Just left The Ground Rittenhouse with some of their ceremonial grade matcha and organic house made lavender syrup, a cute "Plant Daddy" hat and one of their T shirts. I have to say, my drink is so delicious; perfectly balanced flavor. Pleasant and quick service. They have so many cute items in there- I'll definitely be back!! 10/10 recommend! read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Iced matcha & Plant Daddy hat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This place is always packed but for good reason. They offer a huge drink menu with lots of different flavors - I came for a matcha latte with guava syrup. It was almost $10, which is a little crazy even with today's coffee prices, but absolutely worth it. The matcha flavor was strong and not bitter (rare to find in Philly!), the guava syrup was so delicious and not artificial tasting, and the drink overall wasn't overwhelmingly sweet. Don't think I could justify paying this much for a drink on a regular basis, but for a treat I would absolutely return read more

My truth is I don't like The Ground's espresso, but I'll keep going back because their specialty lattes are that good. For me, it tastes burnt, but I almost don't care. Now could I just stop getting espresso based drinks? Yes. Me not loving my drink is almost always my fault, but I'm okay with that. Like I said, their specialty drinks are awesome and rotate every couple weeks. The space is SO cool with a fun little plant focused gift shop up front and a few tables in the back. The staff is lovely and the prices are what you expect for center city, about 8 bucks for a latte with non diary milk. read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Tiramisu latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Headed over for an afternoon pick me up and there was a short line. There is an okay amount of seating near the front counter area and in the back behind an array of plants. It had pretty green walls and so many cute plants as well as accessories for sale on the sides. Matcha Latte with Rose Pistachio Syrup - They had a variety of syrups you can choose from to add to the matcha latte base. We opted for the rose pistachio flavor which had a nice pistachio flavor that came through and a strong matcha base. Overall from the aesthetic interior to the tasty drink, we really enjoyed the matcha and the variety of flavor options to choose from. read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Matcha Latte with Rose Pistachio Syrup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Overall, we had a good experience here! The drinks were good and we did get some food to go. The overall atmosphere was very earthy and french-inspired. The service was decent, but I'm giving the rating 4 stars because of overall wait time for our food. However, we did enjoy our coffees! We appreciated that there were gluten free options if needed. read more

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Stopped here after a long walk on a beautiful day and got the banana bread iced latte! My sister got the chocolate mocha - both were incredible! The banana flavor was not too much but not too little so it was perfect. Also love the decor and aesthetic inside! read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Banana bread iced latte and chocolate mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I ordered the TBAT (turkey bacon, arugula and tomato with mayo and strawberry gochujang drizzle) and the hot hojicha latte with almond milk and a pump of gingerbread syrup. To be honest, I wasn't a fan of the drink. Even though, I smelled a little cinnamon sprinkled on top, I didn't taste any of the spices or gingerbread flavor in my drink so I felt the pump of gingerbread syrup didn't make much of a difference and it also was an extra charge. Not only that, but I didn't taste much of the hojicha tea flavor. Even though the menu mentioned they used premium hojicha in their lattes, my drink tasted a bit watered down (which might also be due to almond milk). However, I really enjoyed my TBAT sandwich. The croissant was super flaky and fresh and the strawberry gochujang drizzle added a nice sweetness to my salty sandwich. I also enjoyed the arugula and tomato since it added freshness and balanced out the saltiness of my turkey bacon. I would come back again for the TBAT or to try another sandwich (like one of their all day breakfast sandwiches). :) Overall, the space is pretty cute and there are plants and pots that you can buy in the front. The seating is quite limited (first come, first serve seating) and since this place is popular, the friendly cashier mentioned that I should put my bag down first to save my seat, before ordering (when I asked if I could sit and dine in). read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Hojicha hot latte with almond milk and a pump of gingerbread syrup and the TBAT sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Matcha was amazing, tiramisu latte was not that good. Banana bread matcha was life changing need to come back for that again. My friends were obsessed read more

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This shop is so cute! Has a very relaxing vibe to it. Plants plus coffee and cute knickknacks. I had the chagacinno and it did not disappoint. It was part mushroom coffee part espresso. read more

