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25 Top Coffee Shops in SF
Flora Grubb Gardens is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

1. Flora Grubb Gardens

9.6
1634 Jerrold Ave, San Francisco, CA
Flower Store · Bayview · 54 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian Strauss: Really fun place to draw inspiration for your outdoor and indoor gardens alike. Grab a coffee from the on-site Ritual Coffee and stroll the grounds.

Vive La Tarte is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

2. Vive La Tarte

1160 Howard St (at 8th St), San Francisco, CA
Café · SoMa · 171 tips and reviews

Andrew C.Andrew Choi: Spacious and nicely designed shop, serving Sightglass coffee and lots of pastries and small bites!

Ritual Coffee Roasters is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

3. Ritual Coffee Roasters

9.1
432B Octavia St (at Hayes St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Hayes Valley · 115 tips and reviews

Bennett W W.Bennett W Wong: Homemade pastries pair well with a beautifully handcrafted and artistically decorated latte. Friendly team members and prompt service.

Blue Bottle Coffee is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

4. Blue Bottle Coffee

2900 18th St (btwn Florida & Alabama St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Mission District · 97 tips and reviews

Bennett W W.Bennett W Wong: The almond cornmeal cookie is delicious. As always, friendly team members, clean facility and prompt service.

Sightglass Coffee is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

5. Sightglass Coffee

9.2
270 7th St (btwn Howard & Folsom St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · SoMa · 600 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Walk upstairs at the SoMa HQ and check out the Sightglass x Salt and Straw affogato bar, a collab with the Portland ice cream shop. We’ll never say no to floating ice cream in boozy coffee. Read more.

Andytown Coffee Roasters is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

6. Andytown Coffee Roasters

9.3
3655 Lawton St (at 43rd Ave), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Outer Sunset · 151 tips and reviews

Luke B.Luke Bornheimer: Known for their signature drink, the Snowy Plover (a sweet iced espresso soda drink with homemade whipped cream), Andytown is a charming shop serving up great coffee and fresh-made scones and muffins.

Four Barrel Coffee is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

7. Four Barrel Coffee

9.1
375 Valencia St (btwn 14th St & 15th St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Mission District · 507 tips and reviews

William F.William Ferguson: Always go to the pour over bar. Four Barrel has the best pour overs. Also, sit in the back and watch the magic happen as they roast their coffee.

The Mill is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

8. The Mill

9.1
736 Divisadero St (btwn Grove St & Fulton St), San Francisco, CA
Bakery · Alamo Square · 378 tips and reviews

Adrian P.Adrian Phillips: The coffee here is excellent. Go with a Flat White. Order up some toast, because the bread is amazing. The almond butter with honey is greats. The herbed egg salad toast makes a great breakfast.

Philz Coffee is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

9. Philz Coffee

8.6
3101 24th St (at Folsom St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Mission District · 256 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Who can deny the refreshing minty indulgence of an iced mint mojito? Philz ever-expanding stable of locations can satisfy your sweet coffee beverage craving better than a frappuccino ever could.

Wildcraft Espresso Bar is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

10. Wildcraft Espresso Bar

2299 Market St (at Noe St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Castro · 24 tips and reviews

Ashley M.Ashley Mowrey: I might be a vegan, who tried the Sheeps milk with her cappuccino, no regret. I'll always be a barista in my heart and Sheeps milk is amazing with ritual beans. The baristas are also lovely.

11. Rapha Cycle Club

9.1
2198 Filbert St (Fillmore Street), San Francisco, CA
Bicycle Store · Union Street · 39 tips and reviews

Patrick W.Patrick W: Friendly service, fancy bike gear, awesome loft and outdoor workspace, free wifi and one of tastiest lattes in the marina.

