This shop is a GEM! I ordered some sandwiches, pastries, and cupcakes for a small event and EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS. The owner was super accommodating and easy to work with. Please try the burrata sandwich, madelines, cookies, and cupcakes. Try it all! You won't be disappointed! read more

My second visit to Telescope! Happy to say Telescope is still delicious. Sad to say the walk from Market street is still messy... This time I ordered the seasonal cherry blossom cold foam matcha and a strawberry ube cookie. Staff was helpful with my order and ensured I knew the cold foam was made with dairy (since I ordered my drink w/oat milk) and offered pastry suggestions. The strawberry ube cookie was delicious - a soft baked sugar cookie texture with great strawberry flavor coming through. The matcha itself was more floral than sweet. Matcha fans will enjoy but as a broken human I need more sugar with my caffeinated beverages.... Would still recommend! Another great experience at Telescope. Coming back again soon! read more

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I am so late on this review y'all. Like almost a year late. One of those things where you're looking through your cloud photo space, see some photos, and are like... did I ever write that Yelp review? The answer was nah brah. You didn't. So here I am much later, but because I still remember how tasty my coconut matcha was, and how cool this little shop/bakery was! I was a total matcha novice at the time, and really, I still am. But it was this particular drink that made me want to discover more of them. It was creamy but a little earthy, energizing but not "buzzing the room" levels, and just what I wanted to kick of a morning adventure with some co-workers. Of course, there were so many more to choose from, but like I said... I was a novice. Just give me what I kinda know. They did just that, and a delicious cookie! Would return next time I'm here. read more

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Saw the reviews and I was excited for Matcha! Unfortunately, my iced Matcha latte with almond milk was not giving. I asked the gal for sweetener and got a bit of an off putting response where she said they didn't have any, so I specified an example such as honey to which she said that they had some at the end of the counter that I could do myself. My Matcha tasted like almond milk more than anything so I asked for a bit of extra Matcha to which she said she could if I paid more. I totally get this part, but just overall the hospitality energy here really put me off. Dang! read more

Telescope Coffee - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Review #1,026 Posted on 3.28.26 We stopped into Telescope Coffee for a few drinks on Friday the 20th. This spots was a few blocks away from a park we chilled at and ate lunch. This place is small, right near the corner of Folsom & 6th. You come in and order right near the entrance, and then there's a few places to sit and hang while you drink your coffee. The staff here is super nice, and my mocha latte came out money. They've also got a water cooler setup with small cups too. I thought a good product & service. read more

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I came by to grab a coffee and opted for the monte carlo which is their iced coffee with an orange cream top. The cream top is very sweet by itself but is balanced out by the coffee once you mix it. I do think the coffee itself was a bit bland and I wished they used a darker roast to balance out the milky sweet top. Overall not bad but on the pricier side. read more

Telescope Coffee - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Had this coffee shop on my list for a while! Very cute interior and nice ambiance with seating inside. They had some nice new years decor up. I got their matcha with blueberry milk and liked it! I know they sometimes have pop ups here too, will def come back for that. read more

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First, if you are not familiar, Telescope Coffee, it is a local business owned by two best friends who were born and raised in the Bay Area...and did I mention they are women owned? Yes all the things we support. One occasion I walked in and saw a pop up for The Butter Block Bakeshop. WOMAN-OWNED AS WELL?! Okay support we love it. Both shops are amazing and offer your favorite coffee shop staples and a welcoming environment. Support both these businesses and try out some really good coffee or baked goods. read more

