Stopped in for a hot latte on a cold SF day. Place has a nice vibe and some good music. Interior has a mix of rich woods and industrial metal. Service friendly and fast, without too much of a wait. Place could improve their display of baked goods-- they all feel a bit crammed in the small display. read more

This coffee shop is at a very busy intersection, right by Battery and Market. It's rather accessible for most of the working population who work in-office in the Financial District, and that's what makes it special. While the storefront seems pretty welcoming on the outside, I could say otherwise about the customer service side of things. I was soon met not just with unwelcoming hospitality, but also, utter rudeness while ordering my coffee. I felt rushed, and when I asked about the pastries, all the one person that ordered it was: "this is what we have." I'm asking you to specify the pastries because... I GENUINELY don't know what they are? Like we're not experts at pastries compared to baristas that know their stuff -- let alone some random customer like me who doesn't know the name of EVERY pastry. Eventually, after that, I ordered the croissant and a cortado, and both tasted wonderful. The croissant was flaky and very buttery, and the cortado was a great combination to it as well. Ambiance isn't too bad -- there's small tables, but also, very spacious seating on the window side of the seating where there's a bar and more. I'll be back, but please treat your guests in a more courteous way, please -- it goes a long way. read more

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My favorite coffee in the city. I love their location near GGP but battery location is closer to my work. I recognize some of the baristas from the other location, everyone is very friendly. I pretty much only ever get cold brew and beans to take home for my own cold brew. Their reward system is awesome! The next time I go, $5 off read more

Really pricey for a small matcha $7.5 and a vanilla glazed donut $4.5. Was not a fan of the price point but the drink was good -- I poured a generous amount of honey in it and the vanilla donut was sweet but good. Overall if I was in the area maybe but there are alot of options for a quick pick me up and pastry around the street. Inside was dimish and okay. read more

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Best coffee I had during a week in San Francisco--a week that included Equator, Ritual, Saint Franks, Andytown, Home, and a few other places. I had a single origin espresso and a pour over. My friend had a macchiato; everything was great but the pour over (a natural processed coffee whose origin I can't remember) was the standout. Coffee came out quickly, even the pour over, and there was plenty of seating. The place has a relaxed industrial vibe with music playing at a volume where it is still possible to have a conversation or do some reading. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Espresso service - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

10/10 for coffee in the financial district. Very quaint, not a ton of seating but plenty of room. Very pretty interior. Quick service, but carefully crafted lattes. I love a beautiful latte, and this is IT! I tried the oat milk latte and loved it, would definitely recommend trying it instead of the over-hyped options close by! read more

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I got an iced vanilla latte and it was good! It was solid coffee and a good taste. I didn't try any of their pastries this time but they had a few options. The cafe itself is nice, airy and light. It looks like a good place to chat and maybe do some work as they have a few tables. Would come back for the coffee again if I'm in the area! read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Iced Vanilla Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I got an espresso. The single origin today was from Bolivia The shot was very well executed - good layers, smooth creamy texture with distinct flavors coming through. I tasted mild citrus/acidity and sweetness balancing chocolate and fruity notes. 5/5 Would definitely come back for espresso or to try a pour over next time. read more

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Stopped in by recommendation from a colleague. The barista are really friendly and very fast. I thoroughly enjoyed my cappuccino. read more

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I love this little coffee shop. I usually order a Vanilla Latte with Oat milk. I hate that they up charge for the Oat milk. It's almost like you're being punished for being lactose intolerant. I usually pay about $7.50 for my coffee. They have some pretty good looking pastries, but I've never had one to really review. read more

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Great coffee. Very happy with their 8oz americano which is my measure of a good coffee spot - and espresso of course. Nice corner spot with indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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In downtown San Francisco, a small coffee drink and doughnut will cost you $10.75. It's all top notch quality for sure, so a nice office breakfast indulgence. Kinda limited menu, but at least what they serve is good. Mocha: Perfectly sweet and creamy, without needing to anything. Loved how it didn't taste like chocolate syrup, but rather had a complex and sophisticated flavor. Not a huge portion like at Starbucks or Dunkin', so savor it slowly. Cold Brew: Pretty intense cold brew. Even with my normal sweetener and half-n-half, it had a lot of personality. Affogato: Ignore the shamers and get an affogato in the morning if you want! It's got the buzzy espresso you need to get the day going, with a refreshing creamy vanilla ice cream. They'll serve it in a ceramic bowl, if you ask, so you can eat it there and avoid judgmental eyes outside watching you have ice cream for breakfast. Chocolate Rose Doughnut: Love a nice chocolate cakey doughnut with a sugar glaze. Allegedly there was rose flavor too, but I barely tasted it. Everything Pull-Apart: Kinda like a croissant meets and everything bagel. Enjoyed the savory buttery dough and all the different flavored spices and seeds. read more

