Mercury Cafe

Café · Café & brunch · Sandwiches & deliHayes Valley

No dishes marked gluten free

28 dishesmenu read 9 Novmercurycafe.net

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Vegetarian sandwiches

  • Breakfast Avocado

    Seasonal avocado, cucumber, tomato, lettuce, Monterey Jack.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Avocado Chipotle

    Same as Breakfast Avocado, with house-made chipotle mayonnaise instead of mayo and mustard.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists mayo, mayonnaise): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Caprese

    Fresh mozzarella, basil, tomato, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists mozzarella): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Roasted Red Pepper

    Roasted red peppers, cucumber, arugula, feta cheese, house-made hummus.

    Vegan option. Can be made vegan: the menu offers a version without animal products. Say so when you order and confirm with staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Portabella Mushroom$15

    Organic portabella mushrooms, roasted red peppers, caramelized red onions, arugula, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar.

    Vegan. Vegan: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

Breakfast

  • Egg McMercury$11.35

    Poached egg on house-made buttermilk biscuit with tomato and melted Monterey Jack, garnished with chives and cilantro. Two eggs 13.35; add…

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists biscuit): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists buttermilk): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, eggs, poached): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Egg McMars

    Two poached eggs on house-made buttermilk biscuit with tomato and melted Monterey Jack, drizzled with house-made chipotle aioli, garnished…

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists biscuit): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists buttermilk): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, eggs, poached): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Avocado Toast$13.50

    House-made organic avocado spread with dill, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper on two slices of ACME sour dough or seeded whole wheat toast.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists toast, wheat): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Biscuit and Jam$7.50

    House-made buttermilk biscuits with jam.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists biscuit): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists buttermilk): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • PB and J$8

    Peanut butter and jam.

    Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists peanut, peanut butter): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Granola

    From Oat Cuisine in the East Bay. Milk 9.75; oat, almond or soy milk 10.00; organic berries (seasonal) 10.00; Straus yogurt 11.00; organic…

    Can be made free of dairy. Dairy: The venue says it can be made dairy free (Choose oat, almond or soy milk). Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Toast with Butter$6.75

    ACME sour dough or seeded whole wheat toast with butter.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists toast, wheat): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists butter): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

Weekend brunch

  • Weekend Brunch Egg McMercury$15.50

    Egg McMercury with organic yellow potatoes roasted with garlic, rosemary, extra virgin olive oil, and salt and pepper.

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

Scones

  • Scones$5

    Organic, made in-house. Selections vary but can include organic berries (seasonal), apple-oat, chocolate or savory (bacon, cheddar, thyme…

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists scone): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheddar): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Chocolate Scone$6.25

    Chocolatey chocolate scone (when available).

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists scone): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

Deli sandwiches

  • Salame

    Molinari salame, provolone, tomato, lettuce, stone-ground mustard, mayonnaise.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists provolone): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Tuna Salad

    Dill, red onion, mayo, stone-ground mustard, lettuce, tomato.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists mayo): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists tuna): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Turkey

    Provolone, tomato, lettuce, stone-ground mustard, mayonnaise.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists provolone): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Holiday

    Turkey, provolone, organic arugula, mayonnaise, organic cranberry sauce.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists provolone): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists mayonnaise): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Blt

    Zoe's uncured applewood smoked bacon, tomato, lettuce, mayonnaise.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Roast Beef

    Red onion, tomato, arugula, mayonnaise. Horseradish is an option.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Chicken

    Zoe's Mediterranean style chicken, provolone, tomato, lettuce, mayo, stone-ground mustard.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists provolone): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists mayo): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Turkey Chipotle$17.50

    Choice of Monterey Jack or provolone, tomato, lettuce, house-made chipotle mayonnaise.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists provolone): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Tuna Melt$17.50

    Provolone cheese melted over tuna and tomato.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, provolone): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists tuna): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Chicken Barbeque$17

    Chicken, sharp cheddar, red onions, arugula.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheddar): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

Sides and extras

  • Chili$12.75

    Kidney, pinto and black bean chili with tomato, red peppers, onions, garlic, chipotle and extra virgin olive oil. Includes a salad, a slice…

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

Pie

  • Pie by the Slice$7.75

    House-made organic pies, handmade at the cafe. Flavors are seasonal (blueberries, blackberries, strawberry rhubarb); apple pie available…

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pie): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

  • Whole Pie$47

    House-made organic pie, baked in a glass pie plate. Plus $5 pie plate deposit.

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pie): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 9 Nov 2026 (mercurycafe.net)

Good to know

Restaurant

Not known yet: dog friendly, outdoor seating, wheelchair access, vegetarian options, vegan options, high chairs, takes bookings, byo, baby change. Ask the venue.

Facts

Facts
FactDetail
Address201 Octavia Street, Hayes Valley
AreaSan Francisco
KindCafé · Café & brunch · Sandwiches & deli
Websitemercurycafe.net
Menu read9 Nov 2026 from mercurycafe.net
Hours
  • Monday7:30am–3pm
  • Tuesday7:30am–3pm
  • Wednesday7:30am–3pm
  • Thursday7:30am–4pm
  • Friday7:30am–4pm
  • Saturday8am–4pm
  • Sunday8am–3pm
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What diners say

No diner ratings yet.

Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.

Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Mercury Cafe

Does Mercury Cafe have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 9 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Mercury Cafe coeliac friendly?

Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

When is Mercury Cafe open?

Monday: 7:30am–3pm. Tuesday: 7:30am–3pm. Wednesday: 7:30am–3pm. Thursday: 7:30am–4pm. Friday: 7:30am–4pm. Saturday: 8am–4pm. Sunday: 8am–3pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

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