This is a long-running SF small business office-lunch institution with long-time employees; we are so lucky to have businesses like Working Girls' Cafe in our city.
After the pandemic when I returned to office at a new tech job in the Embarcadero area, I was delighted to see that there was a Working Girls' Cafe in my building (I would go to the New Montgomery location often in the Before Times). At this location, Faheem, German, and Sebia are friendly to all customers (regular and new alike), and serve up a delicious variety of breakfast offerings, and lunch sandos and salads. I am so grateful and happy for what they bring to the downtown community. Thank you, Working Girls', for existing!
My go-to lunch item is the Chipotle Chicken salad. Their portions are large and seasoned perfectly. The owner and staff are friendly. The space feels small because there are always so many people ordering food. There's also a nice sitting area right next door, outside. I need to try more of the options on the menu.
Also, I just did a last minute large order of avocado toast for my team. Most places require a 24-48hr notice. Great for a small business!
Tried Working Girls Cafe for lunch and found that the California Melt sandwich (Turkey, bacon, avocado etc) was way better than the sandwiches from subway. Will eat here more often and advise coworkers to check it out too.
Great lunch food and very friendly staff and owner! Highly recommend
Really great food, plenty of both unique and common options. Very fast and friendly service. While working in downtown San Fran, I've eaten there the last two days. I went with protein salads both days and they're perfect. Definitely try it if you want a great lunch and don't have a lot of time.
Great variety of delicious sandwiches and salads. The owner is incredibly kind and makes a point to get to know the customers and ensure they have a good experience.
Nice menu, good food. We ate here three times during our SF trip. We are from the East Coast and sort-of expect breakfast places to be opened before 7AM so that was a little inconvenient at times but we liked the food enough to keep going back and making it work. The breakfast sandwiches are good, bread and bagels were fresh, but I felt it was a little pricey. Then again, it's located in a somewhat touristy area in an expensive city so I understand the pricing. The service was friendly and fast and there are a few tables towards the back to eat inside.
I love this place in the middle of financial district! Everything is reasonably priced, especially their coffee. The owner is super nice so make sure to say hi if you stop by! They brew their coffee fresh after you order so you can watch them as they make you a fresh cup of morning joe! I do recommend the mocha latte if you have a sweet tooth as it is quite tasty. Aside from their sandwiches, there’s plenty of donuts, brownies, pastries and bagels for snack or quick breakfast.
Went to Working Girls Cafe on Friday for the 1st time. They took my order during this pandemic and my food was ready for me when I got there. The gentleman working was so friendly and it was nice chatting with him.
I had the Cajun Chicken Protein Bowl and it was excellent. Full of nicely spiced chicken, corn, black beans, kale, quinoa and some perks for people like me like tortilla strips, shredded cheese and a little sour cream. I’m positive that they’d be happy to modify if you’d like. I definitely recommend giving them a visit!
I love this place. I get lunch for the office 2-3 times a month. I also go just for myself. The food is always delicious, it's ready on time, and the staff couldn't be nicer. Go show them some love.
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