Torch-Wood Cafe

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Hands down my favorite panini spot in Philly! I am really disappointed in myself for just writing this review (smh) My go to is the Spicy Dragon Panini, but since I usually sub the turkey for extra avocado. I have had it with the turkey and it is amazing both ways. Their fruit smoothies are awesome as are their summer drinks. My fav is the lavender tea. It is so refreshing. Everything is so fresh. I've introduced so many people to this place. I just love Torchwood! read more

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I underestimated Torch-wood. I saw a steady flow of customers w henever I walked past, but I put off trying them despite living so close. I got a breakfast panino that said it came with fruit. The fruit salad was HUGE and made up of a wide variety of fresh, quality fruit. The salads easily feed two people. They are fresh and use great ingredients. Order online and it's ready quickly. It's a reliable place for healthy, quality food. read more

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Casey F.

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My co-workers and I were looking for a sandwich shop that can deliver to our building and we found this cafe on Uber Eats. The restaurant has really interesting sandwiches to choose from and they all sounded delicious! My co-worker and I decided to split both the Summer Royal Panini (Ham, Brie Cheese, and Fig-Apricot-Orange spread on ciabatta) and the BBQ Chicken Panini (Rotisserie chicken, American cheese, bacon, and barbecue sauce, we omitted the tomatoes that it normally comes with). I also ordered the Lavender Lemonade. The lavender lemonade was absolutely delicious and is a close second to my favorite lavender lemonade ever at a New Jersey teahouse. It was sweet and not too floral, delicious!! As for the sandwiches, out of the two that we split, we preferred the BBQ Chicken sandwich. I would have LOVED the Summer Royal better if the spread was JUST fig, not apricot/orange/fig. On Uber Eats, I wasn't able to find a field to customize the spread (to only make it fig), but maybe next time if we go there again. The food was really good! read more

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Wow. Wow. Wow. We split a egg, turkey, pesto panini that came with a huge fruit salad. One of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had. Don't judge my awful picture. It was perfect! Serve La Colombe coffee - made perfectly. Such a cute little place, no nonsense with their food. Small seating area. Order at the counter. And wait for deliciousness to arrive. It's a very busy take out place- lots of bags ready to be picked up. I will be coming back because it's well worth it! Stop by and support this local family owned place. read more

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DELICIOUS!! Service is fairly quick. We went on a Monday and they had a lot of orders. The menu in the store is way more than the website. So many options for everyone! 24hrs later: We came back 2 more times! Not realizing they were closing my friend was craving another tea. Staff quickly accommodated us! We came back Tuesday morning and it was busy yet again but just as delicious! This is definitely our forever spot in Philly when visit! Ambiance is relaxing. No one really sat in the shop but to wait for orders. Music is constantly playing in the background read more

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Service and coffee was grade A. The ambiance is just right. I'm surprised the "ma and pa shop" feel you get given the location. Thanks, Torch-Wood! read more

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Joanna M.

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This was my first time getting a panini from here and it was jam packed! Ive never had a bad meal here. read more

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Natalie C.

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Holy moley. YES. FIVE TIMES YESSSS. Today, it was lunchtime and I was hangry. Boy, did Torch-Wood Cafe deliver. I scarfed down my sandwich so fast I didn't even have the chance to take a photo of it. The Spicy Dragon was crunchy, toasted bread, doused in spicy sauce and everything in between. It was the best of all things you could want in a sandwich. This will definitely be a go-to spot from now on, I'm just upset it took me so long to find this gem. read more

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Gloria E.

