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    Equator Round House

    4.1 (239 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea, Cafes
    Closed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Elizabeth C.

    My expectations were surpassed! [[HIGHLIGHT]]What a cute cafe and what a beautiful view of the golden gate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The cashier was helpful when I asked what she recommended. We ended up sharing the hot turkey melt sandwich and an ube cookie. Both were divine. The drinks were soo cute and both had great flavors. I loved my banana matcha creamy and not too sweet.

    Round House Cafe
    Diane W.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Located at the Golden Gate Bridge Plaza in San Francisco, the Round House Cafe stands as a historic, circular Art Deco building.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This establishment offers breathtaking panoramic views of the bridge and bay.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Operated by Equator Coffees, the Round House Cafe serves a delightful array of specialty coffee, tea, pastries, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, soups and salads. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was extremely busy and crowded inside, while we were there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We opted to sit at one of the many benches outside to enjoy the beautiful views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Beth A.

    The strawberry honey latte and the ube snickerdoodle were top notch but the avocado toast was way too much for me. Lots of avocado and they had a spicy seasoning I couldn't quite get into. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very great view of the Golden Gate Bridge with cute interior![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Chocolate hazelnut croissant
    L B.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Picturesque location with view of GG bridge.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Tasty & healthy sandwiches, croissants were generous-sized and delicious, especially the pistachio-berry one, chocolate hazelnut was nice too. Gelato pops were nice too.

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    Edgar H.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you're looking for a great view and great coffee, equator round house is the place to go.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They offer coffee, food, and great service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The seating is minimal but you can brave the cold outside with a warm cup of coffee.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I recommend getting a mocha + deli sandwich

    Caili C.

    I recently stopped by for an afternoon coffee pick-me-up while walking around the Golden Gate Bridge / the Presidio and was excited to try the Caramelized Banana Latte. This location is always super busy with tourists and locals alike but luckily the line wasn't too bad on a random Wednesday. The latte was great with a housemade banana spice syrup which reminded me of a banana version of a pumpkin spice latte. Love that it wasn't too sweet and the iced latte really hit the spot. This Equator location also sells warm paninis, salads, and breakfast burritos!

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    Ed U.

    It wasn't a cozy spot by any means, but it was functional if you happen to be walking on, around, or near the Golden Gate Bridge. On the upside, this coffee stop is a solid reuse of a historic 1938 circular Art Deco building. The surprisingly robust menu consists of coffee options, sandwiches, and light fare like avocado toast and quinoa bowls. Not remotely hungry, I came in here just before embarking on my windswept walk on the bridge. Surprisingly it wasn't packed with tourists, just lightly congested unfortunately with a touch of rudeness from both customers and staff. I don't know what encouraged the brusque behavior and curt interactions, but it made me want to minimize my time in here. I ordered the $5.50 Rooibos Chai Latte which satisfied my need for pre-hiking fuel (Photo 7). I'm not overly excited to return, but a future bridge walk might force me to change my mind. TEA - 3.5 stars...the rooibos was a nice touch AMBIANCE - 3 stars...cool building but a cacophony of sounds SERVICE - 2 stars...curt TOTAL - 3 stars...if you must RELATED - Exploring Treasure Island? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/qWaDmlLosM

    View from bench
    Lili M.

    My family and I wanted to walk the Golden Gate Bridge and stopped here afterwards for a treat. Kudos to the workers here, they had non-stop lines of people for the hour we spent here. The workers were nice, the drinks were decent, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the view of course was beautiful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you sit inside you can get some great photos of your drinks/food or yourself with the bridge in the background.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]When we got here there was no seating inside or anywhere to stand either.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat outside and enjoyed our drink.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Sharon G.

    This coffee spot is at the beginning of GGB and a perfect spot to grab a drink! I got the Habibi latte was it was delicious! I loved the cardamom taste but wished the espresso was a little stronger! Service is super quick and friendly, and you get a great view on a sunny day

    Iced Habibi 10/10!
    Amanda D.

    The Ice Habibi completely won me over. It was refreshing, unique, and honestly one of the highlights of my visit. I also ordered the turkey panini, which was super delicious. The arugula added the perfect fresh, peppery flavor that really elevated the sandwich. On top of the food, the location is unbeatable. You get an incredible view of the Golden Gate Bridge while enjoying your meal, which just makes the whole experience even better. Great food, very nice staff, amazing drinks, and a view you can't beat!

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    Katie L.

    Found this cafe on Yelp when we were making our itinerary and chose it because it had the best view! We were right to come here, as the coffee was amazing! I had the matcha latte with strawberry cream top! My friend had one of the seasonal drinks (we can't remember rn but it was the one that wasn't an orange/citrus drink) and said it was good!! The pastries were very sweet and crispy! Though I wish there was an option to have them warmed up Servers were warm and friendly! They were even patient with other customers who I overheard were complaining about the wait time

    Iced Red Velvet Matcha Latte
    Alyssa A.

    We were told we had to stop by for a coffee after walking the Golden Gate Bridge, and it was the best recommendation. Not only was it a nice reprieve from the rain, but it has such gorgeous views of the Golden Gate Bridge. We were here in November, and it was surprisingly empty. But you could see the signs where it said it would be more than an hour wait for a drink. So definitely be prepared to wait in line to order and wait for your drink to be made during the peak tourist season. Few seating options - there's bar seating facing outward toward the Golden Gate Bridge. Otherwise, a few tables and that's it. Better for a grab-and-go when it's busy. But if you have the opportunity, it's super nice to relax at the bar and enjoy the view. We only got drinks, but their seasonal Red Velvet Iced Matcha Latte was decent. Didn't quite hit the flavors for my preference, but it still hit the spot. Overall, a good spot to get a quick snack or caffeine-fix. Nice to sit and relax if it isn't too busy.

