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    Saint Frank Coffee

    4.5 (273 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Elizabeth I.

    Nice cute little coffee place right next to the Caltrain station.I ordered the hot chocolate.It was nice,creamy and delicious . There is only out door seating. The employees here are really nice and helpful

    Whole wheat chocolate chip cookie
    Kristina K.

    I love this location! I came on Easter Sunday in the afternoon and I was shocked they were open! There were people sitting outside and a couple people in line, but it moves super fast! There are pastries from The Midwife & the baker, some had run out but they still had some choices. I just got an ice coffee, you add your own milk that is off to the side. I also like how there is simple syrup you can add and some yummy looking thick sugar. I got the whole wheat chocolate chip cookie bc I was craving something sweet and eh, I wasn't in a health mood, I need a regular chocolate chip cookie, this did not hit, but I'll def be back when I'm in the area!

    Train stop
    Gregory J.

    Long line, and yet moved fast! Ham and cheese croissant, mocha, muffin and pour over coffee. Beautiful seating area right next to Menlo Park train stop for Caltrain

    Amy K.

    I was in need of coffee on the way and happened to find Saint Frank Coffee! I have tried Saint Frank Coffee before, so when I saw that Menlo Park had a location I immediately knew I had to stop by. I ordered the Café Miel and the Honey Lavender Latte and both were excellent. The flavors were well balanced and not overly sweet, which I really appreciated. The drinks tasted very smooth and high quality, just like I remembered from their San Francisco location. The baristas were super friendly and welcoming, which made the quick stop even better. The shop is conveniently located right by the Caltrain station, making it a perfect place to grab a coffee if you are commuting or just passing through the area. There is no indoor seating, but there is plenty of outdoor seating. With the weather being so nice this time of year, it was actually perfect to sit outside, relax, and enjoy the coffee. The whole spot has a really pleasant and calm vibe. Definitely a great stop if you are in the area and need a quality coffee break.

    Flat white
    Karishma K.

    A lot of my friends said this place is one of their favorites but everytime I come by, the line is super long. I finally committed to the line and I will say, it goes by really fast. You order in one window and when you go around the corner to pay, they have your drink ready. That being said, my husband and I ordered flat whites and they were amazing. They also have a salted simple syrup and it was delicious. This will now be my go-to spot for flat whites!

    Latte
    Megan S.

    Saint Frank is one of my favorite coffee spots. My favorite latte is the maple pine. Unfortunately that is a seasonal flavor so it is not currently there. However, the beans are so good that it can be paired with pretty much anything. There usually is a line but it goes very quick. You order at the window then walk around the side to pay. There is only outside seating but the ambiance is great, just listening to the train enjoying the sunshine. I love this coffee shop.

    Ginger Molasses Cookie
    Allie G.

    I visited Saint Frank Coffee on a Sunday morning and found it pretty busy! There's no interior at this location - just a window to order at and some (dog-friendly) outdoor seating. I didn't see many seasonal specials, so I chose the Cafe Miel (latte with honey and cinnamon) and a Ginger Molasses Cookie. Both came out quickly and the staff members were friendly. This place clearly gets plenty of regulars because they knew many of the patrons by name. The Cafe Miel was pretty tasty and strong, but didn't have the strongest flavor. I really loved the Ginger Molasses Cookie, which was from The Midwife and The Baker. The texture was perfectly soft and chewy. Overall, I think this is more of a spot for coffee-connoisseurs interested in trying different beans, rather than a craft beverage-lover like me. Would still return though!

    Belinda C.

    We came here for their coffee flight which was my first time trying something like this. The place is located near the Caltrain station and they only had outdoor seating. It was actually pretty packed for the time we went as it was one hour before closing. It's a nice place to chill and relax but it might be better to go in the spring as opposed to us going in the winter. The baristas were all pretty nice and answered all questions about the coffee flights. They will tell you the order to drink it in and I would follow the order. Some of the flights were pretty acidic and I think I only liked two of the flights. The next time I'm back I'll try something else .

    The spot
    Noah V.

    Stopped by Saint Frank Coffee in Menlo Park and wow, easily one of the best coffee spots I've ever tried in my life. The quality is next level. My dad got their coffee flight and I was excited to try it since it was my first time experiencing one, brewed coffee, iced coffee, cappuccino, and espresso, and every single one was impressive. I personally got the Café Miel and it was incredible, smooth with that perfect balance of sweetness and coffee. You can really taste the precision in every drink. The place itself is small, but the long line says everything about how good it is. Only downside for me was no real indoor seating, especially since it was a cold day, but if I'm ever back in the area, I'm definitely stopping by again!

    David H.

    Saint Frank Coffee in Menlo Park serves a solid cappuccino. You can taste the quality of their beans. The café itself is a gem: right across from the Caltrain station, with shaded outdoor seating that makes it perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends. Service was friendly and efficient. A solid spot in the Bay Area coffee scene -- I'll definitely be back.

    Register area in November 2025
    Kay O.

    Such an adorable quaint little spot! I almost passed it up, and I'm so glad I found this!! I got a coffee flight, almond croissant, and ginger molasses cookie! The barista was incredibly friendly and outgoing, and the gentleman waiting behind him was also very patient as I got a coffee flight, and the barista gave me all the details regarding all four of the coffees, two of them were similar one was iced, and then hot, but all of them had so many different notes and flavors. I love this coffee flight!! I will definitely be back again!! The molasses ginger cookie was so spicy and perfectly soft with a little bit of chew, I loved it!! To top things off and actually started raining and it was so pretty to sit outside with the umbrella overhead and thank goodness I had a pee coat on, but I was drenched!! My coffee Was great and warmed me up, and I loved the area!!

    Wil L.

    This has nothing to do with their coffee. This review is based solely on service only. For those that have been to this particular establishment, they have two open windows. The first window closest to the street is where you order your drink of choice. The second window is the cashier. This is where you pay. Check the photo out. They are not directly next to each other. Window two is front of the person in the grey shirt. Pretty simple process. I appreciate simple. Today, I went simply to buy a bag of coffee beans. There was a long line of people at window 1 to order their preferred coffee drinks but no line for the cashier at window 2. I grabbed a bag of beans out on display and went to the cashier window to pay. I was told to wait in the other line. Lets think about this... I am going to wait in a line where people place an order for a drink... to not order a drink, only to walk to the cashier to pay for a bag of beans. Reminds me of the type of employee that cannot fathom anything outside of their particular box. I just left.

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    Mona A.

    Stopped by Saint Frank Coffee in Menlo Park several times now, and it's become one of my favorite little coffee spots. There's no indoor area (just a walk-up window and outdoor seating under the trees - super cute by the way ) but that's part of its charm. It's cozy, dog-friendly, and always smells like freshly roasted beans. I have tried a few drinks here; the Cafe Miel, chai latte, and their pumpkin spice latte, and they all have their own pros! Their drinks are consistently smooth with just the right coffee to milk ratio. They have good pastries selection too, and they go by fast! Service is quick and friendly even when there's a line, and the quality is good.Thankfully its not too sugary, which I appreciate. A must-visit if you are near downtown Menlo Park or hopping off the Caltrain!

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    Ask the Community - Saint Frank Coffee

    Where do they get their pastries?

    Midwife & the Baker in Mountain View.

    Do they offer gluten free pastries?

    No.

    Do you offer the coffee flight still?

    Yes they do! Must have it "for here"

    Did they switch to a corner store I remember seeing it as a building store?

    It's a standalone shop! From pictures I guess it could look like a corner place but the building only houses them.

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