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I love supporting and hyping up POC and women‑owned businesses, and Telescope Coffee is one of them. Telescope Coffee felt like a little caffeine oasis in the heart of SoMa. It was a great way to start the morning. DRINKS (LATTE): 8/10 I got their Iced Vanilla Bean Latte with Cinnamon, and it was pretty solid. Smooth, nicely balanced, and not too sweet, not too bitter. It didn't blow my mind, but definitely a dependable pick. FOOD/PASTRIES: 8/10 I ordered their sun-dried tomato & rosemary focaccia, which I think is one of their specialties, and honestly, it was yummy! A bit on the oily side to start the morning, but that's on me -- focaccia is usually a little oily, so eating it first thing in the morning was my choice, haha. Everything felt freshly made and paired really well with my drink. Their menu is creative as they do honeycomb lattes, pandan coconut‑cream espresso drinks, and rose lattes. SERVICE: 8/10 The barista who rang me up was super kind, chill, and friendly. She knew exactly what she was doing and was so patient while giving me recommendations since I was indecisive. It made the whole experience feel really genuine. AMBIANCE: 9/10 This place is adorable. The interior has lots of plants, natural light, and open space. The vibe is very mellow, which seems perfect for reading, relaxing, or just hanging out solo. There is also a cozy bookshelf/board game area. Telescope Coffee has personality, creativity, and a warm, relaxing feel. It's a good place to drop in when you want something a little more thoughtful but still easygoing. read more

Telescope Coffee - Iced Vanilla Bean Latte with Cinnamon - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Met a colleague here on Sunday morning and enjoyed this coffee shop. I got the pandan coconut milk with a shot of matcha and also one of their blueberry pastries and both were excellent. Service was super friendly and helpful, bathroom was clean and cute decor. A lot of disco balls tastly decorated. Also a few tables here to sit and work or meet people. Asian and women owned is my understanding. Id definitely come back again when back in SF. No pics taken as I forgot, sorry, will do next time! read more

I ordered the rose matcha hot to-go, and it was excellent. The matcha looked beautiful and tasted even better--smooth, balanced, and not overly sweet. I also loved that all their syrups are made in-house; you can really tell the difference. The shop felt very clean too--I even saw someone actively mopping the floor, which I appreciated. Would happily come back. read more

Telescope Coffee - Rose matcha - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ambiance 4/5 Pretty cool little cafe with simple decor Service 5/5 Very friendly staff and helpful wilmth any questions regarding menu Food 5/5 Cheese focaccia bread was yummy NOTE: Parking is limited in the area read more

My favorite item was the focaccia with rosemary and tomato. Order at the counter, I think the coffee is quite pricey (a latte is $7). Usually lattes are $5.75 - $6.25. The cashier was very patient. Good space to sit down, catch up, and read the community book. The honey comb latte ($7.75) was okay, but the beans need a slightly longer roast for a stronger coffee taste. The honey comb will melt in the drink eventually. The cardamon spice cold brew has good spices, but again, not too much coffee taste and was pretty sweet. Unfortunately, the cafe is not in the best area and the coffee does not stand out. read more

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Wow! I've only had their s'mores cookie and that was so good! If you like chewy crispy like me!, this is the cookie for you!! I'm going in to get me S'more!! read more

Telescope Coffee - Smores cookie - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

2.5/5 Cute Asian cafe! They have a community book shelf area where people can trade or borrow books; I love this! My friends and I came in looking for WFH cafe vibes. For drinks, we tried: Matcha Latte (1/5 - thought this would be better because the matcha looked really green at first but after mixing, not sure what matcha they use but it had a dull green color and tasted kinda watery with a bitter taste) Matcha Rose Latte (2/5 - this was very sweet and not much matcha taste with the rose overpowering everything; it was half the drink so I get why it was so strong) Matcha Lavender Latte (3/5 - strong lavender taste, probably good for a lavender milk but not for matcha) For pastries, we got the Chocolate Chip Cookie, Ube Cookie, and Blueberry Puff. I personally enjoyed the Blueberry Puff the most because they use real blueberries inside but my friends didn't like it since it was really wet inside. The cookies were a bit dry but still flavorful. Their hours are usually 7AM - 4PM with the exception of weekends where they close at 3PM. Their seating is alright with 4ish tables and a counter top area. Their bathroom is clean! There's only street parking so kinda limited. As a WFH place, 3/5 just OK. However, the drinks were pretty disappointing and food was just ok so 2.5/5. read more

