Matcha is good but unfortunately they ran out of pastries super early this morning…read moreBy 11am they were all gone Staff seemed super friendly

Window ordering (left) for drinks, order inside (right) for pastries. Mobile order possible too…read moreusing the QR code on the stand outside. Extremely quick service, a line hardly ever formed. Got the cold brew, but excited to taste the matcha passionfruit soda which was described as more tart than sweet and basically a passionfruit infused seltzer with matcha. Only outdoor seating, but plenty of tables. Tons of metered parking right in front and the backside along the water. 4hr free parking further south if you're willing to walk a bit. About a 15min walk from the UCSF MB hospital.

Delicious baked goods. Highly recommend. The flavors of each pastry stands out on its own. Service…read moreis fantastic. Ambiance is fast and efficient. The only thing is parking is not easy to find around the area. Best way to get there is via public transportation.

Neighbor bakehouse has a friendly vibe, and it's a small bakeshop…read more Located in dog patch, parking is a tad easier. They offer a variety of baked in house items that range from the savory ( mushroom and cheese "tart") to the sweet of banana croissant invention. EVERYTHING is tasty. Items are limited in quantity, so go early. The mushroom green onion tart is delish! It has a generous amount of mushrooms, manchego cheese, and light green onions. It's a lovely flavor profile. The only downside is that it's not given to you heated. Eating it cold was not optimal. The banana "tart" because I don't recall the exact name, is to die for! It's sweet, it's sooo good! It's like banana crack. It has caramelized parts to it, and you won't want to share it!! The double backed pistachio/blackberry croissant is a food group all its own. It's everything you want in a pastry! The Thai tea was just OK. Super pricey for the amount. It's not that traditional taste profile. The people that work at Neighbor big house are friendly, expedient with service, and this definitely needs to be on your secret places to try when you're visiting SF. It's not that we want to gatekeep, but you are gonna want all these pastries to yourself!

Stoped by on a rainy day and this was a great lunch spot! It does get busy because there's a lot of…read moreworking people that walk over for lunch, so it may take a little bit longer for the food to come out during rush hour. I got the Taiwanese pork cutlet sandwich with the side salad. The size was hefty! The pork cutlet was hot. crunchy, and seasoned like classic East Asian salt and pepper seasoning. I was just how I thought it would taste but better! There's also a generous amount of shredduce to keep the sandwich from getting too heavy and warranting a food coma. Would love to come back and try the other dishes too especially the noodle soups

This little cafe keeps things simple in the best way. You order at the counter, grab a seat, and…read morethe food finds you. The space is cozy with limited seating, but it's clean, the bathroom is well-kept, and there's a self-serve water station that keeps things low-maintenance. Service was friendly, and the food came out impressively fast. What we tried: - Braised beef stew: Tender, well-seasoned beef with carrots and daikon soaking up all that rich, savory broth. No potatoes though. Flavor-wise, it delivered. Portion-wise, I wish it gave a little more. - Taiwanese pork cutlet rice plate: This one hit the spot. Juicy cutlet with a crispy, flavorful crust, plus all the right supporting cast: pickled mustard greens, a soy sauce egg, and minced pork over rice. Comfort food done right. - Hojicha panna cotta: House-made, though the hojicha tea flavor was on the milder side. Light, smooth, and not too sweet. Prices lean high for the portion sizes, but the food is solid and satisfying. I also love that they incorporate Asian flavors into their breakfast and sandwiches. Didn't try those this time, but I'll be back for them and the shrimp chips everyone raves about.

Wifi, spots outside, excellent baker items and good coffee! I also love that their ice cubes are…read moremade of coffee. Friendly staff. Follow me for more on BayBitesNSips on Tiktok I'm also a bay area artist and I've just started selling online on Etsy: MLEcolorshop ; if you visit me or tell a friend who likes jewelry, I would appreciate it so much Everything I make is handmade with Polymer Clay and there is no single piece alike. https://www.etsy.com/shop/MLEcolorshop

Spacious spot for your work at home needs if you are able to get a spot!…read more I came to coffee shop on a Wednesday afternoon and was able to grab a seat at the communal table to do some work. They do offer WiFi is a great bonus and they have a restroom for customers. There is a couple of 2 person tables, a window side table for solo patrons, a communal table that can seat 6-8, and lots of outdoor seating. I would classify coffee shop as your neighborhood cafe that is great to get some work done and not necessarily a spot with unique drinks. They do have a good selection of pastries for you to try from (unfortunately I was too full prior to try!) I do appreciate that they did have samples for you to try out. Something cool I noticed is that they did have individual mini water pitchers with mini cups for you to take from their sugar/milk station. It's very thoughtful and I appreciate the attention to detail. Not a spot to drive to or add to the list as a must try but if you need a spot to lock in, this is a good choice if you're in the area :)

