Caffe Trieste is one of the top-rated coffee shops in SF. It is right after Chinatown, and right before Italian town (?). So, it was the perfect spot after trying Fusion Dumplings with other PhD friends. During my time in Caffe Trieste, I worked on my possible 2nd year paper.  For me, it will have a special spot in my heart if I end up with this project. 

It is looking at a very beautiful street. Three minutes walk away there is an old music record shop; very likely to see live music outside of the bars. Great district. 

I really liked their roast level of coffee beans, even got beans as a gift to one of my coffee lover close friends. Still, the consistency of my Americano could be better. It was definitely above average though. They are famous for their espresso. Since it has been a long time since I had cannoli, I wanted to get theirs. Even in an Italian town, there is no place like B-town Piccolo Dolci. 

I am a little bit regret I did not order their espresso. But, overall, pricing, ambiance, coziness... In Italian we trust!