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    Q Specialty Coffee

    4.2 (320 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Laura J.

    Lots of seating inside, saw a lot of people doing work or journaling. Love how big and spacious is and the decorations and vibes are super cute. I got the Yuzu matcha air cream cloud. The drink itself was creamy and smooth and wasn't too sweet. The matcha itself was not too strong and tasted more on the lighter side. I wasn't too sure if I liked the Yuzu matcha cream cloud, while it was light and fluffy the flavor wasn't for me. The Yuzu was too citrusy and overpowering and I was really glad the Yuzu was only in the cream cloud and not in the rest of the drink.

    Strawberry cloud matcha Mocha cloud espresso
    Allie H.

    Was I influenced by tik tok? Yes. Was tik tok right? Also yes. But I'm a sucker for a cloud This place has drinks that taste as beautiful as they look. High quality coffee and matcha. I also think it's cool they have like a coffee bean sniffing station where u can smell the different beans they have. I loved the mocha cream cloud. Chocolatey and rich without being overly sweet. The strawberry matcha was also super fun.

    double hojicha, strawberry matcha, guava coffee, matcha crepe cake
    Ashlee L.

    I got invited here to shoot some content for them, and I'm very glad for that opportunity. Content aside, I did genuinely enjoy their drinks. The strawberry matcha was my favorite. They used a strawberry cream top instead of a puree, which I actually enjoyed. It added a nice creaminess to the drink, and the matcha was very smooth and strong. It worked well together. I also tried their double hojicha, and while I enjoyed how nutty and strong the hojicha was, I did find it a little bit grainy. I wish it was a little smoother like the matcha was. I usually don't drink/like coffee, but the guava cold brew sounded so interesting I couldn't resist. The fruity jasmine tea somehow paired so well with the coffee and made it a nice refreshing drink. I was also lucky enough to try the matcha crepe cake, which I believe they get from Lady M. It had really nice layers and was light, but unfortunately it was a little too sweet for me. Overall a very solid matcha/coffee option in SF. They have a beautiful interior too, perfect for catching up with friends. Servers were sweet as well!

    Strawberry cloud matcha, coffee, chai
    Jessica M.

    I loved their matcha! I ordered the strawberry cloud matcha which is sweet but not too sweet. The cloud was nice and thick. I enjoyed the dried strawberries on top-nice touch! And the cups are very durable which appreciate. The place is on the corner with limited parking but we managed to find a spot. The restaurant is nice with a good amount of small tables. It was very busy and a long line but we didn't wait too long. The service was decent. The bathrooms were trashed and there was no toilet paper. It was not near closing either.

    Yuzu Air Matcha Cloud, velvet matcha latte, lady M crepe cake
    Angela C.

    We ordered the velvet matcha cloud and the yuzu air cloud matcha latte. Yuzu Air Cloud Matcha Latte: Both were quite good although I think I preferred the velvet matcha cloud more since the heavy cream is slightly less distracting than yuzu from the matcha. The yuzu air cloud matcha was unique though, all the yuzu flavor was in the cream which was not too tart and had a nice flavor to it. I also just really wanted the whipped top which was very cute. The matcha was quite good as well and one of the better ones in the City in my opinion. Lady M Crepe Cake: We also got a matcha crepe cake to share and it was really good since it's Lady M. The cake is awesome and the crepes are a really nice thinness. Overall, would come back once in a while for their drinks, since they are a little expensive, but definitely worth a try!

    matcha yuzu and mango nitro
    Linz C.

    The matcha yuzu cloud had a beautiful presentation and the yuzu foam was so refreshing and blended well with the matcha. The matcha itself isn't the best quality but the cloud foam is solid. My favorite tho was the mango nitro. The mango juice added the perfect amount of sweetness and the coffee was sooo smooth. I finished it in less than 5 minutes. Will definitely be back to try the guava nitro

    Sofia V.

