This place is such a gem. The line was too long at other restaurants on Balboa so we headed a few blocks down to Boa's. I'm sooo glad we did. The vibe was chill, quiet, and casual. No line. No wait. No crowds. My family had the margarita, the meatball, and the mushroom/arugula pizzas. They were so good that I went ahead and ordered desserts, even though I hadn't planned on it. The pizzas were delicious so I figured the desserts weren't to be missed! We landed on the s'mores calzone and chocolate banana bread. We were already stuffed from the pizzas but still crushed the desserts. So good. Definitely coming back to try the breakfast next time! read more

Boas opened up only a few months after we moved to the neighborhood and it's been such a gem ever since. It's low key one of the best coffee spots in the area in addition to being a genuinely good breakfast, lunch and dinner spot. The pizzas and sandwiches may not be made in a fancy oven, but the dough they use has so much flavor. The toppings they use are all excellent combinations. It's by far our favorite place on Balboa and is also the closest to us. If I had an open morning, I'll go there occasionally to work (using my own hotspot) while having breakfast or we will go on the weekends for the happy hour and early dinner. Overall a great spot for coffee, wine, and pizza. All things I love. read more

Went to here out of a whim while picking up bagels nearby and was great. What drew me in was the house made bread for their sandwiches and the Italian ambiance with all the ingredients shown nearby and the bar seating. Since it's nestled in the suburban part of Outer Richmond, it has a nice local vibe. Had the original sandwich, chocolate banana bread, and latte. Latte was good all things considered, but the stars were the sandwich and the banana bread. The sandwich had a good amount of savoriness without being overbearing and the bread was light and flavorful. The banana bread had a good combination of being soft with the melted chocolate chips in the inside while having a crispy outside The barista was really nice and cool, had some conversation and felt welcomed. read more

Boa's CVC - Original sandwich, chocolate banana bread, latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wow! This is such a great hidden gem in Outer Richmond! It's definitely a place only known by the locals and not talked about enough! We stopped by on a nice sunny weekend and the vibe was very nice. The sandwiches are pretty interesting. We tried the Green Dream and the Angelo with soprasetta. Amazing. The Green Dream was so fresh and green and creamy. The Angelo was perfectly mustardy and savory. The prices are slightly on the higher end but the sandwich is great quality. I will definitely need to check out the happy hour! Great place and great food! read more

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I am so delighted to have found Boa's CVC in the outer Richmond, SF. Boa's CVC (on Balboa St.) is I a Cali-Italian café that somehow feels both elevated and super cozy at the same time. Everything tastes fresh and intentional, from the hand-prepped Napoletana-style dough to the organic ingredients. The just celebrated one year of opening! I go on little "me dates" here all the time and it's the perfect vibe: warm, relaxing, not rushed. The service is genuinely kind, and the space just makes you want to hang out a bit longer. I've only been for dinner so far (still need to try breakfast and lunch), but the margherita pizza and the Vitamin C salad with shredded roasted chicken are an absolute 10/10. It's one of those spots that feels comforting but still special. Parking is easy. Whether you're solo, on a date, catching up with a friend or just craving really good food, Boa's CVC is highly recommended! read more

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Boa is a great neighborhood spot. It's a nice casual vibe and great add to the Outer Richmond neighborhood. It's a modern vibe with ample seating. Sometimes the wait can be a little brutal if they are busy, but the service is good. The mint matcha latte was my favorite but they aren't really consistent in flavor and it's not as good when they first opened. The food itself it pretty good. I'm a big fan of their sandwiches and I love their banana bread dessert. Overall, worth a try if you're in the neighborhood, but be aware that the wait can take a minute if they are busy. We have placed to go orders before and it took 45ish minutes. read more

Boa's CVC - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Thanks to my friend for introducing me to Napoletana style dough type sandwiches aka panuozzi. We're usually down for a sweets get together but today it was savory day. Pros: * a cozy corner cafe with plenty of natural light. * sandwiches made to order. Warm & toasted. We ate 1/2 each and boxed leftovers. Friend had the Godfather and I got the Angelo. * mint lemonade went well with our sandwiches * clean unisex restroom. Pro tip: if you plan to drive over, avoid Friday mid day as it's street cleaning day in the 'hood. read more

