Such a cute spot with a bright and airy ambience that makes it the perfect place to catch up with friends, or get some work done. Every drink we ordered was honestly delicious, you can really tell they put care into the quality and flavor of each one. Their coffee is smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced. The matcha was creamy, and not overly sweet. Definitely some of the better matches I've had in a while. The staff was also incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful, which made the whole experience even better. Between the atmosphere, amazing drinks, and great service, this is definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to whenever I'm in the city! read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Caramel Latte Espresso Cloud - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I visited Q Specialty Coffee in San Francisco with my sister and really enjoyed our experience overall! We both loved our drinks, and I also appreciated the portion sizes--they were just right and really satisfying. I ordered the Velvet Matcha Cloud (a matcha latte with matcha cloud), and my sister got the Matcha Strawberry Cloud, which includes an organic matcha latte topped with house-made strawberry cloud and dried strawberries. Both drinks were beautifully made and tasted great. They also have a wide variety of drink options beyond matcha, including coffee classics like signature pour-overs and espressos, as well as tea and other hot drinks. Their food menu is just as extensive, offering pastries like crepes, croissants, scones, muffins, and even sandwich bites. I really loved the vibe inside Q! It's very aesthetic with a soft, creamy, almost cozy atmosphere. Since we went last Friday on an afternoon, it was quite busy with a mix of tech workers and college students working at tables, but the space still felt comfortable. The staff were kind and working hard despite how busy it was, which I appreciated. Overall, it's a great spot if you're looking for good drinks, a pretty atmosphere, and a productive café environment. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Velvet Matcha Cloud + Matcha Strawberry Cloud - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

A great place for curated gourmet coffees, matcha and other drinks with a superb pastry selection to match. Bright clean Modern minimalist decor with tiny little round tables just big enough for a laptop and your beverage of choice. Friendly service and definitely fast service midweek, though seating can be a little tight due to everyone camping out here "working from home". :) I really just wanted something simple like the drip coffee, black, no room, but they were out! Hey.. isn't this a coffeehouse!??? lol So I went for the Mocha and a blueberry scone. The Mocha was on point but I have to say the scone had a remarkable moist and almost airy texture with plenty of blueberries. 5/5 on the scone, 4.5/5 on the mocha. The servers were all friendly and seemed to enjoy being here as much as I was! I would love to come back again anytime I am nearby, especially midweek when there aren't any lines! read more

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Been wanting to try this matcha/coffee place. I'm not a coffee drinker but this place has plenty of quality matcha and juice options. I got the strawberry matcha cloud. There was a perfect ratio of strawberry and matcha. The creamy foam top complimented the matcha well and tasted like a dessert! The coffee options are also extensive. As busy as this place gets, the staff is quick and efficient. There is seating inside and a bench outside. Parking is street parking. I would love to come back to try different flavors! read more

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As some reviews have mentioned, there was a line to order drinks. The wait overall was not long and our drinks came out maybe 10 minutes after ordering. The cafe itself is very spacious and bright with plenty of seats. We ordered the coco water strawberry cloud and velvet hojicha cloud. The cloud on both drinks were very good! They were thick, creamy, and had good flavor. The hojicha tasted nutty and smooth. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Coco water strawberry cloud - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Q Specialty Coffee is poppin'! We were across the way when we noticed the cafe. My companion shared that it's a popular spot, and since my Dad wanted coffee, we chose to walk over. On a weekend afternoon, it was packed. The line was out the door, and there were no seats. The line goes by fast. You order and pay, and wait for your name to be called. Most of the people here were working while hanging out. The interior is sleek, modern, and vibey. The service by the workers was kind, and they felt bad about getting my name wrong, lol. So I was intrigued by their Yuzu Matcha Air Cream Cloud, which I got with Oat Milk. The barista warned me it would be citrusy. As a Japanese girlie obsessed with yuzu, this didn't scare me; it made me even more excited! The drink was topped with a large amount of foam. The yuzu foam was airy, citrusy, and light--you could taste it well! Upon mixing, it was nicely balanced. I was a fan. They're also known for their coffee, which is a specialty. My Dad and his friend enjoyed their coffees, noting they were strong and good. I'd love to come back to try their other matchas, seeing most customers got that. Q Specialty Coffee is a spot to try out if you're a coffee or matcha drinker. I'd come back to grab another matcha! Find them off California St. with neighborhood and metered parking nearby. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Yuzu Matcha Air Cream Cloud (Oat Milk) - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Q Specialty Coffee is a super popular, trendy, modern, matcha and coffee drink store. There's usually a line out the door to order. Inside, it's modern with plenty of small, light wooden desks to work or hang out. The first time I came on the weekend, the line was so long, I left. The second time I came on a rainy Tuesday afternoon and there was only a short line inside. I ordered the strawberry matcha cloud, which was an organic matcha latte with strawberry cloud foam on top, plus crumbs of dried strawberries. The matcha was pretty good. The strawberry cloud foam was a nice touch. There was only one size and it was $8.25 plus tax. Q Specialty Coffee also serves espresso drinks, coffee, tea, hojicha lattes, and more drinks with strawberry cloud. For dessert, they have Lady M Mille crepes! They also offer sandwiches, pastries, and cookies. Female worker at the counter was pretty nice. Pretty cool coffee/matcha spot on California St. in San Francisco. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Matcha Strawberry Cloud ~ $8.96 - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I ordered the velvet matcha and hojicha and both were delicious. The cream tops were nice and fluffy, not too liquidy. The matcha flavor actually came through in the drink and the hojicha was nice and nutty. The cafe itself was pretty big. Lots of seating with great big windows. The drinks came out quickly but there wasn't a large line when I ordered. read more

