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SPRO offers a drip coffee for 4 bucks which isn't back considering the neighborhood spark social is located. You're able to customize the coffee which is nice and we were able to enjoy it at the swinging chair station which resembled a fire place. All in all, I would come back to taste the other signature drinks. We were killing time before an appointment.
This has got to be the most expensive coffee I've paid for to date. Nonetheless, it was sooo good! This coffee truck is located in Spark Social Food Truck Park, which is across the street from UCSF at Mission Bay and a few blocks from Chase Center. The truck itself is bright red, and there is a good amount of tables and chairs for seating. They have an extensive menu with a lot of seasonal drink options. I loved that, but it also made it very hard to decide which drink I wanted. The staff member at the register was very helpful and answered all of my questions. I ultimately decided to get an iced mardi gras ($6.50). I upsized to a large (+$1.50) and subbed oat milk (+$1.00). The drink came to a grand total of $9 before tip. The drink was very delicious. It was rich and had an almost chocolatey and nutty flavor. It was unique, and I loved it. I would definitely get it again. Overall, this is a solid coffee spot.
An unassuming little coffee and treats place since it's just at the entrance of Spark Social. It's my favorite place to get a warm beverage (they also have cold drinks)! I don't drink coffee but I love the Hojicha Tea they have here! I order it hot and it's always delightfully cozy without being too sweet or milky. The cashier has always been friendly, and the drinks come out fairly fast. They have so many specialty drinks and food that I would love to try -- can't wait to be back!
I was suuuper excited to try this place but it's just not my cup of tea. It's extremely OVERPRICED for what it is and lacking overall flavor. Cup of coffee is $8.50 + $1 for non dairy milk so it's $9.50 for a medium iced coffee. Their coffee menu is really bizarre it reminds me more of a sushi menu with ponzu and miso ingredients making it difficult to figure out what to order. I ordered the Mardi Gras's, very chicory, I added my own creamer when I got home Salmon sandwich- barely has any salmon, is mostly lettuce. I did enjoy the hint of wasabi flavor. For $14 I would expect a more generous amount of salmon. Breakfast sandwich is not breakfast AT ALL. It's literally egg salad sandwich and lacks flavor and again is mostly lettuce. For $14 I would expect ALOT more flavor Overall 2 sandwiches and 1 coffee cost $42.
I love hojicha and was surprised to see it here at Spark Social! Their hojicha is not too strong or too light which I like. It was not overly sweet but just good enough. Wait time to get the drink is average but wait time to order can get long. I just got lucky. Spending $6 for a hojicha latte is totally not worth it but considering it to be good, it was fine with me
They open pretty early for a food truck at 7am so I'll treat myself to Spro once in a while if I don't have to be at work right away. I've tried their hojicha latte and hong kong style milk tea and they both hit the spot on a cold morning. The bagel with salmon is nom worthy however, it's pricey and small. The menu has quite a few interesting items you wouldn't typically see at other coffee places such as a japanese mochi waffles, salmon miso salad, umami bomb avocado toast and a matcha cookie. I'm not a coffee drinker but they do have a good array of coffees to choose from as well as a few smoothies. Don't forget to check the menu on their food truck for they offer more drinks from mochas, teas and pour overs. The employees are nice and the drinks are ready within minutes. They have plenty of seating nearby. I don't come as often as I'd like to due the pricing, so I'll slowly make my way to the food and pastries menu. Take a break from Blue bottle and Starbucks and show this Spro some love!
I ABSOLUTELY loved this little coffee shop - truly a hidden gem in Mission Bay. I got their Spice Islands drink and was so surprised by how flavorful it was. It was the perfect balance of coffee flavor and delicious cinnamon/nutmeg flavors. It reminded me of a dirty chai (but even better). They have numerous milk options as well! The staff was also very friendly and there was practically no line when I came for my morning coffee. It seems you can also pre-order and pick up your order at the front! I will 100% be coming back to try out their other drinks and food options.
