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Top tips

  • Try the Korean BBQ tofu fingers or fried tofu fingers, which reviewers repeatedly praise for their crisp texture.
  • Good to know: Order carefully for takeout and check the bag before leaving; one reviewer discovered paid-for desserts were missing after a long drive.
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  • For weekend brunch, reviewers recommend the brunch bowl with carrot bacon, tofu scramble, and garlic kale.
  • Save room for dessert; reviewers single out the chocolate cake and house-made cakes and cheesecakes.
  • Allow extra time when driving in: a reviewer notes that the busy highway location makes entering and exiting the parking lot difficult.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Sandwichnamed in 5 reviews

People also mention brunch bowl, carrot bacon and cake.

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Also fried pickles, bbq tofu sandwich, benedict, chili and greens.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, fast service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for generous portions and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Bean is a casual, counter-order Southern comfort-food spot where the menu ranges from Korean BBQ tofu fingers and collard greens to cheesesteaks, burgers, and weekend brunch. Reviews highlight large portions, friendly service, house-made sauces and seitan, plus cakes and cheesecakes; the interior has comic-book décor and a small vegan market wall.

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3001 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–20:00
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:30–20:00
Friday
11:30–20:00
Saturday
11:00–20:00
Sunday
11:00–16:00

the food

4.7 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Good service
  • Good atmosphere
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Everything on the menu is vegan.

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