My family and I got breakfast at Enswell during our stay in Philadelphia. This swanky, hip place offers up elevated tasty food and superb service in an exquisitely decorated, albeit small, cafe. We braved negative degree weather for the roughly 10 minute walk from our hotel. We walked in at a good time. This is the type of place where a reservation for breakfast would be required. We were sat immediately. The dining area is tight. A green velvet bench, marble tables, metal chairs, all packed into a small area. You could very well have your butt brush over the table of the patrons next to you if you have to get up for any reason. It's tight. Our server was around quickly. He was super friendly and kept things conversational, light and sophisticated. My wife ordered an iced latte, I had their hot drip coffee. For a starter, we had to try the cinnamon knot bread. While it wasn't what we were expecting, it was good. Although, we wouldn't order again. The bread is presented as a small loaf, room temperature with a cold cream cheese icing drizzled over top. The bread had a mild cinnamon flavor and was dry. It lacked the sweet, moist dough you expect from a cinnamon bread. My wife ordered the French style omelet. This had gruyere cheese and chives. Beautifully plated, perfectly cooked and the taste was spot on. It was good enough to forget that she paid $21 for just an omelet, no meat, no sides. I ordered the Eggs Benedict. Pretty standard here. The eggs had bright orange yolks which is common for farm fresh eggs. The "coffee" hollandaise didn't come across with a coffee flavor but it was rich and went well with the ham and English muffins. One thing that stuck with me was their drip coffee. Not sure if it has been a while since I had a light roast but the Rival Bros. Revolver coffee was so good, I got a bag of whole beans to bring back home with me. I may even order it again online. Enswell succeeded on all fronts. The ambiance and service was great. The decor, impeccable. The food, thoughtful and tasty. The details from the silverware to the plates added to the experience. We would come back. read more

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I thought this place was very cute. Outdoor limited seating and indoor area as well. The appeal was to get a quick read in amd have my pup with me. I felt like I ordered the wrong combination. I was able to do an egg sandwich and swap for sourdough bread vs eng muffin. Love that. Didn't love the copper sharp cheese that was a bit messy and tangy. I kept thinking they must have added some type of sauce on it. I'd much rather come back for a simple fried egg combo and chedda cheese. I was also offered sparkling water, but I do wish it had more fizz. The service start to finish was superb in friendly and fast service. I'd come back for mimosa/bar for sure. read more

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Such a super cute place to grab drinks! The decor and vibes were super good for pictures But the food wasn't great. I got the crispy quinoa bowl and the whole thing itself was not pleasant. It has a horseradish dressing but the horseradish dressing overpowered everything!! Even the sweet potatoes tasted like horseradish and the whole bowl itself lacked depth and distinction between flavors. Would not order this and should be taken off menu. read more

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Charming place best espresso martini's in the city- run don't walk! You will Not be disappointed read more

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This place is beautiful. I came here for dinner... the food is Tapas style. It was really good! The chicken crepe was fantastic. The atmosphere is gorgeous. Perfect for a date night. Also the service was 10/10. read more

The customer service was great, consistently checked in on us as well as other tables. The ambiance, decor, and energy was good, it's just a tight space once enough people start getting seated. Now as far as the food is concerned it was between a 3 and 4 for a few reasons. Let's start with the shared plate - cinnamon knot bread. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't anything amazing either. It was a case of trying to be too balanced, not sweet enough for a sugar lover but too bland for a not sugar lover. The cream icing I was not a fan of and the bread itself was slightly dry. For the meal we got the classic breakfast + steak and eggs. The potatoes were 5/5 as they had the right crisp on them. The steak and bacon were 5/5, thick cut bacon slices cooked just crisp enough but not burnt. The steak was ordered medium, came out closer to the rarer side but it had good flavor, cut clean, and chewed easy. The eggs were eggs. Lastly, the iced brown sugar latte to drink was solid, the ice cubes were huge which I found funny. All in all, I think we'd go again just not soon or we are in the area. read more

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Great Coffee. Visited for brunch and the food was pretty good. The coffee was amazing the salad and the potatoes. If you're gluten free the options are limited however you can get something here. The vibe is very Wicked and cutesy. They were very hospitable and they had a coat check. read more

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Came for a Sunday brunch and the place was packed, good thing we had a reservation! The service was quick and friendly. The aesthetic of the restaurant is very nice. The food was just okay. Nothing was bad per-say but nothing stood out either. read more