Dynamo Donut & Coffee is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

12. Dynamo Donut & Coffee

8.9
2760 24th St (at Hampshire St), San Francisco, CA
Donut Shop · Mission District · 191 tips and reviews
Saint Frank is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

13. Saint Frank

9.1
2340 Polk St (btwn Union & Green), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Polk Gulch · 200 tips and reviews

Yera H.Yera Ha: Great iced coffee, but if you're looking for a change of pace I can't recommend the honey lavender latte enough. Fragrant and tasty!

Stable Cafe is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

14. Stable Cafe

9.0
2128 Folsom St (btwn 17th & 18th St), San Francisco, CA
Café · Mission District · 191 tips and reviews

meganmegan: Cute patio for coffee drinking and gabbing.

The Interval at Long Now is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

15. The Interval at Long Now

9.3
2 Marina Blvd, Fort Mason Building A, San Francisco, CA
Cocktail Bar · 94 tips and reviews

Claudia B.Claudia Brenner: Fabulous ambiance, bar tenders, coffee -- plus super interesting people

Wrecking Ball Coffee Roasters is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

16. Wrecking Ball Coffee Roasters

8.8
2271 Union St (btwn Steiner St & Fillmore St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Union Street · 72 tips and reviews

MartínMartín: Selection is streamlined and the baristas are attentive. This is a coffee bar for a quick in and out espresso shot.

Réveille Coffee Co. is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

17. Réveille Coffee Co.

4076 18th St (btwn Castro & Hartford St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Castro · 142 tips and reviews

Ali R.Ali Raizin: Really great pour overs, tasty food, good environment. Patio with plant canopy is lovely, but all the seating can fill up fast. Get the chia bowl or avocado + egg toast. 👌

Jane is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

18. Jane

8.7
2123 Fillmore St (btwn California & Sacramento St), San Francisco, CA
Café · Pacific Heights · 241 tips and reviews

Erik A.Erik Akre: Great biscuits, coffee and chia seed pudding. Really can't go wrong with anything

Hollow is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

19. Hollow

1435 Irving St (btwn 15th & 16th Ave), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Inner Sunset · 105 tips and reviews

Moon L.Moon Limb: There is something special about this cafe. Drinks do take a little time. Earthy ambiance (with unglossed wooden chairs and tables) and background music may transfer you to some place calm :)

Cafe St. Jorge is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

20. Cafe St. Jorge

3438 Mission St (Kingston), San Francisco, CA
Café · Bernal Heights · 103 tips and reviews

Mark D.Mark Dreger: Great coffee and they have actual food (including tasty pastries, brunch items, and sandwiches). Sit outside on a warm morning, if you have a chance.

Coffee Bar is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

21. Coffee Bar

1890 Bryant St (btwn Mariposa St. & Florida St.), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Mission District · 260 tips and reviews

EaterEater: With plenty of outlets, an extensive breakfast and lunch menu (a breakfast burrito and BLAT are just a few choices), good coffee, AND beer and wine, there's really no reason to leave until they close. Read more.

The Richfield is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

22. The Richfield

8.9
195 5th Ave (btwn California & Cornwall St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Inner Richmond · 44 tips and reviews

SaliemSaliem: relaxing, friendly, and complementary charging cords. Great cortado, and atmosphere.

La Capra Coffee is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

23. La Capra Coffee

7.8
50 Fremont St (at Mission St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Financial District · 48 tips and reviews

Adrian P.Adrian Phillips: Excellent espresso with almond milk available. Avocado toast comes on tasty, crunchy country bread. The almond butter toast with bananas drizzled with honey is pretty epic.

Papa November is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

24. Papa November

201 Kansas St (at 15th St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · Showplace Square · 34 tips and reviews

AFAR MediaAFAR Media: The espresso machine runs on propane and serves Stumptown coffee and home baked goodies like cookies and brownies. Read more.

Cento is one of 25 Top Coffee Shops in SF.

25. Cento

372 Ritch St (btwn Townsend & Brannan St), San Francisco, CA
Coffee Shop · SoMa · 81 tips and reviews

Stephanie Y.Stephanie Yeung: Cash only! Small, easy-to-miss shop in a back alley, serving up good pastries and espresso.