This may be the best iced coffee I've ever had. What a spot on dial, the flavor was popping! Kind baristas, they are really locked in! read more

The Coffee Movement - Earl geryhound and Iced house /Nativo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Found this place close to my hotel so decided to give them a try. I got the seasonal drink and I thought it was good. Very small little shop and no inside dining. They do have a few seating outside. I also tried the orange pistachio muffin and I thought it was a nice little muffin. Not overly sugary. read more

The Coffee Movement - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ordered: Iced Vanilla Rosemary Latte (~$6): espresso, milk, and seasonal vanilla syrup infused with rosemary and juniper Cortado (~$4) Aya's take: I love when a coffee shop knows what they're doing, and The Coffee Movement is proof of that! First off, the staff is super friendly & warm. Second, it's a pretty small cafe with a cool aesthetic but definitely meant for a grab & go. I got the Iced Vanilla Rosemary Latte which was terrific. The espresso was bold & balanced, the vanilla rosemary enhanced every sip with flavor, and it was smooth & creamy overall. The Cortado was also well executed. Really well done! This is probably my favorite coffee shop I've had in the Bay so far; highly recommend checking them out! read more

The Coffee Movement - Iced Vanilla Rosemary Latte (~$6) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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San Francisco always sees a ton of movement; with the taxis, pedestrians, bike messengers, autonomous vehicles, trolleys, cable cars, and in this case, coffee! This takes me none other to "The Coffee Movement", a very popular community-based coffee shop that actually dates back to 2016. And some might say, how did they get their name? Well, the founders of this place actually began as a mobile cafe in the back of an vintage VW Bus; hence the name "movement". And the rest is history. This is one of two locations in San Francisco; one is in the Richmond District and the one I am reviewing here is in Chinatown. Located directly on Washington St and in between Mason & Powell St's, The Coffee Movement has been serving their local craft-style coffee dating back to 2019. I came here during the morning on Saturday 2/14/2026 at around 9:30am. Just a heads up that if you plan on driving here, I would avoid doing so at all costs as finding a parking spot is virtually non-existent. However, they do have respectable hours of operation being open weekdays from 7am-2pm and weekends from 7am-4pm. As I made my way to the main entrance, I waited in line with roughly 15 customers ahead of me. However, the line moved quickly and as I made my way inside of the business, I noticed how open, well-lit, and airy the entire atmosphere was. The employees also had a very chill laid back vibe as the entire environment was super casual. Menu is also simple with a small variety of coffee, tea, matcha, seasonal, and signature beverages. Finally, they carry a small pastry selection including cookies, muffins, Danishes, and croissants. Since I was saving my appetite for lunch, I only ordered a drink which was their "Vanilla Lavender Latte". I chose whole milk as my base while the drink itself includes seasonal vanilla syrup with honey and lavender. What I really enjoyed is how excellent the customer service was at this place. The young man asked how my day was going which made me feel like a regular customer of this small business. My latte was above average but just not enough for the price I paid. Either way, "The Coffee Movement" is an above average coffeeshop that locals and out-of-towners will enjoy. My rating, four stars. read more

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Iced mocha - drink was smooth but coffee/chocolate flavor was very weak, thought drink was watered down Rosemary vanilla latte (seasonal) - was a bit afraid it'll like turkey but rosemary was very subtle, requested for additional sweetener and I thought this didn't do much to the drink, again tasted watered down Came at 11AM and there was a line outside but it moved really quick. Staff friendly and drinks came out super quick. There's a restroom but no inside/outdoor seatings, only a couple of standing tables outside that's gives a great view of cable cars!! read more

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This coffee shop is tucked away in Nob Hill but it's definitely worth stopping by!! The baristas are just 10/10 in making our drinks! I had a pour over from Black and White Colombia beans and my dad got the cocoa cappuccino. Both were smooth, flavorful, and well-prepared! The notes of my pour over were watermelon and bubblegum and I literally was able to taste those notes. My dad also really enjoyed his cocoa cappuccino as we were walking around the neighborhood. Definitely will be back again to try other pour overs and drinks!! read more

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Any uphill walk is worth it for a great cup of coffee on a gorgeous morning. I've been skipping my usual Americano for single origin and Coffee Movement was serving three different coffees at the time of my visit. I opted for a coffee from Dak on ice, no sugar or dairy. The nice thing about Coffee Movement's iced coffee is that they had a chilled bottle of brewed coffee on standby for iced drinks, as opposed to brewing a pour over and then diluting it with ice. My coffee was poured right in front of me with no downtime. The coffee from Dak turned out to be called Pink Floyd, roasted from red bourbon berries in Colombia by Jhoan Vergara. It's an anerobic washed coffee that had notes of pink gummies! That was so insane. Coffee Movement seems to operate paper-free. I had spilled some coffee on the outdoor standing table and while there were no paper napkins available, an employee came out to wipe down my mess and briefly chat about my drink of choice. Overall this tiny spot is a great outpost for coffee brewed by great people. read more

