Their baristas show no care. I ordered a latte and the design was a joke. Couldn't tell if it was supposed to be a tulip or a heart, it was just a blob and no one cared. If I wanted a drink this bad I would have gone to Starbucks. read more

manny's is a super cozy spot to get work done or chit chat! out of all the cafes i've visited in the mission, manny's is my favorite to sit at. the lighting and ambiance are top tier. they also host really cool events. never stop manny!!! i got a matcha latte and shakshuka. their food menu is reasonably priced and tasty. my latte was perfectly milky - matcha-y. i felt so productive here the one downside is that there's no wifi, but if you have a good hotspot it shouldn't be an issue read more

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Very nice casual place in the heart of mission to grab a drink and people watch or meet someone. Recommend the hibiscus tea, not sweet but full of flavor! read more

Stumbled across this hot spot on Valencia when having brunch a block down and decided to come in for a cup of coffee. The vibe is amazing- the entry seats are right next to the open design which gets all the sunlight, the inner space has a unique area for reading/boardgames, then the final part is where the open mic is. I love everything about this place and plan on coming back to try their food menu! read more

Manny's - Entrance - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

My sister and I took the train into the city for an event, but first... Coffee. My sister did a search for coffee shops near the area and Manny's came up as the top hit. Wow, what an incredible coffee shop! I was highly impressed by the place. It was located on the corner of 16th and Valencia, and it commanded such a charming presence. I loved the whole vibe of the place. One area was like a cozy lounge, but when you turn the corner you'll find yourself in a library nook. I got an iced nonfant dirty chai latte. Since they had rose syrup, I was like wth let's get crazy so I asked them to to include it. What's funny was that my custom drink must've not been a popular one because two of the servers were curious if I thought it tasted good. I appreciated that they cared, which goes to show how much they cared about customer satisfaction. The drink was what I expected it to be, and I liked that the rose wasn't too overpowering. If I was hungry, I would've totally tried their brunch items. I'm a huge fan of chilaquiles and especially with rojo sauce, which was exactly featured on display. All the more reason to come back next time I'm in the Mission. read more

Really amazing venue/cafe on 16st mission. It's my first time at manny's I love the artsy decorations. Especially the pop art style with pop figures all over the walls in the cafe, even the bathroom was very artsy. I came as part of a private event, I mostly stayed at the private room with the stage. The space was very spacious, it can fit up to 6 large picnic tables. I think the private party had around 50-70 people, I could be wrong but the space felt big. There were mics on the stage, lamps on the floor and creative decorations around the room. It seems like its been used for slam poetry, local concerts, comedy show, book reading, anything that requires a stage lol. Service was excellent. Even with the large crowd on a Sunday afternoon, the baristas knew how to manage it and they did it with excellence. They made the drinks very quickly and swiftly while keeping up with multiple orders. I was impressed. WHAT I ORDERED Strawberry sangria ice tea Lavender blueberry ice tea Both are delicious homemade tea blends. It's unsweetened so I added packets of Splenda to make it sweeter. 10/10 highly recommend booking their private room for large events. Excellent service, even the catered food was great. read more

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Terrific San Francisco experience! Manny is a terrific host and his restaurant, which he opens to community organizations, is a testament to his friendly hospitality. read more

Manny's is a great space for community events, with lots of comfortable seating and tables, amazing hosts, a nice selection of teas and beers on tap, and a really nice parklet along Valencia. The stage and setup were perfect for the SOTA poetry reading i attended. read more

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Service. Food, atmosphere....yes! I've always had a good experience here. The steak salad is my go to.

Absolutely love this place! Anytime my family is in SF we prioritize a meal here. It's just that good!! Kudos on the food and incredible service!! read more

Really cute breakfast spot in the mission right on Valencia. Essentially all vegetarian except for smoked salmon so lots of great options for those with dietary restrictions. Casually and food comes out pretty quickly, and prices are reasonable! Would return read more

Manny's - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

A community center brunch esque place. It's a good place to meet up and catch up but I would say the food is just alright. Not necessarily somewhere I'd come for brunch if I've got other options. Shashuka was alright too not bad but also not memorable. A reasonably priced dish in SF. read more

Manny's - Shashuka - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

The food is good. The staff was dishonest to the point where we left and took our food to go. The Food is good. Once the owner realized we were unhappy...her response was that people "lie on their reviews". Once I figured out what she was talking about I thought what a great idea,I should do a review. I gave 2 stars because they are deceptive not because of the food. The irony is thick. This review is the truth. read more

Went on a Sunday morning, it was very busy. All the tables were taken inside. Not many larger tables for more than 2-3 people. They do have a parklet with outdoor seating, it is in the shade so dress warmly! We ordered 2 iced teas and a cappuccino. The cappuccino was good, but only luke warm. It took over 25 minutes to get our drinks. read more

