Cozy, upscale cafe located in the vibrant Russian Hill neighborhood…read more I went on a Monday afternoon and there was a great crowd there. Lively customers and staff, good vibes! There was a lot of natural light in the coffee shop, definitely a visually-appealing, 'aesthetic' place. I got an iced red tea and it was delicious. The tea was botanical, smooth and fragrant. Amazing experience! Excited to come back and try the coffee and pastries, which looked super fresh.

First time here for coffee! It's quite a popular shop and you see many sitting inside or waiting in…read moreline. Luckily we didn't have to wait a long line. It seems like there's also an upstairs but did not get the chance to check it out. I got an iced latte with their almond macadamia milk, and they're also so nice to do complimentary cold brew! So we got an extra drink for free. Trying the iced latte, it was pretty disappointing lol. I thought it would be similar to like a Hawaiian style latte with macadamia milk, but it was a lot lighter than I thought. It was definitely very nutty, but it also just tasted like water down latte. Honestly not much going on with the drink, but it does taste lighter in general. Crazy have to pay $1.50 more to add on this milk. Overall, its alright. I do like the natural lighting coming into the shop, but nothing too special.

Top 3 espresso tonic in the bay…read more If you don't know already, espresso tonic is my jam. I'll usually get an espresso or iced americano to gauge the coffee quality. I initially wanted to get an espresso tonic from Sohn but it was just way too busy because of their pop up. I came here instead, ordered my drink and wow! Great coffee. Plain and simple, beautifully done, easy peasy. Refreshing and that's all i needed. They had a pretty rad playlist as well. Will be back very soon!

Bright sunny inside with the to be expected "don't stay too long" uncomfortable seating. Open…read morebathrooms - which is nice for SF but maybe typical for Dogpatch which is a trendy area. Absolutely packed on a Saturday with folks dressed to see and be seen. I had a yuzu matcha tonic. It was weird and tasted more like matcha than yuzu. I would order it again. I tend to be more into tea things than coffee things lately. Their banana bread is justifiably a favorite. Super moist and yummy. Dog friendly with free treats.

Amazing! One of my favorite places and coffee shops the…read moreservice is great and everyone is so friendly

Needed a spot to do some work and I don't drink coffee. So I love a spot with great tea. Their chai…read morewas excellent! I ask for little sweetness and it was just right. With such a large spicy pot, the Dubai Milk Cake was the perfect pairing. I was grateful for an outlet next to some tables so I could work. The ambiance was both relaxing and decorative. Very much enjoy this spot. The tea, the sweets, the decor and vast seating.

I've been to Sohn a couple of times recently. The first visit was with a group of friends on a…read moreSunday morning after finally syncing our weekend schedules. There was a huge line out the door when we arrived! After waiting a bit, we realized we were actually in the wrong line (lol, oops)--we had accidentally joined the queue for an in-store pop-up. Fortunately, the line for dine-in was much shorter. Once seated, we were placed upstairs in a cushy lounge area. Like many cafes with low couches and small coffee tables, it wasn't the most ergonomic setup for a full brunch spread, but we definitely made it work. Between our group, we ordered the popcorn chicken, kimchi fried rice, galbi patty melt, and the Sohn breakfast sandwich. For drinks, we tried the banana oat milk latte, hojicha latte, and melona matcha latte. Everything was d-e-l-i-c-i-o-u-s, and portions were enough that we even had leftovers to take home. Ordering and paying via the table QR code was super smooth, making heading out afterwards a breeze. My second visit was on a weekday morning with a visiting coworker. I had noticed during my weekend visit that plenty of people had laptops, so it felt like a laptop-friendly spot. While I personally wouldn't want to camp out with a laptop on a bustling weekend with lots of comings and goings, it made for a great remote workspace on a weekday since our office was unavailable that day. The food and drinks were just as great the second time around, and we had a productive, enjoyable morning. I'm already looking forward to heading back. For weekend visits, I'll definitely aim to arrive earlier to beat the rush, and I'll probably check their schedule ahead of time to avoid pop-up crowds if I'm hoping for a calmer vibe.

Came here with a relative for a light brunch and immediately I thought it was quite interesting…read moresince it gives off cafe vibes but requires you to wait for a staff to seat you. You can grab your own water and water cups at a communal station (along with extra utensils and plates if you need it). There were a lot of great options but ultimately decided to get the breakfast sandwich. The textures and flavors were great. It was just the right portion for a meal and not a snack. Love that there's two floors at Sohn as the second floor provides a Birds Eye view of them making the drinks.

Just loved this charming and delightful spot! Enjoyed a Delicious peqch matcha latte and spiced…read morechocolate donut. Tasteful selection of books and gifts. Lovely aesthetic inside, beautiful garden in the back. Very kid-friendly with several spaces for children to frolic. I saw a sign that they have storytime and a boba book night for older kids- plus more events. Packed on a Saturday morning, parking was a challenge, but worth the effort.

