I went here on recommendation from a friend who is a bigger coffee connoisseur than I, and I'm no slouch when it comes to my coffee, but this guy weighs his coffee and water mixture to a science... Talk about freak...haha. Anyway, stopping by here on our way out of town and visiting the Farmer's Market, I decided to get their drip coffee. It wasn't something that blew me out of the water, but I could tell that they were pumping out the coffee like a mini-starbucks, so maybe I should have ordered something other than the basic drip and gone for some foofoo drink my other com-padres. Anyway, would I stop by here again? Sure if it was in my path, but would I go out of my way for this coffee? Probably not. The price for drip coffee was a little steep in my opinion as well. Next time I do visit, I will try something else and hopefully bump up the rating. Overall Rating: 3/5 Service: 4/5 Price: 2/5 Flavor: 3/5 read more

UPDATE - added a star just cuz there are just times (MANY TIMES)) when a girl needs some super-cheesy (no, not chick-flicks) lavosh sandwiches. of course, there's the hummus plate too...wonderful. i don't know how they make the salad dressing, but i am pretty much making it my life's work to determine the recipe! did i mention the wonderful staff. okay, so i go there everyday...what can i say...whole wheat everything bagels really do it for me! oh, one thing...if you don't like LOTS of toddlers, avoid it on Sunday between 10 am and noon. NOT very good for a hangover! read more

I met a friend here for an afternoon coffee the other day. Very cute & cozy atmosphere - great place to bring your laptop and relax or do some work. The back room was full so we sat in the front along with all the neighborhood regulars who had set up mini workstations at virtually every table. My coffee was decent but it was served in a glass pint glass... I wonder what Griffin Mill would say about that? read more

I was looking for a place to get some work done in Bernal heights and there is no shortage of those here. Its like a scene from pleasantville when you pop over to Bernal Heights and Progressive Grounds fits right into that homey atmosphere. The staff was really nice upon entering. You can tell they have a lot of locals and repeat customers which is a good sign of a quality establishment. I didn't order coffee but I did try to Croque Monsuier. It was excellent. The bechamel sauce was doused all over the sandwich and i couldn't stop eating it. They have a large menu of breakfast items. They also have a lot of wraps and sandwiches as well so you can stop by anytime a grab a meal. The other part that make Progressive wonderful is its seating and wifi. They have a really strong wifi service and plenty of seating for everyone to work. They have a back patio area that is completely separate from the entrance and ordering area. This is really good to help from getting distracted. Most places wouldn't trust you in a place with wifi to just sit and work but they were so chill here. You can actually come and get hours of work done and if you buy something no one will bother you. I also noticed the place is really pet and family friendly. Seriously i have never seen so many people come in with a baby stroller or toddler in a two hour sitting. This place is exactly what you want in a internet cafe. Good food, great internet and plenty of space and plugs to work long hours. Come here to write the next great American novel! Or just grab a coffee. Whichever comes first. read more

I love coming to this cafe to enjoy an Iced Almond Milk Latte and a Chicken Salad Sandwich on Whole Wheat Bread, never disappoints and is packed with wholesome flavor. They offer a wide variety of goods such as, breakfast items that are but not limited to, bagels, bagel sandwiches, granola and even low carb choices. There are also Mediterranean grilled lavash wraps, salads, sandwiches and also ice cream and beer. Not to forget they have a coffee bar that offers hot and iced beverages with your choice of dairy or non dairy options. The staff here is consistently friendly and welcoming. Free wi-fi and lots of open space to study or to just relax and enjoy a nice lunch or light dinn read more

I work down the street from PG, and love its coziness, and not to mention, hidden back area, which is totally quiet and for peeps doing some serious work or daydreaming. In addition to the thoughtful setup, the food is really good. I usually get their hummus salad, which is so damn healthy that it does a good job of satisfying my "I must eat healthy" thoughts. I've also had their blueberry bagels with cream cheese, which are yummy. Service is da bomb, free wifi, and overall, a cute and chill place in cute ol' Bernal Heights. read more

