Very cute cafe by day and wine bar (Bar Bibi) by night! The owner(s?) were so friendly and welcomed everyone in like family. They were chatting with everyone who came in which was nice to see. Seems like a lot of regulars come here. The space was perfect for working on a Thursday morning. It wasn't too loud but felt lively from people chatting. I ordered a latte with their ispahan syrup which was so good! Perfectly sweet and not too bitter. I loved the pink mug they serve it in as well. Their food menu looks yummy though I didn't order anything, so I'll be back to try food! Seems like the food menu rotates often as well. The kitchen closes at 1pm. The space inside is cozy and vibey. Free wifi is a huge plus. Definitely my new fav cafe in the area. read more

Better Half Coffee - vibe - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Love this place. Great ambiance, lots of seating. Service is spectacular, I mean you just order at the counter but they're super friendly. Just had a single origin espresso, best I've had in a long time. Would recommend. They suggested a hazelnut caramel cookie that was perfectly paired. Yum yum in my tum tum read more

Better Half Coffee - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Second visit while in San Francisco. We ordered an oat milk matcha latte, scone, hen and egg, and chocolate mousse. The egg was perfectly cooked, firm on the outside with a runny center, and the mushrooms were well prepared. The drinks were served at a comfortable temperature, not too hot. Service was attentive Also loved was a dog friendly place. read more

I know a breakfast sandwich is $12 on the low end, so it wasn't sticker shock. What shocked me was how next level the sandwich was!!! The person bringing it to my table walked me through all the elements in the sandwich. It was clear they had taken a lot of care making it special. And it was. Amazing and complex flavor profile...in an egg sandwich! Delightfully surprised by how an everyday thing was made extraordinary. read more

As a coffee nerd, I love this place! The owner is so knowledgeable and passionate about the coffee. They explain everything about the coffee to you. They also have great hot foods. It's a great place to go sit and work. It gets pretty packed on Fridays so I recommend going earlier. I also went on a Tuesday and it was much calmer. They have large tables so you can bring your laptop to work. A great (hidden) gem of SF! read more

Better Half Coffee - Crepe and drip coffee - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Joshua, the owner, is amazing and makes the space feel incredibly inviting and welcoming. I ordered a matcha with the house-made isaphan syrup and really enjoyed it. The latte doesn't have the strongest matcha flavor or vibrant green color but they use ceremonial-grade matcha so it's still very solid and highly recommend getting the isaphan syrup with it. This is a great place to work during the day! Nice music, plenty of people on laptops, and a relaxed atmosphere. It would also be perfect for a coffee date or just reading a book. There are a few outdoor tables on the sidewalk and lots of seating inside. It operates as a coffee shop during the day and transitions into a wine bar and restaurant at night. I didn't get to try the food since they stop serving lunch at 1 PM, but the lunch options looked great, and the dinner menu looks amazing. I'll definitely be back to try it. read more

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The energy was fantastic! There was great attention to detail at the cafe, great explanations of the menu/drinks and their in home creations. The ambiance was great, natural lighting, and for being a smaller space there was plenty of seats. People were eating, chatting, working on their computers, or just reading. A space for everyone. I will be coming back! read more

A local gem in Nob Hill! It's a cafe during the day and bar at night time. The atmosphere is cozy with plenty of tables to work from. The owner at the front is really friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. It's apparent every dish has been thoughtfully made. Felt like a high end dining experience but at decent prices. Matcha latte: Light drink and has a subtle sweetness. Love the foam at the top. Patty melt: The sausage patty was so good. It's perfectly grilled and juicy with melted cheese and fresh lettuce on top. The mustard sauce on the side also added a nice kick to it. Would love to come back to try their other pastries. read more

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Have you ever walked into a new place and instantly know that you're gonna like it? That's how felt about Better Half Coffee. From the space, to the music, to the menu, to the people, I knew that this is going to be my go-to cafe. Coffee is excellent here. So far I've had an iced latte and a mocha. I'm not a coffee expert, but I enjoy the smooth flavors here. And I don't find it acidic, which I like. As for food, I've tried the Thai butter cake and avocado confit. The cake is delicious! It has the flavors of a Thai tea with the decadence of butter. The crumb was soft and the jam added the right amount of sweetness. It paired well with my iced latte as it had no sugar. I recently had the avocado confit and wow! It has punchy flavors from the mustard seeds and mustard vinaigrette. The poppy seeds provided a crunchy texture next to the silkiness of the avocado. And I'm not a fan of pickled onions, but it added another layer of acidity that I enjoyed. It came with a crusty ciabatta for dipping. And it was emphasized that it's not avocado toast, which I found amusing. And it's true anyway lol. Service is excellent! I've never been to a casual cafe where they provide details on what you're about to eat. I have the short term memory of Dory, so I appreciate that. Plus, I love learning how something is crafted. I will try to make a pilgrimage here once a week on days when I work remotely. They just have really good vibes all around, and that's something I like to surround myself with. read more

