During the month of May there is lots of things to look forward to on the calendar . There is a National Day for something every day of the week. There is Star Wars Day May the 4th Be With You and Cinco de Mayo on May 5th. Then there are food related National Days like on May 13 it's National Apple Pie Day you can get cheesy in SF on May 15 for National Pizza Party Day. There is also a National Beverage day on May 6 and usually the choice of drink is either sweet or sour lemonade on a sunny day like some you will find in SF. May 2 is Don Juan de la Matcha favorite National Day of which is National Matcha Day. There is one place I go to grab the Banana Bread Matcha Latte and other refreshing matchas and it is called Pixlcat. On a Don Juan de la Matcha stroll down Clement street I landed at Pixlcat. Inside the vibe is a mix of relaxed and up beat at the same time. It has some seating inside with lots interesting art on the walls. Since everyday is matcha day for Don Juan de la Matcha I decided get the ice matcha latte. It was smooth and not too sweet. I enjoyed each drop of it . You can pair it with the matcha butter mochi dessert. The other ice drinks I recommend is the refreshing Ice Passion Mojito with no AI( Alcohol Inside) and purple yam also known as Ice Ube Matcha. This is the place to enjoy a drink on a cold day or a day in the sun. National Matcha Day which also falls this year on National Kentucky Derby Day. Hats off to Pixlcat because when it comes to their Matcha they don't horse around. Come to a "cafe "which is located on Clement street that serves coffee with the flavors of "Ube" and lots of different types of matcha especially for the month of "May" because the 2nd is "Matcha National Day" Matcha varieties have virtually "spread "like ice matcha latte with the flavor of " banana bread "come to Pixlcat you can order it at the register or online order it "ahead " Pixlcat is the place which is good for Don Juan de la Matcha because he is the real deal not a performative "Matcha head" read more

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INDULGENCE CENTRAL, because of their signature offerings such as: Honeycomb (kinako / injeolmi syrup) Dopo Panna latte: layered iced latte with whipped cream and espresso poured on top. Another unique offering: BUTTER MOCHI: Hawaiian dessert (with mochiko sweet rice flour, butter, coconut milk, sugar, and eggs). Unlike traditional Japanese mochi, this one is baked, not steamed, which gives it crisp caramelized edges and a bouncy center. Don't walk- run. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Honeycomb (kinako / injeolmi syrup) dopo panna latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Small indoor seating space and a cute local coffee shop. Smore mochi: Solid flavors Flat white coffee: Not my favorite. Espresso beans had a slight burnt taste. Iced guava matcha: Nice overall mix of flavors! No extra charge for oatmilk! read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Snore S'more Mochi, Flat White, iced guava matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Had a good experience at Pixlcat. Tried the iced guava matcha and it was super yummy. I actually wanted to order another one ! There were several matcha flavors, hot/cold coffee and tea options available so I will have to go back and try others. There is seating inside and outside and wi-fi is available for those wanting to do a little work on their laptops. read more

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Have the owners switched the name from Pixlcat Coffee to Butter Mochi Coffee? The pixilated cat is still the logo, but the name above the front door is Butter Mochi. Or maybe it's Pixlcat Butter Mochi Coffee now that I've taken a second look at the overhead menu. I'm confused. I'm also not the sharpest tool in the shed either, especially when it comes to trendy Gen Z coffee stops. I merely bask in my ignorance. This was actually the second time I patronized this quirky shop because I was once again drawn to their robust butter mochi selection. I can't help it. Butter mochi is a sweet Hawaiian-originated treat that has the potential to provide me momentary titillation on the infrequent occasions when I'm strolling on Clement. It's a good thing that the $5.75 Cafe au Lait manages to satisfy and delight (Photo 7). More importantly, I treated myself to the butter mochi. The classic is a flat five dollars, but princess that I must admit to be, I spent the extra quarter for their specialty versions. On my first visit, I had the $5.25 Matcha Butter Mochi which was bereft of icing (Photo 9), and my most recent visit introduced me to the $5.25 Ube Butter Mochi (Photo 8). Both were tasty mouthfuls though I prefer them sans icing. COFFEE - 4 stars...pretty smooth and warm on its own BUTTER MOCHI - 4.5 stars...small, satisfying treats, better without the decorative icing AMBIANCE - 4 stars...generally room enough for me SERVICE - 3.5 stars...engaging staff, just not so much to me TOTAL - 4 stars...I'll come back for the classic butter mochi because for a princess, I'm quite plain RELATED - Exploring the Richmond District? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/pqQr0hYi9F read more

