Had some breakfast takeout good for 3. Everything was done quickly and the food was excellent. Nice small neighbourhood place that hits the spot. read more

Bagels sandwiches were good. Lox bagel, would have loved more capers or some dill to sharpen up the sandwich. Ube latte needs quite a bit more ube in it, had only the slightest hint of ube. read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was staying at the Cornell Hotel de France with my partner for their birthday and after our teeny tiny breakfast there, I was still hungry. I got a bagel sandwich -- it was the egg, sausage, and cheese one on an asiago bagel. I also got a regular latte with oat milk and a piece of the Hungarian coffee cake. I thought that was neat because my partner is Hungarian, so we were going to share it. I'm not big on walnuts, but it was pretty good! I'm giving four stars for the sweet service / staff and the fact that you can see everything being made for you. It seemed very inviting and relaxed inside, as well. I will say though, the most flavor from my bagel-sandwich came from the bagel itself, not the sausage or egg. It was a little bland, but I am in a very good mood because of being on vacation, so I wasn't disappointed. The latte was very rich and good. I will hopefully come back again soon, if my partner and I are in the area again. read more

I love Beanstalk! I come here for coffee and lunch, and bring other people here for meetings. Some tables occasionally say no working there which is nice. It's a great space--light and airy. I've enjoyed the Turkey pesto sandwich, Funky Town special breakfast sandwich in January 2025, an iced oat latte, and a special Taro latte. I loved the taro flavor of the taro latte. Both sandwiches were good quality bread and meat. The sauces were a nice accessory and not over-done. I love the service and space. It's a Lower Nob Hill/Union Square treasure! read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Turkey pesto sandwiches and Taro latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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In town staying at the awesome and stupid cheap Emblem Hotel around the corner and needed sustenance in between business meetings. Looked up my trusty Yelp app and the Beanstalk Cafe stood out with its great reviews. The place didn't disappoint! I ordered the Funky Town breakfast sandwich ($13.75) chock full of yumminess: Mayo, PJ Chees (pepper jack cheese), cream cheese, chorizo sausage, regular sausage, bacon, egg, onion & apple. This sandwich was perfect. So many flavors, ooey gooey WITH APPLES (Wut!) on a delicious toasted ciabatta. It is a big sandwich so I hope you have a big appetite. I could certainly finish it off because it was so yummy but instead, I gave the other half to my room attendant/maid. Service was super friendly and quick and the place is tiny but cute. Highly recommend. read more

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I was lucky to find Beanstalk during my stay in SF. This place is so so good! I walked from my hotel for a quick weekday brunch. A very cozy space to have your coffee and breakfast sandwich. I have to say the copper cup for my iced oat milk vanilla latte is so genius. Do they serve iced latte's in copper cups at other places? This keeps the latte cold until the last drop. I had the bagel sando with egg, sausage on an everything bagel. This really hits the spot! The service is friendly and staff is helpful. Really good experience during my visit. I'm sure this place gets busy during the peak hours at breakfast. Highly recommend. A must visit when in the area. read more

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The lox bagel is amazing - highly recommend! I get it often. The cafe is cute and the vibes are great.

With one free morning in SF before heading back to the east coast, I found Beanstalk on Yelp not too far from my hotel. They opened early, had breakfast sandwiches and coffee and a place to sit AND great reviews, that checked off all of my boxes! This great little cafe had a decent amount of tables, so I could see it being a great place to plop down with a laptop, book or a friend and spend a little bit of time. I forgot all the things so it was just me and my delicious sandwich for the 20 min. If you are stopping in for breakfast, get the Bush Street morning sandwich. Fluffy bread, crispy bacon, fresh tomato, thinly sliced onions, some greens, and of course the egg. I added avocado and I could barely finish half. It was a more expensive breakfast than I would typically expect (about $25 for an iced latte + the sandwich) but it was basically two meals and it was a seriously great sandwich. The man taking my order was quiet but kind and I appreciated the sign that let me know to expect my sandwich to take about 15 minutes to make. It was right on the nose but after you see your meal and take a bite, it makes sense. Will be adding this to my list of spots to return to when I am back in town! After a week in SF and a week of great eats, thanks for a fantastic last bite before returning home! read more

Great customer service, delicious espresso, wonderful sandwiches. This is my go-to for quick coffee and yummy, quick eats. Their customer service is great and this place makes you feel like you're in a different country when you're sitting out front. Great ambiance. I'm going here tomorrow. read more

