Sour Kid Cafe

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I just got a fab turkey and swiss sandwich along with a more-than-fab, iced decaf flat white w/oat milk. And the nicest interaction with the staff. Michael's Sourdough makes the lunch sandwiches (which seems to be the same owners?), with Sour Kid making breakfast ones and coffee. Andytown coffee roasters is served and I may have just found my new fave. Good flavor that I can taste and the intensity is just right for me as a flat white. Chocolate and cinnamon powder to sprinkle and I'm good to go! Only a few small tables and chairs inside and out. But I'm happy as a clam in the shade on a sunny day working from my hotspot. Enjoy everyone! I'll be back for breakfast soon :) After I left I noticed that there is a bigger space inside Michael's with more tables so that's helpful. And, I was so happy with my flat white I asked the owner if it was too late to order another ...just as he was closing up. Darn - have to wait till Monday! Only open on weekdays. read more

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Peter S.

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Sneaky good food for a great price. Ambiance is always a win for me if baseball is on

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Ambar C.

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Great sandwiches. Great service. Chill atmosphere. Easy to park. Reasonably priced. Definitely will be back! I had a sausage and egg breakfast sandwich with spicy mayo. Not only was it a totally large sandwich, that I might even have been able to split with another person, but it was so tasty that I couldn't put it down. The spicy mayo, combined with a heaping, breakfast, pork sausage patty and fresh yummy sourdough bread is heavenly! There is a parking lot with ample space to park. The location is easily accessible off the freeway. Lots of businesses in the area, so it's easy to grab a bite when you're running errands nearby. Not to mention Chris is so friendly and excited to help you out. We love this place! read more

Sour Kid Cafe - HALF of the sausage + egg + spicy mayo breakfast sandwich! So yummy. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

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Tim S.

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1 year ago

Amazing find. You have to look for it but worth it. My double cappuccino was perfect, a first for me in San Rafael. They didn't even ask me what size! (If you know you know). Kudos for having an actual Italian espresso machine. read more

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Jason R.

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10 months ago

Lovely little spot with fresh baked pastries, quality coffee/espresso drinks and incredible breakfast sandos. Will be stopping by every time I'm in the area! read more

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Barry B.

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Discovered a great new spot! Great service, good food and nice atmosphere. Enjoyed the toasted bagel and macchiato. read more

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Kim G.

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The breakfast sandwiches are so good I crave them. Fresh ingredients and super freshly baled bread. Color me happy :-) read more

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Christopher B.

Thanks Kim!! We're excited to be here too!

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ZenGarden L.

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i've been stopping here for breakfast, definitely a hidden gem. killer breakfast sandwiches, I'm not mad at the coffee, staff is super nice and respectful, clean read more

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Remi C.

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1 year ago

Great place and what a nice guy that owns it!!!! Thanks. We ordered several breakfast Sammie's, all delicious. read more

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Jacqueline ..

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3 months ago

Incredible local spot for coffee and breakfast sandwiches. If you love Michael's, you'll love SKC!

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Jessica R.

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10 months ago

Was driving through on 101 and found this place via help. Hands down the best sourdough bread! I ordered the ham, egg, and cheese on toasted sourdough. The bread was toasted perfectly. Just enough crunch that it didn't cut up the roof of my mouth and the bread was perfect!! Staff were friendly and service was fast! read more

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Kathi B.

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Really good breakfast sandwiches! The bread was delicious, nice thick bacon and eggs. I had a drip coffee and it was okay.

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Sean D.

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4 months ago

Place is an absolute hidden gem in Marin. The coffee is great, the food is amazing! It's great to see a local Marin family continue to support the Marin community with amazing food. read more

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Amy H.

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Chris served us some super yummy breakfast sandwiches... amazing bread (seriously!) and yummy egg/avocado/cheese nom nom! Great cold brew as well. This is definitely worth the trip! read more

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Katie M.

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This is one of the BEST breakfast sandwiches I have EVER had! And my husband and I are connoisseur of breakfast sandwiches. will be back and telling all my friends/coworkers read more

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Leona F.

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Cute cafe tucked away near warehouses. I stopped by on my morning commute and treated myself to a latte with hazelnut syrup. Didn't know about this cafe until I saw the signed posted outside. There are sandwich and pastry options! read more

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Karen B.

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2 years ago

I've been going to Sour Kid Cafe since the day they opened in August 2023. I work at Golden Gate Transit down the street and my fellow coworkers and I are grateful to have this wonderful family-run breakfast place so close. They serve delicious breakfast sandwiches and pastries, as well as the usual coffee drinks. I'd been asking Chris Braun, the owner, for months when he was going to start serving Chai Lattes, my favorite morning beverage. Well, yesterday I went in to Sour Kid Cafe and my wishes have come true! Chris has partnered with the Spice Company next door to develop a custom-blended Chai base that he is using to create the most delicious Chai Latte I've ever tasted! I highly recommend that you give Sour Kid Cafe a try. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Teri Y.