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Local coffee shop in the financial district. One of the regulars recommended this place as it was close to the office. Their coffee did not disappoint. Definitely a solid americano in my book and will return again. read more

I recently checked out Flywheel Coffee Roasters for the first time and enjoyed the experience there. I just ordered a black, no frills Americano, which was hot and tasty. A friend and I stuck hung out for a little while to catch up since they have a cozy indoor seating area with lots of natural light in the afternoon from the big windows at the front. The coffee shop had waves of busy-ness - I'm not certain if that's typical as part of office workers' (or tourists', since it's close-ish to Embarcadero) post-lunch caffeine run or if it was due to a conference happening in the area. Regardless, the service seemed quick and friendly throughout. tl;dr: nice little coffee shop in FiDi - convenient location with speedy service and tasty drinks. read more

Small, cozy cafe right next door to the Philz Coffee on Market & Front. Service was quick on a Thursday morning despite the line out the door. I just ordered a latte ($5.50) & it was filled to the brim, super smooth & not acidic. Will def add this to the list of go-to coffee places near the office. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Whole milk latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had an amazing cappuccino from them last week and love that this is a local chain based out of SF. Very nice staff as well.

If you like your coffee smooth, buttery, and not sweet or doused in artificial flavors, Flywheel is the place to try! They are currently my favorite coffee in the city and my go to is their iced oat latte. They have simple syrup you can add to your desired amount which I love! Unlike a lot of other popular SF chains, flywheel coffee is not overly acidic. It's well balanced and creamy! Highly recommend if you're in the area and the perfect complement if you're grabbing Boichik next door! read more

In my continued search for the best pourover in San Francisco, this coffee shop definitely did not met my expectations. The barista half-heartedly did a couple pours, and left the coffee rest for much longer than I would have anticipated for a reasonable bloom time. The interior is nice (think wood accents), but other than coming for the vibes, I will definitely not be purchasing another pourover from Flywheel. read more

One of my top favorite coffee places in the FiDi. Never too busy (maybe most people don't know about it) and coffee is always on point. The insiders do know this place and love it. read more

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My go to coffee place in downtown / fidi! I usually get the cortado and it's amazing. Bit of a line during peak hours but moves pretty quick. They also have some seating indoors and some public seating outside. read more

Quality espresso drinks! My latte was delicious - smooth, beautiful latte foam art, and a strong rich flavor. Also tried the cappuccino, which has less milk and is a smaller cup size than the latte, if you'd like less milk and a stronger espresso aroma. Service is quick despite the occasional morning lines. Staff is friendly. There are several tables and seats inside if you'd like to sit and enjoy your coffee, or people-watch through the giant windows looking out on Market St. This location is super convenient to stop by after exiting the Montgomery and Embarcadero BART/MUNI stations. In fact, it's dangerously convenient to get to... I'll be back for sure! read more

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Love flywheel coffee! Came here with some of my coworkers for a quick coffee break and let me tell you - flywheels was busy! Luckily we had no issues with the wait at all as they get your drink out super quickly! I got a cappuccino which is not normally my coffee go to but definitely one of the best I've had in a while! Their cups are also really unique as they use white pencil to add your name which is a cute touch! Will definitely be back in the future for another mid day coffee break! read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Cappuccino - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

This spot opened up this year and it's been a perfect addition to the area. It brings something different than your usual. The hot chocolate was delicious although it's a unique taste and by far not your typical hot chocolate. The service from staff was friendly. It's always buzzing with people taking a quick break of fresh air. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

New location right near Montgomery in FiDi which means another great coffee option on my way to work. My go to order is an iced latte with oat milk and something about their roast is smooth making it one of my favorites in sf. Inside you'll find seating options but I'd say it's more of a to-go spot at least on the weekdays. The menu is pretty small but covers all the coffee basics and they even have chai. Glad to see flywheel out this way. read more

