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Rose's Cafe, a cozy Breakfast restaurant and Brunch restaurant, serves up delicious Italian-inspired dishes in the heart of San Francisco. Located at 2298 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94123, our Cafe is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. At Rose's Cafe, we're passionate about providing a warm and inviting atmosphere where friends and family can gather to enjoy a great meal. Our menu features a range of mouth-watering options, from fluffy pancakes and omelets to pasta dishes and paninis. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast, a quick lunch, or a leisurely brunch, we've got you covered. As a beloved Italian restaurant in the neighborhood, we take pride in using only the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking methods to create dishes that are both authentic and delicious. So why not stop by Rose's Cafe today and taste the difference for yourself? We can't wait to welcome you!

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Vincent McLeod IV
Vincent McLeod IV -Google user
2 months ago
Just wow! The bread on many dishes is light, fluffy, and just a quality product. The corner location is easily accessible and there is well over 25+ seats outside on a less than busy corner. Accessibility is easy for all patrons. Salmon dishes...Read More
$10–20Atmosphere: 5
A.C. Antonelli
A.C. Antonelli -Google user
9 months ago
Rose’s is a local staple for pretty much any meal, and it won’t take long to understand why. The menu is built around a pretty solid foundation of Italian food, with some American influences sprinkled around. Everything is delicious, and feels and tastes homemade. I...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Misty Dumont
Misty Dumont -Google user
a year ago
Food was delicious. The baked goods were fabulous, coffee cake and chocolate croissants yummy. The table had the stuffed Focaccia, breakfast sandwich and the mushroom spinach pizza. All very tasty and very large portions. Staff was very attentive. Seating available both inside and out.
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Jiwon
Jiwon -Google user
4 years ago
Cute cafe. Seemed the breakfast pizza was popular so we ordered that too along with the clam cream pasta. The clam was a but salty but overall delicious. I loved the dish design especially.
Victoria S.
Victoria S. -Google user
4 years ago
Such a lovely place for breakfast, the vibe reminds you of a cafe in Europe. Service was great and the food even better. Highly recommend the sausage and polenta, breakfast pizza and sandwiches. They also have lavender lemonade which is soo good. Their variety of...Read More
Dine inBreakfast$10–20
Krista Wendle
Krista Wendle -Google user
3 years ago
Perfect little spot to have a bite and sit and think. Food is delicious, and plentiful. Waitstaff is consistent, courteous, and kind. Definitely a great place to come. Has a European vibe. The scrambled egg was cooked absolutely perfectly.
Chase Lumbert
Chase Lumbert -Google user
3 months ago
The server Aina guided me to this insanely good Margherita pizza. While living in North beach I thought that I had tasted the best pizza in town. I was mistaken until today.
Atmosphere: 5
jill abelson
jill abelson -Google user
a year ago
I love this place and go again and again. Great service, atmosphere and food is delicious. After a long day stopped in for a late lunch + do some work last week and got (1) my favorite waitress/server, so professional, attentive and efficient (2) favorite...Read More
Dine inLunch
EL
EL -Google user
2 years ago
Amazing French style breakfast place. The coffee was great. The grilled chicken sausage and polenta with poached eggs was delicious. The polenta was light and creamy and mixed very well with the mild salsa. And to top it off, bread pudding with cinnamon caramelized apples...Read More
Dine inBreakfast$30–50
Akil Iyer
Akil Iyer -Google user
2 years ago
I came in craving a savory brunch, but ended up succumbing to sweetness with no regrets! It was the perfect combo of tender, juicy, caramelized apple on a richly dense French toast bread pudding topped with a delicate, fluffy whipped cream. I absolutely loved the...Read More
Dine inBrunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Rosalie MR
Rosalie MR -Google user
3 years ago
I had such a great time at this cafe! I went here with my family and friends before a wedding dress appt. We got brunch - I got the breakfast pizza and garlic potatoes. The lemonade was a little sour so I recommend asking for...Read More
Paul Sabatini
Paul Sabatini -Google user
a year ago
Delicious food! I suggest the spicy soppressata pizza and roasted eggplant anti-pasta. Fig tart with pistachio gelato was a delight. The service was wonderful along with a very colorful and relaxing atmosphere!
Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5
R “Purple Goat Eater” K
R “Purple Goat Eater” K -Google user
Edited 2 years ago