A group of friends visited Piccino for a late dinner. A few of us wanted Piccino on a whim so we…read moredid not have a reservation, but the staff was quick to find a table for us. Tucked away in a more residential area, the restaurant's atmosphere with good lighting and modern decor felt warm and welcoming. The space was lively with conversations when we arrived. Service was straightforward and our server took our orders efficiently. The food was refreshing and tasteful. We ordered the tuscan focaccia, spring vegetable bruschetta, delta asparagus, endive salad, the arancini and the margherita + salsiccia. The first dish took maybe 10 minutes to come out and each dish after came out in a timely manner, made the meal flow nicely. I liked the arancini, which was particularly delicious and appetizing for a night out. Other dishes like bruschetta and salad were a particularly refreshing pairing and . Overall the meal was solid, although the pricer that I would have liked. Overall, Piccino was a pleasant experience. I will likely return and suggest it to anyone looking for a casual dinner.

My friends and I came to Piccino when they opened for a weekday dinner and sat outside on a nice…read moresunny day. Our dishes came out in a timely manner, with our dessert taking a while but being worth it. The roasted broccoli stood out, and while the portion size was on the smaller side, the dish itself was flavorful with the various ingredients creating a slightly smoky and charred broccoli taste. The funghi pizza was good, with earthy roasted mushrooms and creamy stracchino on a thin crust pizza. The banana foster dessert was delicious! It was not too sweet, and the banana cake was soft and rich, paired well with the rum caramel banana and lime and gelato. Well-rounded meal with good attention to different complementary flavors! Super friendly service!

I was craving coffee in the evening and found this spot. I love how it opens a lot later than most…read morecoffee shops in the city and they make great coffee. I got the latte and it was aromatic and the price was really good for how much coffee I got! They also have a variety of pastries too!

Little bakery on the side of their main restaurant. Plenty of free street parking all around. We…read morecame on a Saturday at noon and it wasn't super busy. The latte was really good; the milk flavor doesn't overpower the espresso. Ham and cheese croissant was super tasty and flaky. There's no seating inside, but there's a little parklet with a lot of seating right next to it, Esprit Park down the street, and it's a cute area to walk around and explore too. Will definitely be returning to this neighborhood staple!

Wonderful spot! The service is so nice and the food is great (highly recommend the Korean burger…read moreand cold noodles). Will definitely be coming back to work from here.

One thing about me is that I love, love, love a cute cafe. I've been wanting to visit Sohn for a…read morefew months now, but I finally got to try on my recent trip to SF! Ok, first: the vibes. It might be a little controversial, but to me, the ambiance of a cafe is most important! And at Sohn, the atmosphere is immaculate. It's very obviously a Korean-style cafe. The interior is washed in a palette of soft neutrals and pale wood. Lots of open spaces, airy lantern light fixtures, fabric tapestries, etc., etc., etc. So beautiful, and so perfect for photos! (My friend and I took lots, believe me.) The only "complaint" I have is that it isn't open seating; an employee will seat you when you arrive, so you can't really choose where you want to settle. Kinda bummed because I wanted to see upstairs. Even though I prioritize cafe aesthetics over food, I'm pleased to report that the food and drinks at Sohn are just as delicious as they look. Style AND substance! There's a QR code at each table, which you scan to order. The workers bring the items to your table directly, which is pretty nice. Here is a rundown of everything we ordered: - Banana oat milk hojicha latte: Wait, why was this so good? It actually might be one of the best drinks I've ever tried. You can tell they use real bananas; there are literally chunks of banana at the bottom. No artificial syrups here. The banana is sweet and creamy, not bitter at all. Plus, it's oat milk! Yay for my fellow lactose-intolerant friends. The hojicha was okay, though. I think that, if it were nuttier, the roasted flavor would've complemented the banana so well, bringing this drink to a whole new level. - Coffee hojicha: Pretty bitter if you don't add syrup, but once it's properly sweetened, it's pretty good. Since their hojicha isn't very flavorful, it's easily overpowered by the coffee, so I wouldn't recommend this one. (Though it's not bad.) - Popcorn chicken: This was so delicious and beautifully presented in a round stone bowl. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the fried rice cakes were a unique inclusion! They are rolled in a seaweed seasoning, which reminds me of furikake. Glad they have savory items, too. - Gochujang cookie: Meh, honestly, you can skip this. It's not a bad cookie per se, but it tastes like a regular ol' sugar cookie. I don't taste the gochujang at all. It's not even a pretty cookie, haha, so I wouldn't even order it for aesthetics either. But overall, I had a great experience at Sohn! I saw a lot of people working on their computers here, but it's also a solid spot for photos or hanging out with friends. Parking wasn't too bad when I went (a weekday afternoon), but I heard the line can get long. I would totally recommend this place, and I hope I can return soon to try more items.

