Checked out Fueling Station and really enjoyed it. The food was tasty, filling, and came out pretty quickly. The atmosphere was laid-back and easy to relax in, and the service was friendly throughout. Solid spot for a casual meal or quick stop read more

This is a great neighborhood breakfast sandwich spot. My roommate and I were craving a breakfast sandwich one morning and stopped in. I got the egg, bacon, and cheese on a croissant with avocado and their chipotle sauce (so good!) I really like how you can add extra toppings to your sandwich and really make it exactly how you want. P.S: Order ahead and stop by for pickup! read more

This is an order at the counter coffee house with bespoke custom breakfast sandwiches. Quiet, good products, very accommodating read more

Fueling Station - Fueling Up - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

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After all the weekend Summer activities in San Francisco and all the concerts at Golden Gate Park and Stern Grove there is a need to refuel. Mondays are especially a day to grab a pick me up to begin the week to reboot and restart. A place where you can have a pit stop and relax and refuel is the Fueling Station in Russian Hill( Not in the country of Russia) in San Francisco. Inside it feels you have stepped inside an Art gallery opening with up-and-coming artist artwork displayed against on the wall. Inside you see people working on their laptop , reading, scrolling on their phone, and some engaged in a what have you done and what are you doing yap session. You will also see people outside engaging in an outside yap session and people watching. To fuel up the Fueling station offers espresso , matcha, Chaga Matcha , and tea. They also sell bagels. I got the Matcha Latte. It was smoother than a lot of matcha I have had but it was not water downed at all and not too sweet . I can taste the matcha flavor in every sip and it gave me a boost. I enjoy a good matcha cold or warm. After a night of drinking some alcohol Matcha helps with hangovers. Matcha is the pick me up which is smooth and this one is not very"diluted"and gives you energy so you feel very "rebooted "this place feels so relaxing which is for me"well suited "and the vibes are so undeniable and so "undisputed " Once inside you go to order you will be "saluted" and you find coffee pots and pots with plants in the backyard that are already deeply "rooted" plus the artwork is also "included" and I can hear someone in the back having an online meeting where somebody is still "muted" read more

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I'm so sad that Fueling Station has officially changed owners! That being said, I ordered some of my usuals today (an everything bagel with egg whites, turkey, cheddar, & sriracha aioli and a soy matcha latte)... and I can confirm the taste and quality are exactly the same. Service was a bit slower than usual as the new team is getting up to speed, but they were very nice/apologetic. I'm sure they'll hit the ground running in no time. read more

Fueling Station - Everything bagel with egg whites, turkey, cheddar, & sriracha aioli - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

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My husband and I were in the area and wanted to stop for a quick snack. The Fueling Station popped up on Yelp and so we made the walk over. The menu isn't super extensive which was great for those of us who want to narrow down their options quickly. I opted for their banana and nutella toast and it was good. They had plentiful of outdoor seating available which made this a great pitstop for us. read more

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Spacious, clean and relatively quiet spot with tasty food at reasonable prices. The staff is friendly and helpful. For our first lunch we enjoyed the chicken banh mi and the pork banh mi, each with added egg. The chaga matcha was quite good as was the flat white. Has a nice neighborhood vibe. We'll return to further explore the menu! read more

Cute spot Chaga Matcha. Mushroom and matcha Really tasty, earthy, for large No fancy top designs on foam 8-( Bagel and PB Toasted with crunchy peanut butter. Just enough for a decent bagel. No vegan pastries left Reasonable vegan options, maybe try in future trips read more

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Saturday, 9:15 am I found Fueling Station on my quest for the perfect San Francisco Avocado Toast. Good choice. I love how you can choose between The Works, Veggie, or All Aboard. Of course I chose the All Aboard combining avocado, bacon, poached egg, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes & onions. The egg was perfectly prepared, tomatoes not those refrigerated beef steak abominations. Everything tasted fresh, the raw onions added a little zing, cucumbers brought a satisfying crunch. Here's where I get crabby. I specifically asked for the toast to be toasted. They need to adjust the settings on their toaster, lowest setting barely grazed the surface. That made the bread easy to cut (yay), but difficult to eat with hands. I know, personal preference, but here's the deal. I always request toasted & 90% of the time cafes seem to have the same faulty toaster. The whole wheat (?) bread was not my favorite. I'd prefer a neutral sourdough or whatever slice. My English Breakfast tea with steamed milk hit the spot, giant tea bag took up 1/3 the cup. By 10am there was a line out the door, except for me everyone seemed to be locals, chatting with the friendly staff. Line moved well as four staff behind the counter. Bring your dogs, park the baby carriage. Interior space has plenty of eclectic furniture. Back room includes a love seat & additional seating. That's where you'll find the laptop campers & their empty coffee cups. Glad they're hidden away. There's also a couple communal tables, high table with rattan chairs, Three more tables inside the door, four outdoor cafe tables. I forgot to check in before paying & get 10% off the bill. No matter, I'll definitely be back. read more

