The environment is quiet and suitable for working or reading. The coffee beans have a rich aroma, and the desserts are also exquisite. It's my recent favorite. read more

Lame. Asked for WiFi and was told they "don't have WiFi". I said they had a network called "Public Columbus Cafe" and was snapped at they "have a rule" where WiFi isn't on in the mornings. WTH?? I'm all for encouraging folks to talk to each other in third spaces, but with 2 people total in the cafe, you might want to reconsider whether turning off a basic service is helping anyone enjoy your atmosphere. Disappointed. read more

Sitting here on a very warm weekday morning sipping on a very refreshing salted caramel Italian soda and while working with Carly Simon's Moonlight Serenade in the background - it's 9am and the sun is beaming in as cable cars on Columbus take passengers to work. All this reminds me of why I love SF. Wonderful service, perfect background music, location, clean w plenty of space to work. The vibe can't be beat. read more

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I thought I posted a review ..did the name change? Years ago ..stop by ..it's small ..many ..how does that work but it's never full ..where else do u want to visit ..church or doctor or what ..ocean beach ? Pfft read more

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After celebrating new years at Fort Mason, we overslept and ended up waking up close to noon. We had to find something that we could grab and go and I'm sure glad that I found this place on Yelp. This is a smallish cafe/bagel shop with a good amount of seating for its size. The menu had a lot of standard sandwiches and bagel options in addition to a good amount of unique combinations that we've never thought would go together. We decided to venture out and order the Point Reyes bagel which had a complimentary combination of cream cheese, red onions, cucumber, tomatoes, with a guest appearance of pastrami. Never had this combo before and was certainly curious. Presentation was great, nice arrangement of colors, all the toppings were distributed evenly and looked very appetizing. Once I took the first bite - I was in awe on how delicious this combination was. Even better, the bagel was one of the best I've ever had, period. Good sized, crunchy on the outside, light and soft on the inside. Each bite had a combination of freshness, creaminess and protein and saltiness from the pastrami. I highly recommend checking out this place for breakfast/lunch. I will definitely be back to try their other bagels and sandwiches. Their coffee is awesome too. The associate made on coffee on the spot while we ordered at the register. This place is a must go! read more

901 Columbus Cafe - Point Reyes Bagel - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

we made an order to go, but they gave our order to someone else. we couldnt wait and got a refund excluding the coffee we drank, but the server kept the tip. you think i want to give a 110 percent tip for a coffee and bad service? read more

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Stumbled upon 901 Columbus Cafe and had a good first experience. I originally came in for some coffee and a breakfast pastry, but was welcomed by so much more including plenty of sandwich choices on their menu, gelato, and drinks. Service was friendly and efficient; exactly what you would hope for when you're on the run in the morning. Overall, a positive visit. Stopped in on a weekend morning and there were several patrons inside enjoying their breakfast. I opted for a Zebra Mocha and a croissant. The Zebra Mocha was a strong mix of White and Dark Chocolate incorporated into an iced mocha. It was a little sweet for my liking, but I think that was to be expected based on the composition of the drink. The croissant was fresh, warm, and flakey. A great way to balance out the sweetness of the Zebra Mocha. The only downside is that pricing was a little high for the items. 901 Columbus Cafe is a cute spot. They have seating inside for patrons to enjoy their food and, as mentioned, service was kind and quick. There are a lot of tasty looking treats and menu items I could see myself trying in the future. Looking forward to visiting again. read more

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If you're gonna have 13$ sandwiches without cheese, and have the nerve to try to charge me and my friend "30 cents each" per candy from your free candy jar, (i had one, gave one to my friend, then asked if it'd be tasteless to grab one more and the massive attitude given from staff was astronomical.... like sir we all know that whole jar cost you 4 bucks at maximum at CVS,) actually label your jar as anything BUT a clear glass jar that everyone calls the free candy jar and label your business as a sham read more

Dropped in after buying coffee at Graffeo's. Ordered Pastrami Melt on ciabatta. Excellent mid-day fare. Cold beer on tap, too. read more

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I mistakenly ordered a sandwich with meat, and they very kindly replaced it with a vegetarian version. Much appreciated!

