Food is fresh. I learned that they bring some dishes periodically directly from Turkey.

Two Dibek coffees for 14 bucks! The place is bougie like that but so is the neighborhood this coffee shop is located in! Coffee was good though ngl We didn't order any food since this was our post dinner wake me up beverage and it did just that with its high quality coffee! Only reason I am giving them a four is for how expensive a cuppa Joe is at this place. They should run some deals or offers from time to time! read more

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Telve is an absolute gem! This is truly the perfect place for a peaceful coffee break and bite. Their menu offers a wide variety and their treats are beautiful looking- I wish I had gotten one! They have nice tables and outlets, a perfect place to do some quiet work. It is a cozy space but so lovely. Definitely worth a try if you want a cute cozy cafe with lots of options for food and drink (including healthy choices too!) I am officially obsessed and will definitely be back! read more

Telve Cafe - Iced Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Life is too short to drink bad coffee...and coffee is the answer, no matter what the question was...At Telve Coffee, you can really enjoy a nice cup coffee or tea and find serenity, relaxation and solutions to your questions... Telve Cafe is a unique and beautiful Turkish coffee shop right in the heart of San Francisco...You can also find lots of goodies, delights and sweets..Telve brings the Turkish culture, hospitality and friendship to the city as well...A cup of coffee commits one to forty years of friendship..The memory of a good cup of Turkish coffee lasts 40 years...Merhaba! Hoşgeldiniz.. read more

Telve Cafe - Enjoying a nice, hot Turkish tea and watching the friends playing backgammon in front of Telve... - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was impressed of how Turkish coffee is brewing on hot sand is a unique method where a special cezve (coffee pot) filled with finely ground coffee and water is placed in a pan filled with heated sand. This process provides an even and consistent heat, contributing to a rich and flavorful brew. The sand acts as a heat insulator, preventing burning and allowing for control over the brewing temperature. We tried the Almond Baklava, The Almond Cream and The Pistachio Baklava and the one was our favorite of all the them. The service is wonderful, we got a great explanation of the way of brewing and why. Definitely recommend if you are a coffee lover. read more

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3.5/5 Cute Turkish cafe in the Marina! The vibes are very homey; they have amazing natural lighting, woody/green interior. They have decent seating with tables inside and outside. The wifi is solid! They have a large variety of drinks with Turkish tea blends. I got a hot Pistachio Latte (a bit overpriced for $8) and a baklava (yummy)! The latte was alright and it did have pistachio crumbs on the top but overall the drink was alright like not strong enough of a taste. read more

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Fantastic Turkish coffee and delicious Turkish treats. Awesome service. This is my new place to be.

What a cozy and welcoming spot! It is exactly the kind of place you want to stumble upon for an afternoon treat. My spouse and I shared the pistachio and cream and saffron Turkish delights, and they were truly special: not too sweet, delicately chewy, and full of rich, fragrant flavor. The saffron one especially stood out as it had a subtle, floral taste which was beautifully balanced. I ordered the mint & lemon tea, which was refreshing and soothing, with just the right harmony between citrusy brightness and cooling mint. My spouse had the mastic coffee, which I got to taste and it was super strong, earthy, and slightly resinous. It was bold on its own but paired perfectly with the Turkish delights. The atmosphere is just lovely with great decor, vibrant colors, and a vibe that invites you to slow down and enjoy the moment. The staff were friendly and made us feel right at home. All in all, a beautiful little café that feels like a hidden gem. read more

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This was such a cute cafe that I accidentally stumbled upon while walking around looking for a place to sit for a bit. I was definitely drawn in by the window display of Turkish sweets. It was later in the afternoon and we were looking for non-caffeinated drinks so we shared a winter tea and some baklava, although I definitely want to come back to try the Turkish coffee some day. The area itself is super cozy and the guy working behind the counter was friendly and patient to explain all their different offerings. When we finished with our tea and snacks I couldn't help but buy a box of sweets to take home. We ended up getting probably 8 or 9 different ones and they were all amazing but my favorites were the rose and pistachio cream ones. They were super unique and better than any store bought turkish delights I've ever tried. I think this spot is the perfect place to sit and catch up with some friends and just relax with a nice sweet bite and a warm drink! read more

