Away from the busy thoroughfare of El Camino, this modern coffee kiosk is located in a beautiful courtyard located right across from the Menlo Park CalTrain Station. Outdoor seating is available under the canopy of Sycamore trees and California oak trees in modern cobble stone tile pavers and gravel. I was really excited to try my first coffee flight. The flight was presented by the barista in 4 on shot glasses on a wood tray; starting with a shot of espresso, piccolo, drip filtered coffee and lastly iced filtered coffee. I forget the name of the exact source and blend - although the initial encounter is acidic, a full bodied flavor takes over and lingers in the palette in a beautiful balance. This visit and full experience made my afternoon!! read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Coffee flight - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I love this location! I came on Easter Sunday in the afternoon and I was shocked they were open! There were people sitting outside and a couple people in line, but it moves super fast! There are pastries from The Midwife & the baker, some had run out but they still had some choices. I just got an ice coffee, you add your own milk that is off to the side. I also like how there is simple syrup you can add and some yummy looking thick sugar. I got the whole wheat chocolate chip cookie bc I was craving something sweet and eh, I wasn't in a health mood, I need a regular chocolate chip cookie, this did not hit, but I'll def be back when I'm in the area! read more

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I was in need of coffee on the way and happened to find Saint Frank Coffee! I have tried Saint Frank Coffee before, so when I saw that Menlo Park had a location I immediately knew I had to stop by. I ordered the Café Miel and the Honey Lavender Latte and both were excellent. The flavors were well balanced and not overly sweet, which I really appreciated. The drinks tasted very smooth and high quality, just like I remembered from their San Francisco location. The baristas were super friendly and welcoming, which made the quick stop even better. The shop is conveniently located right by the Caltrain station, making it a perfect place to grab a coffee if you are commuting or just passing through the area. There is no indoor seating, but there is plenty of outdoor seating. With the weather being so nice this time of year, it was actually perfect to sit outside, relax, and enjoy the coffee. The whole spot has a really pleasant and calm vibe. Definitely a great stop if you are in the area and need a quality coffee break. read more

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Stopped by Saint Frank Coffee in Menlo Park and wow, easily one of the best coffee spots I've ever tried in my life. The quality is next level. My dad got their coffee flight and I was excited to try it since it was my first time experiencing one, brewed coffee, iced coffee, cappuccino, and espresso, and every single one was impressive. I personally got the Café Miel and it was incredible, smooth with that perfect balance of sweetness and coffee. You can really taste the precision in every drink. The place itself is small, but the long line says everything about how good it is. Only downside for me was no real indoor seating, especially since it was a cold day, but if I'm ever back in the area, I'm definitely stopping by again! read more

Saint Frank Coffee - The spot - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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A lot of my friends said this place is one of their favorites but everytime I come by, the line is super long. I finally committed to the line and I will say, it goes by really fast. You order in one window and when you go around the corner to pay, they have your drink ready. That being said, my husband and I ordered flat whites and they were amazing. They also have a salted simple syrup and it was delicious. This will now be my go-to spot for flat whites! read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Flat white - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Saint Frank is one of my favorite coffee spots. My favorite latte is the maple pine. Unfortunately that is a seasonal flavor so it is not currently there. However, the beans are so good that it can be paired with pretty much anything. There usually is a line but it goes very quick. You order at the window then walk around the side to pay. There is only outside seating but the ambiance is great, just listening to the train enjoying the sunshine. I love this coffee shop. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I visited Saint Frank Coffee on a Sunday morning and found it pretty busy! There's no interior at this location - just a window to order at and some (dog-friendly) outdoor seating. I didn't see many seasonal specials, so I chose the Cafe Miel (latte with honey and cinnamon) and a Ginger Molasses Cookie. Both came out quickly and the staff members were friendly. This place clearly gets plenty of regulars because they knew many of the patrons by name. The Cafe Miel was pretty tasty and strong, but didn't have the strongest flavor. I really loved the Ginger Molasses Cookie, which was from The Midwife and The Baker. The texture was perfectly soft and chewy. Overall, I think this is more of a spot for coffee-connoisseurs interested in trying different beans, rather than a craft beverage-lover like me. Would still return though! read more

