Alushe has become our go-to spot for coffee and small food items in the Inner Richmond. I took my parents there for lunch before going to the De Young. My mom got the veggie and humita empanada, my dad got the empanada and tamale combo, and I got the yucateco bagel. My mom really enjoyed the veggie and humita empanadas, although she slightly preferred the veggie empanada. They were cooked very nicely and had a generous amount of filling. My dad liked the chicken tamale and humita empanada, although he preferred the humita empanada over the tamale. I really liked the yucateco bagel, which had scrambled eggs with tomato and onions, as well as cream cheese and avocado. The jalapeño cheddar bagel could've been a little spicier and cheesier, but the eggs were scrambled nicely and had the perfect amount of cream cheese and avocado to supplement the eggs. Great food for a reasonable price, and the service is phenomenal. Love this place and will be back again. read more

Quality/Quantity - Breakfast time. Had a visitor today and suggested we all go out for breakfast. I Yelped and found this place. Veggie Burrito - My guest asked for this, but then did NOT enjoy it. Nothing wrong with the burrito, it was just not her preference. She only ate half of it. And with minimum chips; see picture. Steak & Egg Burrito - Our guest not from SF enjoyed this, but then he ended up getting non stop phone calls, so I do not think he enjoyed his breakfast either. Again, no fault of theirs. It is just going to be one of those days... Combo 3 - 1 empanada, 1 tamale and a side, I chose home potatoes. The empanadas were good, a little over-steamed for my liking, but still good. The tamale was way over-steamed. I prefer more body as it was way too soft for me. Home Potatoes - Done perfectly, perfectly fried; I would have enjoyed more. Made to order, so be patient. Ambiance - Decent size location. But not many tables...? Approximately 10 tables and some counter seating. Cool decor; see pictures. 50% of their customers seem to take their food to-go. Clean and one unisex toilet. Open 6 days a week. Closed Sundays. Service - 5 Stars; friendly and welcoming. Need a key for the toilet; they actually walk you and let you in. Can I suggest an inside lock for your toilet? I would hate for someone to get surprised. Price - $60 ish; my guest paid, thank you. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success since 2024. read more

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What if I told you can have a complicated relationship with a green power ranger and go crazy dealing with some banana business with an orange mean machine all in one place in SF. Sounds like characters and names of television show, streaming show or movie titles. These are drink items you will find from a coffee bar in the Richmond District in San Francisco. You can also find food with Mexican and American flavors with ingredients on the menu like the breakfast nachos also known as chilaquiles, smoked salmon avocado toast, vegan empanada with mushroom, tortas, and super suiza quesadillas that are cheesy like some in SF. You will even find strawberry matcha latte for Don Juan de la Matcha. This place is on 6th avenue and Geary and it's called Alushe. On a Spring stroll on Geary street I decided I needed something refreshing on another San Francisco sunny day walking around the concrete jungle. Inside Alushe the decor feels like stepped into the forrest of a jungle with lots of animal paintings on the walls and miniature statues from the Mayan ruins in Yucatán. Lots choices on the menu and I decided to go with Orange mean machine smoothie. It had peach, orange juice, pineapple, peanut butter, and vanilla. It was not too sweet with the combination of savory. It was refreshing but a thick breezy smoothie. They also have bagels and fresh pressed juices such as the Jaguar Punch ( not Punch the viral monkey) which has strawberry, apple, and a drop of lemon. Come here if you want something savory and cheesy in SF and also grab a breezy smoothie. Come to a place with lots of flavor worth "tryin" inside it has decor of animals paintings of a Jaguar, Leopard and a "Lion" and they have a decor with food that is also"Mayan" If I say the food and drinks at this place goes crazy and looks wild I wouldn't be "lying" Go inside Alushe it's like set of a Hollywood television show or "movie "maybe not the one you see at a theater but the one you stream on "Tubi "this place is a hidden gem like a emerald , diamond and "ruby" aren't you glad it's almost Orange Friday so you can grab an orange mean machine "smoothie" read more

