About Dark Beans

Welcome to Dark Beans Café & Barista Training Hub, where passion for coffee meets professional training excellence. We are more than just a café, we are a dedicated academy for aspiring baristas and coffee enthusiasts.

Our mission is to provide world-class barista training while serving exceptional coffee in a welcoming environment. We believe that great coffee is an art form, and we're here to help you master it.

Meet Our Lead Instructor

Dipendra Bista

Dipendra Bista

12 years at Starbucks as a Lead Barista
Two times Starbucks regional champion, 2015 and 2017.

With 12 years of experience at Starbucks, including roles as Store Manager and Barista Trainer across multiple locations, Dipendra brings world-class coffee expertise to Kathmandu. His passion for specialty coffee and commitment to excellence has trained hundreds of baristas who now work in premium cafés worldwide.

Our Mission, Vision & Values

Mission

To provide exceptional barista training and serve the finest specialty coffee, fostering a community of coffee enthusiasts and professionals.

Vision

To become the leading barista training hub, recognized for excellence in coffee education and innovation in the specialty coffee industry.

Values

Excellence, passion, integrity, and community—these values guide everything we do and shape how we train our students.