Bean Central in Queanbeyan, New South Wales | Cafe

Bean Central

Locality: Queanbeyan, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6297 1040

Address: 111 Monaro Street 2620 Queanbeyan, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.beancentralcafe.com.au

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25.01.2022 Our newest sweet treat, orange infused crepes! This delicious mix of sweet and savoury is now available on our all day breakfast menu! Garnished with our spiced berry compote, delectable orange butter sauce and pistachio crumb. They are sure to hit that ‘sweet’ spot #ivebeentobean #crepes #breakfast #queanbeyanfood #supportlocal #localcafe #qbn #yummy

25.01.2022 Anyone else just love a good old steak sandwich Get the basics or load it up with alllll the extras - you get to choose! What are your steak sandwich essentials? ... Available 7 days a week from 11:30am.

23.01.2022 Good morning, Queanbeyan! Sadly, due to staffing issues we are unable to be at the Christmas markets today, but all of your favourite products are available in store! Pop on down, grab a coffee and shop our mini market for a unique Christmas gift idea.

22.01.2022 Meet some of the faces of Bean Central. Late last year, Belinda Strahorn of City News, sat down with some of our staff members and talked about the challenges they have experienced in trying to find meaningful employment within our community. We value our staff and are incredibly proud of what they have delivered in the first six months of us trading. They continue to learn and want to provide the best experience possible for people who walk through our doors.... Click the link below to read Belinda’s article.

22.01.2022 Taco Tuesday... yes please! Our beef tacos topped with our house made pale ale cheese sauce is definitely one of our favourites. I mean, gooey cheese sauce, what more could you ask for? Open everyday 8am - 4pm.

22.01.2022 T H A N K. Y O U. The final count has been done and we are so excited to announce that in the month of October our community was able to raise $11,015! We initially set a goal to raise $5000 and are absolutely blown away that we were able to double {and then some} the amount. ... A huge thank you to all the small businesses that helped us by donating prizes for our silent auction, raffle and gift bags, our BC team that worked so hard behind the scenes to deliver delicious food and the great service, our community for getting behind this beautiful charity and of course @riseabovecbr for letting us host this amazing event. Community cafe: the foundation of our mission statement and every bit true when we get to support charities like this. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

21.01.2022 Just 2 days until Christmas! We still have a few of our products available in store for those last minute gifts. Not to sure what they would like? Why not buy them a gift voucher. Our vouchers can be used on both dining and any of our retail products.

21.01.2022 Cheers! We hope everyone enjoyed their weekend, finished off their Christmas shopping and got a chance to spend time with loved ones. We will be open this week Monday - Thursday; 8am til 4pm. ... Looking for that perfect gift? We still have some of our delicious house made sauces and condiments available in store!

20.01.2022 TRADING HOURS Monday - Sunday 8am - 4pm Planning a party, function or family dinner? Open evenings for bookings of 20+

19.01.2022 Everybody knows that Santa loves freshly baked cookies, but who has the time or energy to do it all? Don’t stress, we have you sorted! Our Christmas Eve boxes are the perfect way to spend the evening together as a family! Each box includes: ... pre-made cookie dough - perfect for those #santaapproved freshly baked cookies Christmas cookie cutter Magic reindeer food - because sometimes a carrot just won’t cut it a cheese platter for two - Christmas may be for the kids but we think that the parents need to #treatthemselves as well So what are you waiting for?! If you haven’t ordered your Christmas Eve box than send us a message or call the shop during business hours to place your order Christmas Eve boxes are $60. Orders close December 18 with pick up December 24 COB

19.01.2022 Did you hear the good news? Our OG French toast is back on the menu! Soft brioche bread, bacon, banana, maple syrup ...the ULTIMATE breakfast Available all day, every day!

18.01.2022 Our Christmas mini markets are fully stocked and ready to help you find that perfect gift Freshly made produce including our gorgeous (and delicious) rocky road Christmas trees and our almond and veggie loaf are available for purchase. ... why not add in one of our house made sauces and condiments and make it an extra special gift. ... Our mini markets will be open everyday up until Christmas Eve. Plus, we will have a stall at the @thequeanbeyanmarket this Sunday - come down, shop small and support local.

18.01.2022 The Social Chef and the case of the missing lemons A gorgeous book written by Bean Centrals head chef/owner, Matt Morrissey. With beautiful illustrations, a sweet storyline and delicious recipes at the back, this book would make the perfect present for any child this Christmas ... Best part; you can get it signed and personalised by Matt! Books are available at our mini Christmas markets in our cafe. RRP: $20

18.01.2022 Don’t have time to sit & eat? Why not GRAB & GO?! #breakfastonthego #ivebeentobean(just to get a takeaway yoghurt but it still counts!!)

18.01.2022 Shop small this Christmas Pop into our cafe from today up until Christmas and you will find our mini Christmas market set up ready for you to shop. Filled with hampers, @sevenmilescoffeeroasters coffee pods and beans, gift vouchers, our gorgeous children’s book and all our house made sauces, condiments and food products - we are certain you will find the perfect gift. ... Don’t forget we also offer in-house Christmas functions or office catering! Perfect to help celebrate the end of 2020. Check back tomorrow for more info, pictures and pricing on some of our most popular presents

17.01.2022 Follow, like and share our new page! We are bringing BC to the ballpark

17.01.2022 What do you want for dinner? I dunno, what do you want for dinner? Sound familiar? If you don’t want to play the dinner game tonight or tomorrow then let us help you out! ... We have pub classics like burgers and schnitzels to something more fancy like pork cutlets or prawn and mango salad we have something for everyone! Still don’t know what you want? Why not get a few share plates and enjoy a little bit of everything. Dinner solved! You’re welcome

16.01.2022 Fresh Local Healthy Natural Raw Handcrafted @kravejuice has hit the shelves! 3 flavours, 3 experiences. Try them today

15.01.2022 French toast or fruit toast.... which one would you choose? If you’re in need of a weekend breakfast date then pop in and see us. Open everyday 8am - 4pm

15.01.2022 The weather is looking pretty amazing this week! If you’re after a fresh, light lunch then you have to try one of our new salads. Our prawn and mango salad {pictured} is the perfect summer salad. You don’t make friends with salad.... this one is definitely the exception to the rule #noboringsaladshere ... Available for dine in or takeaway.

14.01.2022 Anyone in need of a coffee fix this morning? The weather is wet and windy but it’s nothing a hot coffee, friendly smile and yummy treat won’t fix. Make those special memories and bring the kids down after school for a #thursdaytreat ... Open today from 7:30am - 5:30pm

13.01.2022 ** SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN ** Our popular school holiday activities are back again to mark the end of the first term! This time we are having fun with food and basic ingredients. WEEK 1: (April 6 - 9) ... Fireworks in a jar - using simple ingredients, kids will explore the science of liquid density to create a colourful show of liquid fireworks in a jar! WEEK 2: (April 12 - 16) Fun with fruit come along and discover many new ways of having fun with fruit as we make kiwi fruit monsters, fruit spaceships and apple donuts! Cost: $5 per person Given the popularity of school holiday activities, we recommend that you book in advance to ensure we have enough materials for all children to participate. To reserve your spot, call us 6297 1040, or send us a private message. When making your booking, please advise us of any dietary requirements that we need to be aware of.

11.01.2022 Happy Monday Fresh week, fresh coffee, fresh start! You know, I feel like it’s a good day to have a good day! Have you tried our new coffee beans yet? ... Our @sevenmilescoffeeroasters Bear and the Beard coffee is delicious! Plus, $1 from every bag sold goes directly to help Bear Cottage provide care for children with life-limiting conditions and their families. Now that’s what I call coffee for a cause! Open today until 4pm

11.01.2022 "The best thing one can do when it's raining is to let it rain." Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Thanks Longfellow but we think the best thing one can do is head to Bean Central and have a delicious coffee or hot chocolate Don’t miss the opportunity to bask in the comfort of a rainy day in Queanbeyan! See you soon

11.01.2022 Q: What was Beethoven’s favourite fruit? A: Ba-na-na-naaaa If you found that joke a-peeling and your sides are splitting, then we think you are going to love our newest BC shake!... Introducing...THE SPLIT Banana milkshake, chocolate syrup, fresh banana, waffles, ice cream, bodacious butterscotch, whipped cream and sprinkles. It’s the perfect drinkable sundae to be enjoyed on any day! Be sure to get in and try this one as we know you won’t be disappointed.

10.01.2022 ** EASTER TRADING HOURS ** Bean Central trading hours for the Easter period will be as follows Good Friday - CLOSED... Easter Saturday 8am - 3pm Easter Sunday 8am - 3pm Easter Monday - CLOSED Book your table now to avoid disappointment. And don’t forget that the Easter Bunny will be hopping in store on Easter Saturday and our colouring competition winner will be announced on Easter Sunday. Make sure you have your entry in to be in the running to win a special BC prize pack!