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I don't usually take the time to write reviews, but Alushe absolutely deserves one. I stop by most mornings on my way to work at Kaiser for my favorite matcha latte, and it has become part of my daily routine. The matcha is consistently amazing, but what truly keeps me coming back is the incredible staff. Every single person is so welcoming, friendly, and genuinely kind. They always greet customers with a smile and make you feel appreciated. It's rare to find customer service this exceptional these days, and they set the standard. Another thing I love is their menu. They offer such a large variety of food and drinks, with many unique options you don't typically find at other cafés. Whether you're looking for breakfast, lunch, or just a great drink, there's something for everyone. It's refreshing to support a local business that clearly cares about its customers. Thank you to the entire Alushe Cafe team for making my mornings a little brighter. I highly recommend stopping by--you won't be disappointed! I think this version feels sincere and heartfelt without sounding over the top, making it a great fit for a Google review. read more

Good coffee, fast service. The owner is so nice and friendly. Asked me if I need to use the bathroom before they close it. The tamale is as good as the ones I had in Mexico. Casual but very warm ambiance. read more

I ordered the bacon avocado breakfast burrito and it was delicious! The salsa on the side was equally delicious. The yogurt parfait had the right amount of fruit to yogurt ratio. I like this place a lot and will totally come back and try more items from the menu. The service is outstanding. They came over and offered me a to go box without my even asking. We walked here. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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I ordered a carrot cake latte ($8) and pistachio lime latte ($8) via delivery and they came in cute little cups. I loved the variety and uniqueness of specialty lattes and would come back to try more of those I was intrigued by. the carrot cake latte didn't really taste like carrot cake but it was good, not too sweet. the pistachio lime combo was more prominent and interesting, but could be a bit stronger of both flavors. the espresso base was good in both! read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - carrot cake latte, Pistachio Lime latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I absolutely love Alushe Coffee Bar. Tucked right on the corner of 6th Ave & Geary--conveniently next to a bus stop and, lucky for me, directly across from my office--it's become one of the bright spots of my day. Walking into Alushe always feels like stepping into a warm, welcoming community haven. The family who owns and runs the coffee bar greets you as if you're part of their own. They call me by name every time, and that small gesture never fails to make my morning. Marco, the barista, is nothing short of a culinary scientist. Every drink he crafts is a thoughtful blend of fresh ingredients, creativity, and genuine care. And his wife, Jessica, welcomes you with a smile so warm it could lift anyone's spirits. Whether you're settling in to start your morning or grabbing a quick treat to go, the experience is always delightful. The menu itself carries a unique Maya-inspired vibe, bringing a taste of Yucatán right into the neighborhood--fresh juices, breakfast sandwiches, empanadas, salads, pastries, and so much more, all made to order. My personal favorites? The carrot cake latte and the BLTA on sourdough--truly unbeatable. Alushe Coffee Bar is a must-try neighborhood gem, the kind of place that turns a simple coffee stop into a moment of joy. read more

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This is a great Mexican Deli type casual restaurant, offering a wide range of familiar Mexican casual food offerings, but also offering Coffees, too! Great spot in the Inner Richmond district of SF! It is like Starbucks meets El Farolito, or Peet's meets La Taqueria! Except it is family run, it is cleaner than those other food places, and has a lot more table and chairs to sit at then El Farolito. Plus it has beautiful, full wall murals that are gorgeous and makes you feel like you are somewhere in Latin America, sipping your Java while stuffing your abdominal storage unit with yummy food! And there is a lot to store! I ordered a medium Latte, with 2%, and a "Super" (add avocado and sour cream) Pollo (chicken) Quesadilla, and wow, that Quesadilla was humongous among us! It could feed 2! I couldn't finish it and I asked for a take away box! I couldn't eat more than half of it! So thick and tasty! And that all came out to $20. Enough to stuff my pie hole, fill my storage unit, and some extra for late night snack on a second go at it! Service was super nice and friendly from what I think perhaps was 3 generations of Family here when I was meeting a client here? Very sweet people! This is on Geary near 7th Avenue, close to the Kaiser Permanente French Campus medical offices. I would recommend this place to check out if you are in the area. Tell a friend! When good food, good people, good art, and good intentions come together, you have to check it out! read more

