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    Richie's Cafe

    4.3 (74 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
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    Good for kids

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    Chicken shawarma panini
    Maggie H.

    Richie's is conveniently located by the Temple Station on the corner. There's outdoor steel seating and some inside tables and counter seating. However, it is very busy inside and difficult to find seats to sit down and eat because of the sheer number of people here studying and eating/drinking. There's a few outlets on the wall. I got the chicken shawarma panini, an iced cookie butter latte, the Richie's favorite waffle, and an iced gingerbread latte. I think the variety of the menu was good, with the sandwiches, paninis, holiday special drinks, and breakfast foods. I think the cookie butter latte was bland, didn't really have a concrete flavor. The gingerbread latte was better because it had a nicer, spiced aftertaste. The waffle had a good mix of everything- banana, strawberry, chocolate, and whipped cream. Not too overly sweet. It had four big waffles packed into the cardboard to go container. The panini was quite crunchy with the toasted bread, but I think it was a lot of bread to filling ratio. The service wasn't outstanding but they look like a bunch of nice baristas. I'd give this college cafe a 3.5/5.

    Cookie Butter Waffles
    Jordan A.

    I really love Richie's Cafe. It's cheap and consistently good. In my opinion, it's WAY better than the location on the wall. There never seems to be tables inside available which isn't a dig as much as everyone loves it there. They also have a water fill station incase you get thirsty. They're super quick when making food too.

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    Brian J.

    Great Place For Coffee and A Quick Bite to eat. Service was great. I got a large iced Macchiato and Bagel. The Have Both Out Door and Indoor Seating As Well.

    Caitlin L.

    I can't believe this coffee was $4. It used to be $2.75 before the pandemic!! The size is slightly larger than before, and the taste is good, but not particularly rave worthy considering the changes. Richie wasn't even working the counter bruh.

    Bacon egg and cheese bagel
    Micaelly A.

    After 3 years at Temple, I finally got around to trying the most famous breakfast place on campus. I've never tried before because it's usually very busy. I'm an early bird so I got there at 7 am, ordered just a bagel and it came out super fast. It was not at all expensive, fresh, and Richie is such a nice guy! Excited to go there again and try their famous coffee!

    Bacon, Egg, and Cheese.
    Mookie B.

    The food is well seasoned and is simple but filling to eat. The service is a little strange as there are 4 workers but only 1 taking orders while the others stand around. But customer wise the service is friendly and fast. The ambiance is that you are outside so you can listen to the construction happening next door or to the outside noises. Overall, this is a good place.

    Veggie burger
    Dejah D.

    Richie can cook his behind off, and so can his mother (who I prefer to do business with) but he is really rude. I usually just visit his lunch box which is ran by his mother in the corner of 12th & Norris. The veggie burger is every vegetarians dream come true. So for me I give this place a 10 for quality and quantity of food and and 1 for Richie's bad attitude, hopefully he gets it together in 2020 or I might stop spending my money here all together because often I feel unappreciated.

    nutella waffles with strawberry and powdered sugar
    Kiran N.

    waffles were soft and fluffy, service was prompt despite being busy. the ambiance of the cafe is hip and comfy

    Hannah G.

    Ok I get it, just about everyone on campus loves Richie's. But to be HONEST, this isn't the best taste, quality, or value at temple and here's why. Breakfast is definitely the most ordered thing at Richie's. Since this is the big money maker, it should be done well. Ive ordered a pork roll egg and cheese hash brown in the middle on an everything bagel quite a few times before this review. This breakfast sandwich costs $6. $2 for the hash brown which is unbelievably expensive for what it is. The egg is very very thin compared to other food trucks around campus and it should be the star of the sandwich. Not to mentioned, it's not seasoned with salt or pepper! The pork roll, also super thin. You can see through it and he gives you no more than 2 slices. The bagel, not toasted which is disappointing. I'll admit, the sandwich is tasty, but it's so overpriced for what you get and you'll be waiting for at least 20 min on a weekday morning. You can get a huge breakfast sandwich with way more substance (nice fluffy egg with salt and pepper, thick pieces of pork roll, and a toasted roll at Chicken Heaven by alter hall. And it'll only cost you 4.50. Richie's is simply overrated.

    Bacon egg and cheese on an everything bagel with the cheese beautifully stretching out
    Maria K.

    Definitely my favorite dining spot on campus for two reasons: the incredible food and the man, the myth, the legend, Richie himself. My go to is his bacon egg and cheese. The egg is never over cooked (pet peeve of mine) and there's a perfect ratio of cheese to egg. Choosing between a croissant and an everything bagel is a struggle. Aside from that his breakfast burger is a must try and huge. I also love his chicken finger wrap and his mozzarella stick grilled cheese for very special occasions. He added iced coffee this year which is a huge plus since it's not overly sweet like Dunkin's and fairly priced unlike Starbucks. It's very evident that he truly cares for his customers considering he remembers thousands of people's orders and never fails to greet everyone with a smile.

