Black Bird Bookstore and Café

Book store · Outer Sunset

Black Bird Bookstore and Café

Book store · Outer Sunset

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4541 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122

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Black Bird Bookstore + Cafe: a cozy Outer Sunset spot with curated books, quality Rocky's Matcha, fresh pastries, and a lush backyard hideaway.  

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4541 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122 Get directions

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4541 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122 Get directions

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@eater

Give Me a 16-Ounce Cup of Coffee, You Cowards - Eater SF

"Nor at Blackbird Book Store + Cafe, which brews Four Barrel beans." - Paolo Bicchieri

https://sf.eater.com/2023/5/11/23720125/16-ounce-grande-coffee-san-francisco
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"Outer Sunset is many things: a beachy neighborhood in San Francisco, home to many excellent surf shops (looking at you, Mollusk and Woodshop), and the place to come for Black Bird. The independent bookstore, curated by local owner (and voracious reader) Kathryn Grantham, is equal parts community hangout and retailer. Black Bird is unlike so many bookstores—and we love that about it. In lieu of traditional spine-out shelving, for example, books are displayed with the covers facing forward—like artwork. Because under Grantham’s pioneering eye, there are no bad choices. Each title is selected to propel new voices forward and to commemorate the fascinating history of San Francisco. Make it a first stop in the city—and bring nothing but time. "

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Raising Cane’s to Open 3 New Restaurants in Oakland, Berkeley, and Hayward - Eater SF

"As previously reported by Hoodline, Outer Sunset’s Black Bird Bookstore is on the move — not far, just up the street — as a cannabis dispensary will take over its current home. The new location of Kathryn Gratham’s exceptionally edited store includes plans for a large outdoor space where readers will be able sit and enjoy a cup of Four Barrel Coffee, a shop employee confirmed to Eater SF." - Paolo Bicchieri

https://sf.eater.com/2022/2/24/22949257/raising-canes-san-francisco-oakland-berkeley
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How to Support Local Business in San Francisco During COVID-19 | Condé Nast Traveler

"Black Bird Bookstore in the Outer Sunset, which launched its online shop two weeks ago. Rather than make every book available for purchase, Grantham curated themed boxes, like 'Homeschool' and 'Fiction Escape.'"

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Christopher Chung

Google
High-quality cafe, windswept driftwood beach town vibe. Order from window and enjoy in garden backyard. A welcome relief for parents wanting children to develop an early relationship with bookstore. An oasis, with occasional installation art. Excellent for gift shopping.

nikitha

Google
A quaint and lovely bookstore, where stories greet you at the door and the scent of coffee lingers in the air. A cozy café welcomes you near the entrance, and just beyond, a hidden backyard invites you to linger—book in hand, time unhurried.

Sachin Hegde

Google
Great coffee, and the backyard is super well done - definitely a vibe. Friendly staff and an interesting selection of books and knickknacks.

Rich Daigle

Google
Swing and a miss. It’s very cute inside and out, the ambiance is great, the outdoor patio is awesome, the kids loft is wonderful. The coffee is undrinkable, I ordered a cappuccino and it was terrible, I tried adding simple syrup, but I had to throw it away, it’s rare that throw any coffee out, this was worse than Flying J Highway coffee, if they can get their coffee game together, this place could be 5 stars, as it is, I won’t be returning any time soon. Best of luck.

Selin D

Google
beautiful coffee shop/bookstore pistachio crumble cake was the best one I had so far, moist, full of flavor and just delicious. the shop is full of little thoughtful touches, they have a little reading nook for children at the back and their back garden is the ultimate little retreat space. one of those businesses that even if it is not too close to my home and I can’t visit as much as I’d like to, I want them to succeed 💛

ayra babar

Google
this cute & peaceful retreat, right by ocean beach in the outer sunset district, is perfect for bibliophiles. the staff are kind and approachable, but the coffee is so-so and could use some improvement.

