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    The Mill

    4.0 (1.5k reviews)

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    avocado toast
    Julie M.

    Solid cafe in Nopa with ample natural lighting, an aesthetic shelf of goods for sale, and a good amount of seating, making this a nice place to catch up with a friend or work. Service was friendly :) I loved the ricotta cardamom bun! It was very fluffy, not toooo sweet, and the cardamom was not overpowering as it can often be in cardamom baked goods. The avocado toast was solid and I enjoyed their sourdough bread, though I'd probably skip this next time. The cappuccino was quite acidic / on the sour side which I personally don't like, but maybe others could enjoy. Would return to try more of their pastries and bask in the sunlight!

    Lemon ricotta toast + iced latte with simple syrup
    Maddie L.

    Ordered an iced latte and a lemon ricotta toast. Iced latte- 3/5: my normal go to is a vanilla iced latte. They don't have flavored syrups which is fine, so I got an iced latte with simple syrup. The coffee was good, nothing crazy. It was pretty small. Lemon ricotta toast- 2/5: I liked the toast, definitely something more unique and the texture is there. The toast itself also gives a strong kind of grainy/nutty taste. I disliked the jam but just a personal preference since it tasted like apple to me and I don't like apple flavored dishes. I expected the toast to be more on the sweet side. I just think the taste is not for me. But I would try the other flavored toasts. Seating & ambience: there are good amount of seats and super spacious shop. It was quite busy even between 4-5pm (near closing). Overall, there was nothing too impressive but still a solid coffee shop and unique toast options. Loved the ambience though!

    Where you order and get coffee
    Anthony N.

    Very good coffee. Delicious toasts, especially the avocado. Perhaps the best in sf. Nice interior but a bit chaotic/hard to sit Good location near Alamo park for to go coffee

    Specials of the Day 1/13/26
    Joanna T.

    Not a fan of cafes where most patrons have laptops open and are taking up all the spaces. Pretty decor in The Mill with art on the wall by local artists. They have a big community table, seats against the wall with school style armrests for coffee cups. Also small round tables generously spaced. The Mill's bread is famous as well as their pricey avocado toast. I had a matcha latte with oat milk to go ($8). Wish I could have tried some pastry or bread but honestly I can't afford more than this drink.

    Avocado toast
    Namratha P.

    Been wanting to try this place for a while and glad I got to finally try it! It's so spacious with lots of seating and love the openness of the place! They had interesting food options so I'm glad I got to try a few! We tried the avocado toast and the chocolate toast and both were yum! I got a latte and my friend got a peppermint latte and we both liked our drinks! Will be back again!

    Andrea S.

    Amazing coffee stop! I love it here so much. My second time coming since the first was so memorable! Food is amazing - we ordered the Nutella toast. Matcha is delicious here! They just do not have soy milk but hopefully soon! Great service, everyone is so friendly and beautiful minimalist decor!

    Egg in a hole
    Sonya H.

    10/10. Absolutely unbearable spot for brunch or bread. One of my friends in DC told me that I *had* to try The Mill when I moved to SF -- she would always come here every time she visited and take a few loaves of sourdough back to DC with her -- and I can absolutely see why. The bread is absurdly tasty, with a great sourdough flavor blended with the heartiness of whichever whole grain they used in your bread of choice. Their toasts are a great way to sample the bread before committing to a whole loaf, and all of the toppings are outstanding. My favorites are their hummus toast and egg in a hole, both of which feature a super thick slice of their amazing bread, toasted to perfection and layered with tons of flavor. The egg in a hole comes with a perfectly poached egg with a gorgeous runny yolk, as well as a generous slathering of herb butter. The herbs really enhance the flavor of the bread, and I love the added richness from the egg. The hummus and tomato toast is just as delicious; the hummus gives the toast a lovely richness and creaminess, and the heirloom tomatoes add a fresh, sweet, and acidic bite. It's topped with a bit of olive oil and sea salt, which further enhance all the flavors. The toasts are undeniably expensive at $12-$20 each, but they're so very worth it. If you're not in a bread mood, they also have a ton of delicious pastries! I've only tried my classic chocolate croissant -- which was wonderfully buttery, flakey, and chocolatey -- but they have many other options, ranging from the classics to some more unique selections. For coffee, they're partnered with (or maybe a sister company of?) Four Barrel Coffee Roasters, so you can order their beautifully roasted beans here too. The espresso is wonderful on its own -- I love their americanos -- or in latte form. It can get extremely crowded here, especially on the weekends, so I'd either try to get here quite early or be prepared for a decently long wait, both to order and to find a spot to sit. There's a good amount of seating, including the usual small tables and chairs, a giant communal table with over ten seats, and a long bench with little arm rests / tables along the back wall. Even so, they are rightfully extremely popular, so you might still need to take your toast / pastries / coffee to an outdoor table or a nearby park.

