super cute quirky little coffee shop right next to headhouse square! it's easy to spot the distinct blue and red exterior from down the street, and it's just as cute inside as out! the cafe is pretty small, limited seating, but turnover is fairly fast. my friend and i were able to grab a table without much issue. i ordered the steel magnolia specialty drink as well as the ethel sandwich. i really loved the steel magnolia, it tastes just as good as it looks! the earl grey lavendar syrup was unique and delicious, and the salted honey whip was light and added a touch of sweetness. this might be one of my new favorite coffees in philly, i hope it sticks around even after women's history month is over. the ethel sandwich was a little pricey for it was, but satisfying and tasty. overall, had a great experience. staff were friendly, and the drink was stellar! read more

Lorettas - steel magnolia - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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A short walk from the 2nd St train stop for the best matcha I've ever had! They give you the option to add syrup but my favorite part is that they also leave the simple syrup and honey syrup out for customers to add as they please for any drinks that could use more sweetening! Also had the breakfast hand pie but it tasted like very strong horseradish (not listed). Overall 4/5! read more

Lorettas - Iced Matcha Latte w/ Vanilla Syrup - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I was visiting Philly and was on the HUNT for good coffee/matcha places. I saw Loretta's recommended and had to go! The shop is adorable. I love both the interior and exterior. It makes for great pictures. It was pretty busy but the line went fast and it didn't take a super long time to get our drinks. I was told that my friend was having a really hard time finding a place around her that had really good matcha. From what I saw, most places were using premade matcha and not whisking it on the spot. When I saw Lorettas was hand mixing their matcha, I had to try. I got their brown butter sage syrup in an iced matcha. The syrup was delicious but I wish the matcha would've been stronger. Either way, I downed it. My friend told them it was her birthday and they made her a hibiscus green tea drink with little edible glitter on top and it was great. The staff was extremely friendly and I would go back! read more

Lorettas - Hibiscus drink - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Loretta's is perfect for a cold, rainy day. It's a cute little cafe with a few tables (first come, first serve). I tried their Mocha latte, which wasn't overly sweet and warmed us up as we headed to Headhouse Market. We tried their Ham and Cheese croissant and Cheese & Greens hand pie. Both were delicious, but the cheese & greens was our favorite! The staff was super nice and welcoming. Will definitely come back next time we're in the neighborhood. read more

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The salted maple latte is to die for!! I went two days in a row when I was in town because it was that good. Their pastry variety also looked fantastic, the fluffernutter was super unique and delicious. We also tried the cherry pop tart and the beef stew turnover and both were great as well. It's super cute inside but seating is limited. read more

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I've loved Bloomsday forever so this sister spot right next door is a welcome addition to the Headhouse rotation. The space is bright and beautiful, but you can't beat the outdoor seating on a nice day. 5 stars for the pastries and beverages, but I would not return for the egg sandwich. Egg "patty" left a lot to be desired and this thing is really tricky to eat. The pastries tho...WOW. Incredible sea salt chocolate chip cookie and I love their take on the cosmic brownie. They do often sell out so going early if there's something specific you're looking for is advisable. On the pricier side but worth it for the quality. I'll be back when I am in the neighborhood! read more

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Their pastries are to die for! The cinnamon roll and white chocolate pistachio danish were absolutely phenomenal - its been a few weeks but I still think about them. I live super close to them and worried it might be a little too dangerous for my health lol. Super popular and they sell out their most famous pastries quickly - better to go as early as possible. The pastry line moves quickly but I have seen people waiting for the drinks for quite a while so I don't intend to try their lattes during crowded hours. Their outside area is very pretty and would love to sit and enjoy the pastries when the weather is nice. read more

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Just updating to say that Loretta's remains a favorite. I've been back many times, and they never disappoint. read more

Lorettas - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Such a cute little coffee shop! Great pastries and coffee! Small amount of seating indoors and a few tables outdoors as well. Fairly priced, I felt it was good value for all that we ordered. read more

Lorettas - Pig in a blanket, cosmic brownie, vanilla cold brew - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Pastries were very good, especially when asked to warm them up. Coffee was amazing. James and other baristas were very funny, helpful, and kind. The mugs and plates are very aesthetic, same with the indoor and outdoor seating. read more

If I could give zero stars, I absolutely would. This place sucks. I waited twenty minutes for the wrong sandwich AND the wrong drink. They offered to remake the drink, I declined because I just wanted to leave. Then I got my sandwich only for it to be EXTRA cheese when I asked for no cheese and it wasn't even the Betty, like I ordered. I would never recommend this place to anyone. I would've included the sandwich in the picture too, but I opened it and tossed it into the trash where it belonged. I was optimistic about this place because the pictures looked amazing, but it was insanely disappointing. read more