My colleagues and I were walking through the Sunset, and caffeine was on our minds. One of my…read morecoworkers recommended we stop by Black Bird Bookstore and Cafe, which was a vibe! This is a popular cafe among locals and nonlocals. They have an ordering window, so you line up on the sidewalk. Menus are posted outside the window. The inside is super neat! It's a bookstore that sells a variety of books and other creative goods. We walked around while we waited for our drinks. The line moves fast, and they make the drinks really quickly! Everyone is nice and efficient. I got their seasonal drink, an Iced Pear Matcha with Oat Milk. The matcha was smooth and not too earthy, definitely creamy. The pear was all on the bottom and was mild and subtle. For the size, it was a bit expensive. Definitely wish the cup was bigger! Black Bird Bookstore and Cafe is a cute spot for a quick drink and shopping. It's great to support local, and I'm glad I could try it, but it's definitely on the pricey side. Find them off Irving Street with a line out the door and street parking around.

Loved the matcha here! Stonemill was truly an authentic matcha drinking experience…read more You order up front at the counter, and then get seated at a table. The restaurant is cozy, with nice wooden tables and a cool but not imposing vibe. There's not a ton of room, so you might have to wait for a spot. The matcha drinks here are flavorful and not too sweet. It felt like a good value for the price.

Hard to go wrong with anything here! We often get their matcha and hojicha lattes. I especially…read morelove their chicken okayu (a savory porridge). There can often be a line, but service moves relatively quickly. It can be hard to snag a table during peak times though.

Insane coffee!!!!! The people are extremely nice and helpful in going over the menu and helping you…read morechoose what to get. I ordered the Pandan coffee and my boyfriend got a mocha. We are not from San Fran but have gone to this place 3 times since being here. The inside is also super cute with wifi, if I lived in San Fran I would work from there every day. Could not recommend another coffee place more. 10/10

Cute spot for Indonesian inspired drinks. Been here a few times to study. They have small circular…read moretables extending from a bench (they arent big enough to fit a laptop, so if you have a whole spread with books and notes, probably not the best spot) and some high countertop spaces. They offer free wifi. I tried the pandan matcha. If you like pandan, would recommend trying it. It's not too sweet, but the pandan flavor overpowers the taste of the matcha. Also tried the kopi ginger. The ginger adds a little kick to the coffee, but its not too bitter since there is palm sugar added to the coffee. I asked to reduce the sugar and they were able to do so. Staff is super friendly and willing to provide recommendations if you have a hard time deciding. Will be coming back to this place to try the other drinks and food options.

Just discovered the great coffee shop. Many different selections of drinks, great ambiance, highly…read morerecommend !

I stopped by this specialty coffee shop around opening time on a weekend, and thankfully there…read morewasn't much of a line. The shop itself is beautiful--very modern, clean, and aesthetically pleasing. It's definitely the kind of place where you'll want to sit and enjoy the atmosphere. The drinks are a little on the pricier side, but honestly, they're worth it. I ordered the Matcha Velvet Latte, which came with a really nice matcha cloud on top. The presentation was great, and the drink itself was delicious. One thing I really appreciate is that they carefully measure everything that goes into each drink, so you can expect the same consistent quality every time you visit. Highly recommend the Matcha Velvet Latte if you're a matcha fan!

Cute and cozy spot! It's great place to hang out with friends or do work…read more We had the chai and rose cake - both were tasty. The chai is great for sharing, we comfortably shared a large amongst 4 people. The rose cake is light and moist. Staff were all friendly.

Spent an afternoon at Delah. It's a good place with really nice people. Plenty of table and…read moreseating. A few of them have power outlets nearby, which makes it easy to work. Now, the coffee, it was ok and that's the rub. I went with something unique called the Yemeni Latte and idk if I liked that added masala blend. It might have been a very good coffee otherwise, but I couldn't really tell. They have a cool dessert display and I was tempted to get something. The baklava was fine. OMG, sugar overload, but you know that baklava is, so... :) Had my sugar fix probably for 1 week just from that.

I returned to Loquat with friends for brunch, and we ordered nearly one of everything , including…read moretwo breakfast platters to share. We were miraculously able to find a table, and as soon as we sat down, our food was brought out. I already knew the babka were delicious from my first visit, and now I can confirm all three flavors are superb. After the babka, my second favorite dish was the breakfast platter. The buttery and flaky pull-apart bread was rich yet fluffy and paired excellently with all the dips and spreads. There were so many flavor combinations with the creamy and tangy sauces, and I did my best to try a little bit of everything. We also tried most of the desserts, and I really enjoyed the pistachio cake. Overall, their desserts are not overly sweet, and nothing felt heavy. Loquat has cemented its status as one of my favorite bakeries in SF.

We ordered the Kubaneh Platter, and it did not disappoint! If you are someone who is a fan of…read moresavory brunches, you would love going to Loquat. Too often, brunch spots are full of pancakes, waffles, and just very sweet things. I personally am a savory eater, and this breakfast was that in spades! Nothing was too sweet and there were interesting flavors, going from the salt/spice on the eggs, to the sourness/acidity of the pink things (looks like pickled radish or onion?) The only reason why I took off one star is that the babkas can be inconsistent. The first time I got the chocolate babka, it was delicious and the salt and sugar seemed evenly distributed. The second time I purchased a chocolate babka, it was so salty it was nearly inedible in many places, but there were other parts of the bread pastry that were tasty and more similar to the first time.