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I've had Torch-Wood on my radar since I heard it had some pretty delicious sandwiches. Finally found them for delivery on Caviar! Of the three things I tried, my favorite by far was the breakfast bagel. Good flavor on the sausage and a good sized bagel, it was delivered while it was still hot! Second favorite was the lox on a bagel, coming with a good amount of lox and a good ratio of cream cheese. I find that bagel shops sometimes skimp on the fish, but not Torch-Wood! Woohoo Last but not least, the Italian hoagie. Comes with spinach instead of lettuce, and it felt like a classed up version of a staple that we all know and love. Good cheese and just enough meat. Good bread quality in all cases, good toppings, and well worth the suspense! read more

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Cute little cafe. Have been here a few times over the past year or so. Family run (it seems). Staff is friendly and service is courteous and prompt. Menu is robust for such a small place. Modest selection of hot beverage choices. Good selection of pastries and such. Minimal choices for bagels (today for example they only have plain and everything). Lots of choices for smoothies, breakfast sandwiches/paninis, and seasonal drinks. Lots of lunch choices for food as well; but all hand held (sandwiches, wraps, paninis, etc). Decent selection of bagged chips and canned sodas. Good music and a lot of seating for its size. Overall I would strongly recommend this place for coffee, a quick snack, or light lunch. read more

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Becky B.

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Ordered thru DoorDash everything Panini & Matcha Latte were hot & delicious. I warmed the Almond Tart up it was sooooo good read more

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Morgan F.

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I've been so excited to try the spicy dragon panini and it lived up to the hype! Soo good and very filling read more

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Uhura R.

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I have eaten from this business for about 2 years. I ordered today through DoorDash to inform them that my Dasher had the unfortunate experience where my drinks were in an unstable container and they did not replace the drinks. I called and a female answered "I am the manager" I attempted to explain what happened and the "manager" cut me off and said "we had no spillage in my store...there is no spillage"...I stated she was speaking "aggressively" to me (which she was and I suspect her sobriety by speaking not only belligerent but hanging UP on a CUSTOMER. Unfortunately an intervention is needed...I hope someone is willing to rectify the issue through Yelp since this company LOVES to hang up on customers who are trying to get the information-it may not have happened but when you speak over a customer and REFUSE as a "MANAGER" to give your name, that doesn't do you ANY favors-you kissed a reorder and sale. And lost a few customers...thanks a LOT. I would give this place a zero-as how they like to be accountable, but I believe Yelp is being TOO kind on this establishment. read more

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Anjie Y.

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holy moly!! i didn't know sandwiches could be so delicious! i stopped by on a whim because i was in the area, and was greeted with friendly smiles and a very aesthetic (beautiful handwriting!), overflowing board of menu options: coffee, hot cocoa, seasonal sandwiches, hot and cold sandwiches, salads. i chose the spicy dragon (was told it's popular!) and oh ma GAHHH. it disappeared in 5 min. the stars aligned. the flavors, impeccable. slices of turkey, generous. a perfect spicy kick. melty goodness. i hope to be back very soon! what a lovely place! read more

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Alison W.

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Great family owned business right in old city! I came in with dietary restrictions and everyone was super accommodating and very patient. I ended up getting a sourdough panini with chicken, avocado, onion & BBQ sauce. All around, I would recommend this little spot. It's the perfect quaint deli for old city! So many options for everyone to choose from. read more

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Casey B.

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Great place for a quick breakfast or lunch! Their sandwiches and wraps don't disappoint. Smoothies are in a variety of flavors. My favorite is the espresso chocolate peanut butter smoothie! Wonderful staff as well! read more

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Megan Y.