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Beautiful cafe! Came here for brunch on a Saturday and had a lovely meal. The brunch menu was smaller than what was on the website. I ordered a classic breakfast with bacon. The bacon was ok, but a bit tough. Everything else was good. This is more of a place to grab a bite before continuing to a different place. Service was quick to accommodate for all of the guests who were waiting and had reservations. read more

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I just happened upon my old review of Enswell and needed to make an update from 4 to 5 stars: they DID update their daytime menu with more robust food options! This business has been so adept at implementing the neighborhood's feedback. It's still gorgeous, still always busy, but now more able to offer a full experience no matter what your hunger level might be. They also have the best seasonal/speciality latte menus in the neighborhood, and it's my go-to all day cafe. Yay! ILYSM, Enswell! read more

Beautiful setting, but I think some things could have been better during my experience. I tried the turkey sandwich. It had some heat to it, but the combination of dressing, greens and whatever was creating the spice in the sandwich caused the bread to fall apart while eating it. The bread was actually the tastiest part, but the sandwich did not hold at all. I paired it with the crispy potatoes, which were a great texture, but they don't bother with seasoning. This is probably great for someone who doesn't expect that, but I had to add flavor to them myself. My coffee was good, but it had a hair in it, which was gross. They swapped it out thankfully. The highlight was their cocktail. I had the Earth Angel and it was very good, but it's kind of unfortunate that was really the only thing I can speak highly of in terms of food. The service was also very good. Our waitress was kind. I feel like I would be open to returning for drinks but the food was not impressive. read more

I came here for the happy hour collaboration with Cocco's gelato. I didn't make a reservation so I was told that to get a table, I had to wait 2 hours. They gave me the option to wait at the bar area. My patience paid off. I finally got a spot at the section next to the bar. It's standing area with a counter space that isn't very spacious but enough for small plates. The restaurant was super busy. People were waiting at the lobby. They were out of wine glasses at some point. I ordered oysters with champagne gelato. Unfortunately, gelato had melted and became watery. The gelato was delicious. My order probably had been out for a while. Oysters were fresh. Bartender was very friendly and engaging. Good spot to have drinks after work. I love the bar area. It has a very ornate wall. read more

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Stopped in for dinner here a while back and it's a great space. The pear martini was well made and quite tasty, and they have some other interesting cocktails. There is a rotating food menu by the chef. Sampled a few of the food options: potato bread, seafood skewer, fried olive, baked cavatelli, amongst other things. Interesting elevated flavors for most dishes, everything well executed. Warm potato bread had an especially rich, cheese fondue on it. Fried olives portion was a bit small but still tasty. Seafood skewer well seasoned and grilled. Nice ambiance and great staff, overall great dinner. Thanks read more

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Was in here on a Sunday night - fairly quiet . Lovely hostess but awful service. Waitress was hanging around the table next to me , talking to them about her order , coming back to them several times while our table clearly waited to order......Much too long to be ignored. With all of the options open and this creepy vibe from her , no reason to stay . Had an outstanding experience afterwards At Almyra read more

Came for brunch. They take reservations now which I was told is relatively new. Food was so enjoyable as well as atmosphere. It is a small setting so you definitely want to get a reservation. read more

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Amazing drinks and the atmosphere was just as good as the meals. They make their own drink syrups bake their own English muffins everything was on point. Shout out to our bartender Nikki, who was a gracious host. read more

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The experience at Enswell is what I wish all dining experiences were like. From the service, to the interior, and of course the DELICIOUS food - everything blew us away. We ordered the fried olives, shishito peppers, spicy crab hash browns, cavatelli, and butter poached chicken. Every dish was better than the last. If I had to pick, I would highly recommend the chicken and pasta. They both were served HOT and bursting with flavor. Will definitely be returning! read more

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I lucked out today when I waltzed into Enswell without a rezy and actually got seated immediately. Furthermore, the restaurant never got busy so my server told me to take my time, read my book, enjoy the coffee, and he'll check in to bring refills. I ordered the steak and eggs with a peppercorn jus that was eggcellent. I might have a thing about runny, sunny side up eggs that fail to run, but no problem here as they were perfect. The steak was also cooked rare and juicy. Enswell is a beautiful restaurant and today it delivered 100%. 5 stars read more

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Interesting drinks, great food. The grilled spring peas were the best dish. Incredibly flavorful and cooked perfectly. The oysters were fresh and delicious! I did feel like we were quite rushed - the waitress came to clear the oysters while we were putting lemon and hot sauce on our last ones. It was busy, but still had tables open, so I was pretty surprised by the sense of urgency. Overall, super cute space and fun date night! read more

