Pixlcat Coffee did not miss and the black sesame latte is proof. I got the black sesame latte and it was seriously delicious -- the balance was spot on. The black sesame flavor came through in the most subtle, nuanced way without overpowering anything, and the coffee still delivered that punch you need from a latte. It's the kind of drink that feels thoughtfully crafted rather than just trendy, and that makes all the difference. If you're a fan of unique flavors done well, the black sesame latte needs to be on your order. Pixlcat Coffee, I'll be back for more! read more

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We were looking to get our caffeine fix and was curious about dopo panna lattes so settled with pixlcat. I liked that they have the option to adjust the amount of whipped cream as well as ice. We also got a classic box of 3 piece mochi. To go bag designs are cute! My sesame doppo latte had a strong nutty black sesame taste but sadly couldn't taste the espresso even though I opted for an extra shot. I did also get the large cup size but compared to the other 2 large size drinks in my order, it was smaller? I was able to try the mint chocolate doppo latte with an extra espresso shot and it reminded me of a Girl Scout thin mint cookie! Too bad also couldn't taste the coffee aspect though which was what we were looking for.However the iced latte with an extra shot was strong in coffee taste. Seems like their flavored specialty doppo lattes tend to be lighter in coffee taste and heavier in the specialty flavor. Luckily the mochi cupcakes did not disappoint! Of the 3, we enjoyed the classic butter mochi and the black sesame. I don't think the matcha one needed the extra frosting on top because without it, the cupcake still did have the matcha taste. Overall, mochi was not too sweet and had a good little chew read more

Pixlcat Coffee - 3pc - Classic Cat Trio Iced Mint Chocolate Dopo Panna Latte Iced Black Sesame Dopo Panna - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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First, the good things. The cashier was friendly and accommodating, and my drink ended up being really great, because the grated chocolate sank to the bottom and stayed there. The gift that keeps on giving! Next: Hats off to this place for existing. It wasn't until I just re-read the Yelp intro that I realized this cafe is from the "Lee brothers of Namu Gaji". RIP Namu Gaji on Balboa, you really made your own unique mark on both Balboa and the hype-machine food scene here in San Francisco in the 2010s. The Lee empire will go down in K-Am history as the outfit that brought Korean cuisine out of the late 70s and early 80s and moved it even beyond what the bigger and flashier restaurants were doing. Now, the not-so-good things. - Food: I ordered a breakfast sandwich, and when it arrived, the square of cheese on it still had condensation from the refrigerator, and was just this side of cold. The ingredients themselves were great--especially the avocado mash--but I ended up taking it home and reheating it just so I could see what actual melted cheese looked like. - Customer service: I unfortunately agree with all the negative reviews about customer service. I originally stumbled across this cafe when it first opened, was delighted to read the menu, and each time have been driven away by the sour attitude of some of the baristas. Most recently, this weekend--after having been away for about two years--I had the exact same experience others have described (saying a genuine thank you, and receiving a resentful almost-glance and a bordering-on-sarcastic frown in return). Customer service is part of the food experience. If an establishment's staff are treated so poorly that they look unhappy in public (a certain Glen Park market, years ago)--or if servers are allowed to treat customers poorly--both are problems that need to be addressed. And both are management issues, not necessarily the servers' or the customers' fault. I can only think that the owners/managers have some kind of reason to rationalize away the baristas' unpleasant behavior. I will say that after I originally decided to stop going, I walked by one day and saw one of the owners talking to the staff, both of whom were interacting with the same indifferent and disdainful attitude that some of us are finding so offputting. He didn't seem to notice--or somehow, he was taking it in stride--so that may be the problem. In contrast, I went down the street to Kamei Restaurant & Supply later and had a great time. That store has been putting in the work for over 40 years and is constantly overflowing with both tourists and locals, and I've never had a bad experience there. In fact, when they closed on the dot at 5:00 pm, the staff member who had to get all the customers out was very gracious and professional, even though his English was hard to understand. He literally motioned us along the path like we were in the classiest of hotels, and looked at me like he was really trying to help me find the right direction out (the front aisles were completely blocked by the rolling shelves from outside). And the owner/manager gave me a real smile as I went out the door. I hope Pixlcat succeeds. My advice would be to cut down the menu and focus on getting the service and a few core items right. As a restaurant owner told me years ago, "The customers didn't come here to give you a hard time. They came here to enjoy themselves. Our job is to help them have a good time." read more

