Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Il Canto Cafe

    4.7 (847 reviews)
    Closed • 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

    Order Il Canto Cafe Takeout or Delivery

    Il Canto Cafe Photos

    IL CANTO CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Il Canto Cafe

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Jeremy G.

    Pretty good breakfast burrito. The eggs creamy. The sauce was saucing. Wish they had hot sauce other than tapatio. Long lines, call in if you can. Outdoor seating. I did notice they will be moving into a new spot. Burro is a good size, you can kill it on your own and feel good or share it someone. Will definitely be making this a regular when I'm in the city

    Chipotle Burrito
    Connie N.

    My coworker recommended this place, claiming they made pretty good breakfast burritos. So ultimately, I stopped here for lunch. I meant to order for pick up then grab my food and go, but I completely forgot and ended up ordering from their line instead. I came around 11:30am and there was a good amount of people waiting. One of the employees at the front was working his way between the line for orders and the line for pick up. For how busy it seemed, the wait time was about 10-15 minutes until I got my burrito. So it wasn't that bad. I'd recommend ordering in advance if you want to skip the wait time. The burrito was actually really delicious! I ordered the Chipotle one with bacon - so good! The cheese was melted nicely also. I'm not that picky with my breakfasts, but if you can make a good burrito like Il Canto did, then that's a 10/10 for me.

    Chipotle Meatlover Burrito with Potatoes
    Jessica D.

    Il Canto is a TINY little spot- pickup only, no real seating inside (a few outdoor tables if you're lucky), and you basically have to line up on the curb to order and wait for your name to be called for your to-go bag. We shared the Meatlovers Breakfast Burrito with potatoes to share. The tortilla is grilled, which is a nice touch, but it was mostly just eggs and it would have been nice if the potatoes were hash browns. We couldn't taste or even see a hint of the chipotle sauce that's supposed to be in it, so we asked for a side of salsa and got the most non-salsa, salsa I've ever had...it basically tasted like fresh and plain puréed tomatoes. I'm a pretty big breakfast burrito lover and while this is a decent burrito....it was nothing that wowed me, and there were definitely a few things that could've been improved. Not sure why this place has so much hype around it, but it's not a bad option if you're in the area and need a quick grab-and-go bite.

    Happiness in your mouth, Breakfast Burrito
    Andrea Y.

    Festus Eats did a review and I had to give this Breakfast Burrito a try. A pretty solid burrito overall. I gave a 4 because just personally I like my tortilla steamed, not grilled. The food to-go comes quick! If you are in Downtown SF give it a try. It's nice to support a small business

    Tiffany Y.

    Tried out Il Canto Cafe for the first time after hearing great reviews for their breakfast burritos. They do get quite busy during the lunch rush, so you can wait up to 30 minutes if the timing is poor. We came at the latter end and only waited about 15 min. The serves are all very nice and communicative about the wait time. I built my own and added chicken + spinach. The burritos automatically come with eggs, salsa, cheese, and a sauce. There is no seating, besides an outdoor section, so we headed to a park to eat. The burrito is flavorful and moist from the eggs and sauce. I liked that the burrito did not fall apart and that the ingredients were evenly spread throughout.

    Jamie K.

    this place is special - you know the place is good when you're surrounded by 10 construction dudes waiting on a weekday. Very much appreciate the avocados and a crisped grilled tortilla

    bacon and avocado
    Christina Q.

    WOOOW this spot has amazing chipotle burritos. their ratios are just right, their melted cheese is so soft, and their eggs are so fluffy. am really into that chipotle sauce they got too. try it with bacon and avocado it won't disappoint t

    Veggie Bagel Sandwich
    Christina A.

    I ordered online and for a scheduled pick up before work. They were fast and my order was ready. The sandwich was so good but I think their breakfast burritos might be better. Love this place and the staff is friendly!

    Chipotle Breakfast Burrito part 3 - the grilled tortilla reveal
    Nova P.

    This review is primarily based on my mission to find the best breakfast burrito in SF. It's been years that I've been eyeballing this spot and I've finally made it. I ordered the Chipotle Breakfast Burrito (CBB) through door dash to minimize my wait time. I arrived and there were a number of people hanging outside. My burrito was ready when I arrived, in the estimated timeframe. Interestingly, at least in the AM time during the work week, they block off the front entrance. It really functions as a take out spot. The people were friendly and helpful. I rushed back to my office to unveil the delectable CBB. I added potatoes and some crispy bacon for texture. With the additions, the price was still reasonable. I was thrilled to see the grill marks on the tortilla. And while the image I took of the guts doesn't show, some care when into executing and the CBB is well layered. Best breakfast burrito in the city? Would say it's my new favorite in Fidi vicinity. And one of the best breakfast burritos I've had to date in SF. Definitely worth the trip. Recommend to order ahead.

    Avocado spinach breakfast burrito
    Janice M.

