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Le Cafe du Soleil

4.0 (774 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
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A few steps away from the cafe.
Gardner S.

Still a comfortable cafe after all these years. Grab a drink and baked good and vibe with the musique Francais. Beef: No free refills of iced tea, a change from the past. "Take it up with Mustafa," the cashier told me. Dear Mustafa, give your occasional iced tea gulpers a break!

Cozy, warm interior, fresh baked goods
Jennifer O.

I strolled into Cafe du Soleil for an Americano - and stayed for breakfast. This was the first time I'd been in their newer digs since they moved across the street, 4 years ago? The space has a really good energy, sunlight streaming in through expansive windows and golden wood throughout, from the counter and bakery case to the bench seating. Apparently their avocado toast with eggs ($12.50) is their signature dish but instead ordered two scrambled eggs and bacon. The eggs were fresh but no one whisked them. They were overly scrambled, curds too broken while the egg whites were in small chunks. It wasn't good. I debated asking them to remake them - but would feel foolish telling them how to make scrambled eggs. Oh well, next time I'll have the quiche? Baked goods looked scrumptious and so pretty, the display sorely tempted me. The Americano was just right. Edith Piaf sang sad songs for the perfect pitch of French ambience while this nicely populated neighborhood spot hummed on a Wednesday morning.

Smoked Salmon, Creme Fraiche, Shallots Sandwich
Julci A.

This is one of my favorite cafes in the area to do work, read, write, etc. The food is actually very tasty (I like the salmon sandwich and french toast!), but a bit expensive. I like the vibe - lots of natural light, and a good amount of space so it's not toooo crowded. Great weekend spot! However, note that there are no outlets :( I would give 5/5 for food and 4/5 for ambiance/cafe factors.

Andrew T.

A dignified dining environment with very artistic interiors, furniture, and walls, and high quality food from pastries to chicken and from vegetarian items to fish.

Jasmine S.

I was a visitor to the city and stopped in Cafe du Soleil for breakfast. I enjoyed the space of this cafe. The outdoor seating is great for people watching and gives nice views of the neighborhood. Although good things have been noted about the menu, my order wasn't very impressive taste wise, although presented nicely. I was looking forward to the live music that I heard about, but unfortunately didn't get that experience while there. That would've upped the ambiance for me!

Joan W.

I'm so glad this place opened again, It' on the other side of the street but basically the same location. I think it might even be slightly bigger. The café isn't open late like it used to be but hopefully that will change. They have a good number of tables to sit outside. Nothing beats sitting outside a café with a mug of coffee and people watching. I like that they have French onion soup and macarons. There is a pet supply store across the street which I like to stop in because they have a store cat that's always wandering around or napping in the front window.

Vanilla Latte
Thu N.

Delicious pastries and drinks, plentiful seating, great service, and ample sunlight -- is this the perfect neighborhood cafe? Seems like a lovely community gathering spot for those who are studying, working, catching up with friends, or soaking in the sun. Staff was friendly and very efficient. My latte was the average SF price but very delicious. This cafe was one of the first recommendations I received for Lower Haight, and I totally see why now. Would absolutely return to try the rest of their menu. :)

Americano and Croque Madame
Amelia D.

Ambiance 5/5 - cozy inside with lots of seating options and a nice display case of both savory and sweet pastries. Food 5/5 - we came here for breakfast on a weekday, my friend got the fantastic French toast which was dense, moist, and decadently dripped in strawberry sauce with sliced strawberries and banana on top. I got the croquette madame which comes with a fried egg on top and ham and cheese between two pieces of toast. Both were extremely filling. The americano coffee was fine and the cappuccino was good (a little pricey at $5.) I liked that they served us in real mugs. The pastry selection was quite large - will have to try a croissant next time! Not sure if it has WiFi but there was someone working around 7:30am.

mostly potato frittata

It's a fine cafe for drinks and pastries, but the food is less appealing. It is not "homemade", not "cooked fresh". The Totrilla Espagnol (spanish frittata) is pre-made and mostly potatoes. They seem to just heat it up and toss some pre-made bacon or salmon on top. Does a reheated potato/egg triangle sound good to you? I found it rubbery. It was also mostly potato and very little egg. (see photo) Paying $20 for something cooked who-knows-how-long ago is too much. I can get the same or better at any deli counter. Stick to the toast, which they still seem to make to order. WARNING: This is not a french "Public decree No. 2014-797". No homemade/cooked-to-order here.

Avocado Toast with Bacon
Lynn F.

I've been a devoted fan since they opened in their original location across the street, replacing a biker bar and their revving engines at 2am. So yeah, big fan. Not just because of the lovely French atmosphere, but the wonderful owner Mustapha, and of course, the food! Now that they're in the old Thai restaurant space, they have an actual kitchen, all the better to add the "World's Greatest Roast Chicken" to the menu. Comes with a side salad and bread, highly recommend. I'm there many mornings for the avocado toast, simple, yet elegant. Perfectly ripe avocado slices with a splash of olive oil. The cafe is my mandatory stop before any road trip, picking up a couple custom baguette sandwiches. I'm talking to you salami and cornichon flavor bombs. The sun hits the outdoor tables early, calling out people to unplug their laptops and get some fresh air. Hey, maybe even have conversations with live people in person. Yeah, makes me crazy that the place sometimes appears like a satellite office, no problem, if people would limit their table time and better yet, keep ordering food, not just milking a latte. Anyway, le Cafe du Soleil is destination worthy. 100% recommend.

Croissant and chai
Grace Y.

Spacious place to work out of (lots of table space and free wifi). Not the best drinks and food though - I ordered an iced chai and it was 90% milk & very watered down. My friend ordered their open-faced sandwich but couldn't finish it.

Denise C.

Interesting cafe in Lower Haight..around the corner...more people in the cafe in the morning...French pastries like almond croissants..I got a French toast that was different today and a coca cola..the French toast was hmm not the same and good and perked up my morning before I went to work around the block

lavender oat milk cappuccino, chocolate croissant

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the fresh, flavorful food, good coffee and drinks, and the cozy, inviting ambiance. Staff are generally friendly.

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