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I had high hopes but left pretty disappointed. I visited on Saturday (1/11) and was super excited. I've been to Turkey a few times and love the sweets and Turkish delights, and I was craving some Turkish tea. The first disappointment came when they said they didn't have Turkish tea. I assume maybe it was just that day or the time we visited. I ended up ordering a flat white, a matcha latte, and some green tea. For sweets, I ordered some baklava and Turkish delight. I didn't pay too much attention, but I didn't see clear pricing for the sweets, especially when ordering just one or two of each. So, I'm not sure how they determine pricing. The flat white and latte were also among the most expensive in the city (if I'm not mistaken, they were $7 each). The drinks were pretty bad, almost close to boiling temperature milk, and they tasted nothing like what you'd expect from a good coffee shop. I snapped a photo toward the end, and you can see I left my flat white untouched because it was pretty bad (milk-to-coffee ratio, boiling milk temperature, taste, etc.). It was pretty clear they don't have experienced baristas. I probably should have ordered Turkish coffee, which they might know how to make better. Unfortunately, I'd rate the drinks 1/5. The baklava and other sweets were okay, 3/5. Given the pricing, taste, drink selection and quality, as well as the décor, my current rating is 2/5. I might go back to try the Turkish tea (assuming they'll have it next time) and coffee! read more

Telve Cafe - Pretty disappointing coffee/match drinks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Nice spot to get work done -- plenty of seating on a Wednesday late morning. Wifi is free and decent but disconnected once for me (not a huge deal). Got a hot pistachio latte which was great! Nicely sweet, creamy, and the coffee flavor was not strong, which is my preferred kind of drink. I liked the crushed pistachio on top which added texture to the drink. Was a little expensive at over $8 though. Service was good - they seem to give out free samples of tea too. read more

Telve Cafe - pistachio latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I wanted to settle down and have some tea and Turkish delights. But I had to head back home quickly, thus going for takeout. I have yet to try Borek if I were to come back to Telve Café once again. I had Turkish delights before, and they might stick my teeth like glue which wasn't bad. So it all came down to buying Telve's special from the herbal menu. Just plain pungent chai tea without milk and sweeteners. Not the best drink I'll have, but it's worth the health benefit. I love how Turkish people setup their café in many different ways. Take a teapot laying on a bed of extremely hot sand for instance. Looked like a scorching hot desert in the middle of Sahara. Very amazing to watch! Customer service went smoothly, so it's good to see what I'm willing to try the next time I visit Telve Café. read more

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I love Telve! The owners are so nice, the treats are delicious and the decor is very well done. I highly recommend their apple tea, it's one of the best hot sweet (semi sweet) drinks I've had. It's a great addition to the neighborhood and a great place to work from. Can't wait to return! read more

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My new favorite spot in the city for a delicious and legit Turkish Coffee! I love all the options they have and can't wait to try everything on their menu! I personally love their Mastic Coffee and love how rich it is even though I'm normally not a coffee person. They also have several dessert options and I adore their chocolate baklava since it's not too sweet. Their rose Turkish delight is also one of my favorites. I know this will be one of my go to spots in the city now! There is limited seating but the atmosphere in the cafe is so nice that it's worth the wait. The employees are also so kind and helpful that it really adds to the experience. read more

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Amazing! My husband and I have been visiting many different coffee shops in the city and our absolute faves are the turkish coffee shops. We walked into Telve this morning and the owner was so welcoming, friendly and provided outstanding service. We ordered turkish coffee and tea and both were delicious. They also had samples of turkish delights and I tried a few and they were delicious. We also ordered their baklava and it is absolutely delicious. Stop by and pay them a visit! You wont regret it. read more

Telve Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

The experience wasn't horrible, it's just wasn't for me. Came here on my birthday bakery crawl because it was getting heavily featured. Kudos to their marketing skills. Wasn't too excited about their drinks selections. They had a sign outside with featured drinks which looked promising, but unless you memorized it you wouldn't remember to inquiry because it was not advertised inside. I got the cardamon coffee and the bf got the turkish coffee. We also got one pistachio turkish delight and a baklava. First of all beautiful Chinaware and great interior design. The cardamon coffee was okay. I didn't really get the cardamon and it was more of the residuals of the coffee at the bottom of the cup. I never had turkish delights before so maybe it's not for me. It was super dense and hard to eat. It felt like I was just eating bland gelatin. The baklava was a thumb sized piece and it wasn't very flavorful either. Metered street parking. The man that helped us was really nice. They have a ton of options for turkish delights. Pricing was okay, I think on the high side, but I guess that's SF pricing. If turkish delights are your faves, then it's your place. Honestly, I wouldn't recommend, but maybe try at your own risk. read more