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Even though we knew nothing about Pixlcat Coffee before we stopped in, we were intrigued almost immediately. While their cute logo and decor are what initially caught our eye, it was their menu and display case full of goodies that really piqued our curiosity. Between their butter mochi, pastries, and the mere sight of "black sesame" showing up on their drink menu, I knew I couldn't walk out without trying something! Despite how their space isn't all that big, Pixlcat does a pretty good job with what they have, managing to squeeze in a handful of two tops and some counter seats by the front windows (their parklet out front also helps). As for the aforementioned menu, it's got all of your typical sorts of coffees, espressos, and teas along with some really interesting offerings. Most notable are their house specialty iced doppo lattes, which come in a variety of flavors, but it was also more than a little surprising to see okonomiyaki offered, of all things. -- BLACK SESAME ICED DOPO PANNA LATTE...$7.50 Easily the best thing I've had here. Even though I wasn't fully able to blend everything together, the taste of the black sesame in this was so strong. Plus, the nuttiness complemented the creamy elements really well. SO GOOD. -- HONEYCOMB ICED DOPO PANNA LATTE...$7 To be fair, I only tried a couple of sips of this one, but it was my least favorite of the bunch. Oddly, even though it look like there was a lot of honey in this, this tasted far more earthy/grainy than sweet. Plus, we didn't see any bits of honeycomb in this either. -- STRAWBERRY ICED DOPO PANNA LATTE...$7.50 I had high hopes for this one, but it was underwhelming. The latte part of this was fine, but the taste of the strawberry didn't mix well with the rest of the drink, so it felt like two separate flavors going on. What's more, the consistency of this one didn't feel as creamy either. -- BREAKFAST SANDWICH - Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, American Cheese, Avocado Mash, Pan de Mie Bun...$14 Not perfect, but not too shabby either. While I didn't love the texture of the eggs, I did like how this had both sausage and bacon in it and how the cheese and avocado complemented them well. As for the pan di mie, it was really crumbly and made this messy to eat. -- OKONOMIYAKI MUSUBI - Spam, Nori, Rice, Furikake, Egg, Kewpie, Tonkatsu Sauce, Bonito Flakes...$12.50 Unfortunately for my wallet, I couldn't resist trying this. Not only did this come out piping hot, but it looked terrific and I loved how well the spam, furikake, egg, and bonito flakes worked together. That said, do I think this was $12.50 good? No. -- ICED ISLAND MATCHA LATTE...$8.50 I had high hopes for this one, but it was lackluster. Much like with the Strawberry Iced Dopo Latte, it was hard to get the guava flavors off the bottom and even then, it was more on the subtle side. -- ORIGINAL MOCHI BUTTER Ehh...this was just okay. I liked that this wasn't super buttery (though, I wouldn't have minded more), but the texture felt a bit dry and felt more cake-like than butter mochi. -- UBE & WHITE CHOCOLATE MOCHI BUTTER In terms of texture, this was easily the best - really moist with a very nice chew to it. Sadly, though, the ube flavor was scant, as the only thing I could taste was the drizzle of white chocolate. -- BLACK SESAME MOCHI BUTTER I was most excited for this one, but it was a miss for me. Rather than black sesame, this toasted more like the toasted white sesame seeds they sprinkled on top than anything else. Beyond the food and drinks, service here is solid - the workers have all been friendly and they get orders out pretty quickly. However, as so many of my fellow Yelpers have already mentioned, there's no denying that many of the prices here are higher here than elsewhere. While some of their staples, like their "quick cup" of coffee, espresso, and cold brew, are pretty standard (or close to it), I don't think the same can be said for some of their other stuff, especially their breakfast sandwich. Despite how unique some of Pixlcat's offerings may be, and as much as we tried to justify our couple of visits here, I'd be lying if I said we found it all to be worth the money. The closest would be their Black Sesame Iced Dopo Panna Latte and the Okonomiyaki Musubi, but even then, they're more of a splurge. Such a shame. read more