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Recommended lunch stop in Outer Richmond, Boa's is quaint and food is delicious. Open concept restaurant seating only about 16 ppl inside and 8-10 people outside on the sidewalk. Dogs welcome outside. I was misunderstood by the Yelp photos when I saw the Margherita pizza and the order came out a sandwich. Deconstructed all parts tastes like a pizza and if you close your eyes the dough of the bread tastes phenomenal. Sandwich is good and tomatoes are so fresh. I hope one day Boa's puts pizzas on their menu. It'll be a hit! I couldn't resist the Chocolate Banana Bread! Soft and gooey! Service was fun and entertaining. read more

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We randomly bumped into this posh cafe on a city hike with our dog. We were so hungry and needed a break after 4 miles. This was the perfect rest stop. The menu is simple - some appetizers, breakfast sandwiches, a few salads and the main attraction is the sandwiches. The bread they use is very unique. Super thin but had a nice bite to it. Held the sandwich together really well. I had the eggplant caponata sandwich and the filling was extremely delicious. Everything just worked so well together. read more

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Sandwiches and lattes in a bright airy spot in Outer Richmond. I ordered the Lucca breakfast sandwich which has tapenade olive oil, egg, roasted red bell pepper and arugula which is a great savory combo. They make all the bread in house and you can really tell how fresh it is! The vanilla latte was a great balance of creamy, sweet and very slightly bitter. You order at the counter and they bring your food to you. It took around 10 to 12 minutes for our sandwich to be ready but was well worth the wait. read more

Boa's CVC - Lucca breakfast sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The food and service here are amazing! Great neighborhood spot with tasty dishes and great wine / coffee selection

Very nice setting, bright, open and some outdoor seating. Looks like they have a decent wine selection. We've been twice. Once just for dessert and coffee a positive experience. Next time came as a party of five. Two other groups already there, already served. We had to go to the counter to order, had to grab our own water refill, had to flag the server down for anything else we needed, had to grab our own to go boxes. Appetizer came out with entrees. Food was good, but not eye popping. Pizza actually had too much cheese on it. I hope they make it because the area needs a place like this but I'll def think twice before going back. I've been a server over 20yrs I know how hard it is, and nothing about that night indicated it was too busy. read more

Boa's CVC - Me sitting in front of dirty dishes that never got cleared. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

My post-concussed head initially had a hard time spotting the place because the signage outside says CCC. --- Wanted to enjoy the beautiful sun, get some fresh air, touch grass, and take a proper lunch break on a hectic Monday-- looked at new places on Yelp, this place didn't have many reviews (not that I looked anyways) and took myself on a solo date. Ordered the Godfather (under Panuozzi in their menu and only available after 11am)- highly recommend. They make their bread in house - it's a Napoletana bread. It's composed of salami, soppressata, mortadella, prosciutto cotto, provolone, Dijon, garlic aioli, baby gems, red onions, pepperoncinis, tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette, oregano. And got a hot chai. Perfect combo; I recommended this spot/sandwich to my boyfriend. Service was great. read more

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Do not sleep on this place! If I lived close by, I would probably come here at least once a week. We stopped by to grab a Matcha latte and a coffee, but the smell of freshly baked bread drew me in to try something on the menu, we tried the Godfather sandwich and it was amazing - from the bread to all the stuffing to whatever sauce they put in there. It was amazing and everything on the menu looked so good there. Nutella on bread was great as well. I will definitely be back to try more items. Service was wonderful as well, very nice and friendly. read more

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Boa CVC in SF has a self-service setup that works well. Housemade bread is good, pizza is tasty and more flatbreadish, and salads are fresh. The casual vibe and friendly staff make it easy to enjoy a quick, satisfying meal. read more