SPRO is slowly becoming my go-to coffee + breakfast spot! Please do yourself a favor and order through Uber for pickup because it can be a long wait especially during the weekends. Items here are actually pricey $12+ for food, $8+ for drinks but this is the new food industry. Hojicha (iced) - Very light in flavor! Imo hojicha drinks can be pretty overwhelming but SPRO does it right. It is almost creamy but perfectly balanced between hojicha and milk. Tokyo rose (iced) - Again, very light but you can definitely taste matcha + rose in this drink. It is aromatic as well. I found that it tastes a lot better with oat milk than whole. Breakfast sandwich - Making this with croissant *chefs kiss*. It was JUST perfect. Pretty small serving too but in terms of the taste, all the ingredients are perfectly balanced in flavor. Umami bomb - *Chefs kiss*. I LOVE this. I only wish more of ikura was served on this but the taste is just perfect. Each bite was literally bursting with so many flavors.
Love the vibe here! Came on a busy Sunday afternoon and grabbed a seat with a street-facing view inside. There's ample seating and saw quite a few folks studying or working here on their day off. I love the minimalist design and modern red accents. We enjoyed our drinks, although I wish my iced Orange Blossom Latte had less syrup + was less sweet overall. The more I sipped away, the more syrup I got and, by the end, I just gave it to my partner, since it was overwhelmingly sugary. My partner grabbed the Coco De Mer (hot), which came in a nice mug and was - and I quote - the "best latte he'd ever had." Pretty high praise, I must say! It was creamy, rich, and more balanced when it came to sweetness. My tip - ask for less syrup in the specialty lattes, if you're used to having little to no sweetener on the daily. We didn't get any food, but saw many enjoying their toasts and sandwiches!
An enjoyable truck with pretty good food. I usually get the ube cookie and salmon sandwich from here. The ube cookie is nice and chewy with oatmeal and coconut bits. One of the better ube cookies out there because it's not too sweet. And the salmon sandwich is interesting because they use a wasabi honey cream cheese, which works surprisingly well for such a strange sounding combination. The bagel has a good chew as well. Sometimes it's a little sweet though, but that's the only negative. A really well thought out place to get your cafe goods.
4 years ago
The espresso and coffee drinks are very fresh and high quality. SPRO is a food truck located in the Spark SF area. The menu includes lots of specialty drinks with many exotic flavors. The drinks are a little overpriced, and it is an extra $1 for milk substitutes. Overall, I would recommend especially if you are at Spark SF. read more
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Gave SPRO a try from door dash this morning and tried the spice islands coffee, which was really good (just wish alternative sizes would be available). They did offer plenty of milk options (Oat, Almond & Regular). Tried the Mash Up, which was bread, egg & mashed potatoes & was very good! Tried the tres leches cake which was really good! Overall very satisfied and would recommend! read more
5 years ago
I enjoyed my purchases here, my only small con, which could also be considered a pro LOL, is that they were trying to make something fancy that doesn't need to be fancy. The breakfast sandwich/breakfast burrito is delicious and iconic on its own for a reason. Oh I get the idea of making the breakfast sandwich fancy, and enjoyed it, but it's just as good the traditional way too. In my opinion. They added prosciutto and spinach and upped the charge, really good but not necessary to me LOL maybe I just don't crave prosciutto in the morning... I also got the Hong Kong latte and a saffron drink with several different ingredients in it. I loved my Hong Kong latte! Really unique and flavorful, the other one tasted like a latte with sweetener in it, nothing too unique. Overall, this place is pretty good, I just think they might be doing too much when they don't need to. read more
3 years ago
Needed some caffeine waiting for my friends to arrive at Spark Social and decided to grab something from Spro. There were so many options and I was feeling hot chocolatey until I set my sights on a hot white chocolate matcha. Perfect. The worker who took my order was quick and the drink itself was super matchy! Tasted great and also warmed my soul while I waited in the cold. I'll have to swing by to try one of the seasonal drinks at some point. They make the drinks pretty quick to order! read more
