San Francisco serves up some of the best java in the country, with strong flavors and cozy storefronts that keep the city satisfied.
Our friends at Yelp have helped us assemble a list of San Francisco's best coffee shops.
While some popular local chains dominate the top ten, there's also tons of variety among the small shops.
And these shops don't just serve your standard cappuccino or latte either. From mint mojito espresso to Affogato (a shot of hot espresso over vanilla ice cream) to waffles and sandwiches, these 10 coffee shops stand out from the rest.
#10 Cafe Algiers
Originally a sandwich shop that expanded to offer coffee, Cafe Algiers is still renowned for its spicy turkey sandwich with avocados on a Dutch Crunch roll. It offers quick but delicious espressos and mochas in the busy San Francisco financial district.
"The coffee is fresh, the bagels are toasted to perfect, and don't even get me started on the sandwiches," Ben H. wrote.
#9 Jane
Jane brews scrumptious Stumptown coffee and offers a wide variety of baked goods, both gluten free and not. Yelpers recommend their espresso and salad selection and give extra points for the friendly staff.
"It always feels like a warm sunny day at Jane's. I really do love this cafe. The pastries are usually fresh & the breakfast is always tasty. I love the egg sandwiches, the banana bread, the citrus brioche and even the basic bread and jam. Love this spot!" Bernadette G. wrote.
#8 Blue Bottle Coffee Co. (Embarcadero)
The Embarcadero location of Blue Bottle has a long line that Yelpers say is worth the wait. The New Orleans iced coffee and the Affogato, a shot of hot espresso over vanilla ice cream, are especially popular. Their waffles also earn rave reviews.
"Blue Bottle is NOT a hype. It's good. It's creamy. It's frothy. It's what you crave when it's 30 degrees in the winter (mocha) and 75 degrees in the summer (New Orleans iced coffee)," Emily C. wrote.
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