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Came here randomly as my friend and I were driving thru the street and saw this cozy cafe, looked pretty new and thought we give it a try. Came after work so pretty much had dinner food items. Definitely a cute cafe atmosphere! Had nice natural lighting and open space. Service is friendly and attentive. Items ordered: Mozzarella Salad - simple dish with mozzarella, tomatoes and arugula drizzled with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Very good, probably the best dish - light and refreshing. Mushroom Toast - wanted to really like this, and although a healthy, clean dish, it was missing some sort of wow factor to it. Had higher expectations for this but it didn't come across. I appreciate the earthy mushroom flavor, but just something missing. Meatball in Red Sauce - wanted to like this too, but just not the typical meatball dish you'd expect. Friend got a coffee and I got a lemonade. Regular drinks. But added to the cafe vibes. Four stars for the cute cafe vibes, but food is three stars. Perhaps would return just to grab a quick drink and relax at the cafe. read more

What a wonderful new add to the Outer Richmond! Boa's has been long awaited by my family who was eager to have a restaurant with Italian offerings within walking distance and we were not disappointed! The interior is sleek and modern with a beautiful bar for single diners and although the space itself is on the cozier side, I think its perfect for a date night. That said, we went with our young daughter and they are very accommodative to families as well. I will have to try their coffee and baked goods! Onto the food - which is top notch! Their flour for the breads are imported from Italy and they bake everything fresh daily. High quality flour from Italy is heaven sent for those with mild gluten sensitivities. Bruschetta - the bread is to die for and the tomatoes were super fresh and flavorful. A great way to prep the tastebuds for what is to come. Margarita Pizza - this 12inch pie was a marvel. Slightly thicker crust than a true Neapolitan style pizza with the perfect ratio of sauce to crust to cheese. Chicken Pesto Sandwich - pulled white meat chicken, pesto, cheese, tomato and arugula wrapped in their homemade bread. Excellent combo. We were really happy with our dinner and just wished the portions were bigger because everything was so tasty. Can't wait to come back. In short, I highly recommend and hope they do well in our neighborhood! Support small businesses! read more

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Boa's is a great new spot near Ocean Beach which opened up this week. It's just a short 10-minute walk away. It's this corner store with lots of natural light and inviting decor. It seemed like a perfect spot to relax and enjoy some coffee so I decided to give it a try. Coffee was good. They source their beans from 11th Hour in Santa Cruz so they don't have their own brand of roastery. I also tried their chocolate chip banana bread, which was super tasty and paired well with the coffee. Their menu seems to focus on Italian (inspired) salads and sandwiches, and while I didn't try those this time, they looked pretty good. I'll definitely be back to check them out. For now, I'd give them a solid 4/5 for coffee and snacks, it's not the best coffee in SF, but it's still really good. Combined with the vibe, service, location, and food options, I'd say this place is worth a visit. Looking forward to coming back! read more

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If you're tired of waiting in lines at Laundromat, this is your spot! They serve brunch until 3 PM with breakfast sandwiches and other flavorful options, all on Neapolitan bread--which is kind of like a light, fluffy pizza dough. After 3 PM, they switch to their dinner menu, which focuses more on pizza. Definitely save room for dessert! Their banana bread is a must try! read more

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I was on a hunt today for coffee shop that was equal parts cozy and vibey, and I found just that at Boa's. Loved the sunny booths lining the bay windows, the mid century modern meets trendy Cali styling, and the view of the ocean down Balboa street. I loved the bar top that was great for working. I just got a chai- great chai. I'll have to come back and try more of the menu. read more

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I've been waiting for this place to open since last year and they finally did! There is minimal signage at Boa's so you may just walk right by them. Cafe is clean and the wood benches are pretty nice. I ordered a mocha and banana bread to go. Service was friendly. Mocha was done right. They said they will be rolling out lunch service in a couple of days. Can't wait! read more

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NOTE: same as Boa CVC (cafe vino cucina) Delicious house baked bread crust brings calabrese credibility to the menu. Spectacular meatballs and a subtle, refreshing Caesar. Robust wine list. Yum read more

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Came here after a run and only got two things but wanted to review them. This place is super cute and I definitely want to come back and get a whole meal. The vanilla latte is not good, don't recommend because the vanilla syrup has that artificial flavor. The coffee itself was fine I think? Next time I go, I'll get a plain latte and update. HOWEVER the banana bread here is the best I've had in the city and that's why I wanted to write this review. They served it to me warm with a side of butter, and it was sooo delicious. Moist and flavorful, crunch from the walnuts, and the butter adds the perfect bite of salt. Please come here and get this. read more

Boa's CVC - Banana bread and latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place has good drinks and also sandwiches and also that I will be coming here again soon..