    Isaiah G.

    I found this place on TikTok and decided to give it a try. I went early on a Saturday there's parking right next to the cafe and there's also an overload parking. This is next to the golden gate. There's a lot of walking paths as well as bikes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is busy and has a ton of tourists.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's nice and open you can see the menu as soon as you walk in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a pretty good selection of coffee and ready to grab orange juice. The prices were okay for there to be a lot of tourist it wasn't over priced. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It does have the best view you'll ever want.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Then you can walk around get your steps in with your coffee. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was a ton of bathrooms outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had a pretty good experience.

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    Sausalito Bakery & Cafe

    4.0
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    3.2 mi
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    I could not recommend any single cafe more than this one if you are in the area…read more Every pastry behind that counter is amazing. I come here at least once a week on a bike ride and I have a wonderful time without fail. Sit and look at the water, talk to the man behind the counter. He always has a fun quip to start the day. There is a bathroom in the back. It feels really old fashioned and legit. Love this spot. The same guy is working there every time I go and he always has a smile on his face. Dog friendly and biker friendly. Just got blueberry banana bread for the first time today and while my bike home was a bit slower, it was worth it.

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    An array of pastries and cookies!
    An array of pastries and cookies!
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    The outside view of the shop
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    3.7
    (139 reviews)
    3.3 mi

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    Chic environment
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    4.7
    (535 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    I love Pandan haha…read more Small shop, but some seating is available-- more of a place to catch up and hang out, than it is for quiet study computer time Pandan Coffee is delicious~~ Matcha Pandan is not bad but after trying both, my preference is the Coffee haha Yummy pastries, nice staff Parking is terrible so good luck hahah

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    Pandan Matcha (Oat Milk)
    Pandan Matcha (Oat Milk)
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    Kaya toast
    Masala Chai, Pea Earl Grey Tea, and a slice of Spekkoek.

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    Masala Chai, Pea Earl Grey Tea, and a slice of Spekkoek.
    California Kahve

    California Kahve

    4.3
    (56 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    If you like your coffee strong and bitter, you'll like this coffee truck!…read more Located in Presidio this is a great addition to a day out -- espresso drinks and non caffeinated ones as well, and they carry some pastries too. Although we didn't get any end of day, they were sold out. Also, expect a queue! Cappuccino was strong, Mocha was delicious and not over sweet. I'll definitely come back whenever I revisit Presidio.

    I stopped by California Kahve while walking through the Presidio. The food truck setup is genuinely…read morecharming, and there was a long line, which made it feel like a must-try. Between the location and the aesthetic, I was excited to see what the hype was about. My friend and I ordered the turmeric golden latte and the butterfly pea latte from the "botanical + herbal" section. Both drinks looked beautiful, but they tasted surprisingly thin and pretty flavorless. There wasn't much depth or richness, and we were confused because we expected a latte-style drink to include espresso. After asking the barista, we learned that the botanical + herbal drinks don't come with coffee or espresso at all. That wasn't clearly indicated, and the word "latte" definitely led us to assume otherwise. To their credit, the barista was kind and offered to add an espresso shot to my drink once I mentioned the confusion. After the addition, it tasted significantly better and finally had some body. I just don't understand why that wouldn't be the default or at least clearly labeled on the menu. The concept and setting are appealing, but the experience itself felt underwhelming.

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    Presidio.
    Presidio.
    Golden turmeric latte
    Golden turmeric latte
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    4.6
    (247 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    "She was born in spring But I was born too late…read moreBlame it on a simple twist of fate" (Bob Dylan) Well, it kind of looks like a convenience store from the outside. And it kind of looks like a convenience store from the inside. But if you look deeper into the interior, you'll see an ordering counter and a kitchen. That's because the Twisted Café REALLY is a café. It's open every single day from 7AM - 10PM serving breakfast bagel and croissant sandwiches, breakfast toasts, bowls, pastries, smoothies, specialty sandwiches, teas and coffees. There are racks of potato chips and the like, refrigerated cases with soda, juices, beer, energy drinks, and a few grocery items. There are a few tables and chairs inside and a few outside in the courtyard next to the Infinity hotel. We were two of a dozen relatives staying at Infinity, all in town for a wedding. Our group made quite a few trips into the Twisted Café for snacks , drinks, breakfast, sandwiches, etc. The day of the wedding, we didn't want a big lunch, so my wife and I split a Veggie Delight Sandwich ($14) with Hummus, avocado, provolone cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, everything bagel seeds, tomatoes, and arugula on toasted ciabatta bread. It was really loaded up thick with all of those goodies and was an excellent value for the price, quantity and quality. A bag of chips was $1.99 and a Cappuccino was $5. Pretty reasonable pricing as well. The service was excellent, from the cheerful gent at the morning counter to the smiling young lady at the afternoon counter. There is a big screen TV on their exterior wall facing the courtyard, and we saw a group of soccer fans watching the World Cup! That seemed very appropriate given the "community vibes" we felt at the Twisted Café.

    While walking through the neighborhood, I decided to try a new coffee shop for a change. Twisted…read moreSt. Cafe was nearby, so I decided to check it out. The cafe is small and next to a hotel. Despite its size, it offers comfortable seating inside and out. Sitting inside, which is what I opted for, I could see the busy foot and car traffic pass by on Lombard Street. They offer a variety of breakfast options, and their Avocado Toast looked inviting, but I stayed with a cup of drip coffee. There was only one person behind the counter, and she welcomed me as soon as I walked in and took my order. The coffee was strong and flavorful, not too watery. I took my time sipping it while looking around the cafe from my seat. If I visit again, I would love to try their Avocado Toast and another hot cup of coffee here.

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    Patio area and entrance
    Patio area and entrance
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    Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant
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