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4.2 (350 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Velvet Matcha Cloud
chance m.

Came here a few weeks ago because I heard their matcha was really good. I ordered the Velvet Matcha Cloud, and the matcha was strong with just a touch of sweetness. It was well blended, had a great consistency, and tasted like a good-quality matcha. The staff was friendly, and the space was clean with plenty of seating. It does get a little busy, but I could definitely see this being a great spot to study or get some work done!

Ashley R.

This cafe is so nice! Heard a lot about this cafe before coming, so I knew how busy it gets. But we were lucky and beat a big crowd in line so the wait wasn't too bad. We were also able to get seats despite it being busy. My partner and I got the strawberry matcha cloud and yuzu matcha cloud, though we were also tempted by the seasonal ube flavors. Both were great - on the sweeter side, but that was perfect for a hot afternoon. We ate most of the yuzu foam like ice cream because it was so tall lol then we mixed it into the drink. I think that was a good call because if we mixed all the yuzu foam into the drink, it might have overwhelmed the matcha flavor. Overall had a great time visiting this cafe and enjoyed our drinks. Would definitely come back again to try other drinks on the menu!

Strawberry Matcha
Carlos M.

Came on a weekday places packed, but you should be able to find a spot for yourself since the space is also pretty big. I got a strawberry Matcha and also a crepe cake. Definitely come back again strawberry top incorporated very well with the Matcha perfectly balance

Velvet Matcha
Kim P.

Velvet matcha (3.5/5) Sub with oat milk, less sweet Matcha flavor could be stronger but it was a very light and refreshing matcha I love the inside of this coffee shop for doing work

Evelyn P.

Such fun and unique drinks. The store itself was absolutely stunning with a modern style that highlighted their different coffee roasts. I got the strawberry matcha and it was excellent. I might be biased because I love a cream too which seems to be their niche but also the line of people waiting to get a drink would seem to agree.

Lyndsey M.

Can we talk about how cute the cups and drinks are? Presentation is everything. Obsessed! We got the velvet matcha cloud, and I did really enjoy our beverages. although I felt the matcha was lacking a bit. You can see due to its very light color. There was some green at the bottom of the cup that we did mix in with a stirrer but I prefer my matcha much darker with less ice. & That's just my opinion. It was still really good though! I will definitely be back to try all of the other drinks!

Christine X.

THIS. is by far my favorite cafe in san francisco. the matcha, hojicha, and espresso are just absolutely phenomenal. i don't drink much of my drinks at 50% but i could do the 50% here, although i usually still opt for even less sugar or just 0 sugar. they roast their own beans and you can even smell the notes of all the different beans available. the matcha is really rich and so is the hojicha. their cream tops are so smooth and just blends right into their drinks. i cannot express how great the experience is for san francisco cafe. i love stopping by after my morning pilates and just getting some work done too. they have outlets so if you want to study here, it is the perfect spot in terms of pricing, it is relative to all cafe prices around here too so i would highly recommend getting your money's worth here

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Jean T.

I saw this place in a youtube video and it looked so aesthetic and unique that I decided I had to come and give it a try. The lady that I was watching was there for the matcha and I can understand why now. We tried the Yuzu Matcha Air Cloud and a Caramel Latte because I felt like we needed to try the coffee since it's a Coffee shop though I have to say I was not a fan of the coffee. We arrived just before the line outside started to form. There's seating available inside with a couple of people that seemed to be working. We originally sat in the middle section with the small round table that can't be moved but then a table opened up. There's a gender neutral restroom available that always seemed to have a line though I guess that's what happens at coffee shops. ~~Service: Good. It was quick to order and surprisingly very quick to receive our drinks as well. ~~Best Part: The Matcha. The coffee was a bit too bitter but it could be due to the fact that I do prefer to drink dark roasts. ~~Worst Part: Nit though maybe it's just me where we were expecting there to be a trash at the entrance so that we could throw away our cups as we were leaving but I guess there's no room for the bins at the beginning so you have to walk to the back towards the restroom to throw it away. ~~Tips: Get the matcha. I wanted to get the velvet but it looked so basic compared to the Yuzu matcha air cloud. The Yuzu flavor itself was refreshing in the foam form but I'm very basic when it comes to flavors and shouldn't have mixed the foam in because it was messing with me. ~~Return: Probably not. I wanted to check the receipt because somehow 2 drinks was nearly $20 but I realized there wasn't even an option to get a receipt.

