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Pinhole Coffee
231 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110, United States
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Ni
Review №1

I finished my pour over several hours ago but Im still thinking about it. I had a fantastic cup of coffee this morning at Pinhole. So good that in going to come back to try to buy those coffee beans for my at-home brewing. I really enjoyed the coffee I ordered.Also a cool little shop. They have a parklet outside that you can enjoy your drink (currently not allowing people to consume inside).

Pa
Review №2

Amazing coffee, quirky interior and super COVID-friendly staff!

Review №3

Popular neighborhood coffee house in Bernal Heights that often draws a line in the morning. Small shop but there is a lovely parklet in front of the shop!I always have a flat white so it tastes more intense than a regular latte and I loved it. Also right off the bat, their coffee isn’t burning hot like many (or most) SF coffee shops. They carry pastries from a few local bakeries including Kahnfections.Bonus point: The cafe is partly a shop with some creative, funky stuff. Check out artworks on the wall as well as the mural on the outside.This is a business that is very invested in the local community with a very friendly crew working there.

Na
Review №4

I’ve lived in SF for over a decade and have been to pretty much every coffee shop you could name and this is by far one of the best. So many of the even reputable coffee shops in the city you never know what you’re gonna get in terms of quality, but I have never had a bad latte here.

Ji
Review №5

Good coffee, mochi donuts and ginger scone. Chai was a bit watery.

Wi
Review №6

Phenomenal multi-roaster shop in all measures. Neighborhood charm with a modern but cozy and interesting aesthetic (ie, feels good to hang out - the local neighbors are!), great selection of top local coffee, and maybe most importantly staffers who are nice and have the skill and knowledge to prepare their product. They get the most of the beans, which I appreciate hugely!

Jo
Review №7

Oat milk wasnt great, customer service was alright, but they didnt allow time to look at their specialty items due to trying to get people in& out. Almost bought a bag o beans. 🤷🏻‍♂️Edit:To the Pinhole Coffee owner: I did not perceive anything in any other way than what it was. Thank you for patronizing my experience, will not be coming back. For the future, and for the sake of other customers, maybe have your crew ask if customers would like to have a look around before shooing them out. Consider changing your oat-milk, too. Best wishes.

An
Review №8

Hey, pinhole guys, you start people’s day. Please, be nice to people.

Da
Review №9

It was an ok come thru...ended up at a joint down the street. Lines were to long /UPDATE FROM RESPONSE: yea no worries, the other place was awesome. Well just go there next time also. 👍

Ch
Review №10

Lovely artsy coffee shop where you can hang out or have your own corner. It’s always a good day at Pinhole Coffee!

Ja
Review №11

Great espresso and pour overs

Al
Review №12

Delicious coffee and staff who knows how to use almond milk. Super cute and cozy atmosphere, love the live-wood coffee tables.Delicious mushroom & cheese croissants.

Ma
Review №13

Super cute, friendly coffee shop. Great tasting coffee, I dont even need to sweeten my latte.Women owned business and super covid conscious and safe.

ad
Review №14

Cozy little coffee shop in Bernal Heights. Perfect place hangout with friends.The coffee is amazing and the baked goods are yumm. Be prepared for some line early morning.

Em
Review №15

This coffee shop is one of my favorites. The staff there are amazingly kind and hospitable. It has a very calming view and great design which is great for the eyes. Its always a great time to be here. The coffee, foods, and other drinks here are very good and fairly priced. Best experience ever! Highly recommended!

Pe
Review №16

1st visit, best coffee in recent memory. Ethiopian Gelgelu pour over. Sweet citrusy aroma, taste matched (rare for me with coffee, wine..). Matcha scone was amazing, not too sweet. Love the fitout & atmosphere - lacquered raw wood seats, bench. 🌈 Polaroid inspired colors. Friendly staff. No WiFi.

Ch
Review №17

Great latte and bottomless coffee (for here) if your looking for a sit and work/read place. Had a hard time finding an outlet where I was working, but forced me to read instead 😀

Ry
Review №18

Delicious pastries....awesome coffee...and the best staff! Combined with a community, chill space. Definitely a great find in Bernal Heights!

