I'm a Starbucks guy. They have closed most of my favorites,…read more2nd Street, Townsend &4th, Fillmore Street and O'Farrell. So, right now it is this one on Third Street and/or the one on Montgomery Street. Coming to Starbucks has to count as an event because the drinks cost as much as going to a bar. Now, this one has gone Seattle style putting the drinks in a MUG. I wrote both of my books sitting in Starbucks, in San Leandro (140th and/or Bayfair Mall) [San Francisco 2nd Street and/or Market at Second St] { I wrote my MASTERS when they had a 24 hour on Castro Street -- 90's} These are two of the last ones that still have outlets to plug in a laptop and/or iPhone. So, when you have to bust a $10, it is a spot. I go there to read and write. You can be alone in a room full of people/strangers... lol Excellent service. Clean bathrooms. Outdoor seating. Next to a dog park and a kid park across the street. KOOL ambiance!! Not really a brunch guy ... lol. Handicap accessible.

Spacious; music is not too loud. Parking nearby is available. Quick service. came here to work for…read morea couple of hours.

From Tuesday, June 9, 2026…read more Friendly staff and good service. The peanut butter cup and campfire s'mores - I believe they are a limited time beverage. Perhaps for the summer only? Anyway, the campfire s'mores beverage is good. It's definitely a taste of campfire s'mores in the form of an iced coffee. I like that they have indoor and outdoor seating at this location. P. S.: I will have to try the peanut butter cup flavor the next time I'm here.

To the Philz Coffee Team,…read more I wanted to take a moment to write something that I should have written a long time ago. I have been a loyal Philz customer for many years, going all the way back to the original Philz location on 24th and Folsom when Mr. Phil was there. I remember the warmth, the passion, the feeling of community, and the way coffee was made with genuine care. Over the years, I visited many different Philz locations, and while they were all good in their own way, nothing ever truly compared to that original feeling. Until I started coming to the Philz on 17th. For over two years now, this location has become part of my daily life and honestly, part of my heart. Every single person there has treated me with such kindness and warmth that walking through those doors feels like seeing family. They know my name. They know my coffee. Before I even say anything, they already know: a Tesora, light cream, extra foamy, sweetened sugar. But what makes this place special is not just the coffee -- it is the people behind it. You can genuinely feel the passion they have for what they do. No matter how early the morning is, they greet people with smiles, warmth, patience, and energy. In a world where so many places feel rushed or impersonal, this team has created something rare: a place where customers feel seen, welcomed, and appreciated. There have been days when I walked in tired, stressed, and simply being there changed my mood. That may sound small to some people, but it matters. Human kindness matters. I know many customers probably leave reviews, but I specifically wanted corporate to know how exceptional this team truly is. They are carrying on the original spirit that made people fall in love with Philz Coffee in the first place. Please recognize and appreciate this team for the incredible work they do every day. They are not just serving coffee -- they are creating community, connection, and comfort for people like me. Thank you for keeping that original Philz spirit alive. With gratitude, Sonia

Maxfields is the neighborhood coffee shop you definitely want to be a regular at. Maxfields has…read morebeen around for over 20 years and is a family business run by all the family members. After getting breakfast just even a couple of times here, the difference family members already know my name and ask which of my regulars do I want. This personal touch is something you won't get at Starbucks or any other chain. Comfy chairs and benches make this coffee shop the perfect place to hang out with friends, enjoy yummy baked goods/ breakfast sandwiches and of course a fantastic selection of warm and cold beverages. Highly recommend checking them out and if you live in the area, make this your regular java stop. You won't regret it!

Every time I come to visit, I stay nearby, and somehow I'd never stopped into maxfields House of…read moreCaffeine until recently. Now I'm wondering why I waited so long! This place is such a convenient little neighborhood café. They have all the breakfast staples, and I ordered a breakfast bagel sandwich that really hit the spot. I also tried their Vietnamese coffee, and it was fantastic--rich, smooth, and exactly what I needed to start the day. My cousin ordered a cream cheese bagel, and let's just say they are very generous with the cream cheese. It was stacked so high that it was a little overwhelming, but if you're a cream cheese lover, you'll probably be thrilled! The atmosphere is one of my favorite parts. It's a great place to grab breakfast, sip a coffee, and get some work done. Once you make a purchase, they'll give you the Wi-Fi password, and there were plenty of people working or just relaxing while we were there. They also have donuts and a variety of sandwiches. I'm already planning to come back and try the turkey pesto sandwich. The customer service was friendly, the coffee was excellent, and the overall vibe was welcoming. I'm glad I finally gave this place a try, and it'll definitely be one of my regular stops whenever I'm back in town.

Ordered an Italian soda and avocado toast. The toast was crisp to perfection and the tomatoes and…read moresuch fit well inside the sandwich. The Italian soda had just the right amount of syrup, I recommend the raspberry flavor. The ambiance was slightly instagram like but with a bit more soul to it. The service was very quick but not fast enough to have the food be bad quality. Definitely better than something like Starbucks. Though I must add, the avocado toast was not what I was expecting, its more of a sandwich with onion, tomato, and avocado with buttered toast. BUT I'm not complaining because it was very tasty and filling. Thank you for reading.

