Blue Bottle Coffee

I am not a coffee drinker but this place makes me wanna enjoy a coupe of latte. Absolutely delicious. Unlike any coffee I have ever had. Consistent quality. I have had this about 10 times now.

Took the recommendation from another Unilocaler on have a New Orleans style iced coffee, specifically on the hot day it was today. It was fantastic and the the baristas were even better!

Get the three Africans pour-​over and don’t do anything to it. No sugar etc. best cup of coffee ever.

The kindest staff, the best coffee. I can only dream of having blue bottle in Austin.
The smoothest iced coffee I’ve ever had. I dream of this stuff. Literally liquid gold hahah
Also, beautiful and simple marketing with the blue bottle logo and blue straw. Love it so much
Plus, the ferry building is just super cool to check out

I was introduced to this place back in 2012? Lol by a friend of mine from law school. Affogato! It was so delicious that I came back almost every other day till I noticed that i had gained a substantial amount of weight lol
I come visit from time to time but there seems always be a line in front of blue bottle coffee:(

This was the best coffee I had on my California trip. I’ve been eager to try Blue Bottle since I have been considering their monthly shipping program. The staff was very friendly and helpful in deciding what type of coffee I should try to best understand their roast. I got a black drip coffee and my wife got a latte. We loved both.
Tip: There are two windows you can order from.
Tip #2: Take your coffee down to the other end of Ferry Market near the water (by Peet’s coffee). There’s a lot of open chairs their to enjoy your coffee while watching the water from inside.

Been to this place to relax and have a coffee. Finally ordered for a Orlando cold coffee. I really didn’t like this flavour totally dissapointed this time. Finally I understood it is completely hype about this flavour. But cappuccino is a good try and three monkey is. Good try for who want coffee a bit sweet. A b big outlet for a coffee shop is interesting with cool n peaceful interior.
I love designing of paper cup colour
Coffee: ³⁄₅
Interiors :4/​5
Service: self service

I feel like I’m the last person to jump on the Blue Bottle bandwagon and be in complete awe. Why did it take me this long?! Ugh, now I’m annoyed at myself. The wifey and me frequented the Ferry Building location and of course it was busy but shockingly not that long of a wait. Since it was a beautiful and warm day in the city– I know, rare, we both decided on the New Orleans iced coffee and a waffle. FYI– you don’t have to add anything to that iced coffee because it is completely perfect. As for the waffle, crazy good. If I can have breakfast waffles made like that at home– I’d never leave, have a weight problem, but be happy as a friggin’ clam.

This is considered by many to be the best coffee available anywhere, especially in San Francisco.
The founder of the company has a strong focus on quality coffee and it really shows in the product. There’s a couple of dedicated blue bottle locations and some other retail places/​cafes that’ll serve it but this review is for the main location inside the ferry building (not the walk up outside facing Embarcadero.
Parking is typical for SF which means that you’ll be coming here by some way which does not involve driving. The good news here is that the ferry building is kind of a hub for non car transportation options. There’s literally a dozen ways to get here that do not involve driving.
The coffee products here are splendid perfection. The drip coffee is magnificent, and the espresso is the best I’ve had in America. Ditto for the latte’s. The pastries are also extraordinarily tasty. To summarize pretty much anything you order here will be awesome.
Now for the slightly negative news. There is always a line here. It’s not always very organized. Upon occasion people who really should know better will just run up and grab whatever coffee is yelled out regardless of what they ordered. That’s happened twice to me, and I regret to say I was less then gracious when it occurred the second time. the staff are really awesome, and another coffee was made w/​o issue from the staff both for me, and the other guy who came back to complain that he didn’t order a latte. Typically the line in front is for people who are not in a hurry, want a pastry/​food option, or don’t really know what they want.
There is another way to get coffee in a flash and bypass that line however. Around the corner-​the one on the way to the ocean facing exit and bathrooms-​there is a little walk up window for basic orders. This is not to be confused with the walk up in another part of the building, this one is attached to the main café. Perfect for an espresso to go, or a coffee and a danish. This window has much much less of a line, and serves the same coffee. There is no menu board so you need to know what you want. Serving time tends to be quicker as well, but if you need to take the selfie to prove you were here do it with the main front in the background as the walk up counter is not as an attractive setting.
Not the most cost effective option as just coffee and a sweet can run close to ten bucks, depending on what you order, but the quality is much better then average.

