From the outside, Nook in Russian Hill seems like a very conservative choice. Outdoor tables, a chill vibe, potted plants. But when you get inside, this cafe/wine bar does something completely wild. They serve granola with milk and yogurt. In the same bowl. Would you serve a gin and vodka martini? A ham and cheese and chocolate croissant? No. Besides the brief granola break, Nook is a reliable neighborhood hang in Russian Hill for breakfast, lunch, and Happy Hour. It’s easy, it's never too crowded, and it has a comfortable, homey vibe. While they have their slip-ups—the occasional cold oatmeal an out of proportion bread-to-filling ratio on some sandwiches, Nook delivers on coffee, granola, bagels, and generally good quick eats. The free wifi on weekdays is clutch, and Nook also stocks a solid case of pastries, a lot of them gluten-free. On a nice day, it’s pretty ideal to grab an outdoor table, watch the cable cars cruise by, and pretend to be a tourist.