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This place is the best kept secret in town. I have been frequenting this neighborhood gem for years and love the atmosphere, food offerings (the vegetarian Bahn mi!) and the lattes. However, this weekend I was sitting outside in the parklet section and noticed a very strong urin smell. I mentioned it to the staff and I hope they will do something about it. My suspicion is that the area is being used as an outside urinal (it is polk street nevertheless) and the tables that are stored outside and get their fare share. read more

The Breakfast Sandwich is tasty and filling. The service is fast and the staff is friendly. Whether you want a quick coffee or a full sandwich, you can't go wrong here read more

Tried this cafe because it's nearby our hotel in SF. The food was good but the portion was quite small and for the price, I think it's quite pricey. The seatings inside were nice. Their restroom was a bit clogged. There was water all over the floor and I hope they fix it soon because it's pretty serious. One of the servers was very nice. He gave us a lot of butter when requested. read more

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I was looking for a quick breakfast on Polk on a weekday. There were rave reviews about this avocado toast with bacon and an egg. People were commenting on the bread, which I thought was underwhelming. The egg was cooked to perfection though and there was plenty of avocado. Bathrooms were clean. Staff was a little curt. read more

Fueling Station - Avocado toast with bacon - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

I'd say this is Banh mi inspired but not a banh mi. Their meat had some similar flavors but I wouldn't say that this is what it should taste like. Flavor was a bit too sweet on the pickled veg. Their cucumber was really juicy? It was a weird mix. At their price, I wouldn't go again. Maybe try to look for a place with more value. What I liked about this place is that it seemed like a fantastic place to work and study. It had ample space and outlets for one to spread out your work stuff. Gentle music too. read more

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Great ambience and friendly staff. One of the few places that sell Chaga matcha -and organic and not too sweet. Must try!

I come to the fueling station because it is a relaxed and friendly. There is a long table at the back that I like to parking myself at for a bit to sip a flat white and do some writing. The overall feel is relaxed. I also like the Loraine quiche that they make daily. read more

Fueling Station - Flat white - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

On the most quiet part of Polk Street you will find this quiet and cozy coffee and breakfast shop. They have a couple tables outside and more inside. The service was was and everyone was super friendly. The food itself was ok. It wasn't the best breakfast sandwich I have had in the city, or even in the area; but I'm not going to kick it out of bed. There are a variety of sandwiches, pastries and coffee to choose from. read more

Fueling Station - Bacon, egg, and cheddar cheese bagel sandwich - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Simple, Cozy, and Friendly. That's just the short way of describing this cafe. This is the best cafe on Polk Street. Yeah yeah...there are other 'bougie' ones up the block such as Saint Frank (Very Mid) cafe réveille (Extremely Mid) etc... But this place gets it right. The food is simple and delicious; the drinks are well made and it's not overpriced. My go to are usually the Chaga Matcha or the Banh Mi (OMG you have to try the Banh Mi!!!). They have a variety of food and drink Menu. Sometimes, they would have seasonal items like the Pumpkin Bread Pudding which was 10/10. I never had anything like it, it wasn't too sweet, it's dense, moist, and guaranteed to put you on a food coma just so you can dream about that delicious thick bread pudding. This is a great place to do some work. It's quiet, there is WiFi, and it's spacious. The vibe is usually nice here (Unlike the other ones up the block that has too much beep boop energy if ya know what I mean). Of course, this place has courteous staff. They really focus on the quality of their craft and take care of the place. It's like you're dining/drinking at someone's small cozy home kitchen. There's nothing else I can really say about this place. All I know is that I come here almost everyday now. It's a lovely cafe and I'm glad I ran into this place. :) read more

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another overpriced sf coffee shop! got the mushroom coffee (was feeling adventurous) and it was like ~6.5 + 0.75 oat milk surcharge . they have wifi and outdoor seating! read more

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Amazing cute place, the food is so good and such good prices, their matcha is so yummy and the service is great! I got the bhai mi sandwich and it was perfect so i ordered another! Definitely check this place out. read more

