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1. Arsicault
$ | Richmond |The search for the best, flakiest croissant in San Francisco ends at this tiny French bakery off Clement Street. Other popular items include an assortment of scones, cookies, and kouign-amann (a Breton pastry); coffee and tea complete your treat. Lines may be long but move fast and are well worth the wait.
397 Arguello Blvd., San Francisco, California, 94118, USAKnown For
- Best croissants in the city
- Long lines
- Unassuming, take-out-only storefront
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2. Arsicault
$ | Civic Center |This white, high-ceilinged space offers what some claim are the best croissants—not only outside France, but in the world. You simply can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Try for the almond croissant or anything with berries, and enjoy it in-store or to go. The original location thrives in the Inner Richmond (397 Arguello Blvd.).
87 McAllister St., San Francisco, California, 94102, USA415-926–5155Known For
- Enthusiastic following
- Exquisite croissants
- Specials run out quickly
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3. Devil's Teeth Baking Company
$ | Sunset |Folks line up on weekends for the amazing breakfast sandwiches here: fluffy eggs, thick bacon, pepper jack, avocado, and lemon-garlic aioli on a melt-in-your-mouth buttermilk biscuit. Made-to-order beignets are another favorite. Lunch options include chicken curry salad sandwiches, BLTs, and a seasonal soup of the day. Browse the bakery's selection of used books from local favorite Green Apple while you wait, and if you can't get a spot among the limited sidewalk seating, the beach is close by. A second location in the Outer Richmond (3619 Balboa St.) has the same crowd and delectable menu, but parking is much easier here.
3876 Noriega St., San Francisco, California, 94112, USA415-683–5533Known For
- Loaded breakfast sandwiches on unforgettable biscuits
- Donut muffins
- Long weekend waits
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4. Hook Fish Co
$ | Sunset |Unpretentious yet undeniably chic, this neighborhood beach shack is famous for its simple, fresh seafood. The menu changes daily depending on the day's catch, so join hungry surfers and locals as they gobble up tacos, burritos, or fish-and-chips; wash your choice down with beer or wine. Come early and expect a wait for the long communal table or the coveted wooden stools along the counter.
4542 Irving St., San Francisco, California, 94122, USA415-569–4984Known For
- Possibly the best fish-and-chips in San Francisco
- Blackboard oysters and specials
- Long lines
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5. Maison Nico
$ | |Some of San Francisco's most exquisite French pastries are baked daily at this serene, cheery shop. On the savory side, most choices tend to be some form of pâté-filled pastry and are presented with all the artistry of haute cuisine; sweets are split between croissant-type items and proper dessert treats. Lunch seekers will be satisfied by the tiny selection of quiche, salads, and sandwiches.
710 Montgomery St., San Francisco, California, 94111, USA415-359–1000Known For
- Flaky brioche feuilleetée filled with almond paste
- Parisian feel
- Duck pithivier (similar to a meat pie)
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6. Molinari Delicatessen
$ | |The whip-quick, no-nonsense, food-smart staff behind the counter at this take-out delicatessen have been serving up the most delicious, and quite possibly the biggest, sandwiches in town since 1896. Grab a number, revel in the time warp that Sinatra in the background provides, marvel at the Italian-style cured meats, and let the artists build you an unforgettable combo; then head to Washington Square Park for a picnic. The family-run shop is helmed by the fourth generation; its current torch holder is Italian-Filipino Nicholas Mastrelli, one of the Piedmont-hailing original owner's great-grandsons. Nick takes great pride in upholding his family's legacy and creating community with regulars.
373 Columbus Ave., San Francisco, California, 94133, USA415-421–2337Known For
- Italian combo sandwich
- Family business has old-time Italian vibe
- Traditional Italian products
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7. Sightglass Coffee
$ | SoMa |The stunning interior design of Sightglass's three San Francisco cafés demands several photographs on each visit, but quickly all eyes settle on the pitch-perfect shots of espresso and cups of robust coffee from beans roasted at their airy, bi-level SoMa café and roastery. This is the heart of their operation and a must-visit for any coffee lover. Pour-over coffees are their specialty, but they'll also make a perfect latte to jump-start your morning.