I get coffee and sweets here almost a few times a week. Nothing is overly sweet, and I have had almost every food item on the menu. I use door dash for this place only, so I can't comment on the service. However, the cookies have been good and also the overnight oat. This place puts tape over my drink to prevent contamination which I appreciate. read more
We didn't expect this coffee shop to be in a cute little food truck. For a small place, they have a pretty extensive menu. We got the cold fashioned and an iced oatmilk latte and thought that both were great! If you like cold brew and an old fashioned, I would get the cold fashioned since it's an interesting combo of both (without the alcohol). They kindly offer a sample of the cold brew too if you're unsure about getting it. The food was surprisingly some of the best food I've had from a coffee shop. We tried their breakfast sandwich and the mash up, which is mashed potatoes and eggs on top of toast. I appreciated how clean and non-greasy both were, and it felt like they were a perfect meal to start your day considering how substantial the serving was. They're located in a cool urban food garden so it's a great place to hang out too. Don't forget to check in to get 15% off your order! read more
5 years ago
7 years ago
A fun and hip little coffee shop slash food truck! It's a great spot to grab a quick bite and drink for breakfast and enjoy sitting on the outdoor patio area next to the truck. It had lots of creative drink and food options and also a sleek, fun look! I got the Japanese blueberry mochi waffle and it was SO yummy! The waffle was perfectly fluffy and came with little bites of blueberry. It was super easy to cut and share with a friend and was great for a light breakfast! read more
3 years ago
6 years ago
Of all the times I've been to Spark Social, I seriously thought I had bought from this big red truck near the front Spark Social sign. Turns out, I've only passed by it and never stopped to see that they sell more than coffee! Researching on Yelp first, I definitely wanted to get the sangria! Ended up getting the Mardi Gras (tasted very similar to Blue Bottle) and I loved it! It was strong but not bitter and creamy but not too sweet. My husband got the cold fashioned, which is a cold brew with orange bitters that came with an orange peel.. super fancy pants. He loved it! Not tall enough to speak up for your order? No worries, they have a step stool that everyone uses :) They also have a speaker set up so everyone can hear that you need extra espresso shots on this Sunny Sunday afternoon at 4pm because you caved in and let your kids eat ice cream(delicious Mitchell's ice cream at that) , and they'll be wired soon.. so you need to match that and be wired too. They have these little duo seat benches that mimics the look of a broken down school bus. You can sit there and wait for your drinks, and if you have a dog- they have little water bowls for them. Also for the doggies, we saw the guy at the register offer dogs some treats as their owners waited for their drinks. There's a small menu just for your fur friends if you decide they need more of a pick me up--what a sweet touch for the pups! We'll be back! The food items looked pretty good, so maybe a sangria and a guava mochi waffle next time. Those are definitely next on the list! read more
5 years ago
I'm so glad I happened upon this gem. Was nice shortage of coffee spots but I wanted a full breakfast, 'the breakfast sandwich' was delightful. The combo of egg salad, prosciutto, chives, greens and more was so.damn.tasty. The rest of their menu looks amazing too but I can only speak to the breakfast sandwich! Yum read more
4 years ago
4 years ago
Brought a couple of friends to experience Spark Social :) First Impression: The guy who I ordered from was incredibly friendly although I thought it was a tiny bit weird that the truck had paper all over the truck covering pricing lol. I think I also was charged more than the sign said I would be, but the drink came out great. Food: - Island Hop, 12oz: The coffee and ube flavors were beautifully present but subtle. There was a small sprinkle of purple dust which I thought was aesthetically quite nice but for the size of the drink, I thought SPRO was quite pricey. Lasting Impression: I thoroughly enjoyed the coffee :) I loved how they had a variety of specialty and seasonal drinks. I haven't seen many coffee shops with more Asian-oriented drinks so this was really refreshing. read more
6 years ago
