Ilana Coffee

Very friendly staff and a delicious bagel and Vietnamese iced coffee! Came here two days in a row and will be coming again soon ☺️🥯🧋

Old school family ran spot. Bhan Mi was a little underwhelming, heavy bread. But was good, just expected more from a recommendation. Took 20-25 minutes. Had it in a nice small hike.

They do phone orders! Cash and credit card. Stopped here on the way to crabbing :) Never been before, but very happy we tried it out! Got 3 combos and 2 porks, yum! Warm and crunchy! They were very nice :)

There are so many reasons to like Ilana Coffee. - It opens early and its service was very friendly, efficient and fast. - It's Vietnamese sandwich is great. I had a combination sandwich, with has ham. pate and headchese. It’s a junior size but good for the price and perfect as a breakfast. - It has a lot more than Vietnamese sandwich. I also tried an egg, cheese and ham breakfast sandwich and for $4.25 it has excellent value.

2025 update: Ilana Coffee is my favorite coffee shop in the area. The people that work here are cool. The cafe feels local with good bagels, coffee, pastries and sandwiches. My favorite is their combo Vietnamese sandwich $8.25 w/extra meat pate +$1. Ilana Coffee is a great place to hang out on a lazy Sunday. Original review: Ilana Coffee have Vietnamese sandwiches. This is our early morning spot for coffee and a sandwich on the weekends. We usually ride our bicycles on the Great Highway and then through Golden Gate Park. It just so happens, this is the midway point before we head back. It is a good spot because they have chairs outside and we can park our bicycles on the sidewalk without having to lock them up. Service is friendly and quick.

Lovely neighborhood cafe and sandwich shop. Stopped in this morning for a bagel with hummus and Viet coffee and am impressed with the service and fair pricing. I want to come back soon to try their banh mi subs. They have Wi-Fi and plugs which is nice and the seating is comfortable. Wish I had one of these next to my apartment in Tampa. Definitely support this small business if you can in sf!

I've been here a couple of times and it's soo good, I've had the Vietnamese iced coffee, iced Thai tea, and the BBQ pork Vietnamese sandwich. They were all great and I would definitely recommend them. There were also quite a few options for food and drinks, so I'm looking forward to going back and trying new things as everything has been good so far.

We usually have breakfast at Ilana Coffee ☕️ Friendly owners and staffs. Price is affordable for us. Vietnamese sandwich combination is must try here. We also order with Vietnamese coffee. Great mix.

Super nice family cafe Very friendly service I always stop by for a latte Muffins are top notch

I was craving a bánh mì so I stopped by on a Tuesday during lunch time. Even though they're called Ilana Coffee, they offer a lot more than coffee. During a previous visit, I tried their Vietnamese iced coffee, which was milky, strong, and perfectly sweetened. I ordered the Combination Vietnamese Sandwich ($7.25+tax) w/no jalapeño. +Baguette had a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior: Didn't scratch the roof of my mouth. +Good variety of cold cuts (chả lụa, head cheese, pâté) +Plenty of fresh, crunchy vegetables (cilantro, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon radish) +Sandwich was split in 1/2, which made it easier to eat. *Verdict: This is now one of my favorite bánh mì! The owner is also kind and patient, and it didn't take too long to receive my order.

Great local spot just outside of the Richman district. It is on Crescent street. We were looking for a spot to grab lunch in the city and came across this place. It is run by a husband and wife team that makes all of the sandwiches from scratch. This is a coffee shop yes, but with great Vietnamese sandwiches. They have excellent American and Vietnamese coffees, as well. They are very friendly and make excellent sandwiches. Just be patient as I mentioned they are a husband and wife team that work alone. Thank you so much for the great coffee and sandwiches.

Ilana Coffee is a cozy, neighborhood cafe that serves great drinks and yummy food. This was my first time at Ilana, and I was thoroughly impressed. We ordered the Lemon Bar, Blueberry Cheese Danish, Breakfast Bagel, Cappuccino, and Vietnamese Coffee. Everything we ordered exceeded our expectations. For the Breakfast Bagel, the bagel itself was super soft, not over-toasted or hard. It was perfect. Pricing is very cost-efficient. The service is friendly and welcoming. I will be visiting again very soon!

