[from July 2006] Spotted in my Entertainment (2-for-1) book, I decided to give this cafe a try and I'm glad I did. The people behind the counter were helpful and friendly, and the menu is pleasantly diverse (soups, sandwiches, desserts, and lots of coffees and teas). Comfy chairs and free wi-fi made it even better. My Cafe Milan (mocha with orange syrup) was quite tasty and not too sweet. My sandwich (pastrami) was okay, but nothing to write home about. I asked for a panini, expecting a grilled 'n' crispy delight, but it was basically just a regular sandwich. So I'd suggest coming here and lingering over some cups of fine coffee and tea, perhaps sampling a dessert, but I don't think the sandwiches are worth the price.

A semi-fancy coffee shop, with exquisite decor. It is a good place to work, and you will see many other patrons working. No surprise, with the free wifi and many outlets. The only thing to complain about would be the cold. Speaking of patrons, they betray the coffee shop's Noe Valley location. The coffee shop seems to have good breakfast and brunch options, and a colorful palette of pastries. However, the lunch options were more limited. Also, prices were toward the posh side. I had mixed feelings about the staff. Some of them were very courteous, others rather aloof. Everything considered, I will probably nonetheless come here again one morning.

I absolutely adore this place! There is nothing better than to come in here for a cup of tea and a bagel/croissant very in the morning or during a rainy day. Or any other day and time for that matter! It is so atmospheric! Very neat and tidy. Staff is super friendly. And food is absolutely delicious! People giving bad reviews to this place need to have a reality check! I have ordered with them many times custom made bagels and I absolutely LOVE their croissants, and it was to the highest standards! I hope they're doing ok and still open during and after covid! If you can, do support this place- they deserve it! XO! :)

We went to cafe xo wanting to try a new place in the neighborhood. The experience was very disappointing. We ordered bagel with lox and a Belgian waffle and lemon cake. For the prices the bagel and waffle were just not upto the mark. They were eatable but when you pay 10$ for a bagel you expect it to be a certain standard. Same with the waffle. Cafes around this place have way better food for the same price. The servers were not polite and didn’t care to explain details on the bagel when I asked.

Lovely inside, great atmosphere. Their coffee is so delicious! Had their cafe mocha frappe, which is the best coffee I've had in a long time. And their food items look very tempting.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10
Vegetarian options
Vegetarian food and drinks (non-dairy milks available)
Dietary restrictions
Offered non-dairy options for their coffees

Located at Church and 30th st. Excellent food and cappuccino. The quiche breakfast is excellent. Atmosphere is great . The owners are friendly. Everything good about XO. Absolutely recommended and ☆☆☆☆☆ an authentic 5 stars.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Quiche Salad, Bakery

Cafe XO is a comfortable cafe for people watching, dessert and coffee. The satin cake is my go to dessert, but I have tried many other menu items that are just as delicious. Personally, I enjoy the ambiance and this location of Noe Valley. Particularly helpful is the SFMTA Muni J line and 24 bus which pass directly in front.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$10–20

Sad to say it, but the cafe is in real decline. I've been patronizing them for 9 years and their quality and pricing has never been worse. I ordered a toasted bagel with cream cheese, tomato, and egg, and it came out to NINE dollars. The tomato was mealy, grey, and fibrous. The cheese was flavorless, and the egg unseasoned. The coffee was worse. Again, nine dollars. Pretty outrageous. Avoid.

I gift a simple breakfast sandwich but somehow they made it absolutely delicious with such basic ingredients I was compelled to review them. Coffee was also very yummy and most importantly the staff were so lovely to interact with. Cozy vibes included. Thanks for being open and welcoming on Christmas Day!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

This is one of the cutest coffee spots in the city! The molasses cookie and crumb cake were excellent. I highly recommend either or both. The coffee was also hot, strong, and delish! I love the inside of this place and their location. You have to go.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Coffee shop in Noe Valley, with so-so coffee. I have been to this place on several occasions and I think it has good smoothies, great pastries and good sandwiches. It is a little expensive compared to other places in the area and I don't usually leave this place with a WOW factor, but I do go back on occasion as it is near the muni stop on the J line.

Horrid bagels. They're extremely flat and tasteless and barely had any butter or cream cheese on them (picture of cream cheese bagel taken after I attempted to spread the minimal amount of cream cheese placed in one spot around a little). Gross. Won't ever go back, which is disappointing because it's right across the street from my apartment.

Great service. Great ambiance. Plenty of tables to sit and perhaps do some work on the computer. It was my first time going today, and got a delicious mocha. I can’t believe it took me 4 years to finally check this place out, as it’s almost in my backyard. I will definitely be back! Love the Christmas decorations, too.

Cafe XO is everything you could ever want in a neighborhood cafe. Friendly employees who know the regulars' names, relaxing music, fresh flowers and a plethora of homemade baked goods. I absolutely love this place and recommend stopping by anytime you're in Noe Valley!

Really nice coffe place, it's a hidden gem in Noe Valley. They offer free wifi, there are a few chairs outside and is right next to the Bus stop. Staff is very friendly and speak Spanish. Service is fast and food is good. You can even order online or call ahead.

First time visiting this cafe. Very clean! Large assortment of items on the menu. All the pastries in the display case looked fresh and delicious. I tried a slice of pecan pie! Definitely, will be back again as it was a pleasant surprise in the neighborhood.

