I was familiar with SPRO from their Church Street location near Dolores Park but never tried this spot until recently when I was serving on a jury. It was the nearest place to grab a cup of coffee, so if I was too lazy to walk the extra block to Philz, I came here. It's definitely a different crowd from the younger, scooter-addicted crowd in the Castro. I assume the Civic Center customer makeup is mostly city government workers and related office drones. It's certainly more spacious here with most of the tables occupied but with plenty of standing room given that the space is part of the public utilities building lobby . On my virginal visit, I ordered the $8 Cold Brew during our lunch break (Photo 10). Quite refreshing given how hot it was outside. One morning, I came in for the $6 Drip Coffee and treated myself to one of their tempting baked items, the $7.25 Pumpkin Bread Muffin (Photo 8). Freckled with toasted pumpkin seeds, it pulled apart easily and satisfied the sugar rush I must've been looking for. On our final day of deliberation, I knew the end was near, so I decided to try one of their specialty drinks since I didn't think I'd be back for a while. I went for the $8.50 Island Hop, an enticing tropical blend of ube, coconut , SPRO, and tres leche milk (Photo 9). Pretty good. Did you know SPRO is a hip term for espresso? Yeah, me neither. COFFEE - 4 stars...smooth brews and creative variations FOOD - 4 stars...that was a good muffin AMBIANCE - 4 stars...spacious with definitely an office building vibe SERVICE - 3.5 stars...efficient enough TOTAL - 4 stars...I don't think I could order a SPRO with a straight face RELATED - Exploring Civic Center? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/OzYuroV5u6 read more

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Stopped by on the way to court next door Mocha was not sweet, but bittersweet just the way I like it. Clean sitting area Fast and friendly service Thank you! read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Three stars for the employees who are lovely. One star for the 12oz matcha latte because it was $8.75. That's just too much for a latte, but it's a clean coffee shop and the there's a restroom. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Receipt matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Service was good. Questions were answered and order was fulfilled quick. The ambiance is nice for a lobby. The coffee stall adds warmth to a cold toned lobby. Drunk was good! It is definitely on the pricier side. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Mardi Gras - oatmilk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here for a quick drink during my lunch break at work. The staff turns out the line pretty quickly. I wanted something refreshing and the staff helped let me know which teas they could make cold. I decided on an iced matcha with oat milk. The matcha was really smooth and semi-sweet. I will be back to try other drinks. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Iced matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ok, good coffee but its missing something. Their matcha is quite good, their lattes are good but sometimes they taste a bit sour?? I dont know. Their PSL w/ oat milk is good but it doesnt have enough depth it feels like a light version of PSL for people who are not big PSL flavor fans. I will get it again bc it is convenient in terms of location, the staff is friendly, and it is good quality but I wish it had more flavor. read more

Stopped in here before jury duty and enjoyed my brief stop. It was packed but staff were quick and cordial. The location is also perfect. Lots of food and coffee options as well. Highly recommend if you're nearby! read more

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Really needed some caffeine and decided to try a vanilla latte. It wasn't too bad, but I wouldn't say it's my favorite. The expresso tasted a bit burnt? Also, it's a bit pricey. I paid almost 10 dollars for this drink. I probably would not come back here, but if I did, I would try something different. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Novel drinks, jazz, and ample seating with a beautiful view - cant really ask for more. If you're a latte lover, then you have to come here. Some of the most creative drinks I've seen, lots of them are Asian inspired. They also have a pecking duck breakfast burrito that is DELISH. This SPRO in civic is tucked away in a water facilities building and I think I prefer this one to the mission location. It's very well maintained and they are always playing the best lo-fi beats! My only wish is that they open past 5 so I can come more often after work. But for now I will just have to sneak away between meetings so I can to enjoy this wonderful cafe. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Hojicha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Its not worth dealing with the dramatic millennial attitude of basically everyone that works here. Coffee is mediocre at best and food is not very good. Also very expensive. Used to go here all the time but about a year ago one day all the employees just disappeared and new people came in. And thats when everything went down hill. More of a fashion show in there than anything else. read more