This is the coffeehouse/cafe vibe I have been looking for! Lots of seating, couches, causal vibes - perfect! They have a lot of progressive reading material to go through as well as decor. Great place to either work or just hang out with people. read more

Manny's - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

What a find! My favorite part was sitting at the massive window with two comfy couches facing Valencia. For the eats, so many vegetarian options, including a cauliflower hummus bowl, an impossible meat bowl and an eggplant one. The bowls were ample nutritious and delicious, and went well with a side of spicy sauce. The back has a mini library and some comfy benches, a pleasant spot to spend an afternoon at. I wish they do a decaf espresso at some point, not all of us want the jitters. read more

I came here for a discussion on Colorism and was pleasantly surprised. I had no real expectations and was ultra happy when I saw their business model around activism. It's right up my alley. I came early to get some work done but could not cause it was during the time they were showing episodes of "Sex in the City." I spent so much time laughing I didn't get much work done, but I had a great time. I enjoyed the wine and love how the space is situated. Their spacious community room is amazing. The service was okay, could've been better. However my overall experience was a 5+ so it did not change my feeling about the place. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back and likely bringing friends. read more

Manny's - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Such a special place in the heart of the mission! Mannys hosts so many unique events, whether it's meet and greets with presidential candidates or "super gay superbowl parties", Mannys is protecting so much of the San Francisco character that's harder and harder to find these days. read more

Manny's is quite alright. Very grassroots DIY progressive thinking going on here. It is a community space. A feel good place. They offer up brunch & breakfast w/ bottomless mimosa on the weekend. No lunch or dinner except for special events. Menu leans toward vegan & vegetarian w/ some fish options. Conscious of meat intake at the restaurant. Plant strong, vegetable forward forward that is tasty. Food that makes you feel light & healthy after eating. Manny's is a civic gathering space. Non-profit restaurant cafe. Political bookshop on site. Tilly the bartender was very kind giving me the 411 on the scope of Manny's. Many social events happen here including several Presidential candidates have spoken here. Love the comfortable couches here. Manny's is the event space here while Farming Hope does all the food. The chefs at Farming Hope have worked in Michelin star restaurants. They train former homeless & give second chance to prisoners to train them to cook giving them life skills. Recently attended an event here w/ amazing food & good overall vibe. Many tasty amazing vegetable dishes yet perhaps would like to see a bit more whole grain dishes on the menu perhaps pilafs or something to pair w/ legumes & the veggies. Just a suggestion. Even had a chance to see Manny himself speak as awesome spot worth checking out in the Mission district! read more

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Manny's is one of the best restaurants I've ever tried in San Francisco. This restaurant's mission statement and partnership with Farming Hope makes them much more than just your typical eatery. Manny's makes an effort to use locally sourced ingredients, employ those in need of jobs seeking to better themselves, and serve great Mediterranean food! All of this combined results in some amazing food. I had the pleasure of trying various items from their ever changing menu. Here's a few of my favorites! Chickpea Panisse: fried chickpea fritters with muhammara aioli. Incredibly flavorful comfort food that's light and not greasy. Labneh Toast: citrus labneh, mixed citrus, tarragon, candied pistachios, and honey. Sweet and strong citrus flavors that complement one another so well. Pavlova: meringue, whipped yogurt, strawberries, cacao-rose crunch, and basil. A fluffy dessert that's not overly sweet. An abundance of healthy and yummy food that use fresh ingredients along with a beautiful venue, this place is a winner for sure. They do have a lot of events centered around politics and social justice, so be on the look out! Manny's is also right by a BART station, very convenient! read more

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Calamari was nice and crispy. Steaks were tasty, however my medium filet mignon was more like a medium well. Salads, soups were good. service was a bit slow. It took a long time to get the beers. read more

Great place to hang out but no public wi-fi doesn't make it an ideal place if you want to get with done.

I came by on a Sunday evening when Manny's was hosting a quiet reading time. I had seen how involved Manny's is with the community and wanted to come by. Ever since the onset of the pandemic, I've been looking for a place to buy a coffee, then sit and do work. THIS is the place - the staff are friendly, the drinks are good, and they have a full menu of food. I ordered a chai latte and sat by the window, which was a great spot to do some people-watching on Valencia. It was my first time coming here - and I'll definitely be back. read more

