Sparqkids San Francisco Black Bird Bookstore and Café

Black Bird Bookstore and Café

Parent reviewed

Lovely third space for parents who are caretaking young ones. Grab a coffee here and let your kiddo chill out with a train set in the garden.

Community train table, a hit with toddlers, and parents enjoying their coffee
Community train table, a hit with toddlers, and parents enjoying their coffee

At a glance

Overall rating
Google reviews
4.7 · 407 reviews View on Google Maps →
Suitable for ages
Under 2
2–5
5–8
8–12
Features
  • Popular
  • Young ones
Bathroom
permanent
Parking
street

Parking is tight in this super local area. Expect to circle and then walk a bit.

Changing table
yes
Neighborhood
Sunset
Address
4541 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122, USA
Website
Official site →
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Victoria

Visited · 4 yo

I love this place. When mama needs a coffee but has her kiddos with her, I love this place even though it’s not a playground. Black bird is where I share my love of books with kiddos - they have nooks for kiddos to hideaway, and a whole upstairs kids section for my 4 yo to read on her requested subject. Don’t even get me started on the back garden that allows me to forest bath with my rare-hot coffee in hand, all while my kid plays with the community train table. Did I mention that I love this place?

Quick facts

Stroller-friendly paths
No
Drinking fountain
No
Sensory-inclusive
No

Beyond the playground

Other features
  • Japanese tea garden
  • No playground
  • Third Space
  • Cafe

Maintenance

Equipment condition
Cleanliness

Hours

  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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