Really nice big library with lots of seating on all levels. The lobby level has a Pete's coffee in…read moreit with lots of seating if you prefer to do some reading and studying in an area where you can eat/drink. The first few floors of the library aren't too quiet, which I prefer, but the 4th level and higher are quiet study areas. There are also plenty of electrical outlets, but they are scattered throughout along the walls and floor (not built into the tables like what more modern libraries have.) I'm not a SFSU student, but was able to come here with no issues to get some work and studying done. There is very limited paid parking around the area and the free street parking is impossible to find, but if your mobile and capable enough you can park unlimited for free at the mall up the street and walk over (it was about a 15 minute walk.) There are also several muni and bus stops in the area, so public transportation is probably more ideal. I like getting my steps in, so I parked at the mall and walked over. There is free guest wifi in the library for non-students. You just need to sign up for it with your name and email address, and the system emails you a one time password to use. The wifi is surprisingly slow, considering that this is on a college campus and I'm sure there are many students that rely on needing good internet speeds for their courses and studies.

Back in the day, this library was just like any other municipal library. After the renovations,…read morethis place is way more inviting for the student who need a quiet place to study or form groups for meetings and presentations. Similar to that of an office. After the renovations, this place feels more like a miniature IT campus similar to that of Apple or google. And the library gets super busy especially during midterms and finals. Surprisingly there's a Help Desk where you can get a loaner laptop, you have basic computer questions. Basically this is a good place to start for your studying needs.

It is interesting that the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library has some five star reviews & some one…read morestar reviews making it have an average of a 3.5 star rating here on Yelp. I went here recently. For starters beautiful architecture as the exterior of the building is lovely. I found in the interior of the library to be quite small. Half of the library was devoted to being a children's library it seemed. I found the library to be a bit claustrophobic as was quite crowded & not a place to really sit down to read to unwind. Also found the overall selection of the titles to be a bit underwhelming in the kind of books that I enjoy reading. I know it is a small branch so they don't have the selection of a larger branch yet still didn't find many titles to my liking here. The Golden Gate Valley Branch has several programs on offer including: Book Club Knitting Club Monthly Film Nights If this is your local branch you can have items transferred in from other branches which is a good thing.

Feeling the need to take a break from your iPhone, iPad, laptop or kindle to actually turn real…read morepages of a book or feel the touch of newspaper between your fingers? If so, do it here, as it's one of the most aesthetically pleasing libraries in one of the best neighborhoods in SF. The architecture is beautiful, inside and out. This is a neighborhood library. It wouldn't be fair to compare it to the SF Main Library in size, but It's full of charm and a great little spot to spend an hour or so in. They also have an impressive amount of movies on DVD to rent (remember DVD's?) and you can check them out for 20 days, and even renew them at least a couple of times. Afterwards, take a stroll along Union Street, just a block over to shop and dine.

Checked out Bernal Heights branch library Sat 10/18/25. They have 2 floors, bathrooms on bottom…read morefloor separate men and women's. Women's had 2 stalls, 1 sink. Children's area on bottom floor. Drinking fountains too. Nice library with new books. Star gazing exhibit,they have chess days, crochet days, coloring activity, etc.

I recently went to the Bernal Heights Branch Library. Upon reaching the library I admired the…read morecolorful murals on the outside of the building. This is a small library yet staff here is very friendly. They have a good selection of items on what is on hand. I especially like how the DVD films were curated with various themes and staff recommendations. As with all libraries in the SFPL system you can request items from other branches and pick them up here if this is your local branch. The library is quiet and lots of tabes and chairs for reading which is welcome for studying or getting a project done.

Trinket box- INSIDE the library (because Yelp didn't allow…read morecreating a page just for the trinket box, although it was allowed for other SF trinket boxes o well). Near the children's area in the front. Go left when you get in the building. It is big! And even more space in the rolling cart underneath for bigger items! Beautifully painted. Huge thanks to library for putting this together and letting everyone partake. Found stickers, magnets, toys Library- Awesome events with Talented staff who organize really big plant swaps and crafting workshops!

This library was very clean and organized. It was easy to find my book I placed on hold for pick up…read moreon the pick up shelf. There is a children's area and a teens area. There are computers for public use. The librarians were really nice and helped me find what I was looking for. They also gently reminded me that they were about to close so that I could wrap up my stuff