Possibly some of the best Vietnamese iced coffee in the city. Ilana is a local Richmond District spot on Clement Street in the outer avenues and has typical "bodega fare" like bagels, croissant sandwiches, and yes, coffee. But the real star is the cà phê sữa đá or Vietnamese Iced Coffee. A medium size is just under $5, and a large is almost $7. A little pricey, but the coffee is rich, sweet, and almost chocolatey in decadence. Meters aren't enforced until 9am, so if you can find parking on Clement, Ilana is a perfect spot if you're looking to shake up your morning coffee run!

Solid banh mi for an affordable price (7.54 with tax). The bread is fantastic - crunchy, warm, very fresh. The ingredients have great flavor all together as well, not dry at all with the mayo sauce. I do wish there was a tad more meat for the amount of bread but it's unbeatable at this price. The owners are friendly as well and you can tell it's frequented by locals!

Ilana Coffee is my food pilgrimage to San Francisco. It's closer and cheaper than a flight to Vietnam, and will undeniably be visited by me at least twice each trip. My ultimate combo? Steam Pork with Pate Banhmi ($6.95) and Vietnamese Iced Coffee ($4.95 for M, $6.75 for L)! Their Banhmi is generously filled with Vietnamese steamed pork ham, pate, pickled vegetables, cilantro, and jalapenos. Unlike some places where the filling is scant and the proportion of bread to filling is imbalanced, Ilana Coffee ensures a well-rounded bite with each of the ingredients. Their choice of baguette is perfect as well because it has a thin, crispy crust and a pillowy soft crumb; it gives texture without cutting the roof of your mouth. If your spice tolerance is low, consider omitting the jalapenos or removing the seeds yourself because they can pack quite a punch. You can also add an Iced Coffee to neutralize the spice because what's a meal without a drink? The medium size is sufficient for me, though I do get it with less ice. Rich, smooth, creamy, and sweet - it's hard to beat. You'll definitely be energized with that hit of caffeine and condensed milk! I'm so glad my sister stumbled upon Ilana Coffee because it's easy to overlook this mom 'n' pop shop in the Richmond District. The design is fairly simple: there's the kitchen area with display cases of pastries and snacks, as well as the seating area both inside and outside. Although I would love to gatekeep Ilana Coffee, the quality of their banhmi alone is worth travelling for. I have yet to try the rest of the menu beyond the above and the Combination Banhmi ($7.25), but rest assured that there will be many more visits in the future.

Want a cheap but quality banh mi paired with a tasty Vietnamese Coffee? Ilana Coffee is the place to go! Their bread? Warm and crunchy (but not crunchy enough to cut the roof of your mouth). Their meats? Overflowing from the bread and juicy with each bite. Their service? The epitome of a small business! Service may be a bit slow from time to time because it's a two women show taking and filling all the orders but they always approach you with a smile and seem extremely grateful for any business they have. The ambiance? Definitely a cute and cozy spot with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. All around, a solid cafe with good coffee and tasty sandwiches.

This mom and pop have one of the best bun mee in the Richmond district. Always fresh and warm.

We came here after our hike on a weekend day and it was such a nice day to have lunch here with our dogs at the table outside here. We called to order and the food was ready for pick up in the time we were told. We ordered the bbq chicken and combination banh mis and everyone enjoyed them. The bread was super fresh and very fluffy. Though someone with us did say the proportion of bread to meat was too high. I thought the bread was delicious and loved it. The chicken was very fresh too. The Thai teas and Vietnamese coffees were also great. I liked that I could put soy milk in the Thai tea instead of regular milk. The food and drinks were great here. And I liked that this seemed to be a gathering spot for elderly folks over the weekend. It had a nice vibe. We found street parking pretty easily. And they accept cards/Apple Pay as well. We'd come back!

