San Francisco’s trendiest new cafés are offering much more than a caffeine fix. These four newcomers are turning coffee runs into all-day experiences.
Why it matters: As people seek more community-focused third spaces, a new crop of cafés is pairing high-quality drinks with experiences that encourage people to stay awhile.
Kissaten HiFi (Richmond)
Inspired by Japan’s listening cafés, this Japanese-Filipino coffee shop serves specialty drinks in a space designed as much for listening as sipping, given its high-fidelity sound system and carefully curated vinyl collection.
The vibe: Relaxed, cozy neighborhood feel. Great for catching up with a friend or settling in with a book…