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I wasn't sure what the name meant, but glad I walked in, this place is a hidden gem. Back in the day when I was traveling through Mexico, my go to meal was fresh Latin breakfast, fruit smoothies and a nice latte and this place brought huge nostalgia of that for me. The ambiance is also great to get some work done with good wifi and plenty of outlets. The owners, husband and wife, seem really nice. I only got a chance to speak to the husband and he was super enthusiastic in giving me good recommendations and explaining the dishes. I also loved the murals here, definitely coming back. read more

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Somehow wandered in looking for coffee and had the best experience! Their cold brew was absolute delicious and I loved their london fog with the lavender syrup! Also found out their rose syrup is homemade? Amazing! The staff were so incredibly sweet and I will def be coming back for more drinks and to try their food items! read more

A family-owned gem! We ordered different lattes and breakfast items, and everything was so flavorful. I'm most impressed by their coffee. You can tell they love to get creative and are passionate about delivering great food + service. read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Made a morning stop for coffee and breakfast sandwich, got the meat lovers and it was very generous on the meat! Coffee was divine and the staff was so friendly! read more

Love this new coffee bar on Geary. I tried the Mayan Mocha hot and the bacon, onion croissant--both delicious. It's so cool to get chocolate from the Yucatán! It's also conveniently located near the 38/38R bus stop and other local businesses on Geary. Really appreciate the Mayan decor and friendly staff too. I'm excited to come back and try the veggie tamales. read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - Mayan Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Alushe's Coffee Bar is great and it is one of my favorite eateries in San Francisco. Their food menu is not just amazing but the food they make is delicious. Nothing is greasy or when packed for take out, is sloppily done. The price is good as well. I love that they have amazing juices (can be hard to find in sf or is some reason 25 bucks) and the fun names of their drinks, it is enticing and worth it! read more

The customer service was excellent, and the meat lover's breakfast burrito was exactly what I was craving. I will definitely go back.

By far one of my favorite coffee shops in San Francisco has to be Alushe Coffee Bar. From the moment you walk in, you're immersed in the beautiful Mayan aesthetic. The mural and decor really set the tone and make the space feel warm, vibrant, and unique. They have an amazing selection of lattes (menu on window entrance) and food and the barista was incredibly helpful in guiding us through the menu. I ended up ordering the Venus latte, a cardamom and lavender latte. It had a lovely hint of spice and wasn't overly sweet, which is something I often struggle with at other coffee shops. If you prefer sweeter drinks, they definitely have plenty of options for that too. My husband kept it simple with a coffee, and it was honestly one of the smoothest cups we've ever had. We also ordered the Yucateco croissant sandwich. It was delicious, filled with beans, tomatoes, onions, eggs, avocado, sour cream, and fresh Mexican cheese. My husband thought it could have used a little more salt, but that was easily fixed with some hot sauce. Overall, it was flavorful, hearty, and satisfying. It was so good that we actually went back for a second round later. That time I tried the Chairific Bananarama, a banana oat milk chai with cardamom and banana chips. It was amazing. Not too sweet and it genuinely tasted like fresh banana. The only downside is that I wish I lived in San Francisco so I could come here all the time. Definitely will be my go to when coming to the city! read more

I work across the street and Alushe is my go to place when I need a quick bite or pick me up! Food, drinks and service are phenomenal! Jess and Marcos really make everyone feel welcome as soon as you walk in read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - CHORIZO MOLLETE - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

