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    Sightglass Coffee

    4.0 (2.2k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Sadie S.

    YUMd: - matcha latte (w. simple syrup). not terrible for coffee forward cafe but still meh. NOMd: - pistachio berry croissant. soooooo good! croissant was perfect ratio of crispy and moist. service, etc.: i tried taking a video of the coffee being poured and the barista thought i was taking a video of her and mugged me down (no pun intended). i reassured her that she wasn't in the video it was just the cups but she didn't say anything just continued to give me the death stare and wouldn't pour the coffee until i put my phone away. didn't call out my drink either like she did with the rest of the tickets. [[HIGHLIGHT]]other than that, the place is a vibe and would come back for the croissant and the croissant only.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] everyone else liked their coffees.

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    Shreya S.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Visited this stellar coffee establishment in SF recently. This is a HUGE spot with lots of seating (on 2 floors) and a working coffee roaster.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I really enjoyed the vibe of the cafe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Unfortunately they were out of bakery items (we were visiting in the afternoon on a Saturday), will have to come back to try those. For coffee, my friend and I ordered a cappuccino and a flat white. The service was fairly quick but not sure why they served us in to-go cups when we were having it in the cafe. But, the coffee was delicious. I will come back here to check out some other coffee and the croissant and other bakery items!

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    Karina R.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Caution - this location does not offer wifi or outlets for those like me planning to work inside! (At least, not the downstairs area for outlets).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I came in looking to do some work and I definitely wish I had known there was no free wifi or charging areas before having purchased a coffee and sandwich. Bummer.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a vanilla latte - 2 stars. I wasn't a fan of their coffee overall and the serving was not full. Very interesting. For food, I got their chicken pesto and that too wasn't my favorite - chicken was a little dry but their sourdough was good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a sunny day in SF and it was really warm inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very spacious location, offers downstairs seating (bar style) and upstairs was more large tables (pretty packed).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had this place marked as a study/WFH location but after my visit, it's off the list.

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    Christina S.

    I love the vibe. It's an absolutely beautiful spot with a large upstairs for extra seating. Service is generally good. Only had 3 not great experiences. Few rude staff interactions but overall... very sweet girls and staff. Food it's pretty bomb. Only got one pastry so far... but I'd buy again

    Flat White (~$6)
    Aya E.

    Ordered: Iced Vanilla Paste Latte (~$7) Flat White (~$6) Aya's take: Sightglass is awesome; friendly & expert staff, super spacious, and very lax. This is one of the first coffee shops I've been to where you can actually taste the notes in the coffee beans. Like somehow the flavors weren't diluted or reduced. The Flat White was well made and the Iced Vanilla Paste Latte was smooth and bold with the vanilla paste adding a deeper richness and aromatic sweetness that was super enjoyable. Such a wonderful spot!

    Vanilla iced coffee
    Danny N.

    Stopped in for a morning pick me up. This spot is very cool. They have a good variety of coffee beans, drinks, sandwiches and pastries. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was bustling but still had plenty of room to sit and enjoy your meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was several people working and lots of room for everyone.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The cashier was very nice and recommended a few drinks for us to try.

    Mason W.

    Maybe I had too high expectations but the coffee was just alright. Espresso a bit too undesirable of a sour. Americano a little watery. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is beautiful though. Inside a rustic roaster shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The coffees were cute too. My family liked the vanilla paste and the flat white. I'm more of a purist so I never tried it. I would try to find another spot if I came back. Also maybe get another shot in my double shot iced Americano.

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    Jae D.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sight glass was so delightful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The environment is very open and feels like a great place to get work done.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My mocha latte and ham croissant were out of this world. They were both so full of flavor and looked so pretty! I will most definitely be back here again.

    Blueberry scone and hot matcha latte
    Mauling W.

    Surprise SF visit to this establishment. Heard about this place from colleagues as we order coffee beans from this place and have it as regular rotation. Ordered hot matcha latte with almond milk and blueberry scone My husband order ice coffee and ham cheese croissant. We had a view of the establishment in front of the roaster. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We love the industrial look and the recycled parts of the building.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Interesting to see a working coffee roaster and a section of packaging in the same room![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was great! Wait a few minutes for your order then find a table on main floor or above to enjoy your hot drink!