    Came on a Friday late afternoon, no wait, service was friendly and quick Ordered - avocado spinach grilled breakfast burrito: generous portion, pretty good, cheesy and yummy, you can taste all the ingredients and I didn't feel like anything was too overwhelming. I like the chipotle sauce as well 8.5/10 I would come back and try their other breakfast burrito

    Chipotle Burrito with bacon and avocado
    Evelyn W.

    ordered a breakfast burrito with bacon and avocado online and the whole process was super easy! i walked over in about 15 minutes and my order was ready for pickup with no hassle. the burrito was delicious with melty cheese, a hefty amount of egg, generous bacon, and plenty of sauce. i also really liked that there were a lot of customization options when ordering. overall, such an easy pick-up-and-go spot and i was very satisfied with my burrito!

    Dody E.

    Yes this hits properly. Top tier breakfast burrito. Love the touch of crisping up the tortilla just enough. What a blessing. Go. Also, it's no frills - there's some outside seating so don't expect to sit in anywhere. They're busy with service in the morning too so budget in a wait time. Go.

    Menu
    Hansel F.

    This is the spot for a great breakfast burrito in the city. It is very customizable and they also have pre-set combo's to make ordering easy. I went during lunch and it was pretty busy. I noticed the pro move is calling in an order early and picking it up. The line moved quickly, the guy at the front keeps the operation moving smoothly. There are seats to the side but I took my burrito elsewhere. The bacon avocado was smacking! I do recommend adding potatoes for a loaded bite. I admired the grill marks and the cheese was nicely melted. The only thing I would love with this burrito is a nice hot sauce!

    SHRINKFLATION for $14 after tax

    See all

    12 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    10 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 days ago

    The burrito is so good. I think about it every week. I'm just adding a few more words because the min text.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    22 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Nova P.
    539
    309
    1725

    8 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Melody L.
    12
    187
    310

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 8
    Thanks 6
    Love this 12
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sheena C.
    119
    201
    164

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 3
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 1

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of AJ B.
    0
    10
    13

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 22

    Il Canto Cafe Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Il Canto Cafe

    Hey there - the chipotle breakfast burrito is my favorite in San Franscisco. Any idea as to how many calories generally? I order it with bacon.

    More calories than you thought possible!

    I am confused - i tried going here and all i see is 275 Lounge. Is it the same place? Did the name change? Am I just missing the entrance for Il Canto?

    Hey there! The entrance is actually on Sacramento street. I had that same issue as well when I first tried to visit.

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    You might also consider

    Lapisara Eatery - Iced Ube Latte ($8.50)

    Lapisara Eatery

    4.6(2.1k reviews)
    0.8 mi•Lower Nob Hill
    •$$

    We got the ube latte and iced Thai tea. The ube latte was nutty and delicious. I just wish it had…read morebeen a tad bit hotter, but I'm sure you can ask for it extra hot. The iced Thai tea was well-balanced and not overwhelmingly sweet. The chicken waffle was also good--especially the chicken itself. It was lightly battered and crisp to perfection. I do wish the waffle was more toasted since it was a bit soggy even with barely any syrup. The fruits were fresh and tasted really yummy. As for the PaNang omelette, it was delicious!! It's filled with meat and vegetables, so it's pretty hearty. The curry was so good and had just the right amount of spice. I would highly recommend the PaNang omelette. Parking was difficult since it's in the Tenderloin, but it was definitely worth it. The workers are nice, and the place is really cute.

    This should be a good indicator for how much I enjoyed Lapisara. I was in San Francisco for four…read moredays and I visited Lapisara three times. Twice for breakfast and once for dinner. The servers are so friendly, kind and hardworking. They truly know what exceptional customer service is about. The food was perfectly prepared and the presentation was so appealing, with the little touches of Thai hospitality. My first breakfast was the Meat Lover's Omelet with House Potatoes. Tasty and it really hit the spot. Great coffee too! Dinner consisted of a flavorful beef Mussamun chili dish. Awesomely tender beef in a savory sauce. A Stella Artois worked well for my drink. My second breakfast was a Belgian Waffle with Chicken Apple Sausage and Scrambled Eggs. Perfection, with fruit accents of banana, blueberries, strawberries and grapes. Thanks to the chefs and servers at Lapisara! I'm a big fan now.

    Photos
    Lapisara Eatery - Indoor area of the restaurant.

    Indoor area of the restaurant.

    Lapisara Eatery - That bacon, tho...

    That bacon, tho...

    Lapisara Eatery - Lapisara Burger

    See all

    Lapisara Burger

    Marlowe - Crispy Brussels Sprout Chips

    Marlowe

    4.0(3k reviews)
    1.1 mi•Mission Bay
    •$$$

    Wow this place was so amazing! Not only were the servers so friendly, kind, and accommodating but…read morethe food was also incredible. I loved the decor all around the restaurant with adorable cow art and a very clean feel. The servers and hosts were coming over to chat with us and just made us feel so welcome and special. From the second you walk in until the second you leave you are in good hands. It's also right across from the train so it's super easy to get there! I don't normally like horseradish, but the burger came with the perfect amount of horseradish where it tasted very fresh and added a good burst of flavor without being overwhelming! The fries were delicious and crispy. 10 out of 10 food, service, and environment. I would give them more stars if I could.