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Torch-Wood is getting bumped up a star for coming through with one of the best lox bagels my friend and I have ever had! A friend came by today to help me with a career transition, so I told him I would pick up bagels, intending to get them from Philly Style Bagels on Arch Street. I showed up at Philly Style and they were inexplicably closed. A quick search on UberEATS indicated that Torch-Wood had a lox bagel with "vegetables." It was a bit of a vague description, but I could walk there in just a few minutes, so I gave it a shot. Plain bagel for me, everything bagel for my friend, and crossed my fingers... The bag was heavy when I picked it up, and when we opened our to-go boxes, we were met with extremely fresh, chewy bagels piled high with lox! There was ample cream cheese, enough to have to wipe your mouth with a napkin while eating, but not so much that it overwhelmed the sandwich. Vegetables turned out to be a very fresh tomato slice, cucumbers, red onion (which I picked off bc I don't love raw onion) and capers. My Jewish, deli-loving friend declared it one of the best lox bagels he'd ever had, which is high praise indeed! I would put this on par with Famous 4th Street at less than half the price. Lunch for both of us rang in at $18. Thank the universe for happy accidents like the other place closing early. I have a new go-to for one of my favorite sandwiches right around the corner! The rest of their menu continues to be interesting and creative and features seasonal specials. It's possible I may branch out, but right now, all I can think about is their lox bagel! read more

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Jess M.

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Torchwood doesn't really advertise it, but they have gluten free bread! They make great sandwiches -- the ingredients are fresh and flavorful, and the service is fast. The owners/employees couldn't be nicer. read more

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Gwendolyn P.

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Happened to be starving in this part of town and stumbled across this seemingly family run business. Being that family run businesses are a dying breed it was refreshing. The sandwich and smoothie that we had were prepared with love! Torch Wood is a nice addition to that part of town. read more

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Densie C.

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N L.

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So, I live nearly across the street and have ventured here a few times to pick up some items when this sandwich shop was also a corner market. They have since downsized the market but now strictly make sandwiches. I ordered online and went in to pick up at about 2pm on a weekday. They were doing steady business. The menu over the bar is huge and overwhelming. If you can't find something you'd like you probably don't like food. I ordered one of the panini and a lemonade. The panini was amazing! I'm not sure what I expected but it was fresh, hot, and packed full of good fresh ingredients. The lemonade had more of a packaged flavor than I'd like but it was cold with a slice of lemon. This is clearly a family business, the kind of place that makes up the backbone of this city. I'll have to come back for the breakfast sandwiches and maybe those smoothies. It's busy, they must be doing something right. read more

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Angela S.

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Very cute cafe, staff is very friendly and had good recommendations. The food was absolutely delicious and came out still warm and packaged/presented very neatly. I can't wait to go back and try some more of their options. read more

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I MF love this place. I often order through grubhub but if I'm around the area I always have to stop by. The paninis are the best I've ever had! Love the veggie burger, spicy dragon and chipotle chicken! Fresh ingredients all the time. Also the pastries are really good. Very friendly staff and looks like family owned. There is usually parking out front on the weekday mornings. read more

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Sarah G.

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I've ordered from here several times - often for delivery, but I've also eaten in the cafe area and I've walked in and placed to-go orders. It seems to be a well-run family restaurant. The menu is extensive and all of the paninis I have tried are delicious. I like that there are paninis with Indian flavors (e.g., curry chicken, mango chutney) as well as standard panini offerings (e.g., mozzarella pesto tomato). The seasonal menu offerings are also delicious - Brie, spinach, and strawberries panini? Yum!! The smoothies and pastries I have tried have been equally delicious and fresh! While waiting or eating in the cafe, I have noticed a couple other things. One, the meats for the sandwiches are cut fresh as orders are placed (explains why the sandwiches are so good!). Two, the employees' (owners'?) interactions with the various delivery folks who pop in - seemingly constantly during lunch! - are always calm, respectful, and patient (even when the delivery folks are not). I have found that how business owners treat their employees and other service workers is a good indicator of how they run their businesses in general (e.g., whether they cut corners). This makes me all the more happier to support Torchwood Cafe. read more

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Nate H.

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Breakfast panini, tasty. But the green tea, outstanding I got the mango lavender green tea. My cup was full of fresh herbs and sliced lemons. read more

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I really wanted to try this place based on the beautiful photos. Was closed for the 4th but we made sure to stop in the next day before we got on the road for 12 hours back to IL. So glad we did! Fresh, delicious ingredients made with obvious care! Would go back in a heart beat! read more

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Leah F.

