Green

04 Oct 2025

The latte was very good. Nice, charming, relaxed café.

Cynthia LI

15 Sep 2025

Good breakfast options. The coffee is amazingly good.

Sarah Coker

30 Aug 2025

I and 11 of my roller derby teammates stayed at the hostel where you can buy breakfast tickets for this cafe. We had an early game and all of us showed up just before they opened. This superwoman got us all a delicious breakfast with a smile on her face. Cannot sing her praises enough. On top of the lovey service, the cafe is cute and the sandwiches very tasty. She even catered to gluten fri vegan without batting an eye. 10/10 would go again.

Robyn Nel

17 Aug 2025

This place feels like home. It's a female- and family-owned and run café, and you can tell. The owners are also the bakers, and they do delicious bakes that cover the traditional Swedish fika options but also a few different ones: sticky pecan pie; flaky, sweet almond croissants; fluffy vegan sponge cake; and (my favourite) mini banoffee pies. The coffee is specially created and brewed for the café, the toasted sandwiches are simple yet delicious, and they're always surprising customers with new bits on the menu. The décor is bright and minimal, the vibe is calm and cozy, and you couldn't meet nicer, more dedicated women.

Jonah Mortensen

25 Jul 2025

Am very impressed with just how nice everything I've had there has tasted. Wonderfully rich but not so much that it overpowers your tastebuds. Would definitely recommend.

Dilan Ustunyagiz

29 Jun 2025

Family and pet friendly, spacious corner coffee shop run by super friendly and helpful people

Suparna YS

28 Jun 2025

A small quaint coffee shop in Hjalmar. It has a very homely atmosphere filled with indoor plants. You can take a coffee break if you are running errands around the area. I have already visited this place a few times. Staffs are friendly. They have a small kids play area as well. Coffee is great, I tasted a few cakes, They were all good

dioya

22 Jun 2025

very cute, little café at the side of the road with amazing coffee and delicious snacks! I always felt very welcomed and comfortable here, it's a great spot to spend the afternoon at and just have something to drink and read for a while!

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