I am not the best at updating reviews but for ilana Coffee, I will. I will keep it simple because that is what ilana Coffee is, simple yet so good. VEGGIE SANDWICH is STILL my go-to meal after all these years. I found ilana Coffee 7 years ago and till now, I still love it. Do not sleep on the veggie sandwich y'all!!! So simple, yet so fresh and good. ilana Coffee is known for their cheap Banh mi sandwich. You get what you pay for with their Banh mi sandwich and I think that's what people get twisted. For the price you pay for, the banh mi sandwiches are honestly so decent. The service is one of the top-tier services I have experienced. There is nothing like store owners remembering your order. Even after a year of not going here, the owners still remember my exact order. The Vietnamese coffee is one of my favorites as well. Strong coffee flavor and is perfectly sweet. Parking is hit or miss.

This is my go-to for the best chicken banh mi in town. Paired with a Vietnamese coffee, it's great to enjoy at a table out front in the sunshine. The staff are super friendly and service is swift.

Decent banh mis, AMAZING honeydew drink, and great vibes! Would recommend if you're in the area.

Nice little mom and pop shop to get coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and Vietnamese sandwiches. I got the combination sandwich and a Vietnamese iced coffee. It was sooo good! Would definitely recommended eating it fresh cause it's warm. Coffee was strong and flavorful. The shop had both indoor and outdoor seating. Would be better for smaller groups as a e had 10 with us and took up most of the inside.

These folks are awesomely friendly. I always get the breakfast croissant egg cheese and ham sandwich + mocha. Always satisfying!

Food - I ordered the combination banh mi and the bread was SOO FREAKING CRISPY! The meat was also really good and overall, the banh mi was satisfying. You also can't beat it for the price! I paid around $6.50 for it! The only thing about the banh mi is that if you look at the pictures, the veggies are all on one side while the meat is on the other side. I'd prefer if the veggies and meat were mixed in together so I can get a bite of everything but it's not a big deal. I did it myself. It's just that when the meat and veggies are so separated, you're literally taking a bite of bread and all veggies and then a bite of bread and all meat. I like a bite with both meat and veggies. Service - super quick and easy to order. They also take apple pay which was a PLUS! Ambiance - pretty small inside with about 3 tables but there's outdoor seating. Really nice interior and felt comfortable. Tables inside were meant for two people only so works for small parties.

Best banh mi I've ever had! Skip the Lee's Sandwiches and def support this small business instead. Came across this mom and pop cafe when I was looking for a breakfast sandwich but decided on trying the banh mi instead. I've been here multiple times for the combination banh mi and it has never disappointed me. I've always received great service and greeted with a smile. The freshly baked bread has a great crunch, pillowy soft on the inside, and won't leave the roof or insides of your mouth scratched up. They are generous with the pâté which is so rich alongside a creamy flavorful mayo/butter spread. They definitely don't skimp on the cold cuts (head cheese and cha lua) and the cilantro and jalapeños are super fresh. Lastly, the daikon and carrots are pickled to perfection and perfectly blend all the flavors together.

Very nice mom/pop coffee place with delicious Vietnamese sandwiches, bread pudding, pastries and great service. Indoor and outdoor (2 tables) sitting. Perfect hangout when we have our pup with us. I usually get the Combo Vietnamese sandwich but I may venture to get some other flavor next time. 4.5 stars.

Small, cozy cafe. My hubby & I enjoyed the Vietnamese iced coffee, Chicken Banh Mi & BLT. All very good! Service was quick and staff was super friendly. If you're in the area, definitely support this small business!

One of the few places that opens super early! The owner was super nice and made my order quickly. I ordered the Vietnamese sandwich and breakfast bagel. Both of them were delish. Their Vietnamese coffee is super strong! There's lots of indoor seating and a couple tables outside as well.

Nice cafe in a lovely neighborhood. Iv been here a couple of times now and both have been consistently solid. The cashier lady taking orders is super nice. The banh mi sandwiches are flavorful and perfect amount of pâté spread and the meats are fresh. It almost taste housemade like a auntie would make it. The bread is toasty, doesn't cut the top of my mouth. Compared to something else down the street, the price is perfect for the size. 4.5 stars solid.

