14 Best Coffee Shops in South San Francisco

Ikon Roastery Coffee Roasteries • $$
220 S Linden Ave Unit K1, South San Francisco

“Last week I got a chance to try ikon Roastery. It was a bit tricky to find but if you're looking it's on the left hand side of the large building. I was looking for some espresso beans and the barista shared with me four beans to choose from. I was tempted to get Carl of the fog at first but decided with welichu wacku. I also got a shot of the beans I purchased to give it a try and it had a lot of flavor. I was very impressed with the quality and service. They barista was very knowledgeable and friendly. The ambiance felt industrial with the equipment in the background. It was nice to see where your beans are getting roasted. Overall would recommend them for a try if you're looking to support local.“

4.8 Superb72 Reviews
Antigua Coffee Shop Cafe • $
437A Grand Ave, South San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Pancakes Con Huevos Revueltos Con Jamon
Breakfast Croissant or Bagel
Chicken Flautitas
Breakfast Burrito
Veggie Empanadas
Breakfast Plate
Yogurt Parfait
Coffee Refill
Antigua Salad
Carrot Cake

“This place is such a gem. I came here to work for a few hours and it was perfect. Cozy atmosphere, relatively quiet with nice background music, tasty and affordable food, nice service. I would highly recommend and return and even considering making it a good place to hang out for a bit before heading to the airport as I don’t live an hour away.Vegetarian options: Not a lot of vegetarian options but I think the atmosphere makes up for it. There are a few very limited selections like the berry oatmeal and the bagel. I believe there were a couple other things too.“

4.6 Superb82 Reviews
Dead Eye Coffee Bar Coffee Shops • $
415 Grand Ave STE 100, South San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Tahitian Vanilla Latte
Cold Brew Concentrate
Cup of Coffee
Black Eye
Pastries
Dead Eye
Red Eye

“Superb cappuccino and cortado prepared by an expert barista in clean minimalist space. Both beverages exhibited strong notes of expertly roasted beans with rich crema that lingered on the palate. The cortado exhibited an intoxicating taste that rivals the best we’ve ever tasted - and we sample plenty across the US and beyond. Much attention has been devoted to the interior which is adorned with live plant and decorated with tasteful combination of tile and natural woods which maximizes the small space.Should have hired the designer to do my kitchen. There is no seating on site. Barista Rowby is a master of his metier and efficiently serves a line of patrons, many of whom were welcomed personally by counter person Gigi. Pride of ownership bounds with a variety of fun stickers and branding item. Roasted beans are available on site which is a big plus for me. Dead Eye rises to the top echelon of Bay Area coffee establishments and deserves to be on your map.Parking: Parking is tight so be patient to receive your reward“

4.7 Superb58 Reviews
Las Hijas Del Gallo Bakery • $
615 Linden Ave, South San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pan Dulce - Conchas
Fresh Out the Oven
10'' Tres Leches
Jalapeno Bread
Bollios

“Las Hijas Del Gallo is a hidden gem nestled in the neighborhood, offering an amazing array of bakery delights that are as fresh as they are flavorful. Each visit feels like discovering a treasure trove of baked goods, where every item on the menu is crafted with care and expertise. The aromas that greet you at the door are a clear testament to the quality and freshness of their offerings. Whether you're a fan of savory or have a sweet tooth, Las Hijas Del Gallo is sure to have something that will delight your palate. It's a small bakery with a big heart, and its charm is unmatched. A must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in some truly delicious baked goods!“

4.5 Superb92 Reviews
Philz Coffee Coffee Shops • $
2248 Westborough Blvd Suite 603, South San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Herbal Mint Tea
Mint Leaves
Yerba Mate
Chamomile
Croissant
Mint M

“Friendly neighborhood vibe, patio view of Bay, Delicious handmade one cup at a time with care! WiFi laptop lingering welcome. Lots of seats. Accessibility, restrooms, Merch! Bakery, Burritos Kind Bars, juicesVegetarian options: Green Chile burritoPlant based sandwichDietary restrictions: Oat milk and almond milk optionsKid-friendliness: YesWheelchair accessibility: Yes“

4.3 Superb66 Reviews
The Lighthouse American • $
685 Gateway Blvd, South San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Kale Caesar Salad

“The Lighthouse is one of the best study cafes I've been to!SEATING - very easy to find a good seat. I went on a Thursday afternoon from 2-5pm and there was a good amount of empty seats.COFFEE - i ordered an iced vanilla latte and it was VERY good (S tier).BATHROOM - very clean and nice.OUTLETS - only some tables have outletsWIFI - they have free wifiPARKING - there is a free parking lot“

4.2 Good61 Reviews
Pit Stop Boba Shop Bubble Tea • $
2300 Westborough Blvd, South San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Popcorn Chicken
Taro with Boba