270 7th St., San Francisco, California, 94103, USA415-861–1313Known For
- Vanilla cold brew
- Photogenic space and drinks
- Good selection of pastries
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8. Tartine Bakery
$ | |Chad Robertson is America’s first modern cult baker, and this tiny Mission District outpost (along with the larger Tartine Manufactory on the eastern side of the neighborhood) is where you'll find his famed loaves of tangy country bread and beloved pastries like croissants and morning buns. You'll also find near-constant lines out the door; they're longest in the morning when locals (and plenty of tourists) need a pastry punch to start the day, and later in the afternoon when the famed loaves emerge freshly baked.
600 Guerrero St., San Francisco, California, 94110, USA415-487–2600Known For
- Anything bread-related
- Chocolate soufflé cake
- Fresh pastries
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9. Andytown Coffee Roasters
$ | Sunset |A neighborhood cornerstone like surfing and frigid sunsets, this charming Outer Sunset roastery and café serves house-baked Irish soda bread, scones, and, of course, coffee drinks. A particular favorite is the Snowy Plover: espresso, simple syrup, sparkling water, and house-made whipped cream. Look for another Outer Sunset outpost (3629 Taraval St.) and one along Ocean Beach in the Outer Richmond (800 Great Hwy.).
3655 Lawton St., San Francisco, California, 94122, USAKnown For
- Original Snowy Plover
- Long lines
- Excellent breakfast sandwiches
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10. Arizmendi Bakery
$ | Sunset |A Bay Area worker-owned cooperative, this bakery lures passersby with liberal slogans and baked goodies displayed in its large storefront window. The menu changes daily, offering different types of bread, sweet treats like scones, and pizza. Plop down $28 for a whole thin-crust pizza and enjoy it in the sidewalk parklet for a perfect beginning (or end) to a Golden Gate Park excursion.
1331 9th Ave, San Francisco, California, 94122, USA415-566–3117Known For
- One amazing pizza per day, always vegetarian
- Enthusiastic local following
- Tough parking
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
11. Arlequin
$$ | Hayes Valley | AmericanFor lunch on the go, don't submit to fast food when you've got Arlequin, the café offshoot of trendy Absinthe. Whatever you choose—breakfast, a hot or cold sandwich, lamb burger, roasted chicken—take it back to the lovely outdoor patio, a surprising oasis that makes Arlequin a standout.
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12. As Quoted
$ | Presidio Heights |At this sleek Presidio Heights daytime café, the wellness-centric menu manages to be so delicious that guests often don't notice how virtuous the dishes are. Bread for the open-faced sandwiches is gluten-free and baked in-house; several items are vegetarian and/or vegan; and even the pappardelle is made of zucchini ribbons instead of wheat. The white-tiled and white-painted interior looks more like a luxury Beverly Hills boutique than an eatery.
3613 Sacramento St., San Francisco, California, 94118, USA415-914–0689Known For
- Post-yoga healthful meals
- Excellent gluten-free toasts
- Freshly made juices and smoothies
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13. b Patisserie
$ | Pacific Heights |Your search for the perfect kouign-amann (a traditional glazed, butter-enriched Breton pastry made of croissant dough) ends in this buzzy café from baking wizard Belinda Leong.
2821 California St, San Francisco, California, 94115, USA415-440–1700Known For
- Impeccable kouign-amann
- Chocolate banana almond croissant
- Dedication to seasonal offerings
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner -
14. Beanstalk Cafe
$ | Union Sq. |Robin's-egg-blue banquettes and metal chairs in different colors add to the cheer at this sunny spot. Drop in for hearty local coffee and excellent breakfast and lunch sandwiches, including those on the popular cragel, a combination of a croissant and a bagel.
