A serious caffeine fix in the form of good coffee is always a wonderful way to start your day. Whether you’re looking to jump start your WFH morning or scouting out an afternoon pick-me-up, peruse this short list of neighborhood coffee shops that will pour a mean cup of java and are easily accessible from NEMA San Francisco.
SimplexiTea, 12 10th Street, steps from NEMA. They offer a wide variety of hot and iced drinks as well as savory and sweet food options. Try the ‘Muricano with Maple Cream-Top. The ‘Muricano is a super shorten form of Americano, which is also shorten from Caffè ‘Muricano.
The Market Cafe, 1355 Market Street, steps from NEMA. Start your day off right with some good brew and a bite to eat just steps from your door. Red Bay Coffee is now located at The Market, bringing beautiful coffee to the people.
Starbucks (Fox Plaza), 1390 Market Street, steps from NEMA. Exceptional coffees from around the world. Sourced for the season, roasted, and crafted with care.
Peet’s Coffee, 1400 Mission Street, 0.1 miles from NEMA. Their most popular coffees, from dark to light, intense to bright, are always roasted fresh to order. Order ahead with your Peet’s app and have your favorite beverage, beans, or breakfast waiting on arrival.
Cumaica, 1398 Mission Street, 0.1 miles from NEMA. From light roasted Indonesian delights to dark roasted Peruvian excellence... their local roasting practices in junction with inherited coffee knowledge allows to serve a robust and flavorful cup of coffee or espresso.
Assembly Café and Beer Garden, 52 Grove Street in Civic Center Plaza, 0.2 miles from NEMA. Breakfast offerings include the usual suspects like a Breakfast Civic Roll, burrito, parfait, assorted pastries, bagel and smashed avocado toast. Try a Mexican Mocha or espresso.
Coffee Cultures, 1301 Mission Street, 0.2 miles from NEMA. Coffee Cultures SoMa was opened in 2016 and is located in the Panoramic Building on the corner of 9th and Mission. Try their pour-over or Affogato - coffee cultures perennial espresso poured over Strauss soft serve.
David Rio Chai Bar, 1019 Market Street, 0.5 miles from NEMA. Explore the world of tea and spices that create a memorable sip each time. This neighborhood spot offers signature Chai Teas, a unique menu of drinks and food, as well as online ordering and catering.
La Cuisine Café, 1145 Market Street, 0.5 miles from NEMA. Amazing breakfast and bagels to pair with your Iced Latte or Verve Americano. Try the English Breakfast Sandwich.
Arsicault Bakery, 87 McAllister, 0.5 miles from NEMA. Great spot to get your drip coffee paired with delicious daily pastries and small bites.
Blue Bottle (Mint Plaza), 66 Mint Street, 0.8 miles from NEMA. For traditionalists, there’s Mint’s house espresso, 17ft Ceiling, a blend created for the cafe and that is served only there. The darker-roasted, straightforward blend, modeled on the traditional Italian espresso, was inspired by Mint’s classic architecture.
Mo’z Cafe, 36 5th Street, 0.8 miles from NEMA. Not just a great latte, cappuccino, macchiato or mocha, but this spot is eatery renowned for its early-morning breakfast fare that also serves lunch. Skip the line, order ahead.
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