Tried the tofu sandwich and i'm not sure why it is bits of fried tofu. Never had it before fried. The bread is so nice and toasted. Perfect bread for this vietnamese sandwich. The peanut blondie was interesting. The frosting was the best part. Creamy and im licking it. Not so peanut buttery, lots of chocolate chips. Wish it had some chopped roasted peanuts to add texture. I ate all this in the dark at a Mission Impssible dead reckoning part one movie. This is great when you call in your order and minus the waiting. Great seating in and out, but it is quite dark inside. They are always nice. Next time i must try the lemon squares. This place is so cheap!

I love it here! I've been coming for years and it's always consistent and the people are so friendly. Always smiling :) it is a tad expensive for what you're getting but I always leave very content. I get the Vietnamese iced coffee and the breakfast bagel

I've walked past this place hundreds of times throughout the years and never knew they had Vietnamese sandwiches I have to say when the man makes a perfect combination Vietnamese sandwich. What I mean by perfect is you get equal distribution of all the stuff in each bite. And the stuff isn't falling out all over the place. I'm definitely a fan.

The best Bahn mi!! I came from San Jose looking for top Vietnamese Bahn mi and found it here. Be warned, I brought my friend to try and they were out by 1 PM! So get it earlier.

Concept: 4/5 It's rather cool that I can order a banh mi with my coffee. Ambiance: 4/5 chill seating. Amenities: 3/5 no WiFi for customers.

This place understands textured. Get the pork belly banh mi. The pork belly is bbq pork but it's really thin and fatty on a toasted crunchy soft bun. It's so good! Textures textures! Crunch crunch gooey. mmMmmmm. My dog Lucky enjoyed the bread.

Lovely neighborhood cafe and sandwich shop. Stopped in this morning for a bagel with hummus and Vietnamese Iced coffee and am impressed with the service and fair pricing. The coffee packs a punch which is important when you have to be up bright and early for work. I want to come back soon to try their banh mi subs and other sandwiches as well. They have boba too, could smell the tapioca this morning. They have Wi-Fi and plugs which is nice and the seating is comfortable. Wish I had one of these next to my apartment in Tampa. Definitely support this small business if you can in sf!

Great service , good food and it's open early. Love the area, very clean and great neighborhood to raise kids

my favorite breakfast / lunch spot! the most friendly staff on the block! Must try their chicken bahn mi!

ilana coffee is a perfect quick, inexpensive banh Mi lunch spot! The banh mis were generously filled with meat and veggies and were around $6-7 each. Service was prompt and friendly, and the interior of the family owned business is clean and simple. I recommend the pork combo!

Really tasty banh mi. I got the combination sandwich, and the ingredients were fresh and flavorful. The bread was the star, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. They're open early--love that you can get banh mi for breakfast. The vibe is chill, with plenty of indoor seating and 3 small tables out front on the sidewalk.

A homey, neighbor cafe located on the more quieter side of Clement street. Although their menu is fairly simple and typical to what you'd normally see in a cafe, I always come here for their Vietnamese coffee and sandwiches which are my number one recommendations here. The couple working here are one of the sweetest people and it's always a delight to see them do their craft. Would highly recommend this place if you're ever in the area.

This is such a great local place to grab delicious Vietnamese sandwiches. They get fresh bread around 7:30 in the morning so if you eat your Vietnamese sandwich right away, it will be the best you have ever eaten!!! My friends and I like to come here to get some good food and just hang out in the early mornings. The owners are super friendly and always has a smile to share. Come support our local business!

Still amazing banh mi's! The bread is the star imo. So crispy and fresh but soft at the same time. My definite go-to for banh mi in the city. And they accept credit card! Combination -- $6.50 BBQ Pork -- $6.25

i've been to ilana about 15 times. each time i've had the pork belly banh mi and i remind myself to "5 star this joint" in yelp. each of the last 15 or so times i've forgotten. yesterday i made myself the same promise and now i'm holding myself to it for one very important reason. i just had a saigon sandwich last week and am now crowning my new favorite sf banh mi as being from ilana and NO LONGER saigon sandwich. the deal breaker was the bread. saigon sandwich changed bread purveyors or they didn't heat and crisp up the bread. whatever the reason, they have slipped and failed my elevated expectations. their pork shiu mai is still a wonderous, tasty, sloppy delight. but on the wrong bread, it just turns to slop. ilana's pork belly banh mi is consistent, fatty, vinegary goodness on a crispy outside, soft inside, french bread sub. just enough mayo so as not to overwhelm this non mayo eater. how there isn't a line out the door for this place on a sunny saturday is probably due to the location. calling it a coffee place without marketing their banh mi's contributes to the under the radar vibe. i am counting on the yelp community to turn this place from a hangout for old dudes sipping and nursing one miserable coffee into a line out the door, heads in phones, supreme wearing, banh mi appreciating establishment known for connoisseurs who KNOW a great banh mi.

