Manny’s

Came to an event here with no expectations. Cozy events room with a small stage for the presenter. Thoughtful speech from Andy (I think) about homelessness and his non-profit that provides lawyers to those that are about to be homeless. very interesting. hoping to come back here for more events in the future.

Really nice time. Small little cafe with spots to sit down and read. Cozy little place to have tea and read comic books. It's across the street from the movie theatre so it's nice to come here after.

I hosted my book launch for my book ‘Self-Advocacy’ at Manny’s recently, and it’s a fantastic venue! It’s the perfect hosting space and can accommodate large parties as well as more intimate gatherings. We were able to use the TVs, they provided some mics, and were very helpful with all the setup and arrangements. The staff is excellent! They were ok with us bringing our own cake and our guests were able to purchase their own food and drinks from the bar/cafe. I really loved how great the venue looked and the photos turned out great. Would love to book the venue in the future as well!

This place has very cool vibes and can fill a variety of different needs. I came here with a friend for brunch and it was a very cozy place for us to sit a chat. The food we got were tasty and portions were great. Their pita was warm and full of flavor, which was a stand out. There were also many tables that can be used for working and studying and lots of people had their laptops out. The background music is very chill and the place is well lit and quite enough for someone to focus in. At the back of the store there is a book shelf wall (this place is also a bookstore) with a couch and accent chairs. I particularly like this area because the vibe was funky and cool and made me what to just read a book sitting on the couch.

I love Manny's. Their mission is great and the staff is so lovely. They host really interesting and engaging discussions in addition to just being a fun place to hang out. Definitely recommend signing up for their newsletter and attending some events.

I went there for the first time.The atmosphere was very inviting and relaxing, especially in the back lounging area.I had avacado toast which was double the size of any other place, I got 2 pieces of toast with delicious avacado and arugula leaves and garnish and cucumbers. Absolutely delicious!! My husband got the chicken sandwich which he said was delicious and it came on a large plate with fries. The prices were very reasonable! I would definitely go again and recommend it to others.

It’s like an Indian Hindu god with many faces—this café greets you gently at the front, but in the back, it transforms into an entertainment center, hosting variety shows from poetry readings to jazz and blues sets. One must become a pantheon unto oneself, believing in all its sages and countenances. Even the bathroom entertains: bathed in a pinkish glow, it doubles as a darkroom for developing photographs from the very shows it houses.

Avoid Manny’s at all costs. It’s a pretentious space dressed up as a “civic café,” serving overhyped drinks, underwhelming food, and side orders of self-congratulation. The events feel more like TED Talks for the already convinced. If you’re looking for real community and flavor, skip the staged virtue and go where authenticity isn’t a performance. Instead, support Reem’s California, a Palestinian-owned gem in the Mission. The food there is bold, rooted, and unmistakably original. no borrowed land, no “settled” recipes.

Came here after volunteering for the Sunday trash pick up! The restaurant was very spacious and had lots of seating available. There are large windows so it's a good spot for people watching as well. We had potatoes, french toast, chicken tenders and an egg scramble. Everything was yummy! Would definitely come again if I wanted brunch in the mission. Unfortunately they don't have wifi if that's what you need.

Finally was able to come here during the day to try out their menu. I absolutely love chilaquiles and so of course I ordered that. I also got the Kamalatte, which is a toasted coconut latte. I didn't taste any coconut, but it was still a good latte. I forgot to say I wanted almond milk, but I actually ended up being fine with whole milk (I'm not totally lactose intolerant, but I do feel pain sometimes with lactose). The chilaquiles were yummy! The guajillo sauce was savory with a touch of sweetness. The chips had a decent crunch to them. I really like that it comes with black beans and that avocado is included. I've only had come here for events so spending time just on the cafe section was new. It was really quiet, with exception for the music at a perfectly reasonable volume. It's a good place to relax or study, maybe get some work done. Emphasis on the word "some." Don't just order a coffee and stay there for hours.. small businesses need the turn around. I digress as you can Google articles on that issue. What I like about the cafe space are the huge windows. They let a lot of natural light in. And I love that they fully open to feel the breeze and hear the sounds of the city. As with everything, the cost of my meal was high. It was $30, including tip. The quality of my latte and food were high, though. The topping screen starts at 20%, and I support Manny's, the wonderful staff, and their cause so I'm fine with that. But I feel like at this point, just charge a service fee for a livable wage. Though, I know some people really dislike that but tbh tipping culture is problematic. Anyway, gotta get off the soap box again.. Definitely check out Manny's. It's a great spot for food, drink, and knowledge.