There are two lines but you can skip the wait and go outside where there’s another blue bottle coffee location!
Workers are so friendly and the menu is super simple. If you like sweet drinks, you probably won’t like Blue Bottle Coffee. They have simple syrup for you to add to your drink. They also sell coffee beans and ice coffee containers for you to take to go.
Lines were long but it moved pretty quickly. I like how the people working took their time to make designs on each cup of coffee. We ordered 2 cappuccinos and it was about $ 8. There’s only one size and it was pretty small but the coffee was creamy, but strong. I had to add some sugar in mine but my sisters BF enjoyed his cappuccino without sugar.
Philz Tesoro and Mint Mojito are pretty good but you have to try Blue bottle coffee!

Oh hell yeah. I’m glad my lawyer’s office is just down the street from here. When I visit, they know not to show me that break room coffee.
To get to Blue Bottle at the Ferry Building, I’ll walk past Peets and a couple Starbucks, but hey, it’s worth it. I even come to my meetings early so I can savor a sip all by myself and watch the folks come off the ferry.
It’s my chill time before the hectic action called my work day starts.

I didn’t really enjoy Blue Bottle that much, but I am going to 3 star instead of 2 star because I feel like it’s partly my fault. I was looking for a cool little coffee shop to hang out and get some work done in, but at the Ferry Building it’s basically just a stand, there’s nowhere to sit and hang out.
Also, I’ve never tried coffee before so usually in coffee shops I’ll get tea or something else and I feel like there weren’t a ton of options for a non-​coffee drinker! I had a hot chocolate, and that wasn’t really that great either. Maybe I was just in a weird mood that day. It is a coffee shop though so I feel like I can’t ding them too much for not catering to me lol.

The only stand alone Blue Bottle in SF.
It is always a long line of tourists but I wouldn’t expect anything else from the Ferry Building.
Blue Bottle is delicious for its distinct flavor and high quality coffee but it has a totally different vibe from the custom order factor and specialty flavors at Philz.
Get the New Orleans iced coffee or live in darkness.

Gave this hyped up coffee place a shot. Went to the location in the SF Ferry Building with a friend of mine and was a bit disappointed. I should mention I do not drink coffee at all and I ordered their hot chocolate. Something positive about the drink would be their milk/​foam art. I had a pretty leaf on my hot chocolate. However, the negative aspect of the hot chocolate would be the taste. It was too thick for me to enjoy and some what dry and bitter. It tasted like I was consuming dark chocolate that was melted into a drink. I did not finish my entire drink due to the taste. I like my hot chocolate sweet and not bitter. Perhaps for milk be added to the drink and not too much chocolate. I’ll probably give it another chance to see if i’d change my mind about their hot chocolate.
I would come back, but only if the line was short and other coffee shops near by are out of hot chocolate. Also, i’ve heard from my friend that their coffee is amazing so if you do drink coffee do ask them for recommendations

Walked by this blue bottle coffee and couldnt resist it. it was a hot day so I was going to opt for a iced coffee. Upon lining up, I notice they also sell affogato! First time I see that in a blue bottle coffee, or I could have missed it on the other ones… Anyway, i like their espresso they used that day, it wasn’t the hayes valley one, it was more citrus-​y. It matches their caramel icecream really good!

