Charlie’s Cafe

love this coffee shop to chill and especially to work at! plenty of tables and seating, charging…read moreoutlets, free wifi, and a bathroom are all available, plus it's open late. service is super friendly - they make you feel completely at home here. they also have a tv and play sports games sometimes so you could come hang and watch a game there! they seem to serve a huge variety of drinks, including traditional middle eastern tea or coffee as well as specialty espresso and matcha beverages with lots of flavor options. they also serve sweets like baklava, cheesecakes, and milk cakes, in addition to savory bites like meat/cheese pies. i like that they kind of have something for every craving! i was super impressed by their drinks and food. as someone who is picky about iced lattes, their iced latte ratio is on point. i only tried the coffee so i can't speak to the matcha, but my friend and i really enjoyed the spanish latte and the date latte. they have a large selection of milks including soy, which is always nice. for food, we got their spicy chicken pie. the dough was really fresh & soft with a slight chew and the chicken was so flavorful (and honestly pretty spicy). overall i have nothing bad to say about this place! i think it's an awesome place to get work done or chill with friends. i'll probably be back at some point to try their sweet pastries and assortment of other drinks.

My friend recommended this cafe in the Mission and we decided to give it a try. They have a large…read moremenu of drinks, pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and baked goods. I ordered the Iced Finjan Latte and Pistachio Baklava. I got my caffeine fix from the latte and enjoyed the flavor as well. The Pistachio Baklava also made for a sweet breakfast. If you're looking for something even more sweet, get the Pistachio Milk Cake, which made for a yummy treat.

Photo 1: Montage of images from Finjan Qahwa

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Deliciousness walnut baklava

Pinhole Coffee

4.5(295 reviews)

Nice neighborhood coffee shop in a Bernal Heights near a park to enjoy . Pastry and coffee to enjoy!read more

Our favorite local coffee shop. The drinks are carefully…read moremade Normal big selection of drinks. They feature different roasters and have a nice selection of baked goods too. They have ample seating inside with good calm music, and a great outdoor parklet. Staff if helpful and knowledgeable

A beautiful Piccolo, thank you Pinhole!

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Such a cute logo. Piccolo

Noe Cafe

4.1(133 reviews)

0.8 mi•Noe Valley

Was driving around and found this place…read more They had a pop up crepe thing outside so you could get some freshly made crepes if you're hungry. Got their fresh mango matcha latte and wow, the mango is sweet and freshly pureed. Unlike Super Dupers Mango Tajin shake which is sour and pulpy. This mango is legit good. Would definitely come back here to try their fresh orange juice and lemonade and other drinks!

A lot of pastry, toast, and matcha choices! However, the only syrup available for lattes is…read morevanilla. There is a super cute dog that roams around the cafe and there is outdoor seating as well. The aesthetics in this cafe is amazing and the staff are very friendly, would come back!

This barista made my latte and it was delightful. Look how cute this coffee shop is.

March drink specials: Ube white mocha and New Orleans latte

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Noe Cafe, is a wonderful neighborhood cafe. for the moment no indoor seating.

Progressive Grounds

4.1(458 reviews)

My favorite for a casual solo lunch. Serene garden patio in the back, quiet & cozy ambiance with…read morejust enough cushioned bench seats, stack of local newspapers in the back room, and I love me a kefta wrap.

Very quiet and quaint cafe in Bernal Heights…read more Plenty of seating, beautiful window and natural lightening. Also a wealth of outlets against the wall in the front of the store by the register. Great place to study. Chai Latte wasn't great. Extremely sweet, not spicy. They use a concentrated chai and mix with milk. You can ask for heavier chai content while ordering, no extra charge. Nonetheless, service is fast and everyone is super friendly.

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Almond latte

CoffeeShop

4.6(431 reviews)

0.3 mi•Bernal Heights

Good coffee every time, good pastries every time, and I love the baristas!! Shoutout Jissel for…read morebeing so kind and warm and welcoming whenever I see her there

New go-to! Came in bright and early to check out their fresh…read morebatch of pastries - YUM!!!! Had the pleasure of meeting Tyler today. Also a treat! He was kind, informative, and overall a pleasant encounter. He made the best dirty chai and helped me pair it with a sweet and savory pastry. I will definitely be back soon!