On my quest for the perfect avocado toast in San Francisco I thought I'd check out Manny's. The menu showed no avocado toast until weekend brunch, but they had avocados & kindly made me avocado toast. It did not disappoint. Two slices of bread that were actually toasted! (A rarity for some reason). Next layer avocado which was spread a little thin, cucumber slices, a generous pile of greens, topped with chili oil. Delicious. Arriving at Manny's on Valencia & 16th I saw two guys In the open corner window conducting a live radio show. BFF.FM. They beckoned me & asked what I'm up to. Since I'm not microphone shy I proceeded to tell them about my quest for the perfect avocado toast in SF. They started laughing. Why? One of their topics this morning was alerting people to the annual Guacamole Contest in Bernal Heights this Saturday. Kismet. I'll definitely be there. Decor's kind of 70s with all the hanging plants & wall of books. (In a good way). Love the Kamala cardboard cutout standing proudly at the window. Manny's is familiar to me as I've attended their political meet & greets, as well as tv watch parties. In fact, they have an election count down sign on the outside wall. Their welcome statement painted on the wall: "We are a space where the community comes together to take part in civic & political life. We are a town hall, a village square, the place where anyone can meet and engage with civic leaders, elected officials, artists, activists, changemakers, and each other. Our hope is that what happens here will be the space for you to get more involved."

This is hands down one of the COOLEST food places I have ever been to (I think I just really like it when it is intertwined with a bookstore). I feel like the food was kind of pricey, but it is near/on Valencia after all. I wanted a place where I can eat and also do some reading, so this place was perfect for that ! When you first enter the shop, it looks like seating may be limited, but this place is actually quite big so if you keep walking throughout the shop, I feel like you'll manage to find more seating. I really liked the room all the way in the back where it felt like an intimiate open-mic night set-up. I think they do have similar kinds of events that happen there, but unfortunately I don't live in the city so it would be out of my way to go

Out of every coffee shop and business to settle down and socialize, Manny's is the most welcome to all walks of life. A place to bring the entire community together is a place to be in the same boat. It would be nice for me to turn to staff members and patrons alike to come up with interesting topics and issues so that we help each other out. Other than socializing, the food and drink the staff members make never disappoints. While the mixed couscous salad is fresh all the way, the matcha lemonade is on point! The atmosphere around me with plenty of people, zero complaints. Having a good will is what matters the most in Manny's. Definitely be back for a different order in mind.

Delicious cafe in the Mission with seasonal syrups and phenomenal ambiance. Service was fast. Decoration was cool and it's my new favourite coffee spot in the mission

Came to listen to the DNC and drink some coffee after yoga (next door at Love story) and before work at the hospital for the late shift. The vibe is always cool here, staff is always amazing and the other customers might spark an interesting conversation. This is old school style of SF. Btw coffee is great too. There is a cafe space and a "living room area" for screenings and talks and stuff like that. The owner is also very cool, kind and respectful of peoples differences. Political active in a positive way and peaceful way, full of love and hope!

I went to Manny's for a networking and speaking event. The bartender / barista was very friendly and the iced chai he made for me was super tasty. The event venue was a nice space, cozy, comfy, interesting to look around and good audio and lighting.

manny's is a super cozy spot to get work done or chit chat! out of all the cafes i've visited in the mission, manny's is my favorite to sit at. the lighting and ambiance are top tier. they also host really cool events. never stop manny!!! i got a matcha latte and shakshuka. their food menu is reasonably priced and tasty. my latte was perfectly milky - matcha-y. i felt so productive here the one downside is that there's no wifi, but if you have a good hotspot it shouldn't be an issue

This place has that cozy, sit down on a couch, table type of feel that I think every coffee shop should have but it's not great if you don't have wi-fi for customers. I ordered a crispy chicken sandwich for lunch along with a cold brew. The coffee was pretty strong and was caffeinated for a lot longer than I anticipated. The sandwich was great and the chicken patty was pretty crispy. The french fries were crispy too without being burnt and seasoned perfectly.