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I have enjoyed many sandwiches and drinks from Torch wood!! Everything is delicious and the family that runs this place have always been so nice. The Sandwiches have very fresh ingredients and so many fun flavor combinations to choose from! Whenever I'm craving a really good sandwich around lunch time, I go here. Prices are reasonable and on average they take about 20 minutes to make the sandwiches in my experience ordering pick up :) read more

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Maria K.

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Food always arrives perfect. I love ordering from here! The spicy dragon panini is delicious and their chip options are great too.

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This place is my absolute favorite! The spicy dragon panini is incredible but so is everything!

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Their Spicy Dragon hot panini is delish !!! All of their sandwiches are great. Friendly family owned cafe. read more

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My old workplace would order lunch from here all the time and I always loved getting a smoothie + the spicy dragon. I went in person for the first time today and the employees were so sweet :) Great customer service. Their sandwiches are heavenly. read more

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Excellent coffee and smoothie bowls! Their smoothie bar menu is not online but I would HIGHLY recommend trying them! I have enjoyed every bowl I've tried from Torch-Wood. They are so tasty and nutritious. The family that runs Torch-Wood has always been friendly, helpful, and provided great service. read more

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Megan O.

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Ordered delivery thru GrubHub from Torch-Wood as my boyfriend and I were looking for a tasty lazy day lunch. Torch-Wood had awesome reviews and their selection of sandwiches and paninis looked great so we gave 'em a try. Food came quickly and both our paninis were still warm. We both settled on two of the fall/winter specials--I went with the Bacon Avocado Melt and my BF went with the Fig-Prosciutto Monte Cristo. They were both DELICIOUS. The bread was crunchy and perfect and the flavors were great. I would for sure order from here again and will now make a point to stop in and eat in house. Finally a place that satisfies the great sandwich shop niche I've been searching for! EDIT: the paninis I have pictured and talk about (as they are my faveeeeee) were only "Fall/Winter Specials" and are no longer on the menu as of June. Booooooo read more

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Ashley M.

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I wish I could vote 10 stars!! Everything is SO delicious from Torchwood. And don't skip the drinks either! They have the best lavender lemonade in the city! read more

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Avi L.

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Best sandwich shop in the city. Been coming here for years. Lovely family run business

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Such a diverse menu and you get a lot of food for your money! I enjoy their sandwiches and smoothies. The place is very clean and the staff are friendly. They are quick to get your food prepared and the presentation is nice! read more

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First time ordering food from here, and was not disappointed ! First concern was whether the sandwiches would be as good as the pictures looked, and let me say they look and taste great! Best sandwich I've had in a long time! Will definitely be back! I can see this place becoming one of my new favorites! read more

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They make a great sandwich! Very polite and kind service, usually pretty quick too. Prices are also very reasonable, and they use quality ingredients. Love the spicy dragon panini. Usually get it to go. read more

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303 N 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
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(215) 238-2148
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What time does Torch-Wood Cafe open?

Torch-Wood Cafe opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Torch-Wood Cafe close?

Torch-Wood Cafe closes at 3:00 PM on Monday.Torch-Wood Cafe closes at 3:30 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Torch-Wood Cafe closes at 2:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.Torch-Wood Cafe is closed on Sunday.

Mon 8:00 AM - 3:00 PMTue-Thu 8:00 AM - 3:30 PMFri-Sat 8:00 AM - 2:30 PMSun Closed

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Does Torch-Wood Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Torch-Wood Cafe takes credit cards.

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Does Torch-Wood Cafe serve alcohol?

Yes, Torch-Wood Cafe serves alcohol.

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Does Torch-Wood Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, Torch-Wood Cafe has bike parking.

Does Torch-Wood Cafe have parking?

Yes, Torch-Wood Cafe has parking options. Street Parking

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Yes, Torch-Wood Cafe has free WiFi.

