San Francisco · San Mateo County, CA
Best coffee in San Francisco
Scout analyzed 154 San Francisco places and surfaced the ones that actually fit coffee.
Places analyzed
154
Matches
24
Typical spend
$150
Typical visit
1.5 hr
Scout-verified spots

Central Waterfront
The Midway

Yerba Buena
111 Minna Gallery and Event Space
SoMa gallery for up-and-coming artists that morphs into an after-hours venue for parties & events.

Potrero Hill
Bottom of the Hill
From indie rock to hip-hop, this popular club offers a range of live music, plus outdoor seating.

Mission District
The Chapel
Converted ex-chapel featuring a 40-ft. arched ceiling, bar & a wide variety of live-music acts.

Civic Center
Oakland Museum of California
Artifacts & interactive displays in a modern building focusing on state art, history & science.

China Basin
ROOFTOP 25
Dim lighting sets the mood at this trendy spot with exposed-wood beams & creative American cuisine.

Yerba Buena
Dirty Habit
Restaurant & lounge serving New American cuisine & creative cocktails in a luxe, high-design space.

India Basin
Archimedes Banya

Nob Hill
Top of the Mark
Iconic high-end cocktail bar on top of the Mark Hopkins Hotel, with 360-degree views of the city.

Tenderloin
Charmaine’s
A rooftop cocktail lounge & kitchen with highbrow bar bites, drinks by the Bon Vivants & city views.

Yerba Buena
Pied Piper
Elegant, wood-paneled restaurant in the Palace Hotel serving specialty cocktails & American fare.

Food & Drink
RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Marin
Chic, glass-enclosed venue with elevated American cuisine, a robust wine list & Corte Madera views.

Lower Nob Hill
620 Jones
A spacious heated outdoor terrace helps make this cocktail bar a bustling spot for drinks & food.

Yerba Buena
The View Lounge
Massive arched windows showcase city views at this posh lounge serving cocktails & small plates.

Arts & Culture
Stonebrae Country Club
Stonebrae Country Club is suitable for a golf outing, special meal, or event. Plan for a half-day visit and expect to spend a few hundred dollars per person for activities and dining.

Lakeshore
TPC Harding Park
Spend a morning or afternoon playing golf at this public course with scenic views. Expect a round to last about 4 hours and cost $100-350 per person, depending on resident status and tee time.

Sports & Recreation
Diablo Creek Golf Course
Diablo Creek Golf Course is suitable for a 3-4 hour solo or group golf outing, including 18 holes, practice at the driving range, and a casual meal. Expect to spend $30-$80 per person for greens fees.

Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park Golf Course
Spend a few hours playing a round of golf with views of the Golden Gate Bridge. This is a good solo activity or outing with friends, costing around $35-75 per person for greens fees. It pairs well with a picnic or a meal at a nearby casual spot afterward.

Cole Valley
HAUM STUDIOS - HAIGHT ASHBURY
This yoga studio is suitable for a focused wellness activity lasting about 1.5 hours, costing $20-40 for a single class. It pairs well with a solo outing or a quiet start/end to a day, with parking likely a challenge in the area.

Diablo Shadows
Boundary Oak Golf Course
Boundary Oak Golf Course is suitable for a 4-hour sports outing, potentially paired with a meal afterwards. Expect to spend $50-150 per person for a round of golf.

Presidio of San Francisco
Presidio Golf Course
Spend a half-day or more playing a round of golf, enjoying the outdoors and views. Budget around $100-250 per person for greens fees and potentially food or drink at the clubhouse.

Sports & Recreation
Callippe Preserve Golf Course
Spend a morning or afternoon playing a round of golf, usually taking about 4 hours. Expect to pay between $50 and $150 for a round, potentially more for peak times or cart rental.

Sports & Recreation
Shoreline Golf Links
Shoreline Golf Links is a good spot for a few hours of outdoor recreation, suitable for solo play or with a group. Expect to spend $30-$100 per person for greens fees, potentially more for food and equipment.

Lakeshore
The Olympic Club
The Olympic Club is a private golf course, typically requiring membership or a guest invitation for a multi-hour round of golf. Expect a high spend for greens fees, caddy, and potentially F&B.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
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What Scout found
- 60 of the 154 analyzed San Francisco places fit coffee.
- 17% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 42% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Scenic, Social, Adventurous, Quiet, Educational.
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