Fueling Station - Bhai mi w pork and oat milk matcha honey iced latte!! - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great place to have a light brunch and work for a few hours. I ordered the avocado toast and iced matcha latte. They were both very good! Vegetarian avocado toast: The avocado and poached egg were great. I wish that the bread had been more toasted, and I'll try to request that next time. Iced Matcha Latte: I ordered the matcha latte without sugar. The matcha was light and grassy. The flavor was not as strong as other matcha drinks that I've tried, but it tasted great! Service was friendly, and the space was clean. There is plenty of natural light and a few plants throughout the store. I will come back again! read more

Happened to walk by this place on my way to the bookstore and saw they had coffee and food. There isn't too much seating overall, but there's 2 tables set up outside with benches, perfect for people watching. The iced coffees are good and they have some good bakery items. I ordered the banh mi bowl and it was good but it was definitely missing some kind of sauce. On the menu it says it comes with some type of aioli, but there was nothing on my bowl. If I was ever in the area I would maybe try it again, but overall I wasn't too impressed. read more

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Best place to be on Fridays for their freshly baked Focaccia bread! One of the most welcoming cafes I've discovered in SF. Great amount of seating both inside and out. All the staff are very kind, especially Lulu! Great menu items at a very good price. They offer breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, Etc. Definitely worth stopping by if you're near the Polk street area. read more

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Innocent enough name, right? But let me tell you, what's happening inside these walls isn't your average cafe situation. I walked in there, not knowing what I was getting myself into. The first thing that caught my eye was this so-called quiche Lorraine. Now, I've had quiche before, but this? This was different. The way that crust shattered when my fork hit it... like the petals of a rose flaking away. And inside - man, inside was this perfectly executed conspiracy of eggs, bacon, and Swiss cheese that would make a French chef weep. But that's not even the wild part. See, they had this banh mi. Vietnamese meets French in this underground fusion operation that shouldn't work, but somehow does. The crunch of that bread? Like footsteps in an empty alley. The pickled vegetables and herbs working together like some kind of covert taste operation. With a jalapeño that just comes out of nowhere to whip you back to reality. The real kicker was the cold brew. I'm telling you, what they're doing with that coffee... it shouldn't be legal. One sip and I could hear colors. The caffeine content in that thing? Let's just say if the FDA knew what was really going on in there... maybe don't have the cold brew after 3 PM unless you're planning to rewrite the entirety of War and Peace in one sitting.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Ambiance: Super convenient location. It's a warm, welcoming, low-key coffee shop with breakfast/lunch options and pastries. Service: I loved the older woman who was there the first time I came in. She seemed genuinely happy to see me and when she said 'have a good rest of the day,' I think she actually wanted me to. The other ladies there are also nice. Food: I've been here a few times now. First time I got the 'The Works' avocado toast and Combination Pork Bahn Mi bowl to go. The bacon on the toast was cooked to perfection, but overall the avocado toast was plain and something I can make at home. I added chili onion crunch and it was better. The Combination Pork bowl is my favorite! The pork is always tender and flavorful. The portion is big along with the rice and veggies, and it's less than $12. I've tried the Pork Bahn Mi sandwich and Chicken Bahn Mi bowl variations and they're all good too. I recently tried the Iced Chai Latte and loved the intense Chai flavor. Some places they water it down but not here! read more

Fueling Station - 'The Works' Avocado Toast - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Went here with my friend while we were on our way to fisherman's warf. The place is adorable with tons of indoor and outdoor seating. It's run by a friendly woman who makes everything herself including handmade bread! The bhanmis were delicious and definitely worth the price! I will definitely visit again the next time I am in the area. read more

Fueling Station - Latte (right) and thai tea (left) - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

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They were great with kids, they offered our baby girl a couple of fruits, and they were very helpful and fast with the food. The place was great. read more

Fueling Station - Breakfast sandwich with egg , turkey, sausage, and cheddar cheese and a matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

We walked by and went in to see what they are offering as my hubby likes his carbs. He got the banana bread, and spoke with the person who made it. He thought it was really good, not too oily, not too thick, and good banana flavor. They have parklets out front for breakfast/brunch/snacks. We already had brunch down the street, but we will be back next time to try more things. read more

Fueling Station - Banana Bread - made in-house. Hb said it was really good. - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

I know it said roast chicken banh mi instead of the usual grilled chicken you get at most banh mi spots but for some reason I still expected it to be grilled. Unreasonable of me I suppose! Well it was indeed roasted and tasted just fine. Kind of makes me want to try making banh mi with some Costco rotisserie chicken. They've got both indoor and outdoor seating, which is nice. read more

I love to come here. Everyone is so nice here. The coffee and the food always taste so good. I like to start my day here! Definitely my favorite spot on Polk Street:)) read more