Atmosphere/Cleanliness 4/5: Staff is friendly, patient and following covid guidelines (masks, hand sanitizer by register, social distancing markers). Coffee 3.5/4: My first time here I had the charcoal latte which was decent. I love oat milk and I know how oat milk can overpower coffee drinks and I don't think that was the case for this but the drink wasn't as impressive. I tasted the charcoal but I felt like something was missing. Second time around I ordered the Madagascar ice latte and I would definitely choose this over the charcoal. Food 4/5: The food is the clear cut winner at this spot. Umami BOMB avocado, black truffle, citrus ponzu, furikake, black sesame, togarashi, chili, ikura salmon roe, sourdough... The flavors work really well. I wish there was a bit more roe, one half had of my toast had roe and the other half didn't. Mash up 2 hr sous-vide eggs, creamy truffle parmesan potato puree, togarashi, chives, buttered sourdough...my hands down fave breakfast dish ever! I would come back here just for this. The eggs melt in your mouth and there is a perfect amount of truffle flavor, not too overpowering. It felt like a piece of heaven in my mouth. Strawberry guava mochi waffle fresh strawberries, guava cream, mochi, confectioners sugar...It had the perfect mochi texture but not enough flavor. I don't even remember tasting the guava cream but I bet if it had more of that it would be a perfect waffle. I would give this another shot, again with the hope of more guava cream. Parking 3/5: I don't live in this area so I had to drive out here. Since it's close to UCSF and lots of condo/apt complexes parking is not the greatest. I would come back to try their food dishes! read more
SPRO is the place to go for all your socially distanced drinks + food! Strawberry Guava Mochi Waffle ($9) - The guava flavor is subtle and the strawberries provide a perfect tartness. The chewy mochi texture will leave you wondering why you only ordered one! Breakfast Sandwich ($9.5) - This is the best egg salad sandwich I've ever had. Who knew prosciutto and egg salad would be so delicious together?! This is a hearty bagel sandwich worth every penny. Superfruit Smash ($10) - I couldn't taste the Cherry Blossom Green Tea, but this was still a tasty smoothie to compliment all the food! read more
8 years ago
People joke that Millennials specifically ones in SF and NYC will never be able to afford a house. Why? Because...avocado toast. I never buy avocado toast so I can't relate. I refuse to pay $10-$16 for something anyone can make with ingredients made from the farmer's market for a fraction of the cost. That $10-$16 is going towards a liquid diet of craft cocktails. My morals may go out the door afterwards but hey...(Just don't tell my dad!) But yea, unless I find a filthy rich (AND insanely desperate) guy to marry me, I could never afford a house in SF. Anyhow, I've been following the SPRO coffee truck (inside Spark Social) since they opened for their Umami Bomb and was super excited to finally try it when we had a teambuilding event across the street. These days, food trucks are a dime a dozen but all the unique and photogenic creations I saw for SPRO really caught my eye. Plus, their solid 5 star rating gave me high hopes. It was going to be my first time ordering avocado toast... Not just any basic b*tch avocado toast but the Umami Bomb, avocado toast WITH black truffle citrus ponzu, furikake, black sesame, togarashi, chili, ikura salmon roe, sourdough rye. The combo sounds like its name - a flavor bomb! And, it's only $7.50 which is a steal in the city of bourgeois toasts: https://bit.ly/2xHQusY. Sadly, the avocados were not even close to being ripe so they were hard and bitter. There was too much ponzu so the toast also ended up tasting sour. Bitter + sour is not a good combo. I had my co-workers try it and they agreed. On the plus side, I like that it's served on sourdough rye as a healthier carb option. SPRO specializes in coffee drinks but I don't drink coffee so I ordered their Fifty Shades ($5) which is their take on milk tea with earl grey tea. The friendly cashier told me that you can't adjust the sweetness and that their milk tea is lightly sweetened. Perfect! I usually order my milk teas at 25-50% sweetness because I like good tea flavor. Another sadly...the Fifty Shades was cloyingly sweet so it tasted like sugar milk, not milk tea. I ended up giving it to my co-worker who usually orders her milk tea at 150% sweetness. The staff was really nice so 3 stars for that and the creativity of their items. I probably went on an off day so I'm hoping my return visit will be stellar like others... read more
Cute coffee truck located near the entrance of Spark Social SF. They offer pastries, breakfast items, and even a fancy dog menu. Really nice staff and welcoming environment. Definitely coming back to try the breakfast items next time. read more
