Delicious coffee with speciality flavors. Great cozy atmosphere too, and great customer service.

I wanted to like this café in Japantown because the service was genuinely warm and welcoming. The staff greeted me kindly. Unfortunately, I was perplexed by some of the amenities, or lack thereof. I stopped in because I had about 30 minutes before a meeting and wanted to collect my thoughts, and prepare. I quickly discovered that there were no available charging stations, as all of the outlets were covered, and there was no Wi-Fi. That made it difficult to get connected and accomplish what I needed to do. I also ordered a cup of coffee and asked for a glass of water. I was surprised when I was brought hot tap water rather than cool or room-temperature drinking water. It wasn't particularly refreshing and wasn't what I expected when asking for a glass of water. The coffee itself was fine, but between the lack of Wi-Fi, inaccessible outlets, and the hot water situation, the café wasn't really conducive to stopping in to work, prepare for a meeting, or even comfortably use your devices for a short period. If you're simply looking for a quick coffee and a friendly interaction, this may be fine. But if you're expecting the basic amenities that many cafés provide for customers who want to sit for a while, I'd keep these limitations in mind. read more

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Transphobic, ableist, and just MEAN, tbh. Extremely rude transphobic """"manager"""" sent us away when their last call is at 10:15, saying he thinks the experience isn't "WORTH IT" for us to sit down and order for twelve minutes. (We did not care. We just wanted even one serving.) When we called to speak with a manager, see when the actual cutoff was, and to make a complaint, some kid swore up and down that he was the manager. (He is not.) and sent us out because "last seating is at 10." (Stated literally NOWHERE. They just didn't want to serve us.) We walked in at 10:02 and were climbing the stairs SLOWLY because my friend uses a WALKING AID. I don't know what it was, but he was extremely belligerent, because when we called and asked about last call, he told us something different. We asked him why we were turned away if last call was 10:15 with their closing time being 11. He didn't like that? Genuinely so disrespectful, and MEAN towards two OPENLY QUEER AND DISABLED PEOPLE. When I mentioned it felt targeted, THE "MANAGER" said that it was something that "we needed to fix within ourselves." read more

Updating my review. Strawberry matcha was probably the best strawberry matcha I've had! They use real fresh strawberries and the matcha was rich and creamy. It was such a pretty drink! Was walking with a friend and it looked like it was closed--not sure why the lights were so dim inside. The owner (I presume) said it was very windy outside, which was why the door was closed. I love the interior--it's warm and cozy, feels like a tea shop out of a fantasy book. They have good gifts like teas, matcha, cards, and matcha and tea accessories. read more

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Got the Sweet potato latte and the Nutella latte with an added shot of expresso! I think it was a good balance of bitterness with that extra shot. The space is relatively big and there's open room to have a large party over. However there is no wifi, so you'd have to hot spot yourself. But overall is a great calm study area. Sweet potato latte: there is the texture chunks of sweet potato mixed with a nice cinnamon. Overall similar to a chai latte with this cinnamon, but the potato adds this interesting texture that I do enjoy. Nutella latte: there is light chunks of chocolate and heavier on the chocolate/ cacao after taste. I would recommend trying. read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Sweet Potato Latte and Nutella Latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here after the parade. I ordered a banana milk latte. And OMG!!! It was the most delicious drink I've had. So creamy and just the right amount of espresso. They are known for their sweet potato latte. I'll try that next time I'm here read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Banana milk latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friend decided to show me this cute cafe in the Japantown area and the inside aesthetics were very light, bright and modern. They didn't have their seating area open when we went so we sat outside and picked up our lattes 5 minutes after we ordered. Sweet Potato Latte - The latte had a mild sweet potato flavor and was made with real sweet potato which I enjoyed but wished the flavor was more punchy. It was a good level of sweetness and I liked the cinnamon that was mixed on top that gave it more warmth. Mixed together it tasted great but at times, the espresso taste overwhelmed all the other mild notes. Overall, it was a cute place to stop by for a caffeine pick me up and I would love to try some of the other unique drink flavors they have. read more

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Such a warm and cozy spot! They don't have outlets but plenty of tables to work or read from. Nice small menu & goodies to purchase. read more

