Cafe Franco

Seriously amazing across the board. The chef / owner is super friendly, the atmosphere is beautiful with a view of the bay, and the FOOD has been delicious every time.

Super awesome place! Hubby and I ate here 2x already and can't wait to enjoy more tasty meals and soups!

Edit to add: NEWLY REOPENED & they plan on opening up this weekend, too! So be prepared for hour changes :)

My experience at the cafe is phenomenal, the atmosphere is cozy and quiet, and I was also served a wonderful handcrafted tuna melt sandwich, and served a generous amount of salad as my side from one of the cafe workers, greatest tuna melt I’ve ever had, will definitely go again.

Excellent place, everything they have is reasonably priced and flavorful. I have had coffee beer and cookies and have no complaints. The place is part of the international hostel organization and you get that feel when you're there. Right outside is a beautiful view of the San Francisco Bay.

This cafe is an absolute hidden gem. The cafe has the best views of the golden gate bridge, Alcatraz, and the bay. The staff is amazing! They are very friendly, cheerful and helpful. I adore this cafe, and I would recommended it to anyone.

Cheese bagel and cream cheese with avocado onion and cucumber, delicious!!

Sandwich was amazing
Coffee wasn’t that good

Wonderful cafe with a great view! Loved the food, amazing music and excellent beer and wine selection. Internet works great. Nice spot to get some work done, meet friends, or just enjoy a delicious meal. Very affordable and employees are super sweet!

Cute little gem in the quiet and historic park of Fort Mason, hidden in Hi hostel. The food is home-made, healthy and very tasty. The café is also very eco-conscious with focus on locally sourced ingredients and zero-waste practices. I think it's a great place to grab a nutritious affordable snack or coffee and escape the hustle and bustle of the city.

Great little place tucked behind a hostel. I found it on google maps and wasn’t staying there so couldn’t find it at first. It’s up a staircase behind the hostel (harbor side of building). The quiche was delicious. Highly recommend.

Great secret spot for locals to show tourists a great view of the bay, Fort Mason and Alcatraz. Sure there are plenty of hostelers most times.

Great service, and reasonable prices for food in the area. It's got treehouse/secret clubhouse vibes in the best way possible. Great place to get a view of the water and just chill for a bit!

Great hidden gem of a coffee shop. Coffee is great the view is even better!

A bit of a hidden gem, tucked away inside the hostel in Fort Mason. Basic food fare focused on fresh made salads and sandwiches, but all well made at a good price. Has a communal feel, no surprise given that it's embedded in the hostel building, but takes it one additional step in asking patrons to wash their own dishes (please). Unusual, but it triggered a healthy discussion with my young kids about helping.

Cafe inside the hostel
The tea is made from real loose-leaf tea, not tea bags. Great selection!

Best experience ever... over a "French quiche" and a delicious latte. Honestly, I can say this is one of the best experiences I have ever. I got lucky and did not use an app or directions to find this place. I "followed my nose" and I founded this hidden gem. And then, meeting other travelers is a plus, specially surrounded by the most beautiful views of the Bay. I'll be back soon for more quiche. Hector Villablanca.

Great little cafe with bay views! Good food for a good price. Try the baked goods, especially the zucchini bread. The owner is a great baker (and a very nice human as well)

Overall a great experience, loved my sandwich and my coffee. Made to my liking. Very friendly staff and great vibe.

Awesome spot!! Amazing views of the bay and possibly the most affordable and delicious sandwiches and salads anywhere in the bay area.

Cool little cafe tucked away in this oasis of a hostel. Rub elbows with the non locals. Fun!