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Love their black sesame coffee, nutty and creamy. We ordered a sample box of the butter mochi. It has a nice chewy yet firm texture and not overly sweet. Willl be back to try others options of drinks and pastry. Friendly staff, wait for order was not bad. The bathroom was out of order and so it was smell kinda funky in the back where we sat to wait for our order, luckily we ordered to take them togo so we didn't have to be there that long but that was unpleasant enough. read more

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Happened upon Pixlcat Coffee! Wanted to try it, but unfortunately probably won't return. The logo and interior are so cute! The drinks were just not great. What I ordered: - Iced Dopo Panna Latte Honeycomb (2/5) honestly I'm not sure if I just didn't understand what a dopo panna latte was? But it was not sweet despite the honeycomb, and had such a weird spice flavor that I could not put my finger on. NO coffee flavor at all came through for me. It was just disappointing and I didn't even finish the drink. Don't think I'll be coming back to pixlcat coffee. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Pixlcat Coffee is a cute cafe that serves Hawaiian inspired mochi desserts and Island vibe coffees. We came around closing time but the barista was attentive and patient with it being our first time there. This is my second ever matcha place I tried and I definitely love this one compared to the first place I went to. I love how the matcha was airy and light and easy to appreciate compared to other matcha. I think adding the guava to the match gave it the umph it needed. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Iced Island Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Strawberry matcha was sweet and light! Vanilla latte was strong. Convenient stop before walking through Clement St farmers market! read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Stopped here for a snack after a bike ride and got the black sesame mochi and almond croissant. Black sesame mochi - chewy and soft but lacked the nuttiness of the black sesame. I did appreciate that it wasn't super sweet. Almond croissant - the flavor was good but the croissant itself was a little dry and didn't seem fresh. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Almond Croissant & Black Sesame Mochi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Pixlcat Coffee on Clement St. is hands down one of our favorite neighborhood spots. As a parent, finding a café that genuinely feels kid-friendly (not just tolerant, but welcoming) is rare -- and Pixlcat absolutely nails it. The vibe is warm, relaxed, and never pretentious. I can actually enjoy my coffee while my kids feel comfortable being there. Their butter mochi has become our family ritual -- perfectly chewy, lightly crisp on the outside, and just sweet enough. My kids light up when they see it come to the table. It's the treat we all look forward to. For me, the standout is the Iced Sparkling Americano. It's bright, refreshing, and unexpectedly addictive -- especially on a sunny Richmond District morning. It has that clean espresso bite with a crisp effervescence that makes it feel special without being fussy. Pixlcat strikes that perfect balance: great coffee, great treats, genuinely welcoming atmosphere. If you're in the Inner Richmond with kids (or honestly, even without), this place is a gem. We'll definitely keep coming back. read more

Got passion fruit mojito cost $7.37 with tax It was ok. Not bad but not my favorite. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

The Matcha latte with guava is excellent! It's a good twist on the usual strawberry Matcha latte. If you've never had Waapa before, it is sweet and tart, almost like a kiwi. There's lots of seating indoors, plus seating outdoors as well (but no shade). read more

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Cute spot with nice service. We were enticed by the butter mochi and went with black sesame - it was ok. I wouldn't have guessed that it was black sesame with my eyes closed. Not too sweet and down to try other flavors, but the staff might want to stop recommending that flavor. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Black Sesame Mochi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Not impressed we bought a $8.50 strawberry matcha drink and a $5 mochi cake at their ferry building stand. The guy didn't even fill it up to full cup. And it was not a big cup. Won't go again read more

