I met my girlfriend for a cup of coffee before we went for a walk at the Golden Gate Park. Just reading from reviews; I was kind of second-guessing the place but I had an amazing experience. The guy with a gorgeous hair that assisted us was amazing and was super nice. I ordered americano and since I asked for a splash of oat milk; he didn't charge me for the non dairy milk. This Americano was made to perfection with enough water/espresso ratio, just absolutely delicious. The place was busy with steady line and the only thing I would say that the bathroom needed attending. CC accepted. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This spot is huge and has such a good café vibe. The line was insane on a Saturday morning (as expected), but it actually moves pretty fast. There's plenty of seating throughout, plus a really nice outdoor back patio if you walk all the way through. The coffee was genuinely good. I got a cappuccino and it was perfectly balanced not too strong, not too sweet. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a spacious café to work from. Free WiFi and lots of room to settle in. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - cool seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I stopped by Flywheel and for an iced latte after a run in GGP and it was the perfect post-run treat. The latte was super well balanced while still providing a much needed caffeine boost.I also tried my partner's nitro cold brew which was nice and foamy with a smooth roasty flavor. While we didn't stay for long, there's plenty of seating inside and plenty of people working or chatting so it seems like a nice place to hang around for a bit. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Flywheel is a great local chain of coffee shops, they have an amazing location on Haight Ashbury edge of GGP. It's a huge location with lots of indoor seating and even a nice back patio. I got a basic latte and an almond croissant. We got a nice table on the back patio, we were able to talk a while and enjoy the coffee and weather too. I think the coffee is really high quality, the croissant hit the spot. The space was clean and we got the coffees relatively quickly considering how busy it was. Everyone was really nice too. I think it's a great spot for coffee especially with friends, for work too! read more

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Hands down best latte in SF. The cold brew will also rev you up big time. If you happen to go during a run club meeting then waiting in line is still worth it. Get the coffee. Also, how is it so cheap? This place is a miracle. It's a bit loud for working, a little performative to do work in a place that is literally always packed, but it does have decent seating. I normally take my coffee for a walk in the park across the street. Send it. read more

If you rate this place anything less than 5 stars you are wrong The interior is super nice Only bad thing can be parking because it's with a grocery store parking But other than that anything u get here is good There's good lighting that's cozy There's water And there's good coffee In SF that is rare to be spot on with everything read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Lovely spot for coffee conveniently located a short walk away from Golden Gate Park! I've walked past Flywheel countless times and it always looks super packed, but I eventually managed to pop in on a quieter Monday afternoon. I can absolutely see why it's so popular -- the coffee is phenomenal, with a rich, nutty, and not overly bright flavor. My cappuccino had all the perfect ratios and was outstanding -- the perfect mid-afternoon pick-me-up before a long walk in the Park. They have a good amount of seating inside (plus very cozy vibes), but it is a popular spot so the tables fill up quickly; I'd try to come early in the morning if you're hoping to sit down and/or want a reliable place to tele-work. read more

What an amazing coffee shop!! I was staying with a friend nearby and we popped into Flywheel. Its not a huge location so definitely be wary of that, but definitely some seating available and lots of people working so great place to hang out for a bit. We got some lattes and took a seat. Such a smooth and delicious drink and a great drink! I ended buying some beans while I was there for the friends I was staying with as a drink. 10/10 overall and would love to try more of their drinks. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great for pretentious coffee people. However, if you actually want a good cup of coffee, this is not the place to go. First off, immediately upon walking in, there's a plethora of 20-something year old girls who, surprise, are extremely rude! If you hate your job that much, quit, lol. You ask for a vanilla latte, because let's be for real, it's 2026. What coffee shop doesn't have vanilla latte? They tell you they don't have that, but they rudely say that they have simple syrup. Duh! Why wouldn't you know that? After you get your coffee, you go to this disgusting looking counter where you practically make the coffee yourself. Sugar packets everywhere, the counter is really wet for some reason? Simple syrup isn't even labeled, so you have no idea what it even is. God forbid you ask any of the girls working. On top of it all, your coffee is comparable to absolute dog water. How are you going to charge $6 for a latte that has literal chunks of grain sitting in the bottom of the cup. Maybe it would've tasted decent if the customer service wasn't so gosh awful. Basically, this place is only open because it's located close to Amoeba records and the park. Go elsewhere lol read more

Every time I visit Cole Valley Flywheel is my go-to spot for good coffee. Their baristas know exactly what they are doing and I always leave with the perfect cup. Typically I order a pour over or a Cortado. The Cortado always comes out just right, with great flavor and looks great in photos to boot! They almost always have a selection of pastries at the front (if they aren't sold out) and I am often tempted into a doughnut or some other treat. The apple bacon maple doughnut was a fan favorite for me. Fair warning- it does get really busy! That being said, the line tends to go quickly and there is ample seating, so I have never had an issue finding a place to perch. Plus, Flywheel is dog friendly you can bring your pup, which I have done on a few occasions. read more

