IYKYK. Zahra has created a safe space where everyone can come to enjoy coffee, food, music and good vibes. I ordered a bagel with cream cheese and was so surprised when I received this beautiful plate that was accompanied by fruits and veggies. Shoutout to Zahra, Marco for always being so welcoming, friendly and creating such a lovely space! read more

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Came back on a Saturday morning after a workout and enjoyed some live jazz. Cafe was packed with patrons (also bc you can hear the music from the street & that drew in crowds). A great way to start the day and now I know where to go for daytime live music. read more

The people here are incredibly kind, the bagels and food is consistently good, and the ambiance is literally everything. I love this place. The service is efficient and friendly. read more

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Gone back to the cafe at Haight and Fillmore ..got mocha ..nice seating ...band music Sunday ...two years ago ...Fillmore bus read more

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My first time trying a guava and strawberry smoothie and it was unsurprisingly good. The staff is so so friendly and there's live jazz playing. Big tables to work from, sockets to charge and wifi but would definitely come back with a book to read. read more

Cafe International - guava strawberry smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Cafe International is a gem located on Haight and Fillmore in the Mission. I was searching for a cafe with outlets and wifi to work for the day and landed on this location - it's large, spacious, and has lots of seating and outlets scattered around. Initially, I thought this place was cash only based on other reviews, but the cashier informed me that they started taking credit cards last year after having their ATM robbed. I ordered 2 iced coffees which came with a cute gun-shaped piece of ice and a latte, although they do have several options for breakfast, lunch, and pastries. It will get crowded towards the lunch hour and you might get asked to move if you're sitting alone at a large table like I was, which I didn't mind. I'll be back here to try their Turkish Coffee and work remotely next time I'm in the city and prefer to work away from the office. read more

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Been here a few times. This place feels familiar, like an acquaintance you just kind of know, but not quite a friend yet. Maybe you both came from two different planets but somehow you ended up on earth, here in beautiful San Francisco. And then one of you invites the other over, maybe you order a sandwich or a snack and they get you some coffee, you settle in and start talking and you both start to click. Kind of like that. Comfy. I usually go for my Americano. Located on Haight & Fillmore. read more

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Great cafe Music on _saturdays _sundays This was good _decaf ice mocha Will be back soon read more

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There's a casual charm here: mismatched chairs, a community bulletin board, and a line that moves with surprising speed. The menu is straightforward, but the baristas still treat it like a craft--asking questions when it matters and letting you order in peace when it doesn't. The drip coffee was excellent--hot, clean, and complex enough that I didn't miss cream. I grabbed a scone that was buttery without being dry, which feels like it should be common but absolutely isn't. This is a coffee shop that respects both the caffeine and the customer. read more

Seems like a lovely community space with really sweet service and affordable prices! I got an iced latte, and they even mixed in coffee ice cubes with normal ones! The tuna bagel was yummy as well, and on Sundays they have a live jazz band performing. There's also a wonderful mural in the backyard. read more

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Love cafe international! It's so cozy inside, the perfect place to spend a rainy day. The service is also great, feels very homey and the food is delicious. It's a great coworking place away from home read more

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Cozy, cushy, old-school comfort zone. Great food, great atmosphere, great drinks, and great people. This isn't like most coffee shops or cafes in San Francisco! It almost closed down but the community rallied to save it, and the city is better for it. There's history here and it feels like home--something some of the newer, flashier cafes lack. Yummy croque monsieur and other sandwiches and baked goods. Very comfy seating. read more

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Loved the vibe and the honey wine here. Had a Brie and fruit plate, great for our gluten-free needs.

staff were really friendly! they apparently have a live band playing from 1-5pm. the hot latte ($4+) was a good size, oat milk was an extra $1 and the total came up to $7. espresso could have been a bit stronger read more

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This place is fantastic! It's very large, but has a cozy feel at the same time. Went at different times of the day on weekends and weekdays and there was always a choice of seating. On Saturday afternoon there was a jazz band that was excellent. The staff was wonderful. My most favorite thing was the iced latte that came with a pistol-shaped ice cube! Feels very local, no tourists with bus stop on the corner. Free wifi, great for studying or working, reading a book, knitting, etc. Love this place! read more

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Food: I ordered a Lox Bagel. I was surprised to see that the bagel came on a plate with the toppings neatly arranged on the side - and I found that I quite prefer it this way. It allows for the freedom of choice for what & how many toppings one would like to have at a time. Service: order at the counter and pick up when your name is called, then bus your own table. The owner is very welcoming and kind. Ambiance: Near the entrance, there are plenty of cozy plush chairs and couches to sink into. There are plenty of wooden tables and chairs as well in the majority of the cafe. This appears to be a great place to study, write, or work in peace. The cozy aspect is something I would return for. read more

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Wonderful, coffee shop great atmosphere lovely owner great service. Everything you're looking for in a coffee shop. I look forward to coming back. read more

The space is nice, the coffee was only ok. The owner who took our order was rude. Poor service ruins whatever it has going for it.

