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    Gleaner's Cafe

    4.5 (177 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    GLEANER'S CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    First bagel sandwich on the menu. Can't remember the name but great!
    Bob W.

    The people are great. The coffee is great and the bagels are out of this world! I didn't know what to expect, and the bagel I got was with cream cheese, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and artichoke hearts and more. It all blended so well together. Who would think that a bagel sandwich would compete well with all the great hoagie places that are in Philadelphia, But it is better than a lot of hoagies that I've had from great places. The staff is so friendly, and there coffee is excellent. Great little neighborhood café that you have to try.

    Love these painted butterflies by Sarahdrawsthings
    Jill B.

    Tiny coffee shop with fun decor: Art on the walls, eclectic furnishings and fun vintage touches. I enjoyed my Vanilla latte w/Oatmilk and the light-hearted mood of the staff.

    Cranberry Orange Muffin & Lavender Lemonade
    Jordan B.

    Gleaner's Cafe is a quaint little cafe that sits in the Italian Market. I was passing through with a friend of mine who recommended this spot. Be aware that they only take cash and that they're small and it gets pretty packed on the weekends, but they move fairly quickly. My lavender lemonade was delicious with just the right amount of sweetness to floral note ratio and my cranberry orange muffin was nice and moist just how I like it. No complaints from me here. Gleaner's Cafe has my full endorsement.

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    Brittany L.

    CASH ONLY! loved this spot for my sisters and I to enjoy some coffee and a small breakfast treat. They have all kinds of coffee as well as pastries. They are cash only and have limited seats inside too. The staff is beyond friendly and made us out of towners feel welcomed. Loved how they put my pastry on a cute vintage plate! They also offer art on the walls for sale too

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    Holly G.

    Found myself having to go to Esposito's for an emergency sausage run. Afterward was trying to find a place to wait for Lyft. Walked north looking for coffee & found Gleaner's Cafe, a tiny jewel box of a pastry & coffee shop. The 2 lovely people behind the counter were so very helpful to an outsider like me. Obviously a local place for neighbors to meet, talk, read or just bask in their own quiet solitude. I ordered a cider donut, something Ive read about but never experienced. That stops now. I already love fall but these donuts ramped it up a few notches. Got a few mini pastries to take home & two cheese danish for breakfast tomorrow. This will be a regular stop on my weekly shopping trip to the Italian Market. FCF: good tables inside but be aware its a small cosy shop so better to take it outside where there are tables & seating. Dont let it deter you, my fluffy friends. Those cider donuts are worth it.

    Matcha Latte
    Larry A.

    Gleaner's Cafe is a little boutique cafe with a very chill vibe. Good assortment of coffees and teas. They also offer vegan and vegetarian foods and pastries. The staff is super friendly and atmosphere is very local. The only reason I gave them 4 stars instead of 5 was the fact that they don't accept credit cards. Cash only!

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    Great coffee shop in the Italian Market! Love the Coffee, the pastries and the team behind it all!

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    I love Gleaner's so much. They are so nice there and gave me a cupcake and animal stickers. :)

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    Tasty coffee and pleasant service. Plenty of non-coffee options available also. Art on the wall is a nice touch

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    This is the happiest place in south Philly, the ladies behind the counter are wonderful and the art and ambiance are so great. Love it!

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