I ordered a sand which and it tasted weird, just for me to realize the meat had mold on it.

Got the BLTM (BLT with mayo) while waiting for the show at the comedy club next door to start. Crispy bacon, fresh tomato and lettuce, on nice warm panini pressed bread, and the mayo tied it together quite well. It's an inviting space with a well-priced menu, could see myself being a regular if I lived close by. There's currently a shark theme going on from the featured photos on the wall and in the bathroom, so sharkaphobes beware- it's temporary though per the servers! read more

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This little cafe is delicious! We enjoyed a scrumptious Apple Cider on a cold evening. read more

901 Columbus Cafe - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Well apparently they don't close at 7 on Sundays I like the place. I wanted to work until 7 tonight. Oh well. read more

Great neighborhood near clubs and stores, good for pre show food, Average Deli fare, city prices, could stand to be cleaned up a little better. read more

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Stopped by for an iced coffee, and it was just right - not too sweet and very refreshing. The barista was cheerful too.

My goto item at 901 Columbus is the breakfast burrito. However, on my most recent visit, I decided to change things up and try the WAFFLE. It came topped with an inordinate amount of whip cream and some blue berries. So delicious! The service here is rushed but good. They will gladly answer any questions you have about their offerings. The decor in here is decent, but nothing spectacular. Note - this place ain't cheap. Expect to pay $8 for a cappuccino with oat milk. And it won't be a large cup. That's quite high, even for the city. Note #2 - if you get the BLT, be sure to ask for the bacon to be crispy. read more

I love coming here, I always get the house medium drip coffee, the owners are the best and sooooo sweet. Always a must stop for me. Banana shake is to die for. read more

I came to 901 Columbus Cafe to order a Strawberry Banana Smoothie. It was one of the best-tasting, flavorful smoothies I had in a while! I also liked the vibes of the cafe with the music and TVs for entertainment. I would definitely return! read more

901 Columbus Cafe - Strawberry Banana Smoothie - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was charged 8 dollars for a cappuccino with oat milk. It was a teeny tiny cup, and I was flabbergasted. I had paid without asking how much because I am used to 5-6. When I got two dollars change on a 10 I was blown away. Not a cute coffee shop, a regular simple cafe with sandwiches. The fancy coffee shop next half a block up with legit fancy coffee machines charges 5.50 for a large. Gouging for the hell of it is not ok by me. They lost my business. I work up the street and came here often. read more

901 Columbus Cafe - 8 dollar cappuccino. Avoid this place, they up charge for absolutely nothing - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

crab benedict was incredible, crab was fresh and the hollandaise was creamy without being heavy. our server was super friendly, gave us great recs on the bloody marys. spot has that cozy neighborhood vibe with the corner location, perfect for a lazy weekend brunch in russian hill read more

Highly recommend! This place is incredible and much better than any of the other local spots. My girlfriend and I live in NYC and have been here for a long weekend. All the other local spots were mediocre and service was terrible....not here! Highly recommend, great coffee, great service and the breakfast sandwiches were great! Don't waste your morning waiting for food at table and fig. read more

Great cafe with good cafe and pastries! Also a great place to come and do work/study, they have fast WiFi and outlets but music is loud here if you don't mind that. Carrot cake: 5/5 very smooth and not too sweet Cafe au latte: 5/5 read more

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Best beer/wine happy hour in town with delicious pastries to boot! This is a sweet spot on the corner that's an easy meeting spot for locals and visitors alike. A great place to people watch right in North Beach, they have great deals on draft beers and house wine. Plus, you can get a little slice of cake to accompany it. I must admit that I prefer this spot as a treat after work over their bagels and coffee in the morning. That said, they're kind and quick and hard to pass up for a quick stop! read more