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On a recent trip to San Francisco, my friend wanted to go on a matcha-crawl. We researched a few of SF's top spots, and headed to Telescope Coffee first after reading a few reviews. Telescope Coffee is a POC women-owned biz with all syrups, concentrates, and pastries made in-house. Such a cute hole-in-the-wall spot offering fun bevs and also non caffeinated options too. I ordered an iced orange matcha and croffle. Loved the homemade feels and friendly service while waiting. Also loved the additional personal touch and drink compliments to each cup. It's all in the details! I have never tried an orange matcha before and was pleasantly surprised. So delicious! I preferred my selection iced vs hot, and noticed they also had a rose matcha which a few friends enjoyed. The seasonal drinks seem super fun, would love to return for the seasonal strawberry milk with matcha served in the cutest little strawberry cup/straw (see their Yelp for photos). Where do you go for matcha in SF? Would definitely also return with laptop in tow next time I need to post up in the City. read more

Telescope Coffee - Special of the day, love a node to Earth Day - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This was definitely a five-star Yelp find! This was the first stop on my SF matcha tour and it did not disappoint. The shop is so beautiful and naturally lit, it seems like it would be a good place to work from. I tried the earth day matcha and enjoyed it! Neither the matcha nor the blue spirulina were overpowering each other. I didn't get the hint of lavender that's mentioned on the menu but that could've just been because it's so herbal like the other two flavors and blended in. There were so many different matcha options! I got a sip of the orange matcha that had their homemade orange syrup. Absolutely delicious! I'll definitely be back. read more

Telescope Coffee - Earth day matcha - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love a bartable cafe! I had their honeycomb latte and that one was so good! It actually tastes like coffee and was not too milky. My friend had a strawberry matcha, but I would pass on their matcha. It's too milky and barely tasted like matcha. Super cute cafe! read more

Pretty decent matcha latte here!! The matcha here is quite on the less-sweet, grassy-good side (I dig it). A tad gritty (saw the barista pour from a matcha pitcher, no bamboo whisking) but not a dealbreaker. Pass on the ube cookie if you're looking for ube flavor. Pretty much tastes like a regular sugar cookie. A good crispy-chewy sugar cookie though! Lol. Chill vibes on a weekday morning with friendly staff to match. read more

Blueberry Matcha Latte. THAT IS ALL. J/K... time to hit the 5000 character max to put you asleep like Love is Blind Season 8! Opening in August 2021, Telescope Coffee is from an SF native and an alum from Eleven Madison Park (3 Michelin stars). Open for takeout and indoor dining. M E N U Coffee, espresso, tea (hot and iced), non-caffeinated, and seasonal specials. They have specially made coffee blends from Cosmic Dust, a Viet woman owned roastery from SJ. Oat and soy milk available for +$1. The owner bakes all her items. On the day I visited, they had blueberry puffs, focaccia, banana loaf, croffles, and cookies. I saw a reel with an array of over a dozen croissants but I think it was meant for another business? D R I N K * Seasonal Blueberry Matcha Latte ($7.50 + $1 oat milk): https://tinyurl.com/yr5t6ar6 One of the few places that offer this combo and it was my first time trying it...I was blown away! The housemade blueberry syrup was so good and legit tasted like biting into perfectly ripen fresh blueberries...pleasantly sweet but not too sweet. The top layer of whisked-to-order ceremonial grade matcha was strong and earthy. Together with the oat milk, they seamlessly blended together for a deliciously creamy pick-me-up. S N A C K * Sourdough Focaccia w/ tomato, rosemary, cheese ($6): https://tinyurl.com/4zbstc74 Warmed it up for several minutes in the air fryer. I enjoyed the crackly crust, dense chew, and prominent tang that was balanced by the juicy sweet tomatoes. The rosemary was aromatic and the cheese added a nice sharp bite. It was very good on its own but I had kerrygold (butter) on hand which made it bomb. S E R V I C E Friendly and prompt service (no line around weekday lunchtime). A M B I A N C E Cozy industrial vibes with a handful of tables and window counter seats. Free library and WiFi. P A R K I N G Best bet is looking for street parking a block away on 6th street towards 280 S under the overpass (across from The EndUp). Overall, wished I didn't sleep on Telescope Coffee for all these years because I thought they were only a coffeeshop (I can't drink coffee). If you're in SoMa and/or near 850 Bryant for jury duty, hit up Telescope Coffee! read more

