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    Always Awake Coffee

    3.2 (58 reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    strawberry matcha latte, peanut butter cream latte
    Jade L.

    I came here with my friend for a late-morning caffeine pick-me-up. She ordered first and after some deliberation, settled on the peanut butter cream latte. After the barista took her order, she and the other barista got to work on the drink. I was left waiting at the cash register to order. When the other barista handed my friend her drink, I asked her if I could order too. She was nice about it and took my order immediately. My strawberry matcha latte with oat milk was ready shortly thereafter. My friend and I snapped a few pics and took a couple of photos using the retro black & white photo machine. Then we tried the drinks. Our biggest thing is getting drinks that aren't too sweet. The peanut butter cream had a very strong flavor but was almost too sweet by itself. My friend really liked the fusion of the mixed espresso and peanut butter cream though. The strawberry puree in the strawberry matcha latte was great, but the matcha left something to be desired. It wasn't really strong or standout. The taste was neutral and didn't wow me. Best perk overall is the free, fast WiFi. It's a decent spot to work, and paying for a drink is essentially the entrance fee.

    Caili C.

    We came by after a workout class nearby to grab coffee on a Saturday morning. This cafe is super cute inside for vinyl playing and an adorable little vintage photo booth that you can print a token to take home. We got the iced peanut butter cream latte and a cold brew to try. The sweet dessert cold brew was nice but the peanut butter latte was honestly a bit disappointing as the latte itself was pretty bland (my pet peeve is when a latte just tastes like milk) and the cream top, while it was nutty, needed something else. It was almost not sweet enough and not roasty/bitter enough to be flavorful. The vibes are great here and I'd come again but perhaps need to try a different drink.

    iced caramel latte
    Shivangi K.

    The space is very chic & minimalist vibes! There's some seating along the wall and long table where I saw some people with laptops. Also, a cute photo booth when you walk in for black/white receipt style pictures as a keepsake. Loved this personalized (& free)! I have consistently ordered the iced caramel latte & it has been consistently delicious. If you like a sweet latte with a hint of saltiness to balance it out, this is the drink for you. I loved it, but more of a treat for me :)

    strawberry matcha  caramel latte
    Christine L.

    ~3.5 stars We got the Strawberry matcha and Caramel latte. Sadly for matcha lovers, the matcha was like 70% milk, strawberry was thick pieces and seemed to be dipped in syrup. It wasn't bad but barely any matcha :( hope the proportions have improved since.. Caramel latte was just a traditional, nutty latte, was pretty good and presented beautifully but price point is high for something basic and small. Glad another aesthetic coffee/matcha shops around union square, but there's definitely a lot of competition in sf.

    Nutty caramel latte on left, pb cream latte on right
    Mia H.

    An aesthetic nook on this street, the inside is clean, minimalistic, and has great interior decor. A bonus is these cute receipt photobooth pictures that you can keep as a memento. The drinks were good, not too sweet and espresso is super sharp in a good way. Tried the nutty caramel latte with a cute rim, and the peanut butter cream latte! As a peanut butter lover, the pb flavor isn't overpowering and a little subtle.

    Karina R.

    Solid 3.8 stars. I stopped by after a facial to get some work done and was pretty pleased. For starters, free wifi which was a perk! Seating is definitely for temporary visits not long term (high backless stools). Coffee was alright, very small portions but not too bad. Quite the foot traffic with many enjoying the little camera machine they have. Definitely a little hidden gem but a good quick sit down or grab and go if in the area!

    vibe
    Michelle Z.

    Stopped by since I was in the area. It's located in the outskirts of the tenderloin but the vibe inside is clean and minimalistic. Their drinks are unique and lots of hot specialty items which is nice to see! Usually I only see specialty iced drinks. Tried the nutty caramel latte (hot only) and the peanut butter latte (iced only). Soy milk is free (but oat/almond cost extra). The drinks are pretty pricey tbh but both drinks were good! They were sweet but not too sweet. I did feel like the peanut butter latte got watered down after a while though. The nutty caramel latte was very smooth but it was hard to take to go since it has a chocolate rim. Didn't realize they have a photo machine! Very cool and would be fun to come with friends. Service was friendly.

    Emily G.

