Crema's Take
“Flywheel pulls off what a lot of San Francisco coffee shops struggle with: genuinely well-executed espresso drinks with baristas who actually care about the craft, served in a charming, naturally lit space that works for both solo work and dates. The consistency wobbles a bit—some visits are flawless while others feel rushed or off, and you might catch staff on an off day—but when they're dialed in, the latte art and flavor justify the trip. Go if you're after quality specialty coffee in a pleasant room, but don't expect it to blow your mind every single time.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →The coffee here is fantastic! The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended!
I have been buying coffee at flywheel for about a year. Coffee was great, service was great until today. This morning the barista guy had an attitude because I put my packaged food at the corner of the counter, where he could barely reach. Asked me to move it without any…
I finally got a proper barista-grade coffee here — professionally made and definitely good quality. The place was extremely busy when I arrived, so I’m not sure if it was just the timing (maybe the office crowd on break) or if it’s always like that. I had to wait quite a while…
Lovely space with good vegan options. The sunlight pouring in, the smooth jazz music, and the charming old building made for a romantic coffee date experience. I enjoyed a delicious oat milk latte and vegan (!) hibiscus donut. Nice staff and the prices were expected for the…
I was looking for a yummy and cozy latte and they did not disappoint! I got a decaf vanilla latte and it was delicious. I'm also a sucker for great latte art and this was excellent 👌🏽! Love that it's easy to get to (from my hotel) and the service was quick around 7:15 am.…
Crema Reviews
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