Blue Bottle Coffee Kiosk

Java junkies from all over the area double-park in this alley and swarm over this seatless stand for what many call the best joe in the city. Fans swear by the New Orleans-style iced coffee and rich, multi-faceted blends of hand-roasted beans, delivered with a socially conscious vibe. Look out for the new Blue Bottle Café in 2008 at Mint Plaza (66 Mint Street, between Jessie & Mission Streets, SoMa).