Craftsman and Wolves

Craftsman and Wolves opened on Valencia Street in 2012, a few blocks south of 18th in the Mission. It is a French-leaning patisserie cafe first, with coffee built around the pastry program, not the other way around. Executive chef Sam Ceccotti runs the workshop. The case rotates seasonally and runs from kumquat-poppy muffins to thai green curry scones to the Rebel Within, a savory muffin with a soft-cooked egg baked into the center. Coffee lands on espresso and drip, simple and dialed. The room is small and busy. Locals know to come early on weekends. Order the Rebel Within if you came in for what Craftsman built its name on. Order a cortado and a seasonal pastry if you want to taste the program the way the workshop wants you to.