The flat white was quite good, and best of all, it didn't burn my mouth when I first took a sip. That's how you know your barista is great! I also got the banana bread, which was delicious, as well. All around worth the trip and I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town. The only thing is I wish the chairs looked a little comfier and I might be more inclined to stick around and enjoy my coffee.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Downing
The honeycomb latte is amazing. A bit pricey, but an excellent coffee that kept its flavor throughout. There was a constant flow of customers and all of the drinks looked amazing. Will be back and may try something new next
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Honeycomb Latte and a Chocolate Chip Cookie
Joe Finegold
Amazing focaccia! Very tasty. The sourdough really sets them apart from the crowd. I also like the individual "muffin" size.Espresso had a nice taste, but I prefer less water than the lungo shot that they pulled (but this is a matter of personal preference).Too bad it's located in a sketchy neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fabio Ribeiro
Nice coffee shop but the coffee is a bit over roasted.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Emily Lim
Stepped out of the office for a break. What a nice cute spot to hang out in! The rose matcha was so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Calvin Holmes
Food is so tasty the focaccia roll was to die for, and the coffee is done so well. Latte was the perfect temperature!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Liz Kiebel
The house-made syrups and pastries are great and there are a couple nice seats by the window with outlets. Would be a good place to work remotely for a couple hours.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jonathan Howe
Excellent cookies, good coffee, cozy interior.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Honeycomb Latte and a Chocolate Chip Cookie
Nick P.
The honeycomb latte was delicious, one of the best cups of coffee I’ve had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Honeycomb Latte and a Chocolate Chip Cookie
Chaitanya K.
Telescope Coffee Shop is a hidden gem in the heart of San Francisco! With its innovative coffee blends, every sip feels like a delightful adventure for your taste buds. The simple yet elegant interiors create a cozy atmosphere, making it the perfect spot to kickstart your day.Fresh bakery items add a delightful touch to your coffee experience, and the aroma is simply irresistible. The best part? The coffees are served piping hot, providing that much-needed warmth on a chilly San Francisco morning. Whether you're a coffee aficionado or just looking for a great start to your day, Telescope Coffee Shop is the place to be. The friendly staff and inviting ambiance make it a must-visit for any coffee lover in the city. Cheers to a fantastic coffee experience at Telescope!
5 star experience: inviting space large enough for counter seating facing frosted window & 4 tables. Outlet on right side of counter in case you're one of those who buys 1 cup of coffee & sits all day on your computer. High ceilings with plentiful natural sunlight. Why not read a book, there's a bookshelf full of them, and they even have a dog bowl.When you enter you see the counter and all the yummy pastries made in-house. Super friendly service. Your bev is delivered to the side of service counter, with your choice of cow or oat milk. Also off to the side are napkins, plastic ware, straws, honey, & sanitizing lotion. Location is perfect for all the techies nearby, and close proximity to the courthouse where food options are quite limited.I'll be back for sure.
Mervi T.
such a cute coffee shop in the middle of Soma! Really creative drinks and flavors and a very cute seating area where I was able to get some reading done. Additionally, the day I went there was a cake popup that served some delicious dessert that paired really well with the coffee. Will definitely be coming back to try some of their other unique drinks :)
Anderson H.
People need to come to this place more. Lovely Friday morning, called in sick to work while on the way on Muni. Needed a place to conduct "business" after a bad case of what I assume was an E. Coli infested burrito the evening before. It was the only coffee shop within walking distance of the bus stop I haphazardly got off on. The place was nice, clean, smelled great with the iconic coffee aroma. I ordered a Rose Latte and sat contemplating my decision to make. Delicious coffee, as I swirled it dangerously realizing it'll probably make things worse the more sips I take. I ordered an Uber and held my bodily juices in until I got home. I'll definitely come back again under better circumstances.5/5.
Sarah C.
a poc women-owned business, telescope coffee has the cutest physical store. it is currently hosting a holiday market every Saturday from 11/4-12/23 featuring other small businesses! there are a couple of unique flavored pastries but I went for one of their signature latte -- the maple latte.the maple flavor was very profound and natural -- it tasted like the maple syrup you get from Canada. it wasn't too much and you could still taste the strength of the coffee. the only thing not making it 5 stars is the price, but definitely do support them!
