“My husband and I had the pleasure of trying the tea from this store. The quality and taste of the tea are fresh and strike that perfect balance!! We had the Yifang fruit tea and the sugar cane mountain tea. They are both amazing!!!!We grew up in Taiwan, and this is definitely an authentic taste of home to us!!We highly recommend this tea shop to anyone looking for a treat and tea option that will really bring you a piece of Taiwan!“
“Best Acai Bowl in the city! Acai isn’t sweetened and has actually a taste ( not like many other Acai based that loaded with added sugar, added colors and flavorless), tropical base is just amazing as well because it has light coconut flavor that make you feel like on vocation. Best place for Fresh squeezed green juices and Acai Bowl! ?“
“In San Francisco in my opinion people are not always nice including service people, this place was awesome. They ice cream was delicious. I think the owner served us and he was super nice accommodated lots of samples, delicious, ice cream, and very reasonable prices.“
“I’ve been living in the area for almost two years and yesterday was the first time I tried this place. I was never attracted by the facade, to be honest. But yesterday, upon looking for places to eat, I was surprised to find out that Wow Burgers had a high rating and decided to go for it.The lady who took my order—and, apparently, who made it as well—was extremely polite and nice. The food: delicious! Everything was on point. Highly recommend it if you’re looking for a burger place! It is also near the muni stop and there’s plenty of parking in the area.“
“I’m so excited to have found a place that makes sugarcane juice in the bay area and it’s fresh! The sugarcane is fresh and they juice it to order. I bought a small and then a half gallon to go! Also the gentleman that was working was polite and friendly and gave me samples!“
“Got the super breakfast burrito & roasted veggie flatbread (changed the red sauce to pesto & added chicken 10/10 recommend!), Tropical Sunshine & Matcha Magic (not pictured), both HELLA good! Great owners/service. Will definitely come back to try other items on the menu. Music and vibes are A1 :)“
“My daughter went vegan a few months ago and until today had mostly been sticking to the plant-based offerings at already familiar restaurants. I guess she suddenly realized that she can't live on vegetable sushi rolls, falafel wraps, and tofu ramen bowls forever, though, because she asked if we could try delivery from Golden Era. Of course we had to order the most popular dish on the menu: The lemongrass deluxe. This was by far our favorite of the three items we ordered. Next time we'll get one order each so that we don't have to fight over it. It featured thin pieces of soy "chicken" fried with a crispy, spicy coating. If you like the chewiest, crispiest pieces of orange or sesame chicken you will love this dish. I thought it would need some steamed rice but it came on a substantial bed of vegetables and was a complete dish on its own. We also ordered the garden vermicelli, which is their version of Vietnamese bun. It had all the flavors we were expecting - tart, savory, sweet - with slices of a soy protein that reminded me a lot of beef, both in flavor and texture (not visible in my photo). Their meat substitutes are so impressive. Finally, we had the Thai fried rice. I liked that the grains had a slightly chewy texture. It was a simple and tasty version of this dish. We are excited now to try everything else they have. It's a big relief to my daughter to be able to order freely without wondering if a dish has a surprise non-vegan ingredient. Here we can work our way from the top of the menu to the bottom with abandon. We will enjoy the delicious challenge!“
“I've been a fan of Palmetto since they opened on Clement Street in 2019; just before lock- down.Union Street is a little hectic with the Saturday morning post workout crowd (myself included), and the wait was a bit longer than usual, but still worth it. Next time, I might just order on the app instead of ordering there.Dietary restrictions: If you have nut allergies, there are options that don't include nuts“
“This is so delicious!! It’s ginger makes it spicy, yet sweet. I wish I had known about this juice sooner, since I’m moving away from San Francisco:( Though the bottle is 9 oz. it’s still a substantial drink! So delicious and gives me energy!“
“Always in search of good acai bowl. This place is very clean and environment friendly. Employees are very nice. You pay for the size, s,m,L. I am a big eater and the medium bowl fills me up. Then you have an unlimited choice of toppings to build your bowl. The price is reasonable too. My teenage girl loves their bowls. Haven't tried their smoothies.“
“SO bomb. Healthy, filling & delicious. The salads/power bowls are incredible. I love the brekkie bowl as well. The baked goods are so delicious especially the muffin and super seed cookie. I'm so happy Nourish exists in our neighborhood!“