This was my first stop in San Francisco as I needed a pick me up. The staff was wonderfully pleasant and explained the difference of Turkish coffee. I was intrigued and gave it a try - OMG. It includes flavors of cardamom and ginger which was a wonderful herbal addition that I will be thinking about forever now. The coffee did not include cream, but was thick and creamy itself without it. I'm obsessed! The cafe itself was very open air with open doors and a back patio with plenty of plants and mural art. This was a wonderful stop on my walk, I'd recommend it, specifically give the Turkish Coffee a try! read more

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Oh gosh! I had such a great experience here today. First time customer, found them through infatuation SF "best places near me to get serious work done". Meaning i have enough space to privately sit with my laptop and headphones for a few hours, uninterrupted, to get stuff done. Cappuccino: DELIGHTFUL, the barista wrote my full middle eastern name into the foam! I've never seen it spelled out in a cap My Bagel Sandwich came with more accoutrements than at most places for 6.50! delightfully crispy, creamy-cheesy goodness served with a smile. Strawberry Smoothie to finish it off The music was loud, but pleasant in an unexpectedly awesome way. I'm usually sensitive but chose to sit near the speakers and really....Get. Stuff. Done. If you prefer more quiet, they have plenty of seating away from the one speaker Outdoor seating - yes. Your friend's diy cute backyard vibes, calm, cute!!! Outdoor plug for charging: i didn't see one. Indoor seating - yes. or Indoor plug for charging: yes! Small business & locally owned for yearssss. so glad i came in and got to interact with the awesome staff and get away from my chaotic house (where I'm constantly needed). PSA to gross negative reviewers below: Stop nickel and dimming small businesses over a $.5 charge. How many times have big banks or insurances hit you with some dumb fee significantly higher? Anyway!!! Go support this business read more

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Have a pleasure, enjoying my coffee and my scone at this place, but what Most stood up to me when I asked for a charger, both of the employees who went above and beyond to find the cable and the charger that I need and make sure that I'm comfortable and good read more

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One of the few places left in San Francisco where you can get a cup of strong coffee and sit down with good wifi.

Absolutely amazing. Quality food and coffee. The staff members are so sweet and friendly. Love the outside seating area! Will be back :) read more

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Super yummy pecan bars. Like a hand held pecan pie. Super groovy space. Friendly service. I understand the live music on Sundays is exceptional. read more

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Pretty solid coffee shop to do your work in! There's lots of seating, fresh air and great views along a tree lined street. It does get busy after 10am but noise cancelling headphones does the trick. Their wifi is fast enough, I'm able to run conferencing meetings just fine although its quite loud in here so my coworkers had trouble hearing me speak. Their avocado toast and turkey open face sandwich are tasty. Also a fun place to people watch. read more

VIVA CAFE INTERNATIONAL!! What a blissed-out welcoming classic SF Cafe with food. Gorgeous Zahra hosts the party like the salons we read about in books. Big breezy art filled - warm & cozy. Jazz on weekend afternoons. Great conversations, GREAT COFFEE & a damn fine bagel sandwich. Bonus points for a time traveling patio out back. read more

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Regrettably, it's not all that often that I come out to Lower Haight. Which, I have to admit, is a real shame, given how many interesting places have sprouted up around here over the years. Uva Enoteca I'm all too familiar with (love that place!), but Toronado, Iza Ramen, Wing Wings...and Cafe International! It's not often that I hear about random neighborhood coffee shops, but over the course of COVID, several of my ex-coworkers who live in the area mentioned it as one of their favorite spots to work from when they need a change of scenery from their usual four walls. Not exactly a ringing endorsement, perhaps, but enough to get me out here for a breakfast reunion with them! And to catch up with them too, of course... Now, while I may not spend much time in Lower Haight, I imagine that if you were to envision a coffee shop that manifests the feel and energy of the neighborhood, you'd probably get something that looks a lot like Cafe International. From almost the moment I stepped inside, I was immediately digging the ambiance and vibe. The space is cozy, with an open air patio in the back, a handful of couches up front, a bunch of large tables, and a rather eclectic collection of customers. More significantly to me, perhaps, was their menu - an array of coffee shop staples (typical coffees, smoothies, salads, and sandwiches) with a few more unique items (tabouleh, hummus plate, babaganoush, falafels) sprinkled in between. Despite how the menu does offer some interesting things, especially their falafels and sandwiches (if only it wasn't 930am...), their breakfast offerings are surprisingly sparse - just a few bagel-centric dishes and some assorted baked goods. Still, I knew exactly what I was ordering with my cup of coffee as soon as I saw LOX & BAGEL on one of their smaller boards. Sadly though, while the house coffee was okay (didn't love the bitter, nuttiness of their house brew, but it got the job done), my dish fell short. The cream cheese was more or less fine (wish there was more of it), but the bagel was a little heavy/dense and there wasn't much salmon (it looked like sockeye, for what it's worth). All in all, more okay than good/bad, but not quite what I expected for the money (~$12). Beyond the coffee/food, the service here gave me pause as well. Not that workers have to be overly cheerful or welcoming, but a couple of the staff members came across kind of short and impatient with us. One in particular seemed rather annoyed when taking some of our dishes away (he came to our table unprompted, mind you - we never asked), but it was also while the in midst of moving some tables/setting up for a group/event, so perhaps they were stressed or having a bad day? Regardless, even setting the service aside, I can't say I left Cafe International as impressed as my coworkers have been. Given the chill vibe and how it never got all that crowded or loud while we were here, though, I can see why they like coming here for a change of pace. After all, it's not like anything about this place was awful. It's just that it's not exactly a destination spot to travel across town for either. read more