I was quoted a 2 hour wait by The Laundromat a few blocks down and so we decided to stop by and try this place out while waiting. Very friendly servers and a super cute interior. Drinks were pretty decent and the appetizers we got hit the spot. I would like to come back when I'm back in the area to try their other offerings! read more

Once a month so far. Panuozzo everytime! A mint lemonade to go with. An unassuming elegant residential neighborhood setting. Always upbeat and friendly service. read more

The food was great and I can walk there. I will be going back with the family. The order was correct when I had it delivered.

Sweet little spot for breakfast or lunch. Staff were friendly and patient with our group. Bruschetta and banana bread were hard to share because I wanted them all to myself. read more

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Delicious breakfast and coffee, located near my home, I go there often. The food is well presented, and I enjoy going there for breakfast. The service is also excellent, and ambiance is pleasant. read more

They import the flour from Italy to make authentic thin crust pizza. The vibe is seaside cafe, with full size windows creating an airy sitting space. Staff are uniformly friendly and happy to be there. Be careful evenings, though, they do close at 8 sharp. read more

Amazing spot for weekend dinner with warm interior, lovely service, and delicious dishes. Highly recommend for apps, drink, coffee, dessert or a full meal. Definitely worth the Richmond romp. Stopping by Butterlove Night Cookie, Hockey Haven or Rampant afterward makes it a complete eve. The salad was especially yum and their Italian sodas tasty! read more

Boa's CVC - Gorgeous salad and perfect beer and soda to kickoff! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

It was okay and the food wasn't great. I wouldn't try it again. The salads were under seasoned and the plates they gave us to eat off of were teeny tiny. Cute vibes though. read more

I love this sweet little cafe! My husband and I live just a few blocks away and were excited about the possibility of a new place to walk to. We have only had their coffee so far but their food looks amazing too. The coffee prices are very reasonable. I am happy that I can stop in for a latte a few times a week and not feel like I'm breaking the bank. I love that it's both a cafe and a restaurant. You can have a full, light meal, or just hang out with a cup of coffee and read, work or hang out with a friend. The ambience is really cozy, warm and inviting. We walked in on New Years Eve for wine and hot chocolate and talked with Ramsey behind the bar. The service is great. I'm so happy they are in the 'hood and can't wait to try more of their offerings! read more

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Great quality food and drink. The sandwiches are fantastic. We got the pest chicken sandwich and matcha lattes. Great vibe.

Home made bread, great fresh sandwiches, lovely chocolate banana cake, tasty lemonade. Friendly workers. Nice atmosphere. What more could you ask for! Run there before it gets too popular. read more

We were their first food customers I've been waiting for this place to open up on the block for a while. We got the godfather and chicken caesar. The sandwich stood out it's a unique flavor with high quality ingredients. Excited to try the other stuff on their menu! read more

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this review is strictly for the vegans out there - they were super kind and accommodating, but the veggie pizza they served me was so bland there wasn't an ounce of salt or pepper haha. with some more intentional seasoning i think they would have much vegetable vegetable forward options. read more

I picked up a matcha tiramisu last night, and unfortunately, it was spoiled. The cream had a strong sour taste that clearly wasn't right. It might've gone bad because it was an unusually hot day in San Francisco, but either way, it was disappointing. read more

Boa's CVC - Matcha tiramisu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Boa's on Balboa is a wonderful spot and the food is so amazing. So happy they are in the neighborhood. Loved the night I went they had a vegan lasagna special - it was so good. Can't wait to go back read more

My favorite neighborhood spot. Everything is fresh and simple. I've never ordered the same thing and have never been disappointed. Staff is welcoming and helpful. I like how it often stays empty and attracts a lot of solo cafe-goers who read, journal, work on their computers, etc. Well put together interior. Great happy hour too! read more