    Cinnamon sugar toast
    Sarah Z.

    Bread is so yummy!! Lots of seating indoors though it does get taken up pretty quickly. Ambiance is an industrial vibe which I loved. We got the cinnamon sugar toast and loved the bread texture. Though it did feel like I was eating a mouthful of sugar, it was perfect for sharing! Maybe I'll try something else next time. Drinks were decent--what you'd expect from a standard coffee shop!

    Lemon ricotta with seasonal jam on dark mountainrye bread yummm
    Rachel R.

    Always nice to be back at The Mill. Big, airy, and positive vibes float throughout as fun music plays. The toasts here are solid, I've enjoyed the cinnamon and sugar one in the past. This time I tried the lemon, ricotta, and jam. It was good but probably not my favorite one. Still always a good spot to stop in at for a quintessential San Francisco experience.

    Latte
    Ayşe Ç.

    Best bakery in SF in my opinion. I've tried many of their toasts, but the avocado toast is unbeatable. The sour, salt, and oil balance is perfect, and the thick bread underneath ties it all together. Their coffee is excellent too. They also have rotating art installations, which make the space feel fresh and inspiring every time you visit. Only downside is there's almost always a line. But with a little patience, you can usually find a seat.

    Matcha
    Amber C.

    Don't let the line deter you! It moves really fast. Not much seating inside but there's this super long table that we got two seats at and talked to some other couples about our food. We ordered the toast special: Caramelized Onion Chevre w/ Arugula & Pistachio topped with shallot thyme dressing & togarashi served on whole grain wonderbread. Very fancy name for the fanciest toast I've ever had. Worth every penny. The matcha on the other hand... just tasted like milk. Looked very green though. Even went back to ask for more matcha, but it still tasted like milk. Lesson learned. Come here for the toast, not the drinks.

    Avocado toast and Cappuccino
    Suraj R.

    Nice location with plenty of seating space. I loved the outdoor patio. Service is fast served with quality.

    Smoked Trout
    Harrison H.

    Bread, bread, bread all around! Looking to fulfill a carb craving with a moist piece of toast, paired with tasty toppings? The Mill is the place to go! Although simple, each Toast dish is mouth watering and satiates your morning hunger. The sage compound butter with the Egg-in-a-hole was to die for! Yes, the dish itself looks very simple, but the in complexity from the ingredients is shown. In terms of seating, this place is a bit of a cattle call. You order at the front and dishes are brought to you via number stands. As such, it's a free for all for claiming a table for you and your party. Fair warning, this place gets busy so you might have to stand around for a bit, but I promise your patience is well worth the wait. This is the perfect place to catch up with a friend and thrive under the hum of a Sunday morning yap session.

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    Ask the Community - The Mill

    Which desserts are the best?

    I am hoping to pick-up 3 - 4 loaves of the large country bread on a Saturday morning. Is there usually a good supply in the morning, or is there a limit to how many you can pick up?

    There is a good supply in the morning. I don't think there is a limit but perhaps ask the bakery.

    Is the Mill currently open for indoor seating?

    Yea, they require vaccination and id but are open for indoor and outdoor seating.

    Do they have syrup options for their lattes?

    We do not offer syrups, but we do have raw sugar available.

    Is there WiFi here?

    We do not have Wifi at this time.

    Are they still doing pizza nights/when's pizza night?

    Hopefully pizza night's will be up and running by the end of the 2021 year!

    Does The Mill have air conditioning?

    Yes!

    When is the best time to get a hot loaf?

    As early as you can get there. They sometimes bake additional loaves during the afternoon, but the morning guarantees you the best selection.

    Do they have outlets for chargers (e.g., phone, laptop, etc.)?

    No outlets

    How's the parking here?

    all street parking. It's near Alamo square park though, so you might get lucky.

    If you buy a loaf of bread do they have a bread slicer to cut it for you?

    I've never seen it done, but I'm sure they would!

    Is the bread vegan?

    Yes. Water flour yeast salt in "Wonderbread" -- whole wheat wonderbread also includes rice flour and cornmeal. You can check out his recipes in his book "Josey Baker Bread" My favorite toast is wonderbread with almond butter and honey and a… 

    Are there vegan options?

    Yes!

    Is the Mill still serving Four Barrel coffee?

    As of 2 weeks ago, yes!

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