These have got to be the nicest Baristas in philly. They are super welcoming right when you enter, and super chippy and friendly when ordering. We come here in the midst of the italian market festival and even though they were almost closing they welcomed us in and helped us with everything we needed. We came back the next day and even though they were doing disposable cups for the festival they let us use one of their favorite mugs which was a great one. They have a bring your own mug deal with is a really cool idea. The coffee they use is la Columbia which has some of the best coffee in philly. It is rich and creamy which was perfect. The place itself is cute with good art and nice big windows. read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Such a cozy neighborhood spot. Lots of regulars. Staff are friendly. I've enjoyed a cappuccino here or just a basic cup. I like that they have mugs for those who stay. read more

This place is just such a neighborhood gem. Right when you walk in you're greeted by friendly staff behind the counter and the decor is so eclectic. There are a bunch of regulars that you feel right at home. The sandwiches are also delicious, go for the squawking pigeon or the painkiller and you will not be disappointed. I think they serve La Colombe coffee here and coffee is always perfectly heated. When I'm in the Italian Market, this is always my first stop. read more

Love this spot! They have a tasty chai latte, cute ambiance, friendly service, and I love the little mini cinnamon rolls. Only complaint is that it's cash only (which is my complaint every time a place is cash only) because I never have cash on me and I'm not about to pay an ATM fee for a chai latte. But, it's great when I'm with my bf who always has cash because he works for tips! read more

Best coffee in the neighborhood! the staff is a delight and i love all the local art for purchase on the walls. Their mini breakfast treats are perfect so you can have a bite of the best coffee cake. read more

I loved the friendly ladies behind the counter. I loved the LaColombe coffee. It's quaint and definitely a place you should try out. Being cash only in a coffee shop in 2023 is just annoying. I used the ATM and it was $2 to do that. I get that there's no pressure to use it but it's not like there's a bank or Wawa next door to get cash easily. You're kind of stuck in the moment. I can go to every other coffee shop around and use Apple Pay with no hassle. Raise the coffee price a quarter to cover CC fees. I swear no one will mind. read more

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. read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Love these painted butterflies by Sarahdrawsthings - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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. read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Cranberry Orange Muffin & Lavender Lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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. read more

Gleaner's Cafe - First bagel sandwich on the menu. Can't remember the name but great! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

11/10/24 came in as looking to try out different coffee shops nearby and got the Painkiller bagel which is 2 eggs, with spicy ketchup and a latte. Nice staff and the sandwich was good but wish they had pork roll or bacon to add. May com back to try the Gleaner sandwich which looks good, small space so limited seating. read more

This is a cozy, locals coffee shop with a dive bar feel. Cash only! Love the location, the staff is super nice, and the honey latte is outstanding. There are also always seats here and it's never too loud to read or study. read more

10/10 recommend this coffee shop! It's a cute & cozy little hole in the wall. All workers were definitely sweet & welcoming. They make you feel like a regular from the minute you walk in. You must try the mixed berry strudel if it's available...So DELICIOUS. read more

Great place to get coffee and the Hangover sandwich. Ask for the everything bagel. A different take on everything bagels, and you'll be pleasantly surprised and asking for it again. Very good iced coffee. Service is super upbeat and most helpful. Don't miss this place! read more

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 read more

Gleaner's Cafe - a donut on a table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

We stopped by Gleaner's Cafe for a coffee when we were exploring the South 9th Street Italian Market shopping district last Saturday. It's TINY. But also very cute. And the service was great! Very charming - check it out if you need a coffee in the area! FYI - It's cash only! read more

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. read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Collection of pastries for my office minions - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I frequent here every so often for an afternoon pick-me-up during remote work days, so might as well give them a lil' shout-out on the Y. TBH, for my cappuccino and sweet treat hankerings, I go to Anthony's down the block, but something keeps me coming back here. I think it's the friendly staff and the interesting rotation of seasonal drinks they have on deck. Most notably (and two seasons too late now): the Rosey. It's a pink lemonade, but like the one from that scene in Bridesmaids where she's handed a glass of it while driving and goes "Ahh shit, that's fresh." It's FRESH fresh. Lemonade, rose syrup, and probably 2 to 3 other ingredients I'm missing, but it's my absolute fav. I think the one barista told me they could make it year-round since they have all the ingredients, so I may have to take them up on the offer. I'm hardly in the mood for bagel sandwiches unless I'm hungover, but they got a nice selection of that, as well as - obviously - coffee. Pastries and cookies in the glass case are enticing (and tasty...I've had a few!), but I'm an Anthony's stan through and through. The only caveat is...it's small in there and also tends to take a while if you order food, so exercise patience. CASH ONLY, and also they give you a little Hershey's kiss with every order which is just adorable. read more