Hs
Review №19

A lovely neighborhood coffee shop . Great coffee and friendly staff. No access to WiFi though. Bring your books with you !

ro
Review №20

A nice, small coffee place with friendly and smiling staff and very nice atmosphere. I ordered Matcha latte and a muchi chocolate donate which were ok. Small disadvantages, to my opinion, are lack of wifi and not enough seating places.

An
Review №21

One of the best coffee places Ive been in San Francisco. The coffee has amazing quality and it is made with love. The mix of wooden and metal decoration make it modern and inviting. Definitely a must visit!

Pe
Review №22

Excellent chai latte, teas, and pastries, all served with care by friendly staff in/on interesting locally made pottery. The cafe has an interesting inviting atmosphere thats miles away from a Starbucks. Despite the lack of wifi, Ive decide this is the best cafe in Bernal Heights.

Cr
Review №23

Fantastic espresso and drip coffee.

Ri
Review №24

Iced Black coffee = $3.80 with your own cup discount! Great smooth feel, a little fruity/bittersweet for my taste preferences but still great. And can’t beat the beautiful interior and sleepy-yet-inviting Bernal morning neighborhood vibes!

St
Review №25

No doubt that this coffee shop is well-known because its coffee and pastries are the best here. Im so lucky that I was able to try it and it was nice because everything here is really amazing and relaxing. Also, the service is exceptional, and I like to commend these guys for that. Truly amazing! Thanks, guys!

le
Review №26

This place is a very nice placeI was very much elated to have patronized themI can absolutely refer a couple of friends hereIt’s a lovely place to be

M
Review №27

Very thoughtful and cute queer woman (qwoc owned) coffee shop with delicious baked goods. Really sweet lowkey neighborhood feel with a fun energetic vibe. The drinks are great (the matcha and coffee are top tier), the owner is rly cool and very into the local small business community in bernal. And right near historic lesbian bar Wild Side West. A great shop with an important place in the bernal/sf community- you have to see it!

ni
Review №28

Nice cafe with relaxing atmosphere and friendly people. I have ordered Cortado and it taste very good, I would give them 5 star if the coffee was a bit stronger and less milky. They also have some pastries and tea options in the menu. Highly recommended and would come back

Ca
Review №29

Decent coffee for a neighborhood place. Not on the same level as local roasteries like Andytown or Sightglass (I think they stock Verve or similar here). Always polite, quick service.

Ma
Review №30

LOVE this place. Definitely the best coffee shop in the Bernal Heights area. Im usually obsessed with unique flavored lattes but Pinholes unflavored, unsweetened latte hits the spot despite that. Also super covid friendly.

Ch
Review №31

This place must be quite good because there was quite a line of people waiting outside for their fix of caffeine. I didnt have the patience to wait in line so I just went elsewhere...

Be
Review №32

We usually spend our time here with my friends because we all love coffee. It became a nice hobby for us to enjoy. We also met lots of cool people in this place and yes we like to talk about love and coffee occasionally. We ended up the day with fun! Thats why we choose this place whenever we have something to talk about and something to enjoy!

To
Review №33

Amazing coffee, wonderful people.

A
Review №34

Cozy AF. Good food, ambiance and staff.

Ky
Review №35

Pinhole really just blesses ole Bernal with fantastic coffee, fun staff and yummy pastries when you want an extra treat. Get the mochi muffin!

Ma
Review №36

Super popular neighborhood coffeeshop. Every weekend theres a line around the corner. Theyre very orderly with their queue and ordering/checkout. If the line is really long sometimes they have someone come out to take orders and pre-prep the drinks so its ready quickly. I usually get a regular latte, but an occasional matcha affogato is a great treat.

Sc
Review №37

Great local neighborhood coffee shop!

Яр
Review №38

This coffee shop makes the most delicious coffee, so I always come here when I am in this area.

DC
Review №39

The best cafe in SF! Amazing coffee, treats, and community

Em
Review №40

Best coffee on Bernal. Super friendly staff and photo themed!

Al
Review №41

Some of the best tea ive had

Ma
Review №42

Excellent coffee, friendly and skilled baristas giving great service - a micro-community in a special neighborhood.