Beanstalk Cafe was just a short walk from our hotel, so I decided to venture out with my toddler in tow. The place itself is small but very cozy. They have tables outside if you want to people-watch. Inside, I particularly loved sitting at the communal table by the bay window--it's perfect for watching cars and people go about their daily life. The Hits * Excellent Coffee & Bagel: For myself, I absolutely loved the iced latte. My "Everything" bagel was done exactly how I want it: warm, perfectly toasted with spread, and nicely cut! I would definitely come back just for their coffee and sandwiches. The Misses (Mostly for Families) * Limited Breakfast Items: This place offers mostly sandwiches, and I was disappointed when they didn't have anything for my picky eater toddler like yogurt or cereal. I sadly had to settle for a brownie for him at 8 AM. * Service Struggles: The guy who took my order couldn't understand me when I asked for milk for my toddler. I don't think I have a heavy accent, so that was frustrating. I also hate when they put it in a cup that's not kid-friendly (no lid or spill-proof design). * A Note on Empathy: Thankfully, the second guy, who looked like the owner, showed way more empathy and seemed to understand the situation better. Bottom Line: This is a wonderful spot for a cozy coffee break and a great bagel, especially if you're alone or with adults. Just know that you'll have to get creative if you're looking for simple, healthy breakfast options for a toddler. read more

This place had rave reviews and we were on the other side of the neighborhood on our way to Salesforce park, so we detoured to grab our morning coffees and a bite to eat. The bulgogi looked super good so we saved our appetite and decided on eating when we got coffee. It was.......... okay. The drinks - we tried an iced white mocha and an iced soy hazelnut latte, both took a while to get even when ordered to-go. They weren't very good and were expensive for the size; normally I chalk it up to the economy and obv being in the city, the price still didnt match the product or the place. They were a bit pretentious for being lackluster and not great quality. It seemed bothersome when people would approach to order. The espresso shots tasted like they pulled them too late and were a bit bitter and watered down. The inside is tiny, which is expected. It is a little crowded because of the layout but they do a decent job of having seats where they can, and 2 small patio tables out front on the sidewalk. My biggest gripe was that they were out of a LOT... and some items they didnt put signage that they were out of stock. Including the bulgogi sandwich we were looking forward to trying, and most bagel flavors on their menu were also out. We reluctantly tried a bagel breakfast sandwich w sausage and we regretted it quickly. It took super long to come out and was very basic, no flavor or seasoning on the eggs or the meat and the bagel was cold. The sausage was just a sliced link that was disappointing in flavor as well, especially for the price. We wont be coming back and wouldn't recommend it, but I hope they take feedback into account as I understand how competitive it is for coffee shops in the city. :/ read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Iced oat milk latte w hazelnut, iced white mocha - tasted like a flavored Keurig over ice - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Cute local cafe. High 3 stars. Very good service - I changed my mind about a million times and the woman at the counter was endlessly patient with me. No wait around 8:30am on a Friday morning. They had a few customers, I saw some people come in and out, there was space to sit. No more cragels, which I'd seen on reviews and was the reason I came :(. Total for 2 bagels and a latte including tax/tip: $31.23. * Matcha Latte ($5.75) - 3.5 stars. Wholesome and tasty, not too sweet. But I wish the foam was thicker. * Bacon egg bagel ($10.50) - 3.5 stars. Bagel was a little hard, so it did slide around a bit when biting into the sandwich. Otherwise good! read more

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We were staying in San Francisco for a conference, and decided when Sunday morning to drop by here for some breakfast. They have really tasty sandwiches, including multiple vegetarian options, which was nice for me. We got a chai latte which was beautifully steamed and hit the spot. There's not a ton of room inside to sit, especially when it gets busy, but on a Sunday morning around nine, it wasn't full at all. Highly highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

Wow, low bar with these reviews here. This place kinda sucked. The coffee was old and bitter, a hard combo to produce. The area was surrounded by passed out bums. And if you're really just Jonesing for that late 1990s vibe, this place will hook you up by charging you for Wi-Fi! Literally like a time warp here. read more

Beanstalk Cafe - 1990s Wi-Fi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've previously rated this place well and loved coming here, but my last visit left me unsatisfied, especially for the price. We once loved their bagel sandwiches, but this time, the bagel tasted bland/not fresh, same goes for the bacon, which looked almost translucent rather than crispy. It also seems like they no longer have their beloved cragels. Additionally, there were way less fresh pastry items & our coffee tasted average. read more

Why the attitude when you serving your guests??? I came in order coffee and sandwich at this place. The person at the cash register was very rude. He didn't even make eye contact, and didn't give me straight answers. The service like this can harm the business. I hope the person in charge sees this review and talk to this guy. read more