My favorite chilaquiles! This cafe has the KINDEST staff and such good food. They always greet you like you are a regular when you come in. They have a super varied menu. Personally I always get the chilaquiles with green salsa (you can also get red), and it's not spicy but you can add spicy salsa on the side. I prefer their seasonal lattes over their coffee, but they have a lot of options. Inside there are a lot of tables and looks like your typical classic coffee shop. They are working on a beautiful mural right now, so that'll add some color. read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - Chilaquiles with green salsa - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I couldn't get past the dirtiness let alone place an order, I'll pass. There is no way with that many people working behind the counter it should be that many spots of dirt, there's no way, germs at the buffet. Yuck!!!! small business does not equate to lack of standards. Ironically the employee chased me down to ask why i had a problem with establishment. Ma'am stand where I stood and tell me what you see....filth!!!!!!!! read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - the employee chased me down the block to ask my what did i see tht was so bad. why would i write a bad review? ma'am its dirty!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Such a good breakfast spot! Ordered a Horchata with espresso shots added and a Bacon & Avocado Breakfast Burrito with Chorizo added. 10/10 food and service! Jessica took our order and has the bubbliest personality. Great Ambiance and can't wait to come back and try lunch and dinner. Jessica mentioned they do banana leaf tamales as well as traditional masa. read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - Horchata with a shot of espresso and Bacon & Avocado Breakfast Burrito with Chorizo. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a relatively newer gem in the Inner Richmond with both sit down food offerings and coffee! I only had a cup of black coffee here, but am excited to go back and try the food as well. Parking: Standard Inner Richmond Parking--metered spots. It is on the corner of a busy street (Geary) so I'd suggest parking on one of the side streets. Would be more difficult during the weekends but weekdays shouldn't be too difficult. (FYI they are closed on Sundays) Service: Very friendly and kind service! Ambiance: Wide open and clean with plenty of tables. This would be a great place to work from (though I'm not sure about wifi and outlets) Food/Drinks: I can only speak to the coffee and I will tell you it was delicious but also STRONG! I am an avid coffee drinker and this one cup left me with the shakes. That being said, I loved it and it was worth the temporary anxiety lol. I attached a pic of their breakfast menu--the offerings seem unique and delicious and seems to include some healthy options. Overall, I had a great experience so far and can't wait to return! read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - Breakfast Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Remarkable cafe in the Richmond that is notable for a number of strengths that keep us coming back since they opened up: -SERVICE: this is a family run operation where the team makes a special effort to remember its customers and make them feel special each time they walk in the door. This -LATTES: this is a latte drinker's paradise. They put so much thought and effort into making very creative latte flavors with a rotating cast of specials - I've yet to find a place that does so many varieties of tasty lattes that keeps things interesting. -EMPANADAS: some stellar empanadas that make for easy light snacks and very easy for packing for golden gate park -HEALTHY FOODS: there are many cafes and restaurants I can't fit into my calories or macros when I am on a cut- but not this place. They can put together healthy salad or breakfast options (just see photos on yelp for examples of high fiber, high protein plates they've served) This is one of the best cafes in SF read more

A Mayan-Inspired coffee bar and cafe opened up recently in Inner Richmond serving great coffee, sandwiches, Argentinean Empanadas, and Yucatecan Breakfast burritos, etc. Very impressive selections of food and especially love the lattes and latte art. Cozy & casual ambiance with great service. Located on Geary Blvd and 6th Ave; across the street from Kaiser French Campus. read more

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One of these days I will remember to take photos of the food before I throw it down my throat. First, what an absolute gem. So glad we found this place. Let me start with the people. The owners, Marcos and Jessica, are salt of the earth kind of people. Rare and beautiful humans and for me that is such a big part of the places I want to support. Goes even beyond good service. Oddly felt like family and we talked to them for maybe 10 min while we placed our to go order. Came over to say hi to our baby!! The place is a cute spot as well. Now let me get to the food and drinks. They have a juice bar. Yep. Got a orange, carrot ginger juice that was perfect. For food we ordered the empanadas (humita with corn onion bell pepper and steak), Yucateco sandwich and the chicken tamale and all of them were delicious. No complaints about any of it. We don't live near this place but will be making the drive to return. Lucky for the people that live in the neighborhood and have this new spot in their backyard. read more

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The food? Delicious The coffee ? Nice and strong The vibe ? Hella good Jessica and her husband are always soooo kind working out at the front counter w/ each other and always know how to put a smile on my face, even when I'm having a bad day, they make it better! I 100% recommend this spot to anyone looking for a chill spot with cool people to go eat delicious food or drink. read more

Friendly and welcoming staff. Appreciate their warmth - contributes to a relaxed atmosphere inside the cafe.