A 'Too Good to Go' winner, for a skinny price they packed up Mac & tuna and grilled chicken Caesar…read moresalads, a deal. We augmented our TGTG special with two iced, spiced chai lattes, a warm breakfast burrito with egg, potato and bacon and a chicken sandwich to take to school the next day. The sandwich was tasty but $9.75 it was light on chicken though well seasoned. This location of Cumaica is large and sun-drenched with several tables if you want to dine in. Service was pleasant.

Llegué al lugar porque me encontraba en la Valencia St y yo quería desayunar algo, ellos vendían…read moreBagels Desde que entras es una decoración diferente, no entendí mucho la temática de la decoración porque hay muchas cosas, desde los cuadros en las paredes con millones de colores, una moto en la entrada y aparte todo disperso. La señorita de la caja muy atenta, nos dio un servicio rápido y el Bagel estaba de 100. Me pedí uno de huevo con Bacon, todo estaba rico. No vi a detalle el menú. El restaurante está ubicado sobre una calle que no tiene mucho estacionamiento.

Cool & funky in appropriate homage to the great bluesman known by the same name. great coffee,…read moretasty pastries, interesting art, free and buyable books, and blues on the jukebox - a comfortable environment for meet-ups and contemplation to coexist! I love this place! p.s. they have my favorite humour-lit of all time "The Horse's Mouth" - read the tale of Gully Jimpson rampant in London!

Clever of Spike's Coffee & Teas to incentivize me via Too Good to Go to try their excellent,…read morelongstanding coffee and bake shop. Zip, zip it's easiest on MUNI to get there and wow, such a cute space with interesting teas and coffees and yes, the coveted bag of pastries and bagels FinnCinerator devoured. They greeted him at closing time and were very nice. The two bagels, blueberry muffin and bear claw my son snagged but I got the shortbread-tasting apple triangle that wasn't a chausson de pomme but something more interesting, tasty and new. I need to come and kick back at their sidewalk cafe tables with a hot tea and something sweet.

Everyone here is so sweet. The coffee and pastries are incredible. I devoured the turkey and brie…read morecroissant in like two bites. It was so fresh and delicious, I was honestly shocked. In America we're so used to transactional coffee runs. Walk in, order, walk out. This place is different. You can tell people here actually love what they do. If you just want quick coffee, go to Starbucks. If you want something more, come here. It's all about energy and priorities. Thank you for putting your heart into this. I always get the mocha and it's truly delicious. I don't even know how the pastries are this good, but that croissant was insane. The atmosphere says it all. There's a real difference between people who just do a job and people who are actually passionate about it, who put their heart into what they do. You can definitely feel it here and it's refreshing. This is why San Francisco is so special - because of people and businesses like this. Thank you!

While exploring MY favorite district Castro i came across this amazing coffee shop with the most…read moredelicious coffee. I got the vanilla nut and it was very good. They also have quite the variety of regular and flavor coffee beans. I took home some banana bread coffee beans. I look forward to having some in the morning.

It was a cold overcast morning, perfect for a nice cup of coffee. It's a small shop, and the…read moreseating is a few tables out in front. The people inside were very friendly. I ordered a velvet white mocha, and a crème brûlée bar the coffee was excellent, rich, yet velvety, smooth, and the crème brûlée bar was moist and delicious. The price was very reasonable... They have a good selection of coffee, drinks, pastries, as well as a lot of of different bulk coffees by the pound. I would stop here again the next time I'm in the neighborhood. Thank you.

06142026 Stopped by…read morethis location after a Giants game on Sunday and was surprised by how much quieter it was than when we passed by earlier in the day. It was one of those San Francisco afternoons where it felt hot in the sun but chilly the second you stepped into the shade, so an iced coffee really hit the spot. I ordered a medium iced Nola with almond milk, and it was exactly what I was hoping for. Smooth, flavorful, and strong. The staff were friendly, and there were a few people working on laptops, which gave the space a relaxed, low-key feel. One thing to note: this coffee has some serious staying power. I enjoyed every sip, but since it's been ages since I had BB coffee, it also kept me up most of the night. Not really a complaint--just a heads-up for anyone who's sensitive to caffeine which apparently I am now lol! Overall, a great spot for a quality cup of coffee and a little downtime in Mission Bay before or after any game/events in the area.

I bought the smallest scone I've ever seen outside of a basket with a variety of smaller "tea-size"…read morepastries--cornmeal and jalapeno--delicious, heated with butter..and four bites later, it was gone for $6.50...AND a Brown Butter Blondie that was virtually the size of a traditional scottish shortbread bar for $3. Walking out of the store I couldn't believe I was carrying nearly $10 of pastry. The coffee smelled wonderful and I love their aesthetic. Never pastry here again!