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With my son headed back to school and work in Tucson I thought we should have another epic foodie adventure in Philly. One of the newest spots, this place is open for brunch on Sundays only. The interior is gorgeous and feels like you are in a chic European hotel restaurant. Here is what we ordered: Spicy Crab Roll - $26 - love that they had the crab filling on top of a piece of lettuce before placing it onto the bun. Absolutely nom nom. STEAK & EGGS - $26 - must be special chickens that they get their eggs from because the yolk is as bright orange as a duck egg. The minute steak was juicy and tasty and my son loved the crispy potatoes in the peppercorn jus. FRENCH STYLE OMELETTE - $21 - gruyère & chives with an added side of sausage - $6 (delicious) Portions are tiny but I don't mind it. The food has touches of French influences. Each bite on our plate was an absolute delight. TY Chef! It is still a solid 5-stars for me even though I thought cinnamon buns were over-baked. Also shocked at how massive (took up half the table) it was compare to the very small portions on all our entrees. Service was friendly & professional. read more

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Came here the other day during breakfast since I was visiting Philly for the day. I had made a reservation for myself and my dining companion beforehand and when we arrived, it was pretty empty, but soon after filled up. The space itself is really pretty, with big windows looking out into the street and rich tones throughout the restaurant. We ordered the skillet cinnamon buns (which were delicious), the avocado croast and the steak and eggs. I really enjoyed the avocado croast (it had great flavor) and my dining companion really liked his dish as well. The service was excellent and I would definitely come back again! read more

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We just came here for drinks, but the cocktails were outstanding and place was really nice!

Super cute spot for breakfast. Decor is lovely and the food and coffee are very good. The breakfast sandwich on a toasted English muffin hit the spot. And the yogurt parfait was pretty and delicious. The Derringer was also quite good. The waitress was very good and when we asked what the building had been before she told us it had been a girls finishing school. Interesting! read more

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Vibes: artsy, classy casual; bring a friend or two to sit at the bar or the mixed booth seating Tasting notes: - Spicy crab hash brown: excellent ratio of creamy crab to crispy, salty hash brown; shareable for two - Winter vegetables: citrus-forward with a touch of umami and spiciness from chili crunch; vegetables were thinly sliced and refreshing - Tempura eggplant: intensely crackly edges; light dusting of togarashi - Duck bolognese: al dente, wide and long pasta; appreciated the crispy breadcrumbs for added texture - Pretty lady: aromatic in a coffee-forward manner, otherwise fairly light with hints of floral and citrus notes Other thoughts: - Friendly staff, service slightly slow - Fairly small portions; above dishes were barely satisfying for 3 adults Impression: would come back for the drinks with a light bite or two! read more

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Bring back avocado croast it was amazing! One of the best brunch dishes in Philly. Also love their coffee, cocktails and ambiance.

Cute place. The vibes are amazing and I absolutely loved the decor. The drink menu is a bit limited in my opinion. The servers were very kind and accommodating. read more

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Treat yourself to an amazing and unique cocktail and enjoy the cool and sophisticated vibe here! Tiffany the hostess will offer you her fantastic smile and skillfully find you a seat even on the most crowded day (just be patient, trust her process!). Ester the bartender is the mixologist you've longed for! Love this spot! read more

What a beautiful restaurant. We were lucky for great weather to sit outside. Service was great but the real star was the food. The highlights were the crab has browns and the pasta. Perfect for spring and easy to share. Highly recommend!! read more

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Came for their Sunday brunch, and stayed for the cozy decor and ambiance! Their pre-dinner service only lasts until 3:00 PM on weekends, and the cafe was packed as there's not too much seating. However, the service was excellent and I was served quickly and tended to frequently during my meal and subsequent coffee. I enjoyed my eggs benedict; the creamed spinach added a good texture and didn't make the dish salty as I initially feared with the ham. Portion was good for the price, which will run slightly higher (i.e., $17-25 range for dishes). The location is ideal, being near both the Academy of Arts and Kimmel Center. I'm excited to revisit for dedicated coffee and studying when the space is less busy during off-meal hours! read more

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Decent food, off service that was fineeeee for an afternoon. The place was empty so I was surprised at how long it took to bring the food out. Interiors are stunning and would try again for dinner. read more