10.01.2022 Did you know that we sell two of our favourite loaves for you to take home and enjoy?! Our banana bread and Almond and veggie loaf {both which are completely dairy free and gluten free} are baked fresh to order. Perfect to slice and freeze for your weekly meals or take it into the office to share and become everyone’s favourite co-worker... we won’t tell them you didn’t bake it if you don’t ... To order shoot us a message or call the cafe during business hours.

10.01.2022 Well shake it up baby now.... Entries have started coming in for our create a shakecompetition and I can tell you, there are some great designs on display already! From wagon wheels to ninja turtles, there’s going to be some fun had creating the winning design.... Entries are open to little kids and big kids alike, so everyone in the family can have a go at taking out a prize. Competition closes on Sunday 24 January and winners will be announced on Monday 25 January with the winning shake/s on sale the following week. Get creative, Queanbeyan and good luck!

09.01.2022 It’s the most wonderful time of the year.... We love Christmas at Bean Central but understand how difficult it can be for some families. This is why we have partnered with Vinnies at Queanbeyan to bring you our giving tree Our gorgeous tree is filled with gift tags, each containing a gender and age group. We ask that our community pop an appropriate gift into a gift bag and place it under our tree. ... Let’s give the gift of love this Christmas by spreading some Christmas cheer! Gifts will be picked up mid December. No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.

09.01.2022 Share plate for a work morning tea, grazing board for your Christmas get together or just because.... No matter your situation Bean Central has you covered! Our pamper hampers are perfect for any occasion. Starting from $50 we can customise a hamper to suit your needs. Savoury, sweet or a mix of both. Need something a little bit more? We can add sandwiches, sausage rolls and quiches... the options are endless. ... Most hampers can be ready within 24hrs. To order one shoot us a message or the cafe on 6297 1040

07.01.2022 ** CLASSICAL MUSIC AND CLASSIC FOOD ** If you’re planning on attending Music by the River this Saturday evening, why not do it in style with one of our delicious pamper hampers. With prices starting from $60, you can choose to enjoy a savoury hamper, sweet hamper or a mixture of both.... So while you sit back and enjoy classics from Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach and the Beatles, you can also enjoy edible classics such as our choc-dipped strawberries, toffee coated brie with macadamias, seasonal fruit and so much more! Order your hamper today to hit all the right notes and be top of the pops with your friends and family!

06.01.2022 Want to give the hottest present around this Christmas? Introducing the newest edition to our produce line; Little kicker chilli sauce Not for the faint hearted, little kicker definitely stands by its name, giving you the perfect hot chilli punch ... Our sauces make the perfect stocking filler or secret Santa gift RRP $12 Pop into the cafe today to pick one up! We can also make custom hampers to suit your needs/budget. Support local. Shop small.

06.01.2022 It takes a big heart to help shape little minds If you want to show your child’s teacher how much you appreciate them then why not check out our gorgeous mini pamper packs. Each pamper pack contains locally made bath salts, a mini bottle of our house made soda syrup and a can of King Valley Rosè. ... The perfect pack for them to unwind and relax after a challenging 2020. Packs are available in store and retail for $25.

06.01.2022 ** COMPETITION TIME ** Alright, little kids and big kids alike, it’s time to get creative and come up with the next limited edition BC shake To enter, simply draw, label and colour your creation then post it to social media and get your friends to like and share it. Tag us in your post and use the hashtag #ivebeentobean... Last time we ran a similar competition, the entries were incredible and the shakes tasted amazing! So, do you have what it takes to create some shakes? Competition begins on Tuesday 12 January and will close on Sunday 24 January. The winning recipient will receive a special prize and have their milkshake added to our menu for a limited time. Good luck!