Danny K (DSKO)

Google
Black Bird Bookstore is a nice neighborhood book store with a full espresso bar that opens at 7am. I enjoyed their espresso tonic. Their outdoor backyard garden is verdant and lush, with a variety of weathered and silvery wood benches. Their selection of books was a lot more sparse and limited than I expected. A large part of their shelves was dedicated to Palestinian and Middle Eastern authors, which I have no issue with but there was little else in the way of art and creativity on the shelves. The rest seemed to be dedicated to children’s books and locally published books, including an upstairs area for children which I didn’t go upstairs to look at. I didn’t see any books on this visit that piqued my interest.

Brandon Le

Google
A fun and unique coffee shop and bookstore. It's like a more homely and quaint version of Barnes and Noble and Starbucks. They don't have a lot of seating, but they do have two floors of lots of different book selections, as well as a very cute outdoor garden. The coffee is good for what the offer - nothing special, but nothing to be upset about. Overall, a fun spot to visit, grab coffee, and browse a wide selection of literature.
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Juan V.

Yelp
A little birdie told me about a place on the Sunset Strip of San Francisco to enjoy a great beverage and also enjoy browsing for books . This place is a hybrid cafe / bookstore. Black Bird books in Outer Sunset has a variety of different book subject titles with a diverse POV available for sale. They also sell beverages at Black Bird books. I got the Ice Matcha Peach which was not too sweet and it was so delicious. The juicy peach taste with the matcha blend makes it a great drink combination and each sip had lots of flavor and it was refreshing with the ice. There is also a garden in the back to enjoy your favorite drink and pastry. They also had a pop-up outside with the Butter Block Bakeshop offering crispy treats, mochi, and scones. Hats off to Black Bird Books for providing a great space to enjoy the Summer of Love at the Sunset Strip of San Francisco. You can catch me inside sipping on a not too sweet tasty Ice Matcha Peach there are plenty of books to read inside within my reach that are exercising our country's constitutional rights in the written form of our freedom of speech Irving street in San Francisco is covered with people waiting to get inside the bookstore and some are passing on the block walking their dogs on a leach all within a few blocks away from the Sunset Dunes at Ocean Beach
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Tiffanie C.

Yelp
This review is solely for the cafe and not the actual bookstore. I ordered a iced matcha latte and strawberry matcha latte. I was excited since they use Rocky's Premium ceremonial matcha. The matcha itself could have been better, it was too watery. But if the ratios were better, it would have been a great matcha. The strawberry matcha did taste better than the regular one, mainly as it covered the watery matcha taste. Perhaps stronger matcha flavor would have been better. I would try again if how it was made were to change. The service was nice and fast though, and the bookstore itself is very nice inside.
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Jeremy P.

Yelp
This book store is special. Rare books are hard to find but here you surely can find it. You can almost find a book to take home with you. There's such great selection of books. If you can't find your books, just ask and someone will point you to the right direction. I love this antique bookstores! The building is beautiful and the book space is uniquely arranged. Take advantage of the bookstore and browse through it. You will appreciate the book collection here! Great value! Great buy! It's super convenient too!
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Victoria C.

Yelp
The strawberry matcha peach was a refreshing twist--fruity, slightly earthy, and not too sweet. The flavors blended well without overpowering each other. The strawberry latte was creamy and smooth, with a rich strawberry flavor that wasn't artificial-tasting. Both drinks were visually pretty and perfect for a light, summery treat! A little pricey but so gooood!
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Jessica E.

Yelp
I had a chai latte and it was delicious. They also have a very lovely bookstore with a patio in the back. My only complaint is that they didn't have mystery books :( And was hoping to see more YA fiction books but I understand it's a small bookstore so they can't have a ton of variety. Would love to try the strawberry matcha latte next time.
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Michelle Z.