Exceptional food, great service minus an issue thru DoorDash, so we ordered a different way and are pleased with the unique blend of flavors and authenticity of the heritage. They were polite over the phone and on top of orders, which I now wonder about the in store experience... thank you for the great food & coffee, & we will be back! read more

wonderful friendly service... Lovely foods - strawberry matcha latte, chicken empanada, avocado salmon toast, tea - great menu to try everything! read more

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Great spiced chai Latte, also had the green sauce chilequiles. Seemed plain at first but that was because the sauce isn't drizzled over the top, it's sitting on the bottom but once I realized that, I was able to mix it all together, and it had really good flavor. I don't recall the name of the dish my husband got but they made his order to his liking. Both dishes were good. And the customer service was nice. Lots of construction going on so it's hard to find street parking, but there is a small comfortable sitting area once inside. read more

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Couldn't decide on just one fresh pressed juice so had to try a few they were all fresh to death and soooo yummy. Sat down here to eat, work and catch up with a friend. It wasn't packed like other coffee shops in the city on a Saturday and the staff was SO NICE. read more

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I come to this amazing place on my lunch time, they got great drinks and delicious food. They are lovely and respectful people, from the cashier, bariata to the cooks. I recommend 10/1 read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - Vanilla ice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Friendly owners and amazing food! I work in the area and always visit when I want a barista-made coffee. Highly recommend the homemade tamales and tacos. And the Mayan chocolate is really something special. read more

I really enjoyed the very yummy breakfast burrito El Yucateco today for brunch. It's vegetarian and comes with salsa and chips. I like how this new cafe has a lot of yummy food offering instead of only drinks. I'm glad there are more Latin options in the Richmond now since I live only 1 block away. From their advertisement on the door, they're offering brunch and all day breakfast. It's open on Sundays now until 2pm. read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wonderful new shop that opened with lovely service and a wide selection of fun drinks and food items! My highlights were the empanadas which come with a chimichurri and habanero sauce (delicious!) and the turkey sandwich on sourdough, they do NOT skimp out on the meat and everything is so good! We tried the Pistachio Coldbrew as part of their Winter menu and were pleasantly surprised at how light and refreshing it was! All in all, a lovely spot and definitely recommend checking it out!!! read more

Absolutely love this coffee shop! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, you can really feel the care they put into everything they make. The coffee was rich and perfectly brewed, the green chilaquiles with cochinita is to die for. The staff? incredibly friendly and attentive. It's the kind of place that makes you want to come back again and again. Highly recommend supporting this local gem! read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - CHILAQUILES PLATE WITH COCHINITA ASADA TORTA - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love a good cup of coffee. Unfortunately it was not to be found here. It was really just expensive(!), tasteless, brown water. Very disappointing and surely the worst cup I've ever had in the City. So sad read more

Walnut Carrot cake latte: 1/5 I got this specialty winter drink iced and decaf. Sad to say the coffee taste was barely present. Nor was the taste of walnut carrot cake. The bits of candied walnuts inside were an amazing addition though! Service: Relatively fast! Friendly staff brought our drinks to our table. Ambiance: There was some music lightly playing in the background, plenty of seating, and a decent amount of outlets. Good wifi too. Overall: I would not get the walnut carrot cake latte drink again. Wouldn't recommend getting anything decaf if you enjoy the taste of coffee. Nonetheless, I would try something else next time as this is a solid spot for studying/working! read more

love this place! Their orange juice is always super fresh and delicious it honestly tastes like sunshine in a cup. The people here are so friendly and make you feel welcome every time. Definitely my go-to spot read more

Alushe Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I am so, so glad this is in the neighborhood! The staff is so friendly, the space is warm and inviting, and the coffee and food are good! Also, the food is very reasonably priced which is great! Will be back often. read more

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