Amazing Banh Mi for such a good price! My favorite is the BBQ Pork, their combo is also delicious.

**Open for takeout** Cute little cafe in the Presidio with a good amount of options for drinks and food. Food: The first time we ordered from here, we got breakfast bagel sandwiches. So tasty and so filling! I made the mistake of eating the whole sandwich, so I didn't need lunch later. As someone who is picky with bread for my Vietnamese sandwiches, I enjoyed this one the second time we ordered from here :). I do wish there was a bit more filling to match the amount of bread, but it was still yummy. Safety precautions: They provide hand sanitizer on the counter for use after paying. You are required to wear a mask inside when ordering.

My colleagues love this place for Banh Mi and came by recently to try their BBQ chicken Banh Mi. Not in love with it. As another reviewer mention, there is a strange pink spread in there that makes the sandwich soggy but also makes it taste funny. It tastes fishy and it tastes like fat. It's pretty disgusting. If the pink spread was gone, the sandwich is still only OK. The chicken is slices and doesn't taste like BBQ. I came again the next morning for a chai and Bacon & egg croissant. The chai is watered down but the croissant was actually good. I love to support small businesses and the husband & wife duo is awesome. COVID Updates as of March 2021: Take out and outdoor dining only. They have a few small tables in front to enjoy your sandwiches. I always call in advance to place my order and go in to pick up. Usually there are plenty of parking in front.

Favorite spot to get a coffee and a bagel. The owners who work there are so kind and I go there so often they already know my order as soon as I walk in lol. Best egg and cheese bagel and the Vietnamese coffee is to die for. Oh the lemons bars. 10000/10

Friendly mom and pop shop on the Richmond District. The banh mi sandwiches were yummy.

Legit little spot. The employees are professional and friendly. Vietnamese Coffee was legit and so where the Bahn Mi's. Perfect spot to take a break.

Ilana Coffee have Vietnamese sandwiches. This is our early morning spot for coffee and a sandwich on the weekends. We usually ride our bicycles on the Great Highway and then through Golden Gate Park. It just so happens, this is the midway point before we head back. It is a good spot because they have chairs outside and we can park our bicycles on the sidewalk without having to lock them up. Service is friendly and quick.

Great Vietnamese coffee and Vietnamese BBQ chicken sandwich! Friendly staff and cheap prices!

This place is clean , awesome and I love their service , the owner is very nice I been going there over 8 years and is always really good their Vietnamese sandwiches and coffee. Love it is a gem in the neighborhood.

Amazing Vietnamese Iced Coffee. Easy to park at the meters right out front on a Sunday morning. Polite and efficient service. Minimum $5 for using your credit card Bathrooms are for paying customers only (the "out of order" sign is to keep away the public/walk-ins who just want the bathroom).

First time at ilana today. The service was great and the staff were very welcoming and kind! Ordered a pork belly sandwich which came out to only 6.78 and was a great lunch! The bread was freshly baked and crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside and the meat portion was generous. Definitely a hidden gem in the Richmond as I've passed by many times and never really saw it! Would definitely come back for the food and friendly service!

Great little neighborhood cafe! The coffee is always hot and fresh. I love their breakfast sandwiches and pastries- especially the raspberry muffin. The owners are lovely and there is outdoor seating too.

My turkey sandwhich was really bad. The turkey meat had a strange,rubbery texture to it.(like SPAM).My husband thought vegetarian sandwhich was OK. My vanilla latte tasted like pure sugar,not sure if the espresso shots were even in there? Husband didn't care for his capaccuino. Despite only having a few customers service was so slow. Restroom was out of order .(FYI there is one up the street on 25th street short 5 min walk) We won't be back