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Okay, it's nothing special and kind of expensive. It's mainly atmosphere--has wifi, good tables to do work, charger ports. But I got the MOCHA BERRY and TURKISH PANINI and the total was $19 and it was expensive for mediocre experience. I liked the drink because it tasted like coffee and it has a very cute fruity scent but the sandwich was mainly just grilled cheese with some (minimal) slices of meat. Good place to study and do work. It also closes late! read more

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the ambiance in here was incredible -- super cozy and the fragrance of the Turkish coffees being made over sand really make this the perfect spot to escape the rain and cold. I got both the cardamom coffee and the lavender latte. The cardamom coffee came in a really ornate cup and was really strong and rich, and the lavender syrup in the latte was the perfect amount (not to florally) read more

Telve Cafe - Cardamom Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

really delicious baklava, and a great turkish coffee experience. the outdoor seating is also a vibe, but limited.

Food, service, atmosphere, everything is amazing. Love this place. They have traditional Turkish delights that are different than those cube ones. These delights are so much better! You can have different types of Turkish coffees cooked in the sand. And of course tea! I'm addicted to tea and love the Turkish tea here. Also, as Turkish, this is the first place that I had sucuklu tost (Turkish panini) in the US and it was exactly the same as how they make it in Turkey. The staff is very friendly and service is excellent. 10/10! P.S. if you wanna work/study, they have WiFi as well :) read more

Telve Cafe - Turkish coffee and Turkish delights - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Super friendly greeting! Cozy and warm ambience. Delicacies galore to pick from or sample them all. Picked the baklava: pistachio, walnut, hazelnut, and a slice of the pie to go with a latte. The Baklava was yum especially the pistachio and hazelnut! read more

Telve Cafe - Baklava: pistachio, walnut, hazelnut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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After dinner near by, I left it up to my wife to decide between this Turkish dessert place or the gelato place. My wife absolutely loves ice cream so it was much to my surprise that she chose this place. But I am very glad she did. Even before we entered, we were greeted by a gorgeous window display of the Turkish delight desserts. Upon entering I was in awe at all the beautiful things, from the inviting woodwork and thoughtful layout of the place, the gorgeous glass mosaic chandeliers with its incredible detail and vibrant bright colors. Everything about this place is very beautiful and unique. My wife and I chose to have a variety of four Turkish delights, and I asked them to choose the most popular favors for us, and we each had a Turkish coffee. Everything was so delicious! Both my wife and I loved the honey flavored dessert, so if there was any that I would say is a must try, it would be that! This place is fantastic and I highly recommend it!!! read more

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I've been here several times, including yesterday and they're consistently good. I usually order the dirty matcha with oatmilk, and appreciate it when you can taste a healthy portion of matcha. Their pastries are also good. The vibe of the place is relaxing and the service is friendly. read more

Telve Cafe instantly transported me back to Turkey with its authentic flavors, stunning decor, and warm hospitality! The colorful, intricate tile tables set the perfect Mediterranean vibe. I ordered Turkish coffee, and it came in the most beautifully ornate silver set such a special touch that made the whole experience feel luxurious and traditional. The coffee itself was rich, bold, and perfectly brewed, just like how it should be. I also tried their baklava, and wow it was absolutely delicious! Flaky, perfectly sweet, and fresh, served beautifully on a rustic plate alongside shiny silverware. Every bite melted in my mouth. The atmosphere here is charming, cozy, and truly feels like a little piece of Istanbul right in San Francisco. Whether you're coming for breakfast, dessert, or just coffee, Telve Cafe is a hidden gem you must visit. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Such a cute cafe with delicious treats and coffee. I took one bite of their sliced baklava and told my husband to go back and order a box! It may be a good thing that we live about an hour away from this place or else my waistline would be in trouble! Must try!! read more