    If you happen to stumble upon Marlowe like we did I'm confident that you will leave as full and…read moresatisfied as we did. A charming little bistro inspired by the Marlowe cows, I'm assuming, managed to stun us with several memorable dishes. The warm deviled eggs were an excellent start. Savory yet delicate enough to not weigh us down right at the beginning of our meal. The horseradish aioli wasn't for me, but I can see its appeal for a certain audience. You give me a Calabrian chili sauce and it's guaranteed to make me happy and this shrimp with sweet corn was no exception. Again, light but a punchy flavor that was enjoyable. I could go on and on about the different dishes we tried but the real standout of the night was the pork tenderloin with chorizo and peaches. The sweetness from the peaches somehow managed to enhance the flavor of the chorizo. This dish gives you a bold, savory and sweet bite all together but still won't have you feeling super heavy. The portion size is perfect. Im hoping to return soon for another exquisite meal.

    Photos
    Marlowe - Clean and inviting bar

    Clean and inviting bar

    Marlowe - Marlowe Burger with side of fries

    Marlowe Burger with side of fries

    Marlowe - Brunch cocktails

    See all

    Brunch cocktails

    Sweet Maple - Reservations Policy

    Sweet Maple

    4.3(5.2k reviews)
    2.0 mi•Lower Pacific Heights
    •$$

    This brunch restaurant is known for their bacon. It was a great spot to enjoy a brunch with friends…read morewith high prices but big portions and good food. There was a bit of a wait when we came here on a Saturday at noon, but the line moved quickly. Service was quite good as they kept filling our waters extremely fast. I got the SM Omurice, and it was really tasty. Big portion that left me feeling very full with a really good sauce. I loved the rice and the egg. My friend got the Big Hip, and we shared her deep fried French toast which tasted like a funnel cake. I also tried the bacon, and it was very tasty. This is coming from someone who doesn't really like bacon. I loved the maple flavour. A small amount of bacon was very expensive though.

    My family and I came here a few times before and each time we come we are never disappointed…read more The restaurant is always very busy, but even though it is busy we are always seated in a timely manner. The restaurant is clean and well kept. Great for breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Food always taste spectacular and delicious. One thing that has changed is the Big Hip dish, I remember years ago it was slightly bigger. Besides that we always loved how they always cooked their poached egg to perfection. The hollandaise sauce is always delicious and yummy. Come give this place a try if you are ever in or around the area.

    Photos
    Sweet Maple - Millionaire's Bacon

    Millionaire's Bacon

    Sweet Maple - Marnier | french toast with creamy grand citrus batter (added $3 for the fired banana & candied walnuts)

    Marnier | french toast with creamy grand citrus batter (added $3 for the fired banana & candied walnuts)

    Sweet Maple - We are ready for INDOOR dining on Friday 26th April

    See all

    We are ready for INDOOR dining on Friday 26th April

    Plow - French Toast

    Plow

    4.1(3.6k reviews)
    2.2 mi•Potrero Hill
    •$$

    Back with another review because the steak and eggs are officially a new star of the show. OMG. The…read moresteak is so juicy and tender, and it's marinated and seasoned SO well. I swap the salad for potatoes, and the whole thing is just so yummy. And don't let the wait time stop you! Just plan accordingly: 1. Put your name on the list. 2. Grab a cup of coffee and a pastry at Farley's. 3. Hang out in the cute neighborhood while you wait. 4. Come back and have one of the best meals. Seriously, it's worth the wait. You're welcome.

    Finally had a Friday off. So we decided to go to San Francisco. This has been on my list for a…read morewhile. Didn't expect such a line at 9am on a weekday. The wait was 45 minutes. Actually closer to a hour. The restaurant is not really that big. It looks bigger in the pictures. They have tables set up outside,but it was too chilly to sit outside. We ordered the egg sandwich,and the plow. I felt like the plow gives you a chance to try most of the popular items on the menu. The potatos were crispy and litely salted. The lemon ricotta pancakes were slightly dense . The lemon flavor was intense,not sure if there was lemon zest in the batter. The egg sandwich tasted great with the apple. It was messy. But we were warned when ordering that it could be messy. The egg yolk spills over the sides The food was 5 stars. But the service was 3.5. Not sure it it was the waitress being slow,or it could have been the kitchen not getting the food out quickly

    Photos
    Plow - Indoor ambiance

    Indoor ambiance

    Plow - Buttermilk biscuit

    Buttermilk biscuit

    Plow - Cold brew Equator Coffee

    See all

    Cold brew Equator Coffee

    Il Canto Cafe - coffee - Updated October 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...