Kind staff, beautiful interior, and delicious Yemeni coffee. Would absolutely recommend coming for…read morean amazing coffee experience. The pot of Sana'ani was delightful and refreshing. The cardamom adds an element of spice to the otherwise bitter dark roast, and the flavors combine well.

I do love a Yemeni café. This one lacks some of the cushiness and charm of the other Yemeni cafés,…read morebut that's to be expected given its location - real estate is scarce. The drinks and such are still solid. One of my go-tos in this area of Soma. A good place to meet up for coffee or to have a destination to walk to during a one on one. I usually get the adeni chai and it usually comes scalding hot, so be careful. If I wanted to spend a long time working there, I would probably prefer to get a pot, but I'm not sure why someone would spend a long time of this area unless they worked at an office here.

Stopped by Earth Tone Cafe after lunch at San Tung on a whim, and it ended up being the cutest…read morelittle surprise! I got the banana matcha latte, which was made with real banana purée, so you get a little banana moment with each sip. It was creamy, lightly sweet, and such a fun twist on a matcha latte. Each drink was also decorated with a tiny dried flower, which is apparently all it takes to make my entire day. It was such a thoughtful little touch and made the whole drink feel extra special. Would definitely stop by again if I'm ever back in the area!

OMG what a gem! A nice little hole in the wall that they decorated so well that makes it seem…read morebigger. The colors, the furniture, to the flowers taped on the cup. I tried the Thai Kaffe Latte and it was tasty! The drink was made quickly and to my liking, with oat milk and light ice. Although, I had little interaction with the lady working, the tiny details made the experience. When we're in the area again, I'll definitely be visiting. Such a cute and genuine place.

The Social Study is such a cute, underrated bar in the city! I love their selection of drinks and…read morethe aesthetic retro decor. Amazing date night spot and open surprisingly late. :) They have a wide array of wines, beers, and signature cocktails. I got their hot apple cider and it was good! It wasn't strong [:(] but it was definitely delicious [:3]. The chairs built into the wall were a little uncomfy but they looked so chic. The bar projected an anime on the wall on the night that we went and it made for a great vibe. Service was a little slow (it seemed like it was only one person servicing the whole place) but they were friendly and attentive! Would 100% recommend checking the Social Study out if you're in the area!

I first heard if this spot from a co-worker that insisted we try this place out. I purposely…read moreavoided looking up reviews on the place because I wanted to form an honest and unbiased opinion. I really can't put into words what a vibe this place is. From the exposed brick walls to the reclaimed wood tables, floors etc. the whole place felt "lived in" and upbeat. The drinks and service were top tier, and the curated small bites menu of snacks were a perfect accompaniment to the evening. If you are in the area, or want to pregame before a night out in the Fillmore or Japantown, this is a good place to kick the night into gear.

When we walked up to the bright turquoise Breadbelly building there was a line that had begun to…read moreform outside, but the crowd was lively and they had a speaker blasting songs from the Black Eyed Peas. It was a vibe. My energy was kept up with one of their delicious hot matcha cappuccinos! Now for the food...I ordered their regular breakfast sandwich, but there was nothing regular about it. I love that they used a pandesal (Filipino bread) for the sandwich bun! And the sauce!! The sauce gave it incredibly unique flavor that had me stuffing my face. I tried a bite of their sausage biscuit smash and was equally impressed! It was like a Sausage McMuffin, but 10x better. I would definitely come back and grab some of their sweet treats to go too! Also, would definitely recommend this spot to friends looking to grab some brunch.

Really delicious baked goods! My favorite is the kaya toast, which has super soft milk bread with a…read morecoconut pandan jam that is not overly sweet. It has the perfect balance of sweetness with just a hint of savory. The coconut flavor is subtle. The kaya bun had a similar coconut pandan filling and was also delicious, though I still preferred the kaya toast. We also tried the croissant and gyeranbbang, both of which were good. I have also had their Mt. Tam Basque cheesecake before, which is incredibly rich and decadent. It is perfect for enjoying a few bites at a time, though it is a bit too heavy for me to finish in one sitting. The yuzu americano drink was not my favorite pairing. It tasted carbonated and sour, which I guess true to the description, but it just was not for me! Friendly service! Convenient to place online orders through their website. Street parking only.