Lemon Pistachio Pound Cake

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Bernal Basket

4.6(63 reviews)

Saw a friend post about this place saying it was the best jambon beurre she has had in the states…read moreso I had to try it. I agree it's definitely a top jambon beurre and I also tried the chicken caesar baguette sandwich was also great. The cinnamon bun here was also one of the better ones I have had in a very long time so that was a nice treat. Lots of other great looking pastries, sandwiches, cookies, etc, so will have to come back try some other things. It's a small unassuming place from the outside but easy enough to find. Parking on Cortland I find can be a little difficult at times but usually I can find a spot on one of the side roads fairly easily during the day. WIll definitely be back. Staff were quite friendly as well.

Bernal Basket is a neighborhood bakery, that is more than just a bakery…read more If you haven't been here, you definitely need to put this on your list of must try when you're in Bernal Heights/ SF. They offer a wonderful variety of both sweet and savory pastries, and they also have lunch items such as made in house pizza ( I definitely will be back to try the pizza!) which looks absolutely delicious! We grabbed a couple different pastries to try, and the pastries were good, but the savory selection was delicious! Banana loaf slice: this was a generous slice that was moist and tasty, but it really missed with the overall flavor profile of banana. Almond croissant: a properly made croissant should be late and buttery and the almond croissant just wasn't. It tasted more like a dinner roll than it did a croissant. There was barely any almond flavor in it, and I would take a pass on this next time. The seasonal Cherry tomato pastry: go now! You want to try this while they are making it. This savory pastry is such a perfect breakfast/brunch pastry. The flavor profile is absolutely phenomenal, and it is mouth watering and delicious. It's filled with different cheeses, and topped with tomatoes. We heated up, and that was the game changer. The cheese was gooey and melty. Mmmm, mmmm, good! The staff is nice and helpful, and they were very welcoming. The case is filled with so many options, there's something for everyone!

Plain Croissant | $4.50

Cinnamon Roll | $5

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Martha & Brothers Coffee

4.2(274 reviews)

After a long 5k run on a Rainy San Francisco day , my husband treated me to a new place for coffee…read morewe have not ever tried ! . As you walk in the interior is so spacious , it's purple and has wooden accents . The baristas and staff are so sweet ! . I get really shy when I go in a new coffee place ( I've had bad experiences ) . But not here at Martha's ! , They Made me feel right at home ! . I was so unsure on what to get , but one of the baristas asked me what I liked and he gave me an option of a tres leches latte , and boy was it love at for sip ! ! ! . Since my first time I've been back about 5 times and I've brought my mom with me for her to try ! , she loved it and also started to talk to Martha about the pastries and just made a nice connection ! . I stopped by today , and Martha remembered my order , that felt really nice . Parking isn't that great because the street is so saturated but please do not let that deter you from stopping by circle around a couple of times it's worth it ! ! . Thank you to Martha , to the whole staff for being amazing The friendly staff with always have me back , rain or shine ! every single time ! .

On my way south out of SF, I was looking for a coffee spot to stop and grab a drink and a bite…read more Martha & Bros had decent reviews and was in the way. I was pleasantly surprised by the offerings when I arrived. Tons of food options, and a solid selection of flavored lattes too. Me and my wife got a couple drinks and a brownie. Both of our drinks were quite good. Strong flavor and on the sweeter side (how we like it). The brownie also was surprisingly good. Definitely worth stopping in if you are in the area.

Morning glory cake is wonderful with a cappuccino!

Americano with hot milk and whip

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Martha & Bros Coffee Company

3.9(282 reviews)

0.7 mi•Noe Valley

After a long 5k run on a Rainy San Francisco day , my husband treated me to a new place for coffee…read morewe have not ever tried ! . As you walk in the interior is so spacious , it's purple and has wooden accents . The baristas and staff are so sweet ! . I get really shy when I go in a new coffee place ( I've had bad experiences ) . But not here at Martha's ! , They Made me feel right at home ! . I was so unsure on what to get , but one of the baristas asked me what I liked and he gave me an option of a tres leches latte , and boy was it love at for sip ! ! ! . Since my first time I've been back about 5 times and I've brought my mom with me for her to try ! , she loved it and also started to talk to Martha about the pastries and just made a nice connection ! . The friendly staff with always have me back , rain or shine ! . I stopped by today , and Martha remembered my order , that felt really nice . Rain or shine I will be back every single time ! . Parking isn't that great because the street is so saturated but please do not let that deter you from stopping by circle around a couple of times it's worth it ! ! . Thank you to Martha , to the whole staff for being amazing every single time !

Popped in for a quick matcha at the end of the day before my drive home and it was great. Also got…read morethe lemon poppy seed cake and it was amazing.