Fueling Station - Chaga matcha:)) - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Power outage at my house for the last few days forced me to find a good place to work for the day. This place is clean and lovely and has great Wi-Fi. The food is delish and reasonably priced. I had the quiche with bacon and it was pretty sizeable (at least for San Francisco) and tasty as well. The array of espresso drinks are vast and the 2 that I had definitely put some nice pep in my step. I had a flat white and a whole milk latte -- both made at the correct temp unlike certain other spots that can burn the espresso. The oatmeal came with brown sugar on the side, came piping hot and with nuts, raisins and orange slices. The service was fast, friendly, and quirky. The ambience can be a tad loud at times as there are no noise dampening measures (tile floors, hard walls). The staff cooks right in front of you so there can be noise from that, bussing dishes, and general conversation so if you're looking for a dead silent cafe this isn't the space. Calls outside seem to be the norm. There are also some kitchen smells despite the open front doors. Luckily I had some headphones for times I really had to focus but otherwise it's a lovely, lively spot filled with kind people and good food. Highly recommend! read more

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Nothing but reliable quick and friendly service at this Russian Hill spot. A wide menu with reasonable prices. It is a very large cafe with indoor space and outdoor space. Head towards the back to see how large it is! This is a practical option for those seeking speed of service and reasonable prices for balanced food options (slant toward healthy stuff you can feel good about eating). I intend to return to bump this up to 5 stars. Minus one for now, because the bread was kind of thin and below average for a toast entree, and the eggs could have used a little sauce or something as they seemed plain and maybe rubbery, white overderdone? but yolks perfect - strange. Tasty, just needed a little something. read more

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The previous owners will definitely be missed! I made a takeout order today, but realized after getting home that they missed the extra egg white in the sandwich, for which I was charged $2.20 extra. Definitely disappointing but hoping the service gets better. read more

Great food, even better people and service. Vietnamese Iced Coffee: Bold & rich coffee, super great. Combination Pork Banh Mi: Absolutely delicious, packed with flavors and a perfectly crunchy and soft at the same time. Salsa Sunrise: Pictured. Delicious, toasty waffle with jalapeño and lots of toppings. Great way to start the day and be not too full. read more

Fueling Station - Salsa Sunrise - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very friendly staff and absolutely excellent coffee. Ordered a hot chagachino with almond milk and it hit the spot. The inside was small but they still had seating if you wanted to stay and sip your coffee with complimentary water. Very nice owners. read more

Fueling Station - Chagachino - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

My boyfriend and I have been wanting to try to Chagaccino coffee, and this morning we came for that and a quick breakfast. We were greeted in a friendly manner, and we ordered the breakfast sandwich and the "All Aboard" avocado toast. When I realized I wanted to change my drink order after paying, it was not a problem. They call your name to grab your coffee like any coffee shop, but will deliver your food to the table. You do have to bus your own tables at the end. The coffee was fantastic, but that All Aboard avocado toast was something out of a dream with the most perfectly poached egg on top. They also give you a lemon wedge, which I highly recommend on any avocado toast. This was our first visit, but I will definitely be making this location a staple. read more

Super cute business, the staff were lovely and there was a ton of seating even though they were lightly busy. I got a breakfast sandwich and my son got the strawberry waffle. My sandwich was delicious, and my son inhaled his waffle. I will say that given the price the waffle could have been a bit bigger. It was about the size of a quarter of a standard Belgium waffle. read more

Fueling Station - Strawberry and cream waffle - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

We stopped here for breakfast on a day trip to SF, and I'm so glad we did!! We ordered the strawberry waffle, avocado toast, breakfast sandwich and oatmeal. I also ordered a flat white. It really hit the spot! My whole family loved their dishes and the service was quick and super friendly!! My son is allergic to dairy and they even carry vegan muffins, which was a huge hit!! read more

Fueling Station - Avocado toast - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

I keep forgetting this place exists because it's located at the end of the commercial part of Polk St in Russian Hill. I thought of this place one morning when I was searching on Yelp for a restaurant that was open early for breakfast sandwiches and within walking distance. The lady on the phone was friendly and took our phone order. Clean restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Our breakfast bagels and coffees were delicious! Will go back to try their banh mi sandwiches. read more

Fueling Station - Breakfast bagels - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Whether you are here for a vegetarian quiche to enjoy in the morning, a quiche for lunch, or even one for an early dinner, the last thing you want is for your laptop to run out of battery. Do not worry; this cafe is a great cafe to study in, offering plenty of outlets, reliable wifi connection, and table selection. read more

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