The Best Cafes For Bringing Children And For Doing Work In

By: Kyrie Sismaet By: Kyrie Sismaet | April 28, 2022

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With many of us working from home, for a good majority, that means you may be sharing your home office with a few kiddo companions. Thankfully if everyday starts to feel like take-your-kid-to-work day, San Francisco hosts plenty of kid-friendly cafes that are perfect for both getting work done, and nourishing yourself and your children.

These cafes we have rounded up are the best for their menu fit for adults and youngsters alike, as well as their overall ambience and productive atmosphere to sooth cabin fever next time you want a change of scenery.

Sisters Coffee Shop

920 Valencia St / Website

This Valencia storefront is just as cute as they are friendly, delicious, and lovely for working in. Their plentiful amounts of seating in their adorable and relaxing shop matches their expansive drink and food menu, guaranteeing a satisfying location to sit down and do some work while the kids snack on their handmade orders and admire the princess-like decor.

Daily Driver

2535 3rd St / Website

Daily Driver is known for their spacious and playful interior perfect for settling into a nook with your kids on either of their airy two floors. Take a seaside walk around its Dogpatch neighborhood before coming in and refueling with a fresh, wood-fired bagel with lox and homemade cream cheese that any age will enjoy.

Pinhole Coffee

231 Cortland Ave / Website

Pinhole is a Bernal Heights wonderland for both adults and kids. With their imaginative decor using tree trunks for chairs and tables, colorful wall panels, and coffee-themed playsets to sell for kids, stopping in here will be a delight for both your kids and you once you taste their fine Linea espresso and many pastries.

Automat

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1801 McAllister St / Website

Similar to the top two, NoPa's Automat has been revered by kids and adults alike for their whimsical and hip aesthetic, their pleasant ambience, and delicious food (we recommend the fried chicken sandwich) and sweet pastries (kids will definitely love their cream filled donuts!).

Aside from their numerous delectable menu items and top-quality coffee, their makeshift standing desk at the windowsill is made to stimulate productivity for the adults, making it perfect for a workday out of the home.

Coffee To The People

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1206 Masonic Ave / Website

This Haight Ashbury joint is a classic for being inviting and just being able to hang out in while even picking up a book or board game. With their large interior, it will be easy to find your corner to set up your laptop and even play some games, all while ordering a refreshing pick me up. Your kids will also love exploring around the cool shops in the Haight as well!

Duboce Park Cafe

2 Sanchez St / Website

What is better than sitting at a cafe that serves amazing food and directly faces a sunny dog park? Your kids (and yourself) will love this adorable cornerstone in Duboce for their amicable service, light ambience, and scrumptious offerings. Whether you choose to do some work and lounge outdoors or in, just be sure to keep your child (and your inner kid) from wanting to pet every cute tail-wagging patron that approaches.

With these coffeeshops as cute and aesthetic as they are filling and stimulating for productivity, they are the perfect work spots to keep everyone of any age happy!

If you happen to be downtown, your kids will also love exploring these 10 Best Urban Spaces In The Financial District.



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