ilana Coffee

Super nice family cafeVery friendly serviceI always stop by for a latteMuffins are top notch

I was craving a bánh mì so I stopped by on a Tuesday during lunch time. Even though they're called Ilana Coffee, they offer a lot more than coffee. During a previous visit, I tried their Vietnamese iced coffee, which was milky, strong, and perfectly sweetened. I ordered the Combination Vietnamese Sandwich ($7.25+tax) w/no jalapeño.+Baguette had a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior: Didn't scratch the roof of my mouth.+Good variety of cold cuts (chả lụa, head cheese, pâté) +Plenty of fresh, crunchy vegetables (cilantro, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon radish)+Sandwich was split in 1/2, which made it easier to eat.*Verdict: This is now one of my favorite bánh mì! The owner is also kind and patient, and it didn't take too long to receive my order.

Great local spot just outside of the Richman district. It is on Crescent street. We were looking for a spot to grab lunch in the city and came across this place. It is run by a husband and wife team that makes all of the sandwiches from scratch. This is a coffee shop yes, but with great Vietnamese sandwiches. They have excellent American and Vietnamese coffees, as well. They are very friendly and make excellent sandwiches. Just be patient as I mentioned they are a husband and wife team that work alone. Thank you so much for the great coffee and sandwiches.

Ilana Coffee is a cozy, neighborhood cafe that serves great drinks and yummy food. This was my first time at Ilana, and I was thoroughly impressed. We ordered the Lemon Bar, Blueberry Cheese Danish, Breakfast Bagel, Cappuccino, and Vietnamese Coffee. Everything we ordered exceeded our expectations. For the Breakfast Bagel, the bagel itself was super soft, not over-toasted or hard. It was perfect. Pricing is very cost-efficient. The service is friendly and welcoming. I will be visiting again very soon!

Possibly some of the best Vietnamese iced coffee in the city. Ilana is a local Richmond District spot on Clement Street in the outer avenues and has typical "bodega fare" like bagels, croissant sandwiches, and yes, coffee. But the real star is the cà phê sữa đá or Vietnamese Iced Coffee. A medium size is just under $5, and a large is almost $7. A little pricey, but the coffee is rich, sweet, and almost chocolatey in decadence. Meters aren't enforced until 9am, so if you can find parking on Clement, Ilana is a perfect spot if you're looking to shake up your morning coffee run!

Solid banh mi for an affordable price (7.54 with tax). The bread is fantastic - crunchy, warm, very fresh. The ingredients have great flavor all together as well, not dry at all with the mayo sauce. I do wish there was a tad more meat for the amount of bread but it's unbeatable at this price. The owners are friendly as well and you can tell it's frequented by locals!

Ilana Coffee is my food pilgrimage to San Francisco. It's closer and cheaper than a flight to Vietnam, and will undeniably be visited by me at least twice each trip. My ultimate combo? Steam Pork with Pate Banhmi ($6.95) and Vietnamese Iced Coffee ($4.95 for M, $6.75 for L)! Their Banhmi is generously filled with Vietnamese steamed pork ham, pate, pickled vegetables, cilantro, and jalapenos. Unlike some places where the filling is scant and the proportion of bread to filling is imbalanced, Ilana Coffee ensures a well-rounded bite with each of the ingredients. Their choice of baguette is perfect as well because it has a thin, crispy crust and a pillowy soft crumb; it gives texture without cutting the roof of your mouth. If your spice tolerance is low, consider omitting the jalapenos or removing the seeds yourself because they can pack quite a punch.You can also add an Iced Coffee to neutralize the spice because what's a meal without a drink? The medium size is sufficient for me, though I do get it with less ice. Rich, smooth, creamy, and sweet - it's hard to beat. You'll definitely be energized with that hit of caffeine and condensed milk! I'm so glad my sister stumbled upon Ilana Coffee because it's easy to overlook this mom 'n' pop shop in the Richmond District. The design is fairly simple: there's the kitchen area with display cases of pastries and snacks, as well as the seating area both inside and outside. Although I would love to gatekeep Ilana Coffee, the quality of their banhmi alone is worth travelling for. I have yet to try the rest of the menu beyond the above and the Combination Banhmi ($7.25), but rest assured that there will be many more visits in the future.

Want a cheap but quality banh mi paired with a tasty Vietnamese Coffee? Ilana Coffee is the place to go! Their bread? Warm and crunchy (but not crunchy enough to cut the roof of your mouth). Their meats? Overflowing from the bread and juicy with each bite. Their service? The epitome of a small business! Service may be a bit slow from time to time because it's a two women show taking and filling all the orders but they always approach you with a smile and seem extremely grateful for any business they have. The ambiance? Definitely a cute and cozy spot with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. All around, a solid cafe with good coffee and tasty sandwiches.

We came here after our hike on a weekend day and it was such a nice day to have lunch here with our dogs at the table outside here. We called to order and the food was ready for pick up in the time we were told. We ordered the bbq chicken and combination banh mis and everyone enjoyed them. The bread was super fresh and very fluffy. Though someone with us did say the proportion of bread to meat was too high. I thought the bread was delicious and loved it. The chicken was very fresh too. The Thai teas and Vietnamese coffees were also great. I liked that I could put soy milk in the Thai tea instead of regular milk. The food and drinks were great here. And I liked that this seemed to be a gathering spot for elderly folks over the weekend. It had a nice vibe. We found street parking pretty easily. And they accept cards/Apple Pay as well. We'd come back!

This mom and pop have one of the best bun mee in the Richmond district. Always fresh and warm.