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Lava Java

Lava Java

Coffee Shop and Café$$$$
Cole Valley, San Francisco
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6.4/10
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    Caitlin B.
    "Love their drink selection, one of my favorites is the Ginger Chai."(4 Tips)
    Shana R.
    "The iced vanilla soy chai is AMAZING!"(3 Tips)
    Pamela G.
    "The Italian rolls for sandwiches are amazing!"(10 Tips)
    Claire F.
    "The breakfast sandwiches are amazing!!"(4 Tips)
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  • Bogdan V.heart icon on user image
    Bogdan VitocFebruary 12, 2017
    Might just be the best smoothie I've ever had! Mmmmmm refreshing. Who knew Spinach/Avocado/Banana could be so good? Very nice people and handy outdoor seating. 🥑🍌😋
  • Kristina L.heart icon on user image
    Kristina LeeFebruary 27, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    The chai is incredible here, particularly the ginger chai! The folks who work here are sweet, and the breakfast sandwiches are tasty!
  • Caitlin B.heart icon on user image
    Caitlin BartaApril 12, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    Love their drink selection, one of my favorites is the Ginger Chai. I've also had a couple of their sandwiches which were pretty tasty too. Most of the staff is really nice so I like going!
  • Nicolette F.
    Nicolette FrinkMarch 11, 2010
    Not just the best coffee in the city try their amazing breakfast AND lunch sando's. Cash only but sooo worth it. On a hot day get an ice blended vanilla chai-they have their own chai recipe yummy!
  • Leah Y.heart icon on user image
    Leah YamshonJune 29, 2013
    All of their chai lattes are amazing! Vanilla is my favorite, but ginger is also delish. Great neighborhood spot.
  • Todd G.
    Todd G.June 12, 2014
    Ginger Chai is the freaky bomb. Real ginger adds a potent spice finish. Green Tea Latte is also very genuine green tea infused.
  • Pei 👻 W.heart icon on user image
    Pei 👻 WenJuly 28, 2019
    Been here 50+ times
    tofu sandwiches and chai are amazing. cash only.
  • Raul H.
    Raul HuertasAugust 16, 2016
    The smoothies are delicious! Had one, went twin peaks up and then down, had another smoothie... ahhhhh!!!! so refreshing :)
  • Jenn S.
    Jenn SteidleyJanuary 3, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Green tea chai is sooooo good!!! Along with the ginger. Best chai in the city.
  • Claire F.heart icon on user image
    Claire ForganMarch 9, 2019
    The breakfast sandwiches are amazing!! And only $5!
  • Elliot D.heart icon on user image
    Elliot DanforthOctober 18, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Best BLT in the city. Cash only.
  • Leah Y.heart icon on user image
    Leah YamshonSeptember 29, 2013
    Vanilla chai for the win! Be sure to bring cash.
  • Ben R.heart icon on user image
    Ben RussoJanuary 29, 2015
    Get the ginger soy chai. Spicy! S'good...
  • Vikas V.
    Vikas VadlapatlaSeptember 8, 2016
    Their "fresh" bagels are from Costco.
  • Stephanie E.heart icon on user image
    Stephanie EscobarNovember 6, 2015
    Don't ask for water! I've been a loyal customer and then today I brought my water bottle in to be refilled and got major attitude from the barista who acted extremely put out about it
  • Ben R.heart icon on user image
    Ben RussoJanuary 29, 2015
    Get the ginger soy chai. Spicy!
  • Pamela G.
    Pamela GonzalezOctober 10, 2012
    The Italian rolls for sandwiches are amazing!
  • Avaheart icon on user image
    AvaSeptember 22, 2015
    cash only, chai is good
  • Shane T.
    Shane TobinJanuary 10, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    very nice people that work here. If you are looking for a coffee stop before going into Golden Gate Park, check out Lava Java.
  • Chuck R.heart icon on user image
    Chuck RoslofAugust 5, 2015
    The fruity iced tea is very sweet.
  • Alex S.heart icon on user image
    Alex SilarajsJune 23, 2021
    Solid local coffee shop.
  • Shana R.
    Shana RayOctober 30, 2010
    The iced vanilla soy chai is AMAZING! Also, the hummus has a spicy kick to it.
  • Wash C.
    Wash ClubMarch 15, 2011
    The turkey club is an amazing sandwich! (the coffee's nothing to be ashamed about either)
  • Carmen S.heart icon on user image
    Carmen SandovalJanuary 18, 2015
    Go someplace else if you're looking to work. No outlets, no Wi-fi <\3
  • Anessa D.
    Anessa DaileyAugust 12, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    The baristas are super friendly and nice. Try their club sandwich it's bomb!
  • Shalin P.
    Shalin PeiOctober 2, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The ginger chai here is delicious
  • Julian W.
    Julian WeisserFebruary 15, 2013
    Homemade tofu. 'Nuf said!
  • Happychingchi G.
    Happychingchi GYRHSeptember 9, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Egg sandwich is great
  • Marissa A.
    Marissa AnguloFebruary 10, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Cash only!
  • Ed T.
    Ed TerpeningFebruary 14, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    They have the best Chai, especially the Ginger.
  • Taysa I.
    Pensa em um lanche delicioso!!!
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