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best (iced) latte in FiDi... maybe even in sf(!!) without any syrups/sweeteners. simple, no frills, and STRONG. menu is small and to the point. i usually get flavored lattes, but since they don't offer any here, i get an iced latte -- and boy, it really puts a lot of lattes around here to shame. a lot of times i get what tastes like "milk with a splash of coffee" from other spots. not here!! i have to sip it slowly because the flavor is so robust lol. i've been twice, both during off-ish hours so service was quick even with only 1 barista. i'm in and out in no more than 10 minutes. limited seating indoors but there are tables in a common area outside. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - iced latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

Excellent service, great coffee! They make sure you get exactly what you want. The location in the Financial District is a great location too. read more

Flywheel has the best coffee in downtown SF! The owner's connection to coffee, rooted in his upbringing on a Nicaraguan coffee farm, is evident in the quality of coffee here. I ordered a latte and it was so rich and bold with the perfect creamy texture. So happy I found Flywheel and can't wait to try their pourovers next. read more

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Flywheel Coffee Shop is a cozy café that offers inviting atmosphere in the middle of the busy Financial district. Each cup of coffee is made with the freshest and most flavorful beans available. Whether you prefer a bold espresso, a smooth pour-over or a cold brew, their coffee beans (African, South American) will impress even the most astute coffee drinkers. I LOVED Kenya beans so much I enjoyed my cup without cream (I typically just get a splash). Overall, Flywheel Coffee Shop is a must-visit for coffee lovers in San Francisco. With their exceptional coffee and service, it's a place where you can enjoy a delicious cup of coffee while staying in downtown. read more

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One of the only coffee shops open on the weekend in the SF financial district! Good beans to boot. If you like creative or seasonal lattes this is not the place to go. read more

Excellent coffee! You can taste the freshness of the beans for sure. Perfectly balanced pick me up in the city. Dangerous but great. Would not recommend driving here as it's real close to the intersection so not really a spot to stop n jump out for a quick coffee. They've got some pastries if you feel like a nibble and a little seating area inside. Fast service. read more

Flywheel Coffee Roasters - Vanilla iced latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Francisco, California

ALL the workers are nice and upbeat including the owner! The coffee is good and ALWAYS fresh. The place is always packed with customers.

Very solid espresso, nice little shop downtown, there is some seating inside and service is generally pretty quick. Cortado was very nice.

Flywheel is my favorite spot for a good strong coffee in FiDi! My latte is always extremely well made, the espresso is made with high quality coffee beans, and the milk and foam are always steamed to the perfect temperature, making my latte silky smooth and brightening my day the moment I have my first sip. I have never had a bad experience with my drink at Flywheel! Kudos to Arnold, Cristian, Fuki, and the whole team on Battery street! They have perfected their craft and make the best drinks a girl could ask for! The team here is super welcoming and you can tell they genuinely enjoy working together. Even when they are super busy with the morning rush, or the post lunch rush, they do their best to give you high quality drinks and fast service. It's not just me who loves Flywheel, everyone in my office does too! Whenever our office has visitors from outside of the bay, we always bring them by for a cafecito and with just 1 drink they also become huge Flywheel fans! 10 out of 10, would highly recommend! read more

On the first sip literally thought "this is an excellent cup of coffee." So glad they have a second location!

Small, but okay place to stop for a coffee on your way to the office. Service is fine. They don't heat up pastries.

I am a total coffee snob. Flywheel serves up high quality, awesome coffee. You can tell they are serious because that's their primary set of offerings. The folks there are friendly and the space is comfy. There are also tables outside. I love this place! read more

Flywheel is the absolute best coffee shop, there is no comparison nearby! Arnold and the other employees are so incredibly kind and thoughtful. This is a Nicaraguan owned coffee shop and their coffee is superb. All of my coworkers go to Flywheel and Flywheel always makes us feel special and at home. None of us would get our daily cafecitos anywhere else and we are so grateful to this amazing team!! I highly recommend Flywheel and have yet to find another coffee shop that is better!! read more

Unique location, above average coffee and pretty cool setup inside. My only complaint is the nonstandard checkout placement and pickup. Seems reversed read more

I got an iced americano and it was delicious! Also, this place is very fairly priced & my drink came out quickly! Highly recommend to anyone visiting SF read more

Good flavor on the cold brew coffee and the espresso. Decent pricing and nice staff. Will be back!