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Paula's Cafe

Paula's Cafe

Eat Local in San Francisco

4.4 253 Google reviews$10–20

488 Haight St, San Francisco, California 94117 · Lower Haight

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488 Haight St, San Francisco, California 94117

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About

Discover Authentic Latin American Cuisine at Paula's Café Your Favorite Local Restaurant for Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch! Craving real Latin American flavors? Paula's Café is the restaurant brunch lovers and breakfast fans can't stop talking about! Enjoy fresh ceviche, grilled salmon, savory tacos, lomo saltado, grilled shrimp, huevos rancheros, and so much more — all made with authentic, homestyle flavor. Pair your breakfast or lunch with a refreshing mimosa or a cup of our organic coffee, brewed fresh daily. Our breakfast menu is served until 3pm, so there's plenty of time to enjoy a leisurely brunch with family and friends. Sit back and relax with our cozy outdoor seating, perfect for sunny mornings and laid-back lunches.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
8 AM to 3:30 PM
Wednesday
8 AM to 3:30 PM
Thursday
8 AM to 4 PM
Friday
8 AM to 4 PM
Saturday
8 AM to 8:30 PM
Sunday
8 AM to 4 PM

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