Cute place with the girls or for a date. Made a reservation and got there on time. Didn't get seated until 25 mins later. Ordered our food and food didn't come out until almost 40 mins later. Food was delicious but small portions and pricey. 3 of us ordered the same thing and 1 friend ordered the Benedict. My piece of bread was bigger than my eggs and potatoes.. my friends ordered extra potatoes and sausage but it was small portion with big $$. Our server was friendly but forgot our cinnamon bun so we had to wait to get that. Was still hungry when we left.. read more

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Pre-pandemic, Enswell was one of the few coffee spots that stayed open in the evening, making it the perfect quiet hangout spot. I loved that iteration, and their delicious offerings of pastries and open-faced sandwiches on delicious bread with simple toppings left me wishing they had a full kitchen. Fast forward a few years: I was so excited to hear that they expanded their food offerings! I stopped by with a friend for lunch and frankly was disappointed. The vibe was great, the restaurant decor was beautiful and tastefully decorated. It felt almost European in its understated grandeur. The menu felt curated and many of the items sounded really appealing. Unfortunately, the food just wasn't great. The cinnamon roll skillet was over-proofed and over-baked, so the dough tasted and smelled sweaty and texture was dry, edging towards crumbly. The mushroom toast was so savory, the flavor was overwhelming by the end of the dish. It could have used something to lighten up the flavor - maybe more ricotta, or something with acidity. Service was good, and the coffee was excellent. But for the price, I expected more attention to the details that could have made the experience really great. read more

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Cute spot with indoor and outdoor seating. We went for brunch on a Sunday morning and sat outside. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Food came out quickly, we only got small plates to share since we had lunch planned not too long after, but what we ordered was good. We got the yogurt and regular breakfast which came with toast, potatoes and eggs. We tried the mushroom scrapple which we really liked. So great alternative if you're vegetarian. read more

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Lovely interior. The dishes were pretty decent, 4 star. A fun place for drinks and snacks with friends. Much smaller than I thought and hidden within an apartment building? Definitely don't sit outside if you can help it I really enjoyed the seafood skewers but probably not worth the price. To make a reservation there is a fee of $25 per person that is applied to the bill. read more

Such a hidden gem! Not sure how long this place has been around but I stumbled across it while searching for a brunch place. The interior is beautiful and food was fantastic. I had the steak and eggs. The potatoes were probably the best potatoes I've had for brunch! I high recommend! read more

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I have been wanting to come here for months and finally was able to make it to breakfast this week. I'm unable to discuss their evening or afternoon menu/experience since I was only there for breakfast. The service was friendly when we were seated at our table, but when you first enter there was not a hostess and you had to wait at the coffee counter where she didn't really seem happy to greet us. We tried the classic breakfast plate and while the potatoes were absolutely delicious, the eggs were a bit under for my taste. Portions were not super generous, but the dish was filling. Coffee was also good since they offered Rival branded coffee. The interior was very plush and beautiful and there were a few uncovered outdoor tables to sit at. read more

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The cutest! Came to Enswell for Sunday brunch after they opened up reservations. It's absolutely adorable inside (even the bathrooms are gorgeous!). Started off with a latte and orange juice, and my friend got a mimosa. We split the skillet cinnamon roll which was fantastic (I could eat 20 of them). I opted for the eggs Benedict and my friend had the smoked salmon tartine - both were delicious. Service was friendly and quick. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Came here for after dinner drinks. I got the Haymaker which is essentially a whiskey based espresso martini. Since I'm not a vodka drinker I was a huge fan of the cocktail. My husband got the Odissi Negroni which had a twist by including chai. We both really enjoyed our cocktails. The restaurant is a lot smaller than I imagined and there are very few bar seats. The servers were very accommodating with providing standing room & full service. read more

Decent spot. Pretty deco interior. Would love this place for drinks and bar snacks. We sat for dinner and it was decent enough but I wouldn't do a sit down dinner again. Had the blistered shishitos. They were serviceable. Hamachi Crudo was awesome. Seafood Avgolemono was meh - lacked flavor. Tablemate ate the gnocchi special and said it was tasty. Was happy they had a few skin contact wines to try. Service was attentive. read more

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This is a very cute little cafe/restaurant but please note that it is *little* -- like, maybe 10 tables total, which are quite close together. Aside from that, the brunch plate I had was quite good although a little too twee for my taste (avocado "croast" which is avocado mousse on a croissant with an over easy egg and microgreens). Coffee pricing was standard, food pricing perhaps a bit high for the portion size, but of nice quality. The service was friendly and attentive. Come for the decor. Take some pics -- it's cute. But, at least for me, it's not the kind of place that will become part of my regular rotation. read more