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Ambiance: it's a public restroom repurposed coffee shop located inside GGP Service: there's only one staff working here, so you'll need to wait for everyone to place their order and pick up their drink before you can process your order, and the barista wasn't very friendly Drink: limited choices on their menu Coffee Latte - *** the foam is very creamy, but the coffee itself is very bland Price: decent quality, expect $5~$7 per drink read more

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came here on a sunday morning and waited in line to order for ~10-15mins which was pretty long. the beans are decent but their default cups are small, I paid $6.25 for an iced oat latte and finished it within 5 minutes read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - iced oat latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Visited during a break from my other office nearby with a coworker, and honestly... I wanted to like it more than I did. The space is beautiful and there is plenty of seating, but every table was taken, so it didn't really matter. It felt more like a co-working hub than a café. What really threw me off was the smoking happening right outside the front door. The smell carried into the shop, and it lingered enough to give me a headache. For a place serving coffee and pastries, the last thing I want to smell is cigarette smoke. They really should consider a no-smoking sign near the entrance. The barista was friendly and gave me a recommendation, which was a nice moment. I went with the iced Americano and a crumble pastry, and my coworker got the chai. Nothing was bad, but nothing stood out either. The pastry couldn't be warmed up, which was disappointing, and both of our drinks were just okay. My coworker even said the chai at the other coffee shop we tried was way better than this one. They do have a cute back area that I didn't notice until we were about to leave--wish we had known earlier. All in all, it's a nice-looking spot with average coffee and a few experience-killers that could be easily fixed. Not a go-to for me, but maybe worth another visit under better conditions. read more

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The service was really bad. They weren't calling names for the drinks and when we asked if it's our drink they weren't even sure what the have ready. The cashier and staff were also unfriendly. read more

Flywheel is always a nice quick coffee stop on the way into the park. My one nitpick is that the layout could be improved somewhat (feels a little cramped despite the multiple types of seating options), but service is usually smooth and efficient despite the small serving counter space and the long lines. I especially like their mocha and the chocolate shavings they use (compared to the syrups used by most other shops), and it's reasonably priced compared to other options in the neighborhood. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Iced Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

We had pour over Ethiopian, and pour over Sumatra and they were both super rich and full of flavor. A+ we also had a blueberry crumb cake- yum. I love the vibe inside- sort of comfy dark industrial read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Quaint local spot. Casual seating for work or chats. One register for order and await the drink further down the counter. Service is casual/easy and quick. Latte is very smooth. No bitterness. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - The fresh smell of roasting coffee beans. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

After a walk in Golden Gate Park, my friend and I decided to try out Flywheel Coffee Roasters nearby. As we arrived, there was a line forming out the door, so I had a good impression that the coffee was good. Slowly making our way inside, I was impressed with the interior and aesthetic of the cafe. Many people were doing work on tables or just having casual conversations. We waited about 10 minutes in line to order our drinks. NOTE: they don't have flavored syrups because they said they don't sweeten their drinks. One worker said they have a little station at the end of the coffee bar with only simple syrup and honey if we do want to sweeten it. With that, I was under the impression that they believe in the quality of their coffee, which I respect. So I proceeded to order a Mocha, which I was sadly disappointed in. My Mocha did not taste like a mocha at all, I barely got hints of chocolate and tasted watered down. Towards the end of my drink, I see that there is a lot of chocolate at the bottom of my cup and my drink is super grainy. My mocha wasn't mixed properly and that disappointed me. I want to give this place a higher rating, but my first experience just wasn't the best read more

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Flywheel is maybe my favorite thing about my neighborhood. It'll be a real loss for the Haight if they ever leave. The folks here know and care about coffee, the drinks are great and very consistent. And it's the perfect place to read or get some work done. It's also SUPER dog friendly. I love people watching and dog watching here. The staff absolutely love dogs too. The staff have always been great to me. Don't waste their time, don't be loud, don't smoke near the entrance, don't hog space without making a purchase occasionally. Tip well, be kind, and you'll have a great experience. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This establishment, despite its cool industrial coffee aesthetic and great location, unfortunately left me desiring more. Upon my arrival, the young lady with the ginger bob and attitude problem served me up a piping cup of sass. I did not appreciate this when all I asked was if they had any syrups. A simple no would have sufficed. Instead, I left in shambles, embarrassed, humiliated, and quite frankly a sad, sad old lady with a mediocre, UNSWEETENED, latte. I wouldn't have batted an eye if the latte was epic-- sometimes a bad attitude pours a great cup, but not in this case. Two stars for the atmosphere alone. But guys if you're gonna act pretentious, at least make a decent latte. Buh Bye! read more