Telescope Coffee - Seasonal Blueberry Matcha Latte ($7.50 + $1 oat milk) - SO GOOD! - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Telescope coffee is a cute coffee shop tucked away on 6th st in soma. The space is very welcoming with lots of plants, a tiny library, cute merch, and good coffee. I really like their seasonal drink selection, and for those who like matcha, they indicate the grade which is was great! They are known for their focaccia, tomato garlic rosemary. We also got a blueberry seasonal pastry to eat. My friend got the honeycomb latte and I got the cardamom iced latte. The pastry was flaky and the blueberry was a little tart/not too sweet. Loved it! The focaccia was fluffy, not greasy at all, I loved the poo if rosemary flavor. The seasonal lattes were $7-8, very good. Cardamom latte was light, and I liked the flavor, it didn't taste artificial. They had such a clean space and kind service. I would recommend for a good coffee, treat, and yap!! read more

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My coworkers and I went on the hunt for great matcha. Telescope had a special earth month lavender flavor on the menu and we were all curious about the flavor. 3 of us order the lavender matcha and the other ordered an espresso. We waited and looked around the cute, cozy cafe while waiting on our drinks. The space was brightly lit, which made it a cool place to post up and work. Our drinks came quickly and they were tasty. I do wish there was more lavender syrup in my drink but I still enjoyed it. read more

Telescope Coffee - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Pandan coconut milk ice coffee - really deep intense flavor. Good flavor. I also tried their sourdough foccacia with tomato and rosemary . Quick service . read more

Easy to find and the pastries are made from scratch. Simple menu but it has depth. Maple latte and matcha rose hit our taste buds with hay can be described in three words, de-li-cious! They are dog friendly and have a very chill vibe here. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Seating is limited inside so get here early to beat the crowds. I highly recommend this place, bring a friend, your loved ones or your furry loves! read more

Telescope Coffee - Maple latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

What a gem this quaint little cafe is! If you're looking for a place with good food and deliciously crafted drinks, this is a spot for you! Telescope does not do basic drinks or food. They're highly intentional with the way they serve food or drinks, especially if it's inspired by other culture. They got delicious ube cookies and rotations of seasonal drinks! The barista is quite friendly too and they're very friendly with customers. 20/10 would recommend read more

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I'm really happy I came across Telescope Coffee. It's located in SOMA in an area that I wouldn't usually be, but I come back because I quite like the vibes here. The space feels very warm and inviting, with plants, natural lighting, a bookshelf, etc. I also love that they host so many pop-ups here; I've been able to try several of the bakers and chefs that I follow on Instagram since they have their events here. Drinks-wise, they have flavors that I like but I think the execution is just okay. My Blueberry Matcha Latte had a good blueberry taste to it, but I couldn't taste the matcha at all. It honestly just tasted like blueberry milk; I still enjoyed it, but I've definitely had better beverages elsewhere. It's also pretty expensive--I paid nearly $9 for my drink. That being said, I will still be a regular customer since I just like the energy of this place. Their drinks might not be the best, but this is a business I like supporting. read more