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I've been here twice in five years and both visits were a calming respite in a busy city. The coffee is excellent, with specialty lattes in flavors not often found in the US, like sweet potato and black sesame. There are tasteful housewares for sale, but not in a distracting way. I found perfect scissors for the sewing kit I'm putting together for my little girl! Music is soft and lighting is low, adding to cozy vibes. There's only one person behind the counter but she's quick and skilled. I shall return! read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Delicious sweet potato latte and elegant sewing scissors are both available - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

The drinks here are good, but man are they pricey. When I came, they also didn't have any indoor seating but there seemed to be a large area that was closed off. They do have a couple tables outside though. I got the black sesame latte iced, and my friend got the sweet potato latte. The black sesame cream was good but I wish there was more of it and that they served it in a lid that didn't require a straw so you can get a sip of the cream and coffee together. I also tried some of my friend's sweet potato latte which had a really prominent sweet potato flavor and was quite sweet but also good. The drinks were almost $10 for the smaller size which I thought was a bit much, though. Probably not a spot I'd frequent often unless it was to try something really unique and new. read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Black Sesame Cream Latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

the matcha red bean latte ($8.50) was pretty good (they use real adzuki beans) but a bit too sweet and the matcha powder itself tasted more earthy (they also used a shaker instead of a whisk to mix). the iced black sesame cream latte ($7.75) was alright too, the black sesame cream had real sesame seeds so it was quite grainy. I think the double shot was a bit too overpowering though. overall the drinks were kinda expensive for the size (12oz) read more

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The ambiance of this cafe is so calm and cute- there's no indoor seating because the space is being used for events, but maybe opening indoor seating soon! The black sesame cream latte was delicious and the lady making the drinks was very sweet read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Black Sesame Cream Latte - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love YakiniQ and especially their matcha pie/cake. They have the best matcha ....I just can't get enough of their matcha. Try this matcha drink at Yakiniq. It's a dream..come true. I can't wait to return. Did I say "matcha" enough times...probably not!!! I have to have more matcha, people !!!! (smile...) The picture is from YakiniQ Facebook. read more

YakiniQ CAFE - YakiniQ Matcha Drink ! I love their Matcha !!! - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

We have long enjoyed this cafe for many years and it's delightful to come upon it again today while the cherry blossom festival is taking place. Unlike the rest of Japantown during this time, the tastefully designed cafe offered a quiet retreat from the crowds. We got a coffee jelly latte, a black sesame latte, and some black sesame shortbread cookies. Drinks had just the right level of light sweetness, the black sesame shortbread cookies had a good balance of sweetness with just a hint of saltiness. The combination was on point and delightful - the perfect afternoon coffee set. As of April 2022, the cafe is still maintaining precautions; while I miss hanging out in their chill, tastefully designed indoor space, I appreciate these precautions. Masks are required, max 4 customers in the store, no indoor seating or restroom use. When we visited, there were two tables with 3 seats each outside their storefront; that's where we hung out for a little to enjoy our coffees and shortbread cookies. read more

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Very unique drinks like sweet potato lattes and yuzu matchas. They have a special matcha dispensing machine that gives the matcha a good flavor and makes it creamy. There is a pretty large seating area, very cutely decorated with unique chairs and tables, but for several years now it's been roped off. I understand it was originally roped off for Covid, but not sure why even now you still aren't able to just sit down, relax, and enjoy a nice drink at the tables. Also, I wish it opened earlier than 11am. I would be nice to get morning coffee drinks. read more

Strawberry Yuzu Fizz - more yuzu than strawberry flavor. I was hoping the strawberry would come through a little more. There are a bits of strawberry and yuzu. The fizz is subtle. I was hoping it would be more carbonated. The cafe seating inside is still closed. There is very limited seating outdoors. read more

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My favorite local cafe in Japantown for specialty lattes, there's a lot of unique and tasty options on their menu. I've tried their sweet potato latte and black sesame cream latte, but they charge for everything if you want it iced vs hot, so you're nearly paying $7 for a small specialty drink. Currently with the pandemic they are takeout only, no dining in. I'd come to get drinks here once in a while for more of a treat. read more