I love flywheel but I feel like they do compromise quality when it's busy! I prefer the FiDi location over the one near the park as the baristas take more time with their drinks. Went to grab a latte before walking through the park and they were out of vanilla and brown sugar (kind of a big L lol). Also the lattes weren't hot and tbh that not good i fear read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - oat lattes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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My husband and I came here over a weekend to try a new coffee shop. He ordered an iced black coffee and I got an iced dirty chai. They were pretty good. I also got a chocolate donut. It was okay but didn't taste sweet so it didn't scratch my itch. The staff were nice and looked very hipster. There was a lot of seating near the front and scattered throughout the back towards the patio. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Interior view from the back - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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So cute and tiny! Barely any coffee. Awe what a cute little artisanal coffee shop overcharging 6 bucks for 25 seconds of drinking. How San Francisco ! Ugh Cute little cups About two sips total, and I'm small Don't even think about getting something iced. The cup size stays nearly the same so you're down to one sip! Sf please stop with these lame "cute" but nasty coffee shops read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Tiny! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Located next to the Golden Gate Park, flywheel roasters is a modern coffee shop. The flat white was extremely good, deep and rich. They also have a delicious affogato if you're looking for a caffeinated dessert . The cafe is usually busy and it takes a bit to get your coffee but it doesn't disappoint. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Flat white - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great coffee shop, came during a colder and wetter day which might explain why there a line or many people (in comparison to the other reviews saying there is a wait). I got a regular latte and the time from order to receiving was only a few minutes. Dogs are welcome, which is always appreciated, there is even a little dog bowl by the door. There is also plenty of seating to get some work done, both tables and couches. I enjoyed my latte. Semi pricey for the size of the drink but for San Francisco I would say it's the usual cost. Very balanced latte without it being too bitter or too milk forward. Would come back if I happen to be in the area again. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Latte and almond croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here for a quick coffee and the servers were so rude. The guy taking my order was so dismissive any time I asked a question, not to mention the coffee itself was god awful. Pissed I spent money just for watered down garbage with a side of disrespect. Would give 0 stars if I could. read more

I like it. The coffee was good, the place is a bit dark and slightly gloomy and a bit industrial. They have a commercial coffee roaster towards the back? Whoa. So serious. This passed my (coffee) vibe check and oh, the staff was nice and efficient. The line tends to be long. My little fur ball and I enjoyed the coffee sitting outside. Located on Stanyan Street between Page St and Haight St. read more

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Ok flywheel is really out here making crazy good coffee, I had the best affogato ever They are the only other coffee shop doing siphon coffee i recommend trying that if you're ever in the area and have time Don't forget to tip Flywheel pays attention to the way they are roasting the beans and serving the espresso From the cups to the ambiance this place is winning The baristas are very relaxed terrible attitude but they pay attention to the way they are pulling their shots Good stuff flywheel read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Cronch affogato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Visited Flywheel last Saturday since we were nearby & wanted to warm up from our bike. The interior looks pretty cool & has a kind of industrial feel with market lights. However, it was chilly inside - both doors were open so we didn't end up too warm. We ordered a latte & a mocha, & after waiting and seeing everyone else behind us get their orders we went up to ask about ours. Apparently, they forgot to call it out so it was just sitting there. They did remake it which was nice, but the coffee was just okay in my opinion. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Mocha, Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The cashier who helped me was incredibly unpleasant and dismissive. Despite my husband's warning about his previous encounter with a rude cashier, I went to Flywheel Coffee Roasters and proceeded to have a terrible experience ordering two coffees. The woman at the counter seemed really unhappy in her job and was extremely unfriendly, making me write a review. Growing up in San Francisco in the 80s, I often visited the Haight after school in my Presentation High School uniform, where we'd have to cross the street to avoid the skinheads who would harass and throw beer bottles at us. I will not be going back to Flywheel Coffee Roasters as I'd rather deal with skinheads than this woman. read more

This coffee shop is well beloved, and I can see why. I ordered a hot chai latte and wanted to slowly sip on it but ended up downing it. Maybe the mug made me enjoy the drink more so. I think it's so cute how they write your order on the cup with chalk~it's about the little things. The layout of the interior is very interesting with many seating styles. There are highchairs, sofas, shareable tables, and outside patio space. Seating still felt limited due to how busy this cafe tends to stay, but I can see myself coming back and spending a whole day working if I could snag an outlet. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Conveniently located right next to GGP, this is a perfect spot to pick up a coffee before some time in the park. I've tried a variety of their drinks and pastries and found them to be solid. There are a good amount of tables and chairs, which are often occupied by people on their laptops. The inside feels has a cozy x industrial aesthetic and is pretty dimly lit. read more