Telescope Coffee - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

As I entered this café, houseplants and a neon telescope logo greeted me. Even though this spot is named Telescope Coffee, the drinks or interior (except the restroom) weren't astronomical themed. Ample stool and table seating with pop music playing in the background. One of the baristas let me know that all their food items are made in-house. Since I already ate breakfast, I just ordered the Orange Vanilla Bean Latte ($7.50). This seemed like a popular option as I saw a lot of customers order it while I was waiting for my drink. +Drinkable temperature: Hot, but doesn't burn your mouth/tongue +Creamy with a zesty orange flavor. It brought back memories of the orange push pops I had when I was younger. +Dried orange wedge and honeysuckle blossoms? were unique touches. As I sipped, I smelled the blossoms, which made for a multisensory experience. +Cute latte art -It got sweeter as I got closer to the bottom: If I return, I'll order their drinks w/less sweetness. -Cashier asked if I wanted it for here or to go but it doesn't seem like there's a difference. I said, "for here" but I received my drink in a paper cup. Side notes: 1.) Rewards: Sign up w/phone # to earn points 2.) Restroom available for customers *Verdict: Creative but pricey coffee & tea. read more

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Was craving some matcha and found this place. The shop is small with a few tables inside. The matcha latte comes unsweetened, but there's nothing special to it. The lavender matcha had a nice flavor, but it started to taste like fruit loop cereal milk. I'd say this spot is alright and there's nothing that made it stand out to me. I did like that they had a free library where you can read books from. The staff was friendly. read more

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The Earth Day matcha I had at Telescope Coffee was SO GOOD. But I was slightly disappointed by their famed focaccia? Perhaps it would have been better warmed up, but even better if they had provided this option to me as I wanted to eat it on the spot. Otherwise, the lady at the register was very friendly and gave lots of good suggestions. I ended up not going with any of her coffee suggestions at the end of the day, but she still accepted my matcha order with grace :) read more

Finally tried the new location after all these years and they never disappoint. The focaccia is literally better than my Italian granny's, and everything is freshly baked and just absolutely darling. The owner is a sweetie too. Can't wait to go back. read more

Telescope Coffee - Iced Matcha Latte w/Almond Milk - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Literally, I stumbled upon this new neighborhood shop. I really about this small, sleepy store when reading an article in our local newspaper. It is literally a block away from my office. While driving to work one morning, I found a legal parking spot right in front. A young lady walked in just before me, giving me time to study the menu and food display (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=48&select=3bsWiMJZIBewDC3JbybAoA). A few minutes later, I ordered several items to try. I started on the iced pomegranate green tea (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=8IK1YPDJD3OWGQ3kKpXnJg) when I reached my office. This was slightly fruity and a clean tasting cold drink. It was nice that it was only minimally sweet. The next morning, I put my cheese focaccia (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=8-HFdVzpXc-yvuYTnPvxHg) in the toaster oven for my breakfast; to the naked eye, one would not identify this as a foccacia. The filling (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=VTcztInaVoV5y_lmhec-tQ) was interesting as there were tomato pieces though the cheese was subtle at best. My favorite was the five spice croffle (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=2NPUFYkxSFWTs9Jp7Qv2nQ) which, when baked in the oven, was still crunchy yet not overly dry. The five spice flavor was prominent. I gifted a banana mini loaf (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=5GN1o7H4d4PztWAW8coWWg) but forgot to ask my friend for her opinion. There were several tables inside, right of the counter, many occupied when I came. There was some counter seating too. Thanks to Carly for taking my order and packing my food. I need to return to try the Cherlynn N. (https://www.yelp.com/user_details?userid=eKUGKQRE-Ywi5dY55_zChg) recommendation, that blueberry matcha latte. read more

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Came here on a Friday afternoon and it was relatively empty but with a lot of natural light. I got the Iced Pomegranate Green Tea, and it was very refreshing! It's unsweetened, which I think helps bring out the pomegranate flavor. It's not too overpowering or artificial so the fruit flavor really shines. There's free wifi here so it's nice to work inside the shop. read more