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Q Specialty Coffee is a nice neighborhood addition. Very popular! Even with Starbucks and Peets here, this place is great as they have great coffee and matcha drinks. Our favorite is the Velvet Matcha Cloud. It's creamy and delicious. Not bitter as with some matcha drinks. The Mille cakes are good but we don't care for their other food, especially not the shredded steak cheese burrito which according to my hubby tasted like freezer section microwave burritos. Service is friendly. Located on California and Locust. read more

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Q Speciality Coffee has been blowing up for their trendy, delicious matcha and for good reason! We got there on a Saturday in the early afternoon and there was barely a wait to order. Street parking was quite easy as well. I got the strawberry cloud matcha, which came out after about 5-10 minutes. Strawberry cream was perfectly sweet and rich, which paired well with the smooth and bold matcha! Servers were very friendly. We took our drinks to go, but if you are planning to sit down it gets quite busy. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Strawberry cloud matcha - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Parking: Residential parking is available on the street. Limited but not impossible. Interior: Aesthetic modern clean vibes for the gram vibes. Seating is available but the shop is packedddd so it might be hard. Good study spot. Wait Time: About 10-15min to order and 10min for drinks. Items Order: 7.5/10 Velvet Matcha Cloud $8 - matcha was good but nothing special 8/10 Caramel Latte Espresso Cloud $8 - coffee was actually yummy. it's strong but different from viet coffee. Nice to try but was not a WOW overall i've seen this place with an hour long line before but after trying the drinks even with essentially a normal wait, the drinks were still not worth going for. expensive + small size + just meh taste + located outside of sf center read more

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The cutest coffee shop! There's only street parking here. I ordered the mocha latte and if you like chocolate milk, you'll love this! Also tried their yuzu matcha. It was very matcha forward with a slight hint of yuzu, which made it very refreshing! read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Super cute coffee shop that makes amazing matcha! I typically make my own matcha at home since it's so much more cost efficient, but every once in a while I like to treat myself and try out matcha spots in the city. The ambiance is very modern and spacious. A great spot to catch up with friends when it's not too busy. I ordered the velvet matcha cloud, and it was so delicious. It's a matcha latte with matcha foam topping. I ordered it less sweet, and it was perfect for me. The matcha was smooth, robust, and earthy. I know they specialize in coffee and have a display of coffee beans and scents in the store, but honestly they really nailed it with their matcha. Will definitely come back when I want to treat myself again. read more

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Had to try their most popular drink, which is the velvet matcha cloud (matcha latte with matcha cream cloud). The cream cloud was thick and creamy, which was a huge plus! There wasn't a line when I went but the indoor seating was all taken. Would come back again to try their other drinks! read more

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Overall: 4.8/5 Spacious and feels open, aesthetic, can get very busy, minimalist decor. You can smell the different coffee beans near the front. I prefer more BITTERsweet matchas so I thought their matchas here are a little more on the sweet side. Drinks are served with open caps but they're still provided at the counter. Drinks: - Velvet Matcha Cloud: matcha feels thin but strong, creamy, recommend 50% sweet - Strawberry Matcha Cloud: can't really taste the strawberry (subtle), matcha is sweet and creamy read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Matcha Clouds - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had one of the strawberry matcha drinks with a cinnamon roll. I appreciated that they asked if I wanted the cinnamon roll warmed up which I said yes to. I'm not the biggest fan of matcha but this was good and the strawberry flavor helped it out. The cinnamon roll was good and had a healthy amount of icing. The aesthetic was nice. I went on a weekend afternoon while I was on vacation and all the tables were full and the only outdoor seating is a bench read more

