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Juniper

Cafe in Chinatown

Cafe4.7 (604 reviews)

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Known for:croissant

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Juniper is a Cafe in Polk Gulch, Chinatown, United States. Known for croissant. Rated 4.7★ by 604 diners.

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Jerms Estrada★★★★★

Juniper is a highly acclaimed, modern café and bakery located at 1401 Polk Street (at the corner of Polk and Pine) in the Nob Hill/Tendernob neighborhood of San Francisco. Opened in early 2023, it is the sister concept to the renowned Saint Frank Coffee (located just a few blocks north on Polk). Juniper was founded with the explicit goal of bringing fine-dining pastry execution into an approachable, everyday neighborhood café setting. The name and kitchen philosophy are inspired by Brother Juniper—a companion of St. Francis of Assisi known for his open, joyful hospitality. The interior featur

Aishwarya R★★★★★

Tried Juniper and wow… easily one of the best bakeries in SF. The croissants are insanely flaky and buttery. Tried the pain au chocolat, banana chocolate croissant, and the raspberry almond and all of them were so good. Each one had a really nice balance of flavors without being overly sweet. The vibe is cute and cozy, and it does get busy but definitely worth it. 10/10 recommend!

Dharma M★★★★★

This delightful coffee and pastry shop offers a charming experience under one roof. I particularly appreciate that the pastries are made fresh in-store. Although it was quite busy when we arrived, with a line forming, it moved swiftly. The selection of pastries is extensive, featuring unique options like kimchi croissants. Seating is limited, so keep that in mind. Parking could be a challenge too. If you're just in the mood for coffee, you can bypass the pastry line and head straight to the coffee section. Simply let them know you're only ordering coffee. We tried the latte, cortado, and matc

Stephanie Ramirez★★★★★

Ran into this sweet hidden gem on my way to running a few errands. The pastries are delicate, unique, and full of flavor. You can really taste the love that is transpired through the art of baking. The coffee roast is phenomenal. The vides are immaculate, staff is fast paced, sweet, and welcoming.

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