Bay Area Coffee Houses

Khadija and Jamila, new owners of the Cafe 16 (formerly Mission Grounds) are slowly transforming this neighborhood café. Cafe 16 continues to serve daytime... More about Cafe 16

The Asian Art Museum located in what used to be the public library on Larkin Street is a terrific new addition to the city's cultural scene. With exhibits... More about Cafe Asia

A cute little cafe described in Unique Places as "a little slice of Amstedam on Sutter Street. Dutch-born proprietor, Bianca, serves Dutch pancakes..."

Coffee, espresso, juices, awesome smoothies and sandwiches. Right off the Haight, Cafe Cole is a perfect place to stop off after a few hours of cruising... More about Cafe Cole

Cafe Corbas is a tiny, little cafe that caters to people on the go.

This busy cafe is a pleasant experience during the early morning or late evenings. With a dark wood interior and windows that look out over Powell Street,... More about Cafe Espresso

Of all the coffee houses in town, this might be one of the coolest for social gathering and people watching . This charming greenhouse-style cafe sits... More about Cafe Flore

One of the only "real" cafes near the Wharf. If you're lucky there'll be blues or folk music. The area is sometimes a little on the dead side, so the... More about Cafe Francisco

Impeccable cappuccinos!!! There are many places in the city that serve up a great cappuccino, but none are better than Greco's. Large glass windows look... More about Cafe Greco

Begining 2008 look for our mobile location at local fairs and festivals featuring our West Indian Hot House & Roti Shop.

Located in the middle of the Multimedia Gulch, Centro neighbors beautifully renovated warehouses, artist lofts, and an oval-shaped park that is home to... More about Caffe Centro

Caffe D'Melanio is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Buy coffee beans by the bag at the shop or from our... More about Caffe D'Melanio

With broad windows facing Second Street, you can sit inside or out and enjoy people watching or just decompress after taking in an exhibition or two.... More about Caffe Museo

Although lacking the historical tradition of other North Beach cafes, Cafe Roma attracts a core of loyal coffee drinkers who don't miss an early morning... More about Caffé Roma

A friendly neighborhood cafe tucked away off Columbus. Catering mostly to nearby local residents, SF Art Institute students, and wandering tourists, this... More about Caffe Sapore

Famous for its great espresso drinks and storied history, Caffe Trieste has seen the likes of Jack Kerouac, Allan Ginsberg and other beats who spent many... More about Caffe Trieste