05.01.2022 Have you tasted our house made soda syrups? Perfect with soda water for a thirst quencher on a hot day or for something a little bit more fancy add it to your champagne or vodka for a tasty 18+ drink Looking for a Christmas gift? Ditch the boring box of chocolates and check out our retail section.... Products and hampers to suit any budget! Soda syrups available in Orange & Mango and raspberry & lime: RRP $15

05.01.2022 Bean Central is ready for Christmas 2020 Looking for a Christmas gift? We have hampers, vouchers, rocky road Christmas trees, Christmas Eve boxes and a huge selection of house made products. Gifts perfect for secret Santa’s, corporate gifts, stocking fillers, family or just for yourself

04.01.2022 C H R I S T M A S. E V E. B O X. How does Ruldoph know Christmas is coming? He looks at his calen-DEER Have you looked at yours recently? Christmas is just 44 days away! ... To help celebrate Christmas 2020 why not order one of our Christmas Eve boxes Each Christmas Eve box contains: pre-made sugar cookie dough and a Christmas cookie cutter ready for you and your little ones to roll, cut and bake fresh cookies for Santa reindeer food for you to sprinkle on the grass for Santa’s reindeer a cheese platter for two - perfect for an adults only treat once the little ones go down {increase the cheese platter to 4 ppl for an extra $20} Christmas Eve boxes are $60 each and can be ordered by sending us a message or calling us on 6297 1040

04.01.2022 ** EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ** Are you a cook, third year cookery apprentice, or qualified chef looking for some casual work....possibly with a view to permanency? If so, then we want to talk to you! We are on the lookout for a strong performer in the kitchen who can work well with a range of staff, including some with disabilities, and also assist with the running of the kitchen operations with our Head Chef.... Shifts will be mainly daytime hours between 8am and 3pm, but there will be an opportunity for evening work when we open in the evenings starting next month. In order to be considered for this role, you must have experience in a busy cafe style environment, or other similar venue. Salary will be dependent on the skills of the successful applicant, but we do pay higher than award wage rates. For more information, or to apply for this position, please send an email to [Email address hidden] Come and discover yourself in one of Queanbeyan's favourite dining destinations.

03.01.2022 Christmas trading hours

03.01.2022 Have you seen our giving tree? We have partnered up with St Vincent De Paul’s at Queanbeyan to help spread cheer to those needing a little bit of extra help this Christmas. How does it work? It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3... 1) Pop into the cafe and pick one of the little Christmas cards off of the tree... 2)buy a present suitable for the age group on the card 3) pop the present {unwrapped} in a gift bag and place it back under the tree All presents will be picked up mid December so pop in soon to grab a card

03.01.2022 BLACK FRIDAY FLASH SALE Get a $20 gift voucher for just $15! Don’t know what to get that person who has everything? Why not treat them to a meal. ... For today only we are offering $20 gift vouchers for just $15! The perfect Christmas present or maybe you just want to get one for yourself {guaranteed your future self will thank you for it later } Offer ends today at 4pm - available in store or you can pay over the phone and pick up on the weekend!

02.01.2022 Need that caffeine hit to help get you through the week? Using @sevenmilescoffeeroasters Bear and the Beard beans, you can guarantee your coffee will be delicious and the perfect pick me up to help get you through your Monday Open this week, Monday - Thursday, 8am til 4pm.

02.01.2022 Happy Friday! Who wants to cook on a day like today? Not me! We are open for dinner tonight 5:30pm - 9pm. ... Bring the family down and grab a couple of mixed grills ...or try and finish one yourself? Do you think you could? Don’t forget, Friday nights kids under 12 eat for free* To book a table call us on 62971040 or send us a message.

01.01.2022 Join Chef Matt as he makes the magic reindeer food for our Christmas Eve boxes Have you ordered your box yet? All boxes include: cookie dough and a Christmas cookie cutter (Santa loves freshly baked cookies ) magic reindeer food ... cheese platter for 2 - because mum and dad deserve a treat as well Boxes cost $60 and will be ready to be picked up on December 24. To order yours send us a message or call us on 62971040.

01.01.2022 Our rocky road Christmas trees are the centrepieces you never knew you wanted... but you do! Completely edible and a gorgeous showstopper, our rocky road Christmas trees will look perfect in the centre of your Christmas table this year. All you need to do is choose your base: dark or white chocolate, and leave the rest up to us! ... Available in 2 sizes; small $20 and large $30, it’s the Christmas gift that will keep on giving. Rocky road trees available for purchase in store from December 1 or preorder yours and pick up December 24. To order shoot us a message or call the cafe on 6297 1040

01.01.2022 Rocky road Christmas trees are in full swing at Bean Central Have you seen our mini Christmas market yet? Our whole range is on display and available for purchase in store. Pop in for breakfast or just grab a coffee to go and have a wonder around. Open everyday 8am - 4pm ... Shop small. Support local.