I was in the area, and didn't know SPRO was located inside this building. It's in a cozy little area, and they've a bigger menu than door dash does. I have been a frequent customer through DoorDash, and it was nice to be able to check out the seasonal menu. Service was nice, and you clean up after yourself after you eat. I'll probably return for more pastries in the future. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - The seating area. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This coffee shop is a must-try! A friend introduced SPRO to me and now I can't stop going. It's located on the ground level of the SF Water Power Sewer building, very close to City Hall. It's not located in the best area, but it's worth the trip! You'll see some of the Tenderloin "characters" roaming around. They do have other locations in the city. I'm always on on the lookout for what I call "fancy coffee" and this spot is 100% worth it. My go-to is is the Orange Blossom Latte (with oat milk). The orange extract adds another level of flavor that pairs so well with the coffee. I'm usually a basic oat milk latte gal, but this is one of the few spots where I'll order one of their flavored lattes, specifically the Orange Blossom Latte! Highly recommended! read more

nice small coffee shop located less than a block away from the SFO hall. We came here after a wedding ceremony for light refreshments before heading over to our reception services. It was very small and cute. They serve many options of cool drinks and pastries! the coffee was delish and they had a great selection of pastries we chose from. The matcha cookie, croissant, and another bread. Everything was really good and tasty! Service was superb!! read more

Their espressos are good. Their food unfortunately is mediocre. I used to be a frequent patron, but the recent price increases however is a deal breaker. While their rent is effectively subsided by the PUC and is way below markets, they price their coffee similar to other locations. Hate to say it but their prices are absurd at this point, and there are much better and affordable options nearby. read more

I visited SPRO CoffeeLab on their opening day (7/17/2023) and it was a lovely experience! They had a complimentary drink and pastry menu to celebrate their grand opening and I tried the Spice Island - it was the perfect blend of dark chocolate and cinnamon. The entire menu is so creative and well thought out, I was really impressed by the flavor combinations and options available. Everyone working was so kind and friendly and the open layout of the space makes it feel modern, inviting, and airy! So excited to go back! read more

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

Average size bagel with cream cheese, aioli, and smoked salmon. $14. ($17 including fees, tax, tip.) Great bagel but small, while great, substantial sandwiches down the street for the same price with less markup. read more

Unfortunately, my latte experience was quite disappointing. Long wait times and a questionable beverage left me feeling unwell. I doubt I'll be returning. read more

My go-to order is either an Americano or just a double shot of spro (espresso, in case you were wondering), which this place does undeniably well. If you like sweet drinks, this place makes the best Pumpkin Spice Latte you'll ever have, with real pumpkin puree and a great blend of spices. It's a must-order when it's on the limited Fall-time menu! (Seriously, you've never had a PSL before this one) read more

I come here occasionally but more and more recently I feel things are getting slower and slower. The coffee drinks are great once you get it but last time I waited more than 10 minutes for a coffee drink and only 3-4 drinks were served before I got mine, one for a person that ordered before I got there and 2 from what it looks like were online orders. Zero sense of urgency and there were 2 people working at the espresso machine, one at the cash register and one seemed to be working more in the kitchen side. The last I went I was not in a hurry but I can see if I would have to spend about 15 minutes to stop and get a coffee when there is no line at all I would not take a chance next time. The plain croissant was gooey and that might have been a combination of under-baking it and/or not letting it proof properly during the thawing process....assuming those are frozen products that they bake on site. If that was as fresh croissant, they definitively have bigger issues! The place does always seem to be nice and clean and while the building itself is really big and might feel a bit "sterile" it seems they did a good job with the cafe side to make every table feel cozy and not overcrowded. read more

Im leaving four start because the space is nice, the cashier people are polite, and this is a good spot. However, please take that breakfast sandwich off your menu. I was so taken aback by how bad it was I couldn't finish half of it. Thick cuts of cold tough prosciutto, cold chopped egg salad, with way too much salad on a cold bagel. NO. I say that in the nicest way since I like this place in general. Do not recommend that item and do not waste your money. Try other things here. read more

Yay!!!! I was able to attend their grand opening and what a cool experience. All the staff and workers were very helpful, hands-on, and welcoming. Considering it was their first day, I thought they did awesome. I'm so happy this is just a block from my office. It's located around civic center/TL so just be mindful. The space inside is bright and open. I'd definitely come here to do some work or study. On their first day they served complimentary drinks and pastries. I ordered the iced latte with oat milk and butter croissant. Coffee was nice and bold--just how I like it. They had an interesting menu with an extensive selection. Soooo, I definitely will be coming back to try their other items. read more

