Quite honestly the best coffee in the city. These guys source their beans from only the best growers in the world and they roast the coffee to the peak of perfection. Their beans are fantastic! I have yet to be let down by a single batch. I appreciate the fact that they choose to sacrifice a huge variety for a consistent quality product. I'm happy to do it. The espressos are also consistently perfect. They definitely put as much thought into their expresso beans as they do to their pour over coffee. I really can't stress the consistency of this place. Any cafe can make a good drink, or have good beans occasionally, but to do it over and over again while sourcing from Eco-conscious, quality, growers, without sacrificing the flavor is astonishing. I also enjoy the Lt. Waffle and The Green Salad? As well. I find the pairings odd bed-fellows but it helps Linea distinguish themselves and stand above the very dense crowd that is Mission cafes and places it in the realm of Bay Area coffee destinations if such a thing even exists. Added props for sourcing from Heath read more

Amazing! Excellent coffee, a mix of healthy fresh salads, and waffles. I had the brown rice salad and I think it's one of the best salads I've ever had! Cute cafe with friendly service, highly recommended. read more

Linea Caffe - brown rice salad... delicious, amazing, the best! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've had a lot of good coffee, but I'm not sure anything tops this place. Great people (Justin & Andrew) and a nice little outdoor patio. read more

Linea Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

So much yum! Stumbled across this cute little cafe on a Sunday morning when all the other brunch places in the Mission already had crazy long waits. They serve waffles, toasts, sandwiches and a variety of different coffees. We ordered the avocado toast and the greek yogurt & fresh fruit waffle. Both were great! I enjoyed the toast more while my friend liked the waffle more so I would recommend both! The avocado toast had a little pesto seasoning on top which added a yummy and unique seasoning. The greek yogurt waffle literally melted in your mouth as you took a bite. We also ordered a iced coffee which wasn't exceptional; I've had better. This is a small little cafe with very little sitting area which was a little unfortunate because they serve such great food. If you get lucky, definitely sit at one of the tables outside so your food doesn't get soggy. I will be back to try other coffees and food concoctions. read more

Perhaps the best organic coffee in the city! Highly recommend. Whenever I travel to San Francisco I make it a point to go out of my way just to have this coffee. I truly appreciate their organic coffee & the biodegradable straws & cups. read more

Linea Caffe - Macchiato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

5 stars for the coffee, 3 stars for the food and the attitude. Excellent capp, but the waffle smorgasbord left something to be desired. Maybe I should have tried the egg soufflé w/herbs or the cucumber fish roe waffle, but ordered the egg sandwich instead - this is basically a tiny waffle with a little bit of over done scrambled eggs and a piece of bacon on top. Not bad but I wish there was something more to it. The dude at the register didn't seem to like me, but maybe that's me projecting. I'd recommend ordering a coffee to go and avoiding the scene. read more

Best frickin' waffles in the Mission. Best frickin' salads in the Mission. Best frickin' coffee in the Mission. Basically, if you happen to find yourself in the Mission, you should certainly go to Linea Caffe for any of the aforementioned food items. read more

Great find. Came here twice in one week (I live in the East Bay so going to the Mission District is a commitment) and both times was quite satisfied. Just went with a regular iced coffee for the first visit, but the second time decided to go with the waffle with greek yogurt and fruit as a late lunch/afternoon snack. Though it isn't normally made with buckwheat, they had no issues with, and gladly accommodated my request. It's a bit small, and the lack of inside seating and limited outside seating is a bit inconvenient however I understand the difficulty in obtaining space in the city so I realize that's not exactly under their control. They're just making do with what they have/can afford. My roommate and dad both got the club sandwich, and we were all mesmerized by the fact that the bacon was cooked INSIDE the waffle bun. Needless to say, it was delicious. It was all delicious and it was different, very unique with the menu. Linea is my go-to coffee joint when in the Mission from now on! read more

I just went there for the first time & ordered an Anericano and let me just say, HALLELU HALLELU!! This is the smoothest Americano's EVER!! So DAMN good! And I don't add creamer to my coffees ever! Based off this first visit, I am SO going back and their eats look & sound AWESOME! read more

Damn that was some good coffee! I got a small regular coffee, but my god! JACKED. Like go run around the block 8 times JACKED. And trust me, I needed it. Great smooth taste too. I usually drink my coffee with milk and sugar...not this one. Black as my heart black, the flavor was so good. Really cool little spot too. Loved all the wood. Very minimal but organic (if that makes sense). Super friendly, non-pretentious staff as well. Wish they were here in the Twin Cities! Trust me. I'm more of a tea drinker, but wow. Super jealous, San Francisco! read more

This is based off of their coffee and espresso only. The coffee I had was delicious. Super nutty with no bitter after taste. Espresso was just as good and it came with a small cup of Pellegrino on the side. Nice guys working the counter though I felt one in particular was a little uppity. read more