“I love this Palmetto location. It's super close to a few workout studios and is the perfect post-gym snack! I never craved acai bowls unless I was in Hawaii, but that mindset changed when I came across Palmetto. I believe they plan on expanding rapidly in the coming years, so hopefully quality stays the same. The Burlingame location is my go to as it's pretty close to home and convenient to get to. I would recommend order via the app because there's only one self-order kiosk in the store and it can take a while if it's busy. The only downfall is that you can't access some discounts (primarily the healthcare worker discount) via the app. My orders have always been ready on time...but communication can be a little hit or miss at this store. I recently had a mishap with the app and popped in prior to my workout/an hour before my pick-up time to ensure that the correct order got made. I spoke with one employee who assured me that she would convey the message. When I returned to pick up the mobile order, I decided to check my bowls prior to leaving to make sure that the mistake was corrected. Thankfully I did because I found out that message did not get passed on as promised.“
“Ice cream here is Good! Great customer service. They also have custom drinks. Gives Mitchel's competition...for those familiar with the area ( prices are similar). For those visiting, you can't go wrong stopping by at Balboa Ice Cream.“
“Marisa is so nice and great customer service. Best Jamba location in the Bay Area! I live closer to several other locations, but drive an extra few miles for nicer people and service. Love how they can still make the old school drinks - Orange Carrot Karma! Location is friendly and lots of care given to customers.Taking it to the next level - Coolest Jamba location!9/9 Update - tried the Go Getter; great option for macha lovers?! Pumpkin Smash ?? is also in season now to get you in the fall mood! As always great service and high-energy from Marisa ?.9/16 updateService is so fast and courteous at this San Mateo downtown location. I go to many other Jamba locations in the Bay Area and this store stands out in service and friendliness above them all! Keep up the good work Marisa and staff!9/17Great service and smoothies. This location is special. Employees are motivated and crank out the best smoothies. Marisa makes sure all customers are taken care of. If you have any issues, she will resolved it to your satisfaction. I go to Jamba a lot, but this is my fav store on the peninsula.“
“Thomas, the 'bobarista' at Happy Lemon, is a true maestro of bubble tea! His passion for creating delicious and unique concoctions is evident in every sip. Thomas takes the art of boba crafting to new heights, ensuring each drink is a burst of flavor and joy. If you're a bubble tea enthusiast, a visit to Happy Lemon with Thomas at the helm is an absolute must. Exceptional service and unparalleled boba mastery!“
“this is a small hole in the wall boba place. not much space to wait and you might accidentally walk right by it like we did. but the boba is fantastic! super tasty with lots of options. the dessert options are also great. probably my favorite boba place in the ssf/san bruno area.“
“Fantastic food , not just tortas, enchiladas verdes my favorite and milanesa torta is a must, don't forget fresh juices, love it. Always great super friendly service. Very nice, autentic people. A bit small place but great gem. Don't skip this little place.“
“Was excited to finally visit this new cafe nestled in the historic charm of our weekend Jackson Square walk. We found their inviting interior an ideal setting for a relaxed coffee break and casual meal with our group. And speaking of coffee, their freshly brewed roasts, roasted on-site in a huge visible roaster, were beyomd perfect. And t's not just about the coffee as the menu featured a variety of homemade and fresh baked treats, from hot scones to sandwiches and salads, all prepared in their open kitchen. The smoothies, we were told have gained popularity and made waves on social media. We tried Maca Cloud and its imopressive with a long list of execpetional ingredinets. The charming floral displays at the entrance were a crowd pleaser and it was great to see a mix locals, tourits and even a huge group from SF Fire Dept enjoying the space. Give it a try; I suspect you won't be disappointed.“
“Today's lunch: Mexican bowl with carnitas as the choice of meat. It's the super burrito filling served over romaine lettuce - for when I want to skip the tortilla wrapper. Nothing wrong with the tortillas, just nice to have a variation sometimes. If I want something smaller, than a regular burrito, I'll go with a super taco. The staff are super friendly and the shop is well-maintained. You can eat in, there are a number of tables and chairs and even a working TV. I visited before the lunch rush and almost had the place to myself. But I've been here when I've had to wait in line to place an order and then wait for the order - they do get slammed. Haven't tried any of the deli sandwiches or breakfast items... yet!“
“Beloved’s intimate interior, sweet music and aroma of cinnamon and cardamom surprised me. It’s a compact dose of serenity after the churn of 24th and Mission.I ordered the Beloved Latte with turmeric, ghee and nut milk, no sugar (minus one star for no decaf) at $9 and the Masala Cacao Ball at $7.High prices for sure, as other reviews have mentioned, but where do you find this in the Mission? I just moved here a month ago from Marin and four cafes in the Mission I have tried so far have been tired, dirty and run down. What’s up with that? I thought the tech bros were bringing up the value here.In contrast, I think Beloved represents the heartfelt, positive vibe of conscious living. This cafe packs a lot into a small space. Just sayin’.“