    Cute little coffee shop with a photobooth! Aesthetic, minimal and modern inside with one long table. You wouldn't have known it's located in the outskirts of TL if you were inside. Besides coffee and matcha, they also sell pastries and Korean brand Fritz coffee beans. Menu is only located on the front counter Service was quick since we came pretty late in the afternoon around 4pm on a weekend. As a peanut butter lover, I had to get the peanut butter latte! Also because it was one of their popular drinks. My friend got the strawberry matcha. Both were iced but I noticed most their drinks are hot and 1 size only. All their drinks default to whole milk but free to sub soymilk! While we waited, of course we had to get a picture using the free photobooth. The image printed out black + white on a receipt-type paper. Drinks didn't take longer than 5 mins since there was 1 person making the drink and 1 taking orders. Staff instructed us not to mix the PB drink. I love the addition of crushed peanuts and the creaminess of the PB on top. The coffee was strong and good, overall not too sweet. My friend said neither the strawberry or matcha was overpowering or sweet. Overall, a little on the pricy side at $8-$9 per drink but still a cool spot to check out!

    Peanut butter cream latte Strong coffee
    Bill P.

    Order: peanut butter cream latte, their unique drink Strong coffee, not too milky. Peanut butter with nuts as top layer. sip the top for the sweet cream that was not too sweet, just the right amount. They had bags of Fritz coffee on the counter, which is a Seoul based company. Pasties are available for purchase. Photobooth prints out black and white, grainy photos as a keepsake. Large elevated table for seats. Small place that has a long bench and large elevated table for seating.

    Peanut butter latte and free photo print from the small selfie "booth?"
    Diane N.

    New Korean-style cafe in Nob Hill that shoots for a retro, relaxed vibe. I came to Always Awake Coffee on a Thursday morning and there was a small line forming around 8 A.M. Looking at their menu, it looks like they offer a couple of signature drinks such as the peanut butter cream top latte, the nutty caramel, and strawberry matcha. The drinks here, I will call out, are on the pricier end with my single drink costing around $9-$10. While you wait to order your drink, there is a cute photo booth in the queue that you can snap your photo at for free. It might be a bit inconvenient when you are in a longer line, but it is still nice. The service here was friendly, but when I came there was only one barista taking orders and making the drinks, making the line feel a bit longer. I opted for a peanut butter latte to try, as it seems like a lot of folks rave about it. At first I wanted their rose strawberry latte since it looked really good in their photo lineup outside, but I realized that there was no espresso or coffee in it, so I decided to pass. They listed it as a "refresher," and I also asked. My drink came out in 5 minutes and looked pretty. When they delivered it to me, they told me not to mix it when drinking, which made sense so you can get the cream top. The drink itself was good and nutty, but I don't think it was mind-blowing enough for me to justify being a regular here and paying a premium price. The store itself is nice and has a communal table that you can sit at to get some work done, alongside some smaller tables to chit chat, so if you are staying for a bit, maybe paying a bit more might be okay with you.

    peanut butter cold brew
    Hannah P.

    It was nice to visit and support a new coffee shop in the Tenderloin. They seemed to be doing well, at least on the Sunday afternoon that we came in. The interior is small with a minimalistic-style decor. We tried the peanut butter cold brew and one of the regular cold brew options. The PB cold brew had a nice texture, and I found the flavor to be on the milder side. I really enjoyed the dark blend cold brew. I love the beans they use- they seem to be high quality!

    Grace P.

    Korean style cafe that uses coffee beans from a well-known brand in Korea. Most well known for their peanut butter latte but I did not try it during my visit. I will have to try the peanut butter latte if I ever go again. I am an iced coffee only person, and I thought it was weird that most of their specialty drinks are hot only. With the peanut butter as an exception. Limited seating available and bathroom is open for customers with a passcode.

    Nutty Caramel Latte ($8) + Peanut Butter Cream Latte ($8.50)
    Cherylynn N.

    Four words: Peanut Butter Cream Latte. GET IT! Popular in trendy Seoul cafes, Peanut Butter Cream Latte aka Nutty Cloud is a must for peanut butter lovers. This layered drink starts with a strong, roasty espresso poured over milk then topped with a whipped, velvety peanut cream - perfect balance of sweet and salty...dessert vibes without being heavy or cloying. Sipping this while Marvin Gaye plays in the background - YAS! Sadly, I have to knock off a star... I came specifically for the matcha but was told they were "out." About 10 minutes later, another customer picked up a vibrant strawberry matcha latte from the counter. If the matcha wasn't ready yet, that should have been communicated. It was esp frustrating after a 30 minute drive across the city and the terrible parking situation. O T H E R I N F O * Always Awake Coffee is a Korean-inspired coffee shop that opened last month. It's a rebrand from Joy's Place (they no longer serve bingsu) * Espresso, pour overs, cold brew, tea, matcha, and bottled drinks. NO decaf available. Dairy alternatives: Oat + almond (50 cents), soy is free. * Trendy, minimalist renovated space with rich woods, vinyls, plants, bench seating w/ block tables, and a communal high top. * WiFi available. * Restroom requires a code. I'm surprised they didn't renovate the restroom, it was janky and doesn't match the clean aesthetics they're going for.

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