I tried to remember what this part of the ferry building was like before blue bottle came in. Before the long line of hip, knowledgable, &/​or caffeine hungry folks became a permanent fixture.
Know what?
I couldn’t remember.
Sure, I remember when Slanted Door moved in & how it was packed everyday & night. And Molinari’s Deli having a spot for a while. But this part of the ferry building without a line & the smell of fantastic blue bottle coffee? I get nothing.
Blue Bottle has been synonymous w good coffee in San Francisco for years, but now it has become so too w the ferry building. Fuel up w your cup of choice on a cold foggy morning, on your way to or from your ferry, or to start your perusing of vendors.
There’s nothing you can do about the line. Just take in the sights, sounds, & the scents.
4 stars.

How do I know if this is the best coffee in the world? The line was too long to find out. Last Saturday there were two lines starting in different places and each without about ten people in it waiting for… wait for it… coffee.
I’ve drank a lot of coffee, but what in the world makes this coffee better than any other coffee? i don’t know, and, frankly, it’s unlikely that I’ll ever find out. One day, when there’s no line, I’ll try… but until then… I need a shorter line…

I can’t help myself but stop at one of their location whenever I am in the area.
While the menu i very simple, i go for the mocha every time and enjoy it immensely,
Service is great, they get through the lines quickly and really know their coffee.
Prices are ok, I wish they offered more sizes, i get two to go just to last me longer than a few minutes.
Not only is the coffee high quality, but so is the chocolate they use, worth a stop!

I love this place! It is my go-​to for coffee in San Francisco. This location is a particular favourite because once you buy your coffee, you can take it outside and sit along the water. This location consistently has a line, but the drinks are well worth the wait! Skip Starbucks and go to Blue Bottle!
A little secret tip: there are two windows at which you can order a drink… most people don’t realize the second one.

After the ice cream, we decided to wash it down with some iced coffee. Across the way was Blue Bottle Coffee. Even though there’s a Blue Bottle location near me in Venice, it is always a nice treat.

What can I say that has not already been said. A blue bottle coffee, a sunny day, and a nice bench outside of the ferry building looking at the water and people watching. How can you go wrong?

After getting Blue Bottle cold brew at various Whole Foods locations throughout San Jose, it was nice to go straight to (one of) the source (s). Service was super fast on Friday night when there was almost not a peep to be heard in the Ferry Building, though I think you could probably hear my husband raving about the taste of his coffee all the way back to our hotel room.
The next day, it was obviously busier than not and service wasn’t as friendly, but it still sure was fast despite the line. They have a cute, clean little set up and the choices of bags of coffee you can purchase seemed like they were always well-​organized and fully stocked. It was an enjoyable experience going to the Blue Bottle stall and I’ll look forward to coming back again.

we’ve had your coffees in LA and SF before, but didn’t realize how amazing your hocho was. if you like hot chocolate on cold rainy days to give you that feeling inside that coffee can’t give, blue bottle is a must have, just make sure to order it extra hot.
we will be regulars in your LA locations for sure but how can we get some cold and rain to go with it?

you will certainly get a very consistent cup of pour over coffee here, but will pay premium and stand in an incredibly long line. There are two places to pay for coffee and one is typically cash only and no espresso drinks. They sell some of their very limited release whole beans, as well as retail goods for homebrewing. Of the staff are friendly, there’s very little time to chitchat as this is the coffee place in the ferry terminal marketplace. Good option for an after meal, warm drink, or something to go with your dessert.

Long lines. Crowding around the stand to order. Heading to the pickup window far left.
Well, there’s another option now.
They’ve open an outdoor kiosk with tables and chairs just south of Gott’s Roadside outdoor terrace. It is right up against the building so it’s easy to find.
On a recent cold morning of market shopping, I sauntered to this stand on the northwest side of the building and read their menu. After a quick study, I ordered a hot chocolate for now (
) and a double chocolate cookie (
) for later. The hot chocolate hit the spot as it was just hot enough. The best part was that it was only lightened sweetened, unlike those prepackaged Nestle powders from my childhood days. There is a sugar and cream section just a stones throw away if you want to jazz it up.
The cookie was, like the hot chocolate, not overly sweet and the dark chocolate flavors were strong. Too bad that I waited a bit long (a day or two later) as the cookie was on the hard side by the time I got to it.
Will be back if a) there is a long line inside at their main store and b) the mornings continue to be this cold! Happy 2016!

