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CUISINES
Cafe, Australian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
features
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CUISINES
Cafe, Australian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible
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4.0
215 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
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Average
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Poor
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Terrible
4
Susan C
Melbourne1538 contributions
Dec 2019 • none
The Bean Tree Cafe at the Olive Pink Botanical Gardens was a lovely place to have breakfast with friends on a Saturday morning. I had the bacon and eggs on sourdough with spinach in the outside shaded area. I was able to explore a tiny section of the gardens and will go back for more exploration. The surroundings are beautiful and we had a rock wallaby guest try to join us.
Written 30 January 2020
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ImeldaAA
Waikerie339 contributions
July 2021 • friends
WOW setting complete with friendly rock wallabies who will visit and entertain you while you enjoy the great fresh cuisine that is made with a great deal of experience and love, from their kitchen to your plate!
The restaurant offers a BYO drinks option too, so you can bring your favourite wine and beer in moderation to share! The menu is not overpowering and has the right amount of variety for you to go back several times and enjoy an equally new, different dish on each occasion. The menu can be presented to your table for sharing too, if that’s your preference in experiencing this great venue’s dinner menu more widely in a single visit!
Earlier in the day, the cafe is a great visit for brunch and coffee, but don’t be in a hurry as it’s great to stop and experience the botanical garden surroundings here!
Please, please book ahead for dinner! And also if you are with a large group, just double check they have all your orders, as we’ve been twice with a group of 8-10 people and someone’s meal has ended up forgotten both times! Two on the first visit and four on the second visit! However, the yum is ten star.
If you live locally and want to spoil yourself; it’s definitely a great venue! And if you’re visiting and want to eat well in a unique Centralian environment, you too will love the Bean Tree!
Written 21 August 2021
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keith h
2 contributions
May 2021 • none
We decided to have breakfast at this cafe rather than the bland hotel restaurant and it was such a terrific decision! We both had smashed avo with extra bacon (and my friend also had a perfectly poached egg). The avo was outstanding, served with pepitas, feta and baby tomatoes and drizzled with olive oil. There was a generous serving of bacon, which wasn't full of fat and was cooked perfectly. Service was excellent too and the coffee was one of the best we'd had in Central Australia. There was both indoor and outdoor seating and the garden setting was very pleasant. This was a gem of a find and highly recommended.
Written 15 May 2021
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janine w
276 contributions
Apr 2021 • none
Had been told to come here & it was worth it. We both had Satay chicken & an iced coffee & chocolate. Satay chicken was delicious. They had tables in the shade ( a must in Alice) We took home some baked cheesecake for after dinner & it was delicious.
Written 5 June 2021
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Patrik O
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • couples
We both had the vegan breakfast but our avocado was all brown in the middle. Upon back and forth negotiations with the chef we were told all the avos were like that or green. We asked for coffees as an alternative as the meal was already $26 with gf bread but we’re told coffee was more expensive than avos. He asked if we wanted more beans (that came out in a tiny compote) We asked if we could have two serves of the beans with toast instead but told no, only one. The bread came out and wasn’t gf so hubby couldn’t have it anyway! Just spent $53 on two meals and both still hungry 😞 Lovely spot but disappointed with the whole café experience.
Written 19 April 2023
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Nfski
Darwin10 contributions
July 2020 • none
The cafe is well located in the Olive Pink Botanic Gardens and aswell as great breakfast or lunch destination you must take a walk around the small but interesting gardens. It made me pause and be mindful of the small details and differences in desert plants. A nice walk up the hill behind the cafe is also worthwhile for the view.
Written 30 July 2020
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Richard C
31 contributions
Sept 2022 • none
We had a beautiful brekkie in the Botanic Gardens. The food was great with fresh juice. After a very enjoyable meal in the garden area we strolled up the hill to meet the locals and almost got bowled over by one bounding through very close by. All in all, a great experience.
Written 17 September 2022
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Chris & Cheryl K
Perth164 contributions
Oct 2021 • none
A wonderful location for dinner outdoors with lovely scenery and even rock wallabies on the rocks.
Lovely Thai food, we especially enjoyed the Thai green curry.
You can eat indoors if the weather isn’t great.
Bookings recommended as it was popular on a Saturday night.
We enjoyed the short walk from our hotel and a look around the gardens before dinner.
Written 2 October 2021
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Andrew P
Melbourne357 contributions
Oct 2024 • solo
I always visit Olive Pink when I'm in Alice Springs, but this was the first time I had breakfast there. It's a ten minute walk from the Desert Palms where I was staying, which has no on-site restaurant. (It's very nice rooms have full kitchens - it's self-catering.) Breakfasting among the birds (don't feed them!) at Bean Tree is delightful. Already in the high 20's at 8 am, gentle mist sprays keep you cool (but watch where you sit as you may get a little damp.) The breakfasts are very generous and the coffees excellent. There is an indoor section, but why sit inside on a Central Australian morning? Wander through the garden before heading off - the bower birds are always about, and babblers joined in the two mornings I went.
Written 9 December 2024
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Christine W
28 contributions
Apr 2022 • none
Great little venue with rustic views of the Botanical gardens and the surrounding bush land.
We dined outside on a quirky collection of furniture. The service was good and the meals all very tasty. Had a visit from a residential goanna as we dined .
Good shaded eating areas and the meal costs were average for a lunchtime venue.
Written 30 April 2022
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majelaja2
Lauderdale149 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
What a hidden gem! The setting was lovely, although if you go for an early breakfast, wear something warm because it's all outdoors and quite shady.
The Eggs Benny and bacon was delicious, as was the Big Breakfast. Very filling.
The OJ was freshly squeezed, and the coffee hot. The service was good, and we didn't have to wait long for it to arrive.
Thoroughly recommend, particularly if you're staying at Desert Palms, Double Tree or Lasseters. It's only a short walk along the Todd River.
Written 27 August 2023
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Reslimpan
Rayong3733 contributions
Apr 2024 • solo
Awesome breakfast in a very nice environment. My Bacon Eggs Benny (I love the abbreviation) was cooked to perfection. The hollandaise had the right consistency and tase. The poached perfect as well, not to runny and not too hard. The bacon, what can I say other than perfect!
Written 17 April 2024
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wombatdavid
Hobart2806 contributions
Aug 2024 • couples
We walked up the hill in the botanical gardens and then saw the café. We decided to have lunch in the garden area which was lovely. The snapper burger was delicious if a bit expensive…. $29.
Written 2 August 2024
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Paula F
2 contributions
June 2024 • solo
Beautiful peaceful place among chirping birds, friendly staff and awesome vegan options ( especially the carrot cake 😉)
Written 22 June 2024
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GyiG
12 contributions
July 2023 • couples
Beautiful surroundings, great staff, great food. Totally recommended; if you are in Alice Springs don't miss this place (or the botanic Gardens, for that matter).
Written 21 July 2023
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