Moffitt Cafe - UCSF Medical Center

505 Parnassus Ave #294, San Francisco, CA 94143, United States
$$$ Cafe
(134 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Welcome to the Moffitt Cafe at UCSF Medical Center, a hidden gem tucked away in the heart of San Francisco’s bustling medical district. This cozy cafe is not just another hospital cafeteria; it’s a vibrant oasis where health-conscious choices and delicious flavors come together to uplift both patients and visitors alike.

As you step inside, you’ll be met with a bright and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a quick bite or a leisurely meal. The seating is well-designed, allowing for small gatherings or quiet moments alone. The staff, dedicated yet occasionally overwhelmed, strive to create a welcoming environment, though it’s worth noting that they can get a little flustered during peak hours.

The Moffitt Cafe’s menu boasts an impressive array of options, particularly for those seeking plant-based meals. From the comforting warmth of a Chai Tea Latte or refreshing Matcha, to robust Espresso drinks like Americano, coffee lovers will find a reason to smile. For those who crave something hearty, the Vietnamese Chicken Rice Bowl stands out, merging savory flavors with a nourishing twist. Health aficionados rave about the expansive salad bar, filled with fresh greens and vibrant toppings, making it a popular lunch choice among students and faculty alike.

Customers like R. Rock express immense satisfaction with the sustainable, plant-based options that not only satisfy hunger but also align with a healthy lifestyle. The chef’s commitment to quality, alongside the careful selection of ingredients, ensures that every meal is a celebration of wellness. Joe G emphasizes that this is quite possibly the healthiest meal you can find on campus, with fresh offerings that enliven both mind and body.

Apart from its delectable food, the Moffitt Cafe offers an experience like no other, especially when it comes to hospital dining. Reviewers, including Raquel Flechero, have praised the cafe for its fantastic breakfast options at wallet-friendly prices—like a hearty plate of eggs, sausage, and hash browns for just over $3. It’s this attention to quality and affordability that makes Moffitt not just a meal stop, but a nourishing experience.

So, whether you're a patient needing sustenance, a visitor looking to refuel, or a busy student searching for a health-conscious meal, Moffitt Cafe is ready to exceed your expectations. Nestled within the UCSF Medical Center, this cafe is an essential escape that champions wholesome food without compromising on taste, making every bite feel like a step towards better health.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Serves organic dishes
Sells prepared foods
Quick bite
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Paid multi-storey car park
Paid street parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday

6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday

6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday

6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday

6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

134 Reviews
Michael Austin

15 Sep 2025

The food gets served yeah but very little food but surprisingly you get full actually and the people environment you have staff there that gets frustrated and huffs at children when they can't get by in a quickly fashioned

R. Rock

04 Sep 2025

THE BEST plant-based options. Delicious, sustainable, healthy, satisfying: how is that all even possible?!?! As a PhD student, I am so thankful that UCSF Moffitt has such resourceful and mission-oriented chefs. Food is fuel, is medicine, is for and of the planet, is for the human experience <3 UCSF Moffitt, please keep up your sustainable partnerships, satisfying healthy meals, plant-based options, compostable packaging, and DELICIOUS food <3<3<3

Joe G

26 Jul 2025

Probably the healthiest meal on campus. If you are a patient, come here, it is fresh and high quality. They have a variety of dishes available. The salad bar is big and fresh and seems to be the most popular during lunch time. It fills up with students and faculty. Pretty empty when they go back to class/work and only patients are there. It's on the 2nd floor and it has a small seating area that can be crowded during normal dining hours. Excellent and recommended.

Raquel Flechero

16 Jul 2025

Best hospital cafeteria I have ever been to, and I been to a few in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the Central valley. The breakfast is good and the prices are decent. They have good burgers, cooked to order. Their pizza is good and their salad bar is awesome. they also have fantastic prices on their breakfast items you could get eggs sausage hash browns for a little over $3 I mean it's really cheap they also have Lots of seating areas.

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