The strawberry croissant pie is very yummy. Definitely will order that again. The coffee it tastes very rich and flavorful. The people that works there are very friendly and very nice. This coffee place has very nice big opening area. They also offer healthy lunch, like salads, sandwiches and pasty. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Strawberry croissant pie with latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Directions to: It may be easier to find on Polk rather than Golden Gate, but if you meet a nice building staff member at the front, they will make sure you don't miss it ;) SPRO is my kind of cafe paradise. I mean it in the sense they have a wide assortment types of drinks (mostly coffee but not just) that always pokes at my weaknesses - wanting to try everything on a menu. Also for beginners like me wondering what SPRO (in terms of a menu item) is... it is their way of espresso! read more

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Convenient in a fancy building. It's always bustling in the lobby and it's a great way to enjoy the vibe with a light bite and drink Ig@blacktigereats read more

Stopped by to grab a quick coffee. I ordered an iced island hop latte and it tasted so good if you like sweet drinks and ube! read more

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tasty hk milk tea. quick service since we were the only ones there. plenty of seating. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - hk milk tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Not impressed. This place is probably only doing well because of its location. The underwhelming: 1. There's no sign for online order. They didn't call names or number but just left the drink on top of some machine. Discovered on your own... 2. The coffee and pastries look nothing like the pictures on their website. I was excited to try several items but once I saw them in the store I changed my mind. Cookies looked thin/flat and fruit pastries looked pale/old and thin. 3. No latte art on my orange latte drink. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Orange latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

A coffee shop with less walls. Friendly staff. Quality ingredients and a wide range of menu items

Came by for some simple coffee and it's good. Just a straight drip coffee with the flavor of the day.

Coffee selection is large! Ordered the Island Hop which is Ube, Coconut, Spro (espresso), Housemade Tres Leches Milk. The tree leches milk pairs itself if great. But the ube flavor tasted very artificial probably because they do use an ube powder. Price is standard for the city at $6 for a 12 oz latte. Didn't try any pastries but they have a good selection from what I could see. Service is decent. One worker taking the order and making the drinks. Kind of slow since it's only one person. Parking is a bit chaotic. Granted the location is in the middle of the city. Be prepared to do a couple rounds looking for parking to go here! read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I've been here twice now. The first time I tried the Hong Kong tea the first time and loved how creamy and smooth it was. The second time I tried the v for velvet red velvet espresso drink and was not impressed. Because they have such an extensive menu I'm excited to come back soon to try a different menu item. Clean establishment and nice staff! read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a cool coffee shop located very close to City Hall in San Francisco! It feels very modern and the signage is nice and large on the wall. I tried the "v for velvet" drink and loved it! It came in a cute cup and I thought the drink was very tasty. The default level as is, is not that sweet which I really appreciate. They foamed the milk very nicely and it was very creamy. The drink also wasn't too expensive but they do add a 6% extra for the SF Employee mandate. I would definitely come back if I'm ever in the area again! read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Fun drink names! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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SPRO has one of my favorite drinks which is their orange blossom. This time, I ordered the americano and it was okay. It was very bitter which is not how I like my coffee. But it might be suitable for others. I would probably get their orange blossom next time. Also, this location seems to be a bit cheaper than the one in the law school couple blocks away. The cafe is inside the government building but is very casual with lots of seating available. The drinks come out pretty quickly too. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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SPRO is my current favorite toast destination. I ordered the mash up with sous vide eggs and mashed potatoes. The sourdough toast was perfectly toasted, with a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. The presentation was impressive, with each slice of toast artfully arranged on the plate. The only change I will make next time is request less black pepper. My toast had so much black pepper I could barely taste the mashed potatoes/ other flavors. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Mash up (will request no black pepper next time) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Shout out to the chick with white hair dye :) always giving out beautiful latte art Taro drank island hop is thick! Hella pretty tho. I feel full read more

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got a vanilla oat latte to go and it was sooo watered down and you couldn't taste any vanilla and barely any coffee lol. didnt like

