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    Caffe Greco

    4.0 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    CAFFE GRECO ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    Neda P.

    A classic SF experience that transports you to Europe and forces you to slow down and appreciate all the hustle bustle and charm of SF! Recommend coming here for a coffee and pastry! You will walk away feeling refreshed!

    Cheesecake
    Arman Eli P.

    I don't know why it took me this long to write a review because my partner and I have been here before, but after last night, it feels right. We stopped by after our Valentine's dinner because we wanted to find a cozy place for dessert and coffee to end the night. Café Greco just felt like the perfect choice -- somewhere warm, simple, and comfortable. I had a cappuccino, and we shared cheesecake and tiramisu. The cappuccino was smooth and warm -- the kind that makes you slow down and just enjoy the moment. The cheesecake was creamy without being too sweet, and the tiramisu had that soft espresso flavor that melts perfectly into every bite. Simple, classic, and consistently good. What we really love is the atmosphere. It's cozy, relaxed, and feels very neighborhood -- no rush, no pressure, just a place to sit and talk. It's become part of our little traditions. Also, just a heads up -- it's cash only, so make sure to come prepared. And honestly, that old-school charm is part of why we appreciate it. It's always great to support a local spot that's been part of the community for years. We'll definitely keep coming back -- especially for nights like this.

    Afshin A.

    Almost a decade after my first review, Caffè Greco is still one of my go-to spots in North Beach. It is a place where I can sit, enjoy a good cup of coffee, and relax without feeling rushed. I'm a local, and after trying just about every café in the neighborhood over the years, Greco continues to hold its place near the top of my list. What keeps me coming back is how consistently comfortable it is. It's a no-frills café with plenty of seating, enough room to spread out, and a steady neighborhood vibe that makes it easy to settle in for an hour or two. The coffee is solid, the service is friendly, and it works just as well for a quick espresso stop as it does for a longer reading session. It's also a good people-watching spot without feeling loud or chaotic. One small detail that still makes me smile is the contrast between the café's name and its North Beach setting, but labels aside, what matters is that it works. Years later, it remains a reliable neighborhood café, and that's exactly why I keep coming back.

    Jessie H.

    Best tiramisu omg, not the best I ever had but pretty close second! It's moist and light , not too sweet and its a somewhat healthy portion. Pricey but worth every bite! I will keep coming back over and over. Some of the other sweets are good too if they are out of the tiramisu. Ambiance is cute & romantic cafe with seats at the window, cafe from french or Italian movie kinda feel... its big with 2 sides for seating. The service is fast & the guys are friendly, it cash only!

    Joanna W.

    A spacious cafe in north beach that has indoor and outdoor seating. A great vibe at night and the cafe takes cash only for drinks and food. A great place to chat with friends and stays open late at night.

    Anna J.

    We stopped by Cafe Grecco in search of some dessert after dinner in Little Italy and popped in here. Please note: CASH ONLY!!! That took me be by surprise but its worth it!! We got 2 pieces of dessert - a tiramisu and another chocoalte liquor cake. We also got hot chocolate which just had to be one of the richest most flavorful hot chocolates I have ever had! The dessert was delicious and I thought everything was great. Docking a star because the cash only thing wasn't the best and I thought it was a little expensive.

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    Tori H.

    CASH ONLY! This place is an iconic North Beach cafe. Everyone that works here is so friendly and very kind to their regulars. I got the prosciutto, mozzarella, roasted pepper panini which was listed as the customer favorite on the menu. It was a good panini, however, nothing special. My friend got the breakfast panini and liked it but again nothing special, and he preferred the prosciutto, mozzarella, roasted pepper panini instead. The place has great espresso and beautiful looking pastries. I will be coming back for a giant cookie someday soon. The food didn't blow me away, but I love the ambiance of this place and will take anyone that is visiting here. Just a ish it wasn't cash only, but I get it.

    It looks good!
    Inverleith F.

    The atmosphere here is what draws you in as well as the assortment of sweet treats. Being here on a Saturday reminds me of the old days when the City was vibrant so it was great to experience this again. Hubby is on the hunt for an authentic cannoli so we came here based on you yelper. The filling is pretty good and smooth with mini chocolate chips. The shell was okay and not crispy since the cannoli is prefilled. Eating this back at the hotel and I really needed a nice cappuccino. Ugh! We also picked up a tiramisu which was okay. It was quite wet and lacking in coffee flavor and I'm not sure if the cream is heavy cream versus mascapone. It was very light and not overly sweet at all. Next time I want to try more housemade treats and a cappuccino! Please support this local business.

    Tiramisu
    Mansi A.

    Main note about this place is that it's CASH ONLY!!! I'm a Tiramisu lover and this place definitely hit the spot. It's a cute little cafe with great ambiance, definitely best during the day time with the sunlight. Would definitely recommend!

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    Alyse K.

    Best tiramisu I've had in North Beach (even though it's not pictured). Not too sweet, and a perfect balance of all the flavors tiramisu has to offer. Cannoli and cappuccino (pictured) were good, but nothing special quite like the tiramisu. Kind staff and usually plenty of seating as well. Cash only

    I was a bit suspicious at first. I was looking for a coffee and I noticed that there was a lot of other items on the menu. I have to say I was very pleasantly surprised by my latte. The man who gave me my latte was very kind and seemed to know what he was doing. We sat outside and it was good Sunny vibes. Definitely will come back and maybe even order some food.

    Mina G.

    After having a delicious meal at the Stinking Rose across the street on a beautiful Saturday afternoon in San Francisco. We decided to stop for a beautiful coffee at my favorite Café spot. I've been coming here for years, and you come here because the coffee is on point! On this day, I had affogato, which means coffee with ice cream. It was the perfect way to end a beautiful lunch. The service is always fast because they're always busy, and they know how to get you going. Most people take it to go. I always stay and enjoy sitting in a coffee shop that makes beautiful coffee and delicious pastries. That's all I need to know. Maybe I'll see you there. Cheers, my friends. See you on YELP 06/09/25 Review #376

    Tiramisu
    Chaylene G.

    This has always been our go to Tiramisu spot! When it's coming out a Pyrex pan you know it's going to be really good. The staff is super friendly and they are really fast turning around your order. It felt like a Tardis entering the cafe. At first it was deceivingly small but when you turn to the left there was a lot of more seating. They also have seating on the outside too which is really nice. Protip: Don't forget to bring Cash!!!! This is a cash only establishment.

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    Is this the type of cafe where I can work on my laptop while enjoying a cappuccino and dessert? Is there reliable WiFi?

    Yes! Wifi is super great and quick, and there's tons of folks here on their laptops all the time.

    Do they offer delivery? Even take-out?

    They do takeout!

    Anyone know how I can support this amazing cafe I love so much in my neighborhood? Are their gift cards available I can buy or another way to help the staff directly?

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