Stopped in for a quick pick-me up before heading home in the afternoon commute. Very cozy vibe, found nice seats facing the window out to sit together and people watch too. Ordered a delicious latte with almond milk, friends ordered their coffees and one fried ordered a lovely apricot croissant pastry to share. People around us were either chatting it up with friends or working on their computer's, very chill vibe. Would definitely stop in again if in the neighborhood.

manny's is a cafe in the mission that has a really cozy ambiance and lots to keep you occupied. it is very spacious with multiple rooms of comfortable seating (sofas, cushions, etc.) as well as tables for proper writing/laptop work. they also have a lot of books and board games that you can use for your enjoyment. really nice lamp lighting too--i'd come here on a rainy day and chill for hours! my friend got a chocolate croissant and hot rishi chai latte--sweet but tasty. they also serve food here and are one of the only cafes that are open until later/past the early afternoon.

Very nice casual place in the heart of mission to grab a drink and people watch or meet someone. Recommend the hibiscus tea, not sweet but full of flavor!

Cute cafe perfect for a casual brunch or coffee run. I love how the space doubles as a community space / library. Surprisingly, the breakfast sandwich (eggs, feta, arugula on ciabatta) was pretty solid considering this is also an event venue. I love how cozy the space is and the variety of seating available. Note that they were pretty busy during weekend brunch time, so it might be hard to snag a spot.

A great community space. Went for a political event. Very close to BART. Great quality coffee. Will definitely be back.

I love the design of this place, and it seems like a lot of great events for the community goes on here! I came here for brunch and it's such an adorable place to come eat. You order at the counter and seat yourself. There's plenty of outdoor/indoor seating. I love the huge window in the front that they open to let a breeze in. We ordered the loaded breakfast which was super good- the apple sausage was to die for. The Shakshuka was also pretty tasty.

The food was good, but a little on the pricey side. The food came out quickly and the food was tasty. Seating was on tables and couches. Very casual dining.

I often go to Manny's to drink coffee and read books. The space here is very cozy, there are many comfortable places for you to sit alone or go with a group of friends. The breafast here is great too, I am surprised, that is what makes this place always my favorite.

Such a special and civic minded space! Beautiful cozy interior with cool lamps, comfy couch and stool seating, and books/plants. I came in for an early coffee as I started my work day - the Mocha was one of the best I've had in a while (creamy, slightly bitter and slightly sweet, could taste coffee AND chocolate). Pro tip though that they don't have WiFi so come with your work downloaded ... or don't bring work at all ... Baristas / servers are kind, and reusable mugs provided if you sit there (and you can bring your own!).

Calamari was nice and crispy. Steaks were tasty, however my medium filet mignon was more like a medium well. Salads, soups were good. service was a bit slow. It took a long time to get the beers.

I recently discovered Manny's and I'm so happy I did. This is a unique space that hosts all kinds of political discussion type events. Just in the short time I learned about Manny's, I've already had the chance to hear the Mayor speak, along with a gubernatorial candidate, and a family member of the President. The space is very welcoming with all kinds of couches and lamps thoughtfully placed around a small stage for round-table type discussions. I'll definitely continue to come here in the future.

Really amazing venue/cafe on 16st mission. It's my first time at manny's I love the artsy decorations. Especially the pop art style with pop figures all over the walls in the cafe, even the bathroom was very artsy. I came as part of a private event, I mostly stayed at the private room with the stage. The space was very spacious, it can fit up to 6 large picnic tables. I think the private party had around 50-70 people, I could be wrong but the space felt big. There were mics on the stage, lamps on the floor and creative decorations around the room. It seems like its been used for slam poetry, local concerts, comedy show, book reading, anything that requires a stage lol. Service was excellent. Even with the large crowd on a Sunday afternoon, the baristas knew how to manage it and they did it with excellence. They made the drinks very quickly and swiftly while keeping up with multiple orders. I was impressed. WHAT I ORDERED Strawberry sangria ice tea Lavender blueberry ice tea Both are delicious homemade tea blends. It's unsweetened so I added packets of Splenda to make it sweeter. 10/10 highly recommend booking their private room for large events. Excellent service, even the catered food was great.

