Linea Caffe — Restaurant in San Francisco

Even though they’re known for their espresso, I ordered the coffee. My cup of Ethiopian guji coffee was watery and the borders of my tongue picked up a touch of tang that made it curl. My friend made a similar remark about her ice coffee. However, the beans are supposed to be lemony and fruity, but I’m not a fan. The hot chocolate is supposed to be a drinking chocolate but it was grainy and gritty like sand. It was pretty terrible and undrinkable.

The buckwheat waffle came with crème fraiche, cucumber, and salmon roe. The waffle was crisp on the outside and soft and airy inside. The roe was sweet and briny and it blew me away because it was damn tasty for a savory waffle.

The Belgium waffle simply came with Maple syrup. When I went to pick it up I wondered if the chef had forgotten the butter or whip cream so I stood there stupidly waiting until the chef kindly let me know that I could take my dish. Like the buckwheat waffle, it was crispy outside, but just airy inside which produced a crunch like bite. It soaked up the Maple syrup wonderfully and I realized that it was good enough that you really didn’t need that extra fluff. It’s not what I image a Belgium waffle to be like but I’m impressed with their version and would gladly order it again.

They’re suppose to change their coffee frequently so I’m willing to try another cup but you should definitely come here for their...

I didn't quite stumble upon this cafe but rather I met the owner Andrew at a coffee-tasting event who gave me a couple of complimentary cards to try their coffee. What a generous, lovely gift for an espresso lover like me! My boyfriend and I have no problem whatsoever for the lack of seating here, because we have been to Rome and Tokyo where standing-only espresso drinking is the norm. I love it! This is now my go-to place for an afternoon pick-me-up. The capuccinis were in ceramic cups (request it if you can for a better espresso tasting experience. Trust me.) instead of the paper cups and the foam and balance of the espresso and milk was just right. I noticed there was some waffle traffic going on, but we just ate lunch and was only looking for some tasty energy shot. I intend to buy some roasted beans here since they source and roast award winning coffees from the world's top farmers as I learned from the tasting...

Had been meaning to visit for a long long time (it's hard when you don't live in town), and Linea was marvelous! Surprisingly snug, not much sitting space, but beautiful cafe experience. Amazing ceramics by Heath, extraordinary La Marzocco machine (a new KB90, as it happens), other quiet details that are impressive and subdued at the same time. You can take a seat outside and enjoy a pleasant corner of the Mission. You can chat with your barista too, who is sure to get just what you're looking for and offer clear expertise. Makes the delicious coffee (espresso refreshingly reminiscent of Italian style, deep and rich without the harsh burn and bitterness) that much sweeter. Also, thanks to...