Upstairs in Cork

30/04/2026: Stopped by Bean & Leaf on Grand Parade to escape the Cork weather, and the place has such a nice, welcoming vibe! 🌧️☕️ I was on a very strict, single-minded mission just for a hot chocolate, and let me tell you, it was absolutely amazing—rich, perfectly made, and easily one of the best I've had in a long time. 🤤🍫 I can't officially review the food because I only had the drink, but I have to mention the seriously dangerous-looking selection of pastries and cakes in the display case. They were aggressively staring me down the whole time, and I barely survived the temptation! 👀🍰 Next time, the lemon curd slice won't be so lucky. To top it off, the staff were incredibly friendly and the service was top-notch. They were fast, polite, and didn't even judge me for drooling over the cake cabinet while only ordering a hot chocolate. 😂 Highly recommend this spot if you need a cozy break in the city centre! ✨👏

22/04/2026: I spilled pot of boiling water on my hand this eve in this cafe - staff were brilliant... brought me down to cold tap - a staff member came along with burn spray.. took care of me like a nurse.. sat me down - brought me more tea and came up to check my me at intervals while I stayed there with my friends - reapplying the spray for about 90 mins until we were sure it was ok - no pain or blistering thankfully... my sincerest thanks to "Nurse" Anna and team.. honestly thank you - went over and beyond the call of duty... blessings to you all.. x