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A friend recommend we check this place out for an afternoon pick me up, and I am so glad we did! It's so cute inside and has seating indoors and outdoors. There's also a lot of charming things for sale including candlesticks and plants galore. The cashier was very friendly and patient with us. We ordered the mango matcha drink (very cool, I had never had this combo before) and it didn't disappoint! It was very tasty and the mango didn't taste artificial nor did it taste overly sweet. The drinks were ready in less than five minutes. There was a line when we arrived but it moved quickly. I love that they sell one of my favorite tea brands (Harney and Sons) and they had a huge number of fall themed drinks as well as food. I would come back to try one of those. read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

We ordered a couple breakfast sandwiches and coffee to go from The Ground during a recent trip to Philly. This is definitely your trendy coffee shop and if you're looking for more traditional breakfast sandwiches, you probably won't find that here. Everything is pretty creative. At the time, they didn't seem to offer any classic bacon, egg and cheese options although now it looks like they offer something called "the basic bill" which features turkey bacon, egg and cheese. They don't offer regular pork bacon here. I opted for the "Oh mommy", an umami egg sandwich to which I added turkey bacon and gluten free bread. It was just okay. Definitely a very fishy, umami taste. The coffee was pretty good though. Would I return? Probably not but it's not a bad option if you need a quick bite. read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Oh Mommy Umami Egg Croissant sandwich on gluten free bread, added turkey bacon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

DRINKS I visited on a Saturday morning around 8:30am, and there was no line. I tried their ice cream coffee, one of their specialty lattes containing red guava puree supposedly reminiscent of ice cream. I'll have to disagree on it tasting like ice cream, but the drink is unique and very flavorful. It's a solid guava latte, but not as advertised. FOOD A myriad of pastry items and sandwiches are available for purchase. The kitchen is open daily from 8am-4pm, but the store is open until 7pm. SERVICE The staff are kind and friendly. AMBIANCE The interior is styled in maximalist, plant-themed decor, and the various knick-knacks (from candles, to puzzles, to souvenirs) are available to purchase. Inside, there is counter and table seating in the front and back of the store, and outside, there are 3-4 tables for two. There is a no laptop policy on weekends, so just be wary of that if you're looking to do some work! PARKING Paid street parking is available at a limited capacity. read more

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The inside is so cute! I love their drink options too, lots of unique signature drinks to choose from. I tried the ice cream latte which said they combine red guava with espresso which cuts out the bitterness and tastes like ice cream. It just tasted kinda fruity which isn't bad but not what I was expecting. The chocolate strawberry latte was way better. Nice and sweet and perfectly encapsulated the chocolate strawberry flavor. Also the cups they use are cute and something different. I'd definitely come back to try more or honestly get another chocolate strawberry latte! read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Ice cream latte and iced chocolate covered strawberry latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Mom-daughter date in Rittenhouse Philly. We love discovering coffee shops. Super cute here with delicious latte and matcha! Limited seating but cozy. The servers were friendly. Location is convenient- so close to great restaurants and fun stores. read more

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This place is sooo cute! Lots of garden themed things with lots of plants inside. My friend and I ordered two signature drinks. I got a mango latte (forgot what it was really called lol) but it was beautiful and refreshing! Its awesome that I could have a strong taste of fresh mango and coffee at the same time. My friend found a table to sip and chat and we enjoyed ourselves :) Would love to bring other people here if we are in the area in the future! read more

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Food and drink were both great. Beautiful ambiance was also top notch. They had lot of good breakfast option as well and bakery too read more

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[Out-of-Towner Review] Come for the vibe, stay for the ambiance. I have to admit, I was attracted to the very IG-able vibe, but it lives up to it's greens-loving, caffeine slangin' photogenic aesthetic. I will say, I'm pretty bummed they don't serve soy milk. But I did get to have a good convo about it with the barista. Quick, but delightful convo. Due to no soy, I kept it simple with an iced coffee + simple syrup. Nothing too crazy, yet simple. I enjoyed the coffee. I was enamored by the plants and planters. I was also gawking at all the tchotchkes to buy. So many good gift ideas, but I was traveling with no space in my luggage. They had minimal indoor seating at the back and at the side of the counter at the front. They also have a few tables and chairs on the outside. I didn't get any food, because I grabbed Kismet bagels just before I stopped in here. Ideal spot for a great breakfast combo! If you're an out of towner like me, you're likely to stop in because of the Yelp rating and reviews. That would be justified. I did see some locals stop in, but many were grab-n-go folks, not many setting up shop for the long haul. I'm glad I stopped in and enjoyed the greenhouse aesthetic and wished I had space for a few items, but I know I will be back in the future. Greens and caffeine, yes please! read more