For years all I heard was how much everyone loves this place so i finally stopped in. No Wi-Fi, cash payments only. Hard pass, it's 2023. Too many equal or better options with a better standard of service. read more

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

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! read more

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I haven't tried a bunch off the menu, but came here to write that I was having a terrible day, and the staff were so kind to me. Long story short, I was short on cash (they're cash only) after wanting to treat myself. I had enough cash to buy a coffee cake, and they threw in some extra goodies as they could probably tell I was having a DAY. I didn't realize until after I left their store, but wanted to give the lovely people there a shout out - you really brightened my day! Oh, and the coffee cake is pretty bomb. read more

Super friendly, reasonable prices, cute pastries, pleasant outdoor tables, a great escape from the Italian Market read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Water for dogs by front door - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Just moved into the neighborhood and have already been here twice. Simply amazing food and drinks and such nice people! All the ordering is done outside for COVID precautions. You can pay in cash or on VENMO which is nice and convenient. Entire menu is on the window in nice big letters. Your usual drinks, lots of bagels, sandwiches on bagels, baked goods are available and all the prices aren't crazy. We had the gleaner sandwich which was delicious! Excellent bagel and then artichoke hearts with mozzarella cheese pickled onions and some other things. Absolutely amazing! Nice and fresh and an excellent morning breakfast sandwich. Will have to be back to try the rest of their sandwiches. Also had a petal pusher drink which was again great. None of the flavors were overwhelming but everything came through nicely at just the right amount. Also had a lavender-matcha tea-lemonade this weekend and again, just a perfect blend of flavors. The host is just so nice and welcoming and very helpful. The sandwiches are bagged in creative ways and just all around it seems like they really care about their business. If you're in the area, or even aren't, this is a must try place. read more

Full marks for a quick coffee stop on a day of walking. This tiny cafe feels homey and kind, with the two baristas behind the narrow counter busy greeting and sharing pleasantries with regulars. There was barely any wait, which was entirely pleasant as the good vibes of this place were absorbed while I drank my cup of water and admired the sweet dog who was waiting for his regular treat from the staff. Outside there is plenty of seating, perfect for a break to sip coffee and nibble pastries. read more

Gleaner's is my good friend's local coffee shop. I have not been to Philly without a visit to Gleaner's. This is the cafe version of Cheers! Everyone knows your name, what's going on with your life and if they hear a sniffle, they are sincerely concerned for your health. The ship itself is king with some tables outside a couple small tables up front and in the back. It's definitely tight quarters...probably not the best for strollers. I like the quirky knick knacks around like the cacti and moonshine salt and pepper shakers! For some reason I'm into all things cactus!! The art on the walls in this trip were super bright and colorful pieces made from Anthony K.. I was drawn to the tiger style creature. Instagram: ak.cosmos My friend and I ordered bagel sandwiches that are a steal at around $6-$7 buckaroos. I wasn't feeling to adventuress so I decided on the tomato mozzarella. The clerk still threw in the pesto aioli to spice things up for me. When the sandwiches were brought over they came with a KISS.... A Hershey's kiss of course! Very filing and afforable sandwiches. La Colombe is the coffee here and it's one of my favorite east coast coffee companies so I'm pretty happy with their choice. read more

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Gleaner's is a cool little coffee shop/gallery smack dab in the middle of The Italian Market. It's heavy on La Colombe Coffee and the smell of stagnant cigarettes. but the cool staff, awesome artwork, and interesting regulars more than make up for it. Right now Gleaners has a cool display of skateboard art that is very worth checking out. read more

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I have been coming to Gleaners for years and cannot say enough good things about it. The Gleaner is their signature sandwich which is fresh mozzarella, artichokes, tomato, basil and pesto aioli on a bagel. I also have been known to just order an everything bagel with butter from them when I have a hangover. They have a ton of vegan pastries and treats as well which I have not tried much of because I'm not vegan. They are just the sweetest people and the owner is incredibly kind. They go above and beyond by decorating your paper bag and throw a Hershey kiss in there every time! Their coffee is slightly bare bones (I don't think they have any flavors aside from maybe vanilla?) but I really enjoy it. The other thing is they are cash only- though they have an ATM inside! read more

