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Est. 2014 · Specialty Dining
Exceptional Dining
& Coffee Experiences
Crafting unforgettable moments through premium cuisine, specialty coffee, and warm hospitality — in the heart of the city since 2014.
10+
Years of craft
120
Signature dishes
50k
Happy guests
4.9
Avg. rating
Michelin Guide 2024Best Café · City AwardsFarm-to-TableSpecialty Coffee Assoc.Chef's Table AvailableLocally Sourced
Our Story
A decade of devotion to flavor, craft, and quiet luxury.
Aurelia began as a corner café with a single espresso machine and an ambitious idea — that hospitality could feel like coming home, and that every plate could be a small piece of art. Today our kitchen, bar, and roastery share one principle: nothing leaves the pass without intention.
We work with a network of local farmers, fishermen, and growers — building menus around what's at its peak, never the other way around.
Fresh Ingredients
Premium Quality
Expert Chefs & Baristas
Warm Hospitality
Comfortable Atmosphere
14
2014
The corner café
Aurelia opens with eight seats and a hand-built bar.
17
2017
Kitchen expansion
Chef Lia Romano joins; the seasonal tasting menu debuts.
21
2021
In-house roastery
Single-origin beans, roasted daily on site.
24
2024
Michelin recognition
Featured in the Michelin Guide for cuisine & ambiance.
Featured Dishes
The plates we're known for
A few quiet favorites from our kitchen, bar, and roastery.
Chef's PickSeared Scallops
$42Hokkaido scallops, saffron beurre blanc, micro herbs.
SignatureWagyu Sirloin
$68Grade A5 wagyu, rosemary butter, ember-roasted alliums.
CaféHouse Latte
$7Single-origin Ethiopian, rosetta art, oat or whole milk.
PatisserieValrhona Fondant
$1670% dark chocolate, gold leaf, raspberry coulis.
The Aurelia Experience
Designed for the senses
Six small commitments behind every visit.
Elegant Ambiance
Warm wood, candlelight, considered silence between courses.
Locally Sourced
A network of nearby farms, fishermen, and growers.
Freshly Prepared
Every plate finished à la minute, never held.
Premium Coffee
In-house roastery, single-origin beans, daily.
Private Events
Bespoke menus for gatherings of 8 to 80.
Family-Friendly
Children's menu and a calm, welcoming room.
Gallery
Inside Aurelia
A look at the room, the food, and the small rituals between.
Guest Voices
What our guests say
“Easily the most considered meal I've had in years. Every plate felt like a quiet conversation.”
Eleanor Walsh
Food Critic, Saison Magazine
“The espresso is exceptional and the room is even better. My favorite corner of the city.”
Marcus Lin
Repeat Guest
“We hosted twenty-two guests for our anniversary — the team made it feel effortless and personal.”
Priya & David Shah
Private Event
Reservations
Reserve your table
We hold a small number of tables for walk-ins each evening, but booking ahead is encouraged — especially on weekends and during tasting-menu nights.
- Mon–Sun · 8:00 — 23:00
- +1 (415) 555 — 0142
- 218 Linden Avenue, Suite 4
Events & Promotions
What's coming up
A rotating calendar of music, tastings, and pop-ups.
Fri · Mar 14Live Music
Acoustic Sessions with Lena Vey
An intimate evening of acoustic standards in the lounge.
Reserve a seat→Sat · Mar 22Seasonal Menu
Spring Tasting · Six Courses
Our chef's seasonal opener — paired with natural wines.
Reserve a seat→Sun · Apr 06Coffee
Roastery Open House
Cuppings, pour-over masterclass, behind-the-bar tours.
Reserve a seat→Visit & Contact
Come find us
We're a short walk from Linden Square — open every day.
Address
218 Linden Avenue, Suite 4
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone
+1 (415) 555 — 0142
Email
hello@aurelia.cafe
Hours
Mon – Sun · 8:00 — 23:00
Kitchen closes at 22:30