    1/2 of the whole breakfast wrap
    Vivian N.

    First time trying out Richie's, thanks to all those students I see in line. Love their vanilla coffee iced. For only like 3$ can't ask for better cold coffee. Oh and the breakfast wrap was so OMG worth it. All about 9$-10$ and I lasted the whole day

    Caramel iced coffee jaawn bussinnnn

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    I love richie's so much. They never miss with the food and drinks and it's fun to go in and see what specials they have

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    Too sweet latte...cold sandwiches...but it's cheap, suitable for students. Service well, nice providers.

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    Richies is the best, and Richie is the man!!! Awesome dude!!! Eat here all the time. Great bang for your buck. Also, amazing iced coffee!!!!

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    K'Far Cafe - Blackberry Mascarpone Toast

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    4.4(767 reviews)
    2.3 mi•Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
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    I tried a bunch of food in Philadelphia and on my last day it was time to try something which felt…read morelike home. The space is light and airy and does have the Israeli feel. I got an iced latte, the Jerusalem Bage withl Smoked Salmon Scallion Cream Cheese, Cucumbers, Pickled Red Onions it was incredible. Jerusalem bagel incredibly fresh, not too much cream cheese and the pickled red onions were a great twist, cutting the deep fat of the cheese and the salmon. I would highly recommend this place. The woman at the counter was helpful and the service was pretty fast for a Sunday morning.

    Went on a Saturday morning and there was around a 30-minute wait for a table, but the counter seats…read morehad no wait. The inside is really modern and aesthetic, while still giving off a cozy cafe feel. Service was nothing crazy, but nothing bad either. The Yemenite Latte was a 4/10 for me. The flavor was spot on and tasted like milk with Yemeni spices and just a hint of espresso. I really wish the espresso came through more because I think that would've made it perfect. The Pistachio Sticky Bun was an 8/10 and definitely worth the hype. It was served warm and had the soft, pillowy texture of a cinnamon roll, but with a syrupy pistachio flavor. It practically melts in your mouth. The Grilled Cheese Jerusalem Bagel was basically a grilled cheese, but I loved the thin, slightly crisp shell and all the sesame seeds on the bagel. The cheese had almost a pimento cheese flavor, which I really liked. 9/10.

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    Inside the cute cafe

    K'Far Cafe - Yemenite iced latte, chocolate rugelach, potato boreka

    Yemenite iced latte, chocolate rugelach, potato boreka

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    Vernick Coffee Bar

    4.3(92 reviews)
    2.1 mi•Penn Center, Logan Square
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    Decided to drop by on my walk and for a corporate lobby cafe, it's pretty good. A bit on the pricy…read moreside and I imagine if you're staying at the Four Seasons which it's technically a part of, it's a bit awkwardly placed next to the Comcast front desk and turnstiles and away from the hotel but I'm not staying there this time so I don't know. Staff were nice and they were very quick to bring out my order. Coffee was pretty good, nothing mind blowing but I enjoyed it, and my cherry danish was pricy but incredible.

    Food Quality and Taste: 4/5 -Tomato Coconut Soup: 3.5/5…read more-Grilled Romaine Caesar: 4/5 -Salmon: 4/5 -Chicken Milanese: 4/5 -Carrot Cake Pie: 5/5 The food was excellent! Quality ingredients, great presentation and quality plating. Standouts? The salmon, the chicken Milanese and the carrot cake pie. Get that carrot cake pie!! Service: 4/5 Service was great! I was seated quickly and I was checked on often. It was little rushed, maybe because I was close to closing, but not a major flag at all. My to-go was boxed by the staff and I was taken care of. Atmosphere: 5/5 It's so beautiful inside. Sorry I didn't capture in my video. It's beautiful decor and such a relaxing atmosphere. It's a place I'd like to just sit and work. Value: 4/5 Dishes can be quite expensive, but the food quality, service and atmosphere truly make it worth it. Opportunities for Learning: 4/5 There are a few dishes I had to google while I was there. This pushed my food knowledge a little. For example, "Sauce gribiche." Great opportunities to learn!

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    Vernick Coffee Bar - Cherry danish and cappuccinos

    Cherry danish and cappuccinos

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    Sabrina's Cafe - Art Museum - Egg Benedict

    Sabrina's Cafe - Art Museum

    4.2(2.2k reviews)
    1.7 mi•Franklintown, Logan Square, Art Museum District, Fairmount, Spring Garden
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    We started yesterday off with a delightful brunch at Sabrina's Cafe. We were thrilled to arrive and…read morebe seated quickly, even as a party of four. Our server Rachel was lovely and gave us a rundown of their specials and the menu's top hits. Our drink selections ranged from as boring as a Diet Coke to as fun as a seasonal lemonade. We were all content with our choices, though we puttered around making suggestions from their large drink menu. I typically go for a savory breakfast, but the stuffed brioche French toast was speaking to me. I can never turn down banana! The rest of our table ordered avocado toast (x2) and fried eggs with bacon. Everyone was really happy with their choices and an added bonus was that our food came out quickly. I insisted everyone at our table try a bite of my massive stuffed brioche French toast and the consensus was that it was ridiculously good. Though this spot is tiny, it is not to be missed.