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We came here for their coffee flight which was my first time trying something like this. The place is located near the Caltrain station and they only had outdoor seating. It was actually pretty packed for the time we went as it was one hour before closing. It's a nice place to chill and relax but it might be better to go in the spring as opposed to us going in the winter. The baristas were all pretty nice and answered all questions about the coffee flights. They will tell you the order to drink it in and I would follow the order. Some of the flights were pretty acidic and I think I only liked two of the flights. The next time I'm back I'll try something else . read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Saint Frank Coffee in Menlo Park serves a solid cappuccino. You can taste the quality of their beans. The café itself is a gem: right across from the Caltrain station, with shaded outdoor seating that makes it perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends. Service was friendly and efficient. A solid spot in the Bay Area coffee scene -- I'll definitely be back. read more

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This little shop right in front of the Caltrain station reminds me of Seattle a lot. The shop is cute and has a lot of character, a lot of bean selections and plenty of seating outside. You can either get to go or dine in. We loved the drinks we got, the ice cubes are super squared, rlly cute. Will come back again. read more

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Such an adorable quaint little spot! I almost passed it up, and I'm so glad I found this!! I got a coffee flight, almond croissant, and ginger molasses cookie! The barista was incredibly friendly and outgoing, and the gentleman waiting behind him was also very patient as I got a coffee flight, and the barista gave me all the details regarding all four of the coffees, two of them were similar one was iced, and then hot, but all of them had so many different notes and flavors. I love this coffee flight!! I will definitely be back again!! The molasses ginger cookie was so spicy and perfectly soft with a little bit of chew, I loved it!! To top things off and actually started raining and it was so pretty to sit outside with the umbrella overhead and thank goodness I had a pee coat on, but I was drenched!! My coffee Was great and warmed me up, and I loved the area!! read more

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This has nothing to do with their coffee. This review is based solely on service only. For those that have been to this particular establishment, they have two open windows. The first window closest to the street is where you order your drink of choice. The second window is the cashier. This is where you pay. Check the photo out. They are not directly next to each other. Window two is front of the person in the grey shirt. Pretty simple process. I appreciate simple. Today, I went simply to buy a bag of coffee beans. There was a long line of people at window 1 to order their preferred coffee drinks but no line for the cashier at window 2. I grabbed a bag of beans out on display and went to the cashier window to pay. I was told to wait in the other line. Lets think about this... I am going to wait in a line where people place an order for a drink... to not order a drink, only to walk to the cashier to pay for a bag of beans. Reminds me of the type of employee that cannot fathom anything outside of their particular box. I just left. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Maple pine latte. Stopped by at the free charger to get some coffee while counting down the clock. Service quick since not a huge line ahead of me. Ambiance is outdoors which can be nice but then throw in the weather and it's out of control. The /pine/ of the maple pine latte is a little interesting. Not entirely sure how to describe the taste but it's pretty unique. read more

Stopped by Saint Frank Coffee in Menlo Park several times now, and it's become one of my favorite little coffee spots. There's no indoor area (just a walk-up window and outdoor seating under the trees - super cute by the way ) but that's part of its charm. It's cozy, dog-friendly, and always smells like freshly roasted beans. I have tried a few drinks here; the Cafe Miel, chai latte, and their pumpkin spice latte, and they all have their own pros! Their drinks are consistently smooth with just the right coffee to milk ratio. They have good pastries selection too, and they go by fast! Service is quick and friendly even when there's a line, and the quality is good.Thankfully its not too sugary, which I appreciate. A must-visit if you are near downtown Menlo Park or hopping off the Caltrain! read more