Manny's - Chai latte - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Who knew this spacious spot on the corner of 16th and Valencia was swirling in political controversy? Apparently owner Manny Yekutiel has been the subject of weekly protests over allegations of Zionism. Frankly I find the notion of political protest and point-counterpoint arguments rather refreshing because it's a 3,000 square foot venue for left-leaning activism with a full calendar of community events. Or you can just hangout and have lunch like I did in the bar cafe section upfront. Laptoppers abound here, but I managed to find s small table surrounded by s lot of vibrant local art (photo: http://bit.ly/2JdEN46). There were only four items on their lunch menu and there was a decided Middle Eastern twist to them. I ordered the $11 Cauliflower Salad, which was quite a diverse, colorful plate of harissa-roasted, turmeric-pickled cauliflower florets drizzled with tarragon green goddess dressing and mixed with tomato, cucumber, pickled onions, pepitas, and a lentil quinoa grain blend (photo: http://bit.ly/2Jep58D). To go with it, I had a bowl of the $6 Farming Hope Soup of the Day, which turned out to be a bountiful, lighter-than-expected minestrone (photo: http://bit.ly/2ITeuk4). Maybe I should spend more time getting my political consciousness raised. FOOD - 4 stars...Middle Eastern flair in healthy local fare AMBIANCE - 4 stars...true community hangout with a more relaxed vibe for the politically unaware SERVICE - 3 stars...a tad befuddled TOTAL - 4 stars...nice change-of-pace with a higher purpose in the Mission RELATED - Milling about in the Mission? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2NHtst6 read more

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I often go to Manny's to drink coffee and read books. The space here is very cozy, there are many comfortable places for you to sit alone or go with a group of friends. The breafast here is great too, I am surprised, that is what makes this place always my favorite. read more

Comfortable, good coffee, lunch options. A nice place to meet someone for a conversation or to get some reading done.

The food was absolutely Delicious! Way beyond what I was expecting. So flavorful, so hearty and on top of it all it was healthy! The impossible kofta was so flavorful, the impossible patty was zesty, which complimented the hummus so well - 10/10. The shakshuka was delicious, perfectly runny fried eggs on the top exquisite - 10/10. Great coffee!! Definitely coming back and bringing more friends! read more

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This spot is a good place for brunch. I came here with a couple of friends and we squatted a table outside because the inside was packed and didn't have any available seating open. The inside is less of a restaurant vibe and more of a coffee shop with couches and sofas. The menu for brunch was very small, only six items. We ordered a couple of different things: I got the Shasuka, which I thought was delicious. I think the other items on the menu, such as the chicken fajita or the carrot soup, were alright too. Definitely recommend checking out. read more

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A great community space. Went for a political event. Very close to BART. Great quality coffee. Will definitely be back.

I went to Manny's for a Sofarsounds concert and it was such a great venue! The vibes are amazing and I would definitely go back to read or meet with people over a glass of wine. read more

Manny's - Cafes Near Me - San Francisco, California

Unique cafe close to Valencia - it's located right next to a main street and great for grabbing a quite bite or coffee on the go. read more

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This place has an amazing atmosphere. The food and drinks are great too. The bathrooms are sparkling clean and the customer service excellent. Come and stay for the vibe, get fed and read a book. This is what a respite from the city hustle looks like... read more

honestly a poor excuse for a cafe! Everything I ate was simultaneously bland and over-salted? Not totally sure how they managed that. Boring! Go elsewhere for a genuine experience. read more

This place is awesome. It reminds me of coffee shops in the 90s. A good place to waste time with friends while enjoying some good food and coffee. read more

The food was good, but a little on the pricey side. The food came out quickly and the food was tasty. Seating was on tables and couches. Very casual dining. read more

Food is decent - service is awful, too cool for customer service crowd- they hate when you interrupt their phone time for an order. Another big issue is that a sex offender lurks on the parklet every weekend morning - harassing women. Look on the sex registry for offenders near Manny's location, look through the list and you will see one of them on that parklet every weekend morning. I have asked him to leave me alone on numerous occasions but he continues to taunt and harrass. Found him on the list shortly after- be careful. read more

Everything I say falls short about this business, it is what I envisioned as my project kudos to Manny for acting on it & making it happen! Come for food, community, coffee, books or events you won't be disappointed!! read more

This coffee shop claims to be a center for political thought and involvement but today when a very kindly older homeless veteran asked me to buy him a coffee the waitstaff was dismissive and clearly hostile. I bought two coffees, one for a friend and one for this gentleman and the coffee for my friend came in a mug as usual while the coffee for this gentleman came in a to go cup without me ever having asked for it. Staff gave looks askance and definitively seemed like they were trying to usher him out as fast as possible. How hypocritical it is to have a sign for "free coffee and ceasefire" and lettering on the wall calling for more open minds when your actual establishment will shun those in need at home. read more

Took 25 minutes to make my chai latte, which ended up very bland. Worst part was seeing two mice scurrying around the cafe floor. It was an uncomfortable experience and I will not be back. read more

Snooty and off putting barista....he gave the place a seriously unfriendly vibe which is sad for a place that seeks to be politically and community engaged. The place badly needs public wi-fi. Coffee and food good. Sadly my hunt for a cool and comfortable place to work is still on. read more