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The Epicurean Trader

4.4(172 reviews)

Great shop and the selections were great! But the guy who works at the store today was oddly rude…read more Ruined my whole experience. Didn't say a single word to me and was just shaking his head as he rung up the few items I had. Didn't say thanks or bye like he absolutely hated his job. Late Afternoon shift on 7/15, yall should check in on that guy.

Excellent spirit selection and thoughtfully curated chocolate. Great place if you need a quick and…read morespecial gift or just to treat yourself! One of their delicious cheeses and fresh local ACME baked goods. Love having ET in the neighborhood.

0.6 mi•Bernal Heights, Mission

Chocolate & coffee wall

Fill your own olive oils & vinegars

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Noeteca Wine Bar

4.3(540 reviews)

Lovely place. Delicious food and wine. The service is wonderful. It's like a comfy cafe in a small…read moretown. 10/10

If you're looking for a slightly upscale drinks with friends and food for the table, Noeteca is the…read moreright spot! We had a group of five sharing, incredible, red wine and table charcuterie. The wine was fantastic. I highly recommend the Beaujolais! The charcuterie was fantastic and the bread was so soft and fresh. I liked how the charcuterie with salami came with these vinegary-onions and pepperoncinis. We had such a good time in the service was great! The space was very clean, the outdoor area is wonderful. It was just a little windy that day. The server was very kind and helpful, he had great recommendations! I really enjoyed my time there and I can't wait to go back with more friends!

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linda j.

7

6

7

15 years ago

Charlie's is simply the BEST neighborhood cafe you could ever hope to meet! And Charlie, the owner, is the kind of guy who brings the sun out on the cloudiest day. Fair-trade organic coffee, fresh fruits, mediterrean dishes . . .i've stopped buying my hummus anywhere else! Prices are very reasonable, the atmosphere is like walking into your favorite uncles' store. You're HOME. Everyone who works at Charlies is genuine and goes the extra mile. I live in the Mission where so many new places are 'trendy' and anonymous. Charlies' Cafe is an oasis of good old-fashioned friendliness and human values over profit. read more

Mary C.

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10

0

14 years ago

We hung out at Precita Park all weekend to get away from the Dolores Park madness. We checked out Charlies because of Yelps high ratings. Very very mediocre to blah food and coffee. Seriously people? What a joke. The interior is tiny and dated. Sorry people. I could have made a better sandwich from my kitchen and brewed a spot of coffee that wasn't so old tasting read more

Home l.

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15 years ago

I went to Charlie's coffee the other day and I ordered some tea. I asked for honey and the whole time I was pouring the honey into my cup, he was watching me. When I added the cream to my cup, he even told his coworker to watch. WOW...if you don't want me to make my cup of tea the way I like, why are you even! Definately never coming here again! read more

d S.

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3

0

18 years ago

Charlie's is a great place to hang. The staff is great and Nadim always remembers "my usual". The mediterranean plate is the best. Great Hummas. The black bean burger is also super yummy! Free wi-Fi and YES they take credit cards! read more

Eliseo K.

18

10

4

9 years ago

Eating my Reuben sandwich right across before they closed today. Delicious, it's a specialty sandwich, it has corn beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut and thousand island dressing which I think gives it the perfect taste. Yummy! read more

Rosie M.

284

7

3

8 years ago

Great service!! The workers are very friendly they are always with a big smile. Every time I go they are super fast and the food is great!! Their sandwiches are very good. And the hot chocolate is great!! Perfect taste!! read more

jhon b.

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1

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15 years ago

i don't like this place to eat because i see mause inside the cafe and the people take the money and make the food that not good the restroon is duty, i recomend the park bench the people is nice, read more

Jack D.

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16

52

10 years ago

One of the best and most delicious sandwiches and incredible coffee, super friendly and great atmosphere

Njon S.

Elite 11

976

297

64

21 years ago

Yummers!!! Shatangi like good sandwiches. Shatangi told you read more

Mia L.

Elite 9

74

208

9

17 years ago

I guess they accept credit cards now.

Tracie B.

25

16

1

19 years ago

goooood breakfast sandwiches!

Jason P.

91

5

0

14 years ago

Best Tuna Melt Sandwich!