Yelp
Strawberry matcha was sooo good but so tiny and $8.50. The sweetness level was perfect and the matcha was pretty strong! I think the ice level could have been less though -- I drank it so fast I almost ordered another one. Wanted to buy matcha there but it was sold out. This place is adorable and the art inside is so colorful and cute! Loved browsing the bookstore and gifts. Lots of families and children here which was cute to see. Very friendly staff and drinks came out very fast. Limited seating inside and was pretty busy on a Saturday around 10. They have an outdoor area in the back too which was very pretty and serene. Would definitely come back if in the area!
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Alayna K.

Yelp
The matcha latte w strawberry puree was our favorite. At nearly $9 a cup, it was worth it. We liked the pastries (especially the savory croissant with harissa). The brownie was also tasty -- it tasted like a healthy version of a real brownie.
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Michael C.

Yelp
Awesome spot. Tons of people on a weekend morning, and lots of family cause they have a lovely kids spot in the back with a huge garden. Still relatively easy to find seating, and it's lovely to enjoy your coffee, read a book, people watch, mixture of all of the above. The cortado was very good. Creamy, well balanced espresso, just solid. Matcha was good too. Vibes are impeccable. Definitely give them a go. Actually wish we had stayed here for longer and just enjoyed the vibes.
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Sophia D.

Yelp
What a cute bookstore! I love how they sell so many San Francisco themed books + trinkets. The back patio is also super aesthetic and the perfect spot to work from. I was really excited to try the matcha latte since they use Rocky's matcha and it was just okay - not super memorable nor something I'd go out of my way for. The matcha latte was $8 + 50 cents for vanilla sweetener. A bit expensive for the size. It tasted very milky and could've used another gram or two or matcha powder. Parking is tough in this area so I'd definitely recommend rideshare/Muni!
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Ellyzha A.

Yelp
Heard from my sister about how cool this place was. Just from the exterior I knew this place would be epic. It's a book & stationary lover's galore! We had fun walking around and exploring the different sections. I was fairly excited for my matcha just from the look. A perfect vibrant green. We were fairly disappointed with the taste. Truly tasted like oat milk. 4/10. Overall - it was great to explore the place.
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Shine H.

Yelp
This place is a wonderful bookstore and cafe!! I love that the bookstore section has a lot of books that reflect the local sf scenery and lots of representation and diversity. Highly recommend just coming and enjoying the vibes of the bookstore even if you're not a cafe person. On top of books, they also have a great selection of stationary and trinkets. The perfect place to find gifts imo My friends all ordered matcha from blackbird and they all loved it! Good quality and vibrant color A great place to check out 10/10
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Nastaran A.

Yelp
Stumbled across this place just walking down the street. What a gem! I absolutely love coffee shop book combos and this was so cute. Also had a great patio to hang out it.
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Annie H.

Yelp
Favorite matcha in the city! Love the ambiance of the bookstore cafe, good selection of books and cute sitting areas outside. Super friendly personable baristas. Their pastries are also worth a try! They use Rocky's matcha, a great high quality brand, it delivers brightness and flavor every time. Easy area to park, across from hook fish (another great staple!)
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Joey Y.

Yelp
I came here on a rainy day, and the store really has a cozy vibe as you walk in. There's a coffee shop right at the entrance, so you can grab whatever drink you like, and to the left, there are a few seating areas. It's the perfect spot to relax with a drink, watch people walk by, or just enjoy the changing weather. As you walk further back, there's a bookstore filled with various items, and they also sell Rocky's Matcha, which is great if you're into making matcha at home. They offer 40g jars, so it's perfect for those who want to stock up. The workers are super friendly, and they took the time to explain the menu to me. I ordered the Sunset Fog, which is essentially a London Fog, and it was a lovely choice.
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Amy L.

