Fuel your day in Center City, one sip at a time. From classic drip coffee to seasonal lattes, matcha, and more, our latest café roundup has something for every caffeine craving.

East of Broad 

Madis Coffee Roasters 
Located just steps away from the Curtis Center’s historic Tiffany mosaic mural, this European-inspired café features an on-site roastery and ample seating both inside and out. Menu highlights include hot or iced coffees, house made lemonades and filling brunch plates. Our recommendation: seasonal pour over coffee.  
📍601 Walnut Street  
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Talula’s Daily 
This all-day café across from Washington Square Park feels like home with cozy communal seating and scratch-made dishes. Grab-and-go bites are plentiful, and breakfast staples are available each morning alongside fresh pastries and made-to-order beverages. Our recommendation: Dubai latte (pistachio mocha). 
📍208 W. Washington Square   
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Thank You Thank You 
This small café on Jewelers’ Row focuses on sourcing and brewing delicious quality coffee. Plus, their “bean head concierge service” brings their coffee right to your door. 
📍 700 Sansom Street 
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Time & Peace Cafe and Gallery 
More than just a café, Time & Peace hosts events that unite people through art, music and literature along with locally roasted organic coffee, baked goods, sandwiches, and treats.  
📍36 S. 7th Street 
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Passero’s Coffee Roasters 
Since 1990, Passero’s has been committed to roasting the finest organic coffees sourced from small, family-owned farms around the world.  
📍834 Chestnut Street & 100 E. Penn Square, The Wanamaker Building 
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Old City Coffee 
In 1985, a one-person coffee shop became an instant hit and expanded to Reading Terminal in 1988, where they’ve earned kudos for the "best coffee beans" in the city.  
📍 Reading Terminal Market 
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Bower Café  
With a focus on good vibes and simplicity of service, Bower Café also features outdoor seating and the “Bower Booth,” a podcast station and DJ booth available to rent. 
📍 1213 Walnut Street 
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Café Square One 
Whether you pop in for breakfast or lunch, Café Square One won’t disappoint! Be sure to enjoy one of their many food options along with your coffee. 
📍1225 Walnut Street 
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Rival Bros Coffee Bar  
The latest expansion of this local-born brand offers a variety of drip coffee and espresso beverages, which are roasted in Frankford. This Midtown Village location, housed in the Jessup House, has a full breakfast and lunch menu. Our recommendation: a classic red eye (or a seasonal treat like a Freezo or pumpkin spice latte). 
📍1134 Sansom Street  
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West of Broad 

Curtain Call at the Kimmel Center  
Located in the Kimmel Center Plaza, Curtain Call serves high-quality coffee and bites in a relaxed and cozy atmosphere. At 4 p.m., the space transitions into a cocktail lounge, perfect for a pre-show sip. Our recommendation: chai latte.  
📍 300 S. Broad Street 
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La Jefa  
Inspired by the memory of their mother, the Suro family of Tequila’s fame have led with love in their latest venture. Each dish is a celebration of flavors that transport you straight to Mexico. The best part? Guests can start the day with a coffee and end with a cocktail, as the café is open into the evening for dinner and nightcaps. Our recommendation: totomoxtle latte.  
📍 207 S. Sydenham Street  
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Elixr Coffee Roasters   
Since 2010, Elixr has focused on the sourcing, roasting, preparation, and delivery of the most delicious coffee it can find, specializing in lighter-roasted blends. 
📍 207 S. Sydenham Street 
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Black Turtle Coffee 
This small-batch coffee roaster features a wide selection of house-made syrups and seasonal lattes, perfect for a morning caffeine rush or mid-afternoon treat. Our recommendation: seasonal latte, including Josh’s Blueberry Pie.  
📍 129 S. 18th Street  
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Nook Bakery & Coffee Bar  
Located in the heart of the office district, Nook Bakery & Coffee Bar is a small-batch bakery and roastery operating for over 20 years in Philadelphia. Their beans are sustainably sourced and roasted on-site, and their pastries are baked fresh daily. Our recommendation: fresh pastry and an espresso.  
📍 15 S. 20th Street  
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Vernick Coffee Bar  
A modern and bright barista bar, take-away bakery and 40-seat café resides on the second floor of the Comcast Technolgy Center. Vernick Coffee Bar is a convenient and delicious option for Center City office workers hosting a lunch meeting, grabbing an afternoon pick-me-up or morning fuel. Our recommendation: masala chai latte.  
📍 1800 Arch Street  
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K’Far Cafe  
Chef Michael Solomonov's Israeli bakery and cafe offers traditional pastries, a full lunch menu and craft beverages, including coffee creations and cocktails. Our recommendation: pistachio sticky bun and orange blossom latte.  
📍110 S. 19th Street  
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Cappriccio Cafe & Bar  
Tucked away from the bustle of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Cappricio Cafe & Bar located in Cret Park is a relaxing spot to catch up with colleagues or recharge after museum hopping. Our recommendation: cafe au lait.  
📍110 N. 16th Street  
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Konditori  
This espresso bar features Swedish baked goods like cardamom bread (coffee bread with almond filling), kanelbulle (cinnamon rolls) and chokladbollar (cocoa balls).  
📍 40 S. 17th Street 
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Alchemy Coffee 
Located in the Rittenhouse neighborhood, Alchemy Coffee’s minimal, modern space is a great place to work from home, study or enjoy a coffee break with friends.  
📍 119 S. 21st Street 
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