Caffe Central – Italian
Caffe Central serves as a vibrant urban sanctuary where the rhythmic hum of the espresso machine and the rich aroma of roasting beans create an inviting backdrop for coffee enthusiasts. The space celebrates a global palette of flavors, ranging from the striking, earthy swirls of a charcoal latte to the velvety, condensed-milk sweetness of an iced Vietnamese coffee. Whether finding solace in a decadent, melting affogato or a bright, sun-kissed glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice, every visit offers a masterfully crafted moment of caffeinated bliss.
133, O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94108 https://www.caffecentral.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, tlc, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Caffe Central
Dairy-Free at Caffe Central
Caffe Central in San Francisco has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Caffe Central
Caffe Central in San Francisco has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl, CEO Plate and King's Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Caffe Central
Caffe Central in San Francisco has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Turkey & Avocado BLT. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Caffe Central
Caffe Central in San Francisco has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl, Burlingamer and Matcha Green Tea Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Caffe Central
Caffe Central in San Francisco has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl and Breakfast Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Caffe Central
Caffe Central in San Francisco has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Caffe Central
Caffe Central in San Francisco has 8 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl, Burlingamer and CEO Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Caffe Central
Caffe Central in San Francisco has 11 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl, Burlingamer and CEO Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Caffe Central
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey & Avocado BLT | 43.8 g | 39.5 g |
| The Green Brekkie | 27.5 g | 38.1 g |
| Breakfast Bowl | 79.7 g | 28.4 g |
| The Lox Croissant | 17.3 g | 25.9 g |
| CEO Plate | 75.1 g | 17.7 g |
| Matcha Latte | 33 g | 12 g |
| Buddha Bowl | 68.3 g | 11.3 g |
| Princess Cake | 50.5 g | 9.5 g |
| Cold Brew | 14.4 g | 7.9 g |
| Cuban Latte | 40.7 g | 6 g |
| Iced Vietnamese Coffee | 40.7 g | 6 g |
| Tiramisu | 54 g | 6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Beverages
- Charcoal Latte - $5.5: espresso, charcoal and steamed milk
- Matcha Latte - $5.25: matcha tea leaf powder and steamed milk
- Cuban Latte - $5.5: signature latte with condensed milk
- Central Latte - $5.5: speciality latte with caramel and vanilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mocha - $5.25: with TCHO chocolate
- Hot Chocolate - $4.5: made with TCHO chocolate
- Cold Brew - $4.75: slow steeped in cold water for 8 hours
- Iced Vietnamese Coffee - $5.5: Vietnamese pour over and condensed milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Affogato - $6.5: vanilla ice cream float with espresso
- Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice - $6.5: 100% orange juice
Breakfast
- Burlingamer - $14.95: two sunny side-up eggs, avocado & side of toast with butter and jelly Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Bowl - $15.95: poached eggs, quinoa, feta cheese, spinach, roasted mushrooms, roasted cherry tomatoes, red onions & avocado topped with red chili flakes & fresh lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- CEO Plate - $18.95: smoked salmon topped with capers and red onions, egg whites, berries, avocado, side of bagel and cream cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Lox Croissant - $13.95: smoked salmon, boiled egg, cucumber, tomatoes, capers & cream cheese on a french butter croissant Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Green Brekkie - $12.95: fried egg, avocado, tomatoes, organic arugula, onions, cream cheese, chives & goat cheese on brioche Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses & Bowls
- Buddha Bowl - $13.95: honey-garlic seasoned tofu, tricolor quinoa, carrots, cucumbers, avocado, organic microgreens, & spicy honey-garlic sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- King's Bowl - $17.95: tender poached king salmon, tricolor quinoa, house pickled onions, persian cucumbers, avocado, organic arugula, julienne carrots, cilantro & tamari sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 LB. Niman Ranch Burger - $16.95: tomatoes, lettuce, speared pickle & secret sauce on a brioche bun -- served with a side of chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey & Avocado BLT - $14.5: smoked turkey, bacon, swiss cheese, arugula, tomatoes & mayo-pesto on baguette Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts & Cakes
- Matcha Green Tea Cake - $69.95: Short dough crust with matcha green tea cake, raspberry jam, matcha green tea cream and orange passion fruit jelly Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tiramisu - $69.95: layers of coffee rum soaked ladyfinger sponges, mascarpone cream mousse, dark chocolate shavings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Princess Cake - $69.95: White sponge cake, raspberry jam, vanilla cream, and covered in green velvet marzipan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Caffe Central
- Is Caffe Central dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Caffe Central has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl.
- What can I eat at Caffe Central on a dairy-free diet?
- Buddha Bowl carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Caffe Central?
- Turkey & Avocado BLT, at roughly 39.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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