Telescope Coffee
345 6th St, San Francisco, CA
Crema's Take
“Telescope Coffee is a meticulous espresso bar where the baristas treat every drink like a craft worth perfecting, evident in their thoughtfully executed seasonal creations like the subtly balanced honeycomb latte that keeps people coming back. The neighborhood gem pairs exceptional coffee with house-made pastries—particularly their coveted focaccia—and fosters a genuinely warm atmosphere where both the drinks and the humans feel like they're made with real care. It's the kind of place that rewards showing up early and visiting often, especially if you want to catch their rotating specials before they're gone.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. Slow-sit spot. Pastries and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Coffee, pastries, and humans are just delightful. Also the attention to detail and care the baristas put into every drink is obvious (I mean, a honeycomb latte? Most cafes would never bother with a crumble topping for your coffee). Feels like a very human, inviting, place and…
Came across telescope coffee while walking around the neighborhood. I ordered the honey comb latte & it was great. I usually enjoy coffee with honey, this was subtly sweet. The focaccia bread seems to run out fast, will come back for that & more coffee. A chill place to slow…
I was doing a property inspection in San Francisco and decided to drop into a coffee shop once I was finished. I was initially drawn here because of the good reviews and I certainly see why. The coffee is fantastic and I ordered an amazing ginger cookie while my daughter…
Stopped by for an afternoon coffee. Place was nice and staff was super friendly and helpful. Tried the honeycomb latte, and I thought it was really good! I really don’t like sweet drinks and this wasn’t too sweet - it’s a latte with house honeycomb toffee sprinkled on top which…
The seasonal drinks make me want to come to this quint little cafe regularly, but also to finally try their elusive vegan focaccia. It was sold out both times I came so I guess I need to be earlier! Polite staff and fast service with a chill vibe complete the experience of…
Crema Reviews
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