Food Rating: 9 Price: 5 Ambiance/Service: 10 Overall Rating: 8 Strawberry Matcha Latte - oat milk ($8.50) Rating (9/10) Matcha flavor is not as strong but the strawberry syrup is very fresh and not too sweet! The drink was very smooth and really enjoyable. The price is just a bit high. *there is guest WiFi and charging ports near the desks as well* read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Iced Strawberry Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is in response to "Dennis" comment to my original review. Sorry that stupid hint of foam is disingenuous. I've had machiato's at independent coffee houses and they don't serve it in a joke shot glass. Why don't you list the oz size on your order signs? That would have been helpful. A photo would have been helpful too. What's this shit about "asking the staff?" Your business is precious and not realistic. You are insufferable. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Really yummy drinks, but the prices are very high. Ordered the iced Strawberry Dopo Panna latte with almond milk and it was over $9. I could definitely see myself returning, but not often due to cost. The drink itself tasted great. I was worried it would be too sweet, but it wasn't and the strawberry didn't taste artificial. I think the almond milk helped cut the creaminess since there's already a good amount of whipped cream on top. There were a couple chairs and a bathroom and the service was good. The mochi muffins are pretty basic but still good! read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Iced Strawberry Dopo Panna - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Got this togo and it was delicious. Not too sweet, but strong flavor. There's also a good amount of seating parking by. Great quiet spot for a pick me up. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Yummy coffee and snacks, clean interior, and friendly staff! A quaint little place to study, and pet friendly.

To the owner, I am not an idiot. I have experience making matcha and 40g of matcha isn't going to please anybody, maybe land you in the dang hospital if you are caffeine sensitive. Nobody can drink that much in one sitting in one drink without passing out from heart palpitations. And if you are "intentional" with making your MATCHA latte taste like your sweetened milk, then so be it. However, I am rather familiar with what a proper matcha latte should taste like and what you have going on here is not it. It isn't the sweetness factor that affects my opinion. Cafes that overload their lattes with sugar are not lattes I like to drink and it is quite bold of you to presume that is what is the issue here. I like to taste the MATCHA, not the milk or overloaded sugar, that is why I recommended kiss of matcha because it isn't the milk that makes the drink, it is the matcha--and I'd rather much spend my $7 there. read more

Such a cool coffee shop with plenty to choose from. It's a small space but perfect for everyday needs. Menu is creative & pastries are plentiful. Staff are efficient and the establishment is very clean. read more

Came by to get a cup of coffee after getting some croissants from Arsicault (waking distance location!), but didn't enjoy the drink too much unfortunately. Honeycomb Iced Doppio Panna Latte: Priced at $7 (before tax and tip), I feel that it was quite pricey, but I think I wouldn't have mind if I enjoyed the drink a bit more lol. The acidity of the espresso was so overpowering that it just did not mix well with the creaminess of the drink. Maybe someone who enjoys acidic coffee may enjoy this drink tho! Personally, the acidity of the espresso with the cream and honeycomb flavor didn't blend very well. ~Space~ There's a few smaller tables inside to sit and enjoy the drink but teh cafe isn't very big and there aren't too many tables so I wouldn't say this is a great study spot, but more of a grab-and-go type of cafe! ~parking~ Being on clement st., parking is very difficult (only street parking around)! Overall, the staff were pretty friendly and the store itself is cute, but I don't think I'd visit again as their coffee didn't quite align with my taste! but if you prefer acidic coffee, maybe this is a good spot to try! read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Honeycomb Iced Doppio Panna Latte ($7) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

So glad that theyve put such a cute coffee shop here! I've gone twice and had their Island Matcha. just to check for consistency ;)) and really enjoyed it!! It's creamy with a light hint of guava, which I felt was really unique, and not bitter at all but not a cup full of sugar either. Staff was also helpful, knew what they were serving hahha. I did think $7 for the size of the cup was a little steep, but I might just not know the price of guava ! read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Island Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This is my go to cafe whenever I visit SF and stay in the Richmond. I've also been able to work from the cafe here just fine, it's not loud at all. I order the Doppo Panna ube latte and it's great! Pro tip, ask for extra ube syrup if you really want that ube taste. Also their mochi is great, I'd get it again. read more

