I apologize in advance for not taking more pictures of our drinks and both Sweet n Savory snackies…read more Last weekend we booked a room right across the street from this place and said we would give it a go. Day one was outstanding. We each had our coffee. I ordered a Spanish latte and my lover had the date cinnamon latte. Both were wonderful. He also had Turkish coffee because we were just starting our day. I'm not about that life lol so I was good with my latte. Day two we splurged a little more and had Bee bites, a potato turnover, and a beef turnover. We also had the same lattes because why the heck not? Day three was a sad day when we had to leave home, but not without stopping and grabbing a bunch of snacks to go. I wish I had taken more pictures, but I was more eager to get the food and drink in my mouth than to pop my phone out and waste time. Sorry, not sorry.

This place looks like all other Delah Coffees but i have to say their shaken espresso drink is…read morepotent with cardamom and it's SO good! Follow me for more on BayBitesNSips on Tiktok I'm also a bay area artist and I've just started selling online on Etsy: MLEcolorshop ; if you visit me or tell a friend who likes jewelry, I would appreciate it so much Everything I make is handmade with Polymer Clay and there is no single piece alike. https://www.etsy.com/shop/MLEcolorshop

My freezer is too full from too many trips to Costco. But after a while, I JUST DONT WANT TO COOK…read more I am scrolling through my favorite TGTG choices. Up pops Viva Cafe. I remember how much I liked it. It is a tiny hole in the wall, easily found by smelling the wonderful aromas. If I worked downtown, this would definitely be my go to spot. I ordered 2 meals, each had 2 pieces of chicken, rice, beans and I think cabbage. Wonderfully flavored and enough to share. It felt healthy to me, none of this unnecessary goop. Let the ingredients and spices shine. Since hubby and I shared a meal, we have one left. YAY. The owner/chef is so friendly definitely recognizing his regulars. Highly recommend.

Food: 3 Decor: 1…read moreService: 4 Been here at least a dozen times for lunch off TGTG. Overall, decent spot for a quick lunch that tastes homemade and is relatively healthy. I usually opt for a bowl of whatever they have for the day, which typically consists of rice, veggies like cabbage, polenta, and protein like grilled salmon or chicken. To find the spot, enter the revolving door of the building and follow the left side past the security desk. It's a mom and pop store owned by the chef.

***3.5 Star**…read more JinShan Cafe is located in Chinatown, and like many mom-and-pop shops, it seems they've expanded their menu beyond drinks to help keep the business going. Sometimes that kind of expansion can end up diluting the quality or taste of the beverages. While exploring Chinatown, I noticed a couple of signs posted around the corner pointing people toward JinShan Cafe, so I decided to stop by and support the business. Inside, they sell various knickknacks, and the décor feels a bit random with different items put together throughout the space. The owner/barista works behind a plexiglass barrier near the counter. I ordered the Vanilla Latte, which was good, along with the Black Sesame Latte. I should know by now that black sesame drinks can sometimes be disappointing, but I keep giving that flavor a chance. Sesame Latte (looks like vanilla latte with flaked of black sesame at bottom). Unfortunately, I could barely taste any black sesame flavor in it at all.

I was in the area getting my camera fixed and wanted a drink. I tried the honeycomb latte and…read morethought it was okay. I liked the options on the menu, and if I'm ever back would be open to trying another drink.

I highly reccomend trying this espresso bar in SF. This…read moreplace is excellent for espresso and cold brew. I can't wait to try their other menu items. The service was excellent. Very attentive to your needs. Ambiance is what to expect from all coffee shops. Only difference is no seating.

I've been here twice now. First and second time, the only…read moreperson working there says nothing, like some sort of coffee-serving-NPC. At this point, I'm starting to think he is an advanced coffee-bot. Second time, I was literally the only person in the space, and the NPC sat my coffee down on the other side of the counter, making me walk all the way over there instead of just handing it to me where I was at the other side of the counter. He also said "macchiato" as if there was any other order pending. Very strange and impersonal in every way. Also, coffee was bitter the first and decent the second. For the higher prices, sorry for expecting human service of any kind. Will go to Andytown instead now that they are also open on Market and Kearney.

One of my favorite cafes in FiDi…read more I like the vibes here. Mostly ample seating, except when it gets super busy. I usually get their grab and go items and enjoy them inside. The salads are fresh. I've also had the pesto pasta salad a few times. Only thing is I believe the pesto is made with pistachio and arugula, but not any basil. I much prefer pesto made with basil. I mean, it's not really pesto if it's not made with basil. At least not in my book, and I think most Italians would agree. The Roasted Salmon Filet was a bit on the dry side, but they do use loch duart salmon My friends like their coffee, but I can't personally speak to that. It's definitely not inexpensive, but you're probably paying for the location, and I must admit I always just like hanging here. The main downside for me though is the VERY limited street parking in the area. No fault of the business, just fact.

I spent $17 on two drinks for them to be just milk with a bit of matcha and hojicha…read more (Only drinking it cause of what I spent on it)

Was visiting the area and decided to stop by Kiss of Matcha after seeing the reviews. Really glad I…read moredid. The shop has a cozy Japanese-style atmosphere with good music and a relaxing vibe that made it easy to hang out for a bit. I'm not usually a big matcha person, so I tried the hojicha soft serve instead and it was honestly really good. Rich roasted flavor, not overly sweet, and something different from the usual ice cream spots. I also sampled the black sesame and definitely want to come back for that next time. The staff were friendly, patient, and happy to explain the menu since it was my first time there. Everything came out quickly and looked carefully made.