724 Bush St., San Francisco, California, 94108, USAKnown For
- Cragel (croissant and bagel) sandwiches
- Quality coffee drinks
- Pleasant, airy space
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15. Bini's Kitchen
$ | SoMa |Chef-owner Bini Pradhan's Nepalese restaurant introduced many city diners to the wonderful dishes of her home country. Pradhan started in San Francisco with the wonderful La Cocina kitchen incubator program (a nonprofit that helps women, immigrants, and people of color) and years later is the region's leading voice for Himalayan cooking. Meat eaters and vegetarians alike love the combination meals for lunch in an area of SoMa that doesn't have too many other tempting dining options.
1001 Howard St., San Francisco, California, 94103, USA415-361–6911Known For
- Momo dumplings
- Gurkha chicken curry
- Nepali roti bread
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16. Blue Bottle Coffee
$ | SoMa |Oakland-born Blue Bottle Coffee can now be found all over the Bay Area, on the East Coast, and even in Japan. However, this Mint Plaza coffee shop inside a 1912 building (fun fact: it appeared in The Maltese Falcon) remains its spiritual flagship for coffee geeks eager to gawk at the glitzy brewing equipment for sale, then enjoy perfect espresso pulls, powerful Oji cold brew, and meticulously made drip coffee from the eye-popping Japanese siphon bar.
66 Mint St., San Francisco, California, 94103, USA510-653–3394Known For
- Excellent cappuccinos
- New Orleans–style iced coffee
- Prime people-watching
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17. Bob's Donuts
$ | Polk Gulch |This legendary 24-hour doughnut shop has been a neighborhood anchor since the 1960s. The homemade doughnuts, whether an apple fritter or classic raised maple, are always excellent, at 10 am or 10 pm. If you're particularly ambitious and hungry, give "Bob's Challenge" a go; if you eat one truly giant doughnut in three minutes, you get a T-shirt and induction in Bob's Hall of Fame.
1621 Polk St., San Francisco, California, 94109, USA415-776–3141Known For
- Cake crumb doughnut
- Bob's Challenge for devoted doughnut lovers
- Timeless, low-key atmosphere
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18. Breadbelly
$ | Richmond |Creative, Asian-inspired takes on homey pastries made with elevated ingredients such as bee pollen and maldon sea salt (with prices to match) draw enthusiastic crowds to this small storefront. The Kaya Toast—bright green coconut-pandan jam on the café's signature milk bread—is a must try. Several sandwiches round out the limited menu, including an egg salad with kabocha squash tempura, yuzu shichimi togarashi (Japanese seven spice), and cucumber pickle on light-as-a-cloud pandesal (a Filipino roll). Creativity extends to the short drink menu, which includes egg coffee and a substantial black sesame cappuccino. A few outdoor tables are available, but otherwise it's takeout only.
1408 Clement St., San Francisco, California, 94118, USA415-349–0969Known For
- Bright green, Instagrammable Kaya Toast
- Long lines
- Interesting ingredients in every item
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19. Buena Vista Café
$ | Fisherman's Wharf | AmericanLocals love the cheery Buena Vista Café, which claims to be the first place in the United States to have served Irish coffee. The bartenders serve about 2,000 Irish coffees a day, so it's always crowded; try for a table overlooking Victorian Park and its cable-car turntable. The café dishes up great breakfasts all day, including crab omelets and crab Benedict.
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20. Cafe de Casa
$ | |Start the morning on the outskirts of Fisherman's Wharf with an açaí bowl and strong coffee, or enjoy puffy chicken-and-cheese-filled coxinha pastries as a lunchtime snack at this cheery stop by a quiet, grassy square. It's a breath of fresh air for visitors who are tired of crab and clam chowder. Note that seating is pretty tight inside, so it's best to sit at an outside table or take your order to-go.
2701 Leavenworth St., San Francisco, California, 94133, USA345–1055Known For
- Pão de queijo cheese roll
- Fresh juices
- Brazilian-style hot dog snack
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner
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