La Colombe Coffee Roasters

La Colombe’s mission is to consistently provide the finest quality coffee to establishments which display a real interest in serving premium grade products to their clientele. In this we accept the challenge to be the premier coffee roasting company in the United States, setting benchmarks for taste, service and knowledge. All efforts any member of La Colombe makes is to this end.

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  • Phone

    (215) 977-7770

  • Website

    lacolombe.com

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  • Type

    Coffee Shop

Address

1414 S Penn Sq (at S 15th St) Philadelphia , PA 19102 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Happy Hour

Comments / 98


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Blondie xXx

It's the best coffee around. You can count on constancy of flavor and service. If you don't like milk or can't drink it... The coffee is good black or with sugar. Life is as simple as you make it.

Sam H

Great pastries ! I normally don't enjoy pastries at coffee shops but the cheese Danish and cinnamon roll was yummy. And of course awesome lattes

Matt Smith

A definite stop for visitors staying in Center City . It is within walking distance of many hotels and historical sights. $2 for drip coffee . Friendly baristas ! Sit in or take a cup to go and explore.

Burçin Karamercan

Amazing cappucino in very Italian ceramic cups:) rare to find in other coffee shops . You should definitely stop by here:)

Brent Madison

Much like Anthony Bourdain , I fell in love with this place at first sip. Get the bottled cold brew black coffee , it's quite exquisite!

Sarah Eff

Baristas friendly and knowledgable . I like the iced red eye or blue bottle cold brew on draft ! Long lines , esp around 8/9 but worth it and the lines move fast !

Lore Benavent

Best coffee in Philly ! Perfect spot for espresso drinks . I love how they make iced macchiato or cortado ????

Tracy D

No menu but don't be intimidated, the baristas are super helpful and friendly . If all else fails, order a cappuccino , it's the best in the City .

Baturalp

You cannot go wrong here. They consistently make great espresso drinks . Love their cups!

Stéphanie Nam

A sunny, tranquil spot in the middle of the city . Great coffee and a few newspapers floating around.

Michael Rodriguez

The draft latte #CestMagnifique. For sure you can find it at other spots but there’s no denying the texture and frothiness of their home location ????

Pilgrim ????

Don't be afraid to fill your water bottles here with room temp, cold or sparkling water taps. Great coffee too ????

Sys E

Free sparkling water from the tap at the end of the counter! Gold star just for that! (Coffee is served beautifully too, although it's a bit weak.)

Anne Schaefer

The coffee is amazing, but the draft latte is a star! Tastes like a milkshake . Great, friendly service

Anthony Maggio

This location has amazing pastries . Try a cheese croissant or a ham and cheese croissant .

Lawrence Chen

Elixir coffee is the best of UPenn, La Colombe is the best coffee of Temple .

Lelder

Everything. Coffee is amazing for a great price. Staff is the best!

Andrew Furman

Enjoy your awesome cold brew with an awesome view of city hall

Stina P.

great place to stop and appreciate the coffee originally from the city !

Brad Sukala

Great cup of coffee . One of the original "good" coffees in Philly .

Jeiran Hasan

Fantastic coffee shop . Love their service ware as well .

Chris Richards

Strong coffee . Welcoming atmosphere and seating arrangements even when busy.

Julian Si

Superb cappuccino ☕️ Busy though!

Reinhold Residential

A outpost of Philly's own famed coffee company featuring the tastiest coffee in the city in a modern setting.

RC

One of the better coffee places . This location is not a quiet coffee respite if that's what you're looking for.

Greg Maughan

Seats are hard to find, so if you are meeting someone definitely get there early.

Guiseppe

The best coffee in Center City . Try the cold brew it is awesome.

Grace Lee

Espresso is good ???? Come here for quality coffee . Good working space, but no wifi

Taylor VA

Nice place in the morning to sit and read the paper.

David

Big bright space. Almost always busy, but no wifi means no table hogs. Great coffee .

ℳansour αℓтαууαr

I like it here, every time. Espresso , well done.

Melanie W.

They have free water (cold, room temperature, and sparkling) on the side.

Donna

Damn good cold brew ! Gluten free granola bars .

Rachel L

Pretty good latte . Awkward seating situation. The counter is massive

Jason

Great latte , friendly staff , fun wooden stools and tables

Kenneth Schlenker

Sunny, simple, capuccino , great sound, staff smiles - everything you want from a café .

Gabriel Evans

Try a different espresso than the Nizza blend if given the chance.

BruShonna Law

Hey, who needs Free WiFi when the coffee experience is this fulfilling? Step your data game up; you'll need it!

John Leman

This Philly local is cutting edge in putting out high quality, ethically sourced coffee .

Dale Andrews

Get dat draft latte . Everything will immediately be better in your life.

Joe C

Get a black & tan or one of the new canned draft lattes

Jon Moore

Nice coffee shop with friendly service ☕️

Lisa Hinchliffe

Great coffee at unexpectedly lower prices than most!

Syl113

Black and Tan , draft latte , pour over coffee

Taylor VA

Really like the cortado .

Taylor VA

The coffee is great and the service is excellent.

Ricky Rodriguez

The best coffee in the city . If u are near by you gotta stop by!

Tina

Ever hear of soymilk? Almond milk ? Coconut milk ? Yeah, get on that.

Horacio Carreno

Best real macchiato I've had in years. Get it.

Austin Strelinger

I had a Vietnamese Coffee that was sweet and delicious.

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