    A few friends and I were craving a hearty brunch on a Saturday morning and decided to check out…read moreSabrina's Cafe near the Art Museum after seeing all the positive reviews. Luckily, we found street parking right next to the restaurant, which was a nice surprise. When we arrived, the wait for a table of three was about 45 minutes. That's somewhat expected for a popular brunch spot on a weekend. Once seated, the service was prompt. Our waiter stopped by quickly with waters and took good care of us throughout the meal. I ordered the House Angus Burger with sweet potato fries. It was solid, flavorful, and definitely filling. My friend got the Bella Vista Omelet with home fries, and we both agreed that while the food was good, it felt like standard brunch fare rather than anything particularly memorable. Based on the long wait and the hype surrounding Sabrina's, I think we were expecting the food to really stand out. In my opinion, the dishes we tried were comparable to what you'd find at a quality chain brunch spot like First Watch. That's not necessarily a bad thing, the food was satisfying, but it didn't quite justify the lengthy wait. That said, the menu has plenty of more unique and creative options that we didn't try. I'd be open to coming back and ordering one of those specialty dishes next time. Overall, I left satisfied with the meal and service.

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    Sabrina's Cafe - Art Museum - Veggie Patch Omelette

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    Skyhigh - Fried chicken and wild rice

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    4.1(411 reviews)
    2.0 mi•Penn Center, Logan Square

    Haha this is my favorite little date spot...it's so nice to be in the sky…read more My first few times coming i didn't even realize they had food but it's a cute add on The food is regular but the vibe is amazing The service was decent I dont remember a server just us walking up to order

    If you want the best views of all of Philadelphia this is the spot to go to. Skyhigh is located on…read morethe 60th floor of the Four Seasons hotel in downtown Philadelphia. I made a reservation online on OpenTable. We arrived earlier than our reservation slot so we were able to walk around and take pics. Unfortunately on the night we went it was super cloudy and had been raining so the views weren't nearly as good as they could have been. There's a grand staircase that walks down into an even bigger and more open area. Up first, was a $9 hot chocolate and a $23 Bluecoat (Dirty Martini with blue cheese olives). The martini was perfect, exactly how I like it with tiny slivers of ice shards. Second, I had a $30 Gold Espresso Martini with vodka. It was also perfect. Probably the prettiest espresso martini I've ever been served. The leaf design in your drink is pretty sweet. Tons of dates here, anniversaries, vacationers, and people super dressed up. Most certainly look your best if you decide to come. Next time I'm in Philly, I'll certainly be back!

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    Dining room

    Skyhigh - Mushroom shrimp risotto, grilled octopus, and black truffle and fontina pizza - amazing!

    Mushroom shrimp risotto, grilled octopus, and black truffle and fontina pizza - amazing!

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    Parc - Beef Bourguignon!

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    4.2(3.7k reviews)
    2.4 mi•Rittenhouse Square
    •$$$

    A nice day out today…read more Was able to get an outside table in about 25 minutes. Brunch early afternoon on a Sunday. Enjoyed the bread basket as always. One of the best. Our party of 3 got the gazpacho, onion soup, and the peach-burrata starters. All were excellent. Perfect for outdoor dining. For mains, we got the blueberry French toast, the burger, and the steak frites. Perfect combinations of mains - we shared a little of the others. All well done (not the meat). Do yourself a favor and grab a bite here and watch all the people and dogs enjoying the weather around Rittenhouse.

    I didn't have a reservation, but they had plenty of seating on a Saturday morning around opening. I…read morechose to sit outside, and I would say the service out there is a bit less frequent than if I were inside, but that's an assumption. Not that big of an issue, but I ended up staying there a bit longer than needed because my server wasn't physically outside. I ordered a la cerise surprise (cherry, pomegranate, and lime juice) and a tomato tart. The drink was refreshing and tart, but I'm not sure I would order it again because I found myself wanting it to be a tad sweeter. The tomato tart was great! It's definitely tomato-dominant, which I know sounds obvious, but I was worried there would be too much cheese. The crust is flaky, and it was overall balanced.

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    Parc - Main dining area. Beautiful holiday decorations, unique warm lighting- great ambiance with good energy!

    Main dining area. Beautiful holiday decorations, unique warm lighting- great ambiance with good energy!

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    Truite Amandine/Trout with Almonds

    Parc - Boulangerie on the left to pick up loaves of bread

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    Boulangerie on the left to pick up loaves of bread

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