I find myself coming in a lot to study, complete my homework, read books, magazines and newspapers…read morehere. One of the best places on campus for a quiet study area. There are computers with internet connection and Microsoft Office programs for homework and research! A little bit of disclosure, I know the staff that works here as I worked at the Circulation Department myself while going to school at City College! Friendly staff members and good service! -- Circulation, Periodicals and Reference are on the 4th floor -- Books from A-N: 5th floor -- Books from P-Z: 3rd floor Textbooks and study guides for each course are available via the reserve bookshelves if you need it to do your homework, study for an upcoming midterm or final exam. Some books from the reserve shelves are to be used in the library only. There are reserve textbooks that can be checked out for 1 day or 7 days. The professors determine whether the textbooks should be used in the library or take home so check in with the Circulation Desk staff. There is a room where the change provider and copy machines are, the adjacent room is where library workshops are held. A reserve book room is adjacent to the circulation desk, there is a copy machine in there as well with 2-5 desks in there for studying. The other 3 copy machines are on the other side right near the computers are. -- Group Study Rooms are available and can be reserved at the circulation desk. The Media Center is across the hall from here, audio visual rooms are on the 3rd floor, LAC and language lab are on the 2nd floor. This campus may look crappy, Rosenberg Library is one thing to like about going to school at City College of San Francisco - Ocean (Main) Campus!

"To provide students, faculty, staff and community members with the information and information…read moreservices they need..." --from the CCSF Library Mission Statement That pretty much sums it up for this long loved information Library Gem. This is right in the Infodiva's Backyard. You know Infodiva is partial to Libraries. We are so blessed to have this gem and live in such a information resouce rich environment. Library Books & Magazines Internet Access Research Workshops A place to study Group study rooms Tutoring Center Computer Labs Word Processing Language Center Media Center Learning Assistance Ctr Are some of the Services offered. Rosenberg Library and Learning Resources Building 50 Phelan Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112 Louise & Claude Rosenberg, Jr. Library 4th Floor Reference: 415-452-5543 Circulation: 415-452-5433 Media Center Room 403 415-452-5423 Language Center Room 205 415-452-5555 Learning Assistance Center Room 207 415-452-5502 Infodiva is a student right now @ CCSF. I am in the Library Program. I have something like 200+ credits/units at CCSF. I speak from experience. The Library will libraries in general are neglected, misunderstood, under-utilized. Ok let me step down off of my "soap box" hahaha Infodiva once again here with the 411 people. Don't Sleep on Your Education. Go Back Today. Don't Sleep on the Beautiful CCSF Rosenberg Library. You will be glad you did.

I emailed the library from DC asking if I could get an interlibrary loan. Ms. D. Lewis wrote back…read morepromptly saying (A) no, we can't loan those materials but (B) I've copied and attached the relevant pages for you. :) Wonderful service. Thanks!

It's situations like this that highlight the unsatisfactory way that Yelp allows users to rate…read moreplaces. If I were rating the Library itself, it would be 5-stars all the way. It's a tremendous resource for genealogy buffs. Not only is the physical collection extremely broad and in-depth, but if you don't have a laptop/tablet/smart phone with you, the free computer stations allow you to consult on-line sources. And they have a free scanner/copier/printer that allows you to print out sources (or save the scans to a thumb drive) rather than having to check out an entire book. The Library's open hours are a bit limited, but I understand the limitations they have to work within. The space is quiet (except for staffers -- see below), clean, comfortable, spacious and well-appointed. The bathrooms are exceptional! There's a Peet's Coffee just an elevator ride away. Like I said -- it's a wonderful resource! ...and then there's the staff. I'd give them an aggregate rating of just 2 stars. A couple of the staff are nice and helpful. Angelica (?) is unfailingly considerate. But three of the other staffers (one white woman and two Asian women) are unhelpful, lazy, often noisy, and sometimes bordering on the rude. I find it hard to believe that they would still have jobs if they worked in a service industry in the private sector. If the Library could find a way to re-train them (or replace them), the Sutro would get full marks.

Checked out Bayview branch Sat 10/18/25. We took the 44 Mini bus from Glen Park Bart…read more Library is one floor with all the regular stuff. It has a small patio to see 2 trees, and artwork on the ground and wall. Nice, clean, and bright inside. They have separate restrooms, women's 2 stalls, 1 sink. Good for locals.

Efficient friendly helpful nice clean environment . Pleasant…read morestaff I live in Park Merced near the Winston branch I much prefer to drive her to be treated nicely and with respect. Phyllis Moodie

I am in this library RIGHT NOW. I know what you're thinking... "Jack.. you wrote this review 3…read moremonths ago, so NO, NO you're not in the library right now." Sorry Charlie, but I am. I've pretty much lived here the last 1.5 yrs and will probably continue to to do so for another 1.5 years. What you should know about this place: 1) STFU. Yes, that means you 1L's and you undergrads pretending like you're in college. 2) It is cold. It is very cold. My fingers are burning from teetering on the edge of frostbite for the last hour or two. 3) The tables are HUGE, so feel free to bring as many books as you can carry. 4) The Fulton side is the sunny side -- and there are comfy red lounge chairs that are wonderful for napping in. 5) As soon as school ends for the summer, the library is PACKED. Kids studying for the bar exam take up every table and you can see the stress flowing from every pore -- I'd avoid it. 6) If you want a fancy, high backed, leather executive chair, head down to the basement where they're in no short supply. 7) If you get a study room -- BE MORE THAN ONE PERSON.

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