Got an iced dirty chai here and it's delicious! I wanted a local shop vibe for morning coffee and this spot delivered. read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Cool vibe in the coffee shop; quaint and busy! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Stopped in here for a quick lunch. I got the Bul-Go-Gi Beef and a latte. The food was good for the prices and the staff was very friendly. I would definitely go again if I am in the area. Bul-Go-Gi Beef: I was pretty happy with my sandwich. The bread had a nice crunch to it and the meat seasoning was sweet, but not overwhelmingly so. Not huge, but pretty reasonably sized. Latte: No complaints here. Tasted good, but nothing out of the ordinary. The servers were nice and helpful with any menu questions. The menu informs sandwiches take about 15 minutes, which was roughly how long it ended up taking for my order. The inside of the cafe is pretty small, but after about five minutes outside I was able to get a table. read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This place is meh. The coffee is good, but the service made me not want to come back. They were all just huffy and couldn't be bothered if you asked them for something. The bagels were pretty mid too. Too bad, it's a cute place. read more

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This is my go to whenever I don't feel like bringing lunch with me to work. They have great sandwiches and bagels and I cannot decide on what is my favorite one. I am definitely loving the lox bagel and pastrami sandwich. Great spot in Nob Hill! read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Pastrami Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is solely to alert people not to order in advance. The cafe doesn't use any services anymore.

Yum yum! I loved the bagel sandwich shop with coffee. The atmosphere has the small coffee shop feel. My friends had the breakfast sando. My significant other and I decided to share half of the breakfast sandos and the tomato, cheese, lox, arugula breakfast bagel. These sandwiches were delicious! Both sandwiches were delicious but we definitely loved one more than the other! Half of the breakfast lox sandwich was enhaled. We had the coffee too! What a great vibe experience! read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Lox bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Sorry to do this, but the cappuccino was almost undrinkable. The people seemed nice enough though and the price was reasonable

although the food is good and the coffee is decent the hispanic guy that works the register/ makes the coffee (had a band tattoo on his arm and facial hair) is kinda rude. I tried to ask questions about the coffee options and his responses were very dry, almost treating me as if I were dumb. After looking at other reviews I can see I'm not the only one who had this kind of experience. probably won't be going back read more

We were a group of four. Was supposed to be no1 cafe in our local area. Service was terrible from counter staff chap who simply could not give a stuff. Photos are from years ago as place looked tatty. Food was not good. Restroom with dirty mop had no toilet tissue and when our woman guests asked for some, the counter chap did not even bother getting off his phone. read more

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We had such high hopes for this place. We ordered two flat whites and a bagel sandwich. Drinks weren't good. We couldn't even finish half. The sandwich was boring. Don't need to come back. read more

Decided to try their homemade turkey pesto and it was delicious! Extremely fresh and very filling! Would definitely recommend getting that one! read more

Quick easy spot for a breakfast sandwich. I got the sausage breakfast bagel and it was good. Food is made to order so a little bit of a wait but it comes out hot and fresh. Glad I found it, it was close to our hotel. read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Bagel Sando - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place is teeny tiny! I was behind a couple and outside! The menu is posted on the board. I went with breakfast sandwich ( Morning sandwich) with extra lettuce. Although a little pricey- it's a lot of sandwich. (Two meals for me). The bread is amazing! I'm a carb girl and this hits every button: crusty outside, fluffy inside, great flavor! Bacon good. Tomatoe and onion sliced paper thin. Arugula adds a nice touch of peppery flavor. Skimpy on the lettuce and definitely did't get extra. read more

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Coffee is always the first thing my husband needs to start his day, so after once again parking at Union Square, we did a quick search to find a coffee shop nearby that was open and had outdoor seating so we could relax with our puppy. Beanstalk checked all those boxes, so off we went. They weren't exceptionally busy when we arrived, and we were able to claim one of the two outdoor tables they have available. My husband went in to order (Dirty Chai for me [$5.75), latte for him [$4.95] plus a sausage Cragel for us to share [$10.75]). He was given a number and came out to sit with us while we waited for the drinks and the Cragel. What is a Cragel, you ask? Well, I'll tell ya: it's a bagel and a croissant Frankenstein'd together. I'd never heard of or tried one before and knew I'd hate myself if I let the opportunity to sample one pass me by. We got the sandwich option to offer a bit of sustenance before we got on with our day. As much as we enjoyed this spot, I have to take a star off for the service. Or, for the miscommunication around the service. Remember how I said above that my husband was given a number for our table when he ordered? We put that number (SUPER cute artwork on it, btw, I had to take a picture) while we waited. Maybe three minutes later one of the employees came out and said, "Your drinks are ready on the counter" and then walked back in. Now, we have no issue with having to pick our drinks up. But I took issue with two things in this situation: a) when my husband got the number, the employee said, "we'll bring everything out in a moment". "Everything", in this case, we took to mean "all the things you ordered"; and 2) the employee who came out to tell us our drinks were sitting on the counter could have easily, I don't know, brought the drinks to us? Like, would it have been that much effort for her to carry two cups 50 feet to our table? Anyway, the dirty Chai was good and my husband enjoyed his latte. We were both pleased by the texture of the Cragel (my husband is neither a bagel or croissant super-fan, so I didn't expect him to like it.) The Cragel had the crispy flakiness of a croissant with the density of a bagel. It was odd, it took a second for my brain to process everything, but I found I really enjoyed it. So much so that when I went inside to chuck our cups I took a moment to see if I could order a dozen of the Cragel to go. Because I had every intention of stopping here before we drove back to San Diego. Alas, it didn't seem to be possible, so I was left with just the memory of that bready moment to hold me over. read more