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3.5(1k reviews)

Family owned and operated (I think). We heard about this place from a local.... Definitely worth…read moreseeking out. Huge Philly cheese steak that I split into two meals. The daughter was the cashier and super sweet. Fun upbeat place with decorative inside and plenty of outdoor seating as well.

Campos has been around since 1947 and i can't help but wonder how much cheesesteaks went for way…read moreback when but i'll tell you in 2026 if you're looking to eat here for a fair price look elsewhere. Campos is a small strip fast food dine in that appears to be well kept in and out. unfamiliar with the social popular attraction this restaurant gets.. but i chose to eat here as it was closest to us after visiting the adventure aquarium (great aquarium i recommend it) so that we could try authentic philly cheesesteak but sadly i was slightly disappointed and here s why: before i give my opinion i'd like to state i got a the italian cheesesteak rather get a simple cheesesteak and that's my mistake there but after noticing no prices were marked on the menus i already felt off about it. in total my gf and i each got 1 sandwich and a fountain drink bringing the total up to 49 dollars.. i didn't have time to react but seeing the prices set my expectations high. i was expecting to be blown away by being served the messiest cheesesteak i'd ever eaten so gooey and greasy it'd take years off my life but when we unrolled our sandwiches i was immediately let down. sandwiches didnt look appetizing and the italian cheesesteak tasted like i was eating one large cooked broccoli. there were peppers in my sandwich that had a whole lot of heat which i enjoy in a good sandwich but the heat came with no flavor and was too intense for me to taste and enjoy even the overwhelming broccoli flavor from the sandwich. i will say the sharp provolone was delicious when i could taste it but sadly that's all i take from my sandwich. my gf got the cheesesteak hoagie and says the flavor was good and enjoyed her sandwich but feels the price is ridiculous for the quality and i sadly have to agree. if i'm going to spend more than i would at applebees.. yes.. applebees.. for food that wasn't as good as applebees then i expect to be blown away. staff was average they weren't rude no complaints there. the store is air conditioned and well kept considering the very limited seating due to high traffic with pictures and painting on the walls with some historic look-backs to its earlier years. Overall i won't base my entire opinion on philly cheesesteaks from this review. i've heard from locals and family that you want to find the food trucks that serve cheesesteak as they have what i'm looking for. will i come back here? no. -update: the owner posted a comment to my review saying i should get out more then began to compare prices to other places that might just have better food i've never received this type of feedback but this is also my lowest rating so far so i'm i guess i'm not too surprised.

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Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken

4.4(53 reviews)

Holy. Best hot chicken spot in Philadelphia. I haven't been…read morecraving hot chicken because it hasn't been that great after I first had it. Randomly went in and got their chicken bites and wow this started me on hot chicken again! It's the perfect combination of Asian crispy chicken at a bubble tea store but better because it has more meat and the perfect amount of crunch! Just get the chicken bites! I couldn't stop raving about it while eating it!

The food is very good. The service good and food fresh. If I come back to this area I will come…read moreback. It's a small family business. The boba tea is even better. Go support because the food is very good.

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Coffee Tea & Company

3.5(29 reviews)

excellent service! came in with a large group and the friendly workers went above and beyond to…read moreaccommodate us!

Overall, this place is a perfectly fine spot, but there are a myriad of little things that add up…read morethat make it not worthwhile. For one, during breakfast time, they will not show the breakfast menu on the screens. I ordered a panini when I first came here but didn't realize there were breakfast options until I noticed the paper menues on the far side of the counter, which the staff did not mention. OK, perhaps my bad, I can live with it. The other problem is the food itself is OK, not fantastic. The panini I got was... meh. The final problem is the staff just look like they do not want to be there. I get it, it's tough to find a good job these days in a horrible economy where nobody is hiring, and I'm not sure if the owner is paying them well or p*ss-poor, but they really do look miserable. Hope this place can improve.