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AVOID. The owner is absolutely awful. She treats her employees so poorly I've been left feeling awkward and embarrassed watching her berate them. Owner recently told me about how she was making money hand over fist by charging passers-by and tourists who need to use a restroom. If you look at the other 1 star reviews here stretching back the last 15+ years, you'll notice there's a theme of jaw-dropping rudeness and outright hostility. At one point, I provided housing for one of her employees with her reassurance and full throated backing. Sadly, her word was about as good as her food. This employee cost me hundreds of dollars and when I mentioned it to her, she suddenly had an unexpected case of explosive amnesia. I've told her I won't be returning; her response was telling my neighbors and mutual acquaintances that I'm "86'ed", a drug addict, and my partner has left me. None of those things are true. The menu hasn't changed in 430 years and she has no stove or oven so you're not going to find a hearty breakfast here. The egg bagel sandwich is overcooked and dry. You'll get three grapes and a 1/5th slice of a strawberry with your order and that is apparently supposed to be a meal. I'd recommend Kate's Kitchen across the street or The Grind a few blocks west, or literally any of the other restaurants on Haight street. If you want *amazing* hummus check out Palmyra two blocks west on Steiner read more

Great vibe, cute decor, lovely outdoor patio that's perfect for a sunny, (rare) warm day in SF. Coffee was pretty good as well. The pricing was strange. Lattes are advertised as $4 on the menu. I ordered an iced oat milk latte. I was charged $7.02. The barista first tried to tell me that it's because of tax, but what kind of tax is $3.02? Then, he explained the cost as thus: a latte is $4 but an ICED latte is $5 (I didn't see any signage explaining this). Then, oat milk is $1 more (Again, no signage explaining this). Then, there's $0.52 in tax. Then, another $0.50 in tax. I'm not sure I understand still, so knocking off two stars for that. read more

Amazing amazing spot! So fun and eclectic and just amazing vibes and owner. Sometimes they have live music! read more

Great sandwich, incredible cappuccino. Free WiFi and calm energy. Got a lot of work done. Great place overall.

The service here was top notch. Some of the nicest cashiers / baristas I've ever met and they really seem to know what they're doing! Overall, seems like a really welcoming place for anyone to sit down and enjoy. Also prices are affordable and wifi is pretty stable for working. The food / drink was decent but I think it just also wasn't my cup of tea! Super fast though. read more

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Stumbled upon this cafe walking around Haight street. Very cute and owner is welcoming and friendly. She upgraded my mocha just because, and boy was it delicious! There are couches by the window and you can relax and read and pass the time. The cookie was amazing too. Next time I will get a bagel sandwich. read more

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Sweetest neighborhood remote work spot in Lower Haight! I adore the kind staff there, and of course their coffee and pastries are great too. They were even nice enough to write my name on my latte! The interior is very spacious with large tables and wifi, so it's a great place if you want a cafe with comfy vibes that isn't as bustling and crowded as some of the chain coffee shops around town. The space has a lot of character and (as the name suggests) a very international music selection. There's also a pretty outdoor backyard area as well. The only thing to note is that they are cash only so come prepared! read more

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Love this famous place. Zahara is great, always loved smoking out back. You can always meet interesting people and have often great conversations there. The food is good, I recommend the daily soup specials or sandwiches. I recommend this place highly. read more

Huge dirty chai lattes! Friendly staff and good study/work space with wifi. The couches by the window are a cozy touch. read more

Cafe International - Huge dirty chai lattes! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Latte under $5 in the city! WOOH! Good mix of strong and creamy and a little bitter. Has a cute backyard patio and spacious but comfy/homey interior. Two FYIs * People can smoke on the patio and the scent kinda lingers * Cash only! read more

LOVe the ambiance and service. The food is exactly what you need it to be but can be a little pricy. The lady who runs the store reminds me of my grandmother who recently passed which makes the prices absolutely worth it. I love this spot. read more

I usually go here early in the morning when most other places aren't open but have also stopped in a few afternoons. I love the vibe at all times. Cafe International has the friendliest owner and employees, wonderful food, and my favorite iced mocha in the city. Today she added special ice cubes (: read more

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Excellent cappuccino and Turkish coffee, one of the best ones we've had. Came on a Sunday morning. The cafe is a quiet, relaxing comfortable place to hang out and wake up. Great couch and outside space. The auntie running the register is extremely kind and has such nice energy. Highly recommend this place. read more

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