“Absolutely adored this snack joint in the Mission. When you walk in it has the dopest mural on the wall with so many details. Shout out to the muralists. The owner, his name is Ricky is so pleasant. He is very friendly and knows everyone's name and order which tells you a lot about his character. He cares about his snack shop. I ordered the freshest La Mangonada and Los Esquites with hot cheetos on to. So delicious. I will be back to bring my children. THANK YOU RICKY! YOU'RE THE BEST!“
“Big fan of the 10$ for a coffee and breakfast sandwich deal!! My partner and I come here pretty often for that! Only complaint is I really miss the old decorations in there. The remodel is just giving cheap. But service is great and food is great!!“
“Saturday-Wednesday, 11/18/23-11/23/23, Deserting at Bambu Deserts & Drinks in San Francisco. Oh man! This desert shop is so goooood that I went back multiple times to try out their other deserts on the menu. Their pandan jelly, boba, and red tapioca are super soft, fragrant, and refreshing which got me hooked for more.I’ve tried many desert shops in Los Angeles County and Orange County and this desert shop has raised the bar, big time. I have been elated by this experience with Bambu, San Francisco. I’m so blessed.Here are a few desserts I’ve tried for the week that I’m there on my vacation in San Francisco.-Smashed Avocado: Awesome!!! it’s so refreshing and burst of flavors especially with the coffee jelly! Words could not express my feeling with the taste of this dessert!-Pandan waffle: I’ve ordered it to go and after some time, it is still crispy and flavorful which is unexpected.-Bambu favorite: full of the different flavors in the ingredients-Hazelnut Mocha blend: Hazelnut flavored coffee and very smooth.-Fresh coconut pudding: coconut jelly & cream in a real coconut shell with its meat. Amazing texture and flavors that I never had before and it’s so refreshing on a warm day!!!-Mangonada: Wow! Refreshing smoothie with some tang. I can’t believe this Vietnamese dessert shop makes such a great Mexican style smoothie.-Avo-coconut smoothie: I had avocado smoothie before but not with coconut. It’s a great blend that compliment the avocado.-Taro lovers; the pandas jelly and taro were so fresh and tender with the coconut milk made it so refreshing. If you like to taste more of the taro, ask for the 75% sweetness.-Awesome Trio: a classic Vietnamese Che that can’t go wrong. As expected it is delicious and my favorite childhood drink/desert.-Bambu Halo Halo: A Filipino classic desert with so much ingredients that to buy all ingredients, it would cost me over $40 easy. I enjoyed a large cup my way, right away for $9, it’s all worth it and more.The service staffs work fast, were friendly, super nice, and service with a smile each time I’m there.I’ve been eating at so many dessert shops and I think this shop is by far the best of the best with their high quality ingredients!I highly recommend trying this Bambu Desert shop if you are traveling to the San Francisco area like me or if you are local, you must already notice that this is a hidden gems of a dessert shop. Share this information with your friends and family to keep the great desert shop business’ open for your enjoyment for the years to come. Happy desert eating!!!David YoungRestaurant Enthusiast“
“Love all the unique bowl combinations! The Warrior was tasty and reminded me of the UC colours. The ordering system is efficient with an in-store kiosk, and there was no one else there when I went mid-afternoon, so I could submit my order right away. This location has a cute, Instagrammable indoor seating area on the right side.“
“Back in 2004, I was working at 333 Bush St. and this was our favorite salad lunch place. Now I'm on Battery St. and was happy to that this Cafe Venue location was still open. Too bad their Leidesdorff alley location is now closed. The salad chefs there were better and closer to me on Battery St. Today I had their breakfast burrito with sausage, + avocado & sour cream $1.50 = $10.95. O! such good memories! Tomorrow I'll come back for lunch and get my old favorites, the chop chop salad or the spinach one. Service was excellent was for a counter style restaurant.“
“my friend and i went here for the last breakfast on our vacation and we seriously loved it! my friend even said "if i lived here i'd eat here all the time." the food was fresh and well made, and the spicy mayo was just a kiss of spice, not hot at all, and very creamy. their coffee was expertly made, as i'm sitting here writing this my friend just said "that was a really good coffee i'm still thinking about it" the server was also very sweet and friendly! the shop is a little hard to find because they don't have "enter the cafe" branding, so it's best to just go by the address. but it's a cute little corner cafe, well decorated and clean but very small so exercise caution if you're a larger group. if you're visiting sanfran i highly recommend this place esp if you need a quick breakfast or drink between excursions!“