Gleaners is such a hidden gem! The Italian market is known for the Italian food and outdoor markets, so I feel like it is easy for people to walk right past this coffee shop without second thought. Gleaners has great coffee and vegetarian breakfast sandwich options as well as a variety of local pastries. They staff is always so kind and you can tell that they really care about the community. Every time I have gone, they have decorated the paper brown bag that my sandwich comes in and it always puts a smile on my face because they're so adorable and the extra effort is much appreciated. read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Went here three times in the two days I stayed in this neighborhood. Delicious bagels and coffee. Suuuuper friendly staff!!! Offers indoor and outdoor dining. Cash only but they have an atm inside read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Painkiller bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This is without question my favorite coffee shop in the city. It is the most warm, welcoming little shop. A genuinely special place that I look forward to going to every day. The folks who work there are honestly the nicest people you'd ever hope to meet. And on top of the super friendly family vibe, the food and coffee are amazing! A real gem in south Philly. read more

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

The service here is wonderful! Makes me wish I lived in Philly so I could come back every morning. The women behind the counter is incredibly kind!!! Great cup of coffee and bagel too! read more

This neighborhood spot is a true gem. Everything is pretty well price-pointed and Gleaners has a delicious variety of options. This time I got a large cappuccino and a donut. They said they don't always have the donuts but if they do, you must treat yourself because they are phenomenal. Last time I got the painkiller bagel which was awesome too. It was my first eggs & ketchup experience but I had to hold myself back from ordering it again this time. They have lots of breakfast bars for sale and the mini muffins are only $0.50 each. Limited seating inside but a good amount outside too. Be mindful this place is cash only! read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Cappuccino + vanilla cream donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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there's no wi-fi so you know what that means.. it's not full of anti-social yuppies staring at spreadsheets or whatever. prople are actually socializing with each other... unreal. fast service, good sandwiches and a great neighborhood spot. if you want wi-fi and credit card transactions you can go to starbucks up the street and enjoy the lifeless atmosphere and the smell of fresh piss from south street. read more

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

This lovely little cafe can be a bit hard to find, but once you do the staff is extremely welcoming. However, the place is really small so there isn't much indoor seating and it is very loud (they make the coffee and bagels behind the counter/register). The service is also rather slow during peak times, because there isn't a lot of staff. For vegan friends: they have vegan cream cheese for any bagel, as well as two vegan bagel sandwich potions - the Alder Street Dave and the Squawking Pidgeon. I've tried them both and they were both great! Love that they serve a Hershey's chocolate kiss with each order :) Overall, a great spot for bagels and coffee. read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Vegan bagel sandwiches! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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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!

Simple...I come for the gleaner sandwich. It's fantastically filling. Everything bagel with tomatoes, artichokes, onions a brick of mozzarella and pesto. Yahtzee! (speaking of they have board games.) The staff are genuinely happy which makes for a heart warming experience each time. Gleaner's is located in the heart of the Italian Market, making it easy to burn off that bagel! Or just loop around and order another. ;) And now I'm craving that mozzarella brick, thanks Yelp! read more

Gleaner's Cafe - the Gleaner! aka pure gold! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Love Gleaners. I don't believe you can find a friendlier cafe in Philadelphia, not to mention their great coffee and bagels. Our daughter lives in Philly and spends her Saturday mornings enjoying this quaint cafe. I didn't quite understand why she liked it so much until we visited and enjoyed their coffee with a bagel made just how I wanted it and a quick game of checkers. If you stop in Saturday mornings, say hi to Smoke. Smoke is the nicest Black Lab you'll ever meet. He will be sitting outside with his owner. Enjoying the smells. read more

I was pleasantly surprised by how warm and kind the staff is as I expected a typical prompt attitude. Their coffee was good, and they also hand out Hershey kisses for each coffee :) Only downside is that the place is too small, but there are outdoor seatings so it should not be a big deal. Overall, I still recommend it because of the friendly staff, cool deco and welcoming vibe. read more

Gleaner's Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania