Mr. Gene's Beans has been serving locals and visitors to Fairhope, Alabama since 1993! 30+ years of epic ice cream treats, popcorn, and coffee!
Mr. Gene’s Beans
When I first started researching the best things to do in Fairhope, Alabama, I kept seeing a Fairhope Float from Mr. Gene's Beans mentioned.
I knew one of the first things we needed to try was a Fairhope Float. I must say that all the research was right...a Fairhope Float is must try, especially if you love coffee drinks.
Mr. Gene's Beans is a local favorite with Ice Cream, gourmet popcorn, and a great coffee and tea menu.
Perfect for an iced coffee or a cold ice cream treat on a hot day or a hot mocha on one of our cooler days.
The gourmet popcorn makes a fantastic local Gulf Coast of Alabama gift for the holidays!
The perfect cute cafe to grab a snack, sweets, a cup of coffee, in the heart of Fairhope, Al. This popcorn shop has it all.
Indoor Seating
There is a cute seating area with table and chairs along with a few counter height stools.
Outdoor Seating
There are multiple outdoor tables with fun umbrellas perfect for enjoying a sweet treat on a nice day.
Mr. Gene’s Beans Menu
The menu includes frozen and iced drinks, fruit fizz, lemonade, hot chocolate, espresso, latte, mocha, cappuccino, and more.
Menu Highlights - Fairhope Float, shakes, malts, gourmet flavored popcorn, frozen yogurt, and more.
Topping options - Butterfinger candy, Caramel, chocolate chips, chocolate syrups, coconut, gummy bears, gummy worms, Heath, Hot Fudge, M&Ms, Mixed Nuts, Oreos, Rainbow Sprinkles, Strawberries, or Waffle Cone pieces.
Popcorn Flavors - Fairhope Pop (caramel and cheddar blend), dill pickle, cheddar, caramel, jalapeno cheddar, and movie theater style butter.
You can buy popcorn by the bag ranging from small, medium, large, and even jumbo size!
Kids Menu - The entire store is a kids dessert paradise.
Gluten-Free - Many of the ice creams are gluten free.
Vegan - They offer almond or soy milk for coffee drinks and non-dairy sorbet.
Vegetarian - Most everything in the ice cream shop should be good.
Why you will love Mr. Gene’s Beans
- Fun Fairhope Ice Cream Shop
- Gourmet Popcorn in fun flavors
- Great coffee and tea menu
- Open since 1993!
- Super cute coffee shop in Downtown Fairhope
Things to know when planning a visit to Mr Gene’s Beans
Address -302 De la Mare Ave, Fairhope, AL, United States, Alabama
Phone - (251) 928-6915
Hours - 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM most days except Sunday when there are shorter hours of 12 pm to 6 pm.
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is a ramp leading up into the ice cream shop. Inside the shop it could get a little tight depending on how many people are inside.
Plus Size Seating - The indoor chairs do not have arms on them.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual
Pets - Pets are not allowed inside the sweet shop.
Parking - There is quick pick up parking right next to the ice cream shop. There is also parking along the street available on a first come first serve basis.
You may need to circle the block a few times to find parking or head to the public parking lot north of the Fairhope Community Park.
Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Locals Restaurant Fairhope - Enjoy a fantastic lunch or dinner at this great local restaurant.
Warehouse Bakery & Donuts - Epic baked goods, fantastic biscuit sandwiches, and more!
Fairhope Soap Company - Right across the street is one of our favorite stores to buy gifts and cute soap.
Page & Palette - Find a great new book to enjoy during your time on the Gulf Coast.
Fairhope Brewery - Coming Soon
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