The best cappuccino I've had in SF. Incredibly smooth with zero bitterness or harsh acidity. Super fragrant and well balanced. They use Straus barista milk, which micro-foams beautifully and adds a natural sweetness that really shines. The beans they use are excellent and clearly high quality. Bonus points for the cable cars rolling by out front. Makes for genuinely epic photos while you sip. read more

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Incredible service!! The baristas were super friendly and making casual convo, but still very speedy with quality latte art. They accidentally made one of our lattes with regular milk instead of oat milk, but they didn't hesitate to remake both drinks, not just that one! The latte suited my personal taste--not sour or bitter and pretty mild. I got the vanilla rosemary latte, which frankly I could barely taste the rosemary and even less so the vanilla, but still a delicious latte. I'd probably get a regular latte or cappuccino next time and just focus on appreciating the quality of the coffee itself. I heard that there's usually a line during the day, but maybe because it's holiday season, there was barely a wait at ~2pm on Saturday. Lucky us! read more

The Coffee Movement - vanilla rosemary latte and regular latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Visited The Coffee Movement yesterday. It's a very small spot with no indoor seating or restroom--just an outdoor standing area and a small bench. I ordered an Americano which is roasted at Saint Frank Coffee as their house blend, and it was incredibly smooth and delicious. They offer oat milk only as non dairy option. The only downside was that I wish the coffee had been a bit hotter. That said, the staff were absolutely wonderful--so kind and welcoming. If I'm ever in the area again, I'd definitely stop by. CC accepted read more

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Don't go to the Coffee Movement looking for a vente frap. Do go if you're after quality coffee. I've been visiting for flavorful, well made cappuccinos since I lived up the hill in 2018, and tCM + Saint Frank are the only two things I miss about living in the area. Service is your typical small coffee shop in a big city -- they get to know/chat up their regulars, but otherwise minimal interaction. There is no inside seating/eating, but skinn parklet in front did the job for us. There were even two newspaper to catch up on the news if you so please. Love when the cable cars goes by. If you have a coffee lover coming from out of town, definitely worth a stop! (Don drive, talk to cable car or walk up from Chinatown muni station.) read more

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I've finally tried The Coffee Movement after hearing good things from friends, and I'm so glad I did. They have fantastic coffee and really good, minimalist vibes. I tried their cocoa cappuccino, and my husband tried their quick filter. Both coffees were great examples of their brew. The quick filter had fruity notes without being too tart, and the espresso in the cappuccino had caramel-y notes that paired well with the milk. (Unfortunately, I forgot to ask which beans they used for both.) Plus, the dusting of cocoa powder on the cappuccino was a nice twist. It added a pleasantly bitter flavor note that enhanced the rest of the drink. Even with the small cafe space and a long line, the staff were friendly and welcoming. They were also pretty efficient, since we only waited about 10 min from when we got into the line to when we ordered, and only a couple minutes thereafter for our drinks. read more

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Honestly I could not be more disappointed. I Had ordered a double espresso latte, the beans they use are high quality, and taste delicious. But honestly who doesn't have sugar or honey? They only have simple syrup, and they have to pour it. Also the staff are quite aloof, they seemed confused. I wish they would have given me some honey. Also they weren't friendly really... but the place was clean... read more

The derive was good, I ordered a flight of 3 different coffees, all drip, each one of them tasted different and the notes were distinct for each coffee. The service is fast and the barista is patient with the order. Would highly recommend for coffee lovers, The queue may look longer but it moves fast. read more

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Cute but crowded. The line doesn't take too long and there are some spots for sitting or standing and sharing your drinks with your friends right out front. However, people tend to park at these spots for quite a while, so don't count on finding a place for yourself. The staff is friendly and ordering is relatively simple. There are several staff members available to help you and they are very efficient as it is a very small space. The coffee itself is amazingly, smooth and delicious. Our group tried some seasonal favorites, including a cocoa cappuccino, mocha latte, and some standard like a regular latte and a cappuccino. This is a great San Francisco treat! read more

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Simple menu to the point great service great coffee. I wish they had more locations unfortunately I believe they have one other location in town. It's usually either way, but worth the diversion. read more

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Love the coffee at The Coffee Movement, consistently great quality. The baristas are super friendly and make the experience even better. read more