A nice and cozy place for brunch and work. My spouse and I selected two lunch dishes along with two cups of coffee, settling in to work throughout the entire afternoon. They also offer refilled water and coffee at the bar, so you can sit and use your laptop stressless for hours. Love the ambiance here!

Great place to hang out but no public wi-fi doesn't make it an ideal place if you want to get with done.

Snooty and off putting barista....he gave the place a seriously unfriendly vibe which is sad for a place that seeks to be politically and community engaged. The place badly needs public wi-fi. Coffee and food good. Sadly my hunt for a cool and comfortable place to work is still on.

A community center brunch esque place. It's a good place to meet up and catch up but I would say the food is just alright. Not necessarily somewhere I'd come for brunch if I've got other options. Shashuka was alright too not bad but also not memorable. A reasonably priced dish in SF.

My sister and I took the train into the city for an event, but first... Coffee. My sister did a search for coffee shops near the area and Manny's came up as the top hit. Wow, what an incredible coffee shop! I was highly impressed by the place. It was located on the corner of 16th and Valencia, and it commanded such a charming presence. I loved the whole vibe of the place. One area was like a cozy lounge, but when you turn the corner you'll find yourself in a library nook. I got an iced nonfant dirty chai latte. Since they had rose syrup, I was like wth let's get crazy so I asked them to to include it. What's funny was that my custom drink must've not been a popular one because two of the servers were curious if I thought it tasted good. I appreciated that they cared, which goes to show how much they cared about customer satisfaction. The drink was what I expected it to be, and I liked that the rose wasn't too overpowering. If I was hungry, I would've totally tried their brunch items. I'm a huge fan of chilaquiles and especially with rojo sauce, which was exactly featured on display. All the more reason to come back next time I'm in the Mission.

I've been here twice now and while I enjoy the decor and ambiance, I left disappointed with the overall experience. On my first visit, a friend and I came to work and the employee told us they were no longer giving out "wifi passes" because their printer printed incorrect login credentials..odd. I then recently returned to get some work done on my computer and they said they've "discontinued" their wifi access for guests. Marketing as a cafe where people can get their work done will never make sense to not offer wifi for their guests. 1 star down for this. Second star removal comes from their prices. I ordered a hummus bowl and cider and paid $32 total, overpriced for what you are getting. Don't get me wrong, the bowl was yummy, combination of sautéed zucchini, a coleslaw and tomato salad, a beyond meat patty on top of hummus all seasoned well. But, $16 each for the bowl and for the glass of cider is just too much.

Stumbled across this hot spot on Valencia when having brunch a block down and decided to come in for a cup of coffee. The vibe is amazing- the entry seats are right next to the open design which gets all the sunlight, the inner space has a unique area for reading/boardgames, then the final part is where the open mic is. I love everything about this place and plan on coming back to try their food menu!

Comfortable, good coffee, lunch options. A nice place to meet someone for a conversation or to get some reading done.

honestly a poor excuse for a cafe! Everything I ate was simultaneously bland and over-salted? Not totally sure how they managed that. Boring! Go elsewhere for a genuine experience.

Manny's is a great space for community events, with lots of comfortable seating and tables, amazing hosts, a nice selection of teas and beers on tap, and a really nice parklet along Valencia. The stage and setup were perfect for the SOTA poetry reading i attended.

This spot is a good place for brunch. I came here with a couple of friends and we squatted a table outside because the inside was packed and didn't have any available seating open. The inside is less of a restaurant vibe and more of a coffee shop with couches and sofas. The menu for brunch was very small, only six items. We ordered a couple of different things: I got the Shasuka, which I thought was delicious. I think the other items on the menu, such as the chicken fajita or the carrot soup, were alright too. Definitely recommend checking out.

