I was introduced to Haraz at a Yelp elite event I was attending a few weeks ago and I knew I wanted…read moreto make my way there to check their location out. We ordered our drinks on the walk there and we hoped they would be ready when we arrived. When we walked in the time changed to add about 15 min on which was a bit annoying however we were not in a rush so we calmly waited. I got the hot matcha latte and it was really good. I like only a drop of sweetener bc I like to taste the matcha. I like it served temperature hot (not warm)- and this drink arrived exactly the way I like it. Would def come back for another one. My bf got some kind of coffee w cardamom in it (sorry I forget which kind - I'm not a coffee drinker and they all sound the same to me ha). He really enjoyed his drink. He had a BOGO coupon so we each actually got 2 drinks. I planned to take my second one home but the drink was so good I drank both of them ha. Will def be back again.

So Yelp suggested Haraz Coffee House a few weeks ago and it's been on my radar ever since.... What…read moreI appreciated about Haraz on the day I visited was the late hours they kept, I visited on a Saturday night and it was buzzing. It's the fanciest looking coffee house I ever visited, there's outside seating which is nice and the inside is lit up with warm yellow lighting throughout, very spacious with tables and wicker like chairs. It seems like a great spot to meet up with a friend or to visit, find a corner read or work. It looks like a family establishment, as I noticed there were children behind the register, a young man, maybe 10 years old took my order and did a great job doing so! Bravo! I purchased a vanilla hot matcha latte and a pistachio milk cake, the total was about $21!!! This price was expensive, visiting establishment like this often is not feasible to my budget but there's so much more I need to try so I'll be back. The matcha was amazing, actually the most authentic I've tried!!! And the pistachio milk cake was delicious, being a person who literally puts milk on cake lol, this was amazing!!! It wasn't too sweet and the pistachio gave balance! The slice is enough to share or split for 2 servings, which is what I did. Bottom line, I'll be back! I'd love to try their coffee and another pastry and possibly sit outside on a nice day. Please visit and enjoy!!!

White Champaca Salted Cheese is really good very crowded…read moreeven at 21:45 the order terminals are worn out and sometimes malfunction

I tried a few drinks here and was pleasantly surprised by how unique and well-balanced they were:…read more Matcha White Champaca Salted Cheese - Starts with a light matcha bitterness, then transitions into a subtle floral camellia note. Refreshing with nice layers. Jasmine Mango smoothie - Sweet mango paired with pomelo bits and a hint of jasmine tea. Super refreshing and not overly sugary--perfect after a meal or on a hot day. Premium Jasmine Apple Milk Tea - Tastes like a cold-brew tea mixed with green apple juice. Very crisp and refreshing, slightly ing apple candy in a fun way. Great if you're not into milky drinks. Jasmine Tea - A pure tea option with a clean jasmine aroma. Smooth, not bitter, and gets better as you sip. Pairs really well with heavier or savory foods.

I came here to study and I was so glad I did! This place is spacious and I LOVE the open bay…read morewindows and lights that make it great ambiance to lock in. My service was pretty fast and I got the chai which was all right. I recommend this place if you need a place to study and get a drink.

Coffee and services are great . Staff are polite and friendly. I love the atmosphere…read more Coffee tastes good.

I happened to be in the area of the 3400 block of Sansom Street today in West Philadelphia and a…read morefamiliar sign caught my eye from 22 years ago; Avril 50. Avril 50 was a regular stop in my patrol days and I loved walking into the shop. Always the wonderful aroma of brewing coffees and chocolate dancing with other exotic smells and the smells of fine papers and magazines. It always felt to me like stepping from West Philadelphia into a magical pocket of Europe. As it looked exactly the same, I wondered if anything had changed in the past 22 years and as soon as I crossed the threshold, I found that it was the same - like stepping back 22 years, yet somehow I was that much older. The proprietor was still there, still the same and looking no different - something that confirmed my belief that this was a magical and wonderful pocket paradise tucked away on a small West Philadelphia street. A brief catch-up chat, a shopping bag of fine teas and a perfectly brewed double-espresso to takeaway later; I stepped back into the bright Fall sun of West Philadelphia. I found myself smiling as I sipped the espresso, happy that one of the best things for me in that neighborhood has remained unchanged for others to enjoy and to continue to discover. It will not be another 22 years before I make my way back - that is for certain.

Interesting little shop. My sister's boyfriend took us here when we mentioned we needed coffee and…read moreI was a little perplexed when I walked in. I'm still not entirely sure what the shop is supposed to be but it was an experience going there for sure. The coffee is self serve and there are several different selections, each with a short description up on the wall. My boyfriend and I each got a medium (I believe it was $2.25 per) and loved our coffee. Both were tasty and exceptionally strong. I'm not sure if they do anything fancier (lattés, etc) but I doubt it. Nonetheless, if I were a student at penn and needed a coffee this is where I would go.