Luke M.

My wife and I came here to try out the yuzu matcha latte and an espresso foam latte. The yuzu matcha latte foam was awesome as it had a good amount of yuzu flavor. The matha was very smooth and not sweet. The espresso foam latte that my wife got was extremely sweet so I didn't like it, but the espresso foam was the highlight of the drink.

Various Coffee beans
Christina L.

I wish the drinks were larger for the cost. 3.5 stars. A lot of variety of drinks and flavor combinations of coffee and matcha. The interior is minimal. The tables get full during the weekday round 9:30AM. I order a matcha drink tonic which was pretty good. The staff measures out each and every drink, but due to high demand, all drinks are premade. A ton of fruit flavor items mixed with coffee or matcha, like orange espresso or matcha. Matcha cloud drinks are also super delicious. Overall, the matcha flavor is there, but I've had better more tasty matcha that cost less.

Sebastian S.

Day Visited: Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday Price Range: $$ Parking: Street or metered parking Ordered: Mocha Dream Espresso Cloud, Velvet Hojicha Cloud, Nitro Mango Our favorite SF coffee shop to date! On the days we have gone, the line has varied from being out the door to a quick walk in and order - truly just depends. Regardless of the long line, these drinks are soooo good. Upon entering the coffee shop, you'll see a good amount of seating, but for the times we have gone, the majority of the seats are taken. It is definitely a variety of people socializing, working, reading books, or just hanging out. Parking is metered or street parking, and we haven't had any issue finding parking! It's also in an area where you can shop around (across the street) if you want to grab a bite as well. Our go to orders include the Mocha Dream Espresso Cloud and the Nitro Mango, but we have also gotten the Hojicha Cloud, which is amazing as well. We love the thickness and flavors of the cold foams - you cannot go wrong with any of the cloud drinks. As popular as this place has become, it truly is worth the trip! We will always make a trip whenever we are in the city!

Applewood bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich with caramel latte espresso cloud drink.
Ree T.

Cafe with a good amount of working space and natural lighting. It was very busy though and a lot of the seats were taken up. Staff was kind and patient with explaining drinks, especially since this location is newer. I got the caramel latte cloud espresso and really enjoyed it!! All drinks come 50% sweet, which is great for someone like me who doesn't like things too sugar-y. The cold foam on top was light and delicious. They only had one size and it was pretty big cup. The applewood bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich on brioche bread was also amazing. Very savory, not too heavy either. It was mostly just bread though. Definitely coming back to try their other drinks when I'm in the area!

Matcha Strawberry Cloud
Julia B.

It took me a while to get back here, but I finally made it. There was a very small line - I waited maybe 10 minutes at the most. I tried the strawberry Matcha cloud this time and it was so much better than what I got before, and I genuinely enjoyed it. I look forward to going back again and trying some other things! My first experience, there was not the best because my friend got rancid milk in their Matcha, but the the shop contacted me and let me know that they made changes to prevent something like that from happening again. I really respect and appreciate how they handled the situation.

Strawberry cloud matcha Mocha cloud espresso

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Saint Frank Coffee

4.3(1.1k reviews)
1.8 mi•Polk Gulch, Russian Hill
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Cozy, upscale cafe located in the vibrant Russian Hill neighborhood…read more I went on a Monday afternoon and there was a great crowd there. Lively customers and staff, good vibes! There was a lot of natural light in the coffee shop, definitely a visually-appealing, 'aesthetic' place. I got an iced red tea and it was delicious. The tea was botanical, smooth and fragrant. Amazing experience! Excited to come back and try the coffee and pastries, which looked super fresh.

First time here for coffee! It's quite a popular shop and you see many sitting inside or waiting in…read moreline. Luckily we didn't have to wait a long line. It seems like there's also an upstairs but did not get the chance to check it out. I got an iced latte with their almond macadamia milk, and they're also so nice to do complimentary cold brew! So we got an extra drink for free. Trying the iced latte, it was pretty disappointing lol. I thought it would be similar to like a Hawaiian style latte with macadamia milk, but it was a lot lighter than I thought. It was definitely very nutty, but it also just tasted like water down latte. Honestly not much going on with the drink, but it does taste lighter in general. Crazy have to pay $1.50 more to add on this milk. Overall, its alright. I do like the natural lighting coming into the shop, but nothing too special.

