A very worthwhile detour. While this cafe is right on Girard, if you drive it's pretty hard to find…read moreparking nearby and there is basically indoor seating for 4 people, so it seems wildly impractical. And maybe it is. But the drinks are so interesting and thought provoking, the service is so welcoming and inclusive, and the whole experience just feels very special. I can't recommend it enough. Make the extra effort to get over here, even if it means taking the trolley or riding your bicycle that you don't ride enough anymore.

Great little coffee shop. I liked the persimmon tea iced and flash brew, and they gave us a sample…read moreof an amazing pourover. They also carry pastries from Mighty Bread, and the peach cheese danish was perfect!

I've been meaning to visit this amazing business for quite a while! They have been open since…read more2001. However, I'm happy I finally made it. They exceeded my positive expectations by far. Very clean, great customer service and a nice variety of traditional coffees, and traditional Vietnamese blends. Very good food menu that offers you the variety of light to filling sandwiches. I ordered the fried chicken Banh Mi sandwich. This is one of their best sellers. Everything was very fresh, from the bread to the chicken. Amazing balance of traditional flavours. I also ordered the Salted Brûlée Cà Phẽ coffee. Very traditional coffee. Their take on cà phê muối - Vietnamese salted coffee! Strong and balanced. Coffee is topped w/ a salted cream cold foam and torched brown sugar. Only served iced. Absolutely delicious! I'm looking forward to coming back here more regularly. It's a beautiful space to catch up on work, or to just enjoy the nice environment they have while enjoying the lovely food and drink options.

First time visiting and was severely unimpressed. We were so excited to visit this place but the…read moreexperience really put a damper on the trip as we came from VA & MD. Service was horrible. 1/10 rating! Came with a group of 12 people and we saw the store was busy so we placed about 4-5 online orders. All mostly drinks. Online said it would take an hour which we were kinda shocked but decided okay. We ended up leaving for a bit to pass time until pick up time around 12:50/1pm. Everyone's orders should've been ready when we got there around 1pm ish but nope. The smallest orders consisting of 2 drinks and a simple cha lua sandwich were no where to be seen. Employees were not caring that we basically ended up waiting 2 hours for a drink and a sandwich, because most of us didn't get our drinks and 2 sandwiches until close to 2pm. Employees were ignoring us but saw that we had arrived to pick up our online orders. Our tickets were still on the wall of orders way past pick up time. When they saw we came to pick up the rushed and said in Vietnamese "hurry up they're here to pick up!" They thought we didn't speak Vietnamese, but we understood everything. Some workers were just playing around taking selfies and not in any rush to give us our orders. One of our orders was made so early that when we picked up the ice melted making us spill everywhere and the tamarind fries were basically lukewarm. On a bright side, we did enjoy the drinks (when it was made on time) and the food wasn't bad. Would I visit again? I don't know honestly, the service was too off putting.

Great coffee and quick service…read more Caramel black salt Latte: (5/5 )! The espresso is rich and the caramel flavor is definitely there. If you don't like a sweet coffee i'd stray away from this. Definitely raised my blood sugar a bit with this one!

A good spot for a brief stopover this morning. I needed a place to work for a few hours before…read morelunch in Chinatown and this happens to be one of the only good cafe spots within a walking distance. Coffee is great here, and on par with other Elixir locations. The seating arrangement is pretty good, and it was decently filled up on a weekday mid-morning. I had an iced coffee (free with my purchase of beans), and I enjoyed some more caffeination. Their taste is solid here, and their crafted drinks are pretty good too-- just didn't need the sugar in my diet today this time around. Outlet and wi-fi situations are decent-- may just need a longer cable to reach for the few that are around. The staff too were friendly and helpful, and had no sense of attitude that I sometimes get at other places in the city, which is refreshing!

I'm actually really upset that I stopped by this café... and let me tell you why…read more I'm not from the area--in fact, I live in Los Angeles, about 2,700 miles away. My family and I were in Philly for a World Cup match and decided to stop in for a chai latte and a coffee. There was a short line, and when it was our turn, we were greeted by the sweetest employee. She was incredibly welcoming, patient, and took the time to explain the different coffee blends they offered. We ended up getting the Colombia blend, which my husband absolutely loved. Now, why do I regret coming here? Because this was, without a doubt, the BEST chai latte I have ever had in my life. It completely ruined every other chai latte for me. The bar has been set so high that every chai I've had since has been a disappointment. I can't wait to make it back to Philly!