Thankfully some places remain the same! This neighborhood bistro has always been a spot I fondly think about when visiting the city. The ambiance, service, menu and location are like seeing an old friend.
Dine inDinner$50–100
Chef Tony
Chef Tony -Google user
a year ago
I came here a few weeks back and loved the service and food. Great little spot away from all the other restaurants on Union St.
Shelley Costantini
Shelley Costantini -Google user
Edited 3 years ago
Best brunch! I've been going to Rose's for over 20 years. Cappuccino and croissants are a must and have a new dish each time. Dinner is delicious, too!
Emi Che
Emi Che -Google user
a week ago
Fantastic place. Very friendly staff today. Food was super good. Recommended breakfast spot!
Breakfast$30–50Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkOutdoor patio / terrace
The Orozco's Living Life
The Orozco's Living Life -Google user
2 years ago
I am from the Los Angeles area and I was recommended this place. I had the breakfast pizza. It was smoke ham with 2 overmedium eggs. Something different and I have to say very delicious. The dough was crispy and delicious. Will return when in...Read More
Dine inBreakfast$20–30Atmosphere: 5Breakfast Pizza with Smoked Ham Fontina & Eggs
Stephen
Stephen -Google user
2 years ago
Great brunch spot! The garlic potatoes were a great app -- ketchup was homemade too! Had the smoked salmon breakfast pizza, which was also very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Jon Langbert
Jon Langbert -Google user
2 years ago
Very friendly and attentive staff. Really enjoyed the smoked salmon pizza. Drip coffee was fine, too. A bit surprised when breakfast for two came out to $100, but such is life.
Dine inBreakfast$50–100Atmosphere: 4
Zhou Li
Zhou Li -Google user
2 years ago
My salad and pizza are soooo good. Only a little bit disappointed that the waitress constantly pushing us to pay for the bill without any client waiting there. Kind of annoying. But food is really good.
Sam Foley
Sam Foley -Google user
5 years ago
Love this neighborhood cafe. The outdoor seating is straight off a street in Paris. We went with the Breakfast Pizza to try something different it was delicious- like a breakfast sandwich but better! It is a must try.
MBS Pellegrino
MBS Pellegrino -Google user
3 years ago
Steelhead trout with fresh veggies was delicious & flavor explosion! My husband loved the burger, and their bread was delicious. We shared a side of cauliflower which we both enjoyed. It was nice to sit outside, and they have heaters. We've always enjoyed our dinners...Read More
Kathleen Hunting
Kathleen Hunting -Google user
6 years ago
I ate a lovely quaint brunch here a bit on the early side on Saturday morning. It's a small but delicious menu and the staff was so wonderful and courteous. They made excellent recommendations and brought everything out promptly. The …
Jessica
Jessica -Google user
2 years ago
What a cute little place! There are some interesting options on the menu, including dozens of flavors of Italian soda, and unique presentations of sandwiches (the salmon cozy is salmon and veggies wrapped in toasted flatbread). There's …
Annabelle Abba Brownell
Annabelle Abba Brownell -Google user
4 years ago
I've enjoyed this cafe ever since I lived in San Francisco about twenty years ago. Their cafe latte is served in a bowl and is my absolute favorite. The pizza oven churns out the most delicious breakfast pizza you can imagine - crisp...Read More
Nabil Chouba
Nabil Chouba -Google user
a year ago
As someone who come from Europe/UK/Tunisian I got shocked by the wild amarican rework on classic dishes, it’s completely different dishes that don’t taste or look like European one anymore 😂 …
Colleen Teel
Colleen Teel -Google user
a month ago
Old school feel with a unique delicious menu. All three of us thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast and latte’s
Breakfast$10–20Atmosphere: 53-4 peopleNo wait
Lydia parrot
Lydia parrot -Google user
a week ago
The food, ambiance and staff are PERFECTION! Order the Salmon Cozy, personal favorite 🤗
$20–30Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkNo waitPaid street parkingKid Friendly!
Hannah
Hannah -Google user
3 weeks ago
Such a great spot for coffee and breakfast We stumbled across it after going to see Mrs.doubtfire house …
mmaier58
mmaier58 -Google user
8 months ago
I come here on and off for the past 15 years. Rose's has not lost a thing - great food, great vibe, and a killer location, especially for outdoor seating. Always a perfect brunch. No lunch time reservationsand long waits on nice weekend …

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Service options

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Highlights

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Accessibility

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Dining options

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Atmosphere

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Crowd

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Planning

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Children

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