I stopped by last Thursday afternoon for some coffee since my friend recommended Flywheel to me! I was able to find a seat at one of the high top long tables (while sharing with another individual), but in general, the place was pretty full despite lots of seating. SIPHON - 9 I forgot which roast I selected (definitely a light roast) but I wanted to try the siphon method of coffee brewing since a couple of my friends hyped it up. You can only get the siphon coffee if you enjoy the coffee at the shop, though. The coffee was extremely smooth and clean but the coffee was really acidic and intense, more than it was bright and enjoyable. I wasn't a huge fan of the roast, unfortunately. Each brew does give you about two cups of coffee! read more

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The coffee was on time. They offer simple syrup and honey on the side too. It's closer to a park and has a lot of seating. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Cap and oat latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great coffee shop near Golden Gate Park! Their lattes and cappuccinos have the perfect milk to espresso ratio. Even my friend who normally doesn't like lattes said it was really good. However, their chocolate croissant and blueberry coffee cake were both quite dry. I recommend sticking to their coffee. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Didn't love their matcha but coffee had great flavor! Looks small on the outside but has a deep long interior with a good amount of seating and it's also a dog friendly space! Lime was out the door but went quick. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Flywheel is conveniently situated across from one end of Golden Gate Park and is an excellent spot to grab coffee before a long walk. In this particular occasion I needed a place to work for a few hours, and because it was raining, it seemed that everyone else had the same idea of hunkering down for the afternoon in Flywheel. I got a regular hot latte, and was thoroughly happy with the quality and temperature of the drink. They also have a great matcha. It was flooded and smelled like fertilizer (likely from whatever they were using to soak up the water) when I visited but aside from that unfortunate confounding variable, the coffee was solid and the location was conveniently across from Golden Gate Park! read more

I would love to give one of their locations a visit! The shop itself was insanely busy and honestly dirty, especially the bathroom. The line was out the door but moved quickly! Staff were efficient but still making quality items. Not a vast menu but that was no issue. My husband got a cold brew. I was hoping for a lemonade or something refreshing but no such luck. He said the cold brew wasn't very high quality but was fine. I could tell there was charm to be had but it was not ideal. read more

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This coffee shop is located at the base of the Panhandle, where it meets the Pan, which is GG Park. It's next to the Whole Foods. I came in here briefly on a weekend day, late afternoon, and I thought I walked into a Millennial's Singles Wine Bar that happened to serve coffee to counteract the booze. It was packed on a cloudy, cold, foggy SF summer day, loud, too much chaotic energy to relax in. The Pan in this part of GGP through the decades is a meeting place of young urbanites, with grassy areas and locked toilet facilities, to accommodate Hippies to Techies for half a century, trying to immerse into the SF vibe. The crowd has gone from guitar strumming flower childs saying "far out" and "peace brother" to driven tech bros and bro-ettes who reply "Got It" to everything like an AI clone on their AI smart phone. This coffee shop has 15-20 main varieties of the current and longtime legal drug of choice - caffeine - ranging from $4 espressos to $9 Affogato. Pour Overs, Drip, Siphon, hot chocolates, Americano, Lattes, etc. The space is long and narrow, from the storefront with glass to glimpse at the Pan greenery of GGP, to the rear closet sized breezeway patio, fitting 6 people in a large phone booth (phone booths are a previous century phenomenon where you can talk on a dedicated land line in a private booth if you have enough quarters ($0.25), with a door that can shut the outside noise around you, well, er, outside of your conversation, without $200 noise canceling things stuck in both ears or having to know a WiFi password). I am sure the "Vibe" (current popular word by Gen Z, who heard their grand parents saying it, now sort of claiming it for themselves, because it is too much work to come up with their own new vernacular) on a weekday here mid afternoon is a little more chillaxed (Gen X & early Millennials were creative with this morphed term 20 years ago). But coming here on a weekend on an SF summer day (pre-October Indian summer) is asking for a desperate crowd looking to get their hot caffeine fix, and getting all hyphy to beat the chill, and missing the Vibe. Got it? read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Hi - regular customer, almost every day for three years. Such a big fan thank you. But please - omfg no - please revert the lighting to the much more nuanced lower light. Terrible vibes with the new super-bright lighting (installed with new floor). Maybe darken floor a bit if you. You have such a dialled vibe. Please restore! Thanks. read more