Had a bit of trouble finding this location at first, not realizing that it's in the lobby of an office building, but once we got there, the quality was just as great as always. (I wish they opened a location in my office building!! Maybe someday...) Service was good. The barista was patient with my questions about their numerous espresso drink options. It was so hard to choose, but I ended up going with the Indian Summer. The cardamom was a bit grainy, but the flavor was delicious. The latte art was beautiful. They have a fairly strong breakfast menu, though I wasn't hungry enough, so I just kept it simple with a butter croissant. While there isn't an abundance of seats, it was a fairly easy place to focus and work from. I didn't see any outlets near the tables though, so definitely make sure your computer is fully charged! read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Indian Summer (rose and cardamom) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Such a new gem to the Civic Center area. It is inside of the first floor of the San Francisco Public Utilities building. It's serene with the high ceilings and minimalist space, you forget you are in the middle of the city. They have a good mix of specialty coffee blends. Each drink I've tried is smooth and high quality. Expensive coffee is ubiquitous in San Francisco but each order I've had exceeded each expectation. The island hop was smooth and had a good balance of sweetness. Urban jungle is a good green smoothie. If you are opting for green tea instead, the Tokyo rose is a good spin to a matcha latte. Staff is also very accomodating! I asked once if I could use sugar-free syrup and I did not get his name but one of the baristas in the back said he would make a special batch just for my drink. Thank you again! Plenty of space inside. One of the better coffee shops I've had in the city. read more

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This is a pretty nice place to have coffee. It is quiet, so you can actually have a conversation, and clean. The surroundings are all white and clean, and it had a real new age feel to it. Prices are good too, you get a coffee for about $5.50. Service is nice, lots of people around so it's pretty quick and I have never had any issues. They were helpful too as it's a large selection. My colleague thought it was a bit too sweet, but I thought it tasted good and had a nice balance. I had the Islands Coffee, and it was interesting but I probably wouldn't get again. read more

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My friend told me about this place after visiting the mission bay location. There was an upcoming grand opening and since I can be easily swayed by a compelling story, after reading more about their story from a QR code, I was in! I opted for the cold brew and it was super strong (I had a VERY productive morning) from sipping the drink. The menu was massive and interesting -- there were many options with unique flavors. I could read the menu even when sitting on a red barstool. It was an awesome space. High ceilings, natural lighting and everyone seemed happy to be there. Great and efficient service, i feel like our drinks were ready as soon as we sat down. I would recommend coming by this place! read more

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So glad SPRO Coffee is in the TL/Civic Center. With all the closures happening, this is a welcomed addition to this neighborhood. Today (7/17/23) was their grand opening. They had a selection of complimentary drinks and pastries, including a "cookie of the hour." My coworkers and I shared the brown butter chocolate chip cookie, the ube oatmeal cookie, and the confetti cookie. All were delicious! One of the to-go sandwiches that caught my eye was the Japanese egg salad sando. But they ran out during the lunch rush so it must be good. As for the drinks, I had the iced Spice Island coffee, which had cayenne pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, and dark chocolate. It was so delicious! The spice wasn't overpowering and it complimented the chocolate. The space they occupy is the first floor of the city's PUC building. There are a few tables and chairs to sit. It can get loud there if there's a lot of people. I hope the building turns on the screens. It used to be a moving mural of how water is pumped from Hetch Hetchy. The people who work there are extremely nice and definitely held it together under pressure, especially during the fire alarm! I will definitely come back to try more of their items. I plan on getting a breakfast burrito tomorrow, but I am eyeing one of those pastry pillows or mochi waffles. read more

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So glad they finally filled this space! The space has been vacant for a while. Came here on grand opening day. They offered a complimentary beverage and cookie. I was in between the Mardi Gras (chicory root notes) or Spice Islands (chocolatey chai noted). Got the Mardi Gras and loved if so much! Also got the ube oat cookie but felt indifferent about that one . Tasted the Spice Islands and definitely glad I chose the Mardi Gras. Also tasted the brown sugar cookie and matcha cookie. The brown sugar cookie was the fave of the 3 I tried. Didn't care for the matcha cookie. They bake them fresh! Staff worked very fast and took time to explain the drinks to me. I really appreciated it. Thanks SPRO! read more

