Finally, SF has a genuinely good Italian bakery. I rated it pretty high, and with a few improvements it could easily be a 5‑star spot. Service needs attention. Regular customers should feel recognized, and the wait can be long because the person taking orders is sometimes also the barista. In the FiDi, people need to grab their order and get back to work quickly. Staff should know the menu. I've asked about certain items a few times, and the answers were vague or unsure. Better recommendations would help. When they run out of items (which happens often), the response is usually just "we're out," rather than offering alternatives or suggestions. Consistency in friendliness matters. The staff tends to be warmer toward Italian customers. I understand the cultural familiarity, but this is still a business and everyone should feel equally welcome. Great food, great potential--and despite the issues, I still recommend this café. read more

I go by this place on my commute to work every day and hadn't realized what I was missing! This spot is a bit hidden along Market near the Montgomery Street, but down the stairs to feel removed from the business of the street. They had a wide selection of pastries and drinks and we were quite delighted by them. I ended up getting a pastry with a vanilla custard filling that was quite yummy. The perfect amount of fluffiness. My girlfriend got a prosciutto sandwich and thought it was great. The service here was also great, with the employee helping me decide on a pastry. I was most impressed by the chai latte I got. Most cafes feel like the same overly sweet chai concentrate, while this one tasted much better and I got to pick my sweetness level. I'm definitely going to be coming back! read more

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I came to pick up some pastry for my team in the morning and their selection was vast. Everything seems to be baked and made from the back, and the ambience was comfortable. The service was a little tricky since I wanted everything but I can't recall all the names by the time I got to the end of sales line. It would be nice to have someone at the beginning to box my order then they hand off to the register. Otherwise the staff were nice and friendly. My office loved the pastry, I ordered a few tarts, pistachio croissant and a few other baked goods. read more

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Matcha is not good. It's not good with sweetener either. My standards can be high because I like Marukyu Koyamaen Unkaku, but the matcha from Amazon for $14 is also tolerable with honey. The matcha at Poesia is worse. Please find a new brand and return the one you have back to Costco. I know you're an Italian bakery and coffee shop, so matcha may not be your specialty, but bulk matcha should only be for baking. Blue Bottle is currently my favorite matcha in the area. Croissant - probably needs a reheat or bake. Maybe because I bought it at the end of the day, but it wasn't crispy. Maybe I should've asked for a rebake/toast? I toasted it when I got home and my kiddo inhaled it. There was one other pastry I'm interested to try - the pistachio with apricot in the center, but I think some of their bakers experiment because I haven't seen it when I've been back to check. read more

This is a great place to stop on your way to work and enjoy some Italian treats and a coffee. They have delicious meat sandwiches, pizzas, and amazing pastries. I walk past this place every day and love that such wonderful people work there. Thanks for the great service, guys! read more

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I love this is so open and accessible via Montgomery Bart on Exit 2! It's a great vibe as it's below street level so it feels secure and protected. I like the view starting from the window seeing the skyscrapers. I enjoy the amiable service and delicious egg bacon tomato cornetto and the perfect chai latte light sweet I ordered. The tomatoes in the croissant is perfect and the seasoned egg. Well with the $10.50 . I would come back love the open space for a Lunch or brunch. Great spot closes at 6pm also good for a work brunch meeting ! This is me coming back after their Grand Opening (as a guest) now back as a paying customer and I'm enjoying it! read more

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Have you ever wander around the city and ran into something new you least expected ? It happened to me when I was walking around in the financial district in San Francisco, California , USA. I often make it a need to make a pit stop to try a new place immediately as if they will no longer exist just because it could be a short term opportunity like a new pop up in SF for a limited time only. This place has bake goods that are flakey in SF. It's located at One Post Plaza and it's called Poesia. On a Winter stroll on intersection on Market street in between Montgomery and New Montgomery street there is an Italian bakery which serves focaccia and sandwiches along with espresso. Inside is a spacious electric space which has some seating available for working and yapping. I had to try the corneto vanilla and custard croissant. It was creamy but so flakey like some in SF. The croissant was also tasty and not too sweet. They also have the honeys like in the honey hazelnut . The jalapeño triple cheese pastry seems like their popular pastry which is flakey in SF. This is a good spot if you are on the way to the BART or Muni at the Montgomery station in San Francisco or just wandering around downtown San Francisco. Poesia has sandwiches with different types of "bries" and Italian " pastries" and pair with the different types of " teas" and they also have the famous jalapeño "triple cheese " Skip that morning "toast "and enjoy a morning or an afternoon delight brioche topped with a "pistachio roast" they have flakey bakegoods is what they have hella" most"at this the hidden location of Poesia at the Plaza at "One Post" read more

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During my visit to the Financial District, I discovered some excellent food options. Bon appétit, cheers from Poesia Cafe, an Italian Bakery. PS I often stop by this cafe to hear the French staff say my name with their charming accent, accompanied by a warm buttery croissant and a delicious iced blueberry latte. read more