Telescope Coffee - Iced Pomegranate Green Tea - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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2 tiny coffees for $16?? Coffees are $8 each now?? This is getting out of hand. I have no issue paying for high quality drinks, but I just wasn't impressed. The pandan coconut milk drink tasted bland and I didn't know there was no espresso in it when I ordered. So it was an $8 milk? The cup size was so tiny I don't think it was even 12 oz, I think it was a 10z. I also ordered the honeycomb latte which was decent but again paying $8 for this feels like a crime I'm sorry! The staff was also not that friendly or helpful. I didn't feel like the value and taste was there for what I'm paying. I wouldn't return for that reason. read more

Telescope Coffee - Honeycomb latte and pandan coconut milk - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Adorable coffee shop near downtown San Fran. I got the cherry vanilla cold foam iced coffee and 5 spice croffle. Both were delicious. I loved the how savory 5 spice tasted in the sweet croffle. It's kinda of crumbly, so beware when you're eating it. The shop itself is really cute. It's small, with a few tables for people to work and they have lots of plants! I believe it's family owned and the staff were super kind. My drink was delicious, as was the matcha that my friend got which I got to taste: read more

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A cutie lil coffee shop in SoMa. I would pass it up as I'm driving into the city from 6th St exit and finally made a stop in. I was on the way to a patient's house taking a lyft and had some time to kill. I ordered the matcha rose latte and got a cute foccacia. I thought parking would be horrendous but I was able to find parking twice in the same day. Story time: Came back a few weeks ago to pick up my pre-ordered pandan banana cream pie for thanksgiving. I ordered the pandan coconut milk with matcha, absolutely delicious. I think I found my go-to drink here. Drove to my next patient and came back to the shop about 30 minutes later because my puppy got to the pie and ate half of it in 10-15 minutes. I contemplated on not going back, but I waited for that pie for 3 weeks and I really wanted to taste it. I got the last pie they had available. The pie was so good. I wish it was available more often so I could buy it! Nice quaint coffee shop, plenty of seating, nice staff. Still more drinks I want to try! read more

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Came in about an hour before closing and had a great experience. The drinks were prepared quickly, and the staff was warm and friendly. There was a good amount of seating available, and I noticed several people working on their laptops, making it seem like a nice spot to get work done. Drinks Ordered: Rose Latte (9/10): Delicious with a lovely rose flavor, but definitely on the sweeter side. Flat White: My friend ordered this, and it was his first time trying a flat white, so we don't have a point of comparison--but he seemed to enjoy it! read more

Telescope Coffee - Hot rose latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

We randomly stumbled across this place when looking for coffee. I'm normally apprehensive of spots where their drinks just look Instagram-y, but I was reading the reviews and people actually enjoyed their drinks here. I went with the pandan coconut milk with matcha and it was delicious. My girlfriend got the blueberry milk matcha and that was the most realistic tasting blueberry flavor I've had in a drink. People working here are also super kind and the place is small and cute. read more

On today's cafe stop I'm trying two new interesting drinks! The first is a cherry foam cold brew that has a nice creamy and tart flavor. My favorite ended being the second drink which is an orange vanilla bean matcha latte. Both were great in their respective profile flavors and def kept me caffeinated. They also have fresh pastries made in house for a yummy snack! The vibes were very chill with some indoor seating and the service was friendly. read more

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I stumbled upon this place as I dropped my car off nearby and wanted to kill time. The location isn't off the Main Street and on a Monday 10 AM it was busy with 2-3 groups working chatting/working inside. The inside dosent feel cozy enough to spend hours there for me personally - but is a good place to catch up. I'm pretty new to matcha and this was the first place I was brave enough to try a flavored matcha latte. I love rose syrup and they had just the drink for me. If you like your matcha more potent in the matcha latte this is the place for you. The rose flavor went beautifully with the matcha. It was definitely on the sweeter side. Excited to try their coffee in the future too. read more

Telescope Coffee - Rose matcha latte and lavender matcha latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

The times they are a changing. 6.50 for a cappuccino in not my idea of the best neighborhood (high rents / lease) seems a little aggressive and the coffee was not great. Also, the guy taking the order was not so nice either. Can find better spots. read more