Juniper

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πŸ₯ Juniper – San Francisco, CA

πŸ“ Address: 1401 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
πŸ™ Neighborhood: Polk Gulch / Lower Nob Hill – Tucked onto lively Polk Street, blending upscale cafΓ© charm with true local flavor.
πŸ“ž Phone: (415) 872-9403
🌎 Website: junipersf.com
⭐ Google Reviews: 4.8 / 5 (80+ Reviews) – Read Reviews
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πŸ•’ Hours of Operation:
Wednesday – Monday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
(Closed Tuesdays)

πŸ”Ή What Makes It Special?

βœ… Award-winning bakery and patisserie β€” pastries crafted with precision and care.
βœ… Proudly serving Saint Frank Coffee beans β€” yes, it's a spin-off from the legendary SF roaster.
βœ… Gorgeous space that feels high-end without being stuffy β€” clean, airy, and welcoming.
βœ… Hidden gem status β€” still relatively undiscovered compared to SF’s bigger-name brunch spots.
βœ… Expanding into a light brunch menu featuring tartines, breakfast bowls, and curated pastries.

🌟 Why Visit?

If you know, you know: Juniper is where real SF foodies are quietly slipping off to for next-level pastries and exceptional coffee.
Tied to the famed Saint Frank Coffee lineage, Juniper keeps things focused: elegant baked goods, great coffee, and a calm, beautiful space to enjoy them.
It’s part patisserie, part cafΓ© β€” perfect for quiet mornings, low-key brunch dates, or treating yourself midweek.

β˜• Menu Highlights:

  • Single-Origin Coffee and Espressos (Saint Frank Roasters)
  • Almond Croissants (award-winning)
  • Seasonal Fruit Danish and Tarts
  • Croissant Sandwiches and Tartines
  • Avocado Toast and Light Brunch Plates

πŸ₯ Baked Goods:

  • Housemade Croissants (classic + almond)
  • Pain au Chocolat
  • Lemon Pistachio Cakes
  • Rotating Seasonal Pastries (fig tarts, berry danishes, more)
  • Vegan and Gluten-Free Baked Options (rotating)

πŸ—£ Top Review:

"Possibly the best almond croissant in SF. Plus, they serve Saint Frank coffee! Small, beautiful space and the pastries are next-level." – See All Reviews

🎨 Vibe:

  • Elegant, Bright, Minimalist, Hidden Gem Energy

πŸ₯— Dietary Options:

  • Vegan Baked Goods Available
  • Oat, Almond, and Whole Milk Options for Drinks

πŸ’» Good for Remote Work?:

  • ❌ No β€” intended more for relaxed dining, no visible laptop crowd.

🀝 Meetups & Business Meetings?:

  • Yes β€” perfect for casual morning meetups, brunch dates, or quick coffee catch-ups.

🐢 Pet-Friendly?:

  • Outdoor tables available β€” friendly for pups!

πŸ‘Ά Kid-Friendly?:

  • Yes β€” relaxed environment and roomy enough for strollers.

πŸš— Parking:

  • Street Parking (metered) β€” recommend rideshare or walking from nearby areas when possible.

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