The Coffee Movement - cocoa cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Didn't see the OG staff members this time around. Wondering if they're at their newest location to help get it started? I'm glad my favorite drink is still part of the seasonal offering. I did noticed the coffee cream soda changed a little bit. They used to offer a healthy amount of that coconut cream topping and a large piece of that orange zest. Flavorwise.. it's the same as the memories and that's the important part. Didn't set up my phone in time to get a good shot of the cable car passing by so don't judge the pics. read more

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After ordering the orange cream latte, I was wondering why they had a line out the door because this literally was just a cup of milk with a very subtle hint of orange. There's no coffee taste. I believe the line is out the door because there's really no room to stand inside, except for 2-4 people at most to order and wait for the drinks. After drinking the iced orange infused milk, I asked the gentlemen in front how much coffee is in this drink and in a monotone, slightly annoyed look on his face he replied just one shot of espresso. I wasted $7 on milk.. disappointed and will not be coming back. read more

The Coffee Movement - Orange Cream Latte - basically just milk, look at that color... - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a lot of people's favorite coffeeshop and while the parking situation is horrendous (on a hill in Chinatown right in front of a cable car stop LOL) and the lines always long, I can see why! The baristas are quite efficient so the line isn't as bad as it seems unless it's stretching across the entire block. The Coffee Movement definitely cares about the quality of their beans and the expertise that goes into crafting a latte. I tried their seasonal vanilla spice latte and it was very good! Not too sweet at all and extremely smooth. They only offer oat milk as the dairy alternative but it's Ghost Town Oats - while compact and primarily a to-go spot, you can tell quality matters! read more

While in SF, my sister and I stopped by this location on two different occasions. I've tried the seasonal Hot Orange Cream Latte ($6) - espresso, milk, vanilla syrup infused with orange zest. 4/5 stars. My sister also ordered this drink iced and it's much better hot in my opinion as the hint of orange is more prominent. The latte art is very pretty and the foam is extremely smooth. I've also tried the Cappuccino ($4). 4/5 stars. The coffee flavor is more prominent than in the latte and it's very smooth and easy to drink. It's slightly smaller than the latte and serves as the perfect little pick me up. read more

The Coffee Movement - Cappuccino- $4 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Wow wow wow what an incredible experience. So personable, great attention to detail, beautiful atmosphere, kind knowledge baristas, making this experience so enjoyable. The drinks were absolutely phenomenal too oh my -- the espresso mule and cocoa cappuccino so phenomenal and perfect. I want to come back for more! Everyone was very kind and incredibly sweet. I didn't feel rushed or anything at all, thank you for your kindness. read more

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I don't think you'll be disappointed!!! This little cafe serves deliciously complex and unique coffee. I ordered the house blend (Honduras) and I was pleasantly blown away. It was exactly as it was described with smooth notes of chocolate that made me want more and more. My daughter ordered the Vanilla Spice Latte that she loved and icing on the cake was the vegan pistachio muffin - YUMMY! The cafe is small so eating and drinking inside isn't an option but the service is fast & friendly. We didn't mind standing outside with our drinks before hitting the road for our next adventure. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in town. read more

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Lovely Coco Cappuccino!!! This is my fav drink from here. Quality dark chocolate powder, never get enough of this cappuccino. X read more

It's summer time and that means their orange cream latte and orange cream soda is back :) Hands down one of the top 3 BEST coffee in SF. I've been coming here for years now and love their consistency and vibe. It's a small coffee spot, cute and cozy but really reminds me of the amazing coffee spots in Japan and Korea. There's still no indoor seating but that doesn't stop crowds from gathering out front on the bench or standing sidewalk counters to enjoy their caffeine. read more

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Friendly and casual neighborhood spot. The pastries are very good; the black sesame kouign aman and the ham & cheese croissant were both great. This place doesn't allow indoor dining, so keep in mind on bad weather days. read more

The Coffee Movement in Chinatown, San Francisco is a small but standout café known for its high-quality brews, minimalist design, and welcoming vibe. It's a go-to spot for me and I highly recommend it to any coffee enthusiasts who appreciate carefully crafted drinks. Sometimes the line is long but my experiences have not been too bad. read more

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I heard good things - and this spot lived up to the hype! I got espresso. The Prodigal (Brazil & Colombia) and the Dak (Ethiopia). Both were perfectly executed with great taste and texture - 5/5. Prodigal: Bright, acidic and not bitter or burnt. Great crema, creamy texture, and bold flavor. I tasted citrus and some sweetness - probably the apricot/sweet tea from the tasting notes. Dak: Very fruit-forward smell and flavor. Cherry and berry notes came through very well. Less acidic than the Prodigal, with equally great texture and crema. My favorite of the two. Bonus: They also made a kiddo latte - which my son enjoyed. read more