Only the 5th person on line but I stood around 20 minutes to get my order taken. I like this place a lot, but they seem to struggle with a small rush. They may have been down a human at the counter, but I'll think twice next time I see a mid size line. The pastries are very nice and I love the avocado toast. Staff are also super cool. read more

I really enjoy coming to Spro for a fun drink or snack! Spro is on the first floor of the SF Public Utilities Commission building, and is a good addition to the area. The space is open, trendy, and minimalistic. This is a nice place to have a quick break! I've tried these few drinks and pastries already: - Spice Islands - tasted like a nutty, cinnamon mocha. This drink is rich, delicious, and really kept me wired for the whole day. The menu says that this drink has cayenne in it, but that wasn't noticeable to me. - Shiro - not enough matcha or white chocolate flavor. I ordered it with oat milk, and it only tasted like oat milk. Boo! - Hojicha - Very tasty! The roasted tea flavor really shined through in this one. This one has less caffeine than the other drinks. I also ordered this one with oat milk. - Brown Butter Dark Chocolate Cookie - This is your standard cookie. Size-wise, it's decent, and I liked the flaky salt on top of it! - Bacon, Egg and Cheddar Pillow - This pastry is pretty pricey ($8.5 pre-tax), but I enjoyed it and got full off of it. It has a sunny-side up egg on top of strips of bacon on a puff pastry. This pastry is pre-made so the egg yolk doesn't run. However it is still soft and the black pepper and saltiness really satisfied my salty snack craving. Overall, prices here are a bit steep, especially since the regular size is only 12oz. Other than that, the staff is friendly and upbeat, which adds to this location's great atmosphere! read more

I work nearby so I've enjoyed Spro for some time. It was already relatively pricey but the prices just increased... my drink went from $6 to $7, $7.43 with tax. Maybe it's in my head but I feel pressured/judged if I don't tip. The tips are preset at $1,2,3 which would bring my total to $8.43. Unfortunately I will be attending smaller/properly priced cafes nearby. Otherwise, the drinks are nice, seating is plenty and the building is well lit. read more

the service is great, baristas are always on point. The DUCK BURRITO is to die for. Dont waste your time or money on the pastries, they never taste too fresh, the salads are overrpiced. read more

This place has incredible breakfast burritos! It's super affordable at $11.50 and the thing is dense! I've been coming here since they have opened and have been either picking up a pour over or one of their specialty. Lattes. It looks like they have a pretty big selection of mixed drinks and they don't use artificial stuff. If you're looking for just a regular cup of coffee, they have drip coffee at 3.75 which is probably the cheapest I've seen for coffee. I believe Philz Coffee down the street is much more expensive and much longer wait. I'm pretty impressed and looking forward to coming back on a regular basis. read more

I have been here a few times, and I love the vibes of this place. The space is nice, and I love the design of the place and its look. The staff is also pretty polite. The drinks, however, are just okay?? I tried a couple of lattes and a matcha drink, but I did not find any of them particularly spectacular, just okay. My friend ordered a cold brew and thought it was sour. Despite the drinks not being the best, I do like the cafe itself, so I would come back again for the environment and will still order a drink though their drinks are not that great. read more

This place is fantastic. Kinda tucked behind the SFPUC building - and at first a bit industrial looking. But banish any notion that either their location or esthetic telegraph the culinary delights inside. Their food is consistently excellent - I recently ordered a duck burrito and so ravenously ate it back at my office that I nearly aspirated the foil wrapping. The Unami bomb toast - Avocado toast with a much needed Japanese make-over complete with Ikura, etc., is- delicious. Finally, I would be remiss not to recommend the cold sesame noodles - they are fantastic - and the watermelon radishes served with them provide the perfect bitter crunch. The cold brew is strong and tasty. These folks know what they are doing. read more

I work in the building. Great drinks and especially nicely-prepared foods! Everyone has been very kind to me. The prices are on the higher end for the portions, but ya can't beat the convenience. read more

If your looking for great coffee near Civic Center plaza I highly recommend Spro coffee Lab. They have a large menu of unique custom coffee to try. They also have delicious fresh food items made on site to eat there or grab to go. The customer service is excellent. Thank you SPRO for doing it right. read more

SPRO where the coffee flows like a majestic river of caffeinated dreams. If you find yourself at SPRO stick to the liquid gold they're brewing behind the counter. The coffee is the undisputed hero of this tale, the pastries, well, they're the quirky sidekick that's best observed from a safe distance. The Tenderloin sidewalk often becomes a stage--the coffee's worth it, the pastries, not so much. Happy sipping and sidewalk spectating! read more

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

This is so great. Just enter the PUC building and it's on the ground floor. Everything you could want for new neighborhood additions. It's really surprising, this area has been getting worse not better. It's more common to see new tents not new cafes. Either some business executive is rolling the dice or they got a great deal on rent. read more

Decent coffee but got hit by a hidden fee for absolutely no reason. Kind of annoying that they feel it's okay to cheat customers.