“I was in the area looking for an açaí bowl and found this place on yelp. The place inside a small grocery store and when I arrived I found parking behind the building. The attendant was very friendly and helped me choose a bowl. Definitely recommend if looking for a healthier breakfast option.“
“My fav place to eat in FiDi. Delicious food and variety with seamless operation and friendly staff. Always make it my mission to support this business and I am not the only one. Situated in a shopping center that is mostly all closed, Julie’s is one of a few tenants (3 or so tenants) that single-handedly drives a majority of the foot traffic in this shopping center. People come in either ordering buffet or their deliciously selected menu items. You can never go wrong with Julie’s!“
“Got 2 açai bowls, they were tasty and cute; the service was quick and the café as well, but it is located in a place that’s not very interesting on its own, it’s just very close to a mall and walking for ~10 min you get to the ferry building and that’s nice, so it’s either way close to some interesting locations. We payed pretty much money, $30+ for two açaís and a water, I think that’s a little too much but ok. Thank youu byee“
“As a Taiwanese I approve of this! The boba is very good and the tea is also very good. There's a combo deal for medium hk milk tea with an egg waffle. We had lychee oolong and hk milk tea with an egg waffle. The waffle is also good. Light and fluffy. They made it right after ordering which makes the crust crunch.“
“The teas are strong, the smoothies are delicious. I have only heard about the tea because I am a caffeine free child, but the smoothies. THE SMOOTHIES!!!!! They have so many different flavours, and the sweetness is always perfect. I also like how their large sizes are actually large. I definitely recommend the red bean smoothie, which somehow exists, and I LOVE IT. The drinks can get a bit sweet, but you can change the sweetness on all of them, I believe. Since they are a very popular business, it does take some time for them to make the drinks, but the wait is always worth it. And, they are "professionals," and they work as hard as they can to make your drink. It's a very small place, so most people get their drinks to-go, which is what happens at most boba shops anyways, so that doesn't change anything about my extremely high opinions about them. I did have a favourite drink before, but they took it off the menu. I have since loved the red bean smoothie, and highly recommend it.:)“
“Contender Coffee truly packs a punch in the world of coffee. I stopped by for a cappuccino and was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. The open space was inviting as the coffee, providing a nice ambiance for getting some work down. Plus, there's an interesting bonus - you get free boxing with your purchase! What a unique and enjoyable add-on to the coffee experience. They also had a nice, friendly dog that welcomed you.“
“Cuia Acai inside the Dreamforce has yet to come back eventually. Thus Deep Purpl would be my temporary love interest. Not only that açaí and other fruit blends were super healthy, but also its color looked purely beautiful. It's better to go for a smoothie than an energy bowl since every separate chunk of fruits and ingredients in a big cup get in the way.I'm just glad I came into the small purple walled space before closing time. Not every super fruit cafés stayed for additional hours. That's how I could easily make it by foot.“
“Love this neighborhood business that has always turned out perfectly crispy and chewy eggettes in tasty flavors. The various drinks they also serve have always been very delicious and the perfect accompaniment to the eggettes, and I also don't feel too guilty in having either of both . Will always come here to get a much needed snack attack resolution!“
“One of the only places in an area with mostly hospitals & retirement homes that has hot food other than Tommy's Joynt and the overrated Lemoncello. Great Mango Green Tea with Lychee Jelly. Just as good as Super Cue across town where I grew up. Good Poke Bowls. Amazing croissant. Best one I've had since I was in Switzerland . Best Spam Musubi in the city. Family ran. Nice to see a migrant family be in touch with AI; speak English and become a part of the community in a Sanctuary City. Reminds me of old Americana the old Candy Stores that kids hang out at after school.“
“I ordered the Twister bowl with peanut butter, and I strongly recommend to anyone with a health conscious New Years resolution! The bowl was delicious, the staff were welcoming, and it took no time at all. Also the tall guy with glasses was very receptive to any adjustments I had due to allergies. The inside was clean, organized, and has shelves with a selection of healthy snacks.“
“Phenomenal, simply put. We tried the oolong, thai, and frozen butter beer. We all loved it. Service is great, they have great selection. They have dairy free options.Vegetarian options: Dairy free optionsParking: Some parking in the front and paid street parking.“