Yelp
I didn't realize there was such a cute bookstore/Cafe right across from Hookfish. The shop is modern and clean. Lots of foot traffic and families with kids. In the back, there is a kids play area and backyard with cozy nooks for sitting and chatting. The bookstore also sold pens, locally made oils, lotions, gifts. There are 2 small seating areas in the Cafe section, which is the front part of the shop. The tables inside are a no laptop zone. Base on the noise level and people walking in and out, the Cafe area is not a study friendly environment but it's a nice place to stop for a brief rest or chat. I ordered the seasonal special - winter citrus cardamom latte. It's tastes like a warm lightly sweetened chocolate orange with cardamom accent. Absolutely decadent without the overload of sugar. The drink was $7. They also showcase some interesting coffee beans (see photo) that I would be interested in trying one day. I wonder how osmanthus lychee gummy flavored coffee tastes like? I wonder how peach jasmine milk tea flavored coffee tastes like?
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Denise S.

Yelp
A great chai tea. You order at the window. Very friendly and the service is quick. Do not miss the pistachio butter cookie! Wow!!
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Rovingaile P.

Yelp
Enjoyed my London fog latte! Tried my friend's matcha latte, which was good on sweetness level but did have a slight chalkiness which I didn't prefer. Otherwise, service was also great, and the highlight is really the ambiance of the bookstore and nice backyard!
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Kayla D.

Yelp
~ SELLS/USES ROCKY'S MATCHA ~ A BOOK STORE & A CAFE?! This place is such a great spot to hang out with friends or to read books! The matcha was SO SMOOTH. Unfortunately they only use vanilla syrup or classic syrup. I feel like if they agave the matcha would taste even better! A tin of Rocky's ceremonial matcha was $36, but so worth it! There is an upstairs with a couch to read books. Or if you want to be outside this place has a spacious backyard.
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Kay O.

Yelp
Oh my goodness this has to be the cutest freaking bookstore and coffee shop. I've seen in a long time!!! Every time I come up here, I want to swing by this coffee shop. There's always a line out in front and I had no idea how delicious this particular Saturday I figured I would wait. The line went rather quickly and there's also a restroom inside. The bookstore is freaking adorable very clean and modern with two community tables that you can sit with with friends or make new ones. There's also a beautiful garden in the back of the bookstore as well as an adorable loft upstairs, where you can read books! I also loved the cute little nook of a treehouse Inside underneath the stairwell!! Such a cute little bookstore with an espresso bar, and I love the community aspect here!! There was a monthly artist that was allowed to display art so I loved looking at that and reading about their bio on the wall. I had the Matcha lemonade and a pistachio coffee cake. I thought it just had blueberries, but as I ate into the cake, it actually had pineapples and strawberries and I want to say coconut or something else. The pistachio cake portion was rather delicious, but I wish there weren't so many other flavors of fruit. Nevertheless, it was still delicious and the Matcha lemonade was perfect! Not too sweet or anything! I am definitely a fan of this particular store! I will come back time after time!!
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Tiffany T.

Yelp
Matcha latte (iced): 4/5. Sweetened with simple syrup upon request but it wasn't too sweet. I thought the matcha was just alright (personal preference), definitely on the earthier side for matcha flavors. Guava Matcha Tonic (iced): 3/5. I fear the strong guava flavor overpowers the matcha flavor. This drink tasted more like a guava soda of sorts. Refreshing and sweet, but I wouldn't go for it if seeking a matcha drink. Ambiance: The vibes are immaculate even before you even step in. Inside, there's a bunch of fun trinkets and postcards. Lots of reading nooks/seats with plenty of natural lighting, not to mention the beautiful patio in the back. Service: Pretty fast and friendly service. Overall: Would definitely come here again and try something different. It was somewhat busy for a Thursday afternoon so be prepared for the crowds no matter the day. Parking (less than 5 min walk away) is a bit difficult in this area, but possible.
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Shivangi K.

Yelp
Stopped by on a walk near Ocean Beach and saw that they served Rocky's matcha! I ordered a matcha latte w a bit of sweetener and it was perfection. I loved it so much I actually ended up buying a 20g tin and no regrets because it's so yum. I asked the baristas for their pick (they were selling for 4 different types of Rocky's Matcha) and they were very very helpful. The bookstore is also very cute and has a lot of popular titles. They also had some cool art, sf trinkets, and other items. Overall, a great place to stop by for books or drinks. There's limited seating out front, but make sure to check out the back patio area (especially on a warm day)
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Sophia C.