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Love supporting new small businesses, so checked this place out this weekend!! Such a cute space and a great location - good hours too, open till 10pm and I love a nice late night coffee... I just came back from a trip to Turkey and this reminds me of all the coffee shops there. I got the signature latte which was perfect and not too sweet! Special shoutout to the owners - they are so nice and welcoming, and make you want to stay there all day. Also it's a great space to work if you need to. Will be back this week :) Go support!! read more

Telve Cafe - Bar area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The most delicious Turkish Delights I've ever had! People behind the counter were so sweet and let us taste a bunch to help us decide what we wanted to buy! We walked in just to drink some tea and walked away with a whole bunch of Turkish delight because it was too good to walk away from! The tea was wonderful too and they even refilled with hot water once it was over so the two of us got about 5 cups between us! Very aesthetic little cafe with the best service! read more

Telve Cafe - Decor - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Fresh and delicious Turkish delights. Many varieties to choose from.. nice neighborhood to explore other nearby shops

I wanted to share a quick note about my recent visit. I stopped by for a coffee before work and asked for a drip coffee, but since it wasn't available, I was offered an Americano. I agreed, but wasn't informed that it would be made using Turkish coffee beans. im a big fan of Turkish coffee I enjoy Turkish coffee in its traditional form, it doesn't really work the same when prepared as an Americano. It wasn't Turkish coffee, and it wasn't really an Americano either ,more like something in between. The result was a very light drink closer to water with a hint of coffee rather than the strong, dark Americano I was expecting. For $7 with tip, I was hoping for a stronger cup. Unfortunately, I couldn't drink it and ended up throwing it away. It left a bit of a negative impression, It would really help to let customers know if the coffee is not made with standard espresso or drip beans, or at least offer to make it a bit darker with an extra shot. Normally, I'd leave a 2- or 3-star review for this kind of experience, but since you're new to the neighborhood, I wanted to leave a feedback to improve your service instead. Wishing you the best and good luck with your business. read more

Best coffee in town! Service is amazing. The vibe is nice there too. Perfect to chill or work.

The owner is extremely kind, and treats all guests in the cafe like they are at home. This is a great place to go on a date, spend time, get work done, or decompress after a stressful day at work. The menu is exceptional and authentic. I highly suggest visiting, whether you're touring San Francisco, or a local! read more

The server didn't wash or change his gloves when he took out trash. It ruined my experience. Too bad as this place has potential.

Baklava was such a highlight. The waiter said it was the best he could find outside Istanbul and I'd agree! Turkish coffees made authentically. Was hard acoustically because could hear music from outside which clashed with the music playing inside. read more

Telve Cafe - Turkish coffee and baklava - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great local spot with delicious tea. Stopped in to get a tea. Tea itself was watery, but the service is the big flag. I'm an AfAm woman who ordered from the Hispanic woman at the counter--and tipped before sitting down. I'd watched the woman take a drink to a young white man next to the counter once it was ready. However, when my drink was ready, she called me to come get it. About 15 minutes later, I watched her take a drink to a white woman. Then 30 minutes later, she took the next drink to an Asian woman. read more

We went here for breakfast. They were out of many items and did not tell us until the food came and was missing quite a bit of what should have been part of the Turkish breakfast. It was a poor value for money. There was only one person working here and he was completely unapologetic about not providing our food as ordered. read more

This is such a cozy and intentionally thought out place. From the various delicious flavors of turkish delight and drinks to the beautiful ceramics, storefront displays, and interior to the lovely service, I have fallen in love with this shop. I will definitely be back again soon! read more

Telve Cafe - latte, mulberry and rose pistachio turkish delight - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

quiet space cheap travel to Turkey for the morning amazing sweets fresh ones good Turkish coffee and decor read more

Very cute Turkish spot in the city with traditional desserts and sweets. Had a nice pistachio latte here. read more

Telve Cafe - pistachio latte and tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

My favorite cafe to spend time in! Everyone who works there is so kind and attentive. I especially love the Almond Cream Turkish delight and Matcha latte. I love how they release new sweet treats frequently, too. The owner, Fatih, does an exceptional job. Can't wait to stop by again ... and again :) read more

I come here to study and I love how calming it is. My favorite is the matcha latte made by this one specific guy that always works there when I am there!! read more