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overall 3 maple pine latte: 4/5, the addition of pine was interesting. latte was good not too acidic, would prob just get a reg latte next time tbh ham and cheese croissant: 2/5, i know they source from midwife bakery but i think they could heat it up or something as the croissant was cold. I know another cafe/coffee window serving midwife bakery, and they at least heat up the food to make it edible. I am not one to complain if something was just ok but honestly have the croissant cold made it inedible. For $6.75 at least heat it up for me. they are right next to the menlo park caltrain so there is a good amount of parking, service was fast but would have rather got better food then fast service. read more

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Coffee quality is always consistent and staff are efficient. There's usually a short line but it moves fairly quickly. You order at the first window and pay/get your goods at the second window. There's some outdoor seating, but it's typically all taken. I prefer to grab my coffee and go, so it doesn't impact me. Also tends to be a great dog gathering spot, and my dog always gets to meet new friends here. read more

As a hobbyist, it's really difficult to get this level of coffee away from home. If you're in to coffee, this is a good stop with great outdoor atmosphere. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Flight of single origin 4 ways - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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This was the very first spot I went post partum on my fist solo outing with baby. Parking was pretty easy out front on a Friday late morning. I ordered an iced cafe miel with oat milk and a hot honey lavender latte to go for my husband. It wasn't particularly easy to see the menu. I actually had to look it up on my phone as the person working wasn't particularly kind or helpful. With that said, I really liked my coffee, I'm a huge fan of anything cinnamon. My husband also liked his so the coffees were good, albeit very pricy. Overall, it's a solid spot to meet up with friends, but if you are hoping for a friendly server who will make a recommendation or even just reciprocate a smile or "have a nice day" your way, this isn't the spot. read more

I've been coming to this location several times a week for years! I love love love their cappuccino. One of the best in the bay. I also tried their "competition style cap" for the first time even though I've seen it for a long time. It's interesting! Did not expect it to come in so many steps. I love this little shop! read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Competition style cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

My wife and I came here on a Tuesday morning. There were plenty of parking and seating, but that might be because of this Christmas week. When we ordered we were informed all their bagged beans were sold out! We were hoping to buy a few bags of beans that day, but we'll just order them online. I really enjoyed my coffee; deep rich flavor. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Mebu as of December 23, 2025 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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Don't underestimate this kiosk cafe! It's like the little engine that could! The fastest service. You order and the barista starts making it. By the time you get around the corner to the register to pay, and then you pay, the other barista is already pouring your drink into a cup and it's ready to go! Fresh! Delicious cafe Miel. They make their own in house non dairy Mac/almond milk. Yum! And they always have these special unique drinks. Small menu, but a good menu. The simpler it is, the more they can master making it right. Have a seat at their tables underneath maple trees and watch the Caltrain go by and by. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Cafe Miel coffee art! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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My boyfriend and I had been wanting to try this spot but since seating is outside only, we waited until the weather warmed up. Got there around 9:30, only 3 people in line. After 10am the line was pretty long and started going down the sidewalk. Outside seating area is very cute but can be limited for how popular it is. We tried the ham & cheese croissant and the chocolate croissant. Pretty good but wish they were heated (maybe they can do that if you ask). For drinks my boyfriend got the competition cappuccino and a special pour over coffee. He was very excited about both and loved them. I had a chai latte which was also good. Unfortunately I accidentally spilled almost the entire thing all over me. I went to order another one and the staff was so nice to remake it at no charge! That service alone blew me away and I will continue to return. Amazing spot in every way! read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Competition Cappuccino. Ham & cheese croissant. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

My coffee loving family was excited to try this place, especially the coffee flight. There was already a line forming when we got there but it moved quickly considering how busy they are. I wanted to try the honey lavender latte which they didn't have unfortunately. So I went with cafe miel which came with honey and cinnamon. I'm not a coffee connoisseur so this was the right amount of darkness, richness & sweet for me. You order in line, pay, & they make the proper coffee drinks right in front of you. When the drinks are ready, grab them from the side window for a sit down, and enjoy your coffee & pastries. There were a few small white round tables outside and most were taken when we got there. Luckily, we found seating for our group without too much trouble. read more

