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Simple Pleasures Cafe

Simple Pleasures Cafe

Local Coffee in San Francisco

4.6 599 Google reviews$1–10

+1 415 387 40 223434 Balboa St, San Francisco, California 94121 · Richmond District

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Where to find them

3434 Balboa St, San Francisco, California 94121

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About

The original bohemian coffee house Oldest Coffee house in the Richmond district in San Francisco. Family owned and operated since 1978.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

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

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

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

Hours

Monday
6 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday
6 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday
6 AM to 9 PM
Thursday
6 AM to 9 PM
Friday
6 AM to 9 PM
Saturday
6 AM to 9 PM
Sunday
6 AM to 9 PM

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