Great coffee spot in the curious town of Kennet Square. With a a nice selection of pastries, cookies muffins and other snacks that range from made in house to brought in from a local bakery. Also they have a good size menu from breakfast to lunch that fills various appetites and range in value and size. Went with a breakfast sandwich on sourdough. Probably would have done the bagel if I were to get it a gun but the sourdough was tasty and definitely held up well to the egg and ham added in. Greatly appreciated the care in coffee although I would have preferred to be able to get a single extra shot in place of a double the taste was spot on and they offer both a mocha and artisan chocolate option if your looking for something sweet. First time I tried oat-milk as well which was different but good. Worth a stop if your in the are. read more

Most delicious sandwiches and espresso drinks. They are THE BEST there is. The atmosphere is Amazing and the people working there are so kind. You Must try this place. It's really Incredible . Highly recommend. It was so worth the 20 mins drive and crossing the state line. I will be back real soon. read more

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VERY SLOW....I walked in as a patron was wrapping up his order and two young ladies were sitting at a table...only three people in the coffee shop. I order an espresso and pay. 9 minutes later the barista finished a coffee drink and called out caramel latte. One of the young ladies came to pickup her order.  She probably waited 15+ minutes...again, no one else in this place.  Now, I have to wait for the person who ordered ahead of me and before I get my order.  14 minutes after paying, my espresso is serviced and 4 minutes later, my cappuccino is ready for pickup. Now, to the coffee...the espresso was good except it was not hot.  The shot was pulled into a shot glass then transferred to an espresso cup...both cups were probably cold which cooled the espresso. The cappuccino was very good. Very nice shop with a wide variety of coffee beans and drinks. read more

Let me start by saying... you can not rush perfection. And patience is a virtue. Remember that kids! In an age where people are less and less patient, it refreshing to see a place taking their time to DO IT RIGHT. So it takes a while for your coffee as it slowly drips and drips and drips. But what you have in end is something that transcends space and time. From the first sip to the last, its really something special. Our standard order when we go is threefold. Love the ice coffee and order that first, while that is dripping and dripping an so on, i usually enjoy an espresso. Lastly i buy bags of beans for the french press at home. read more

I had a delicious soy latte here recently, however it was not what I ordered. Upon walking in a asked specifically if they carried almond milk - they do. "Perfect I said, I'll have an almond surprise latte." Explaining that I don't have allergies and I like everything and to just make me something special. After waiting, I asked where is my latte? It was a regular soy latte. No flavor shots. Nothing surprising - only the fact that it was not almond milk. After explaining what I had wanted the barista had the gonads to tell me I should just try the regular if I didn't know what I wanted. I knew what I wanted, I still know what I wanted and it is not anything from this place. Hopefully they make it to the two year anniversary, hopefully they get their act together. read more

Great owner, great staff, fantastic coffee and food. Love the feel of shop and the window seats are great for private conversations or just people watching. Philter is one of the highlights of downtown Kennett Square. read more

Absolute best cappuccino in the area! I've searched high and low for someone to get it right and Philter delivers. The drink was a perfect mixture of coffee and milk with a shimmering micro-foam on top. I also had a chocolate croissant which was flaky and not over powered by butter. The service was quick considering how busy they were. It's a very contemporary shop, and the owner was really nice. I'll definitely be back. read more

Philter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Sweet place downtown Kennett Square to have breakfast, cafe with bakery. Hubby had egg, cheese, and ham sandwich, and I ordered a bowl of oatmeal. Food was yummy! read more

Great coffee shop. Enjoy the decor and the people were very nice. I came for the affogato (ice cream with a shot of espresso). It was an amazing treat! I literally said out loud 'mmmmmm' when I tried it. Yeah, it was that good. The espresso shot was awesome. Looking forward to trying more drinks! read more

Philter - Affogato (shot of espresso with vanilla ice cream). Mmmmm! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

The whole room is very neat, nicely decorated. Down to the labels of the trash and dish bins and the copper rings holding up labels everything is creatively presented. The coffee is freshly ground done the right way and presented beautifully. This spot is a must to pick up the morning coffee if you are visiting little ole Kennett Square. Kennett has had a few coffee shops come and go this one is here to stay. read more

Philter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Wonderful little spot for coffee. Very cozy decor, good coffee, lots of seating and friendly staff. Also, I don't usually get food other than a pastry or something at a coffee place, but they had mushroom soup- and I had to try it. It was fresh and yummy. I highly recommend that you try it. We will be back. read more

Service was fabulous, great atmosphere. Perfect for sitting and getting some work done. Chicken salad sandwich was delicious, great crispy toasted bread. Definitely worth visiting! read more

I must preface this review with a clear statement that I am an espresso fan. I love great, dark espresso. This coffee shop is a bit more than an hour from my house, and I drove here specifically to try out a new high-end coffee roaster in the area. It's definitely not bad! In fact, it's certainly better than average. If there were 'half stars,' I would very comfortably rate it a 3.5. But to me, a 4 star review would be something that I would drive an hour to visit again. I'm sorry to say it, but unless I learned of an advancement in their roasting, I would not drive that far. Stop by if I'm in the neighborhood?? ABSOLUTELY! Decor is great. Lots of coffee shop personality. My breakfast sandwich was ok. I had the egg, roasted pepper and Kennet mushroom sandwich. It was very sweet, and I don't care for sweet sandwiches - but that's probably my own fault for ordering the peppers. My espresso was incredibly light. That is not my expectation for espresso, and I don't think that's my fault at all. Most folks expect a very dark, robust drink when ordering espresso. To the credit of the counter staff, I asked to buy their two darkest roasts, one pound each. One of them said "everything we roast is very light." ...yup!! I sure do wish them luck, and I'm sure that tons of folks will adore the super-light roasts. But for this coffee but, I'm more than a little sad it wasn't on par with La Colombe or Ultimo. Hopefully they grow into that!!! Addition: I don't read other reviews before writing mine. After posting, I read a few others. Service issues were a common theme for a few. There are three young workers here on a Saturday morning. They are totally just 'hanging out.' Not a bad vibe if you are looking to attract college kids who don't really expect much in terms of quality service. For a more high end place, they need better training and supervision. A great manager or an owner looking over their shoulders would probably mean fewer dirty tables, a cleaner back counter area, and more of a "we want to WOW you" approach. Definitely another area for improvement. I think the problem is a disconnection from the look of the place and the running of it. So much potential, short on results. read more

Just enjoyed another perfect cup of coffee at Philter. Great atmosphere and super friendly service. Tried the Americano today thanks to a previous review that commented that it did not compare to the coffee across the street. Really? I was very skeptical of this reviewer because I have had ZERO experiences at Philter that were anything other than great. I come from San Francisco and am very much into my coffee. That said, Philter nails it! I usually get the Latte but I've found a new favorite in the Americano. Perfect balance of flavors. Period. I was so happy to get to talk with the owner/barista and talk about his taste preferences. My wife and I frequent this place and we have tried just about everything they serve. Awesome sandwiches, croissants, bagels, pastries etc.. Even the soda offerings are impressive. At $3.00 a generous cup or $4.00 for a large this place is also a great bargain for what they serve. Philter is just a perfect addition to the Kennett Square restaurant scene. . read more

This is my favorite coffee shop in the area. The coffee here is entirely on point. The people are always friendly and kind. The atmosphere is good for catching up with friends or hunkering down and doing work. Thanks for keeping it great, Philter! read more

My friends and me made our annual visit here today and we were so disappointed. They took out the tables and put in shelves with merchandise to sell. The people making the beverages were seedy and one guy had a sock hat on with long dangling hair hanging over the cups while making drinks. The place has lost its charm and won't go back. read more