    This spot was on our list to try while in SF. It was pretty cool to smell the different coffee bean options We ordered two pour over coffees, a hot latte and two strawberry matchas. They didn't offer cinnamon powder or heavy cream. A bit over priced for what you get. Street parking was a bit of a challenge.

    Valerie C.

    I've been wanting to try Q speciality for the longest time so it was fun to add this to my matcha crawl list. Line gets long but ordering goes pretty quickly. I had a hard time choosing between matcha drinks so all my friends and I got different drinks to try. I was a bit nervous seeing the batch make their matcha but the matcha profile was very strong. My favorite would probably be the matcha yuzu latte or the strawberry matcha latte. The strawberry foam was a cream cheese foam so it made it so creamy. I'm mainly taking a star away is because they batch made and for a matcha latte average around $9 which is crazy for the portions. I heard great things about their coffee so I definitely need to try that next.

    Velvet matcha foam
    Ann V.

    Velvet cloud match 10/10. I love the cup. 100% recommend this spot. Nice spot!! Service was fast.

    Strawberry hojicha and strawberry matcha lattes
    Kaisi G.

    We went on a Saturday morning and there was a small line - about 15 min so not bad at all. We got the strawberry hojicha and the strawberry matcha lattes. They also have Lady M crepe cake slices here! We tried the Dubai chocolate one and it was good.

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    Madison B.

    Ambiance: Q Specialty Coffee is a vibrantly bright coffee shop in Presidio Heights with lots of natural lighting and tables to complete work or just relax with family or friends before starting your day. The coffee bar is open with the ability to see baristas making drinks as ordered with also a display for pastries to pair with the drinks. Service: The baristas were extremely friendly and diligent on getting drinks swiftly made to order, while also being knowledgeable and helpful with questions on the menu. Wait time: Less than 10 minutes between ordering of food / drink and it being ready when going at 10am on a Sunday. Matcha: The Velvet matcha had a good matcha flavor without being overly sweet and a good balance between ice and actual drink. The matcha foam that goes on top is also not excessive while providing a more deep flavor profile that the actual drink lacks a little in. They do also have lids on a side table to allow for you to take your drink on the go with both a straw option and sip lid built into the same top. The matcha crepe cake was okay but did not really have a strong matcha taste to it and the crepes themselves were not very flavorful either. For Presidio Heights, Q Specialty Coffee is a solid tasting matcha with plenty of natural lighting and a great place to catch up with friends or colleagues while enjoying a beverage.

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    Pauline L.

    The line was out the door for this one but it moves quick! We got a bunch of different drinks to try. Hojicha with strawberry cream -- 7/10. The strawberry cream was the best part but the flavor of the hojicha drink itself could be stronger. I like the little strawberry bits on top because it added a nice crunch. Hojicha with hojicha cream -- 8/10. The cream again was AMAZING but the drink itself could do with some more flavor. Matcha with strawberry cream -- 7/10. The matcha flavor of the drink itself could be stronger but the cream was great. Matcha with Yuzu cream -- 9/10. This one was a bit more pricey than the others but the cream had SUCH a strong yuzu flavor and it mixed well with the matcha and made a matcha yuzu drink.

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    Harry W.

    A great place for curated gourmet coffees, matcha and other drinks with a superb pastry selection to match. Bright clean Modern minimalist decor with tiny little round tables just big enough for a laptop and your beverage of choice. Friendly service and definitely fast service midweek, though seating can be a little tight due to everyone camping out here "working from home". :) I really just wanted something simple like the drip coffee, black, no room, but they were out! Hey.. isn't this a coffeehouse!??? lol So I went for the Mocha and a blueberry scone. The Mocha was on point but I have to say the scone had a remarkable moist and almost airy texture with plenty of blueberries. 5/5 on the scone, 4.5/5 on the mocha. The servers were all friendly and seemed to enjoy being here as much as I was! I would love to come back again anytime I am nearby, especially midweek when there aren't any lines!

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