Cute cafe to swing by when you're in Japantown! I had the Matcha Yuzuade which was refreshing as I walked about the area. Lots of offerings on the menu are some unique flavors that I'm curious to try out in the near future. When I visited indoor seating still wasn't available, but the interior was both homey and comfortable. Would definitely be a great spot to study or get some work done once it fully reopens! read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Matcha Yuzuade - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I gave this place two tries, both of which were strikes. I ordered a lavender latte on my first visit. There was only one person ahead of me in line who ordered two drinks, but it took 20 minutes for me to place my order and receive my latte. I figured the long wait was because the drinks were made so meticulously, but my I found my latte underwhelming and overpriced (it came out to over $8 after a $1 tip). The second time was inexplicably worse. I ordered a matcha tea that totaled to over $7. Was the matcha whisked? No. I watched the barista scoop some powder into a paper cup and stir in hot water. I could tell the matcha was old because it was oxidized and dark green, not bright green or grassy. The cafe chairs outside were occupied, so I asked if I could sit on the empty bench inside the cafe. The barista dithered and said no. It's rude to not allow patrons to simply sit on empty furniture you provide in your restaurant. No wifi, no hospitality, absurdly overpriced but poorly made drinks. read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Old, dusty matcha that cost over $7. - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

THE. BEST. SCONE. EVER!! Hands down the best scone I've EVER experienced. I think it was blueberry or current, not sure. We were just walking by one day, looking for Korean food. I wanted a snack and.my sister got some chocolates or cookies and my cousin maybe had a lavender latte or something. I didn't try the coffee but I will next time. I've dreamt of that scone for MONTHS and have to get back to it again. And lovely person, perhaps owner, serving us. Sweet and quaint little shop. read more

Uniqueness: Special drinks like sesame The only downside is their indoor seating, most of it is blocked off. I'm glad I came across such a unique drink selection! Taste: 5/5 Sight: 4/5 Smell: 5/5 Sound: 3/5 Touch: ?/? read more

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I tried their matcha latte and sweet potato latte both were really good. It was a cute cozy cafe. I wish they had a seating area, I was visiting from out of town so I would've enjoyed a place to sit and enjoy my drinks. The women making the drink was super sweet and got our drinks to us quite fast considering it was just her and she had multiple orders. I will definitely be visiting again. read more

So happy to see thus neighborhood cafe coming back to life after what seems to have been forever. The hours are now 11a-5p but sounds like they will try to gradually expand back to regular hours (used to be till 10pm on some days). I love this cafe and used to come every week to read, work, or just relax with a latte and some tasty snacks. Their latte's amazing and taste home made and strong. My favorite is the nutella latte which marries well the sweet nuttiness of nutella with the dark warmth of espresso. The owner is very kind and artistic and the decoration feels cozy and whimsical, a blend of Japanes Scandinavian styles. The snacks are varied and all high quality. Desserts taste delicious and made with love. I love the coconut cream cake and the flourless chocolate cake, rich but not overwelming, great for an afternoon pick-me-up. The span rice sandwich has been my craving during Covid to the point I would make it at home. There is also a good variety of sandwiches with balanced ingredients and made in the tiny kitchen. It's a bit sad that their spacious interior is not open yet but there are three outdoor tables to sit and sip with friends on a sunny day. I can't wait to be able to sit inside again. Japantown needs places like this to continue to feel like home. read more