Nicholas Pun
Darn good coffee and excellent pastries to pair with it! Quick service and cute store with lots of decorations.
The flat white was quite good, and best of all, it didn't burn my mouth when I first took a sip. That's how you know your barista is great! I also got the banana bread, which was delicious, as well. All around worth the trip and I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town. The only thing is I wish the chairs looked a little comfier and I might be more inclined to stick around and enjoy my coffee.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The honeycomb latte is amazing. A bit pricey, but an excellent coffee that kept its flavor throughout. There was a constant flow of customers and all of the drinks looked amazing. Will be back and may try something new next
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Honeycomb Latte and a Chocolate Chip Cookie
Amazing focaccia! Very tasty. The sourdough really sets them apart from the crowd. I also like the individual "muffin" size.Espresso had a nice taste, but I prefer less water than the lungo shot that they pulled (but this is a matter of personal preference).Too bad it's located in a sketchy neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice coffee shop but the coffee is a bit over roasted.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Stepped out of the office for a break. What a nice cute spot to hang out in! The rose matcha was so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is so tasty the focaccia roll was to die for, and the coffee is done so well. Latte was the perfect temperature!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The house-made syrups and pastries are great and there are a couple nice seats by the window with outlets. Would be a good place to work remotely for a couple hours.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent cookies, good coffee, cozy interior.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Honeycomb Latte and a Chocolate Chip Cookie
The honeycomb latte was delicious, one of the best cups of coffee I’ve had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Honeycomb Latte and a Chocolate Chip Cookie
Telescope Coffee Shop is a hidden gem in the heart of San Francisco! With its innovative coffee blends, every sip feels like a delightful adventure for your taste buds. The simple yet elegant interiors create a cozy atmosphere, making it the perfect spot to kickstart your day.Fresh bakery items add a delightful touch to your coffee experience, and the aroma is simply irresistible. The best part? The coffees are served piping hot, providing that much-needed warmth on a chilly San Francisco morning. Whether you're a coffee aficionado or just looking for a great start to your day, Telescope Coffee Shop is the place to be. The friendly staff and inviting ambiance make it a must-visit for any coffee lover in the city. Cheers to a fantastic coffee experience at Telescope!
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5 star experience: inviting space large enough for counter seating facing frosted window & 4 tables. Outlet on right side of counter in case you're one of those who buys 1 cup of coffee & sits all day on your computer. High ceilings with plentiful natural sunlight. Why not read a book, there's a bookshelf full of them, and they even have a dog bowl.When you enter you see the counter and all the yummy pastries made in-house. Super friendly service. Your bev is delivered to the side of service counter, with your choice of cow or oat milk. Also off to the side are napkins, plastic ware, straws, honey, & sanitizing lotion. Location is perfect for all the techies nearby, and close proximity to the courthouse where food options are quite limited.I'll be back for sure.
such a cute coffee shop in the middle of Soma! Really creative drinks and flavors and a very cute seating area where I was able to get some reading done. Additionally, the day I went there was a cake popup that served some delicious dessert that paired really well with the coffee. Will definitely be coming back to try some of their other unique drinks :)
People need to come to this place more. Lovely Friday morning, called in sick to work while on the way on Muni. Needed a place to conduct "business" after a bad case of what I assume was an E. Coli infested burrito the evening before. It was the only coffee shop within walking distance of the bus stop I haphazardly got off on. The place was nice, clean, smelled great with the iconic coffee aroma. I ordered a Rose Latte and sat contemplating my decision to make. Delicious coffee, as I swirled it dangerously realizing it'll probably make things worse the more sips I take. I ordered an Uber and held my bodily juices in until I got home. I'll definitely come back again under better circumstances.5/5.
a poc women-owned business, telescope coffee has the cutest physical store. it is currently hosting a holiday market every Saturday from 11/4-12/23 featuring other small businesses! there are a couple of unique flavored pastries but I went for one of their signature latte -- the maple latte.the maple flavor was very profound and natural -- it tasted like the maple syrup you get from Canada. it wasn't too much and you could still taste the strength of the coffee. the only thing not making it 5 stars is the price, but definitely do support them!
Darn good coffee and excellent pastries to pair with it! Quick service and cute store with lots of decorations.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee