Bean In Cafe Canungra

Bean In Cafe Canungra is a cafe rather than a traditional bakery, and in a small town like this that suits plenty of people just fine. It's a relaxed spot just off the main street, with a strong local following for breakfast, coffee and a decent lunch.

Ask around Canungra and the first thing people mention is the staff. Friendly, welcoming, quick to make you feel at home, and a few of the team get a mention by first name from regulars. Elkie, Ocean and Tayla are the ones locals single out for making a coffee stop feel like more than a transaction. It's also the sort of place where dogs are welcome and often spoiled with a treat, which goes down well with the morning coffee crowd.

On the food side, breakfast and brunch are the main drawcards. The bacon and egg roll, eggs benedict and halloumi roll come up often, along with the burgers, and one local was quite taken with the Bee Sting Bagel. We've also heard good things about the smoothies and juices, plus cakes and slices, with gluten-free choices made from scratch. Vegetarian and vegan options are on the menu too. People tend to describe the value as good for what you get.

It works for both dine-in and takeaway. There's indoor and outdoor seating, high chairs for little ones, and a wheelchair-accessible car park, so it suits families and anyone who needs easy access. Some enjoy the window seat looking over the lawn to the surrounding ridges.

A weekend rush once left a takeaway order waiting much longer than expected, so it's worth allowing a little extra time when it's busy. The cafe opens early most mornings and closes in the early afternoon, but check the hours before you head in.

For a coffee and a proper breakfast in Canungra, Bean In Cafe is a familiar name that locals keep coming back to.