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"Nothing is as far away as one minute ago..." The Time Machine... During my college days, back in the 1890's, I was voted Big Man on Campus. I drove the latest unicycle, styled the latest handle-bar mustache, and strutted in the latest leather corsets, the true example of Victorian era manhood. Oh and btw, I also really enjoyed independent coffee & tea shops. Y'know without a chain dangling around its neck! Fast forward to the present and I find myself no longer the Victorian Big Man on Campus, or do I fit in the latest slim faux corsets of today. Fortunately independent coffee & tea shops have survived time and I still wander from shop to shop in search for that special memory. But enough about dapper me.. On a recent visit to Japantown, San Francisco, I'm hit with one of those wandering moments. I find myself in search of something new... I peruse my Yelp app, and... a "tea café" with a funny name... YakiniQ Café! Sounds like a place to mingle with full figured Victorian women looking to Mazurka! YakiniQ Café is located on Post Street directly across of the Hotel Kabuki. As I was about to enter YakiniQ BBQ... I realized it wasn't the tea café! So just be aware there's a BBQ restaurant with the same name, lol. I later found out that both are run by the same owners. So I enter the correct door on my second try... YakiniQ Café! It's very inviting and bustling with flesh. I was kindly greeted by the youngsters. I also noticed that the majority of patrons were college students, not from the 1890's like I expected, but young and fresh student types! So I quickly peruse the menu and the Yuzu Lemon Iced Tea is calling my name! I add the organic Banana Bread just cause. Sounds healthy. I then try to find a seat in the large "study" area filled with communal tables and café tables. Yet with all the eclectic seating options it was annoyingly hard to find a seat! I then noticed a rocking chair...yes, a rocking chair... just waiting for me in the corner! :3 I slowly settle into my rocking chair and start sipping my Yuzu Lemon Iced Tea...oh my so thirst quenching! The organic Banana Bread was just ok. The star of the show was the Yuzu drink and the Vaudeville act rocking in his chair.... time flies, Son! In the end, I recommend YakiniQ Café to anyone into cafes! Yet you might be disappointed with the limited menu and how crowded it can get! It's a popular spot for today's generation. I didn't see any Victorian hot dishes to blend in with, but the barista was sure cute... in a moderne unibrow sorta way... read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Yuzu Lemon Iced Tea to die for.. Organic Banana Bread! Very Hip & Young crowd and I'm glad the Rocking Chair was available for me... - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

As COVID has ravaged on and driven thousands of people out of the Bay Area, I've found myself with 0-2 friends in SF at any given time. And so, after another week of working from home and having no real plans or social interactions to speak of, I woke up this morning and thought, "I need to make today more interesting than yesterday (and the many, many days before that)." I wandered to Japantown, with time to kill before my massage at Pearl Spa (part 2 of my day of solo fun), and happened upon a menu that looked interesting (perfect!) - sweet potato latte, sesame latte, caramel milk tea to name a few of the options. Why yes, I thought - why not? You have nothing else to do, and nobody else to see! I ordered the sweet potato latte with soy milk (they also have oat milk, but not the brand I like - they carry Califa Farms here). I asked the barista (owner?) if they use actual sweet potato, and they do! The drink was delicious! Naturally sweet, cinnamon-y, and you can taste and feel the sweet potato puree which complements the taste of the espresso and milk very nicely. A bit more than I was expecting to pay for a latte (with tip it was around $8.50), but I really feel for coffee shops and small local businesses and try to support them whenever possible. Not to mention, the quality of the latte was higher than your average cafe beverage. read more

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Delicious place to grab a quick snack. I had a matcha latte, spam musubi, and some pastries. Delicious and quick and easy. read more

This cafe is not fully open yet, but I can tell it has potential once it opens completely. COVID Limitations/restrictions include: No indoor seating yet, but there is enough space for several indoor tables when the cafe fully opens. Only a few outdoor seats are currently available. No WiFi yet. But, this cafe has a lot working in it's favor, which include cool flavored lattes. Drinks: Cool flavored lattes include: Black Sesame cream, Pumpkin Pie, Sweet potato. I had the Sweet potato latte ($6) with oat milk ($1) and espresso ($1.75). I expected more flavor from the sweet potato latte, which left me wanting more. I'm surprised that it costs extra to add espresso *shrugs* Teas include: Strawberry Yuzu and Caramel milk. Niblits: Yummy baked goods include shortbread (matcha, , baklava, cookies, cakes). Near Japantown restaurants. Has potential when fully open. This cafe is attached to the YakiniQ Korean BBQ restaurant, which seems very popular as there was a line of people on the sidewalk waiting to enter. I'll definitely be trying the BBQ next door! tl;dr: Cool flavored lattes. Not fully opened yet. read more

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This library-like cafe is owned by the same family that owns the bustling Korean BBQ upstairs where I remember eating a whole lotta meat that I was grilling myself on a hubcap. This is the spiritual opposite of that place where young Asians epoxy themselves at tables to stare intensely at their laptop screens. There was no conversation, no music, just the not-so-hushed tones of fingers clicking on keyboards. There were desserts in the display case, but I was interested in getting something warm to drink. Although I was intrigued by the sweet potato latte, I went with the more predictable $4.25 Ginger & Honey Tea (photo: http://bit.ly/2MmEhP2). I sat at a table quietly sipping alone, and it was a soothing balm on an atypically wintry evening. But is that galbi I smell? TEA - 3 stars...it was fine, just fine AMBIANCE - 3 stars...shhh... SERVICE - 3.5 stars...quietly quiet TOTAL - 3 stars...a moment of peace in J-Town RELATED - Lost in J-Town? Here's a collection of places I've tried and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2MjfL6j read more

