Looney Bean of Bend

We love this coffee shop in downtown Bend and the staff is always friendly and engaging. Try their Killer Bee latte - it’s so good! Seating is available indoors and during the spring/summer we love to enjoy the outdoor seating overlooking the river while enjoying good conversation, coffee, and a bite to eat with our clients.

"Ladies and gentlemen, behold the most charming of coffee sanctuaries in Bend, a locale adorned with both outdoor and indoor sanctums for caffeine enthusiasts. This rustic haven offers an understated decor, graced with simple, sturdy wooden tables and chairs. What's truly captivating is the presence of mammoth import coffee bags, some weighing as much as 55 kg (121 lbs), artfully adorning the walls—an homage to the essence of coffee itself.

In this delightful establishment, we were graced by Kiara, a paragon of service excellence. Her impeccable service surpassed even the grandeur of those colossal coffee bags. As I embarked on my journey of flavors, I was treated to the Lumberjack Maple Latte, a symphony of deliciousness, while my companion indulged in the Pumpkin Pie Latte, both showcasing the artistry of this fine establishment. #CronkiteOnCoffee #BendEateries #LatteArtistry #CoffeeChronicles"

Yum! Real pumpkin latte, not incredibly sweet, it was perfection. Great selection of pastries. Huge outdoor backyard area.

Every time I come here they’re out of something. The coffee is good, the setting next to the river is awesome. But for the love of Pete why can’t they manage their inventory?
Today, I came looking for coffee and something to eat. They were out of every single bagel, every Sparrow baked item and most of the other baked goods…. Again. So, I just wanted to order a chai latte. “We’re out of chai”. Never mind, I’ll go somewhere else. Next time, I’ll just start my order with, “what DO you have? ” and take it from there.

The espresso was good and the cafe is quaint, but some improvements could be made. The ordering procedure was awkward, you must do it from outside the building, even if you are already inside and speaking with the people who will be making the coffee. They didn’t know how to make an espresso macchiato, so they need to brush-up on that. Also, it would be great if they wouldn’t automatically place the drink in a to-go cup and offer the option to use a non-disposable vessel.

Great coffee/tea/beverage selection. Didn't try the pastries, but they looked amazing. We tried a breakfast sandwich which was ok. The atmosphere can't be beat though!

Such a great place to stop by and get coffee. The atmosphere is nice and the staff is great! I love the infused espresso whip they make in house!

Small shop but had a lot to offer, plenty of seating including a back yard area with views of the river.

They left my coffee sitting on the counter without calling it out. Bad attitudes and not very good coffee. Nice tables by the river though. There are much better places to grab coffee from in the area.

Excellent lattes! Would highly recommend. The cashier did a great job providing info to the barista to get my order perfect! Very friendly staff, excellent lattes!

Good coffee, espresso was light and sweet, chai flavor was subtle and balanced with the milk and espresso ratio.

Backyard patio was HUGE and pretty refreshing after a long weekend.

Cute drink names, they're having fun here, coffee is an art but doesn't mean we can't have fun

Ordered an add-shot chai with oat milk.

I never knew a simple Americano could be so delicious. Definitely one of the best I’ve ever had. We also got a Mexican mocha which is also the best version of that we’ve had. So there’s something to be said about the coffee here haha. Thank you!

I tried a lavender honey latte based on another review I read and it was amazing! Too bad this place isn't located in Michigan where I'm from.: (

We got smoothies and they were great! The baristas were very nice and friendly and were obviously working hard but with only two behind the counter they were massively understaffed. We had to wait quite a while before we got our drinks. Beautiful Cafe with a great back yard area to enjoy the sun and a nice drink!

The cutest little coffee shop in Bend! Great outdoor and indoor seating options. Lots of food choices, pastries and sandwiches, gluten free and vegan options available. Multiple roasts of coffee available. I had an iced matcha latte with oat milk and it was to die for! Would highly recommend stopping here. You can tell they put a lot of thought into things so service does take a bit of time but it is well worth the wait.

Sitting riverside with a Dirty Hippie and a croissant is the perfect way to start any day in Bend.

Iced Latte with Coconut & Hazelnut.with oat milk.perfection in a cup. We are not locals, out of state.so tasty.

All I had was a vegan cookie but they had a couple more tasty looking vegan snacks and bagels. My wife and mother in law are in love with the coffee, MIL had too many coffees. Thankfully the bathroom is pretty nice and clean! The backyard area is cute, dog friendly, and has a nice view of the river.

Wow! This place was so nice and cozy the entire backyard area gave a wonderful view of the water. Very peaceful and most excellent coffees!

Great little coffee place in Bend with indoor, outdoor and riverside seating. Yummy pastries