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PrimoHoagies

3.0(56 reviews)

Close at 8, arrive at 7. Won't let us sit because they close soon. Welcome to the city of brotherly…read morelove. Word to the wise, ugly service staff.

NOT recommend. Tuesday, I ordered a small hoagie. At first glance, it did look smaller than usual…read morebut I was not certain. I was still hungry afterwards, so then I was pretty sure the sandwich was smaller than usual. Today (Thurs), I go to the location on 11th street and ordered the small hoagie-- and it was noticeably BIGGER-- like I remember. You should tell customers or reduce the price if you're going to charge the same price for a smaller product :-(

Hard working staff!

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Almost Home General

3.9(62 reviews)

0.2 mi

I've been meaning to try almost home general for quite some time, now I'm kicking myself that I…read morewaited this long. I had heard alot about their chicken caesar wrap, and as a chicken caesar enthusiast, I had to give it a shot. This was absolutely incredible. Dare I say the best wrap I've had in Philly. Everything was perfectly fresh, the dressing was delicious, and the wrap was perfectly grilled. I went for the truffle fries on the side, they were great as well. Perfectly fried and seasoned. Unfortunately my snickerdoodle latte wasn't the greatest. The flavoring was lovely and was just sweet enough, but the espresso was a bit burnt. Overall this was great, definitely adding to my lunch rotation.

Food: The bagels themselves were unfortunately very hard and…read morenot entirely enjoyable to eat. That said, the egg, cheese, and fixings were great. It's possible the bagels weren't fresh when we visited (Tuesday morning). I ordered a cereal latte and a mango smoothie. The coffee was fine but not something I'd order again, while the smoothie was really good and something I would recommend. While dining in, the overall presentation felt more like a cafeteria experience than a sit-down café. We were given plastic to-go utensil sets, plastic cups, plastic straws, and our food was served on a baking sheet. The overwhelming use of plastic felt underwhelming for dining in and didn't align with the price point, especially when the average coffee + bagel total exceeds $15. Service: The staff was friendly overall, but not very mindful of professional behavior while working. While the atmosphere is meant to be relaxed, one barista was sitting on the countertops and taking personal calls on speaker, which felt off-putting as a customer. Ambiance: It's a nice open space with great natural lighting and plenty of seating. Overall, it's a good place to work, hang out, and get caffeinated.

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Greg H.

3

36

0

8 years ago

A small, family owned and operated deli with great hours that has everything you could want to take out or eat in. Unique creations like the "mango tango" sandwich and bacon-avocado Caesar salad are my favorites. Desserts include cheesecake, pecan pie, cream broule, oversized cookies, and a variety of tarts you won't easily find anywhere else. You can call ahead or order through Grub Hub as well. Free high speed wi-fi and a growing classic rock and blues vinyl collection. For me, worth going to several days a week! read more

David W.

5

7

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10 years ago

I was staying with a buddy in Northern Liberties and wanted a supermarket. Found this on yelp. It is small but has everything you can need. The variety is great and has the things you'd expect (cereal, etc) along with some great all-natural and healthy things. The owner was so sweet. You can tell he had a relationship including every one of the regulars. He even have me some bananas free of charge! read more

Nick C.

5

6

35

14 years ago

GREAT place! So much cheaper than you know who down the block. Awesome boarshead products, family owned by really nice people. The best deli and market in old city plus they open early and stay open late every day! read more

Allan B.

0

6

2

7 years ago

Amazing paninis. Little place with a great menu. Highly recommend this place. I had the Mango Tango panini that had a perfect spicy sauce to it. read more

Ariel D.

0

7

0

4 years ago

This place is wonderful. Great smoothies and sandwiches. Lovely hosts and just an all around great place.

Kyle G.

172

1

0

11 years ago

Delicious food. The people are wonderful and you can taste the love they put in to their dishes.

Val T.

0

9

0

3 years ago

Food is good, service isn't the best I would recommend this place to friends and family

Chris F.

