Third Wheel Coffee

Third Wheel Coffee

991 Oak St, San Francisco, CA

★★★★★4.9(209 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Hidden away but absolutely worth seeking out, Third Wheel has earned its stellar reputation with an espresso program that rivals the best in the city and creative seasonal drinks like their captivating vanilla pine latte that inspire genuine excitement. The baristas here move with genuine warmth and precision, crafting smooth, perfectly-tempered cups while keeping the line moving for those grabbing a quick caffeine fix before their day. Whether you're ordering a beautifully executed espresso, exploring their inventive drink menu, or pairing your coffee with a sandwich from the shared kitchen space, you'll find the kind of attentive care that makes this neighborhood gem feel like a secret worth keeping.

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks, matcha and tea options too. Quick-grab spot. Light food on the menu.

Quick grabLight foodMatcha & teaCraft espressoTraditional drinksSignature drinksSpecialty drinks

Google Reviews

Ronie Vega
★★★★★2 months ago

I love pine. Pine trees, pine needles, pine cones. So as a pine lover, I was very curious to try Third Wheel's vanilla pine latte. It's safe to say that pine is also delicious. It pains me that I do not live in this city, because if I did, Third Wheel Coffee would be my first…

Ana G
★★★★★4 months ago

New favorite coffee spot! The vanilla pine latte was divine, excited to try more seasonal drinks. Also, the baristas are super kind :-)

Koen Thiessen
★★★★★5 months ago

For our honeymoon, my wife and I road tripped down to California. On the way, we stopped at many coffee shops, in search of the perfect espresso. And here, at third wheel coffee, we found exactly that. I ordered a flat white, and thoroughly enjoyed it. My wife's vanilla latte…

John de Souza
★★★★★6 months ago

Wonderful coffee. Hidden but definitely worth the find. Warm and quick service. Coffee was the right temperature, smooth consistency, and beautiful flavor.

Shanelle S
★★★★★9 months ago

Coffee bar that shares the same space as a sandwich shop. Stopped by here for brunch with my boyfriend and it was a delicious spot. They had matcha and coffee options (in addition to affogato). Both our lattes were incredibly smooth and tasty. We grabbed a chocolate mochi muffin…

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