Caffe Trieste

“Vibes , coffee and the baked goods are soooo yummy!”

Jack Armstrong Local Guide★★★★★

Stepping into Caffe Trieste feels like stepping back in time. This historic café has an authentic neighborhood feel, with walls covered in decades of photos and memorabilia that celebrate its rich history. It’s especially fun to see the connection to Francis Ford Coppola and the writing of The Godfather, adding another layer to an already iconic San Francisco stop. Service was fast, friendly, and efficient, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the experience. Our coffees were excellent—smooth, rich, and exactly what you’d hope for from a café that’s been serving espresso since 1956. Whether

Chris Cholette★★★

I don’t know what happened, but I get a halfway decent cappuccino about half the time when I’m here. This latest one is Starbucks worthy. Teach people how to properly make coffee, please. Big bubbles bad.

Pabsies★★★★★

Okay, so this place is legit. The service was...not the kindest or nicest. Which sounds like it would be a bad thing. Right? No. It's refreshing to see that it's an establishment that's not coddling your feelings. It's just straight to the point. That's how I knew it'd be good. Just like when you go to a Chinese restaurant and a solid, authentic place tends to also be direct. The coffee was delicious. Like wow. How did they balance my iced vanilla late to taste like coffee and not overly sweet or milky? It was so well balanced. I give it 5/5 beans.

ivy LIN★★★★

Found this Italian coffee shop in SF's North Beach that's been here since 1956. Not sure if now is still owned and run by Italian. The coffee is mediocre tbh. But I like the atmosphere there. Walked in and saw elderly locals gathered around the same tables. Lovely. The orange pendant lights, the vintage menu on the wall, the worn but beautiful.