The entire building was packed and of course, the line for Blue Bottle was one of the longest.
I got the New Orleans — I think it’s their signature? I originally wanted a latte but the barista kept pushing for the New Orleans.​The coffee tastes a bit like a iced macchiato but more rich. Not too sweet or too bitter.

Great coffee and also aesthetically bee-​eautiful and this one is in the Ferry Building, so it’s even nicer. Great for tourists, coffee snobs, and non coffee snobs alike.
Grab a cup and walk around the little corners of this pretty building. It’s the equivalent of Chelsea Market in New York.

By no means am I a coffee snob, but I feel like Blue Bottle is hyped up. I had their New Orleans coffee, but it didn’t taste like anything special other than that it was strong and bitter. I was also disappointed that they ran out of retail coffee beans. I do like their simple interior and the service was efficient.
This location is just a stand and doesn’t offer the «coffee house hangout experience.»
Given its long lines, I’d rather opt for Peet’s or Starbucks. However, I’ll come back to try their other items to see what the hype is about.

We were in the area and came by for a couple of coffees and a shortbread… we had a new orleans and a macchiato. The service was efficient. The stand is set up in a very open plan area. It does not have the Blue Bottle feel of most other locations. So it is coffee without the environment and feel!
The coffee was good. Not the best of the Blue Bottle group and maybe that is because it came in a take out cup… my favourite Blue Bottle destination is still at Mint Plaza…

Excellent mocha. I much prefer it to the latte. But regardless of what you get, take it outside the Ferry Building and walk around because it’s absolutely gorgeous.

Damn, this was so good!
I’m no coffee expert, but this was delicious IMO. I had the café au lait, and it simply tasted like lovely roasted coffee beans. Loud & clear.
There was almost no bitterness at all, which was appreciated. I hate bitter coffee!

Every time I’d pass by Blue Bottle on my way to the Farmer’s Market, there would always be an INSANE line waiting for coffee. I’m never patient enough to wait, but today, the line was not bad at all.
I decided to try their iced coffee, and immediately fell in love. The coffee was rich, and the ice cubes they use were large cubes (the kind that you might see in your fancy scotch), and the size of the cubes allow the ice to melt slower so that your drink won’t be diluted.
Blue Bottle does live up to the hype– I only wish they’d make various sized cups.

Yes, this was probably the one of the most delicious tiny cups of coffee I’ve had in my lifetime. I didn’t really think I was a coffee snob, but I’m finding that the iced coffee I’ve been drinking faithfully from Starbucks doesn’t even come close to places like this. I was a little upset that I couldn’t get more because the cups are so small. Should I have ordered two? For myself? Haha
While the ferry building is always busy throughout the day, there is no way to anticipate when the lines will be short. While I was standing in line for ice cream across the walkway, I saw the line go from about 10 people deep to 2. Good luck :)
Blue bottle, like many of the other establishments along the inside of the ferry building, don’t have seating, but there are several options outside, complete with great views of the bay!
I saw several people talking selfies with their coffee and the very cute and iconic sign. DO IT! No shame!

Anyone who cannot tell this is the most superior coffee in the world should have their tastebuds examined. Seriously. This is the evolution of coffee at its finest.
Yes the line is long but yes, each cup is hand crafted to perfection.
I first discovered Blue Bottle on a trip to SF about four years ago and could never replicate the experience anywhere else. You cannot imagine how excited I was to find Red Window Coffee in LA carrying Blue Bottle beans. It’s amazing don’t get me wrong but the original Blue Bottle experience is definitely memorable and one held in the highest of regards.

I had a New Orleans iced coffee. It’s very average to me. I can make better at home with some simple Café Du Monde and condensed milk.
It reminds me of a iced macchiato or even a light Viet coffee but not as good as any. Overpriced and overhyped for a small meh cup of coffee.
I wanted my coffee sweeter but they only had cane sugar which made it difficult to dissolve in my coffee.