I didn't really like the chai latte that I ordered. It wasn't very flavorful and strong. I would be curious to go back and try the Mochi desserts. read more

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

I was visiting San Francisco and found this cute café. I ordered a hot latte and s'mores mochi, and it was the best combination! I really like how they made the mochi very flavorful and the texture was just right. I really like the design of the café and there are a few tables to sit at as well. read more

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Delicious coffee. Cute interior but very compact. Try the weirder flavors. I chose a plain latter today and it was yummy. Be warned -- minimal seating is NOT intended for long stays. Definitely ties with Four Barrel Coffee for having chic design chairs that make you not wish to linger. Today featured a kickin funk playlist. Get down tonight. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - One of the world's most uncomfortable chairs. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Nice coffee shop in the Richmond! I got a matcha latte with simple syrup and really enjoyed it. The matcha flavor was good (not the strongest I've had) and the drink was sweet but not overly so. I really appreciate that they will make your drink in your own cup (I'm trying to limit my plastic waste). Service was great and they were happy to answer all of my questions about the different drinks on the menu. The place itself has some tables inside and an outdoor seating area as well (but no outlets). They play music and it is on the loud end, but they also have free WiFi. read more

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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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Love this little coffee shop! I'm not in the Richmond often but decided to make this my go-to coffee shop when I'm in the area. They have a unique drink menu in addition to the standard coffee drinks so great place for any mood you're in. At my last stop I had their matcha latte, and it came out smooth and pleasant. read more

Pixlcat Coffee - Matcha Latte, Iced Tiger Cat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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

I found this place by chance but found it really lovely! I ordered flat white and it was quite strong and good. There are some pastries but I came later in a day and the choice was limited. Staff is absolutely amazing, really nice guys! It's a busy area, so parking in front of the entrance is a challenge, but there are parks and other business nearby, so plenty of places to walk around and discover. There is a restroom, several tables inside but mostly for 2 people only. read more

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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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

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

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I've been here about two times and both times the drinks have been pretty mediocre. The first time I came here I tried the Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte, the strawberry was very artificial tasting it was good but it was a mix of watery-ish matcha and artificial strawberry milk. Onto the Iced Ube Matcha Latte, I would say the matcha again was watery-ish but this time it was more so disappointing as the ube wasn't exactly prominent at all. As someone who's Filipino and has known Ube before Vanilla or Chocolate, it wasn't accurate but wasn't terrible. Overall their drinks there aren't terrible, but it's not a place I would normally choose to go to. Their service was decent, both times I went in it wasn't busy and I was helped pretty quickly. The store environment is really aesthetically pleasing, I should've taken more cute photos of my drinks and their store logo being a pixilated cat is adorable! read more

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

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good mochi spot!!! tried their matcha one and perfect light bite. ube latte was fun shade read more

Pixlcat Coffee - 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 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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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

Bailey & Saige have completely changed the game for what a good coffee shop is. Not only is the food at Pixlcat unique and delicious, but the coffee also tastes delicious and is made by the best staff!! Seeing Bailey & Saige has made my days start out a lot more enjoyable, with my mornings always being pleasant and coffee filled thanks to those two! 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

Ordered the doppo panna here couple times and it wasn't so bad. Although I had a few bad experiences here. One time a ordered a drink, change my mind and ordered something else but found out they charged me two drinks. But I still come back every week to ordered my caffeine. Today I just came to get only a cup of ice and the girl was giving an attitude. So not sure if I'll go back again. read more

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

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

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

Mochi was great, coffee was okay. I got the ube latte and not a lot of flavor, really couldn't taste the ube.

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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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

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

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

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

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