Lorettas - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The vibe of this coffee shop is so adorable and is also in the most quaint location! The ambiance is definitely what drew me in to try it both inside and out. They had a dog treat for my dog which was such a cute surprise! The ham and cheese croissants are the only pastries I've tried so far, but my fiancé and I both enjoyed them! I was also impressed with their matcha quality I really liked the taste. read more

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This place has a LOT of hype and honestly it's a cute bakery with good coffee and decent pastries. The cosmic brownie took me back to being a little kid in the playground at recess eating my Little Debbie brownie. I also quite enjoyed their pop tart with apple filling however, there was a little too much crust to feel nostalgic. Some of the other pastries acquired looked good but they do a honey good wash which means I couldn't give them a try. Too bad! read more

Cutest Bakery and the staff is so friendly. We tried the black and white cookie and let me tell you it beats any NYC black and white cookie I have had. Also had the apple crumble galette which was delicious great flavors and not overwhelming with sugar. Can't wait to come back read more

I really can't stop coming back here. The sheer coolness of this place paired with super friendly staff and fantastic coffee is everything that I'm looking for in a local haunt. I love the seasonal option, currently, blueberry thyme, and the regularly available salted maple in my lattes while I sit down with their free wifi to do some work. The sweet and savory pastry as well as sandwich options are wonderful; my favorite being the hot dog croissant. I will continue to frequent this spot for as long as I can! read more

Lorettas - The Lucy - BLT + avocado + herb mayo on a sesame bagel - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Fantastic coffee and I'm still thinking about my breakfast sandwich. It had banana peppers and pimento cheese!!! Small spot, but during the week I was able to get a seat and read my book. Service is quick and so friendly. Can't wait to come back. read more

DO NOT GO HERE. On top of there being rude workers, the coffee and pastries are very very overpriced. This place was a huge disappointment, and I can't state this enough. The person at the counter (lady with a black bob and glasses) was rude and gave me my drink with an attitude despite me being nice (like if you hate your job don't work there??) and couldn't even bother putting on a lid, and proceeded to be passive aggressive throughout the encounter. Also they have a "rule" that they don't add cold foam to drinks that aren't the special of the month. So you will literally spend nearly $9 on a very small latte that tastes subpar and burnt, and don't even have the option to add something that could make it taste better. read more

Don't order hot food takes too long but was good. I'm just adding characters to hit the 85 read more

Lorettas - Damn good - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Great spot to hand out solo or bring a friend! It's very cute inside with a handful of small tables. I tried a few pastries and they were delicious! The employee behind the counter gave me some good recommendations since I was feeling a bit indecisive. Can't wait to try lunch next time! read more

Went an got a one bagel with cream cheese two flavored lattes, a donut and a breakfast sandwich the total was 40.50. Very pricey. The donut was 4.50 alone. Also was a $1 for getting coffee iced instead of hot... I don't think costumers should have to pay extra for things like that. Super was very quick. The sauce on the sandwich was good but the egg was the premade kind very thick and didn't taste like much. The inside was asethically pleasing and had some trinkets you could buy. The place is very small and only has about 8 or so seats inside. The tables can get pretty messy and you have clean them before sitting. I don't think I'd come again. Too expensive for the quality of the food and drinks. read more

Lorettas - Salted maple latte - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Small little place that i stumbled upon in my way to the nail salon. Cute on the inside but limited seating. I wasn't hungry so I got the sweet maple latte. It was not very sweet. Service was fast and cashier was friendly. I am interested to come back and try some food. Menu looks tasty. read more

Lorettas - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I panicked and only ordered a pop tart! I wanna go back and try all the sandwiches! They looked amazing! The small seating area looks great! The staff was amazing! And the ice coffee was just correct! Can't wait to be back! read more

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Great pastries, below-average drinks. Unfortunately, the baristas' casual antisemitism soured the experience entirely.

Best coffee in the Society Hill area! Hands down! Great staff (awesome staff:), great ambiance, great music.... and did I say great espresso? Hand pressed, and a really good blend of beans. The pastries and sandwiches are quite popular. It's only been open for less than a year, but it's already a fixture in Society Hill. read more

I went just for an afternoon coffee and thoroughly enjoyed it! The place is adorable and has such a cute vibe. My latte was really good! The barista was super sweet as well! The only thing is that I wish they had more lactose free milk options, as I do not like oat milk. But overall loved it! read more

Lorettas - The vibe - Cafes Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Stopped in at Loretta's to admire their beautiful window display. Inside I found a lovely menagerie of yumminess. Tried the barbecue chicken hand pie and blueberry scone. Both were DELICIOUS Can't wait to return to try more delicious treats. Staff, Amber & Barbara, were delightful - helpful, friendly, kind. Well done. Keep up the good work. read more

They need to up their coffee game . I ordered a mocha 3 times from there and it was really bad . Their issue is that it tastes more like milk than any kind of coffee . Service is nothing to talk about . The place is a little small but if they had better coffee it would be worth it . read more