Bella Cafe

San Francisco, CA · Coffee shop

Rating
4.7/5
★★★★★ 4.7
Reviews
20
Rank in San Francisco
#248
of 3401 restaurants
City Percentile
80%
rating percentile
Address
Bella Cafe, 12 Tillman Pl, San Francisco, CA 94108
Phone
(415) 385-7911
Website
bellacafesf.com
Status
Closed · Opens 9 AM

Bella Cafe is a restaurant located in San Francisco, CA. It is one of 3,401 restaurants listed in San Francisco. Its 4.7-star rating is above the San Francisco city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Bella Cafe

At Bella Café, we celebrate the art of coffee and community. Inspired by the warmth of Italian family gatherings, our café offers espresso classics, delicious food, and a place to unwind and connect. Beautiful coffee, beautiful moments — that’s... More

Hours

Saturday9 AM–8 PM
SundayClosed
Monday8 AM–8 PM
Tuesday8 AM–8 PM
Wednesday8 AM–8 PM
Thursday8 AM–8 PM
Friday8 AM–8 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Sophia meri · Dec 2025

I visited Bella Cafe recently and had a genuinely lovely experience. The atmosphere is warm, cozy, and welcoming, making it a great spot for catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet moment alone. The interior is tastefully decorated, with comfortable seating and soft music that doesn’t overpower conversation. I ordered a cappuccino and a croissant, and both exceeded my expectations. The coffee was rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced, clearly made with quality beans. The croissant was fresh, flaky, and buttery, tasting like it came straight from a bakery. Service was another highlight of my visit. The staff were friendly, attentive, and patient, taking time to explain menu options and make recommendations. My order came out quickly, even though the cafe was fairly busy at the time. Pri

★★★★★ 5.0 Mark Brogger · Oct 2025

My favorite union Square lunch place. Bella Café is such a hidden gem! The La Traviata sandwich is insanely good; fresh ingredients and tons of flavor. The Italian pastries and desserts all look amazing (and taste just as good!). Super dog-friendly spot with the nicest, most welcoming family-run team. You can really feel the love here.

★★★★★ 5.0 Kristen McIlhargey · Nov 2025

My friend and I discovered this charming cafe a few days ago. It is tucked away in a little corridor which adds to its charm. Today I went and ordered an americano. They even brought me a personal container of oat milk. I ordered a sandwich with mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, and it was wonderful. One of the young men who was working came and poured me a glass of water at my table, and left a pitcher if I needed more. This is an authentic Italian cafe. The owner walked me through the different sandwich options and explained things to me. Everyone I spoke to was so kind, helpful, and friendly. I loved the coziness and authenticity of this cafe. A true gem!!

★★★★★ 5.0 Jay Rose · Oct 2025

Bella Café is an absolute gem in San Francisco! I stopped in for a coffee and was blown away by how good everything was. The Illy coffee is excellent—smooth, rich, and perfectly made. My cappuccino was one of the best I’ve had anywhere. I also tried their antipasto plate, and it was outstanding. Freshly sliced meats rolled and plated beautifully with roasted peppers, olives, grapes, basil, and shaved Parmesan. Everything tasted fresh and authentic, like something you’d get in a little Italian café. The dessert case is a showstopper. Each pastry looks like it belongs in a bakery window in Europe. I had a lemon tart, and it was perfectly balanced—tangy, sweet, and light. Next time I’ll definitely try more of their pastries because they all looked amazing. The café itself is clean, modern,

★★★★★ 5.0 Slothytheboss · Feb 2026

Italians who run this place & know coffee traditions. I wish they played classical or Italian music instead of 1980’s soft rock headache music that we hear all day everyday. Great spot nice people & illy cafe

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Outdoor Seating ✓ No Contact Delivery ✓ Delivery ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Fast Service ✓ Great Coffee ✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating ✓ Alcohol ✓ Beer ✓ Cocktails

Services

Coffee shop

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