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Unexpected Era Café

Cafe Coffee shop

👍👍 This cute cafe has such a welcoming vibe and amazing coffee! The pastries are a delicious pairing and the baristas are so friendly. Parking is surprisingly easy to find nearby so it’s worth the trip to start your morning on a high note. Be sure to check the art while your coffee is prepared with car... People often mention coffee, great, delicious, Great, friendly, shop, good,


Address

614 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Contact

(415) 602-7430

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (55 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 2:30 PM

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  • 5/5 Genevieve M. 3 years ago on Google
    This cute cafe has such a welcoming vibe and amazing coffee! The pastries are a delicious pairing and the baristas are so friendly. Parking is surprisingly easy to find nearby so it’s worth the trip to start your morning on a high note. Be sure to check the art while your coffee is prepared with care!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 B B. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely little shop. Good coffee, good bagel sandwich. I was in the city for a job interview and was lost and the two ladies working helped me with directions. Super nice and sweet.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joe R. 3 years ago on Google
    This place has great vibes. The guy behind the bar was super chill and makes you feel taken care of. The cinnamon mocha was the best drink I’ve had in a while... definitely a new regular spot for me.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David Kurlí A. 7 months ago on Google
    Gna hit up Google see if they have more stars available for this place! They've added fresh juices and smoothies, some good pastries! Oh man, it's a vibe here and they know what they are doing with the coffee and espresso. Such a blessing to this community ❤️
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eric C. 11 months ago on Google
    If you're looking for a place to chill while waiting for a friend or an event, but you don't want to deal with Starbucks on market street. Unexpected Era Cafe is a welcomed replacement w/ High top seats to give your feet a rest. It's a downhill walk from Saigon Sandwich on the way to the subway so it's definitely a convenient location, and It's clean here. College student level pricing as well.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joseph A. 7 months ago on Google
    The most welcoming coffee shop in SF! Hands down best taste in class! Customer service leaves you feeling like family! Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bea P. 6 months ago on Google
    Adorable, small cafe with a great selection. The strawberry shortcake latte with oat milk is amazing and the strawberry complements the medium roast espresso they have in shop perfectly. Can’t wait to go back and try more.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abigail S. 1 year ago on Google
    If you live in the neighborhood or are visiting from out of town highly recommend coming here for delicious high quality 3rd wave coffee. I got a cappuccino with whole milk and it was the perfect balance of espresso and milk, frothed to perfection. Leo was extremely friendly and is a very experienced barista! My new local spot.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alexa G. 6 months ago on Google
    The owner is very nice and welcoming! The smoothies are fresh and delicious. Great variety of pastries and food that are all so delicious. Spent every breakfast of my vacation here. Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 MIGUEL A. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is amazing, great coffee, tasty pastry and other breakfast foods ! Excellent! Looking forward to next chance to visit !

  • 5/5 John T. 5 months ago on Google
    This place has the friendliest baristas. Great service, good coffee and snacks. What else do you need from a neighborhood cafe?

  • 5/5 Neal 9 months ago on Google
    There's excellent service in this clean, pleasant cafe with great drinks and a small assortment of foods. I asked about pastries and the person behind the counter recommended the raspberry turnovers. I also ordered a hot chocolate and dined-in. Three minutes after paying $9.89, I got my turnover and hot chocolate. The hot chocolate was chocolatey, not over-sweetened, and creamy. The lady told me that it might not be sweet enough and she could sweeten it more if I liked, but it turned out to be perfect. The raspberry turnover was cold in the center and the pastry wasn't flaky. The worker asked how everything was and I asked if she could heat up the turnover a bit more. She offered to give me another one, but I insisted on heating up the one I'd already taken a bite out of. A minute later, the pastry was pretty good. If you're in the area and you'd like a great hot chocolate or an espresso drink this is a pleasant place to visit. I appreciated the pleasant service and I'll return for a hot chocolate if I'm nearby in the future.

  • 5/5 Elliot S. 1 year ago on Google
    I make my way to come out to this little coffee shop on Polk. The owner truly cares about coffee and you can tell, the coffee rivals that of other third wave coffee pleases and it’s nice to find a truly independent owned shop with a great owner you can chat to about it all. Stop by if you get the chance!

  • 5/5 estuardo H. 1 year ago on Google
    It's an excellent café, good attention to detail. Great customer service! The best coffee in SF!

  • 5/5 Rob S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great Coffee and great staff who work there. We had a Latte and ordered the savory bagel which was delicious.

  • 5/5 Amy B. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is a gem and so is the owner. Warm and friendly vibes, exceptional coffee.

  • 5/5 Ione H. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped in with some friends to grab a quick coffee while visiting SF. Super cute little takeout spot with great basics, but be sure to check out their extended menu for some fun options. Tried the cold brew and the mocha, both delicious. Best part was the barista - he was so friendly and we had a nice chat while he made our drinks. Great spot!

  • 5/5 Jon C. 1 year ago on Google
    Good coffee, very chilled and friendly fellas serving, reasonable pricing. I don't live here but if I did this would be where I'd get my coffee from

  • 5/5 Robbin 1 year ago on Google
    First ever review of any place. I loved the coffee and the pastries. I will be coming back as soon as possible. If you don’t try them out… you are missing out.

  • 5/5 Brent S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great shots…bright and delicious…super reasonable price. Barista solid friendly.

  • 5/5 Niels P. 1 year ago on Google
    Really great coffee, the owner Leo is super nice. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area

  • 5/5 JRay E. 1 year ago on Google
    Trying out this place for the first time. Looking forward to my ham modified sandwich. I’m Hella hungry and pina colada.

  • 5/5 Nic 1 year ago on Google
    Great lil coffee shop.. got a dirty iced chai, and a Jenny’s wild berry smoothie.. very good, I would so come back next time I’m in the Bay Area.. gotta check this place out


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup

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