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Stopped by Q Specialty Coffee in SF and this place is such a solid find. The ambiance is super clean and minimal with a modern coffee lab feel. Everything looks really intentional, from the setup behind the counter to the way drinks are presented. It's bright, calm, and a nice spot to just sit and chill for a bit :)) Service was fast and the staff were really friendly. They took the time to explain a few drinks and gave good recommendations, which I always appreciate at spots like this ! Coco Wave Matcha Cloud Really refreshing. The coconut water keeps it light and slightly sweet, while the matcha cloud on top adds that creamy, earthy balance. Super smooth and easy to drink. Velvet Hojicha Cloud This one was my favorite. Deeper, more roasted flavor from the hojicha with a really creamy texture from the cloud. Less sweet, more rich and comforting. Overall, everything felt well thought out--from the drinks to the experience. Definitely a spot I'd come back to, especially if you're into matcha/hojicha drinks with a more elevated twist. read more

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Got there a few minutes before opening and was first in line... they unlocked the doors and invited us right in which was a nice way to start. The space is bright, clean, and has plenty of seating. Felt welcoming from the moment we walked in. We ordered the Sunrise Espresso Cloud, Velvet Matcha Cloud, and Coco Wave Matcha Cloud. All good. I was hoping to watch the matchas being made fresh but the staff member pouring our drinks explained they premake everything because of how busy they get... and sure enough, by the time we left the line was already out the door and they had barely just opened. Hard to argue with that. Pricing is on par with what you'd expect for specialty matcha drinks and the cups are cute and reusable which is a nice bonus. Staff was friendly throughout. Q Specialty Coffee is worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

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Added this spot to my list and finally got to visit! We were coming from sacramento so we came by around 5:10 and they close at 5:30, however the worker was super helpful as it wasn't first time. He was super friendly as well. This is for 2/25. I got the velvet matcha, yuzu matcha and pistachio crepe cake for around $31. The drinks were around $8 each which honestly is not bad at all. I love that you can adjust your sweetest. I did the velvet at 75% and tbh that was pretty sweet so I do recommend keeping their standard 50%. I got the yuzu at their normal. The only difference between these two is the "cloud" which is the cream on top. The yuzu one is so fresh and light. The flavor is very distinct but not overpowering. I always love seeing yuzu on the menu. The velvet one was creamy and smooth. As for their ambiance, the cafe is super spacious. Lots of seating and natural light. They also have coffee here!! Will definitely be back to try more :) read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Yuzu Matcha + Velvet Matcha IG: @_lifewithjenn_ - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Q Specialty Coffee was a place I kept seeing all over TikTok and Instagram, so it was definitely on my list to try once I came back home from college. When I finally had the chance, I went with a friend and we were both really excited to see if it lived up to all the hype online. We ended up ordering the Velvet Matcha Cloud and the Velvet Hojicha Cloud, and both drinks were honestly so good. They were clearly prepared with care and crafted really well, and the texture of the drinks was incredibly smooth and creamy. The matcha and hojicha flavors were well balanced and not overpowering, which made them really enjoyable to drink. The cloud topping added such a nice creamy layer that made each sip feel rich but still light at the same time. My friend liked their drink so much that they actually went back and bought another one, which says a lot about how good it was. If I could go back, I would also love to try their Spiced Chai Espresso Cloud because I'm a big fan of chai lattes and that combination sounds really interesting. The experience and ambiance of the shop were also really memorable. The space felt very clean and aesthetically pleasing, and you can tell a lot of thought went into the design of the café. One really fun detail was the coffee smell tester, where you can smell coffee beans from different regions around the world. It was such a unique and interactive touch that made the visit feel a little more special. The staff were also incredibly nice. One of the workers even complimented me, which was honestly really sweet and made the experience feel even more welcoming. This is a place I would definitely love to come back to. But I wish that they had another location that wasn't so deep in SF, but aside from that, it's a spot I really enjoyed. Between the drinks, the atmosphere, and the friendly staff, it's easy to see why so many people recommend it. read more