Ju
Review №43

Extremely cute coffee place with very nice people working there.

ma
Review №44

Fun, stylish little place in Bernal - love the cute ceramic mugs. Had an amazing mochi muffin and delicious cappuccino. Great for catching up with friends or reading at the window bar.

Th
Review №45

Best coffee in Bernal, and good small breakfast options.

Ar
Review №46

Delicious stuff..friendly people.

Na
Review №47

Order a piccolo here, its small, strong, and very delicious!

Sh
Review №48

Very cute cafe. The staff was very inviting. Its good if you want to unplug especially or catch up with a friend. There is no internet or readily available plugs so if you want to work you might consider somewhere else.

Jo
Review №49

Great place full of locals. Excellent coffee. Yummy pastries.

Sa
Review №50

Excellent coffee selection, very friendly staff, and good pastries. Dry the pour over, worth the wait.

Ma
Review №51

Delicately made coffee and tea.No Wi-Fi though.

Ab
Review №52

Great popular place, closed evenings.

Ju
Review №53

Great coffee, awesome owner, yummy pastries. This is a beloved neighborhood business

Iv
Review №54

Best coffeeshop in the neighborhood.

Al
Review №55

GREAT customer service. Joseph is the best! Definitely try their Sweet cream affogato! They serve their coffee in beakers. Cute little place in Ktown. The boyfriend and I havent had one complaint about this place! Tonight we tried their Testing - mad for caffeine which is their coffee sampler! They offer $1 validation. Parking is tight. We walked here. They have free wifi. They have a lot of seating, chairs sofa and stools. Clean restroom.

Jo
Review №56

Very good. Great gluten free donuts.

Me
Review №57

Got a perfect cappuccino here. Friendly staff and laid-back, welcoming vibes.

Je
Review №58

A friendly neighborhood cafe, with great coffee and yummy pastries.

Le
Review №59

Nice place with great lattes. The only thing I don’t like there - they don’t have an oven or microwave to warm up great tasty pastries they serve.

Sa
Review №60

What a wonderful discovery! Amazing coffee, and a stellar staff. Thank you for your kindness ❤️☕

Ed
Review №61

Coffee is very good, the owner and her family? And staff were all extremely nice. This is a very home..y feeling place where the locals in the neighborhood seem to go. Ill definitely stop back by in my next trip to town.

Br
Review №62

Great coffee. Great service. Great atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Ja
Review №63

Good coffee in the Bernal Heights area that is really good for kids. Small space but good coffee. If you are lucky enough to get parking on Cortland, you win life.

Sh
Review №64

Cute place, good coffee, nice staff!

Ma
Review №65

Nice cozy place to grab a coffee with friends. There is a nice butcher shop next door too that reminds me of old local meat shops! Worth the try for sure.

Br
Review №66

My favorite coffee shop in the city; we come here every time we are in town. Great coffee and pastries, super friendly neighborhood vibe. The perfect place to start the day.

Ja
Review №67

Awesome cappuccino and really good croissants here. Staff is friendly and the place has a small-town feel for a big city, which is nice. Prices are moderate to high, but if you want good coffee in SF, you cant be cheap!

Ho
Review №68

Perfectly balanced cortado (right roast, right pull, right steamed milk), great servers and a cool location (check out the stump stools!).

Ry
Review №69

Fun vibe. Chai latte not as sweet as would expect.

Be
Review №70

True community coffee shop. Locals welcome, but others like myself are also given a spot to chill and relax.

Mo
Review №71

Latte and espresso are delicious! Thanks you!

Review №72

Great coffee and pastries. Small coffee shop with a relaxed vibe, kid friendly and really cool decoration. Go with your kids to holly park and the have a cappuccino here ;)

ze
Review №73

Blessed real space. Have fond memories of the funky coffee shop that was the earlier iteration. I approve. ❤️

Ar
Review №74

This is a wonderful neighborhood cafe. They use Verve coffee for their espresso which I love! And there staff is super sweet.

Ca
Review №75

Excellent local coffee shop. Im super picky about coffee and Im thrilled that this place is nearby. Their baristas are unpretentious and talented, and their rotating selection of roasts for pour-over is seriously on point.