3 years ago
I come here almost everyday since they're posted at sparks social in mission bay, i keep comin back for the urban jungle smoothie and umami bomb! read more
5 years ago
SPRO has been a semi-weekly staple of my new SF routine. I can walk over in the morning or during my lunch break and grab a quick bite or coffee while the build runs. Fantastic spot and located in spark social. Total neighborhood gem! // For coffee aficionados // They do counter culture coffee blends and single Origins. I've become such a regular I know a few people's names! And see they treat other regulars the same. Across from Blue Bottle (new) but always have a line dedicated to them. And the food is DELICIOUS OKAY. Like coffee is superb, always well poured and pressed( about 4/5 times, everyone has off days on weekends on order 89789) but the food matches and I wasn't expecting. read more
3 years ago
I had such high expectations for this place and SPRO almost lived up to them! SPRO is on the edge of Spark Social so it's easy to find. The service was alright, but slow and not as friendly as I thought it would be? This was surprising because I went during a slow period and it wasn't that busy! (I expected long lines.) I tried the Shiro Matcha (iced) and the white chocolate flavor almost danced with the matcha! It was an interesting combination but as a matcha lover I had to try it, and have no regrets. I'd be back for the drinks and I do want to try other ones and the food too. read more
5 years ago
Permanent truck at Spark Social. Visited twice the past week. The umami bomb toast (their version of avocado toast) was a delicious light lunch - the different components gave such a variety of flavors. Avocado was perfectly ripe and smooth, togarashi and chili added a hint of spice, citrus ponzu and the salmon roe added tang and complexity. 5/5! We returned for a quick brunch a few days later. I got the sausage and egg toast and hubby got the mash up toast with added bacon. Both had perfectly cooked sous vide eggs with jammy yolks. Sausage was tender and cooked perfectly. 5/5 Strawberry guava pillow - flat buttery flaky pastry with guava cream and strawberry. Not as pillowy or puffy as I anticipated but still good 4/5 Brown butter chocolate chip cookie - complex buttery cookie base with dark chocolate chunks. Crisp edges but still chewy and soft in the center. Perfect way to end my lunch 5/5 Both times has a small line and waited 8-15 min for our food. Quick turnaround and they provided utensils if needed. read more
6 years ago
Wow, their coffee is absolutely fantastic. I got a regular mocha with oat milk and my boyfriend ordered a coco de mar. They were both hot drinks and we ordered from doordash. First of all, thank you so much for the really kind note. We will continue to support your business during these challenging times. Also, THANK YOU so much for taping the top of our cups and adding a stopper. This made us feel incredibly safe and we are extremely appreciative. The mocha was amazing. A delicious and intense chocolate flavor with just the right amount of sweetness. The espresso is delicious as well. I tried the coco de mar which was equally tastey. It's got a very unique and interesting flavor that is hard to describe. I like the condensed milk addition and the cocoa. Overall, we are so satisfied with our drinks and want to try the food sometime! We will be visiting in person soon. Thank you again. read more
I can see why Spro was so highly recommended by all my friends! My friend and I came at 12:45 on a Sunday. Sadly the Umami Bomb avocado toast was sold out, I was looking forward to that! I got the Southern BEL, red velvet waffles with cream cheese frosting (play on words with belle and Belgian waffles, ha) and Fifty Shades Earl Grey with oat milk. My friend got the Steak & Eggs plate which was 2 sous vide eggs on sourdough toast with ribeye steak, and also the "V" for Velvet coffee. The drinks came out first and were delicious, but extremely sweet. My waffles were the perfect combination of crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and the cream cheese frosting was good (although I wish it were more drizzle-able). My friend's sous vide eggs were SO beautiful and tbh I wish I could've eaten her plate. The ribeye was nicely flavored too although it might have been better medium rare. Overall, I need to come back for the avocado toast and mochi waffles, and I can see myself visiting Spro every weekend... read more
6 years ago