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Cute coffee stand located behind the Caltrain station. It's a bit hidden from El Camino so you have to drive or walk down Alma to reach the stand! There is a lot of outdoor seating and it feels nice to sit outside on a nice sunny day! I got a mocha and asked for less sweet. It was a little less sweet than I was expecting but they had some simple syrup outside so I used that and it helped. I think next time I would get regular levels to see if it's to my liking! The drink was still good, just didn't have much chocolate syrup with the less sweet. There is a restroom here which is nice! The staff were very friendly! read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I feel like this place keeps getting better. The baristas here take their craft seriously, which means you see a wider range of more challenging designs peering up at you in your latte art. I'm generally a standard cappuccino person, but Saint Frank's has turned me to their specialty drinks as well. I especially like their limited-supply competition cup (cap made with a special blend of milk, a2 milk powder, and a touch of coconut powder) and their cafe miel (an 8oz latte with house made cinnamon honey syrup - I prefer "not too sweet" and this hits that mark perfectly). Hard to beat an excellent espresso drink here, enjoyed slowly under the dappled shade of trees and wafts of jasmine in their little courtyard. read more

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I love this tiny saint frank location! It's so cute! I visited on a rainy day and there was just something so romantic about getting a coffee here. I love their filter coffee and cappuccinos read more

I've been coming to Saint Frank in Menlo Park with my family almost every day for the last 3 years. We genuinely love this place, and this is actually the first negative review I've ever written anywhere. Unfortunately, one employee named (KYLE) completely changes the atmosphere of the store. He has blond hair and is consistently cold, rude, and unwelcoming. Talking politely alone doesn't mean good customer service -- attitude, energy, and behavior matter too. Every time we interact with him, he makes customers feel uncomfortable and unwanted. This café deserves employees who represent the warm and welcoming environment the rest of the staff tries so hard to create. On the positive side, there is also a young woman working there whose name I don't know. She is always smiling, hardworking, respectful, and incredibly kind. She's honestly one of the reasons we kept coming back for so long. I hope management recognizes employees like her, because she represents the true spirit of the café. read more

I can't express how much I love this place. Great coffee and love barista's passion for coffee. Great pastry and even better coffee!! This is a place across from the Caltrain station and very close to Stanford. Only outdoor seatings and sometimes it gets crowded and you need to spot a table whenever someone leaves. Sometimes it gets windy too. We ordered lavender latte and coffee flights. Love the lavender latte because it tastes natural and not artificial. I love the coffee flights and the barista explaining each cup to me so well. Good job on the latte art on the cortado. Seems like their quality is consistent and always been this great! read more

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Love love love saint Frank coffee!!!! I will drive an extra 15 mins just to come here on the weekends:) The seasonal pumpkin spice late was one of the best I've ever had. I also love their vanilla late and honey latte. All of the baked goods are from Midwife and the baker and are delicious. The pumpkin muffin is insane. Saint Frank's location is great-- small spot near downtown Menlo. Even though it's small and they only have one person taking orders, the line moves really quickly. And by the time you walk over to the other window to pay, your drink is pretty much ready! read more

This is such a cute outdoor outpost if weather is nice - it gives you a different feeling than going to a standard coffee shop, even though it's right across the street from Caltrain. It also is a bit sentimental for me because it reminds me of when I lived in San Francisco and frequented their Russian Hill storefront. That said, my matcha latte with almond milk was not amazing - it wasn't the quality of pour though, it was just the almond milk itself, which is maybe why they checked with me if I was ok with macadamia nut being in their milk. Anyways, I would come back but stick with a standard 2% or oat milk, as I think that was the main ding for me this last go round. read more