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New find in the neighborhood and love that it's so close! The coffee in the morning with wine bar at night is a great combination. The people behind the bar are friendly and efficient with the orders. The coffee itself is delicious - love the cappuccino and my friends love the matcha. Their pastries are a great variety - tried the Gruyère onion tartlet and the breakfast patty melt which was small but delicious. It's a great vibe and lots of neighborhood regulars are often there with computers. read more

Better Half Coffee - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great coffee, served with a smile, in a welcoming relaxed environment. Very chill but energetic music fills the air as perfectly pulled and precisely dialed espresso hits your tastebuds. There are plenty of tables and chairs to do light work or catch up with a friend, and the espresso, served only for here, has a smooth intentionality that warrants a return visit. read more

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Love this place . It is popup store inside a wine bar. It is coffee shop in the morning and wine bar in the evening. They just opened about 4 months. I am not sure if this is their permanent place. We were looking for coffee shop near North Beach and found it. The interior is very nice with small section where they take order and prepare the coffee. There are some pastries to choose from and they also have something from kitchen. The owner is very friendly and based on our conversation, he has been in coffee world for quite sometimes. We order matcha, cortado and latte. They have milk options if you are lactose intolerance. We also order Confit Avocado. The order was ready quickly which surprise me. The coffee and matcha were tasty. The highlight is the Confit Avocado. It is so yummy and different than regular avocado toast which you get from many coffee shop. They infuse the avocado with oil. I never had this before. it is at next level. The price is reasonable and good this is it is pet friendly place. read more

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Another cute coffee shop to add to your stop! The interior is quaint and cozy, especially with the vibrant window nook and the cozy upstairs area. Grab your coffee and enjoy one of their yummy treats from their display case, or order one of their hot and fresh made items like the Thai butter cake. The slightly sweet cake is soft with a chewy, crispy outer layer and pairs so well with their passionfruit apricot seasonal jam and creamy custard. It took a few minutes for them to prep the food but service was over all friendly! read more

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Better half coffee/Bar bibi is a nice new addition to the Polk neighborhood. While not on one of the usual foot traffic streets it still warrants a stop by no matter the time of day. During the day they serve coffee and pastries and then transition to a wine bar as the day progresses. It's a cozy place with a handful of seating areas inside and they usually have a few tables set up outside for when the weather is nice. The food options are worth trying. Had their breakfast sandwich and it was quite delicious, the sauce, sausage and bread went together quite nicely. They also have extensive wine options and the staff are very nice in trying to help you find one that you'd like. Will definitely be adding it to my rotation of places to go to in the neighborhood. read more

one of those cozy "cafe by day, bar by night" nooks. ispahan latte ($7.50) was balanced & foamed nicely. beans are from hedge coffee which I recall to be quite acidic but the acidity was masked in this latte. pretty small space so it can get loud for working but it's nice and the baristas are really friendly! read more

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The coffee and food are amazing here. You might ask, why not five stars then? Well, while the lady is very nice and personable that takes your order (when she's there), the man is reminiscent of the "soup guy" on Seinfeld. If you deal with him, don't joke around or try to initiate conversation or it's the "soup guy"--seriously--It's still a wonderful place to go--one of the best cafes in the City, and even if I interact with the guy, I chuckle later 'cause he's totally a version of the "soup guy." read more

Got recommendations from friend that made me would like to try this place and was impressive. Joshua was amazing, explaining the food and drinks in great detail and great service mind. I ordered an Iced latte and it was smooth, just the way I like it. The pastries were also very delicious. They weren't too sweet and had a smooth texture that complemented the butter cream and apricot jam, which was very delicious. Highly recommended and definitely be back. read more

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great breakfast and pastry selection, great service. cute inside and a good amount of seating for a small place. 10/10 recommend read more

Better Half Coffee - coffee and pastries - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Surprisingly cool experience. A block away from Polk street, which makes it nice, away from the business. Possibly the best tasting iced americano I have ever had. I would definitely go back when I am in the area to try other coffee drinks. I would imagine all their coffee drinks would be great. And the Thai butter cake was pretty enjoyable as well. And super friendly people running the shop. read more

This place is so inviting! Fairly new, and I'd highly recommend it. The barista was really kind, showed me the WiFi right away before me asking. They have plenty of seating, not too crowded and chairs outside. They also have great food options! read more

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Amazing coffee and small bites :) I'm gluten intolerant and there are also options suitable for me! I'm so glad this place is in my neighborhood read more

Better Half Coffee - Latte with house syrup - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Cute SF neighborhood coffee shop! I had a great latte and the baristas were very friendly. We'll be back on our next trip to SF read more

Better Half Coffee - Latte - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Best coffee in the neighborhood. Cute, dog friendly space. Yum small bites to eat, beignets are delish.

Was excited to spot a new coffee shop on my morning walk. Had to try a latte to go but would recommend sitting down and savoring the experience with the many pastry offerings. The server was very friendly and the inside and outside areas were inviting. Next time I will plan to stay for the full experience. read more