I have always seen the lines in the Ferry Building but it took me almost a year to try out Blue Bottle Coffee today. Well, now I see what the craze is all about. Their coffees are indeed a piece of art, every cup!
I ordered a latte and was really impressed the way the Barista took time to create the masterpiece. I really liked the flavor. And also, not to forget about the latte art.
Do not let the long lines deter you. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee keeps you company while you contemplate on what to try. They have a very limited menu (that gets the line moving faster) and also pricier, but oh, its still worth it.

Gee, now that I’ve been to the new, classically stylish Blue Bottle at 115 Sansome (review:
), it’s a bit difficult to appreciate the smaller outposts like this one at the Ferry Building. This location is also burdened by the overbearing foot traffic of both tourists and commuters, which of course is compounded by the long queues that form for family-​friendly Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream right across the hallway. If you get past the churning crowds generated by these two complementary businesses on a Saturday afternoon, then you are a more dexterous man than I am. Probably skinnier, too.
And yet for all these barriers, it’s still worthwhile to get a $ 4.25 Caffe Latte here (photo:
).It’s the smoothest brew you can get on this side of the Embarcadero (sorry Peet’s), and they gratefully renovated and expanded the space to accommodate the burgeoning caffeine addicts. No longer are you relegated to the side order window, and the line feels like it goes marginally faster as a result. Listen, Blue Bottle is worthwhile in almost any setting, and that includes the stand on Linden Alley in Hayes Valley where I had my very first one. So if you’re hankering for a fix at the Ferry Building, just make you don’t order it five minutes before your ferry departure.
COFFEE — 4.5 stars… still a smooth latte that is not easily duplicated elsewhere
AMBIANCE — 3.5 stars… more spacious now but still crazed at the Ferry Building
SERVICE — 4 stars… nicer baristas than you would expect
TOTAL — 4 stars… when Blue Bottle calls, you must answer

I know so many people that rave about Blue Bottle Coffee, but I just don’t understand the hype for this place. I’ve tried this place twice, the first time ordering a hot mocha, which I didn’t quite like and the second time, ordering what I heard some people rave about… the New Orleans Iced Coffee. The New Orleans Iced Coffee includes milk, cane sugar, and roasted chicory. It’s was not bad, but I didn’t think it was amazing or anything. I’ll admit, it wasn’t too sweet or too bitter and had just enough milk, which I did like. I guess the best part is that it’s all organic.
This place always has a line and the prices are not cheap (for coffee). The hot mocha is now $ 5, the New Orleans Iced Coffee is $ 4.00, and the Café Latte is $ 4.25. There is only one size, which is not medium or large. Everything is to-​go as there is no seating for the store. For me, the customer service was average as the worker that took my order and made my drink was not friendly or rude. Would I come back here? I probably would if I’m in the area just because I like coffee, but I definitely wouldn’t go out of my way to come here.

I’ve heard so many great things about Blue Bottle Coffee Co. I feel like when I’m in SF, there’s always this debate over which is better, Philz coffee or Blue Bottle. Well, since I finally tried both places, I can give you an honest answer. I LIKE BOTH! The thing is that both places are so different. From Philz, I always enjoyed an iced drink and at Blue Bottle I tried out the latte.
The latte here was pretty damn good. I’ve worked as a barista before elsewhere and I was never the biggest fan of a normal latte, but they sure know how to make a delicious one here. The foam was perfect and you can still taste all of the espresso even with the steamed milk taking over the cup.
Overall, I really enjoyed the latte at Blue Bottle Coffee Co. A definite must if you want a hot cup of coffee in the chilly SF weather.

Tout simplement le meilleur café de ma vie!!! Sans rire cette adresse, est l’adresse du café, j’y ais pris un latté est c’était juste fantastique, pour tous dire il n’y a pas tous les café proposé par cette petite chaine.
Un petit peut d’attente mais vraiment ça vaut le coup !!!