Made in SF with ❤️
Are you addicted to coffee? I know I am! If you’re looking for the best coffee shops in San Francisco, we actually have really great coffee here. Here are my top 10 in San Francisco so you can get your caffeine fix! This is in non-ranking order, other than Linea maybe…:)
- Linea Caffe: Combining traditional Italian espresso culture with a modern sensibility, Linea delivers a coffee experience that is top-notch and probably my favorite in the city. They have two outposts in San Francisco — Mission District and Dogpatch.
- Ritual Coffee Roasters: Apparently their founder, Eileen Rinaldi, was inspired by Vivace in Seattle — which is my top favorite in Seattle too! With a focus on sustainability and ethically sourced beans, Ritual is not cheap but delivers exceptional coffee with a conscience.
- Coffee Movement: A newer addition to the scene, Coffee Movement has quickly gained a reputation for its quality brews and welcoming atmosphere and often has long lines as a result. They have two locations in Richmond and Chinatown-ish.
- Andytown Coffee Roasters: A neighborhood staple when you’re near or around Ocean Beach. Their top item is a Snowy Plover, which features sparkling water, espresso, and a quenelle of cream on top that looks just like the namesake bird that enjoys hanging out around there. They also have the most adorable merch.
- Equator Coffee: With a focus on sustainability and transparency, Equator offers a thoughtfully curated selection of single-origin coffees and signature drinks like the Habibi Latte. They have delicious shakeratos and serious coffee with a fun signature panther logo to boot. This is a great spot for cyclists to hop into due to its location by Chrissy Field, the Golden Gate Bridge, and many offshoots in Marin.
- SPRO: Did you know SPRO’s name is a shorthand version of “espresso”? They started out with coffee food trucks and have now grown to four locations in Bay Area. I really enjoy that SPRO offers a fresh spin with cocktail-like coffees or non-alcoholic cocktails. Of course, they have expertly brewed standard drinks if you prefer that instead!
- Saint Frank Coffee: Saint Frank has standout coffee and pastries but my favorite thing to get is their espresso tonic. It’s a perfect mix of bitterness and sweet. Juniper is a newer fancy pastry spot also utilizes Saint Frank Coffee. For my favorite bakeries, check out my article here.
- Sightglass: A pioneer in the specialty coffee scene, Sightglass combines craftsmanship with innovation to produce memorable brews. Their cafes have an industrial but cozy style. Sightglass was recently purchased by a former Starbucks exec, so it remains to be seen if this will change things!
- Ikon Roastery: This spot in Dogpatch is really adorable and has great coffee and biscotti to boot. It’s a really fun spot especially when the sun is shining and their windows are open. They also have a roastery in South San Francisco.
- HONORABLE MENTION: Philz Coffee: OK — to be honest, Philz is probably the least fancy shop on this list. True coffee snobs probably don’t consider it the best. It’s really just drip coffee, after all. That being said, their coffee is real strong and some of their drinks are just fun — like the Mint Mojito for instance. Who can turn down this creamy mint concoction on a warm day? Philz is also nice because you can ask your barista to adjust your drink to your specific tastes.
No matter which neighborhood you find yourself in, you’re sure to find a great cup of coffee in San Francisco. Cheers to good coffee and happy exploring!
Did I miss one of your favorites? Let me know in the comments!