The Coffee Movement - Espresso (left to right) - Dak (Ethiopia) & Prodigal (Brazil and Columbia) Kiddo latte (top) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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They just opened a new location and I'm so happy about it! I can't say enough good things about The Coffee Movement. It's clearly the go-to spot in SF for a reason. Delicious coffee with a rotating menu, incredibly sweet and cool staff that keep the line moving quickly, all within the most beautifully and carefully decorated coffee shops. Their decor could be in a magazine so huge kudos to their interior decorator. This will forever be the go-to cafe anytime anyone from LA visits me or I need a good coffee in the city. read more

The Coffee Movement - Iced matcha latte, cocoa cappuccino, vanilla latte, orange cream soda - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I got the vanilla spice latte, a seasonal drink, recommended to me by the nice barista. It was pretty good, I understand the hype for this place and you get a pretty good view of the cable cars passing by. Would recommend again! read more

The Coffee Movement - Vanilla spice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Got in line outside at 9:37 AM on a Friday, and had drinks in hand by 9:52. Oat milk cocoa cappuccino had good flavor but was unfortunately a little watery. Hot filter was amazing though - they had a DAK yuzu and it was sooo good. read more

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Good coffee and great customer service! The coffee was smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced. The staff was friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot I'd come back to! read more

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Love the simple coffee shop, short menu. Some seasonal drinks are definitely adventurous in my opinion, like espresso mule. The employees are super nice and engaging while making your drink. The layout is great since the store is so tiny. Although there is a line, it is pretty fast. My go to is cappuccino cocoa ($4.75)! Their house blend is from Saint Frank which is medium roast that contains some cherry and chocolate notes, I can definitely taste the notes in my drink. Cappuccino has a decent layer of smooth foam, but not too foamy which is awesome. Overall, a great cup of coffee to start off the day! read more

The Coffee Movement - Cappuccino cocoa - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Good coffee but nothing specially stood out to me as above standard? On par with other places in SF like your andytown or verve etc. Maybe im not aware of what exactly the hype is for but as most places get a 4/5 here this too but not extra special read more

Long overdue review, definitely one of my go to coffee spots in the city. Love their seasonal lattes especially the ginger spice latte. The service here is always friendly and drinks are consistent. There is no seating inside, but I usually like to pick up coffee here and walk down to washington square park or take a scenic walk to abacus row for some window shopping:) read more

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This coffee establishment is popular & I think I would have enjoyed it had I chosen the right coffee. I tried a rosemary vanilla coffee, and it ended up being way too herby tasting for me. I think I was expecting it to be a bit lighter like the lavender varieties. read more

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If it were just based on the drink I'd give 5 stars. I got the slow drip for $10 which is expensive but y'know, might as well try it. It does live up to the hype and was bursting with flavor and fruity notes. Taking away 2 stars because of my horrendous experience with the lid lol. It kept leaking and I got coffee stains all over my pants and white shirt. I ended up just drinking it without a lid while we were walking. read more

The Coffee Movement - Slow drip - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Absolutely lovely place for coffee nerds. Their tasting flight has a great selection of a wide variety of coffee to really help showcase the range coffee has. They give you a dark, medium, and light roast. When I went, the dark roast was more nutty while the light roast was a very fun and fruity coffee. They also sell beans from high quality roasters like Dak and Black and White. Don't expect any seating though. They have a couple of standing room area inside but most of the standing room is out on the street. The baristas are very nice, knowledgeable, and efficient. Will definitely come back to try more of their drinks! read more

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The Coffee Movement is a very cute, tiny coffee shop near Chinatown. Even on an early, sleepy Sunday morning, there was a line out the door. To be fair, the shop has a capacity of about four, so the line is to be expected. It does move quickly though, and the baristas inside are whizzes at precisely and quickly making latte art. They have a very small menu, with some classics written up on the wall inside, and their seasonal menu on a banner outside. I got the hot vanilla rosemary latte with oat milk and it was a unique and delicious experience. I'm no coffee connoisseur but the fragrant rosemary paired well with the coffee. Overall a delicious pick-me-up and a strong start to my day. I'd love to come back and try their other seasonal specials! read more

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Came to grab coffee on a Sunday morning with a couple of friends and while there was a line as always, it moves quickly and we were soon greeted by the super friendly baristas. I tried the espresso tonic this time for a lighter drink with milk and loved the mix of espresso with tonic water and lime! The lime gives it a really refreshing feel and they add an extra shot of espresso for a kick! Such a great coffee shop with a pick-me-up, the only downside is that they don't have any seating and there's just a standing bar outside. read more

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