“This JUICE HOUSE is a kiosk located in the Ferry Building manned by the friendliest lady. She kept offering free samples even though I was ready to buy something already. She was enthusiastic and was ready to describe each menu item. I ordered GREEN MACHINE which has celery, cucumber, kale, chard, parsley, spinach, apple, lemon, ginger. This was not an easy beverage to drink and has a bit of a kick in the end. You can enjoy your drink while walking around Ferry Building which is awesome and beautiful, or you could take it outside and walk along the water.“
“No frills place for boba and Asian style tea. Liked it quite a lot as we were able to choose the right sweetness etc. only slight con is they don’t take discover (despite saying they do on the machine it declined both our our discover cards).“
“Originally I came to try their Taro 2.0 drink but it seems to always be out of stock.....My second choice was the Oreo Matcha which I really liked. Boba was nice and chewy. Alterations to non-dairy milk is included, which I appreciate since most places charge extra. However I think ~$8 is a bit pricy, especially for the smaller sized cup. If they ever replenish their Taro drink I shall return.“
“Fresh juice & support your local small businesses They have a wide variety ranging from mango, green juice, sugarcane, watermelon juice, and more. * I got: - 5 green juice: so fresh and yummy. Exactly what I needed. $8 a cup This is ran by the same sweet lady's who run the fruit store next door. Definitely coming back here for fresh juice!“
“The ?️ exceptional and fav. Even the small come with generous portion. Pleasant atmosphere. Seating limited and parking can be tight at times, yet delicious chili which is the only cuisine I get. On side note, the ? doesn't blend well with the chilli for me that is.“
“Really cute grab-and-go spot. In the city, its rare to get such nice and friendly customer service, Today the barista greeted me with such a kind smile, it made my day. And the coffee, some of the best I have had in the city, they know how to make a real cortado!“
“Solid place for a coffee or juice with lots of indoor seating, which is hard to find on Polk Street. We had some pastries that were ok and a juice that was good. Coffee was decent. Tables with good light were plentiful.Vegetarian options: There are a number of vegetarian options, plus pastries.“
“When Tiger Tea opened, I thought "does San Mateo really need another boba place?" I was wrong. We had a craving for Thai Tea and popped into Tiger Tea. Also saw their Avocado shake and was intrigued since I've only seen these at Viet restaurants. Both drinks were fantastic Thai tea had a strong tea flavor with just enough sweetness at 75% 5/5 Avocado shake was very refreshing, creamy and sweet 5/5“
“I got the Coco for Avo drink which has tons of avocado chunks, coconut milk, basil seeds, and boba. When I say there's tons of avocado chunks, I mean TONS. They do not skimp out! Boba was perfectly sweet and chewy. I got it with less sweetness and it wasn't very sweet at all. Felt like a fun healthy drink. I also tried the Aloha Dream (passion fruit, pineapple, guava) and loved it. It had a sherbet-like flavor, is an icy smoothie, and kind of reminds me of Jamba Juice. Located in a strip mall with free private parking lot.“
“So good I literally eat her 3-5x a week. They ALWAYS make it perfect. Never a wilted piece of arugula and they honor special requests when using delivery service which most don't. The lady and 2 guys are the nicest people ever and send little notes at times to make my day even brighter! I can't go on enough. Also there ws no price hike during or after COVID so they really do care about their customers!Vegetarian options: Burrata pesto no Meat will fill your heart. Almond croissant has lots of fulling. Smoothies are sooo goodDietary restrictions: You can make special requests and they always get it right! I've ordered over 100 times and asked no Meat extra cheese and they never make a mistake!Kid-friendliness: Great people work here. Human and pet baby friendly! Indoor and outdoor seatingWheelchair accessibility: Easy access and indoor and outdoor seating“
“Great juice selection, just right nothing over whelming. I get the beet juice one, and the blue algae shots. If I work out at lux fit I’ll grab the almond milk protein one it’s really good . Def recommend this spot it’s quick and easy, and they take back the bottle and refund you a little something. Staff is always up beat friendly and cool . Punch cards rock as wellWheelchair accessibility: Yea you can literally roll up here . All pun intended“
“was walking by so I thought I would grab a Mocha and it was really good and the price was reasonable. Only $4.75! Can't beat that. Considering down the street it's like 6.50 for a mocha.Vegetarian options: Limited to like vegetarian sandwiches but they do have lots of breakfast options like waffles and crepesKid-friendliness: They have a cage You can lock your kids up and enjoy your meal ?“
“This place is the bomb! They still have table service. Is very rare in many places that are dessert places. The menu is very extensive and it is electronics that they give you a tablet that you can swipe through. There are very many pages with different themes like all mango deserts, etc. food is brought out in disposable containers. Not expensive. Very healthy for desserts. Not too much sugar. Sometimes the crowd gets a little loud, but mostly we found it peaceful and nice atmosphere.“