Charlie’s Cafe - delis - Updated September 2026

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Stumbling in on a foggy and grey SF summer day, this cafe had a very welcoming vibe once through…read morethe door Staff were very friendly I ordered my usual cafe test item: morning bun, as well as their specialty tea rx. The staff also brought me over a water as I waited The morning bun, as seen in the picture, had the middle fall out easily after I picked it up with my fork. Which is good! A mark of softness and not too sticky or hard on the outside. I was scared since the middle is always the best, but thankfully after gobbling up the middle, the rest was also soft on the inside albeit with a slightly harder exterior. Great morning bun. They also sprinkled cinnamon on top, reminiscent of having a nata. Beauty. The Tea Rx was BIG. I was not ready to be so caffeinated, served cold it has a hint of sweetness, no dryness or bitterness as with some teas. Just be prepared to nurse it, not chug it in 15 mins like me. There was also lovely decoration with works from local artists. I sat facing away so didn't actually enjoy it that much but crooned my neck to see what's up. If someone gets bored with you yappin they can look at the art Will be back if I'm in the area!

Serendipity It's…read moreall about being at the right place, at the right time. I mean look at hawk tuah girl now. =T Rogelio, co-owner told me their dog is the reason they're here. He led them to this space and the next thing you know, they're signing a lease. Soft opening this week is Tea Rex Cafe & Specialty Tea (took over Cafe St. Jorge). It's from the owners behind Cafe RX and SF Herb. Open for takeout and dine-in for now. Dog-friendly outdoor seating. Soft opening hours: Monday - Friday, 7 am - 2 pm. Weekend hours: TBD. M E N U Coffee, tea, and kid-friendly drinks (non-caffeinated): lemonade, steamers, etc. Oat milk, soy milk, or almond milk available (+ 50 cents). Whipped cream available (+ 50 cents) to make trending einspänner. For food, they have pastries, salads, sandwiches, bagels, quesadilla, etc. Nothing is over $12.95. D R I N K * Tie Guan Yin Milk Tea ($4) I wrongly assumed this was a new boba shop, it's not. I asked if they have any milk teas, and the co-owner, Daniel offered to make me one by brewing hot tea and adding milk + sugar. When he came outside, he saw the color was off (too milky) so he offered to make me a new one that's more tea forward. The oolong based tea is fragrant with a nice milkiness. F O O D * Free-Range Chicken Sandwich w/ marinated chicken, sweet chilies, raw onions, roma tomatoes, pepper jack cheese, side organic greens ($11.95): https://tinyurl.com/4uz8r52s The toasted filone roll is filled with flavorful marinated chicken breast (not commercial, processed, or salty) and sautéed button mushrooms with a light sprinkling of cheese. The filone is a cross between a baguette and ciabatta, crusty with a great chew. It was a deliciously savory sandwich with a sweet tang but I would add extra cheese next time for those cheese pulls. Served with dressed greens for balance. S E R V I C E Welcoming staff with awesome hospitality. Good vibes all around. A M B I A N C E Casual cafe with a 7-8 tables and two tables outside. They have a large collection of house teas on display. Not sure if they're all available yet. P A R K I N G Difficult street parking. Overall, Tea Rex is a great addition to Bernal-Mission. Looking toward to them expanding their tea collection so I can try their other [milk] teas.

Progressive Grounds

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(458 reviews)

My favorite for a casual solo lunch. Serene garden patio in the back, quiet & cozy ambiance with…read morejust enough cushioned bench seats, stack of local newspapers in the back room, and I love me a kefta wrap.

Very quiet and quaint cafe in Bernal Heights…read more Plenty of seating, beautiful window and natural lightening. Also a wealth of outlets against the wall in the front of the store by the register. Great place to study. Chai Latte wasn't great. Extremely sweet, not spicy. They use a concentrated chai and mix with milk. You can ask for heavier chai content while ordering, no extra charge. Nonetheless, service is fast and everyone is super friendly.

Jump Start Coffee & Deli

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I've been coming to Jump Start since the late '90s, so at this point it feels less like a store I…read morefrequent and more like part of my life in the neighborhood. I've watched the family grow over the years, and Peter has become a cherished neighbor and friend. The food is genuinely terrific--the meatball subs are amazing, and I've probably ordered the roast beef sub hundreds of times. There's also a great selection of ice cream, beer and wine, but one of my favorite things about Jump Start is simply being able to sit down, have a sandwich and see people from the neighborhood. Peter is also famously kind to the neighborhood dogs. I take care of dogs and bring them in with me all the time, and he always has a little bacon waiting for them. They get so excited when they realize where we're going that I practically have to drag them away from the front of the store afterward. Places like this are part of what makes a neighborhood feel like home. After more than 25 years, I'm incredibly grateful Jump Start is still part of mine.