Oh, SPRO. a coffee favorite. it truly has it all - exciting lattes, delicious bites, and the ambiance of spark social. I've tried the pumpkin spice latte, the black swan, and the coco de mer so far. The pumpkin spice latte was a little heavy on the spice for my liking, and the coco de mer a little heavy on the chocolate. But then again, I tend to like my lattes with minimal flavoring. My favorite was the black swan because the flavor is subtle, but definitely smooth and creamy. I've also had the almond butter toast, the umami bomb, and the chia pudding. All were soooooo good! The umami bomb is probably my favorite avocado toast in the city (and my roommate agrees). Overall, I think SPRO is one of the most well-rounded coffee places in SF. It would probably be my first recommendation for any out-of-towners looking for coffee because of its unique menu items and because spark social is such a cute place to visit. read more
9 years ago
Spro is pricey, but their coffee is amazing and the people here are super nice! I've tried a bunch of their drinks now (regular latte, Spice Islands, "V" for Velvet, Shiro, Orange Blossom, Coco de Mer) and have enjoyed every single one enough to justify the prices - though it's still generally a treat or pick-me-up for certain days rather than a regular coffee spot. I tried their food for the first time for Pi Day (3/14), when they offered a peach cream pie and a chicken tikka masala pie for $3.14 each. The chicken tikka masala pie was shaped like a Hot Pocket and was a bit too salty - it also reminded me nothing of chicken tikka masala and I regretted getting it. The peach cream pie tasted better, though I'd call it a pastry rather than a pie. I haven't tried any of Spro's usual food items yet, but the Pi Day Specials didn't really leave the best impression on me. It isn't quite fair to judge their usual menu from the "pies" though, so perhaps one of these days I'll find it in myself to shell out some money for some bougie avocado toast (which I try to NEVER get because I could just make it myself at home... I hope it really is as good as all of the other reviews say it is!) read more
Heading to Spro Coffee Lab is almost easy to find, since it's the first coffee/tea café inside Spark Social. I never had came to Spark Social until my first and second visit. Spro provides a nifty good café eats and drinks compared to normal ones. How did I found Spro you asked? It all started by looking at one Hokkaido crêpe cake inside the glass shelf of Sno Crave. Its color of the crêpe cake was none other than activated charcoal. By the time I looked up the name of the dessert on yelp, I was surprised at least another place has it, and that's when I set my sights on Spro. On my first visit last other weekend, I came to Spro to order what's on the secret menu: Black Swan (aka activated charcoal latte). Though activated charcoal was as tasteless as before, I only taste...Spro's Sight Glass coffee? True, I wasn't a fan of coffee because of its acquired taste; however, it tasted quite mild when blended with activated charcoal and almond milk. I've checked in and forgot to tap in the discount; therefore, a female barista kindly gave me a ticket for a free cup. On my second visit, I use up a ticket to have the Cool Hunter. This is my first time trying the On-the-top cup made with grapefruit bitters. The two tiny flowers floating on an ice cold cup are edible. The dessert I ordered with it is the Black Forest. Nothing special about the sweet and savory brownie. Spro Coffee Lab is truly an example of expanding my taste buds, and I was glad to fit right in. I have no need to buy a Hokkaido crêpe cake for $11. I be hoping for an activated charcoal tea latte instead of plain latte. Either way, I had a very good experience. Three cheers for Rich and Liza!!! read more
I lOVE SPRO This probably thee best thing at SPARK Great prices for their coffee, which is A1 Exciting choices on the menu and Dessert Fast and exceptional service They Love Game of Thrones! And if you haven't lived until you've indulged in a Crepe Cake as soft as a cloud taking you through a trip to the Hall of Fame of Cakes. And with every bite you'll forget you paid $11 for a slice of cake like the times you said you'll stop watching Game of Thrones because they kept killing off your favorite characters and kept watching anyway. Yes it's that good. #TheNorthRemembers (But seriously try and find a Crepe Cake in the city... so pay the IRON PRICE!) A side note for all you avocado toast lovers. If you pick up the umami bomb, if you're not a fan of Roe, I would recommend passing or asking for no roe, cause it does add a fishy after taste. Which isn't for everyone. read more
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601 Mission Bay Blvd N
San Francisco, CA 94158
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