This place is small! Definitely a grab and go type of place. The coffee is amazing though. I usually get cafe au laits when I go to fancy coffee shops, but this one didn't have that as an option on their menu. However, I requested it and they made it for me :) Some downfalls: 1. They do not have nonfat milk. They only have whole, almond, and half and half. 2. The 12 oz coffee cost me $3.50, which is a bit hefty. 3. They do not have sleeves for your coffee cup. I had to use napkins. If you're in need of coffee and you're in the area, it's definitely worth trying. I've had better experiences though. read more

I ordered a buckwheat waffle and got a regular. Fail! You'd think that with such a minimal menu, they could get it right. read more

Linea Caffe - Blueberry waffle, not buckwheat like I ordered - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place is very cute. She makes Belgian waffles and even makes one with buckwheat - CELIACS BEWARE: she apparently only has one waffle iron and it's cast iron so she can't clean from the regular waffles. I didn't try it - too risky (and not actually gluten free at that point). Latte is expensive - $4.50 for an 8 oz. it's good - but that's a pretty steep price for a decaf latte. read more

Good coffee and light, crispy waffles. Topped off with some friendly service. It's like the perfect place to go for a breakfast that won't totally slow you down the first half of your morning. Everything about Linea is perfect, but seating is limited and you may be standing around waiting for a while. Some espresso at home first never hurts. read more

Lt. Waffle is the name of the food place that is in the caffe. Check out the reviews below. http://www.yelp.com/biz/lt-waffle-san-francisco read more

Coffee and waffle. Great way to start a day! Small place; best if u grab coffee to go. Hopefully they will get seating permits soon. read more

Lovely sunny spot to grab a tasty coffee and fluffy waffle before work. Gets busier on weekends but none of the crazy lines as at Tartine. Everything is tasty but expensive. Egg soufflé waffle is a solid savory option. The salmon roe waffle is for adventurous palates, but not mine. The mac nut/chocolate sweet waffle?! Dessert. Delicious. Tooth decay. read more

A great Cappuccino! Sitting out in the sun at their outdoor area was just wonderful...made my day! read more

No restroom available and limiting seating, but good quality coffee. The walk down Mission street gets a little rough, but this is a good place to grab a coffee and re-group. read more

Came in for a to go cold brew with almond milk. One of the guys shouted "try the oat milk!" so I did. It was my first time having oat milk and it was great! Great experience overall for such a brief interaction. read more

Linea Caffe is extraordinary for many reasons. First of all the greeting was welcoming and energetic and genuine. The vibe of the baristas put everyone in great spirits. The coffee and cocoa was very delicious! I had a cappuccino and my daughter had the Americana and my granddaughters had cocoa. We will be back again and again and look forward to sampling more coffees and some of the unique tasty treats too! This is a not to be missed caffe‼ read more

Pro: interesting concept/mix of offerings, great service, well balanced drinks, and decent waffles. Cons: have to pay extra for maple syrup, little pricey ($6+ for a mocha), and the waffles was more interesting than it was tasty - it was on the eggy side, so it reminded me of a crispy souffle in the shape of a waffle. Still, if I happen to pass by, and have money burning a hole in my pocket, I may stop in again. read more

Solid espresso, and dig the Aeropress-only option for drip/press. A bit on the slow side for waffles/food and the waiting/standing area is small, but the baristas are crazy friendly and ambiance is cute. read more

Linea Caffe - She's super friendly and great on the machine! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

It is really silly that I paid eight dollars for two coffees. It is also very silly that they only sell espresso drinks. However, as a very picky coffee drinker, I have to acknowledge that this coffee is clearly made from fresh beans and is really delicious for store-bought coffee. read more

I can't say anything about the food but the coffee was really excellent. Very nice barista, too. Sitting outside in the sun is really fun. I also really liked the self made almond milk. read more

Small little coffee shop with outdoor seating similar to a European corner. that alone makes it worth a trip. they have their own selection of expresso, coffee and cold brew. their hot coffee and cold brew both taste similar so try either depending on your mood. they used to serve waffles but I believe they stopped that recently. if you're passing through its worth a stop although it's not something you'd see if you stayed on Valencia or Mission. read more

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Adorable little coffee roastery & cafe staffed by some PDX expatriates. Fantastic short menu of waffles - WAFFLES! - from Lt. Waffle. I highly recommend all of it. The mocha is a unique mix of espresso and drinking chocolate. I had a cappuccino that made my spine tingle. Shots weren't super noteworthy, to be honest (but, I mean, that's being super picky: they're still, like, 4-star, and everything else we tried was 5-star), and it'll be nice to see how these guys evolve as roasters: their priorities are clearly in the right place, and everything about this little corner shop in the Mission reflects that; bravo! read more

This was the best latte I've had in my entire life. However, I had to enjoy my perfect latte and mouthwatering waffle at a counter that was not very ergonomically designed. You win some, you lose some! read more

I loved the coffee here and would drink it every day. My cortado was spectacular! Do it!