I recently moved back to the area from Boston, where great coffee joints are as plentiful as college students and accumulating snow in January. I have yet to find a place in Chester County that can hold a candle in comparison to my usual spot up there, however Philter has become my new favorite here at home. They have great coffee as well as a few different food options both savory and sweet. Their chicken salad is really good and changes in terms of preparation semi-regularly. I also adore the interior color/decor scheme. It has a very cozy, inviting vibe and it's much quieter than the places I've been to on the Main Line in terms of volume and foot traffic. It's the kind of place perfect for meeting a friend or reading the paper. I took one star off because their chairs aren't very comfortable - they are cute and bistro-style, but seemingly meant for an outdoor patio and are kind of stiff. They don't really jive with the otherwise comfortable vibe. Also, I've wished their cashier/baristas were a bit friendlier a few times (esp. after visiting Gryphon Cafe in Wayne - which has an exceptionally warm and welcoming staff). On my first visit to Philter, I wanted to try something other than the house coffee and asked the barista if she could describe or recommend any of the other offerings. She said flatly that she hadn't tried any and didn't really know about them. A bit of a buzz-kill for a coffee enthusiast. read more

Great coffee and light fare- fav is the Vietnamese inspired rolls and salad. Delicious!

I love the food, the coffee, the look and the atmosphere of this lovely little place. I live all the way in Newark Delaware and I try to make excuses to come up here haha read more

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This has become a favorite spot of mine! If I lived in the area, I would be a frequent here. The staff is one of the friendliest group of people I have encountered. From the bubble young lady that took my order to the knowledgeable barista that answered my questions. The owner really knows what he's doing with who he hires. They all seem passionate about the flavors of their coffees. I recommend the Columbia pour over they have ! It hit the spot with the smooth nature and fruity flavours. An elated staff when asked about the coffees is refreshing to see!! They also have grab and go options if you're in a hurry. read more

Great vibes, great brews. Our early morning spot for a men's group. Seating for 6's(or less).....a great spot to meet. Friendly and fast. Most of all, Local! read more

My favorite place for a latte! This is such a well designed, small run business with great ownership. Miss being able to sit pre pandemic but they still have great drinks. read more

I don't think this is just a good local coffee shop, I think it's a great coffee shop and a destination no matter where you're visiting from. I go out of my way to visit shops like this, and I'm lucky this one happens to be local. Chris, the owner, is so welcoming. He takes his craft seriously and it shows. The atmosphere he's created and the amazing coffee, tea, and food he offers are remarkable. You can always tell a professional by the cleanliness of their workspace and his is pristine. That makes for really tasty and consistent coffee. Whether you're getting a pour over, a latte, or the house brew, it is sure to exceed expectations. read more

Love this place for many reasons! Great coffee, love the espresso milkshakes and spicy egg sandwich!!! My 3 year old loves to go and have their fresh squeezed OJ... quaint and great staff ... check it out! read more

My favorite coffee shop around. Everything I have purchased from here has been incredible. The staff is amazingly sweet and create a great atmosphere. read more

Philter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Super cute. Hipster feel. Nice for grabbing a quick coffee or sitting down for an afternoon chat.

This is my absolute FAVORITE place to get coffee. Mum dragged me there, but after tasting their iced coffee, I fell in love. Unfortunately I forgot to ask for some room for cream, but surprisingly the taste of just the coffee itself (which is usually too much for me) was extremely pleasant. I actually drank most of it unsweetened until I remembered that I prefer it with milk and sugar. With those added, the drink was absolutely stupendous! I recommend this shop to everyone. There's also a lovely Marketplace down the street to get crêpes, smoothies, burgers, pizza, and more. read more

I come to this coffee shop at least once a week. I've gone to coffee shops all over and love to try new ones. This shop makes delicious coffee and lattes. Limited sweets available but they are pretty decent when there. They have a food menu with decent selections. The only problem I have is that they offer a small number of bagels each day and that's it. They are always out of certain bagels after 10 am. Why not just get more bagels? What is the reasoning for this? read more