    ICED AMERICANO
    Brennan S.

    Amazing neighborhood spot in Soma- Sightglass is an approachable and tasty coffee shop. I got an iced americano with almond milk- the coffee had a great, mellow flavor and the almond milk was fresh. The vibes were great. Very pretty interior with friendly baristas. The barista I interacted with was helpful and patient.

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    Gina R.

    Vanilla bean paste latte: Got this hot and it was very delicious, vanilla flavor was there and not too sweet. Really enjoyable in the cold Pistachio and blackberry croissant: not a big fan of sweet pastries usually, the pistachio paste in the middle was very delicious and there was a decent amount! The blackberry jam was more sweet, but it paired well. The croissant is "twice cooked" so it had a bit of a fried cake like layer on top which I don't usually like much bc of the crumbly texture and it makes it heavier. Overall did enjoy it throughout the day! Baristas were super kind! I wanted to adjust the sweetness of my latte and they were so patient and helped me get the perfect taste. The space is very open and would be a great place to do work and meet with a friend. Went on a Saturday morning and it wasn't crowded at all! Definitely will come back!

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    B D.

    Sightglass Coffee is a great stop for an afternoon pick-me-up. I ordered a flat white and a sausage burrito, and both hit the spot. The flat white was smooth, well-balanced, and not overly bitter--exactly what you want from a quality coffee shop. The sausage burrito was warm, flavorful, and satisfying without feeling too heavy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance really stands out. It's a beautiful space with a clean, modern design that makes you want to stay a bit longer and enjoy your drink.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]That said, seating can be limited, especially on weekends, so be ready to grab and go or wait for a spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Isaac C.

    Sight glass coffee is a dope coffee spot, I love the industrial vibes and the fact that you can see the operations running while you drink the product. Though the interior is dark and cozy the staff were warm and welcoming. I ended up getting their Rwanda V60 pour over which had great fruit notes and caramel. I didn't try any of their pastries but I'll for sure be back to buy bags of beans soon!

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    Hi Isaac, thanks for the great review!

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    Vanilla paste latte is excellent! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambience is chill and relaxed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Quick to serve and order.

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    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice ambiance with great coffee.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Location is pretty close to the main town as well (walkable)

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    Can I charge my laptop there?

    Hi There, we do not have outlets at our 7th St location for charging devices.

    Do they offer adequate free WiFi on weekends?

    When I visited last, which was a month or two ago, they had free WiFi. The only problem I had with this place was that they don't have any outlets so I had to leave when my laptop ran out of battery.

    Is there outdoor seating?

    There's a bench outside by the bike rack, but no tables

    Is there wifi?

    Hi Christine, we do not currently offer in-store WIFI for guests.

    Hello! Is the mezzanine open yet? (Hope it has that awesome affogato bar back if so!) :-) Thanks!

    The Mezzanine floor is open for seating but the Affogoto bar isn't he back wasn't open yet (at least this Saturday)

    Is there indoor dining in Oct 2021?

    Yes, but you cannot use the restroom. You'll have to pee on the sidewalk outside.

    I've seen their beans sold at the Market in the Twitter building. Anyone know of other locations besides the mothership at which beans can be purchased?

    You can buy Sightglass beans at Whole Foods and a lot of local grocery stores, including Rainbow Grocery, Bi-rite, Gus's Community Market, Mollie Stone's, Faletti Foods, etc. I typically only buy coffee beans at the grocery if they were roasted… 

    Is this place dog-friendly?

    They do not have a patio and do not allow dogs inside for health code reasons, but there is plenty of space to leave your dog in the outside entrance area while you get a coffee.

    If you come at night will there still be pastry left?

    Probably not

    Are there outlets to plug in my charger at?

    No outlets (or wifi for that matter)

    Is it open today?

    Yes

    Is this the location that's pulling shots on a Slayer?

    No. They pull shots on a Spirit.

    Is there Xfinity or Comcast wifi?

    There is, but it might as well not be there. My computer recognizes it, but rarely connects while in the coffee shop. If it does connect, it will be for a minute or two.

    Does this cafe have wifi?

    No. No wifi

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