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6

1

3 years ago

for here with 0 service...in a box...kinda rude...

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A day off for the upcoming holiday and wanted to treat myself to breakfast. I have driven past…read moreMiles table a few times and decided to give it a try! When you walk in there is nobody there to greet you but you can hear a hello from the counter across the restaurant. There are instructions to grab a menu, make your way to the counter to place order, and then grab a seat. I ordered coffee and Urban Yolk (2 fried eggs, bacon, arugula, cheddar & chipotle on brioche roll. Served with home-fries). The sandwich was quite tasty but I prefer my home-fries with onions and peppers.

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This little breakfast/lunch diner has so many good options on offer. You can a good breakfast here…read more(egg omelets, potatoes, breakfast meats), a good lunch here (burgers and cheesesteaks), and even Korean specialty items like Cupbop and bulgogi dumplings. I got the Chicken Katsu (fried chicken) Cupbop today which includes fried egg, two dumplings, side of corn, salad, and rice all in a little bento box container. It seems like it's small but there's a good amount of food inside for only $13.50. You get a choice of sauce. I picked Sweet Mayo which is really good with the fried chicken. The dumplings were tasty. Overall, well worth the money considering all the more expensive options around.

Great local business with both American and Asian food options - cupbop, bulgogi cheesesteak,…read moreclassic philly cheesesteak, pancake breakfast, etc! Good location for a quick lunch or takeout. A casual spot that's affordable.

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I took one bite if the mozzarella sticks and could tell they were rancid. I immediately became…read moresick. The cheese is almost opaque. Mozzarella should not look like that. Panini was covered in oil and the chicken was chewy. I actually had to leave work sick from this food. Avoid at all costs!

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This mom and pop store is mostly known for its cold sandwiches and hoagies but today I wanted…read morebreakfast for lunch so I got a sausage, egg and cheese on a long roll that was quality. They offer many snacks, chips and juice/soda to buy to go with your food order and the prices are vey fair

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4.9

(7 reviews)

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This is a review for the cafe. Be Wellfed has been operating as a meal prep company but just…read morestarted serving breakfast and coffee out of their NoLibs brick and mortar. The inside is spacious and beautifully decorated with plenty of stylish seating. There is a stocked fridge for drinks and packed meals to go. I ordered an iced coffee ($4) and the blueberry sausage breakfast sandwich ($7.50). The sausage was super flavorful and I loved the burst of blueberry sweetness. I deducted one star for the sweet potato brioche bun- I liked how soft it was but there was too much of it in proportion to the sausage/egg/cheese. It might have done better if the bun was warmed or toasted. Overall, a bit of room for improvement but the sausage was a standout. There is a gated parking lot that is free for customers during business hours. There is also metered street parking along 4th St. Looking forward to exploring their other menu offerings and excited to have a new space to hang and enjoy a cup of coffee in the neighborhood!

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Note: Brunics is open for takeout only. There is no longer an option for dine in…read more We tried Brunics on our recent trip to Philly purely based on its close proximity to our Airbnb. Walked up expecting to be seated, but found out that they only do takeout now. We ordered at the window and waited outside. We had to wait a little long for our order to be ready, but the owner didn't seem to mind giving me coffee refills while I waited. Love that this place is a favorite among locals. There was an endless stream of people coming to pick up their meals. While we were waiting on our order, one of the guys in line was telling us about how he had been going to this place for years. The food itself is simple, but you can't beat the price. Glad that we stumbled on this local gem.

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4.9

(15 reviews)

FRICKEN WONDERFUL SANDWICH!!!!!!!! Ramen thing is so worth…read moreit. It is all the toppings of ramen. The eggs were perfectly jammy without being too messy. The egg was honestly some of the best egg I've had. Every other topping also paired super well The bagels themselves have good crispy outside and are super soft inside. I also got a Frenchthing bagel since the pairing of lavender and savory is rare. I didn't find the lavender particularly present but a good bagel.

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