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I love this place! Usually there is a line out the door but so worth it. Lone usually takes 15 minutes and the wait after isn't that long. I love matcha foam and the matcha lattes are so smooth and thick. The velvet matcha is my favorite. I've never sat in the shop since is kind of loud and busy, but people seem to do it! read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Velvet matcha - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I stopped into Q Specialty Coffee since it's open early on a Sunday. This café has beautiful blond wood and light beige delcor. Jazz music playing in the background creating a chill ambiance! Although periodically there is a rude bell ringing sound?‍ At the counter, I placed in my drink order with a very unfriendly cashier. The man didn't even welcome me or crack a smile when I commented about the beautiful morning. The two assistants prepared the matcha base and made the hot latte beverage. I have to say the bowl and whisk on the counters are quite aesthetically pretty. The hot matcha drink is served in cool, environmentally streamlined cup with a built in sleeve. Nice. The match itself was okay (it is a standard 50% according to the receipt). Quite light both in taste and bitterness. I asked for no foam and found ...foam on top. For the price of $7.50 plus a surcharge for oat milk, it's an expensive morning drink ($8+). I am paying for the ambiance and the location in the western side of Pac Heights obviously Would you pay this much? Would I? Not likely a second time. read more

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Came around 1pm on a Saturday and only waited 5 minutes to order! I loved that they had coffee beans that you can smell while you wait. The inside had a decent amount of seating and a good amount of waiting area. My drink came out fairly quickly. I got the velvet matcha and it was delicious! As someone who doesn't like super sweet drinks, the default of the sweetness was perfect. read more

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First time here and tried the Yuzu Matcha! My personal gripe with it is that the Yuzu cream alone had a unique taste, it's necessary to mix it thoroughly in the drink. After that, it's delightfully light and tame, not overpowering. I personally only have tasted Yuzu in savory dishes so it was a bit odd to try it with matcha or something sweet. Would try this place again and order something else, the richness and flavors of this cafe are pretty commendable. Place seems to always be packed and it's a fairly small, but the service was still great. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - yuzu matcha - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Been seeing Q all over my social media and I can see why! The drinks are so unique and aesthetic that it's worth a visit! I stood in line for about 40-50 mins on a Saturday afternoon which is what I expected with all the hype. Once you order the drinks come out super fast. There is seating inside but can be hard to find with the amount of people. But it's very nice and airy inside and could be very nice to sit. I got the yuzu matcha as I've never heard of it before and it was very good! The matcha was strong and the yuzu flavor definitely came through! There are so many other drinks I want to try here so will definitely come back the next time I'm in the area! read more

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Read mixed reviews about this place but the matcha with cloud foam looked unreal so of course I had to try for myself.. get the yuzu one for the cloud foam. It's good and unique with a slight yuzu citrus flavor. I liked it! Very nice ambiance. It's pricey but good, I would come back again to try their velvet matcha latte. read more

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I've been seeing this place blow up on TikTok so I had to try it out. The line was out the door and wrapped around the building on a Sunday afternoon. I got the matcha cloud, and it was okay I just felt like I was expecting more of the matcha taste but it tasted more milky. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Matcha cloud - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

The line was out the door and ready to wrap around the block! It was a rather long wait, but I have to say they're specialty drinks were killer. They do a great job at presentation and flavor. When you first get to the counter, you'll see a bunch of different beans that you can smell, it'll help you decide on the type of beans you'd like them to use if you're getting a standard drip or espresso drink. I think that this was one of the cooler things I've seen a coffee shop too. Their drinks are very easy to finish in two minutes, you have to pace yourself or else you'll be back in that line! read more

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It wasn't too bad of a wait when I arrived at 12:00pm on a Saturday. But after I got in line, there was a line afterwards that started to form around 1pm. I think I waited about 10ish minutes. The Velvet Matcha Cloud I got was amazing!! It wasn't too grainy or watery and was the perfect ratio. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Velvet Matcha Cloud and Hojicha Cloud - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

My husband and I came on a Friday morning around 8 am. Luckily no wait! A month ago we drove by in the afternoon and the line was out the door. We ordered the velvet matcha and dripped coffee. The matcha was great, perfectly sweet and perfectly velvety like they said. The creaminess and the foam top was delicious. My husband enjoyed his coffee as well. Many of the tables were full, some people working out of their laptops and some chit chatting enjoying morning coffee and breakfast. We didn't get to try the baked goods. Seems like the store allowed dogs? I saw 3 people with their dogs. Unfortunately one of the dogs threw up in the coffee store. It ate its owners slice of cake (whole) without chewing and threw it all up. I'm not sure why the lady wasn't watching her dog seems a bit irresponsible. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Expected a long line on a Saturday morning, and it took us about 20 minutes to get to the front of the line at around 11:15AM. I am always on the hunt for a place that can do good matcha and coffee in the city, in addition to scoping out potential coworking spots... The Yuzu Matcha Air Cloud was balanced and delicious. The foam/cream on top wasn't heavy at all and had a nice, subtle yuzu flavor that only added to the depth of the drink when mixed into the quality matcha. As someone that enjoys certain fruity flavors with matcha (esp. mango), I'm pleasantly surprised that yuzu worked so well here. If you have some time to spare on the weekend, check this place out. I would love to return on a not-as-busy (hopefully) weekday to sir down, read, or get some work done because the space was nice and beautiful, but way too hectic and overstimulating on a busy Saturday morning. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Yuzu Matcha Air Cloud - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Nice and clean, great aesthetics :) There was a line when I went, but not too bad. They have an area where you can smell different types of coffee beans, which was neat! I tried the velvet matcha and it was good! Make sure to give it a good stir at the bottom so the sweetness is more balanced throughout the drink. No issue with street parking when I went. read more