Yelp
Easily one of my favorite local shops/cafes in the Sunset. My boyfriend and I always make the trip from the Peninsula and never get tired of coming here. The staff are amazing, drinks are consistently good, and the products are always worth a look! Most of the time, I end up coming home with a new book or home decor from a local artist. Please try to stop by and support them if you can! I highly recommend!
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Prasiddha H.

Yelp
Had a chance to try Black Bird Bookstore and Cafe which was really cute experience. This spot has different types of coffee drinks and pastries which is nice. We ended up trying a chocolate chip cookie and a matcha latte which both were delicious. The bookstore was small but very cute and I absolutely loved the little area in the back where they had many benches and beautiful plants. Would definitely recommend to check this place out!
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Debbie D.

Yelp
Cafe along with a bookstore? I'm in! To order drinks, there is a menu window adjacent to the entrance of the bookstore. They have a limited menu, as expected, but they also have baked goods. I ordered a latte and my friend ordered a matcha latte. Along with drinks, we bought some baked goods (a brownie and cookie) to try out. Dense pastries aren't my favorite but they do it just right. There are tables right in front of the counter, but per the signage posted on the wall, you can't camp out with your laptop to do work. On the first floor there are also lots of cool gift shop items if you're looking for a fun gift, as well as books. The room next to it and on the second floor carries children's books and stuffed animal plushies. My friend and I stayed for a few hours to study and journal. It's a great place to hang out with a friend and enjoy the space, too. Highly recommend!
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Nadine Y.

Yelp
Located in outer sunset, this place has a nice aesthetic, dog friendly, good options on their menu and plus a small bookstore included! As expected since you are in San Francisco, expect street parking. We ended up coming here on a Saturday around 9am and by the time we got our drinks and sat down, it got super packed. I got their vanilla latte and it was delicious. My husband also got a coffee drink with cardamom and he said it was also good. I do like that they have various options for pastries. I saw that they had kouign amanns but they offered not just regular, but chocolate, poppy seeds, etc.! They have a cute outdoor garden in the back which I think they use for children playgroups and children events. I would say that their books are very limited, but are more geared towards children. They have a small section for books about San Francisco, fictions, cookbooks, biographies and memoirs. Near the garden, they have a section for children books and I believe upstairs there are even more books for kids. Overall, I think this place has a cool concept of bookstore+cafe, but I do wish they offered more of a selection of books for the adults.
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Eileen C.

Yelp
What a beautiful bookstore and cafe! There were parents with children sitting out back in the outdoor patio, couples playing games, and others perusing the bookshelves. The ordering system was great since you order at the window outside and grab your drink inside, allowing for minimal bottleneck while you shopped. They had everything from children's books to Bay Area parks guides to cookbooks and novels. We also bought a birthday card and Japanese calligraphy pen! The drinks were tasty, but the vibes were even better!
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Carissa C.

Yelp
Came here for the matcha latte and ordered the strawberry matcha latte with oat milk. It is PRICEY for the size of the drink. My total was $8.50 for a small sized cup of matcha with mostly ice. The matcha itself was good but not worth the $8.50. There is a nice outdoor patio outside which is a good place to talk with friends or catch up. And the workers were all so friendly and welcoming. However, for the price of the drink there are a lot of other places that I would rather go to for my matchas.
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Shu Huan Y.

Yelp
Sad that the matcha is kinda mid. I sub with oat milk and I taste mostly that. I had other spots with the same order taste more better, but I love the inside and outside seating.
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Brian G.

Yelp
Came here because I saw it is a dog friendly coffee shop and bookstore! Their books are neatly displayed and there is a cool back garden you can sit in. They have a lot of different hot and cold drinks options so there's something for you no matter the weather/season/occasion. Matcha latte: B I love matcha so opted for the matcha latte. The drink was fine, matcha flavor was not as intense as I like it to be though.
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Binh P.