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Came on a weekday right before it was closed so there wasn't much left but I got the poppy seed muffin and pistachio cookie - poppy seed muffin 6/10, it was not vey moist, flavor was alright - pistachio cookie 8/10, pretty crunchy, generous with the pistachio, the more I ate the cookie, the more I enjoyed it, but it was around $7. I felt like it was a tad bit pricy for a cookie that was standard size. I ate this one a bit too fast, forgot a photo haha I would recommend come trying this place out, pretty convenient location (right outside the Montgomery station). I would come back to check out their sandwiches read more

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Poesia Cafe is located at One Post Plaza right by the Montgomery Station entrance. I work nearby and I was literally wishing that there were more bakeries nearby and next thing I knew it, I watched a video about this café over the weekend and I finally remembered to stop by today! The café is spacious! And I was so overwhelmed by all of the options available. I asked the staff if they had a favorite and they said their favorite was the Cornetto Pistacchio so that's what I got plus an iced latte and my total came out to about $15. The pastry was delicious but I probably shouldn't have eaten something this sweet this early in the morning. Will definitely be stopping by again to try other pastries! This is their soft opening and they are currently cashless for the time being! read more

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A brand new bakery tucked away near the Montgomery BART exit, Poesia Cafe brings classic Italian pastries and sandwiches to FiDi. With a wide selection of croissants, cakes, quiches, the standouts are the sandwiches. Definitely go for the classic Parma, featuring fresh fluffy bread, arugula, mozzarella, tomamos, and mouth watering prosciutto. It'll leave you satisfied and instantly yearning for another. This is the perfect spot to grab something for lunch. Everything is fresh, light, and instantly makes you feel like you're in Italy grabbing a bite to eat. read more

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Look - I know a croissant has to be flakey perfection if crumbs are falling out of the bag before I take the pastry out. That's exactly what happened with my almond croissant ($6). It was flakey goodness with a hint of sweetness from the almond filling. The croissant is bread forward which I prefer because anyone can make a filling. It takes an artist to perfect the bake. I have not had the prosciutto and brie croissant yet but it honestly looks almost too beautiful to eat. It was a little pricier, around $10.50, but I'm sure it'll toast up nicely and go down tasty. Last but not least, I had to round out my order with a large cold brew ($6.50). I would say it did not stand out as far as coffee goes but I had to have something to wash down the baked goods. It is a little pricey for the size but overall a solid option if you're in a pinch. This is a new place but the service seemed experience and the place was very clean. It had a very welcoming aesthetic and I'm looking forward to returning! Yummy Certified! read more

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I saw their Instagram post about their soft opening and thought I'd pass by. It's conveniently located right outside the Montgomery bart station. I went around 7:30am and it was pretty quiet. It looked like the staff were still setting up. The pasteries all looked incredible. I saw fresh baked items in the back on racks waiting for hungry customers. I opted for the Cornetto Nutella / Nutella croissant for $5.50. I devoured the croissant. The outer layer has a nice flaky crunch with a soft fluffy inside. My only recommendation is to more evenly spread the Nutella. The ends of the croissant don't have any Nutella and the middle has extra. Can't wait for them to fully open. read more

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Wow ! I rarely have Italian croissants and this is my first time! Everything was so good here ! I came here for the grand opening and it's right next to Montgomery Bart Station, super convenient if you are heading in and out of Bart to grab a pastry! My favorite is their raspberry croissant and pistachio maritozzi ! Would come back to try more of their pastries ! read more

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It's nice to see something new in this space because it's been vacant for so long. I was looking forward to trying it because I commute through Montgomery station daily and work nearby. The space is beautiful with a lot of seating. Service was quick because I was the only customer in line. All the pastries look amazing. The main downside for me was the price. A small cold brew and a danish was $15, pre-tip (the cold brew was $5.50 and the danish was $9). I've lived in SF for 20+ years and am pretty tolerant of SF prices, but this seemed high given what nearby high-end bakeries and coffee shops charge. Both items were decent but not super special. I may come back but it probably won't earn a spot in my regular rotation. read more

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Cute little bakery that's connect to Montgomery Bart exit. Coming up the stairs, you'll see a sign where the door is. I visited after their first week and there was a good amount of customers. Service is friendly and warm in the early morning. I ordered my croissant (they had a lot of varieties!) and a cafe latte. The croissant and flaky and the jam inside was very artisanal. It came out fast. Love the spacious interior and bright natural light. read more

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I've had hot chocolate twice here. The first time it was okay. The second time it wasn't sweet at all and a bit lumpy. I work near it so hopefully it was an off day. read more

A new stop for your BART/MUNI commute! This cafe is has a huge pastry case filled with sweet and savory options. For the whipped cream fans, try their brioche filled with a mountain of whipped cream and a vanilla bean custard. They are conveniently located on a lower level of One Post Plaza near the Montgomery st station. The area was pretty clean and the service was very friendly and patient. read more