Goodness, the caprese was a boat full of mozzarella, not that i'm complaining. It was perfectly toasted and served nicely and simply on a plate with a napkin. I had brought a to-go box to take half of it back, but it was too addictive, I ended up eating it all. The staff are all hardworking and very sweet. read more

Great sandwiches! The vibe is also very relaxed... And the service was amazing! Please try any of their great turkey sandwiches. read more

901 Columbus Cafe - half eaten sandwich on a plate - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

After walking San Fran hills we were ready for a break. Soooo great this lunch spot. Great wholesome food. Friendly atmosphere. School kids came through and family operated. All American dream of full life on display here read more

The coffee was good they have a big menu of coffee. They have Sandwiches lunch breakfast. The guys that worked there didn't seem friendly for a coffee bar.. read more

easy going and friendly with good food and coffee. good prices. great white shark pictures.

The ambiance was definitely trendy. The service was good! We order Café Au Là and crumbs cake. read more

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Cute cafe in north beach. Great coffee and delicious bagels. Will visit again next time I'm in San Francisco. read more

Such a unique spot, I love it. The beer was cold. The sandwich hot. Service was friendly. I can't wait to come back. read more

901 Columbus Cafe - pint of beer on a table - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great coffee, love their Moka Java Ethiopian blend house coffee. Sandwiches are good, fresh, and affordable. read more

901 Columbus Cafe - coffee inside the cafe, warm and inviting atmosphere - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Damn, I should have come here for my 901st review!... Well, I'm glad the owner didn't come up with some misconceived name like the Coffee Hut or Caffeine Express or Jolting Java for this super-casual place. Keeping the address in the name makes me remember it all the more since I don't live in North Beach. Jamie W. and I were strolling feeling a bit peckish after our paninis at Mario's Bohemian Cigar Store Cafe. We saw a group huddled around the sofa watching the Democratic Convention on a flatscreen, while others were focused solely on their laptops. They appear to serve the typical sandwiches and salads, but we went for the last piece of tiramisu in the glass case. It was really light and tasty, and I have no idea where they get it. But I'd come back for that in an Italian minute. Not much else to say except they serve a good cup of joe, too. If I lived around there, I'd be spending some serious slouching time there. The vibe is so laid back here that it feels like one big Valium in a martini. That's a compliment actually. COFFEE/DESSERT - 4 stars...that tiramisu was definitely homemade but whose home? AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...casual to the extreme SERVICE - 3 stars...chill, dude TOTAL - 4 stars...for a coffee place, sure, I'll give it four stars read more

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We really enjoyed our breakfast at Columbus café. It was And easy walk from the Marriott at the wharf. The people were nice, Professional and the food was really great. read more

901 Columbus Cafe - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

We usually love coming here- just recently we ordered 2 cafe lattes ($18.10 total) and got charged extra just for getting it iced, charged for syrup ($1.50) and charged us for an extra shot we didn't ask for. The espresso they used is very light even with the extra shot. I'm disappointed! read more

Such a great cafe for a quick healthy and delicious bite!! I love this place so much they have a ton of vegetarian options so there's something for everyone. The staff is super friendly and will even make you a smoothie on special request. They're fantastic! read more

901 Columbus Cafe - Babylonia Sandwich (veggies with hummus and cheese). Super simple but the ingredients are fresh so makes it tasty. - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great place to sit and enjoy a coffee and breakfast sandwich. The tunes being played were great too

Very friendly employees, great tasting sandwiches and awesome happy hour! First came here when a pint was $1.50 over a decade ago. Although they are now $4.50 for happy hour, the beer is top notch, currently Elysian Space dust Ipa, 8.2% so you definitely get your money's worth! Good place to stop if you just did the Lombard street walk from the curvy part down to north beach for a well deserved beer or two! read more

First time here. I had the Gambino panini and iced latte. Panini was very good and iced latte was okay honestly. Not the best but also not bad. Service was very nice and ambiance was clean and cute. read more

901 Columbus Cafe - Gambino Grilled Focaccia Panini - very good! - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California