Buoy
22 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA
Crema's Take
“Buoy is a shape-shifting San Francisco gem that morphs from a leisurely daytime café and bakery into an intimate dinner destination as the sun sets, creating a uniquely versatile space perfect for everything from solo coffee sessions to date nights. The kitchen earns serious praise for thoughtfully executed dishes and excellent pastries, while the warm, welcoming atmosphere draws regulars back for both the food and the convivial vibe. Fair warning: service can be inconsistent, so manage your expectations if you're timing-sensitive, but when everything clicks, it's a spectacular spot.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Open late.
Google Reviews
Food is great. Atmosphere definitely very welcoming for date night or girls night out. BUT, service is very bad. 1. When we walked in, nobody was at the host stand for at least 5-10 min. By the time he checked in my name, our table is not ready. 2. First time visiting,but no…
Amazing service, food, and atmosphere. My girlfriend and I had buratta salad, soondubu soup, and galbijjim. All were great but the galbijjim was exceptionally to my taste! It was buttery, soft, but firm enough to cut through like steak. The marinate was beautifully seasoned and…
This is place is absolutely spectacular! I had made a reservation at 8:30 pm and asked to be notified if there were any cancelations. I was able to move my dinner to 5 pm. I notified them of my allergies, and they were able to accommodate them. Food was spectacular and would…
Wow! What a find! The food was excellent, the atmosphere really fun and the service highly attentive. We got the beef tartar which was fresh, flavorful and creative with the nori chips. The kimchee was really creative, an excellent mix of freshness, fermentation and spice. We…
There is something going on at the Buoy that is very difficult to explain in conventional terms. First, it feels like a cafe and bakery during the day, perhaps even a brunch spot. Then, at night, it somewhat turns into a cocktail bar and lounge. The dinner menu is focused,…
Crema Reviews
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