Beautiful, local coffee shop with a prime location in Kennett Square and modern decor. The employees are extremely pleasant and tailor to special requests. The food offerings are healthy and delicious. The coffee is worth the price. You can tell that it is their speciality and I would pay for it anyday over any chain. In addition, if your a foodie, the latte art and presentation with the food is perfect for you. read more

Over priced from crappy pastries and they always mess up my coffee order. The tables they have where you can sit are always dirty

A nice discovery in tiny Kennett Square, where most places were closed on a late Sunday afternoon. Had a really well made latte with an extra shot (so necessary after hours spent wandering around Longwood Gardens...), sitting outside and relaxing to the sound of the occasional car. The indoor ambiance was charmingly off-beat, with a menu written on an old beautifully framed window. The shop sells bags of Ceremony Coffee, which would be a nice treat to take home with your mushrooms! read more

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Update: couldn't wait any longer...went in for iced coffee that I have daily when not in pandemic. Same delicious coffee, the bfast sandwich I had was superb and my girlfriend loved the kiosks with the local goods. Sorry we've not been back more, but thanks for accommodating read more

Good service doesn't require arrogance! Especially from the "owner"! 21 minutes 13seconds between drinks on a slow period, is unacceptable only to be made worse with a "shitty self-entitled" attitude. Way to lower the bar! My suggestion, go elsewhere (drinks weren't that good) read more

They are serving Ceremony Coffee here people. And some tasty nosh too. Adorable space in charming Kennett. I went out of my way to check it out and will definitely do it again next chance I get. read more

This is probably my favorite coffee place in town. From the rustic decor to the friendly employees.

My go-to coffee shop in the a.m. Very careful with mask-wearing and hand gels. Nice merchandise and great coffee! Now serving takeout sandwiches which are yummy. The tables outside are cool if you can snag one, and more tables outside outside across the street. Also have great half gallon drinks to drink cold or warm up at home, called 64s. The crew who work there are always friendly. read more

Amazing coffee shop in the heart of downtown Kennett! Excellent coffee and other drinks, good cafe food and snacks and a really comfortable and cool environment for meeting with friends, for a small business meeting, or just to sit by yourself and study or read. read more

Uhh....I really like the idea of this place, and the interior is really nice and hipster....which I like. However......I've been there twice now, and both time they have been out of A LOT of things! First time a seasonal iced tea was out, as was mushroom soup.....which is like a staple in Kennett Sq. The second time they were still out of these items, AND ran out of bagels and baguette to make breakfast sandwiches. It was a weekend, and we are in a tourist destination, yet they act like they have never seen a crowd before. It wasn't even that bad, but they were scrambling. It took close to 30min for us to get our sandwiches. They were all on regular sandwich bread, not the baguette they said they would be on since they'd already run out of bagel. The sandwiches themselves were ok, but not worth waiting 30min for. Also the chai latte tasted mostly like milk, with just a little spice. Not very frothy either, but I understand that's my personal preference. Having just moved here from Portland I really wanted to like this place, as finding eclectic coffee shops in this area is hard. Sadly, after 2 visits I've come to terms that this is not the case =/ read more

First of all I know how I like my coffee. I am here because I am a coffee snob. So don't tell me how I should be taking my coffee assuming I don't know how to order coffee. Also, I cannot eat cheese, milk so when I tell you I don't want cheese on my breakfast sandwich and you put cheese on it yea going to get a little upset. Spare me and others the attitude this is Kennett Sq. I can find another place for coffee and I would suggest others do the same. read more

My husband, our 2 year old, and I went here at someone's suggestion -- we live in South Philadelphia, but we were in Kennett Square for the afternoon. The atmosphere in Philter was so comfortable and airy -- it was such a nice place to be in. The iced coffee was just about the best I've ever had. No, it was the best. The fig/goat cheese muffins were awesome too. My husband actually suggested moving to Kennett Square just so we could be near Philter. Not sure that's going to happen, but I really wish I had more of that iced coffee right now. read more