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Saint Frank Coffee - Order counter and interior seating (from the entrance)

Order counter and interior seating (from the entrance)

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Kiss Of Matcha - Matcha Strawberry Latte and Matcha Latte

Kiss Of Matcha

4.3(614 reviews)
0.9 mi•Inner Richmond
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I was there! Kiss of Matcha on Clement Street in San Francisco…read more My Yelp Elite friend treated me to my very first Matcha soft serve. Hmm, I don't believe I've ever had matcha soft serve before. It wasn't what I expected. I thought maybe it would be gritty and bitter. It was actually smooth, creamy and had an earthy taste just like green tea. It also had a strikingly pretty green color. It looked too nice to eat. The shop itself is tiny and resembles a Japanese tea house. It has ordering kiosks, a pickup booth, and only four stools along the front window. My friend and I grabbed two stools up against the wall. My stool wobbled a bit. As more customers entered, the shop filled up quickly. I like the place, but it's a bit small. Located nextdoor to See's Candy. Street parking

Yet another TikTok find! I was excited to try Kiss of Matcha since their menu looked so good, but…read moreoverall I thought it was just okay. The matcha unfortunately wasn't very well blended, which is always a little disappointing when matcha is the main event. I also tried the soft serve and liked the flavor, but it wasn't quite as creamy as I would've wanted. The texture was actually a little grainy, which threw me off. There's also no WiFi, so just something to keep in mind if you're hoping to come here and get some work done. That being said, they have a pretty extensive menu with a lot of different drinks and desserts, so I'd be open to coming back and trying something else. Maybe I just didn't order the right things for me!

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Kiss Of Matcha - Matcha Jasmine Latte

Matcha Jasmine Latte

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Uji Matcha Latte, Matcha Frappe

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Sweet Glory - Passion Fruit Mille Crepe Cake & Bourbon Brûlée Basque Cheesecake

Sweet Glory

4.7(324 reviews)
1.8 mi•Inner Sunset
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Very good cakes. My friend bought 4 pieces and shared them at dinner and they were all really good…read more I hope this review helps you better make decisions on selecting what flavors / types of cakes you wanna get. Early grey crepe cake- if you like earl grey tea and crepe cake this would be a strong contestant. The tea flavor was immense and I liked how the layered cream was airy and a bit foamy that makes the earl grey cream the main character of the cake. Passion fruit - really good!! The passion fruit flavor was deep and strong with real seeds in the cream. It has a very slight hint of tangy and a very well done flavor profile! Sesame basque - if you like a creamy basque cheesecake and sesame then this would be wonderful. For me, basque cheesecake usually isn't my go-to as I like something more light and airy, but the black sesame was very rich and tastes almost a bit savory. Flavor profile is a bit neutral and neither too sweet or savory. Pandan sponge cakes- pandan flavor stands out and I love how they use coconut flesh in between the layers. It's pretty creative! There's texture (soft pandan sponge cake + crunchy fresh coconut ) in this cake which is interesting, but when you cut the cake it might fall apart. I would say this cake plays more with texture and creativity and less on the perfecting the taste. Don't get me wrong it's still good! Not sure about service but my friend said she interrogated the staff so that she could select the best cakes for us :) Will Def be back !

This is a great place for sliced cakes, especially if you like Asian inspired flavors. They have a…read morereally nice variety of mille crepe cakes and other desserts, with flavors like pandan, matcha, ube, taro and more. I love that you can get individual slices instead of committing to a whole cake, which makes it so easy to try several flavors in one visit. The cakes are really pretty and have so many thin layers that each bite feels light and creamy. This is perfect if you enjoy lighter cakes. I think the Asian flavors are what make Sweet Glory stand out from a lot of other cake spots in the city. There are plenty of familiar flavors, but also combinations that you don't see anywhere else. The space is also surprisingly spacious, with plenty of indoor seating and a cute patio in the back. It's a nice place to sit down with a few slices and take your time. Great dessert spot if you want to try a few different cakes in one visit. The fact that you can order by the slice makes it especially easy to explore the menu without having to choose just one.

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Sweet Glory - Japanese Sesame Basque Burnt Cheesecake

Japanese Sesame Basque Burnt Cheesecake

Sweet Glory - Pandan Coconut Mille Crêpe ($11) + Hōjicha Latte w/ oat milk ($7.50)

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