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    Grindcore House

    4.5 (388 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    GRINDCORE HOUSE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Hipster
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Stan H.

    They always do vegan food so well here. Monte Cristo was reasonably flavorfully savory. Even though I could tell it wasn't a traditional monte Cristo, I still loved it all the same. It surprises me that this place couldn't keep its second location it is so good. It seems to be a reflection of the respective neighborhood and what people have to spend. I do feel Grindcore is reasonably priced for what you get. I am not vegan but I am a big fan. I am asking myself sometimes if this is really vegan. It's just good food and I wish they could be open longer. I love how they have random night market nights but I always never can make the ones I notice. Check their IG for special food nights, events, and food specials which I tend to go for. My fave so far is when they had a roast beef sandwich and maybe a tie between a banana Creme Brulee(?) latte and cardamom rose latte. Maybe something s-more like with a strong flamey flavor even though I am not usually so campy like that. I didn't know they had a nice seating area in the back. A totally nice place to hang.

    Nicole W.

    I don't take 5 stars lightly, but this place left me with a (grind)CORE memory. I didn't see the sign outside that said "All Vegan" and from the food you wouldn't even be able to tell it was! I got a latte here with non-dairy milk (of course) which didn't cost extra (in this economy??) which was really good. I got the basic sandwich which was tofu on a Philadelphia roll. I'm not sure what sauce or cheese or seasoning they use, but it was amazing! Seriously may call them for the recipe. Everything was super reasonably priced (especially for it being vegan). There are a few high chairs at the front, but wouldn't bring a laptop or sit-down work. They have a bathroom in the back which was small, but clean. The baristas were really nice and very hip. Overall, this place is on the GRIND and it's definitely working for them. Will definitely be going back!

    Chai Latte
    Tori F.

    So cool that this spot is entirely vegan with an expansive menu to choose from for food. I am not vegan nor vegetarian BTW! No up-charge for oat milk in my chai latte (sweet) and for food, I went with the "classic" sandwich, which is their vegan spin on a bacon egg & cheese. The muffin it was served on was so good! Interested in trying their other sandwiches.

    Costmo Breakfast Sandwich
    Jaide T.

    My sister and I were on the hunt for a good vegan breakfast sandwich, and Grindcore House truly hit the spot. The food was absolutely delicious, clearly made with care and attention, and so flavorful that I could've easily gone for seconds. Their matcha latte was also refreshing and paired perfectly with the meal. The ambiance at Grindcore House added to the experience--it has such a cool vibe, with quirky touches throughout, and the bathroom was a fun surprise! Overall, it's the perfect spot for a vegan breakfast, and I'll definitely be back for more.

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    Lizzy S.

    Really cool fully vegan breakfast jawn! The interior is hip and clean and there is a large back room that's great for working in. Food is amazing and everything on the menu is vegan. I LOVED the Mickey G - maple butter, sausage, chz, tofu, on a soft buttery biscuit. Coffee was great too, homemade vanilla syrup and soy milk for me. Food came fast and service was friendly. Will absolutely be back!

    Sesame bagel with cream cheese, cold brew with tiramisu cold foam
    Jaci S.

    I never come to Philly without stopping here. Amazing food and coffee, friendly staff, and always great music playing

    Peppermint mocha & plain bagel with cream cheese
    Crentily T.

    I got the peppermint mocha and a plain bagel with cream cheese. The plain "cream cheese" had the perfect texture, but next time I'll get a flavored one. Prices are the same as your average non-vegan cafe. Friendly people! Spacious seating in the back. Love the rock vibe here. I'll be back to try out more!

    Grizzli breakfast sandwich
    Lauren W.

    Takeout is always ready when I order it. Every breakfast sandwich I've had from here is amazing, The Grizzli is ITTTTTT!! Love that everything is plant based so I don't have to guess what type of cheese or milk is used. Drink customizations is super easy on the online ordering site. This is one of my favorite spots in PHL to come to when I'm in town for work. I got a shirt I love it so much. 100/10 stars if I could.

    Soy peppermint mocha and Vegan Treats Strawberry Mousse cake.
    Shannon J.

    Had a delicious soy peppermint mocha and a tasty BLAT with marble bread. All fresh ingredients.

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    Food is excellent, staff is very friendly! Housed in a really cool building - loved the space!

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    Solid alternative to lunch meat when it comes to their sandwiches. Very fresh and well made. The store as a super cool vibe too

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    Staff is always friendly and nice. I love having a vegan option so close to my house.

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    Best vegan coffee place! Thank you guys! Always our favorite morning stop. Our little dog loves the free treats as well

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    Ask the Community - Grindcore House

    Are they still takeout only?

    Yes. There are a few sidewalk tables but you can't go inside. Staff come to the door to take orders, or you can order online.

    Do they offer donuts? If so, what's days and times are they available?

    I believe they have Dottie's donuts daily but a selection of maybe 4?

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    1.4 miWashington Square West
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    I was in Philly for work, and luckily had a free night during a busy conference weekend. I was able…read moreto meet up with a local friend, and Vedge was an awesome vegan find. At first, I was worried we would only be able to get bar seating since neither of us put in a reservation. Luckily, the wait staff was able to seat us at a booth as long as we finished by 8pm---perfect! We weren't super hungry, but we were able to share one of the appetizers and get dishes for each of us. The appetizer we got was the rutabaga fondue, with pretzel bread and pickled veggies. It was an intriguing dish and the pickled veggies added an interesting tang. For my entree, I got the grilled tofu with kanzuri glaze, okinawa potato, sunchoke miso butter, fancy radishes, and shiso. The presentation was very much on point! For the two of us, our entire meal was around $80. A great experience from start to finish!

    I had high hopes for my meal here. I love vegetables. But I don't care for smoky flavors, and that…read moreseems to be a key characteristic of the menu. I enjoyed the spicy dan dan noodles, made with delicious mushrooms. Everything else was just fine or too smoky for my tastes. I had a really nice glass of wine with my meal. The food presentation was really nice . The space is lovely and quite dark. The service was good. I recommend it to those who enjoy smoky flavors.

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    4.4(74 reviews)
    2.3 miNorthern Liberties, Spring Garden

    One of our favorite spots in the city…read more Pietramala really checks all of the boxes for a great meal, as you'll get incredible food served up by really friendly staff in a warm, cozy environment. The flavors are amazing, the plating is photo-worthy, and the menu is full of fresh local seasonal ingredients prepared in creative ways and often combined with palate-pleasing ferments and sauces. They also now have Camuna Cellars wine and other local options for beverages, which pair well with the menu. Overall, Pietramala is a must-visit. Regardless of whether you're on a plant-based diet or not, bring a group, order the whole menu to share with friends, and enjoy a great meal in a lively, but relaxing space.

    Came with a small group and we did the whole menu to sample everything. Nice cozy spot with kitchen…read moreview and some tables, and staff were all lovely. Brought out new clean plates a few times and explained everything as it was brought out. The favorites on the current menu for me were the beet salad, sweet potato, stuffed pepper, and mushroom. The sweet potato cashew cheese dressing was just so creamy and rich. And then for the sweet potato, the yuzu buffalo sauce also stood out with a nice sweet, tart, and spicy concoction. For the cavatelli, the biquinho peppers were new to me and gave a unique flavor and texture with the pop. As a big fan of ras el hanout spice mix, I wished it had more strength on the cauliflower plate. Every course was fresh, light, and most had multiple layered flavors to excite your tastebuds. Some amazing flavors and combinations by the chefs. Some of the sauces were exceptionally clever and the presentation and colors really enhanced the experience. All around great dinner, thanks.

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