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I was just kicked out of the restaurant for having my computer open, despite the fact that every other person also had it open. Apparently one table (the largest) requires food purchase... and no computers? It's also a $10 minimum to use Wi-Fi and all kinds of other nonsense -- all blamed conspicuously on "rising costs." read more

Unfortunately, I had a very unpleasant experience here. Customer Service was very subpar and the people that work at this location should work on their "people" skills. While there, the cashier informed my party that the listed prices were incorrect; he used a sharpie to change and raise the price of a burrito in real-time. Additionally, when I asked if he could remove the bacon from one of the sandwiches, he huffed and puffed in annoyance and stated, "all of the sandwiches come as is and he couldn't make any changes to them". I decided to proceed with the sandwich as is and give the café a chance. Upon receipt of the sandwich, I noticed that the bacon was undercooked. When I came back up to the ordering section, the cook greeted me with a disturbed, "What do you want?" The cashier then proceeded to interject and tell me that he wished I would have told him that I liked bacon well-cooked beforehand, again expressing annoyance. Ultimately, I requested a refund since the overall attitude of the staff was very unpleasant. Maybe they were having a bad day, but overall, it was a very unappealing experience. read more

It's okay for what it is and the price. We only tried the sandwiches and they were a bit dry. The spicy chicken sandwich was not spicy. read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Homemade Pesto Turkey (back), Spicy Chicken (front) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

i came here to try the bagels and matcha. i looked at prior reviews here and the matcha looked pretty good, however mine was essentially all milk. i was very sad because in the pictures it looked much greener :( i can't speak to their coffee so maybe i'll go again to try, but the matcha was disappointing. if i rated just the bagel though, i would give it 4/5. read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Iced matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

They were out of cragels around 11am on a Sunday. We got the bagel sando with sausage, egg, and cheese, and a tuna salad sandwich, as well as an iced mocha. The sandwiches were tasty and filling, made fresh with quality ingredients, and a nice light crunch on that asiago bagel. And that iced mocha was one of the best I've had, sweet and creamy, I'm craving it now! The service was standard, and seating was limited both inside and outside the cafe, but we were able to find an outdoor table with seats, as people came and went fairly quickly, just as we did. I'd return to try the cragels. read more

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Came here with a few friends of mine while visiting the city. Was looking for a breakfast spot with some good coffee, and we ended up here at Beanstalk. The Food: I went with a "Lox Bagel" and a "Dirty Chai Latte". The Lox bagel was good! Had a good amount of lox on the bagel, with plenty of greens to pair it with. I enjoyed it a lot. The Dirty Chai Latte was delicious as well. That Chai flavor was well there and it wasn't too sweet. The Service: Service was good. Staff were friendly. This place can get really busy in the morning, so come early or be prepared to wait for a bit. However, the food/drinks do come out in a timely manner. The Atmosphere: This spot is quite small. Not that many places to sit here, so most of the time I saw people just ordering their foods to go. Overall, a 4/5. Very good breakfast spot to grab yourself a bagel/sandwich and some coffee. I'd recommend giving this place a try. read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Lox Bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Only stopped in twice! but both times the coffee was extremely delicious. The only bothersome aspect is that they have two speakers playing two different songs. Please stick to one, because I can hear both songs. It is annoying. The staff are very kind. read more

Beanstalk Cafe - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came in to get a sandwich and drink and watched the guy make my sandwich with bare hands and no gloves. Quite disappointed so I threw my sandwich out when I left. read more

I ordered a bagel w/ cream cheese and a caramel latte w/ almond milk. The employees are nice and helpful.

Wonderful sandwiches, would highly recommend the pesto turkey. Located in a pretty central area of the city, its easiest to park in a garage and walk over. The cafe is small, so getting a seat may be hard, but the food is very good. Order at the counter and then sit down later. read more