Coffee tastes good, sweet and nutty, they toast their own, cappuccino spuma is smooth with a heart shape. Yum!

Through the window. Michael Cassette's brilliant version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jz6niV7qeu0 Linea's brilliant version: Huge open windows set the relaxed mood for an Americano so smooth no additives are needed. House roasted quality comes with a worth it $4 price. Inside the small yet highly functional space you'll also find delicious eats from Lt. Waffle (http://www.yelp.com/biz/lt-waffle-san-francisco?hrid=l1gjDe9dV8NI5crFy0z9wA) and GreenSalads (http://www.yelp.com/biz/green-salads-san-francisco?hrid=VSTJddjRzBzt79_zAzfBtQ). Grab any of the above and a table outside the open window. Enjoy the melody. read more

Great (small) place to go for a quick, unpretentious, and good coffee. The only seating is outside, which is lovely on a sunny day. My favourite place in the area. They have waffles too but it doesn't factor into my life. read more

Coffee and espresso are pretty darn good here, but never ever order the hot chocolate. I brought a couple of non coffee friends here to try the amazing waffles (by the way, that is an entirely different business and tragically they've dissolved their partnership and they are no longer located here nor do they plan to open up again) and both of them order the hot chocolate. One of them brought it back to the barista who told him that it was suppose to be grainy because they "use real chocolate." Generally, the baristas are very nice, but that was utter bull. Bottom line, coffee is too good for me to stop coming here but do not order the hot chocolate. read more

Linea's already had serious coffee cred before it opened due to the founder veteran Andrew Barnett who is Coffee-industry veteran. His previous venture was at reputed Ecco Caffe which later merged with Intelligentsia. Plus, he also, judged the World Barista Championship. At this European-style café, the beans range from the super-sustainable (the Bob-o-Link coffee cooperative), to award-winning (the Fazenda Rainha was a seven-time Cup of Excellence winner), to throwback (Linea's Northern Italian-influenced espresso blend). This standing-room-only coffee bar focuses on espresso-based drinks, made from Linea-brand beans roasted in the East Bay and served in cheery red cups made by Cali's Heath Ceramics. Plus it's a bonus, that this cafe doubles as a waffle shop and salad bar run by one of the Mission Chinese dudes - cult-favorite chef/restaurateur -Anthony Myint. At most cafes, food is often an afterthought. Not here! The menu here seems to be meticulously curated which includes Brussels-style yeasted waffles with coconut jam, Gianduja, and macadamia nuts or egg soufflé waffles with chèvre and fresh herbs alongside tossed-to-order salads. Drink this: Brazil FAF Bob-o-Link Reserve makes a thick syrupy coffee with notes of sugarcane, honey, and cocoa nibs. read more

Best beans, best customer service, and best company. I've ordered from Linea's twice now and both times they have gone out of their way to answer all my coffee questions and make sure I am receiving the appropriate beans ground to perfection! They are seriously the best! read more

A co-worker of mine has been raving about Linea for a really long time since she lives right around the corner, so naturally when the opportunity to try a new place for our Sunday coffee came up, I recommended that we try here. I was able to prod Greg out of bed at 8am by telling him that you can get a waffle to go with your coffee, and after hearing that, we were out the door and on Bart. I was expecting a huge line, but it was pleasantly busy, and we were able to snag two seats outside. I had a regular coffee, which was served in these AMAZING mugs. Greg typically orders iced coffee, but was feeling adventurous and ordered their Iced Homemade Almond Milk Latte. And in tasting said latte, it was truly unpleasant. The drink was extremely sour, and was to the point where drinking it was a huge task. Thankfully, me and my hot brew sat and enjoyed the classic Belgian waffle on a beautiful Sunday morning. I can't wait to come back here for the buckwheat waffle. I'll most definitely be back! read more

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Really good freshly roasted beans, pretty amazing waffles and delicious cappuccino. Definitely worth a visit!

really?! ~$7 for a "large" cup of mocha. - overpriced - waffles were not good and not very special. - slow service read more

When I first frequented this place when it just opened, it was all the rave. This place even earned itself a place in the New York Times. I have been back numerous times since then but my recent stop today left me utterly shocked--they had took off everything on their menu that had eggs or chicken, avocado, etc. Only 3 items were left on their menu-- yogurt and fruit waffle, buckwheat, and another option which has escaped my mind. The line that used to exist here during lunch time was not present today. When I asked the cashier if that was the current menu, he simply replied, "Yes this is the new menu." Since I was really hoping for the BLT waffle, I said thank you and left. The lack of options for this place is disappointing. I don't know if the new menu was temporary or permanent, but I hope the other items come back. read more