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I found it on yelp even it was right across my hotel. But it is not visibly existent from the outside. The Korean restaurants front sign is overwhelming and hiding this gem. I ordered a latte and 2 macaroons. Inside it is quiet and there is lots of space to sit or work or study. Decorations are cute. I loved my little bites and my coffee was perfect! read more

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My wife and I tried this place for the first time yesterday. We had just finished eating at a local ramen shop named Yamadaya, and we really wanted to top up a great meal with a delicious beverage. We certainly lucked out with YakiniQ Cafe! My wife got the Ginger Latte, which she described as "having the perfect burn you want to get from ginger!" Myself, I ordered the Cortado with Oatmilk. I can not describe it any other way than "the way coffee should always taste." Even my wife, notorious for not liking coffee, said that if she liked coffee, she would pick this drink as her choice. The pumpkin coffee cake was also very delectable for my wife! It was a wonderful experience, and now is a mandatory part of our trips to Japan Town. read more

The cutest cafe in San Francisco. Offers a variety of delicious cafe beverages that you cannot find anywhere else. I always enjoy the sweet potato latte, which can be made with or without coffee and your choice of milk. Not too sweet, not too rich, just enough spice and sweet potato to warm your soul. If anything, this should be the drink that catches on during fall and winter weather or whenever the pleasure suis you. The owner is very friendly, and bakes the sweets in-house. I can honestly give the black sesame cookies the highest honor an Asian person can bestow to a baked good - "Not too sweet." The cafe's seating is not yet open to patrons, however, the owner did mention she plans to invite patrons back into the space. Also, do not miss the plants - calatheas. Her calathea orbifolia is the best specimen I've seen outside of plant shops. read more

As anyone who knows me, there isn't a comfy coffee shop that I can't pass up! If you're looking for good coffee, tea and free Wifi, look no further than YakiniQ Cafe. Not only is it comfortable, but there are plenty of cute shops to explore just steps away. It isn't the easiest spot to locate -- in fact, I had the actual address and walked past the door about 3 times. Insider tip: Look for the sign that just says "Cafe" and you've found the spot. The outside might not look like much -- and is easy to miss -- but inside you'll find mismatched chairs and plenty of places to plug in and get some work done. Or work on that next Yelp review! read more

YakiniQ café was one of the easy places I go to for some good eats and drinks along with free WiFi, not the other Yakiniq which was the Korean BBQ of the left side. Coming and looking inside this lovely café makes me feel like this was now my second home to settle down and read a newspaper. Even though there are several houseflies flying in its vicinity, no fly would ever bother me while sitting in any table. On the left wall was the cabinet filled with tin cans of Harney & Sons. My aim to purchase in YakiniQ was to try none other than the tea flower. What makes this tea flower interesting is its lengthy steeping. How long will it steep to picture perfection? Depends. The water in the clear glass mug was very hot, making the tea flower ball expand as quick as possible. Viola! After the tea flower sank to the bottom of the glass cup to complete its transformation, its tea color got darker, more bitter, and lukewarm. Still tasted good; what mattered most was the tea flower transformation. If I was patient long enough, the tea flower would look more beautiful. I'm sure there are other cafés out there that are good for tea flower steeping. YakiniQ was the first. Customer service turned out good and pleasant with nice working women. Next time I come here, I be willing to have the same cup and see what happens if I go for seconds. read more

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I was craving a warm drink from a cafe today, and stumbled upon YakiniQ. Located across from Hotel Kabuki in Japantown, YakiniQ Cafe offers a variety of unique lattes with an Asian twist. I ordered the Sweet Potato Latte ($6) with soy milk ($1) and was pleasantly impressed by how much I enjoyed it. The sweet potato flavor was smooth and not pulpy, and the drink itself had the perfect amount of sweetness with a hint of cinnamon. The space looks really pleasant and quaint, and I'd love to sit here and read while sipping on one of their specialty lattes when they open up for indoor dining again. But I'm taking one star off because at $7, since it's quite expensive for a 12 oz. cup of latte. read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Sweet Potato Latte (with soy milk) - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Everything looks a little old and dusty inside, and the cc minimum is $6, but the sweet potato latte, eeks! So good. Can't believe they add simple syrup in also, it was already plenty sweet with just the potato puree. There is no size for this particular drink, it's huge, prob 20 oz? Sharable. I was full till the late afternoon. $0.95 to sub almond milk. Copying it at home and whenever I am in the area will get that frothy goodness. read more