Love this spot and the people but this oat latte is a big miss. Ordered extra hot, received super lukewarm and overstretched. Saw that they aren't using a barista blend so that would explain difficulties in the steaming. Bummer read more

This is a nice, cozy coffee shop that gives Bernal Heights a bookish, liberal flavor. I just had a Mitchell's ice cream scoop. The flavor was pineapple coconut. I haven't tried the wraps and sandwiches, but they sound good. There's a really nice ambiance to the interior. read more

Absolutely fantastic falafel wrap--I love the way they grill it! I also love the coffee cake with chocolate chips! Yum! I like the variety of places you can sit--in the front where most people are, or inside in the back where it's dark and cozy, or outside on the back deck, nice and sunny! Two Moroccan brothers own Progressive Grounds and they do a good job developing a nice neighborhood vibe. On Sundays (10-noon, I think) the place fills up with lil' kids there for "Breakfast with Enzo"--banjo, accordion, & singing. They also have an Old Time Jam Band on the 2nd and 4th Sunday from 3-6pm. And, they put up local artists' work on their walls (and sometimes photos of Morocco). So nice! read more

Why give four stars to a coffee shop, say it's beautiful and (potentially) relaxing, and then conclude that I won't be coming back? The baby brigade hangs out one place. I hang out in another. Believe me, if I wanted to find the entitled, child-centric crowd, I know exactly where to look. read more

Lots of plug ins and good WiFi! You can have private events in here, but perfect for some work/study time. Good lattes! I'm glad I tried them out read more

Gotta love Progressive Grounds. It's a nice place to grab a cuppa joe, or a sandwich and hang out for a while. Maybe read a book or the paper or something. Good spot in the back for those who go to cafe's for the wifi. It's comfy, it's cozy. Their coffee is pretty good, maybe not the best in the neighborhood, but it's really good. The wraps are killer, and turkey sandwich is excellent. I'm a vegetarian, so I no longer order the sandwich. Last time I cheated on my vegetarianism, I got a turkey sandwich from here. I get the sun-dried tomato on it. It was delicious, and it was worth it. I like the staff here. They're usually really nice, and they're quick to remember a face. I appreciate that sorta thing. It makes the neighborhood feel like home. Go show them some love. read more

Excellent place to relax, but parking can be a problem. Sit in the large room in the back, or garden patio, if you want quiet time. They carry Mitchell's ice-cream! read more

Probably one of my favorite coffee shops in the city. Large selection of drinks, food, and they even carry Mitchell's ice cream. The coffee is decent and it gets me through the day. Their pesto chicken lavash was really tasty and kept me full for a bit. One of the best aspects of this place is the layout of the coffee shop itself. There's a a bunch of places to sit and it even expands to the back if you want some place a bit more quiet. If you're nearby the area, definitely check this place out. read more

I bet you thought a shot of espresso came in a small porcelain cup or at least a dixie cup. Nope! You must be confused. At Progressive Grounds they serve your espresso in a GIANT paper cup. Not what I like. The inside of the place is really nice and they've got these signs up about how they like dogs and ask for a dog treat. I did and after some confusion they gave me a dog treat. And then nicely told me and the dog to get the heck out of their restaurant. Didn't get to try the pastries which looked pretty good. Was too busy being flustered at being chucked out. read more

I love them! First of all, my soy chai was just perfect - plenty of spice, not sweet so I could add my own brown sugar (which they also has, of course), and very modestly priced, great value. Second, I love the local vibe, mom-and-pop ownership aspect to such a wonderful neighborhood venue. You just have to support places like this, especially when they serve excellent product. Third, it's the little touches - things like a 10 picture to put excess coffee, rather than dumping it into the garbage. Or the lovingly placed artwork on the walls, the very inviting patio. It just calls out pride of ownership, care for the local community. I think this is one of San Francisco's best. Please patronize these wonderful folks! read more