Yelp
Awesome bookstore and cafe setup near Ocean Beach. They serve pastries from local bakeries and have a nice selection of books and trinkets to peruse. Their backyard seating area is also beautifully landscaped. I got myself a hot chocolate and was incredibly impressed by the foam. It was a delightfully fluffy feeling whenever it touched my lips. It's an inspiring space.
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Malissa X.

Yelp
I think that this was the cutest little spot to hang out at with a nice little back yard area. The matcha latte for me was a bit disappointing but the bookstore itself and the way how it was decorated was nice.
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Valerie N.

Yelp
I loved their matcha latte - the matcha is fragrant and sweet (with the addition of simple syrup!) and reminds me of Ippodo Tea's Sayaka. I've heard great things about Rocky's Matcha and was so excited that a cafe served this matcha in the Bay Area. Their book selection is charming and I love their plentiful seating upstairs and outside. It is the perfect place to grab a drink and buy a book to read!
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Thiri T.

Yelp
Blackbird is the perfect place to visit just to chat or as you're waiting for your Hookfish takeout (as I was!) I really liked the bookstore concept and thought it was fun to browse little things here and there as I waited for my drink. The staff were also very nice as well! If you're coming here for the matcha, I would say it is pretty standard and at the baseline of expectations. It wasn't bad but there wasn't anything extraordinary about it (as someone who drinks a lot of matcha).
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Jennifer L.

Yelp
Stopped by on New Years around 12:30 pm. The line looked long but it moved very quickly. Love the small businesses showcased inside, from books to socks to candles. I was extremely impressed by the matcha! First time trying Rocky's matcha and was very happy with how rich and strong the matcha flavor was. I could immediately tell by the vibrant green that the matcha was high quality :)
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Juliet T.

Yelp
This is such a cute bookstore and cafe! The space is welcoming and feels encouraging to roam around, get coffee, and sit around. The backyard is also filled with greenery and spacious to hang around! What mainly lured me here was the scenery and the matcha they use (Rocky's Matcha). I ordered the matcha latte with oat milk, which came around $7.50. The matcha was a bit mild with the oat milk, but was still really good and addicting to drink. I'd come back for the vibes!
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Sung Hee P.

Yelp
Cute little place where they sell coffee, books, and little gadgets. We ordered the lavender latte, double chocolate mocha, blueberry doughnut, chocolate doughnut, and a hot chocolate for the kids. My latte was ok. I think I was used to my local coffee shop's more flavorful latte (?), maybe I'm used to their sweetness level, but I thought it was a bit bland. I also didn't think much of the doughnuts either.
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Romi M.

Yelp
Very balanced and creamy matcha! Cute bookstore and cafe. They also had a nice outdoor space to sit.
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Eric P.

Yelp
If you're looking for something to drink, I wouldn't recommend their matcha latte. People did hype this up, but the whole milk was overpowering it. They have awesome some books to read, a nice aesthetic backyard patio as well. Overall, great for pictures. Nice spot to read books. Not too sure for the drinks.
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Yuliya Y.

Yelp
It's very very cute. There's a kids loft. They even have a garden outdoor area but. Big but, no wifi. I'm not sure they have air conditioning, it was so hot in the loft I was suffocating even with the windows open. The tea was very good and the warm poppyseed babka. There's also very limited seating, it's really more of a coffee grab and go and shop a little in the shop they have and go home. The WiFi tho was a deal breaker because I was really looking forward to doing some school work there :(
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Winnie V.

