Our name is more than a play on words; it is an expression of our ethic. Our purpose is to create a welcoming, gathering space that inspires conscious consumption and community activism. We do that by offering thoughtfully sourced food, fair trade coffee, and other high quality items at an affordable price in a casual atmosphere. We go to great lengths in an effort to minimize our environmental impact. We host a wide variety of events meant to inspire and connect our neighborhood, our city, and the wider world. We strive to be simple, practical, and open to everyone.
A favorite of the neighborhood locals, we’re delighted to be Savannah’s eco-friendly counter service coffee shop featuring vegetarian and vegan chow since 2001!
Airy space with high ceilings starring fair-trade coffee & vegetarian chow, plus art & live music.
Thalia Smith
This place was delicious! The entire menu is vegetarian, and the restaurant also included many vegan options. While I don’t have celiac disease I was also pleasantly surprised to find a variety of gluten free options as well (there were also warnings for nut allergies on the menu). Not only is the menu very accommodating, it is also very tasty as well. I tried the vegan breakfast tacos and they were delicious, high in plant based protein, and super healthy as well. Lastly, the customer service was amazing with everyone being super friendly. Overall I would highly recommend this place.
… moreMs. AFJ
So grateful you are open on Christmas Day! The staff were kind and welcoming. Phenomenal selection vegetarian options. Dirty chai latte was stronger than I expected but my future self thanks you! Breakfast burrito was light, fresh and paired nicely with the cup of salsa. Easy going atmosphere.
… moreJustin Nguyen (JNguyen20)
We loved the Sentient Bean and it’s such a cool and cute coffee shop right by the park. The food came pretty timely on a Sunday morning and the lines were pretty nonexistent. Would recommend for anyone looking for coffee and grub by the park. Vegan options too!
… moreLouis Smalls
I don’t know what’s going on at the bean, but I’m tired of the disrespect. I’ve let a lot slide up until this point, but now I have to say something. I’ve been going here for over a decade and the service has never been so poor. I don’t even hang out there anymore, but even my experience of placing Togo and pickup orders has been extremely subpar. For one, why are the baristas acting like catty high schoolers. The person in front of me there all smiles and friendly. Then I get to the front and they’re frowning and acting upset. I don’t bother these people. Why do I get the attitude? It feels like some sort of racial tension or something. That’s my only explanation. They’ve gone as far as ignoring me and taking the order of the person I’m with, but the latest issues seem to be the final straw for me. I’ve been vegan for a decade and this is a place that purports to accommodate that, but the baristas have repeatedly given me non vegan items my past few visits. First it was the vegan breakfast burrito, and I should have just stopped going there then, but I know people make mistakes so I gave them grace, but today was a bridge too far. I ordered a cold brew with oat milk, and the barista made it with whole milk, luckily she labeled it, so I just asked if she could fix it. Instead of getting a new cup she just tossed the old coffee out and made the new one in the same cup. I don’t even think she rinsed it out. Disgusting. Terribly disrespectful as well. I can no longer spend my hard earned money here, and would suggest that any other black people in the area do the same.
… moreNick Wolk
I’m sure this place is great on some days, but I went on a very busy Saturday morning. The problem wasn’t that it was so busy but it seemed like the workers were having a hard time staying afloat while it was so busy. I’ve worked the industry so I get it. I ordered a black coffee, which is pretty much impossible to mess up, and a bagel. The bagel was terrible. Not only was the bagel gross and mushy but I got it cold. I was perplexed as to why they would hand me a cold bagel with a small cup of regular cream cheese. So I got back in the enormous line and asked them to cook it. They then politely pointed me towards a toaster. The toaster sucked. It didn’t work so after 10 minutes of trying to toast my bagel I gave up and just ate my warm bagel. Not the best experience. Probably wouldn’t get anything here except coffee. You’d be better off in a hotel lobby to be quite honest. Nice atmosphere tho so that’s a plus. The prices are very low as well.
… moreV
My iced latte was really bitter. My partner said his hot latte tasted over-roasted, like the coffee was burned. Food was good, loved the huge selection of vegetarian and vegan options. Restaurant is accessible, one gender nuetral restroom. Loved that they had a pride flag and queer looking staff, but based on the coffee, we will not be returning.
… moreDesire Morales
Atmosphere is nice & right next to the park. I did not like my matcha @ all, it tasted very bland & watery. I liked the bread though
… moreZanetta Rose Jones
I was looking for a great vegan food place while in Savannah and The Sentient Bean did not disappoint. Stopped in and grabbed their vegan breakfast burrito and an iced matcha tea.
The burrito was one of the best vegan meals I’ve had and the matcha was great quality and very good — not overly sweet or watered down.
The overall vibe and atmosphere was extremely chill and very welcoming: typical of an offbeat, laid back coffee shop. There were ample seating options both in and outside. We stayed for about 30 mins.
Can’t wait to come back for breakfast when we visit Savannah again.
… moreMandar Kadam
Despite inches of snow blanketing the streets, this café stood out as a beacon of warmth and hospitality, staying open when others were closed. The lively ambiance, complete with vibrant art and charming décor, creates a welcoming vibe. It’s a fantastic spot to enjoy a well-crafted coffee while getting some work done.
… moreOnyx Patches
As a vegan traveler, finding quality plant-based options in Savannah can be a challenge, and unfortunately, The Sentient Bean falls short of expectations. While it’s nice to have another restaurant with vegan options in the area, the overall experience leaves much to be desired.
The oatmeal I tried was disappointing. For the price, I expected something more flavorful and satisfying. Honestly, I feel like I could whip up something better using the hotel kitchen.
If you’re in a pinch, it might be worth a visit, but don’t set your hopes too high.
There are bike racks at this location.
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