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Came here around 9:30am on a Friday and it was busy. The cashier was friendly and baristas are meticulous and hardworking. The honey latte was strong but I didn't realize I need to mix the honey sitting at the bottom so less sweet was almost non-sweet. It was a great latte. The yuzu matcha air cloud matcha latte was interesting and definitely a good combo but execution is lacking. The matcha latte isn't bad but not very earthy and the cloud tasted diluted with just a hint of yuzu. read more

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I went here on a rainy Sunday and there was a little line. The wait was around 20 minutes. I suggest before hand to look at the menu and pictures since this place also serves items beyond Matcha(which I think is what they're most known for). They have a QR code inside so that you can also look. I got the Mocha Dream Espresso Cloud which I got with oatmilk. It was a little more than 9$. I also didn't wait for too long and the drink also had a nice presentation and didn't look rushed. I was a little scared it would just taste like a latte but it wasn't completely the same. I finished this drink which is good and therefore would recommend this spot. Plan ahead and expect a line though read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Mocha Dream Espresso Cloud - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

When you walk in, there's a sign for you to scan to access the menu on your phone. They have lots of different drinks such as various coffees, matches, etc. I was in the city to get things done so I wanted to try it after seeing them on social media. The videos I saw were all matcha related so I had to try the matcha drinks. My cousin got the strawberry matcha while I got the yuzu matcha. The drink was perfect imo! Not overly sweet and still had the matcha taste. I really enjoyed it and would definitely recommend. There's also lots of seating for you to sit and get work done if you're looking for a place to sit down. The workers are also very friendly and will give recommendations if you ask!!! read more

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There's always a line to get into this place. I came on a Friday around 2p and there were about 3 ppl in front of me; however, there were times when the line would end up outside. I was lucky to get a table for 4. There were 2 benches outside. I ordered the iced matcha ("Yuzu Marcha Air Cream Cloud"). I've seen customers walk out with the drink and seen it posted all over social media. Let me tell you. I have never had a matcha latte that tasted SO AMAZING in my life! Wow! I don't spend $8.75 on drinks a lot but this was worth paying that much for. I highly recommend! One friend got the Matcha Strawberry Cloud. Make sure to mix it up before you drink it. It was good as well. Another friend got an iced coffee/tea that seemed to have sprinkled herb on top. Unfortunately, I can't remember the name of her drink. It was an interesting taste but good. It tasted very gourmet. All the drinks looked too pretty to drink. Service was great. If you haven't been, I highly recommend trying it out. Now I see why people are willing to stand in line! read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Yuzu Matcha Air Cream Cloud - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I really enjoyed the service. The individual taking orders is very knowledgeable and had great suggestions. They were able to explain and suggest items based on things I liked. There's plenty of seating but this space can get packed so it's best to be patient. We ordered the strawberry match and the coconut water matcha. Both were really good and weren't too sweet. The matcha is blended well and isn't chalky. read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Strawberry matcha - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been here a couple of times and every time my drink comes out amazing! I've ordered the strawberry cloud matcha and hojicha cloud and both tasted so good! The staff is very nice and service is fast. The inside of the cafe is very pretty and great seating options! Highly recommend! read more

Q Specialty Coffee - Strawberry cloud matcha - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here on a weekday and luckily the line wasn't too long! The line was only about 5 minutes. I ordered the velvet matcha and it was amazing!! It was the perfect amount of sweetness and matcha flavor. The matcha foam on top was very smooth and fluffy. They didn't ask for any sweetness adjustment so I'm not sure if they offer that but whatever the default is, it is perfect. read more

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This is a new spot in the area and a popular one, based on the line that goes out the door. I loved the bright white decor. The matcha cloud was delicious, and you can see the baritas are artists working on the drinks. I feel hipper just being here and probably took the the average age up by quite a bit. read more

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