Yelp
I love love love the idea of a bookstore and coffeeshop! Anddd they have a small gift section with some puzzles, ceramics, and pins. Literally all my fave things! I only wish that the store was a bit bigger with a larger book selection. It definitely seems nicely curated, but none of the fiction books really stood out to me. I did like their coffee table book and cookbook selections! The coffee was also great. We got a normal iced latte and a vanilla iced latte, and the drinks came up super quickly! It was nice to sit outside with the coffee and chat. They also have a nice patio in the back, which was packed. I wish I lived closer so I could come back all the time! Would def go back if I'm ever in the area, but since it's so small, I don't think it's worth a trek into the city just to check it out. And parking in the area was pretty difficult.
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Tracee B.

Yelp
My rating is just based on my drink alone. Ordered a chai latte and it was pretty plain, almost watery. Nice children's book area. The outdoor garden area is simple and green. My friends and I sat out there for a bit and just chatted.
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Seliya G.

Yelp
Great place to grab coffee or matcha! It also features lots of sf local authors and a really unique way to grab souvenirs or support local artists!
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Lisa X.

Yelp
This bookstore located in the Outer Sunset is so cute. Love the aesthetics. Light, airy, and dog-friendly. Besides books, they have a lot of toys for sale and I brought one for my pup. He saw it, liked it and picked it out, so of course I had to get it for him. I think they also have a ceramic or plant area in the back. The front is a coffee kiosk that sells drinks and some yummy treats which we purchased to enjoy in the back garden area. On the day we were there months ago, one of the employees' dog, a Shiba Inu was there being the bookstore mascot. Friendly service. Located on Irving Street and 47th Ave, across the street from Hook Fish.
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Serena M.

Yelp
Blackbird is trending right now and I can see why. The matcha was pretty good (they use Rocky's) but the real star was the tahini chocolate chip cookie. The book selection is smaller and more curated than your average bookstore and the patio in the back is a great hangout spot.

Sowjanya M.

Yelp
My go to cafe. Best coffee!!!! Love the collection of books and vibe. Close to the ocean for amazing walks with your loved ones.
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Nora B.

Yelp
Black bird coffee is a cute little bookstore with a coffee shop inside! The barista's were closing but were so kind enough to make one more order for us. They were chatting with us and so sweet. I ordered the matcha with vanilla syrup and it was delightful. I paid around $6-ish for the matcha with oatmilk. I recommend checking place out! They also have a backyard for customers to sit - we ate and drank our coffee there. It was a cute greenery garden!

Anon Y.

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Fantastic peach matcha, iced vanilla latte and the berry pistachio bread is a must. The staff were also super friendly which is rare these days! Props to everyone working there! 10's across the board! The ambience and little garden out back make this place one of the best coffee shops in the bay. Definitely worth a must visit when in the area!
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Tyler K.

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Absolutely adore Black Bird! Their drink selection is typical of a cafe. Their matcha is done VERY well and they sell Rocky's matcha for my matcha folks. They additionally have a small selection of books and cookware to browse after you order you cook. Their back patio is almost always crowded but quite nice if you can snag a spot. Definitely plan on coming back to try some of their baked goods.
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Jackie Y.

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This store is the cutest gem! The front window is a cafe and the rest of the store is a bookstore. The middle of the store is a section with little trinkets and gifts. There are a few seats in the front and on the outdoor back patio. The loft area has a couch for the kids. My friend and I came here to check out their matcha because we saw on social media that they sold the popular Rocky's Matcha tins. The matcha wasn't on display, so we asked at the bookstore counter. They kindly explained the flavor profiles of the three available single cultivar options. At $32 each, the price is a little more expensive than what you'd find online, but you get the convenience of being able to buy in person. They told us that they used the ceremonial blend at the cafe, but they were out of those tins to sell. At the cafe window, we both ordered unsweetened iced matcha lattes with oat milk. Even just from the color, I could tell that it would be good. Sometimes I find that oat milk can be overpowering, but I could actually taste the matcha in my drink. It was creamy and umami. This is one of the best matcha lattes I've ever had at a cafe that wasn't focused solely on matcha. I would definitely recommend this spot. I will come back in the future to get a matcha before going on a walk on the beach or at the park!