Delicious coffee and pastries, affordable prices, super friendly staff, a commendable mission, and…read morea beautiful space -- what more can you ask for? Service / ambiance: This lovely little coffee nook is tucked into the lobby of an apartment complex. There's a ton of foot traffic from both the patrons and residents, but that helps give Progeny a truly neighborhood / community feel. Many of the residents also seem to be frequent patrons, and the staff at Progeny frequently greets folks by name. Even if you don't live here, the staff is still plenty friendly. They offered great recommendations on what to get (one of the first baristas who really delivered on my request for a sweet treat that wasn't too sweet). You can sit at the collection of tables in the apartment lobby, which includes a set of giant steps and huge windowsill bench. It's all a bit unconventional but very cozy. They also have access to the building's WiFi, so you can easily spend all day here. Food: Outstanding coffee and snacks, all of which is pretty affordable priced. I got an americano and black sesame mochi cake, which came out to less than $10...honestly unheard of in much of SF. The americano was outstanding. Progeny is focused on ethically sourced Colombian coffee, and you can really see their love for the country and product in every cup. The coffee is fragrant, slightly fruity, but not overly bright. It went wonderfully with the nutty, not-to-sweet black sesame mochi cake.

Progeny Coffee is a cute coffee spot located in Potrero Hill…read more The interior is bright and spacious. I went on a Monday morning and there was no line. I ordered an iced blueberry latte with almond milk. The blueberry was fresh and the coffee was smooth. Progeny also has sandwiches that I want to come back and try! Great service and good energy.

This coffee shop is at the ground level of my friend's apartment complex and it's such a lovely…read morespot. The interior design is really grey and industrial with the smooth concrete but they really warm the space up with the light wood and yellow accents and the friendly and warm service from the employees brings it all together. My partner got a vanilla latte, a go to test to see if we vibe with a coffee shop, and we were not disappointed with the flavor and balanced experience. I had had enough caffeine that day, so I opted for a vanilla hibiscus iced tea, flavor of the vanilla was balanced with the hibiscus, but I felt acidity was lacking overall in the drink, which would have made it better by having more of that distinct hibiscus flavor.

I love the yellow everywhere, the pretty bouquets, the wifi, the seating outside.. but the staff is…read morenever friendly and the coffee really isn't good. I've tried it several times and I'm always disappointed. Its bitter. And i like strong coffee. I think their machine needs help. @baybitesnsips on tiktok

TL;DR: hidden spot for boba close to RH SF, with slow service and ok drinks…read more I was looking for something sweet and there aren't a ton of options in the mission bay/dogpatch area so when I spotted this on the map, it seemed like a good time to give it a try. Located on a quiet street just down from RH SF, it's a tiny little spot in this cool restored factory building that is now home to some offices. The building had a really nice atrium and we saw a small family and their dog playing there to stay out of the rain. The menu at Little Sweet is pretty extensive like many boba places and I put in an order for two drinks. I ended up waiting almost 15 minutes for my drinks despite there being no one else in line and no other orders being placed while I was there. That is incredibly long for a boba spot and I was expecting to be in and out but this was so slow. The family I saw there were also waiting for their drinks and egg waffle so I think they're just slow overall. Drinks: Mango Yogurt Smoothie (0% sugar): admittedly this was a gamble on my part since I rarely get smoothies. It was supposed to have yakult in it but it had neither a strong, sweet mango flavor nor a strong yakult flavor. They probably used frozen mango but it was a little disappointing. There was possibly some yogurt powder too since the smoothie had a kind of chalky, powdery texture to it. They did give me a lot of smoothie though, it took me ages to finish this! Passion fruit green tea (25% less sugar, less ice): this has a strong tea flavor and was truly not that sweet which was nice. However, it has barely any passion fruit flavor except for a few pulpy seeds thrown in. Maybe I'll just order tea next time if I ever go back. I would rate the drinks 2.5 but rounded up to 3 because the portions were proportional to the price. But I wouldn't go back unless someone else asks me to go with them.

I think Little Sweet is actually my favorite boba that I've tried in the bay!! I've only been once,…read morebut I really liked the iced strawberry hojicha latte with oat milk! I always get mine less sweet (25% if possible). This location is really tiny so it's more like a grab & go type spot, but I loved walking around the mission bay/dogpatch area with my boba!