I have been going to XO for years . . . whenever I visit wonderful San Francisco. Beatriz and the other staff are totally wonderful. They are friendly, helpful, and professional. A trip to SF is never complete without a visit to this perfect establishment!

Great cafe! Good amount of seating and outlets (so, a nice place to work or to meet people), lovely decor, delicious food and coffee, and such friendly staff (they know regulars by name and they are pleasant and accommodating)

Lovely cafe and amazing sandwiches! Cozy environment to sit down for lunch, or work on your laptop.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Features
Dine in: Yes
Takeout: Yes

Popped in for a quick coffee and cake, both of which were tasty. Small little coffee shop but convenient, clean and comfy with free wifi.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$10–20

Great corner place - gotta go!! Coffee done just right. Good selection of baked goodies. Salad was good and portion matches quality. My dog gets groomed down the street. Will be my reg joint when in the area.

Beautiful cafe and great food and drinks, they are very kind and I personally recommend to anyone, on a cold or hot day. 10/10
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$10–20

I used to go here on a daily basis when I lived in the city. GREAT coffee, AMAZING pastries, WONDERFUL atmosphere.... Definitely one of the very few things that I miss about San Fran....... …

Finally a neighborhood coffee shop that HAS WHAT I AM LOOKING FOR: *GOOD cookies, pastries, and cakes * A "proper" coffee espresso done CORRECTLY. *Indoor and outdoor seating *Parking fairly easy

I grew up a half a block away! Try the chicken salad sandwich! So good, and the portions are plentiful too.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20

Over-priced smoothies however the croissants are why I come back to this place. The coffee is good and there's ample seating but it's nothing extraordinary.

NIce hang out in upper Noe Valley. Food good, but a bit pricely, but great location and outdoor seating. Wish it stayed open in the evening.

Awesome safe place. So family orineted children friendly an pets as well the Tea wraps are awesome drinks great shakes outta this world

Cute corner coffee shop with a good breakfast sandwich
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$10–20
Recommended dishes

Very tasty breakfasts- waffle especially. Relaxing atmosphere, making it a nice place to chill out on a Sunday for brunch

Coffee is bad. Espresso drinks are ok. Baked goods alright... Martha's down the street on church is better all around.

The turkey sandwich and chocolate almond croissants are incredible. Coffee is great also. Try this place if you can

A lovely coffee shop and chill neighborhood cafe. Some evenings they open for dinner and serve ethnic Asian food.

Corner cafe serving good Cappuccino and a variety of food.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Fast free wifi in a nice atmosphere. The coffee is way better than Martha Brothers and the pastries are fresh.

The chicken pesto sandwich is to die for plus a side salad that was super refreshing. 10/10 recommend …

Overpriced. Cookies were from costco I think. My mocha had no flavor. Quiche tasted like a foot.

Amazing pastries .great friendly people ! Americanos are to die for as well the acai breakfast !

Comfortable coffee shop with lots of tasty treats. My pot of tea is generous, just what I like.

Comfy little coffee house with fabulous baked goods -- many of them house made (not jobbed in).

Nice nieghborhood cafe. Friendly staff and some great goodies to to with their fresh coffee.

New cafe for me. Nice ambience and reasonable prices for the city. Variety of menu choices.

Great atmosphere to read a book or chat with friends. Looks like a cozy neighborhood café.

A great place for breakfast and I highly recommend their toasted jalapeno bagels!

Great food, and friendly service. Ordered a waffle with fruits, just great

Family friendly customer service with great treats to go with the lattes.

Great neighborhood coffee shop with hot breakfast and homemade desserts

Decent sandwiches and wonderful pastry. The coffee used to be better.

Free wifi, chilled atmosphere and good place for a weekend breakfast

Very popular with locals. Small, clean, upscale. Very nice inside.

Excelente servicio por parte del personal y ambiente agradable..

Nice little cafe on church st, decent coffee and baked goods.

Love XO...friendly, stable staff...yummy pastries/sandwiches!

Huge, well made fresh salads, quiche, and pastry. Recommend.

Great coffee beans to go and really yummy breakfast items.

Serve pretty good waffles. Great place to work as well!

Great selection of goodies and coffee. Seating outside.

Good food and very generous portions. Outlets and wifi.

Great ambiance, wide selection, beautiful neighborhood

Run of the mill coffee shop. Average in every respect.

The chocolate almond croissants are unbelievably good

Super friendly staff, and great pastries and coffee

Delicious, wholesome oatmeal and espresso beverages

Nice place to eat breakfast with Friends and Family

Great place for coffee and freshly squeezed juice.

Great neighborhood coffee shop. Loved the quiche

Great food and ambiance plus very well located!

Cafe XO has some of the best chai latte around.

Small little coffee shop. Hard to find parking.

Nice and cozy environment. Nice location too!

Nice place with great food and good service.

Their croissants and mocha are my favorite.

Fantastic chai lattes. Coffee was good.

Very friendly. Great food and coffee

Delicious chocolate-almond croissant

Great coffe and a variety of snacks

Great food options, great coffee.

Great service! Excellent pateies

Great prices, friendly staff. =)

Wow. Best breakfast and pastry.

Muy rico café y sandwich …

The best place, I suggest it !

Best iced coffee I've had. A+

Friendly staff, good people..

Great food and lovely staff!

Great quiche, fresh coffee!

Buen cafe y buena atencion

Muy buena cafetería

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