About
Tu Kim Coffee Shop is a great little spot in San Francisco's Tenderloin, known for its incredibly good Vietnamese coffee, touted as the best in the city. With a focus on quick service and affordability, it's perfect for a solo dining experience, whether you're grabbing breakfast or lunch. The simple menu offers delicious sandwiches and tea along with delightful soups and porridge that pack a spicy, citrusy punch. The casual atmosphere is inviting, and the genuinely soft-hearted, straightforward woman-owner adds a personal touch to your visit. For those on the go, easy takeaway options make it a convenient choice for a satisfying meal priced between $10 and $20.
Price
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Services
Takeaway
Offering
Serving coffee
Payment
Cash payment, Payment in cash only
Atmosphere
Casual
- $$$$ 10 - 20 $
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Serving coffee
- Cash payment
- Payment in cash only
- Casual
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Quick service
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review- Food: 4
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 4
Great little place. Very nice people. Simple and easy menu.
I havent found a better vietnamese coffee in the city yet
- Food: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
We eat this delicious soup every time we go to the laundromat. It is now my toddler's favorite soup.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Tu Kim Coffee Shop?Tu Kim Coffee Shop is located at 609 Ellis St, 94109, San Francisco, Tenderloin, USA.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Larkin St & Eddy St (146 m walk)
- Bus stop Larkin St & O'Farrell St (154 m walk)
- Bus stop O'Farrell St & Larkin St (139 m walk)
- Bus stop Eddy St & Hyde St (109 m walk)
- How is Tu Kim Coffee Shop rated by visitors?Tu Kim Coffee Shop has an average rating of 3.9 based on 37 reviews across platforms such as Google.
- What is the average price for a meal at Tu Kim Coffee Shop?The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 $ (it is cheap - $).
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