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A homey place that reminds me of a cross between someone's kitchen table dining area and a school library. It's quaint, with eclectic bits of decor. Dimly lit, the interior consists of mismatched chairs, a jumbled assortment of art, some antique-looking decor, hanging paper lantern lamps. There's some very soft music playing, but otherwise, the cafe is fairly quiet, with the drone of fans and whatever else in the background (I personally wish they'd turn the music up, just a bit!). The interior is fairly spacious, so you won't be jostling elbows with the customer at the table next to you. While I saw many reviews about outlets, I didn't see too many tables that were outlet-accessible. There were some along the wall I was sitting at (the right wall, when you walk in), but I didn't see any outlets for the other wall or for the center tables, which seemed slightly unfortunate. Wifi is a bit slow, but not terrible. The hazelnut latte (4.25) I had was pretty decent. The slice of "tiki crunch" cake (6?) was special (it consisted of coconut flakes, macadamia nuts, apricot, pineapple, and white chocolate), but not wow-ing. YakiniQ certainly has its charm. It's a sleepy, relaxed, and quaint place for working. Nice place to stop by and take a break (or a nap). read more

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Terrible service; super overpriced; flies inside food case; tiiiiiiny cappuccino. But, only place nearby (other than Fillmore) with decent seating & outlets for working. Guess beggars can't be choosers? Wouldn't recommend. read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Tiny cappuccino $3.53, including tax. - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very sweet little coffee shop/cafe. Saturday morning and there was only one person working - althought there were only 2 people ahead of us, one of them was ordering 4 coffee drinks. So there was a bit of a wait...but it was fine. Everyone was chill and it's a lovely environment. I couldn't decide between the sweet potato latte and the lavender latte. Since I'd never had sweet potato, I decided to go with that. Hubby ordered a cappuccino. It is a little pricey. If you want espresso shots in your sweet potato latte, they cost .95 cents each. So for one, that's affordable. But for 2-3, it's not. Think about it - 2-3 shots is what you really need to get that caffeine in you. Anyway, it tasted pretty darn good...but it was pretty darn filling. I think I'd definitely do with lavender next time, if I'm going to order a frou frou coffee drink. Hubby got his cappuccino and a chocolate croissant. Conversely, their macarons are priced right. If you buy the 6 macaron deal, they come out to about exactly the same as Chantal Guillon pricing, which I find about as affordable a macaron as is out there. Waaaaay better pricing than Bottega Louie (I know - that's LA - but those who are interested in macarons will be interested in this piece of info). Got two Earl Grey, two Pumpkin, and two Kona Coffee and the teen girl said they were amazing (and she's the Bottega Louie fan). The lovely woman working all alone was super friendly. It would have been nice to sit and enjoy our drinks but we had some Ichiban Kan shopping to do. Bottom line - really terrific for straightforward coffees and pastries, but pricey for specialty coffee drinks. read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Lavender lattes - love that option - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Silky double shot Americano, complimented by an outstanding scone. Nutella latte is an interesting choice that was immensely appreciated by my companion. There is a very large and interesting looking sitting area, but it is blocked off for some reason when I visited (2/24/2023). read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Drink menu - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Three words: SWEET POTATO LATTE! This sounds weird but it's sooo yummy! They make their own syrups/purees in house, so you know their drinks are going to be good and worth the price! I liked how it had a bit of a savory flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. It's hard to describe the exact flavor, but just try it for yourself. I highly recommend! service is friendly and quick, they serve a wide variety of baked goods, and the cafe is big with plenty of seating and outlets. It's perfect for studying! there's a bathroom and wifi, too. read more

YakiniQ CAFE - Sweet potato latte (AMAZING) - Bakeries Near Me - San Francisco, California