Craftsman Coffee has a brick and mortar in Pacifica where their vintage 1961 Citroen coffee truck literally parks inside while they pull…
1750 Francisco Blvd (Pacifica)
“Craftsman Coffee has a brick and mortar in Pacifica where their vintage 1961 Citroen coffee truck literally parks inside while they pull espresso and turn out baked goods. House-roasted beans and blends like Stay Golden and Portola Stroll make it an easy South City detour for a quality pick-me-up.”
From the San Francisco newsletter, September 2, 2026
Westlake Coffee Shop has been keeping Daly City caffeinated since 1950 with diner classics that still slap. Think fluffy pancakes, crispy…
1901 Junipero Serra Blvd st, D St (Daly City)
“Westlake Coffee Shop has been keeping Daly City caffeinated since 1950 with diner classics that still slap. Think fluffy pancakes, crispy hash browns, and made-to-order pupusas alongside bottomless coffee and legit huevos rancheros... the kind of comforting lineup that deserves a spot in your rotation this week.”
From the South San Francisco newsletter, August 28, 2026
Treat yourself this week to Co Ba Dessert, Tea & Coffee, where pandan waffles pair with silky coconut sauce and the Hoi An Imperial brings…
3730 N First St Ste. 110 (San Jose)
“Treat yourself this week to Co Ba Dessert, Tea & Coffee, where pandan waffles pair with silky coconut sauce and the Hoi An Imperial brings warm grass-jelly nostalgia. Sip a zesty Kumquat Royal or floral Mekong Majestic, then share dessert flights or a heritage dessert box with the crew.”
Family-owned and just off SF State, Blue House Cafe keeps things fun with house-made syrups, hand-whisked matcha, and signature drinks like…
302 Randolph St (San Francisco)
“Family-owned and just off SF State, Blue House Cafe keeps things fun with house-made syrups, hand-whisked matcha, and signature drinks like the Ube Iced Latte and Pandan Iced Latte. Grab a Spam musubi or weekend sushi bake and call it lunch.”
La Cafeteria is that cozy Daly City neighbor you wish was on your block, pouring thoughtful espresso and matcha, stacking fresh breakfast…
301 87th St (Daly City)
“La Cafeteria is that cozy Daly City neighbor you wish was on your block, pouring thoughtful espresso and matcha, stacking fresh breakfast burritos and signature sandwiches like the Olympic Club, and sending out still-warm croissants. When you need comfort plus quality, this is the move.”
Whether you like it minty, nutty, or rocket fuel strong, Philz Coffee in Westborough handcrafts each cup one at a time, exactly how you…
2248 Westborough Blvd Ste 603
“Whether you like it minty, nutty, or rocket fuel strong, Philz Coffee in Westborough handcrafts each cup one at a time, exactly how you want it. Swing by for customized blends, teas, and pastry sidekicks, then take your personalized cup of love into the rest of your week.”
Coffee Bodega Farm-to-Table offers specialty coffees grown, roasted and packed by small farmer cooperatives in Costa Rica, giving you true…
50 Fremont St (San Francisco)
“Coffee Bodega Farm-to-Table offers specialty coffees grown, roasted and packed by small farmer cooperatives in Costa Rica, giving you true known origin, exceptional aromas and a socially responsible cup that actually tastes like the mountains.”
From the San Francisco newsletter, September 17, 2026
Whiskerwood Haven is a cozy cat lounge and adoption center where you can decompress with friendly felines, support local rescues, and maybe…
3000 Geary Blvd (San Francisco)
“Whiskerwood Haven is a cozy cat lounge and adoption center where you can decompress with friendly felines, support local rescues, and maybe meet your new roommate. They host cat yoga, low-key movie nights, and a silent book club, so your calendar can be whisker-forward this week.”
From the San Francisco newsletter, August 21, 2026
For that Milpitas afternoon slump, Caffe Bene has organic, fair trade coffee and tea plus Kusmi tea, milk tea, cakes, waffles, sandwiches,…
181 E Tasman Dr #80 (San Jose)
“For that Milpitas afternoon slump, Caffe Bene has organic, fair trade coffee and tea plus Kusmi tea, milk tea, cakes, waffles, sandwiches, and plenty of desserts sourced from local dairies and bakeries. A quick pick-me-up that easily becomes a treat-yourself stop.”
A.M. Craft treats every cup like a tiny culinary project, with single-origin brews, house-made syrups and a mocha made from 100% cocoa…
481 E San Carlos St (San Jose)
“M. Craft treats every cup like a tiny culinary project, with single-origin brews, house-made syrups and a mocha made from 100% cocoa rouge, plus fresh-baked pastries. , and abroad, so your coffee this week doubles as a mini tasting tour.”
Need a serotonin boost that also does good? Itty Bitty Kitty Cafe lets you unwind in kitten playrooms with adorable, adoptable kittens, all…
14420 Union Ave (San Jose)
“Need a serotonin boost that also does good? Itty Bitty Kitty Cafe lets you unwind in kitten playrooms with adorable, adoptable kittens, all supporting Itty Bitty Orphan Kitty Rescue’s mission to get every tiny meow into a forever home, so reserve a spot this week for maximum purr therapy.”
When your week needs a tiny reset, The Birdcage San Francisco delivers an espresso bar tucked inside an art gallery, rotating shows and pop…
816 Sutter St (San Francisco)
“When your week needs a tiny reset, The Birdcage San Francisco delivers an espresso bar tucked inside an art gallery, rotating shows and pop ups, plus gift-y shelves stacked with Grand Coffee, tinned fish and dangerously good candles. Swing by, caffeinate, peruse, maybe print that zine idea too.”
XOX Truffles crafts truly handmade, French-style chocolates in 26 flavors, from Cognac and Champagne to Earl Grey and vegan dark chocolate.…
754 Columbus Ave (San Francisco)
“XOX Truffles crafts truly handmade, French-style chocolates in 26 flavors, from Cognac and Champagne to Earl Grey and vegan dark chocolate. Pair a truffle or two with a latte this week, linger, and let master chocolatier Jean-Marc Gorce reset your mood.”
If your afternoon needs a reset, The Orange Tabby pours seriously good tea drinks, from silky house matcha and roasted hojicha lattes to a…
1344 Ridder Park Dr (San Jose)
“If your afternoon needs a reset, The Orange Tabby pours seriously good tea drinks, from silky house matcha and roasted hojicha lattes to a pink coconut matcha that tastes like summer behaving itself. Treat yourself between Zooms, then text a friend to meet you for refills.”