Personally a cafe-only visitor here. Have done coffee, lunches, late evening teas, and everything…read morein between over the past few years. For a place that tries to split both restaurant, cafe, and even board game restaurant, they do all of it fairly well. Cafe downstairs serves pretty good coffee, and usually has a seat available. There are definitely moments, such as weekend afternoons, when you should be prepared to packed in while working, but otherwise, this is usually a pleasant working environment. On the whole, they've got frequent visitor rewards and stamp card benefits, so if you make a habit out of visiting, you may eventually be rewarded for it with some kind of free drink or otherwise. Wi-fi is solid, and there are plenty of outlets to go around if you get a seat along the windows. Nice thing about this place too is that they're open pretty late for U-City, although they've got competition with all the Yemeni coffee shops popping up.

Had a problem where I ordered downstairs and they wouldn't let me bring it up but overall I think…read moreit's a good spot. Not the biggest fan of these paid gaming places but this might be the best I've gone to so far -- Stayed a while and I think they undercharged our group so appreciate the affordability and understanding, not trying to MEV.

The vanilla capp was delicious! I enjoyed the smooth, bold coffee which is slightly acidic. They do…read morea double shot in the drinks. This is a nice place to try out with great service and staff.

This is a frequent stop for me for a productive morning and a good cup of coffee…read more Interior here is great! A lot of spaces for working, with a lot of good conversations happening in the background to provide some filler white noise, if that's your cup of tea. Also not too loud in case you want to throw on some noise cancelling headphones and lock in. Service is fast! I usually order the drip and a sweet waffle, but twoday I went savory with a BEC, and it was awesome! The distinguishing thing here is waffles, and they do it in a ton of varieties extremely well, even to-go! Wi-fi is good here to boot, so I'm not sure if I have any knocks on this place... perhaps that it closes too early?

Pretty groovy. Penn only has a few independent/smaller chain cafes nearby, so I don't have much of…read morea choice coming here LOL. The funniest thing to me is that it's called "Paris Baguette" (like c'mon...) but feels very South/east Asian coded. I felt a little uneasy paying $11 for two small hot coffees, but they weren't bad. Nicer quality pastries yes.

Lots of pastry options. The cake slice was good but couldn't really taste the blueberry; it was…read moremore like a strawberry cake instead. Interior was packed with people with their laptops and difficult to get seat.

Stopped by soon after opening this morning for a morning meetup with some friends. Ample seating…read moreearly on and given the morning cold! Ambience was nice, and not too much noise or background disturbances. There's generally a lot of seating here, with ample outlets. I've visited previous times where there hasn't been a lot of free space because this is a student hotspot for nearby Drexel and UPenn. But that's honestly no fault to the cafe itself-- they are pretty much maxing out space without beginning to feel too cluttered and sacrificing the "vibe". Ordered a drip and a English muffin breakfast sandwich. One of my friends also completed the "Google review for a cookie" deal, and we enjoyed a piping hot freshly baked cookie! Overall I'd definitely consider this a place to meet up, or lock in while studying. Just make sure to consider the time of day and time of year academically, as this is a popular student spot.

Very inconsistent service. On three different occasions I ordered Nitro Cold Brew only to be told…read morethey don't have it although its on the menu. Today I ordered a regular coldbrew with cold foam, paid, only to be told by the barrisra he can't put cold foam in my coffee. So I changed to a iced latte that was watery bc the never called my name. I decided to ck cups when I realized. I was standing by the counter. Breakfast sandwiche was ok. For the price, not to mention passing by four coffee shops to get Madis, service should be exceptional. Disappointed! Spending my money elsewhere.

Canadian bagels is better than NY bagels because they are smaller and less dense/ heavy. I'm a big…read morefan of spread bagelry sandwiches.

Decent bagels and lots of spread options, although they can be busy and a little pricey. This is…read moreyour standard bagel spot, nothing wrong with it but nothing incredible. I always get the Nova cream cheese because the full lox bagels are more than I'm willing to pay for a quick breakfast, and while it's good and reliable, I wish the salmon pieces were larger. I personally like schmear it better. Their cream cheeses have bigger chunks of mix-ins and it's only a block or two away.

Giant Heirloom reminds me of your friends spoiled sister who never really got a job but somehow…read morealways seems to have nice clothes and a new German car. Don't get me wrong, I love Giant, but this is not Giant. They get three stars from me because the store is very nice and has the perfect selection if you are looking to impress your grad school friends with a "fancy" wine and cheese night. They also participate in Sushi Wednesday (which is almost worth 4 stars on its own). The big Giant in Fitler Square was flooded out so I decided to make the trek to this location on a Wednesday just for Sushi. It seemed very popular. There was a line for self-checkout (the only checkout I saw) and it was hard to move down the aisles because it was so crowded. They have a MASSIVE beer and wine selection. I imagine this is the best place to find that particular IPA or Cote du Rhone your girlfriend wants. Check this place out but be prepared for them not to have what you want, at least not the right brand. I will say the produce selection was big and seemed fresh. PRO: SUSHI WEDNESDAY

It's consistent....(ly) overpriced. If it weren't for the captive audience trekking to and from the…read morehospital, no one would bother coming here. The astronomical prices aren't even met with common courtesies like: being able to sign up for a Giant card in store. They put weird, never-needed, expensive items up front to make the necessities seem cheaper by comparison. Trader Joe's, Kroger, ACME -- any would be preferred.