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2 years ago

Not only is SK immaculately clean, and a fun ambience, with delicious breakfast sandwiches, but Sour Kid has THE best coffee in Marin. Only the service rivals the coffee! The coffee is up there with Italy and Melbourne Australia! Super smooth exquisite Espresso drinks. Just thought you should know! Better than all local coffee houses. ALL!!! Try a capuccino and tell me if I'm wrong! read more

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Francis K.

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Yum. A new class of breakfast sandwich that's a full meal. Great service, fresh sourdough and delicious pastrami. I will be back

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Tron S.

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The dining room is spotless, well lit, and customer service was awesome. If you've been meaning to try a breakfast sandwich, don't wait any longer. The bacon egg cheese is really good. I wish I could come eat here more often. read more

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Rachel W.

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The breakfast sandwich's were excellent even right before closing. The staff was very sweet.

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Nicole P.

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2 years ago

This place is a hidden gem. The breakfast sandwiches are delicious and BIG. Great deal for the price, flavorful.

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Kyler K.

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1 year ago

I'm so glad I was finally able to try Sour Kid Cafe. This general area has been in need of a morning food option like this and they're nailing it. The location is conveniently close to 101 in San Rafael, about a minute or two away from either exit whether going North or South. Tucked right around the side of legendary Michael's Sourdough Sandwiches, this place is a humble gem. We were greeted with enthusiasm and charm by the cashier and owner, Chris. He was eager to help us, made us aware of all options and got our orders dialed in. There's many noteworthy things about this spot. The place is clean, the red/black/white color scheme (espresso machine included!) is cool, kind of retro, and the walls have some elite Bay Area sports memorabilia. The menu is nice and simple but customizable enough to offer variety, accommodate dietary needs or match desired flavor combos. I had the pastrami, egg and cheese, the wife had the sausage, egg and cheese. The sourdough is memorable, the pastrami portion was legit, and the spicy mayo was an ideal heat - not overwhelming. The sandwich sizes are solid for the price (about $18 for two hefty sandwiches). We look forward to stopping by many times in the near future and will be ordering espresso drinks during our next visit as we've gotten word from multiple people that they're delicious here. Enjoy! read more

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Michael B.

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Fantastic friendly service and the sandwiches are freaking amazing!! And their flat whites are off the hook.

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Nick V.

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Amazing breakfast sandwiches and coffee. I would eat here every day if I wasn't trying to cut back on carbs. Marin needs more places like this! read more

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Simone B.

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THE perfect breakfast sandwich and most perfect vibe. It is welcoming, clean, cool but not too trendy and most importantly the sandwiches are perfection. These are the types of places I hope to see more of in San Rafael! read more

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Christopher B.

Thanks, Simone! Glad you enjoyed everything. Hope to see you again…

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Sylvia Blair P.

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We stopped here on our road trip for an easy breakfast and it DID NOT disappoint. The bread was the perfect compliment to the delicious breakfast sandwich. The coffee was spectacular and so was the almond croissant. If we lived local, I would come here often! For people eating with another person, you can 100% split a sandwich! read more

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Lara J.

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Bomb breakfast sandwiches! The spicy mayo was delicious. Bacon was thick but crispy. I can't wait to go back

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Erika T.

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For all the breakfast lovers, the Sour Kid Cafe is a shoot off from Micheal's dough sandwiches and these sandwiches are the perfect combination of breakfast and their great sourdough bread. Warm & delicious. Definitely on the top of my list for best breakfast sandwiches! read more

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Bryson M.

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My new go-to breakfast spot in Marin. Fast, delicious, affordable, and friendly. Sandwich, coffee, Croissant were all great. the sandwich is on the classic Michael's Sourdough bread, which any longtime Marin resident will correctly tell you is the best sourdough in the Bay. The bacon and sausage is great and the Pastrami is also fantastic when I want to treat myself (also try adding avocado and tomato). I also eat a low-carb diet at times and Chris made me a breakfast plate without bread that absolutely blew me away. Nothing better than supporting a local, small business that makes absolutely phenomenal food! The music and decoration is also great, especially for any longtime Bay Are music and sports fans.... read more

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Christopher B.

Thanks Bryson!

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Nanci T.

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My husband and I just tried the sausage breakfast sandwich, with spicy aoli and it was fantastic! We also added tomato, onions and greens. This will be our go-to for morning airport trips and whenever we are in San Rafael. They have definitely perfected the breakfast sandwich. Of course, the sourdough is amazing. Yum yum!! read more

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Christopher B.

So happy to hear that, Nanci! Thanks again for stopping by!

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Graham G.