The place is called Stonemill Matcha so I should've got some matcha or latte, but I digress. I've…read moreheard this place has one of the best katsu sando around and as a lover of Katsu, I couldn't skip it. There's some good places in SF like Cafe Okawari. But Katsu is really becoming the new hype of the day for Japanese food, following the Sushi, Ramen, Japanese Curry, Katsu trend. So I came in with a critical view. I feel like Yoshoku in general may be next but I yet again digress. The box sandwich came in a cute little box. The inside was packed so I couldn't get a chance to fully appreciate the cafe, but the service was nice though the pay line may have moved slower than hoped. I'll say this. This is "the" best katsu sando in the bay. The katsu is crispy, but little on the softer side. But this hardness matches perfectly with the absolutely tender, soft, juicy pork wrapped inside. I'm looking at the menu again and it all makes sense. The pork has been in shio koji, making the meat ever so tender while adding the subtle but complicated marinated flavor. The cabbage is plenty, but not over packed to take away from the main Katsu flavor. What really perfects it for me, was not only the sweet and savory katsu sauce, but the mayo with dash of I think a karashi mustard. That slight tingle, the perfect kick gives a powerful awakening of flavor that really sets the it apart. This is art, an artisan. Culinary art is the refuge no raging rampant AI slop "art" can ever hope to touch. Until the day we get some cyborg implant to our brain into gustatory, olfactory functions. Even then, I don't think any tasteless tech bro are hopeless to create anything unique or beautiful.

Ambiance: A small matcha theme'd cafe located in the Mission…read moredistrict serving a wide variety of matcha drinks and dishes. The inside has nice lighting and both booth and chair seating to pick from and music that's not overly loud to allow work and catching up with friends. Wait time: Not a long wait time early in the morning between time of ordering and receiving your drink. If you are taking it to go there is an outdoor pick up window attached to the outside of the store for convenience and to prevent cluttering inside. Service: Friendly staff and helpful with suggestions on the menu for both drinks and food. Drinks: Ginger Matcha Latte: The strong matcha and spicy ginger flavor paired well with the sweetness of the Oat Milk creating a balanced flavor. Drink size was fair based on other matcha shops. Overall, a nice little tea shop to pick out a good quality matcha beverage, light Japanese style breakfast / brunch, or a sweet treat. Clean and quiet ambience inside with friendly staff.

Jasmine tea and matcha are having a moment, so i was eager to try Tadaima's rendition…read more It was tasty! The less sweet version was just right for me and I think the bitterness from each tea balanced each other well. The matcha added grassy notes, while the floral jasmine made for a very fragrant drink! We came right at opening, so we didn't wait at all. But, the line was already super long by the time we left. I would be curious to try their other specials and sandwiches in the future!

I can understand why folks enjoy this place! Great location and cool vibe. We picked up a quick…read moresnack after the lunch rush but there was still a healthy line of people ordering at the counter. When you walk in the interiors have a S.F. Marina modern feel with ample seating. We had the chicken and egg sandos (sandwiches) and a unagi Musubi. Both sandwich fillings were spot on with Japanese flavors, my only comment would be the bread seemed a little dry...this could have been due to the timing of the day‍. I think what makes the food so appealing is the Japanese flavors in a familiar package...it's the Bread Stupid! Yes we will come back and we recommend.

The lush foliage & canopy of trees shading Stable Cafe's patio make for an absolutely enchanting…read moreatmosphere. Sitting in their garden for brunch on a sunny-ish day (SF rarely gets hot-hot) is so good, & thankfully, so is the food. My $20 order of Chilaquiles is the most expensive item on the menu; proof that a moderately-priced, filling meal can still be found in this economy. Enjoyed my plate of two eggs, properly-crisp bacon, & small pile of sauced-up tortilla chips. I 86'ed refried beans, as I'm not a fan, but for those who partake, I imagine it bulks up the meal considerably. Food arriving to the table cold is my only complaint, but it wouldn't stop me from eating here again tomorrow.

Such a cute spot! Came here at 11am on a Sunday, and there wasn't a short line that went by quick…read more The line definitely gets longer after that. Parking is a lil hard to find, so defs come early or do a rideshare. I was so happy the weather is nice when I went with my friend, so we were able to sit outside. Outside is very spacious with several seating, perfect for an event space as well! I ordered the Korean Chicken Sandwich, which was pretty good! The iced oat latte was decent as well. I would love to come back for brunch!

A local we met on the ferry to Alcatraz told us about Tartine, so after lunch we headed this way…read more It was late afternoon so they were sold out of some things, namely the almond croissant, but we made due. The lemon tart was amazing. If their other pies are half as good as this tart...holy cow. We wished we had come in the morning, but it was still worth the Uber trip to the area to try this place out.

It is unfortunate I tried Tartine and Arsicault the same weekend. No, Tartine and Arsicault is not…read morea new cop show coming to TBS next fall, but rival bakeries, and Arsicault absolutely outshines on laminated pastry. And I do mean shine, by the butter stains on my napkin and coffee cup. That said, Tartine's double-baked croissants are great, and their handheld peach pie was dense and flaky. Turns out Tartine is actually more famous for large rustic bakes--like their benchmark sourdough country loaf, morning buns, and banana cream tarts--none of which I tried. On a scale from 1-15, I give them a Tartine.