NOOK
Wine bar · Nob Hill ·
Cafe by day, wine bar by night; great sandwiches
Cafe by day, wine bar by night; great sandwiches
"From the outside, Nook in Russian Hill seems like a very conservative choice. Outdoor tables, a chill vibe, potted plants. But when you get inside, this cafe/wine bar does something completely wild. They serve granola with milk and yogurt. In the same bowl. Would you serve a gin and vodka martini? A ham and cheese and chocolate croissant? No. Besides the brief granola break, Nook is a reliable neighborhood hang in Russian Hill for breakfast, lunch, and Happy Hour. It’s easy, it's never too crowded, and it has a comfortable, homey vibe. While they have their slip-ups—the occasional cold oatmeal an out of proportion bread-to-filling ratio on some sandwiches, Nook delivers on coffee, granola, bagels, and generally good quick eats. The free wifi on weekdays is clutch, and Nook also stocks a solid case of pastries, a lot of them gluten-free. On a nice day, it’s pretty ideal to grab an outdoor table, watch the cable cars cruise by, and pretend to be a tourist. Food Rundown Lox & Bagel The bagels here are exceptionally good for SF and they give you half a salmon’s worth of lox. Always a good choice. Breakfast Sandwiches Prep your taste buds for a lot of hot sauce because they’re pretty bland. Not bad, but not especially exciting either. Granola The actual granola is delicious. Make sure you remind them not to top it with all the dairy products in the fridge. Salads Good but small. You will need to eat more - and they have a tendency to over-dress. The beet salad with goat cheese and the shrimp, avocado, and grapefruit top our list. Chicken Pesto Sandwich We’re fans of the grilled chicken and pesto on a whole wheat baguette. Olive Tapenade, Hummus, Tomato, Artichokes, Capers Too many ingredients, but not enough of any of them. Heavy on the ciabatta, which is good, but you’re better off going for a sandwich with chicken." - Taylor Abrams
"One of the best breakfasts in the neighborhood is also on a picturesque corner. Nook does a pretty damn good bagel with lox, and we like the granola, too. At lunchtime, skip the salads and go for the hummus plate with pita, cucumbers, and tomatoes. The space isn’t huge, but there’s wifi, so you can also try to get some work done. We love the Happy Hour (5-7pm) with extremely inexpensive deals on house wines and beer." - will kamensky, julia chen 1, ricky rodriguez
"Wifi: Yes Like the name suggests, Nook is on the smaller side. So, if you’re traveling with an entourage of accessories, table space will be an issue. But otherwise, this Russian Hill cafe is a great spot to grab lunch and take care of business. Skip the salads and go for the hummus plate with pita, cucumbers, and tomatoes, or the smoked salmon bagel." - lani conway, julia chen 1, ricky rodriguez
"A cozy restaurant that combines modern American with Italian fare, The Nook Kitchen is where to go for a low-key dining experience when you want a traditional or white pizza. Other tasty options include braised pork and almond-crusted salmon." - MATADOR_NETWORK
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