I'm Korean and usually very picky about matcha, but Kiss of Matcha genuinely impressed me. The…read morematcha has a strong, rich flavor without being overly sweet like many other places. You can tell they use quality powder. The soft serve was smooth and creamy, and the hojicha drinks were also excellent. The atmosphere feels calm and cozy, similar to cafés in Seoul. The staff was friendly and patient even during busy hours. Easily one of the best matcha cafés I've tried in San Francisco.

What a positive surprise. I enjoyed a breakfast ham and avocado burrito (comes with cheese and…read morehouse sauce) and it was delicious! The portion was bigger than expected. I am always worried with the breakfast foods - but here, the eggs, ham and the avocado tasted really fresh! The service was fast and friendly. It's a tiny place with three tables. The place radiance confidence (from the inside) that the food is prepared well and that the place is clean. This review is based on a single visit, breakfast.

Wonderful and kind husband-and-wife-owners. I came here two days in a row!…read more Looking for an Il Canto-like meat lovers burrito? V Cafe has a very similar one. It's grilled to perfection and had a lot of meat! Great flavors and sauce and so filling. They also have boba and spam musubi and other breakfast sandwiches and snacks and items. I liked my taro milk tea--boba bubbles and good consistency and flavor. They're pretty popular on doordash. Will keep coming back!

The line may be a little long but the ice cream is worth it. The matcha flavor is better than the…read morevanilla, but both taste good together. I'd recommend getting a water bottle or bringing one with you to balance out the ice cream. There aren't many seats and the place is small but the location is right in the heart of Chinatown. Perfect place to grab a sweet treat and explore the area.

When I saw this familiar soft serve shop on Grant Avenue in Chinatown, it gave me pause since I was…read moreused to the original Japan Center location. Given the escalating political tensions between China and Japan, perhaps the owners felt a cup of soft serve sprinkled with matcha could serve as a wreath of peace between the two nations. Or maybe it's a slam dunk to know Asians can't live without their soft serve. I just know from similar ice cream shops in Chinatown that this represents a fresher suite of flavors than most. On my first visit here, I went for the $6.90 Boba Sundae, a matcha-vanilla twist with kuromitsu boba drizzled with a matching syrup (Photo 6). I liked it because it possessed the uniquely Maiko combo of sweet flavors. I went more generic on a follow-up visit and ordered the standard $6.40 Matcha Vanilla Soft Serve (Photo 5). Not as tantalizing but it did the job. Someday I'll get ambitious and order the latte float or cheese foam, but I'll see how peace negotiations go before committing. FOOD - 4 stars...uniquely Maiko but generic soft serve works, too AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...clean space but no place to sit SERVICE - 4 stars...attentive enough TOTAL - 4 stars...a refreshing sweet option in Chinatown RELATED - Exploring SF's Chinatown? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/0bITd49TyB

The Nutty tastes like a Ferraro Rocher. The chocolate one was really good. I wish they made…read moresmoothies in a thicker texture though. I don't know if it's healthy but it tastes good so I'll be back.

FOOD. SERVICE. AMBIANCE: It's been about 8 months since I…read moreboycotted JOE & THE JUICE because of awful business practices I go into in previous reviews. Today I thought I'd give J&J another chance. 8 months to read citicisms and get its act together. SERVICE: JOE & THE JUICE gained a bad reputation in the Bay Area pre-covid for flagrantly disregarding city law that prohibits retail businesses from going strictly cashless. For good reason: Refusing paper and coin currency is defacto segregation against Black and Brown folks and the working poor and those on a fixed income who are more likely to be restricted to cash transactions. This is an unjust policy, refusing to take "certain people's " money and in my book equals BAD SERVICE. FOOD & BEVERAGES: Upon my return to the large JOE & THE JUICE location in San Francisco's Financial District - which I used to frequent most days of the week for years before the boycott - I ordered my signature drink, Americano + extra shot of espresso with milk. Now although J&J is wildly overpriced compared to other espresso bars and snack joints, the Danish (J&J is a Denmark import and not locally owned, so maybe they don't understand how we do here in the USA) ownership refuses to provide the paying customer options between 1/2&1/2, Whole Milk, 4% Milk, etc. It carries only 2% milk which is just above lightly flavored water. I always have 1/2&1/2 with my cofffee but not at J&J, despite the high prices customers pay. I used to stock this location myself with 1/2&1/2 out of my own pocket from the Walgreens across the street, which a customer shouldn't have to do. BEVERAGES: Well my Americano, honestly, was awful. Tasted like dirty dish water. Old stale coffee bean flavor only slightly diluted luke warm water. BAD PRODUCT. SERVICE: It appears JOE & THE JUICE ownership and management are back to their old tricks again refusing cash payment. I told the manager it's city law thay accept cash payment - payment equality - and he conceded he knew this is the law. I was given the excuse the cash register just happened to be broken and they were waiting repairs, but trust me as one who knows J&J very well this is just BS: they're told to tell customers or city inspectors this and cynically keep going on with their segregationist policy. BAD. BAD. BAD SERIVICE!

Beautiful and yummy pastries and savory items such as quiche and pâté en croûte. Thoughtfully…read morecrafted French specialties at a high price..! Follow me for more on BayBitesNSips on Tiktok I'm also a bay area artist and I've just started selling online on Etsy: MLEcolorshop ; if you visit me or tell a friend who likes jewelry, I would appreciate it so much https://www.etsy.com/shop/MLEcolorshop

Mutton pie, delicious ，good good…read more This bakery located in the Italian port offers many specialty dim sum. The waiters are charming and very friendly. The open kitchen is clean, and the dim sum chefs are very dedicated and handsome