FABULOUS! The staff was friendly. The latte with guava was sooooo yummy! Breakfast sandwiches with gluten free bread were delightful. Wish I lived closer to go frequently! read more

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They have such an expansive list of unique drinks to order from! I decided to get their banana bread latte, and it was worth it! I also ENJOYED their pastry, it was exactly what I was hoping for. It exceeded my expectations! read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Banana bread latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The menu at this place is HUGE! They have so many unique drink combinations, so make sure you take your time looking through. As always, I ordered my Cherry Pie Latte half sweet, and it was perfect. There isn't a ton of indoor seating, but the proximity to Rittenhouse Square means you can enjoy your items with the views of the park. Pastries are from Au Fornil, which are always a hit, but I do want to come back to try some of their food menu! Don't forget to pick up a plant or three on your way out. They have some gift items too that are adorable! read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Peach Danish and Cherry Pie Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Definitely some of the best coffee in Philly! Highly recommend. Also had the strawberry toast, which wasn't great - but the spinach puff pastry was excellent. read more

The vibe of this coffee shop is what made me want to stop in and try it. I loved all the plants and small things they sell inside besides the coffee itself. As far as my matcha latte I got, I'm very picky on what qualifies as a great matcha. I am still on the search in Philly of what is the best place. The taste/quality of their matcha was good, but too milky of a latte for me personally. It was still good and I would definitely come again, especially to try other drinks and pastries! read more

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A few highs and lows with this one. Starting with the good, their atmosphere is great and the coffee itself was as well. The place is flowing in plants and almost has a dollhouse athstetic. We went with the chinimon toast coffee and it was pretty good. It was sweet but not too sweet and the chinimon went well with the coffee they chose. While none of these are deel breakers, there were some things to note. The line was out the door, they only use plastic even is you stay, and its a bit on the pricy side. All that being said I still see why people go here. read more

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Love their drink selection! They have all the go tos with coffee, tea, chai and matcha + specialities that you can mix into whatever you're craving. I had a strawberry matcha and it was delicious! Great strawberry flavor that lasted the entire drink. My partner got "the nicest latte" which had vanilla and cinnamon in it, it tasted like Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal milk on the best way. Seating is first come first serve and they also have a shop with plants, plant accessories and cards / little gifts. read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Latte, strawberry matcha, cinnamon roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This place is so cute. And a nice place to grab coffee with a friend or do a little work on your laptop. The match is delicious and so is the almond croissant. The staff is really friendly. read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Amazing menu - so hard to pick what to get! But you won't go wrong. Very cute inside with lots of plant-forward, queer-friendly items. There are a few seats in the back, but it's tight back there. The vibe is welcoming and organic. I wish I could have spent more time looking around - including in the menu! read more

This is a cute spot to grab a coffee and some breakfast. My latte was delicious -on the sweeter side but that's what I was looking for. I got the croissant/waffle with the dulce de leche sauce on top. That was great too; it was the perfect combo of crunchy and fluffy. The only thing I have to say is that the size was pretty small for the price. Otherwise, definitely a great place to try! They have plants and other plant related items for sale there as well. read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Croffle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Very cute coffee shop/cafe in Rittenhouse Square. I had a rose pistachio latte, which was delicious. The shop also has a nice selection of plants and gifts that you can buy. They have a seating area in the back, but they were not serving prepared food when I was there. It seems like they may not be able to serve food for a period of time due to a kitchen issue. read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Pretty place! I love their coffee and matcha options! The food was also really tasty! read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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History of Present Indulgence: We were in Philly with some friends for a work-related trip and needed a place for breakfast and coffee near our hotel. We tried The Ground Rittenhouse one morning and ended up going back every day because it was just that good. Physical Exam: Food - The sandwiches are the real stars here--you can't go wrong with any of them. The Oh Mommy, Oh Daddy, Basic Bill, and the breakfast burrito are all five stars in my book. On the coffee side, they have great coffee as a baseline. I usually stick to black coffee, but their specialty lattes like the pumpkin spice, apple pie, and pecan pie are worth a try. My one gripe is that the apple pie latte had a gritty texture, likely due to undissolved cinnamon powder. Service - Friendly and efficient :) Ambiance - A cozy and intimate space that doubles as a plant shop, giving it a natural, green immersion. Seating is limited, but we always managed to find a spot. It's comfortable and inviting, the kind of place you want to linger. Assessment/Plan: The Ground Rittenhouse is easily one of my favorite coffee shops ever. With excellent sandwiches, creative specialty drinks, and a warm, plant-filled ambiance, it's a must-visit if you're in Philly. Highly recommend stopping by multiple times like we did! read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I've been here a few times since my original review. I try their different seasonal lattes each time and have loved each one. Line can be long but moves quick. read more

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Such a cute place in Rittenhouse! The vibe is so relaxing. The staff were helpful in answering questions about the pastries. The pastries were soooo good! The peach tart had flaky crust with sweet peaches! I don't drink coffee so I always love finding a place with a variety of teas and tea lattes. They were made very well. The drink prices are comparable to the chain shops so I'll be supporting local! I love that this is an easy walk from my work! read more

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Delicious drinks and pastries, and their Korean egg style breakfast sammie is divine! There is pretty limited seating and the space is small but the line moves quickly. Would love to try some more of their creative lattes when I'm back! read more

I have to say I think this place had literally the best Iced coffee I have ever had in my entire life I would definitely recommend this place read more

Wow. This place is beautiful. Along with a myriad of drinks is a huge selection of great items... tarot cards, plants, greeting cards and so much more! I read for over an hour here and delighted in a a matcha drink. This place is gorgeous and inviting. They seemingly had a fire and their kitchen is closed for a time but come in and get what they have. These are the best vibes. This place is lovely. read more

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I was in Center City, Philly today and stumbled upon this really amazing coffee, plant, and gift shop. It was really busy. The place was very eclectic. It's filled with plants, cards and other items. There is a dining space in the back as well as chairs and stools at the counter. There is also sidewalk seating. The line was out the door, but it moved quickly. I was unsure what to get, so the owner, Michelle, was kind enough to suggest the BLEED GREEN tea in honor of the 2025 Super Bowl Champs, The Philadelphia Eagles. The tea was very refreshing. Green tea is not typically flavorful, but the kiwi puree and green apple Boba blended well together. It's definitely worth a try. The Ground is charming and a great place to drop by for a bite to eat or sit, sip, and relax. This place gets a cool 5 out of 5 for me. Til we eat again... read more

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Always a good little pick me up! On the higher side of prices but it's a vibe! Pick up a treat to enjoy and one to decorate your home. read more

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This is a really nice spot with a unique interior. There are plants available for sale and add to the ambience of the cozy, cafe. There is also a unique drink and food selection. I got the chocolate covered strawberry latte which was delightful. The syrups are homemade which I love. It actually tasted like a chocolate covered strawberry. The sauce had small chunks of strawberries with the mocha. The drink paired really well with the sandwich. It had a flavorful, umami taste with thick egg, tomato and cheese. I would have preferred another type of cheese since I'm not a fan of American. It's worth trying if you do. read more

The Ground Rittenhouse - Chocolate covered strawberry iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Not only is this cafe beautiful but they have amazing lattes! I have been here multiple times and always enjoy my time here. Seating is limited but never an issue as a lot of people take their drinks to go. I love their collection of plants, pots and candles - they also have games and other knick knacks that you would make cool gifts for any occasion! Prices are on the expensive side but very appropriate for the Rittenhouse neighborhood. read more

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They just dropped a new menu so I had to check it out. THE MISO MUSHROOM TOAST?!Chef just took this place to a new level. I wanted to buy 3.