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Tucked inside the Public Utilities building, this small cafe spot was a nice mid-day pick me up. The cafe itself is located on the first floor, accessible by both entrances into the building. There are a handful of tables and chairs, but not any near any outlets (charge up before working here). Otherwise, the space was nice, clean, and not too loud - a decent place to get work done and grab a quick bite with a friend. I ordered an Iced Indian Summer with oat milk. The drink was decent, notes of rose and cardamom. They only have on size of drink (12 oz.) and my total came to almost $8 without tip. A bit pricey for a small drink. Based on earlier reviews, I will come back to try the pastries and food! Otherwise, SPRO will be an once-in-while treat for myself when I need a pick me up. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Iced Indian Summer - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

gave SPRO another shot (tried the Mission location before) because it has so many interesting options. loved the kyoto kiss (japanese organic white miso + spro espresso + milk + muscovado sugar); definitely a bold choice but I thought the saltiness was balanced out well enough and I could still taste the coffee. also had a sip of the orange blossom and that was so fragrant, perfect for someone who prefers a sweeter latte. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - kyoto kiss - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Well I missed the opening day because I wasn't in the area but I dropped in this morning! Got the V for Velvet espresso. The drink was good, not watered down and not bitter like the ones served a block away. This was the prettiest cup of coffee I've ever seen. The coffee was lukewarm. I prefer it hot so maybe next time I will ask that they make it hot. Since they are new, there is a bit of a wait for your drink. If you're in a hurry, consider dropping in after they got the kinks worked out. They also serve lunch and breakfast. Free WiFi courtesy of SFPUC. read more

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Nice coffee spot in an area I rarely go to! This Spro location is bright with huge windows and light. A little hard to find at first since it's inside a building. I came for their opening day where they had a choice of complimentary drinks and pastries. I got an iced spice islands, which was very rich and creamy while refreshing and cinnamon-y. For the croissant, at first I thought it was too hard, but it ended up being a nice blend of doughy and flakiness. The workers were really nice! It seemed like they were still ironing some things out, but I didn't mind since it's day 1 and I still got my food pretty quickly. Not sure if they plan to have Wi-Fi eventually, but I hope they do! read more

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Nice to see this place open up in the TL. Little awkward that it's in the lobby area of a state building. Friendly service but the price points are a little steep. I've had the cold fashioned a few times, which is a delicious take on an old fashioned with cold brew coffee subbed in for the bourbon. Would recommend to those looking for an alternative to Peet's on Van Ness. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Front of coffee bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

The orange blossom latte was sooo good!! Definitely recommend and it's a nice place to study

A sleek cafe in the lobby of the SFPUC building. They have quite a menu for handcrafted coffees and teas (which I haven't tried yet) as well as some pretty pastries and a selection of grab-n-go food and snacks. They also offer hot food but also have yet to try any. I come back for the chicken caesar salad - the chicken is flavorful, herby in a good way, and the greens are always fresh. A lot of sliced red onions but easily pushed aside if they're not your thing. I had a fruit pillow a while back and it was okay (fresh strawberries weren't ripe, the pastry part was fine) but the matcha/white chocolate chip cookie was really good. And staff: always service with a smile! read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Chicken Caesar salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Had a great time at SPRO for lunch. The new location is super accessible and very cute. My one gripe is that there never seems to be enough seating but that is just the nature of the location. The staff is super friendly and helpful as well and will tell you all about their drinks! I got the Tokyo Rose (matcha) and the Veggie Tales sandwich. My review is mainly regarding the food and drink. The food is pretty expensive for a small portion. The veggie tales sandwich was around $11.5 for a small ciabiatta roll (it was stuffed with veggies and cheese) and was extremely fresh and tasty, the sauce was delightful. I was a little disappointed with the Tokyo Rose matcha. It was overly sweet for me and the matcha flavor was super diluted. I've had other drinks from SPRO that are excellent like the Spice Islands and would recommend the coffees over the teas! A great place to grab a lil afternoon treat and meet up with friends! read more

I found this great coffee and breakfast place near our high rise. I'm so glad I did. I had the best smoked salmon bagel sandwich I've ever had. It had the most delicious wasbi honey on it and it made it taste so much better. My husband got a sausage breakfast burrito and liked it as well. I ordered a chai and the barista elania made such a cute design on my chai. She was great!! I also got 2 cookies to go a brown butter chocolate chip and a macha white chocolate chip. I looked forward to coming back and trying something different. read more

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