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Lovely little walk up cafe with outdoor seating. The gals behind the operation are calm, organized and keep things running smoothly. Loved the rich mocha flavor and enjoyed the friendliness! read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Iced mocha with house milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Coffee good (but expensive). Dogs welcome. I had a bad experience here, though, which will keep me from coming back. I wanted to bring my wife back a hot coffee drink, so when I paid, I asked if it would be OK to pay for it and then ask for the drink to be made before I left. He said no problem. When the server brought me my drink, she made a speech to me about how it isn't their policy to put drinks "on hold" like that in advance, but because it wasn't busy, she was going to make an exception. Umm, first, is it THAT big a deal? Secondly, if you don't want to do it, just say so in the first place. Don't make me pay for your expensive coffee and then go this speech for me about how I was being a pain in the neck. Anyway, I won't be going back. Ever. read more

I literally cannot explain the sheer milk:coffee ratio I experienced at Saint Frank. I saw everyone in front of me order the same thing and it seemed like the best thing on the menu: Their orange cream latte and the cafe miel. Perhaps it was just an accident, but the color of mine and my bf's latte was comically pale compared to what the people ahead of us and behind us got -- yes, I heard their orders, and yes, they got the same thing. Also, it straight up tasted like milk. Why, you might ask? Because we pretty much got a cup of milk. I was surprised to see how popular/well loved this spot is. Hopefully not every customer has the same experience we had... (well, clearly not). read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Orange cream latte, cafe miel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Very good coffee with a lot of care and a friendly group of people working here. I had an orange cream latte and it was excellent. I very much look forward to getting back here again to try the single origin flight as well. The environment is nice, but when I visited the guests exceeded the seating. You order your coffee, pick it up and there are a bunch of tables in the garden area under trees. Very nice place to sit and have a coffee if the weather permits. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Orange Cream Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I've been coming to Saint Frank almost every weekday (and also many weekend days) for the past year and a half-- ever since I started working at the building next to Saint Frank. Saint Frank is, hands down, the best coffee shop with categorically the best coffee and the best baristas ever. All of the baristas! Andrew, Bella, Kyle, Luke, Mati! They are all wonderful, warm and kind human beings. They all know my name (and know that I bring my own mug and know my "regular" drink) and they even wave at me when I'm just walking by, even if I'm not stopping for coffee. Kyle, in particular, has gone out of his way to be kind to me (even greeting me during his break away from the shop!) Thank you, Saint Frank baristas, for making every day better. read more

AMAZING coffee, like one of my favs in the Bay Area. Beware the like can get pretty long on the weekends, so arrive early if you'd like a spot on the patio to enjoy your coffee. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Loved trying out their coffee flight! I'd highly recommend if your a big coffee fan. The employee did a great job explaining what each was. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Coffee Flight - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

So overhyped and a disappointing experience overall. The coffee wasn't anything special and it feels like they're doing too much with their milks. Like why were there only 2 milk options? Almond macadamia milk might not go best with coffee . I wish they had another menu people could use while they are in line. It felt like I had 5 seconds to read the menu and order by the time I got to the front. The only redeeming qualities were the super friendly baristas/cashiers, plentiful parking in the area, and the cute outdoor area. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I got the little brother espresso and the single origin of the day, Ninga Hill. Great espresso. The little brother is more of a dark roast, with chocolate tones and a strong robust flavor. Slightly acidic and not bitter. The single origin was lighter and had more citrus flavor and some floral notes as described. This was my first shop in the Menlo Park area and I'll definitely be back. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Little brother espresso, single origin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California

I've visited this location twice now, and my experience with the drinks has been a bit hit or miss. Parking is easy - there's plenty of free street parking nearby. However, all the seating is outdoors, so I'm not sure how that works when it rains. Thankfully, both times I visited, it was sunny. Now for the coffee - I really enjoyed some of their black coffee and the café miel and have bought their beans before, but I was disappointed by the honey lavender latte. At $7.02 (including tax) for just 12 oz, I expected more. I could barely taste the lavender and what makes this drink distinctly a honey lavender latte. If I remember correctly, when I bought their beans last time, it came with a cup of coffee which was nice! Overall, it's a nice spot, especially if you enjoy black coffee, but specialty drinks can be pricey and hit-or-miss. read more

Saint Frank Coffee - Honey lavender latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Menlo Park, California