Er
Review №76

Yummy espresso and some unique sweets, like mochi doughnuts.

Ey
Review №77

Several great gluten-free treats in a fun scene! Try the almond tea cake if you can

Su
Review №78

Wish there were more seating but otherwise its a lovely coffee spot. Ambience is cozy and filled with natural light. Drinks are consistently well made.

Lu
Review №79

Good coffee, out of the way and cute.

Jo
Review №80

Great place to grab a coffee and they have a delicious fruit Danish croissant.

Se
Review №81

Great coffee, awesome staff, and fun little shop. You wont be disappointed. I live about 10 min away and I make this a frequent stop when I need a good latte or drip.

Pa
Review №82

You will get sass if you ask about wifi. good thing there are 2+ other cafes nearby for working! lovely decor though

Ho
Review №83

Its a cool neighborhood coffee shop. Great ambience, nice baristas, and pretty good coffee. I also appreciate their off-the-beaten-path pastries collection. The last time I was there I had a pretty tasty ube (purple yam; its kinda like taro) custard cake.

El
Review №84

Some of the best coffee in the neighborhood and delicious mochi pastries.

Yu
Review №85

Great coffee!

Me
Review №86

Excellent oat milk hot chocolate and pastries!

Ch
Review №87

Really nice coffee and friendly staff, although there could be a more extensive range of food. The blueberry and oat muffins were both lovely and moist.

Ph
Review №88

Fun cafe with delicious coffee and pastries, located in a cute neighborhood.

Ve
Review №89

Another gem in the Bernal neighborhood. If you appreciate a good pour over coffee, you must go here. When I moved first to SF, many folks pointed me to Blue Bottle, Philz, etc but I never really enjoyed them. You gotta find these small little gems who are taking the coffee game to the next level but at the same time feel very neighborhoody. Don’t forget to ask for the punch card as their coffee is seriously addictive.

Er
Review №90

Been here a few times but their coffee, espresso and pastries were hella good and flavorful everytime. Went in today to get some coffee to take home, and even if it was quite busy everyone was nice (as always) and killin it behind the bar. Overall, this is a great place to hit up.

Ha
Review №91

A favorite evening place of mine. Nothing but great experiences here. The bill was fair.

Al
Review №92

Excellent cafe that makes excellent espresso and supports the LGBTQ community. If you want something a bit different and stronger, get the Picollo! Its basically a Gibraltar/Cortado.

Ha
Review №93

Gaack!!! Not open when they say they are. So, for example, if youre walking up the hill on a Monday morning, at like, 8:30 AM, and need a place with a cup of coffee, and a bathroom, youre out of luck. Other than that, it looked great inside... you know... through the locked door.

Su
Review №94

Always delicious, great service.

Ga
Review №95

Great neighborhood coffee shop. Good vibes.

Am
Review №96

A lovely neighbourhood cafe with very friendly people inside. Camera/pinhole themed.

An
Review №97

Lovely local gem. A nice spot to hang out to have a cup of coffee with your friends.

Kr
Review №98

Such a genuine coffee experience! We got the matcha latte (with oat milk) and a mocha (whole milk) and both were rich and creamy, perfect temperature too. The mocha wasnt super sweet and the matcha had that kind of bitter flavor at the end.The staff were all welcoming and you could tell they love their customers. Its not a very big Cafe so I could see seating getting taken up quick during busy hours. Great Cafe for littles--lots of toys and what not.

Te
Review №99

Good mocha, but pretty bad setup for working. No wifi or outlets.

Lo
Review №100

Very appetizing. The service here is outstanding.

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  • Address:231 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110, United States
  • Site:http://pinholecoffee.com/
  • Phone:+1 415-364-8257
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30AM–3:30PM
  • Tuesday:7:30AM–3:30PM
  • Wednesday:7:30AM–3:30PM
  • Thursday:7:30AM–3:30PM
  • Friday:7:30AM–3:30PM
  • Saturday:7:30AM–3:30PM
  • Sunday:7:30AM–3:30PM
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:No
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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