In town for a few days from coastal Washington. Strolling the Mission district and stumbled into Carlin Cafe. What a great little local shop!!! I have come two mornings in a row. Food is good, coffee and smoothies are amazing as well. They are fairly priced and have a relaxed vibe. Great corner shop where just hanging out is perfect?
Rose
Killer breakfast burrito and love the Mexican mocha ? cozy coffee shop perfect to read or work quietly
The Mouse
I could do my laundry at home...but why? There is a coffee shop connected to a Laundromat!Friendly staff, solid coffee, and variety of fresh made food makes all the difference when choosing where to do laundry. This is a real neighborhood joint and the neighbors are happy to have Carlin's back open ❤️☕
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carmel DeAmicis
It reopened!! It looks so cute! Maybe under new mgmt? Either way they revamped the interior and it feels like a lovely local spot. Way more light somehow. Very comfy padded seats. In the short time I was there (picking up a to go breakfast sandwich) it was bustling despite being the week of thxgiving & multiple ppl w cute lil dogs came in who seemed to know each other / the owner.We don’t have enough cozy down home cafe type spots anymore — most have been replaced by the minimalist bougie spots like sightglass. So I was glad to see this place reopen w such cute vibes.
Michelle Tabart
Reopened Carlin’s has great coffee and a homey vibe! Mostly the staff are just wonderful :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nick Grant
Stopped in during the grand reopening and was happy to see a really great corner cafe return to the neighborhood. Great spot for coffee and really great deli sandwiches.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
alfonso ortiz
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Kristy E.
This place is somehow interesting. They play classic Mexican music and the menu is pretty basic. They serve basic bagels doughnuts and sandwiches. They also serve several types of coffee. Something about the place is addictive and keeps me coming back. They serve a basic menu and the food is okay. Could it be that they're convenientlly located and reasonably priced it's nothing to rave about; however, they're alright.
Damond Taylor
Family business or not, closing over an hour early is unprofessional...
David Kirkland
Excellent folks. Very well done standard, consistent breakfast sandwiches. A bit pricey. Laundry facilities are nice and clean.
A it pricey in the sandwiches and bagels but still good.
Daniel Alberto Zavala Cortés
Great staff, sandwiches, and coffee. I highly recommend the Hot Pastrami
frank bautista
Cafe food, mmm, super good. I love this place so much. Really nothing but good experiences here. This place has a nice atmosphere. This place has good reviews for a reason.
Darshita Maniar
Vegetarian sandwiches are super yummy and affordable! Love this place.
Danny Carrao
The coffee was really good here - it doesn't have that sour taste of some coffee places. Prices are very reasonable, especially compared to other coffee shops nearby. Free WiFi, of course, though it was slow and really good just for email and other work - I wouldn't want to stay and surf there. All in all, a good place.
In town for a few days from coastal Washington. Strolling the Mission district and stumbled into Carlin Cafe. What a great little local shop!!! I have come two mornings in a row. Food is good, coffee and smoothies are amazing as well. They are fairly priced and have a relaxed vibe. Great corner shop where just hanging out is perfect?
Killer breakfast burrito and love the Mexican mocha ? cozy coffee shop perfect to read or work quietly
I could do my laundry at home...but why? There is a coffee shop connected to a Laundromat!Friendly staff, solid coffee, and variety of fresh made food makes all the difference when choosing where to do laundry. This is a real neighborhood joint and the neighbors are happy to have Carlin's back open ❤️☕
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It reopened!! It looks so cute! Maybe under new mgmt? Either way they revamped the interior and it feels like a lovely local spot. Way more light somehow. Very comfy padded seats. In the short time I was there (picking up a to go breakfast sandwich) it was bustling despite being the week of thxgiving & multiple ppl w cute lil dogs came in who seemed to know each other / the owner.We don’t have enough cozy down home cafe type spots anymore — most have been replaced by the minimalist bougie spots like sightglass. So I was glad to see this place reopen w such cute vibes.
Reopened Carlin’s has great coffee and a homey vibe! Mostly the staff are just wonderful :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped in during the grand reopening and was happy to see a really great corner cafe return to the neighborhood. Great spot for coffee and really great deli sandwiches.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The wf is not seen publicly
This place is somehow interesting. They play classic Mexican music and the menu is pretty basic. They serve basic bagels doughnuts and sandwiches. They also serve several types of coffee. Something about the place is addictive and keeps me coming back. They serve a basic menu and the food is okay. Could it be that they're convenientlly located and reasonably priced it's nothing to rave about; however, they're alright.
Family business or not, closing over an hour early is unprofessional...
Excellent folks. Very well done standard, consistent breakfast sandwiches. A bit pricey. Laundry facilities are nice and clean.
Restaurantji Recommends
A it pricey in the sandwiches and bagels but still good.
Great staff, sandwiches, and coffee. I highly recommend the Hot Pastrami
Cafe food, mmm, super good. I love this place so much. Really nothing but good experiences here. This place has a nice atmosphere. This place has good reviews for a reason.
Vegetarian sandwiches are super yummy and affordable! Love this place.
The coffee was really good here - it doesn't have that sour taste of some coffee places. Prices are very reasonable, especially compared to other coffee shops nearby. Free WiFi, of course, though it was slow and really good just for email and other work - I wouldn't want to stay and surf there. All in all, a good place.