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Saw an article about this place in the Redwood Bark and figured I would give it a go. I was delighted by all aspects of my new go to breakfast spot. Upon walking in I was greeted with a warm, bright smile and very friendly energy of the cashier/order taker, Chris (I later discovered he is also the owner). He recommend their most common sandwich, the bacon, egg and cheese, but also recommended a less traditional pastrami, egg and Swiss. I opted for the latter. The sourdough is amazing, the best ever actually, the crunchy shell and delightfully fluffy bread inside with a perfect amount of sweetness make it the best sourdough around. The pastrami was perfectly seasoned and flavored and the egg, Swiss cheese and pink mayo combo make it an explosion of wonderful flavors. The drip coffee also is very flavorful and the pricing of all of it is super reasonable, and affordable in today's world. The shop features some fun autographs given to the parental run business next door, Micheal's Sourdough, from some local sports hero's which makes for a fun environment. I will definitely be returning and recommend to all. read more

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Christopher B.

Thanks for coming to check it out, Graham. Really enjoyed chatting…

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Anthony M.

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Phenomenal! One of the best breakfast sandwiches in the bay. The bread is made perfect and the coffee is also great. Cool little cafe with awesome sports memorabilia and Chris behind the counter took awesome care of us! read more

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Josh W.

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Best breakfast spot around! The ingredients are so fresh and the sourdough is out of this world. A gourmet breakfast for a reasonable price and it won't disappoint! The service was fast and top notch. The vibes are 10/10. Will definitely be back. Go try out Sour Kid Cafe and you won't be disappointed. read more

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Shawn G.

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Excellent coffee! Excellent Breakfast. Worth going around the corner to find it! Owner Chris is a great guy to talk to.

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Christopher B.

Thanks for stopping in, Shawn! Glad you enjoyed everything. Great…

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Christopher M.

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This place is unbelievable. If you are in the area it's a must stop and will be impressed. Support small business and I will be back.

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The food is excellent. If you love the sourdough bread at Michael's Sourdough that is next door and has the best sandwiches, then you will love this place. Chris, the owner, is very friendly and takes good care of you. Wonderful selection of pastries (from Rustic Bakery) and great coffee that Chris makes for you. If you haven't tried it yet, you need to go down and check out the new hotspot for breakfast. read more

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Brittney P.

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All I can say is WOW!! These Sandwiches are to die for!! I always have loved Michael sourdough, and this is just like it but for breakfast! The whole family loved it. Great prices and so worth every cent! Will be returning eagerly! read more

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Christopher B.

Thanks so much, Brittney! Glad to hear you guys enjoyed the food. See…

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More info about Sour Kid Cafe

999 Andersen Dr
Ste 160
San Rafael, CA 94901
Directions
(415) 457-0113
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https://www.sourkidcafe.com

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Hours

What time does Sour Kid Cafe open?

Sour Kid Cafe opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Sour Kid Cafe close?

Sour Kid Cafe closes at 1:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Sour Kid Cafe is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 6:00 AM - 1:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

Payment methods

Does Sour Kid Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Sour Kid Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Sour Kid Cafe have catering options?

Yes, Sour Kid Cafe does have catering options.

Does Sour Kid Cafe have a drive thru?

No, Sour Kid Cafe does not have a drive thru.

Does Sour Kid Cafe serve alcohol?

No, Sour Kid Cafe does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Sour Kid Cafe have TVs?

No, Sour Kid Cafe does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Sour Kid Cafe have outdoor seating?

Yes, Sour Kid Cafe has outdoor seating options.

Does Sour Kid Cafe have parking?

Yes, Sour Kid Cafe has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Sour Kid Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Sour Kid Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does Sour Kid Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Sour Kid Cafe has free WiFi.

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Specialties

We offer breakfast sandwiches on Michael's Sourdough bread, specialty coffee, and fresh pastries.

Review Highlights - Sour Kid Cafe

“A great little breakfast spot run by Chris Braun, the son of the famous Michael's Sourdough, (and right next door).”

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4.5(220 reviews)

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Hallelujah! The rumors about Alfred Peet's ghost having disappeared since Peet's Coffee and Tea,…read morethe empire, having been lost to us, have been dispelled! His protege is alive and well at Weaver's in San Rafael, around the corner from another one of my favorite places, Harbor Freight. Since losing the most delicious blend of beans for making latte's on my Breville espresso machine, I looked and found this old-school roaster! But be warned, the coffee they use is not the cardboard, milquetoast stuff you get at the chains. This is the best bean you can find, and wow! It carries a wallop of flavor and strength! The beans are roasted that day or the day prior! Clearly the best. I'm home again! Thank you!

We arrived to be thrown off the scent when we saw a sign that said Wild Card Coffee. But I'm sure…read morewe mapped ourselves for Weaver's Coffee. We were comforted upon entry with TONS of Weaver's Coffee branding everywhere, including the 32 varieties of coffee that they roast. Alberto was maintaining shop when he greeted us. It was great to meet Renee and John, and have Alberto create our lattes. We enjoyed their exquisite roast in their Secret Garden! Luisa was our barista upon our second visit.