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As someone who loooves mochi muffins, their butter mochi was disappointing. I had the classic original flavor. Not only was it way over priced ($5) but it wasn't much off from a cornbread muffin. I hoped it would be worth it read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Presentation looks good, but it was lacking flavor and imo expensive compare to other coffee shops read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a pretty solid place overall. We stopped by for a coffee on the way to the farmer's market. We ordered an iced and a hot latte. I think the drinks overall were well presented and the interior of the place is cute. The quality of the coffee was good but not crazy memorable to me. They seemed to have a lot more sugary drinks on the menu, so those drinks might be more popular. This is our second time here, and we will come back again. No complaints in 2 visits. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Iced latte and hot latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I stepped into Pixlcat Coffee because I wanted to see if it was good and the logo is very cute. I ordered the Iced Ube Dopo Panna Latte and it lacked Ube flavoring and was sprinkled with Ube powder. When mixed the drink turned pink rather than what you'd usually expect it to be purple if the drink is ube flavored. While the drink was very strong it lacked the essence of being an ube latte, I think if it had Ube Halaya around the cup it would improve the drink. Service was pretty quick so if you're looking for something fast it is convenient but overall the drinks could be improved. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Iced Ube Dopo Panna - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I ordered a matcha latte with oat milk. It was very weak on matcha. I just tasted the creamy oat milk. $7+. Not good. The ambiance is spare with a few tables along the wall opposite the counter. The service was very good. I asked for more matcha (I asked where the matcha was from: Uji, the best source). The barista/owner okay's the cashier to add more. Sadly Still not much taste. read more

The menu is full of deliciousness, my favorite is their matcha. Everyone is always so friendly. I Love coming here when I visit San Francisco! read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Pixlcat was a stones throw from the Clement Farmer's market, so we came in for a quick drink. It was to my delight that the coffee is excellent! The dopo panna latte series is basically a latte with whipped cream. The espresso itself was rich and dark, which went perfectly with some lightly sweetened cream and vanilla syrup. I asked for mine half sweet and it was perfect for me. The space itself is quite small and the line builds up fast, but our drinks came out quickly. This makes for a great neighborhood coffee joint! read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Iced Vanilla Dopo Panna - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Cute cafe and sweet staff. I had a cold brew and an ube mochi, both were delicious! I'll definitely be back.

Delicious mochas, fun store, easy ordering, butter mochi selection is off the hook, service is a little hipster-you're-lucky-to-be-here but it alright considering the volume of tourists they endure. read more

Great coffee shop off clement street! Super close to the farmers market and usually has a line but moves fast. Cute interior with a few seats and a bathroom open to public. It's a bit hot inside on a sunny day, but usually I just grab coffee for the road. Very good matcha and latte! Would come again! read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I stopped by on a Sunday around 1 PM after grabbing dim sum next door and, fortunately, there wasn't a line. What drew me in was the shop's cute branding and unique drink offerings. If you're planning to stay and relax, be aware that seating is limited since it's a small space. It does seem like a great spot to work from, though, if you manage to grab a table. The service was friendly and fast--I only waited about 5 minutes for my order. I tried the Iced Espresso Tonic, which is a rare find at most coffee shops and one of my favorites. It was refreshing and definitely provided the caffeine boost I needed. I'd definitely return! read more

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I had a great experience with Pixlcat Coffee. I work nearby on Clement and have always seen the adorable logo outside and decided to walk-in. Immediately was greeted by a kind barista, Sara. I was overwhelmed by the menu at first, since it was my first time. However, Sara was super helpful in helping me decide. Overall, the drinks were delicious and the service was IMPECCABLE! read more

I've been a fan of this coffee shop for a while and have had the pleasure of meeting one of the owners at an event -- he was incredibly kind. Their mochi cakes are so good, especially the black sesame one (my favorite!), and through different events I've also tried several of their drinks -- the panna lattes are excellent. That's why I was so excited to visit their Clement location today, even though it's a bit of a distance from my neighborhood. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing. When my boyfriend and I walked in around 7:30 a.m., the shop was empty except for two girls in the back. We stood at the register for a couple minutes deciding what to order, and when one finally came over, her attitude made it feel like we were interrupting her conversation rather than being welcomed customers. My boyfriend needed a little more time to decide, and she just walked away -- no "I'll come back when you're ready" or anything. The other girl eventually came up, but again, no greeting, no thank you, just cold energy. It honestly felt like walking into a group of mean girls -- really surprising given how positive and kind my past experiences with the brand and owner have been. I still love their products, but the customer service at this location didn't reflect the warmth and quality I associate with their name. read more

I really like their seseame latte. It's really flavorful. It's a nice place to sit and read a book with big windows and natural light. Friendly service from staff. read more