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I've been here twice now. Both times I was ravenously hungry. On my first visit, I tried their lentil potato soup, which I loved. I have some dietary restrictions, and many versions of lentil soup contain ingredients I can't eat. This one is vegan (in fact, they told me that all of their soups are vegan) and doesn't have any of my triggers. It's a generous portion and the soup came with crunchy, peppery croutons. It stayed on my mind for days afterwards! Downtown again and with low blood sugar, I came back today thinking of that soup and was really happy to see it on the menu board even though it's quite warm in SF. This time I asked if I could have bread on the side, and I was given a lightly toasted slice of crusty deliciousness drizzled with olive oil. Their counter staff are SO nice and helpful and seem well informed about the food they serve, which is always a good sign. The dining space is clean and roomy, and the bathrooms were well kept up. I want to try a pastry sometime; they look gorgeous. read more

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Beautiful box of sammies! My work colleagues luv luv luv them!!!! And cookies and pastries for dessert! The best. Order was super fresh, on-time and complete!!!! 10 out of 10!!! Service was amazing as they luved my service doggo Harley. read more

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This place is amazing. Some of the best matcha & chai I've ever tasted. Everyone who works here is the absolute sweetest. They were very helpful when trying to decide what to eat. Will 100% be returning. read more

This looks delicious! Happy to see this place soft-opened right here on Post Street. Great space, great service, and delicious food! read more

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wow walk into a beautiful big window shop all the pastry look so amazing delicious, I want one of everything , I ordered lavender latte and a pastry so tasty, staff was friendly with big smile, I will come back try the sandwiches! read more

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I ate here with a friend for the first time this week and I must say , I was expecting higher quality food. I had the veggie pizza and all the veggies on the pizza aside from the peppers were completely charred. They were sliced too thin and they obviously burned in the oven. I also did not really like the spicy tomato sauce. In all a pretty poor burned tasting pizza. My friend had the salmon quiche and while the egg custard was quite dry, the dough around was undercooked. The crust is visibly too thick for a quiche. So, both options were disappointing and you don't expect such basic mistakes with this price tag. I know the croissants are good, so I might be back for one of those. read more

Nice service and very quick. Recommend their iced latte along with their mushroom quiche

New Poesia cafe just open at 1 post st right when you get off the Montgomery bart station and up the escalator. They have another location on 18th st and Castro. Small and cozy cafe with very nice service. They have very yummy pastries. A bit pricey but for the area and quality bake goods it's pretty norm nowadays. I definitely recommend this place. I haven't tried their sandwiches yet but will in the future. As for the pastries, it is a yes for me unless I'm on a budget yet it's worth it when I'm not lol. read more

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Me and my friend went to this cafe from my friend's recommendation hoping to get a Maritozzo. Upon arrival there were no maritozzo displayed at the counter so we asked one of the guy who worked as a cashier and finally the chef brought a box full of them out for us. We were so glad and bought two pieces each. We were so excited so we took some photos outside the cafe while the chef proudly came out to talk to us. He was so nice and you could see how happy he was from his eyes. The Roman maritozzo itself was so good. I was surprised that it took couple hours for us to come home and the cream was still puffy and looked exactly the same while not being refrigerated. This is a good dessert for sharing and if you are a whipped cream lover, you must try it. Overall, I would be back to sit in the cafe because it looks so nice. Also it is very convenient because you can just grab and go then go down for a muni transportation. read more

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Service was pretty fast since it was quiet in the morning when I got off BART. It's conveniently placed that it's right up the escalator. I got the plain cornetto and I thought it was pretty good! I don't have any complaints about the latte either, but the price is definitely city prices. It was pretty quiet and there was ample seating which I enjoyed. read more

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Authentic Italian style cafe. Pastries are all fresh, and coffee is very good. Right off of bart stop, perfect place to grab a bit in FiDi before heading to work. read more

Grazie Mille to the Barista's - especially the one with the colorful shirt- for lending me a towel because my water bottle spilled in my bag. I really appreciate the community support. You could have easily said no. Welcome to the neighborhood! 10/10 customer service! read more

Finding this place is like finding Pandora's box, which is very annoying if you're a commuter. There is absolutely no signage to this location on Apple Maps. It says it in one place and it's not there so practically impossible to find don't waste your time trying to get here because you won't be able to find it read more

I work in the city, and this place has quickly become my go-to spot with my team. The food selection is impressive, with everything from pastries to sandwiches done exceptionally well. Prices are fair for the area, and the coffee is outstanding. They even roast their own espresso beans. Customer service is top-notch, with Giovanni, Owen, and Nico always attentive and friendly. The space is always clean and inviting. A fantastic spot. read more

Nice cafe with good amount of seating. Service was great as well as the location right by the Montgomery bart station. The only thing is that they don't have any outlets so not an ideal place to do work. Iced coffee was good, will definitely try the pastries next time! read more

A great bakery / cafe - this place has great coffee. HOT coffee. Amazing pastries. A welcome addition to the neighborhood. Please try it and support this bakery/eating establishment. read more

Stopped by here for a morning pastry and coffee. Everything looks amazing. I had a plain croissant and was so yummy! Crispy on the outside and soft inside. The service was incredible! There was a long line, so the pastry chef actually came out to help the cashier so the customers didn't have wait. I will come back again!! read more

Great coffee and pastries! This is down in the Bart plaza. On a nice day to can sit outside in the plaza and it's actually kind of nice.