The New Spot, Polk
9 people recommendvia r/AskSF, r/sanfrancisco9 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Many commenters recommend The New Spot at Polk and Union, and a couple of them suggest it as a breakfast stop. One commenter who has visited says the waitlist can be joined online, waits are usually short, and outdoor seating is nice when it is sunny. One commenter praises the omelets and scrambles, and another recommends chicken fried steak along with French toast made with cornflakes.
Address
The New Spot On Polk, 2401 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109
At a glance
- Best for
- Breakfast
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/Historical-Eagle-777 in r/AskSF · Dec 2023wait time
Their usual go-to; uses an online waitlist and says waits are usually short; outdoor seats nice on sunny days.
- Recommendsu/SillyFondue118 in r/AskSF · Feb 2026
Given as an alternative Nob Hill pick for people prepared to walk a bit further.
- Recommendsu/kimchibear in r/AskSF · Mar 2024
Admits no firsthand visit, but says reviews look strong and it seems promising for a casual early meal.
- Recommendsu/sheepsies in r/sanfrancisco · Oct 2024
A commenter who made their own search for the dish names this spot, alongside Pork Store, as a city favorite.
- Recommendsu/bluesox in r/sanfrancisco · Apr 2026taste
Says it has good options and strongly suggests two dishes, including a fried steak.
- Recommendsu/iheartkittttycats in r/AskSF · Aug 2025taste
Suggests heading to Polk for this spot, which has good omelets and scrambles.
- Recommendsu/Taylorvongrela in r/sanfrancisco · Jul 2024
Suggests The New Spot on Polk Street as a breakfast stop on the way back toward the hotel.
- Recommendsu/Temporary_Feeling_54 in r/sanfrancisco · Apr 2026
Says it's surprising nobody has named this place yet, listed with others.
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- Recommendsu/sprinklerarms in r/AskSF · Mar 2024
Offers a Polk spot as an option alongside a second cafe.
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Details last checked 14 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.