Spro's new location inside the San Francisco's Public Utilities Commission building. Really nice layout! Highly recommend the orange blossom with oat milk. read more

SPRO CoffeeLab - Orange blossom with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ordered some drinks and food - they ended up forgetting about the food orders. Drinks were interesting in terms of flavor, but didn't hit the make for me. read more

Love the team! It's refreshing to have a lively cafe with a great selection of food and beverages. Personally I am a huge fan of the Madagascar iced coffee and the Superfruit Smash smoothies The team is super hospitable and accommodating--big thank you go Aimee, Kevin and Elena for always making my morning read more

I was trying to pay my water bill the other day and I stumbled on this cafe. It was located in the middle of the water and sewer building. The place was nice a cool chill spot. I looked at the menu and it seemed pretty interesting so I decided to order. After I ordered my food and drink I waited patiently and noticed one of the workers coughing with her mouth open..YUCK she didn't even wash her hands. (Covid is still here), Then I watched the person making my food and I was TOTALLY DISGUSTED! This guy was touching everything without gloves!!!! I watched him like a hawk. He was touching my sandwich meat , vegetables everything no gloves! After he was done didn't wipe his hands pulled -up his pants and went to the corner to check his phone. WTF?? I work in healthcare and we always wear gloves . Handling people's food with no gloves is a big red flag. People can get food poisoning. These people need proper training on handling food and safety and sanitation. Oddly enough the only person wearing gloves was the barista and he only handles the drinks. I was so disgusted I ended up throwing away the sandwich. What a waste of $$$$. I hope management will make changes. Be aware, if you order pay attention to the one making your food!!! read more

Worse Coffee shop in the city. I had the matcha Latte and its mostly milk. I basically paid $7 for a cup of milk. My friend on the other hand had a Strawberry field, she had it worse. The drink was consist of 90% ice. The first reviews clearly written by the owners. I'm surprised Google is okay with that. read more

My smoothie was great but my breakfast burrito was horrible. It literally tasted like there was egg salad mixed with beans and cheese inside it was disgusting. Not to mention there were out of bread so I couldn't get like 1/3 of the menu(wanted to try the ciao bella read more

The items I tried were tasty, but I feel they were pricey. I know today's economy is not good, but still.

Super nice and friendly staff! Ordered a "Madagascar" and it was not good. Extremely bitter despite it being advertised as containing vanilla and sugar! Had to toss it sadly. read more

Avoid ordering. They ignore doordash orders and I just wasted an hour. Sucks because I love their Mardi Gras and burritos, but in true SF fashion. Bad food service. read more

This is my go-to coffee spot when I am working near Civic Center. They have so many great options for drinks and snacks and the staff are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. read more

Was excited to try this place but the vibes are definitely not there. There was no line at the register but I just stood around for a few minutes being ignored by all the staff. The employees clearly saw me but didn't seem to care to acknowledge me or ask me to wait a second. Finally a girl comes to the register and says, in the most uncaring voice, "Thanks for waiting." I ordered a latte which was fine, nothing to write home about. Their espresso is forgettable, and fairly undetectable through the milk. Definitely not worth the $7 price tag. Once they called out my name for the drink, I picked it up and said thank you to the barista. Ignored, again. I'm bummed because their menu looked pretty cool but I really can't stand their pretentiousness. I'd rather spend my money on a high-priced coffee that's worth it at Blue Bottle. read more

Bought an egg Sandwich from here and bit into some eggshells. Ordered a hojicha drink it just tasted like milk. I was disappointed after a coworker told me this place was good read more

The staff is friendly, and you can order ahead. Fifty shades of earl grey is creamy and delicious! I have also had Rose Matcha, which is equally good. read more

The food is great, and the menu has tons of options. Good coffee as well. The service is spectacular and is where this place truly shines. They are just a coffee shop but the staff went above and beyond my expectations. The perfect place to do remote work . I only wish they had more comfy chairs. read more

Very beautiful latte art and atmosphere. Very close convenient location and nice staff. A good way to start a morning and great place to work or read. read more