Industrial-esque decor, a little tucked away in an alley and I think it fits the vibe of the…read moresurrounding area! People come here to work a lot it seems. Inside AC is blasting (in a good way) so if you run cold, bring your jacket! I don't think the chairs are that comfy to stay long, and not very suitable to have a coffee yap with friends. If you buy their coffee beans (which is so economical!!) you'll get a free drink of choice!! I had their pumpkin spice latte w oat milk and it was tasty! Not overtly sweet and tasted like autumn and crunchy leaves! The staff seemed very nice and knowledgeable, not pretentious!

Charming industrial cafe with lots of natural light and open space. I stopped in to grab a quick…read moreiced latte and would definitely come back. The atmosphere was very pleasant and food looked & smelled great. The iced latte was good too. Nice strong coffee flavor!

I came on a Saturday later in the morning and it was Very busy. There are lots of seats and tables…read morebut it was already busy when I got here so next time I'll come earlier. The service was very friendly and I got all of my order in a timely manner. I really enjoyed the iced latte however my sandwich was just ok! Next time I'll just come back for the coffee and the vibes :) There's free WiFi for guest as well as a restroom

Nice corner spot that does coffee right because it is a coffee shop, not a cafe. I had a 12 oz drip…read morefor under $4. It was piping hot and well balanced. Also noticed a seasonal grapefruit sage espresso soda on the menu, which would be refreshing on a warm day when you want a change from iced coffee. Very clean with several tables along the windows for laptops (although I didn't scope outlets) and several outdoor tables on the sidewalk. They sell pasties that looked like were from a legit artisan bakery, and I appreciated the small standing bar area they had off to the corner just past the entrance. Definitely recommend this location of Rival Bros.

Convenient spot in the neighborhood for your morning coffee walks or to grab a quick coffee after a…read morerun! I especially like the vibe of this place on a weekend's morning. It's quiet, not hustling, people walking their dogs, reading the newspapers, chatting outside, like the kind you see in the movies! The vibe is kinda industrial/ warehouse aesthetic. It's simple but does the job! I had the latte with oat milk and it was great!

Have been here a couple times and it's a great spot to check out! Very spacious if you're looking…read morefor a cool/ laid back spot to work or study from. Good spot to hang out with family/ friends too. Service was good. 1) The chocolate oats were delicious. 2) Iced pumpkin spice latte was too sweet--would get it half sweet next time. Will be coming back!

I stopped in with some coworkers for a snack. Lots of different coffee drinks and a few tea options…read moreare available. My chai was very good, not too sweet with a nice foam top. My coworkers had an espresso milkshake and a hot Boscolatte that they really liked. The grilled chicken on sourdough Sammie was good. It had veggies and a special sauce that made it tasty. It came with potatoe wedges. Prices were comparable to other cafes. The seating area was big with tables and bar seating. The chairs were comfy. The windows have a nice view of IndependencePark. Some outdoor seating is also available but it was a rainy day.

Wonderful coffee! Delicious soups! The shop is well lit, clean and welcoming. It's a great place to…read moremeet friends, read and/or get work done. However, the best thing about Passero's is the staff. Every time I stop by, I feel like I am visiting with friends who happen to serve great coffee and snacks.

Total random drop in. At nearby hospital and walking around and "hey I need a coffee. There's a…read moreplace!" Quick service with a smile. Employees working well together to keep customers moving. Coffee was nice but would love to try some of their menu items.

I was quite disappointed in the drinks that we ordered. There was soooo much milk in both the…read morematcha and iced latte. I was expecting to be able to taste the matcha or even some coffee, but nope. My latte just tasted like chocolate milk and my daughter's drink tasted just milk. Presentation was pretty though.

Fast service, delicious coffee. The French toast muffin was so good, my daughter actually stole it…read morelol!

Small quaint space that's very cozy, simple menu. Drinks are on the smaller size and a bit pricey…read morefor the size.

I stopped by here while waiting for Cocco's Gelato pop up across the street. Very friendly and…read morewelcoming staff. My order came out right away. Decaf cappuccino is pretty good. Some seatings inside and a bench outside