Shufat Market

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(78 reviews)

It's a more than average corner store with some sandwiches and halva offerings but really, it's…read moreopen later than most places, has an ATM, and has some very friendly people behind the counter. Totally a neighborhood kinda place and when this was my neighborhood, it was a shop to quickly grab something when you needed it fast.

The friendliest staff anywhere! Great hours and well…read morestocked. Also has an ATM machine for when you need it most.

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(925 reviews)

The coffee is pretty good, and you get a large serving for the price. It's not the absolute best…read morecoffee I've ever had, and they don't have a ton of fun flavors, but the coffee shop itself is amazing. I love how homey it feels inside. There are tons of tables to work at, a cute outdoor patio, and the wifi works great. They also have a ton of food options on the menu, I just haven't tried any of them yet.

I WILL NEVER GO BSCK TO THIS PLACE EVER AGAIN!!!…read more I came here early Saturday morning, August 29th, and had what was honestly one of the worst experiences I've ever had at a coffee shop. I used to come to this coffee shop all the time to work. I genuinely enjoy supporting small businesses, which is why I would choose this coffee shop over Sightglass across the street. In the past, the staff had always been very friendly, welcoming, and hardworking. Unfortunately, after what happened today, I will never come back to this place again. Here's what happened: I had some work I needed to get done and saw that the shop opened at 8:00 AM. Earlier that morning, I went to a different coffee shop and got a coffee. Around 8:20 AM, I decided to come back here to work, thinking I would get another coffee once I finished the one I already had. I sat down with the coffee I had purchased from the other coffee shop. A woman I had never seen before, who introduced herself as the general manager, (which I'm sure it's BS) approached me and, in what I felt was a very passive-aggressive tone, asked, "What can I get for you?" I told her that I was going to get another coffee when I finished the one I already had. (Literally had 2 sips left) She gave me a look and continued talking about it. I immediately said, "I'm sorry, you're right. What can I do? Do you want me to get another coffee right now?" For context, I worked as a barista for seven years, so I completely understand the etiquette. I understand that bringing in a drink from another coffee shop while sitting in your establishment can be considered rude, especially if I'm not purchasing anything. I had no problem being corrected, and I was willing to fix it immediately. I got up and ordered a black coffee from the shop. At that point, the conversation could have ended. I had acknowledged what I did, apologized, and purchased a drink. But she continued. While handing me my coffee, she continued lecturing me about how I shouldn't bring in a drink from another coffee shop. At this point, I was extremely frustrated because I had already apologized and had literally gotten up and purchased a coffee from her establishment. I finally said, "This is crazy. We do not have to have this conversation. I already bought the coffee." She then referred to herself by saying "I'm a crazy bitch." At that point, I was so irritated that I decided to just walk away and go back to my seat. I didn't want to continue the argument. But she continued across the cafe and goes off on me. She then said, "I can ask you to leave." I asked her, "Do you want me to leave?" She said, "LEAVE." So I left. I want to be clear: the outside coffee was never the issue. I understand the etiquette. I understood her concern, apologized, and immediately purchased a coffee. If she had simply said, "We don't allow outside drinks, but if you'd like to stay, please purchase something from us," I would have completely understood and there would have been no problem. What made this experience so awful was the unnecessary escalation after I had already complied. I have supported this business for a long time because I believe in supporting small businesses. I chose this place repeatedly over other coffee shops because I liked the people and wanted to support them. Unfortunately, one interaction completely changed that. I will not be returning to this coffee shop unless there is a significant change in management. I have never had a customer-service experience like this, and I don't believe any customer should be treated this way--especially after acknowledging their mistake, apologizing, and purchasing something from the business.

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I missed my bus to work so I stopped by Higher Grounds and I'm so glad I found this gem. It's…read moresmall, local spot serving up breakfast/brunch, and great coffee. It's cash/venmo only!!! It is incredibly cozy and welcoming. I got a flat white, $4? I enjoyed the coffee in the corner, enjoying the morning and sparked a conversation with a local. The guy running the space is a strong one man show! I love coffee shops like this, it feels like you're in your SF community. You're supporting real neighbors running their business. I highly recommend stopping by with friends. It's such a great gem in Glen Park!

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I had a great Turkish style breakfast here. The vibe was warm and friendly. I noticed a lot of…read moreregulars who seemed to know the staff quite well. The food was fresh and beautifully presented. The olives were warmed, the hummus definitely a step above store bought. If you go, be aware they don't have a bathroom.

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