“I was super skeptical of this spot for a long time because it's next to a gas station but one day I figured since it had the highest number of Yelp reviews and one of the higher overall ratings for boba spots in the area I'd finally give it a shot. As a couple of the other reviews have pointed out, it's surprisingly good for literally gas station boba. I recommend ordering ahead directly from their website to get the best prices. They might not have the most extensive menu but they've got all the og milk teas, a couple fruit tea options, and even a Vietnamese coffee so what more can you ask for.I've tried the guava passion and the Thai milk tea, nothing out of the world but done right both times. I really like how every drink comes with a detailed description of what's included and how there are 11 different topping and 15 topping options. All toppings are relatively the same price too (unless you get double the quantity which makes sense), which I will voice my support for. They also offer 125% and 150% sweetness options, which I've never seen for boba before but hey if you like your drinks really sweet this spot could really be a gem for you.There isn't a whole lot of space inside the store, it's mainly just one small counter with the register and enough space to put bobas that are ready for pickup. There is more parking in the back but honestly who wants to stick around a gas station for longer than needed just place your order online and hop out quickly to pick it up once you arrive. There is a bathroom but it's on the other side of the building and you have to go outside to pick up the key, I just decided to wait until I got home. Overall, much more than it appears to be from the outside and don't knock it until you try it.“

4.3 Superb39 Reviews
The Cake Queen & Coffee Bar Custom Cakes • $$
132 Brentwood Dr, South San Francisco

“I was recommended to get the dirty chai latte and the ube tres leches cake. The ube tres leches cake is hands down one of the best things I had ever! The dirty chai latte was meh. Highly recommend their baked goods! There isn’t much place to sit and eat though.“

4.2 Good47 Reviews
Starbucks Coffee Shops • $
101 Oyster Point Blvd #108, South San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Java Chip Frappuccino Blended Beverage
Turkey Bacon Cheddar

“This bux is located in the middle of some office park. I came here to meet up with a group of people. I have to say this is also one of the few bux that allow inside seating since Serramonte got rid of their seating area. Seating is spacious and cafe is clean. There's even a neat little conference room in the back. Staff is nice. Service attentive. Coffee is good. Not watered down. The only weird thing was the lights turned off a few times while we were there. I think lights were set up for motion. If there's no one near the counter it shuts off. One of us had to walk out to the counter for the lights to turn back on.Staff let us sit there as long as we wanted. This is the best bux ever!“

4 Good39 Reviews
Eggettes Bubble Tea • $
639 El Camino Real, South San Francisco

“Love this place, been going since ~2006. Delicious, creamy taro slushie and fluffy crispy chocolate eggettes. Gives a nice family-run vibe, feels like you know the food'll be good and they care. ❤️ Soft reopening everything $5 at the time I went Winter 2023, was cash only.“

4.2 Good20 Reviews
Traverse Bar •
800 Gateway Blvd, South San Francisco

“My third time eating here. The Food Hall has excellent, healthy, filling and diverse selections. My only neg is the 2pm closing time - i wish they were open until 2:30p, I'd certainly eat there more often. I had the Chicken Verde Soup today - yummers! The soups are particularly hearty and adding a sandwich might be a bit much unless you're really hungry! I LUV this space/venue - I wholeheartedly agree with other reviewers this a perfect place for workmate get togethers - before work coffee, after work drinks, brainstorming sessions - it has lots of cozy spots, some gaming areas, a outdoor lounge (no smoking!) - a great place to hang, if the food court could be open just a little longer...“

4 Good27 Reviews
Peet's Coffee Coffee Shops • $
102 Grand Ave, South San Francisco

“The staff are all friendly and reminds me of cheers where "everybody knows your name." the service is great, especially between 6 and 7 AM when everybody's rushing to get to work, positive attitude, kind and always wearing a smile. Nice to hear old school style music. My family and I have been coming here for the past ten years and we plan to keep coming. We love Peet's coffee and teas.“

3.9 Good31 Reviews
Donut King Donut Shops • $
504 Grand Ave, South San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

King Croissant
Sandwich
Bagel

“Love this place! I've been coming here since before the new management take over and I still love it! I think it's even better now! LOVE the cheese bagels, it's so hard to find cheese bagels that have a large amount of cheese but this place has it! Family and Spanish speaking friendly!“

3.7 Good20 Reviews
Starbucks Coffee Shops • $
176 Gateway Blvd, South San Francisco

Customers` Favorites

Eggs

“This is my local Starbucks right next to work. I usually order through the app and my drinks are ready on time. Drinks are made to expectation and service has been good. It's connected to a gas station/convenience store so it's small. Perfect place to grab 'n go!“

3.6 Good25 Reviews
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