I absolutely love this coffee shop! If you're looking for a great place to catch up with friends or a nice quiet place to plug in your computer and catch on on work or study, this is it! With an assortment of cafe drinks and juices as well as well as a good selection of baked goods you're sure to find something to keep your wheels spinning. You'll always find a seat here in this spacious place. No need to scrounge for an outlet to keep your laptop battery juice powered, there are plenty of extension outlets so you can plug and chug away. Their outdoor patio is nicely kept is quaint and is perfect for warm SF days. Just a great place for some friend time or you time. read more

I love this spot! Service is always super friendly and the food is great! I love the classic Falafel, as well as the grilled cheese on lavash. Mitchell's ice cream is also always a win. read more

That is a solid 4 stars. I'd give it 4.5 if I could. I don't even live near this cafe, but I go here anyway when I want to hang out at a cafe. This is probably in part due to the fact that I don't have a "good" cafe near me. (Starbucks and Peet's are great in their own way, but they lack that homey feel.) What do I like about this place? 1) Strong espresso drinks 2) Yummy (aka fatty and sweet) baked goods 3) Mitchell's ice cream! 4) Delicious grilled wraps 5) Cozy back room 6) Fireplace in cozy back room 7) Kids toys in cozy back room (Okay, so I usually don't care for kids toys, but it's nice that the place is looking out for the poor kids dragged to the cafe by their parents.) 8) Relaxing back patio 9) Nonpretentious feel 10) Somewhat diverse clientele This place has hit just about everything I look for in a coffee shop. Other nice things they have, that I don't care so much about: 1) They have computers for internet (don't know if they charge). 2) Reasonably convenient plugs for your laptop 3) Dog snacks Every neighborhood should have cool cafes like this. Why can't mine? :( read more

If I lived in Bernal Heights I would totally live here. It's a perfect little coffee shop that's comfy and friendly and has some tasty treats. How many coffee shops have: 1.a fire place 2. an enclosed outdoor patio 3. fresh scooped ice cream 4. treats that run from vegan to ham These are just a few of the things that make this place nice. Unlike hipster coffee places in the mission that don't even make hot chocolate (I'm looking at you architect designed four barrel), this place is a real neighborhood coffee house with a little bit of everything. It invites the freelancer and the mommy as well all the locals to stay for a while. I really like thier version of a croque-monsieur which uses levant bread instead of thick bread and is layers of ham and thin cheese with a horseradish sauce. read more

I visited PG today for two reasons. One, that I looked it up on Yelp and read very lovely reviews which made me think this may be my kind of place. Two, I irrationally suspected that I might run into a cute guy through whom I first heard of the cafe. Well I was only disappointed once. The cafe was all that I read it to be and more. The interior is very nicely decorated and the elevated patio made for the best study break location ever. I spent over 4 hours there studying and didn't feel uncomfortable for a minute. I first ordered a small coffee which was more like Campbell's Cup-o-cino it was so enormous. I happily downed the whole of it (not the strongest ever, but good) and then went back for the Grilled Salmon Wrap all you folks raved so much about. Yeah it was pretty awesome. Didn't even mind the one fish bone I found. Giggling kids and the stressed out mutterings of the guy next to me studying lulled me into a state of study euphoria. Only didn't get 5 stars for the slow arrival of my wrap. Not even counting the beastly lady who intercepted my order coming down the hall and claimed it as hers, further delaying my lunch. Almost perfect!!! And I'll come back soon, and not for that guy this time. read more

In short, I ordered a cup of tomato bisque soup and a grilled cheese. The menu indicates that sandwiches can be made with whole wheat or sourdough bread... the gentleman behind the counter asked me what kind of bread I wanted and I chose sourdough. what I got? lavash bread with melted cheese with a bit of hummus and very thin tomato soup with al dente carrots. It was terrible. when I inquired about the hummus on the grilled cheese the guy behind the counter confirmed, that yes they use hummus, but only a little bit to make the cheese stick to the lavash. when I told him that I didn't like it, he seemed dumbstruck and gave me a simple, "oh." next time I'm stuck in bernal and need a snack or quick meal I'll hit up the good life grocery, or get a slice at the liberty cafe bakery. read more

$14 w/o tip for a pretty mediocre salad and an iced tea. Not worth coming back for food...or at least the salad. There were two tiny pieces of tomato and two slices of cucumber with the vast majority lettuce. The chicken was dry too. He dressing was homemade and good though. Overall, this was more a $5 salad, if that. read more

Really nice little cafe. Service seemed a little slow but the food exceeded expectations. We got a turkey sandwich and tomato bisque. The sandwiches were really good, unique, and fresh. The soup was average...still tasty but nothing special. This is a great place for a quick lunch! Fun hole in the wall. Good music. read more

Progressive Grounds - One of the turkey sandwiches... They are a couple of variations but this was on wheat and have a lemon sauce. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We rented an apartment last week in Bernal Heights a block away from this shop. We visited every morning of our stay and visited a couple of evenings, too. We loved their coffee! My kids are both baristas at a coffee shop where we live in Louisville, KY and they thought it was great. The food was really good, too. We especially loved their egg and cheese bagel. I tried it on a different kind of bagel each morning and it was always delicious! (I always got the cheddar cheese.) Very fresh and delicious. They serve it up as piping hot scrambled eggs with a slice of melted cheese on each half of the bagel and include a shaker of salt and of pepper with it. Yummy! The owner was so sweet also. On day 3, my son and I got to the coffee shop before my daughter and husband and the owner asked us where the rest of our family was. He also remembered that my daughter ordered iced coffee. To sum it up, I would definitely recommend this place! Super cozy, great coffee, friendly owner, great food and nice neighborhood feel! Thanks for offering us a great coffee shop/breakfast experience! read more

Studying productivity is five stars and therefore this cafe is five stars. I found the general ambiance to be studious and focused with a splattering of families enjoying the cafe's food and chill vibe. The cafe has three seating areas (bright and bustling front room, middle cave-like area, and outdoor seating in the back) , all covered by unlimited wifi, with lots of tables. Outlets are a little scarce or rather hard to reach, but are available nonetheless. There are definitely times of intense crowding, but for the most part, the cafe lends itself to some serious productivity which I appreciate. The crowd is a mix of late-20's, 30's, and 40's to families in the hood. This is my go-to in the neighborhood over the over-run Martha's down the street. ps. Did not care for their soup at all, but their coffee's not bad. read more

Great patio out back and a great place for coffee. Lots of people must agree because they use it as an office and make callS on their phones. Don't buy the food. It's mediocre. I tried the croc Monsieur and also a chicken sandwich. They were soggy and the reheated meat was too hot. They don't compare with what you can make at home. Add 2 beverages and the bill was $25. No thank you! San Francisco expects better. read more

Glad this place is open and doing a great job , Tape on the ground separating everyone , employees wearing mask and changing gloves every order , and extremely friendly , the turkey Swiss and pesto bagel was amazing and exactly what I was looking for . Thanks for staying open and making sure everyone can be as clean and safe as possible really appreciate it . Will be coming back , also great double espresso . read more

This is a great neighborhood spot. I used to live near here and I still work down the street so I come here all the time for a morning mocha, or a yummy wrap at lunchtime. I've never had the burnt coffee I see people complaining about but when you order a mocha or a latte they're usually pretty good. They also have a good selection of teas. For the morning, they have a wide range of bagels and other pastries. The sandwiches and wraps they make are delicious, and they have some good choices for vegetarians, like the falafel wrap. They also have the option now of whole wheat lavash bread. Progressive Grounds also has ice cream, smoothies, and some food choices for kids. The environment can be a bit hectic, lots of families stop by and in the back they have a play area for the kids. But it can be peaceful at times, and getting comfy on the back porch with a book is always nice. Free Wi-Fi too, which is always good. It is a welcoming environment, with very friendly staff. read more

This is my new go-to spot for coffee in Bernal Highs. Definitely another cool coffee shop, with typical pastries, but nonetheless delicious and high quality. They offer various options and every time I walk in, they're busy with people but in the best way possible! The customers are always friendly, and the employees return the joy. read more

Update on my previous complaints: I haven't had their Chai again so I won't speak to this, but -I think they may have finally invested in a good router or something because their internet hasn't caused me any troubles since I last reviewed. -It's still a bit crowded at times but with the flux of people in and out, seating isn't too much of a problem and I've been getting less distracted and able to get work done. This is more of a personal thing so I'm revoking my previous complaint. -Still not sure how I feel about the owner (I didn't realize there was a fine line between playful and rude but he's somehow blurring it) I've also now had more of their smoothies and today got the Grilled Veggie Sandwich on Spinach bread. Always love their smoothies. Sandwich is decent- nothing special and could be a bit tastier and less cheesy but it's alright. Cost me about $8 for a pretty good size. Also, I feel like I should mention that while I haven't yet taken advantage of it, they now serve beer and wine as well. And I'm not sure why it says they don't accept credit cards because they most definitely do. Trust me, I forgot to go to the ATM. Conclusion: I really want to give them 4.5 stars. I'm not blown away but I also don't really have anything to complain about (aside from the cool breeze that comes in when the back door is left open). read more

I love the Croque Monsieur À La Aziz lavash wrap. I have it every time I am here and will drive across town for it. Delicious

Decent coffee shop gets a lot of credit for being dog and child friendly. But maybe thats necessary in this part of Bernal, where everyone seems to be competing to have the cutest dog/child/stroller in town. The coffee it just average, the extra star is for the feeling of community and friendliness. If you are not interested in that, you just want a coffee and quiet, I would recommend going someplace else. Its worth noting they have a baby changing station in the bathroom if that's important to you. read more

I went here the other day and had lunch with my boyfriend. The chicken tarragon lavash wrap was really good. Service = not so good. Why are females so hostile toward one another? Oh well, I've been having problems with females acting this way towards me this week. read more

Brillant! A little slice of paradise in the hustle bustle of the big city. I stopped in on a slow thursday noon, and got lunch. Which was a nice twist on the fare you might find in a coffee shop. I had a sample of 2 things from the menu, and both were yummy. Really cool vibe going on, of the front room/ traditional coffee shop, the back room/chill couch lounge area, and the garden patio all the way through. I'm going to spend more time in Bernal Heights because of this place. read more

The Sun dried tomato turkey sandwich makes me fart. All day. Every time. I said that. No other major side effects to report. Never had their grounds but I imagine they're steeped in equality. read more

Nice little neighborhood cafe. The best food options seem to be the sandwich wraps. They have a nice selection of bottled sodas (mmm, natural ginger ale), mitchell's ice cream, and a geriatric internet terminal. Sweet employees, too. Be sure to speak clearly when telling people where to meet you: One of our friends thought we'd told him to find us at Professor Brown's! :D read more

I'm not sure if just being open for lunch warrants an additional star but I'm gonna give it an extra one anyway. It's a bit hard to get a meal on a Saturday afternoon in these parts and this was one of 3 options. I didn't want bar food and another place on the block decided to close early so Progressive Grounds was kind of clutch. A sandwich sounded very workaday and not what I originally had in mind for my late lunch. But, upon entering, I was pleasantly surprised by their creative options for sandwiches and wraps. I had the Kefta wrap which I split with my husband who, split his pesto chicken wrap with me. The Kefta wrap (basically a Moroccan cheeseburger wrapped in lavash bread) was my favorite. The chicken pesto wrap was what I expected it to be but with kalamata olives in the mix. It was a nice touch. I was also surprised with how cute and inviting the patio in the back was. A little bit of shade, a little bit of sun, and a whole lot of charm. Overall, this place should have been my first choice. Those who live in Bernal Heights sure do have it good with a place like this in the neighborhood. read more

Try: Bringing a book and enjoying the garden Standing in line next to locals dressed in PJ's, meeting up with friends, and relaxing in their local coffee joint, I couldn't help browsing the Yelp reviews. Yes, fellow Yelpers! Indeed, this place feels amazing and the garden is wonderful! Now serving beer and wine too! read more

Great neighborhood cafe with good food, music and drinks. Their wifi can be spotty from time to time. Good service overall! My personal favs: curry chicken wrap, chef's salad and pecan pie. They have Mitchell's ice cream too. read more

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