Such a special place in the heart of the mission! Mannys hosts so many unique events, whether it's meet and greets with presidential candidates or "super gay superbowl parties", Mannys is protecting so much of the San Francisco character that's harder and harder to find these days.

Went on a Sunday morning, it was very busy. All the tables were taken inside. Not many larger tables for more than 2-3 people. They do have a parklet with outdoor seating, it is in the shade so dress warmly! We ordered 2 iced teas and a cappuccino. The cappuccino was good, but only luke warm. It took over 25 minutes to get our drinks.

This place is awesome. It reminds me of coffee shops in the 90s. A good place to waste time with friends while enjoying some good food and coffee.

Really cute breakfast spot in the mission right on Valencia. Essentially all vegetarian except for smoked salmon so lots of great options for those with dietary restrictions. Casually and food comes out pretty quickly, and prices are reasonable! Would return

This coffee shop claims to be a center for political thought and involvement but today when a very kindly older homeless veteran asked me to buy him a coffee the waitstaff was dismissive and clearly hostile. I bought two coffees, one for a friend and one for this gentleman and the coffee for my friend came in a mug as usual while the coffee for this gentleman came in a to go cup without me ever having asked for it. Staff gave looks askance and definitively seemed like they were trying to usher him out as fast as possible. How hypocritical it is to have a sign for "free coffee and ceasefire" and lettering on the wall calling for more open minds when your actual establishment will shun those in need at home.

This is the coffeehouse/cafe vibe I have been looking for! Lots of seating, couches, causal vibes - perfect! They have a lot of progressive reading material to go through as well as decor. Great place to either work or just hang out with people.

What a find! My favorite part was sitting at the massive window with two comfy couches facing Valencia. For the eats, so many vegetarian options, including a cauliflower hummus bowl, an impossible meat bowl and an eggplant one. The bowls were ample nutritious and delicious, and went well with a side of spicy sauce. The back has a mini library and some comfy benches, a pleasant spot to spend an afternoon at. I wish they do a decaf espresso at some point, not all of us want the jitters.

Food was very mediocre given the price. Service felt cold and hostile, with multiple POC customers being served after other customers who came in later.. hoped it was a bad day and went again since it's on my commute but had a worse experience.

LOOOOVE MANNY!!! Lit the menorah with wonderful Manny yesterday my posse lived for the bathrooms too. Have yourself a song and dance in the wonderful ring light. have a wonderful Hannukah

Took 25 minutes to make my chai latte, which ended up very bland. Worst part was seeing two mice scurrying around the cafe floor. It was an uncomfortable experience and I will not be back.

This place has an amazing atmosphere. The food and drinks are great too. The bathrooms are sparkling clean and the customer service excellent. Come and stay for the vibe, get fed and read a book. This is what a respite from the city hustle looks like...

Unique cafe close to Valencia - it's located right next to a main street and great for grabbing a quite bite or coffee on the go.

The food was absolutely Delicious! Way beyond what I was expecting. So flavorful, so hearty and on top of it all it was healthy! The impossible kofta was so flavorful, the impossible patty was zesty, which complimented the hummus so well - 10/10. The shakshuka was delicious, perfectly runny fried eggs on the top exquisite - 10/10. Great coffee!! Definitely coming back and bringing more friends!

Coffee and games! We played Hive over two delicious iced mochas on a rare hot SF day, and then bought a copy for ourselves.

I came by on a Sunday evening when Manny's was hosting a quiet reading time. I had seen how involved Manny's is with the community and wanted to come by. Ever since the onset of the pandemic, I've been looking for a place to buy a coffee, then sit and do work. THIS is the place - the staff are friendly, the drinks are good, and they have a full menu of food. I ordered a chai latte and sat by the window, which was a great spot to do some people-watching on Valencia. It was my first time coming here - and I'll definitely be back.

Everything I say falls short about this business, it is what I envisioned as my project kudos to Manny for acting on it & making it happen! Come for food, community, coffee, books or events you won't be disappointed!!