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Front Street Cafe, Philadelphia, PA

Front Street Cafe

4.7
4.7
806 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
1253 N. Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
8:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Healthy
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
Front Street Cafe, located in the heart of Philadelphia, is your destination for a culinary adventure. Our menu features farm-to-table, locally sourced ingredients transformed into dishes that delight your palate. Begin your day with a leisurely brunch, enjoying fluffy pancakes or our signature vegan burger. As evening falls, the cafe evolves into a bistro, offering an intimate dining experience. Savor succulent steaks, fresh seafood, or innovative vegetarian options, all crafted with care. Our vibrant atmosphere complements our delicious food. Enjoy lively conversations on our outdoor garden patio or relax in our cozy indoor space. Whether you're after a casual lunch or a special dinner, Front Street Cafe guarantees an unforgettable experience. Join us to explore a world of culinary delights, where freshness meets flavor and every bite is a celebration of the senses.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International, Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–4:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Andrew Petruzelli
  • Catering
    We offer in-house as well as off-premise catering packages. Choose from our expertly designed menus to suit your needs for any occasion. Our menus are designed with your guests' health and happiness in mind and offer cuisine that is inspired by our current and seasonal menus.
  • Private party facilities
    With several different spaces to choose from Front Street Café in Fishtown is the perfect spot for your next event and one of the best locations for private events in Philadelphia. We specialize in intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers and brunches.
  • Neighborhood
    Fishtown
  • Cross street
    W. Thompson St.
  • Parking details
    The parking lot, run by Park America, is located a minute away at 1322 N. Front Street.<br /><br />As of October 2016, the current rates are: $5 per day and $20 Friday/Saturday evenings.<br /><br />Additionally, there is ample two-hour and free street parking in the area with a municipal parking lot one block away on Frankford Street.
  • Public transit
    The Frankford/ Girard El stop is one block away on Front Street.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

What 806 people are saying

Front Street Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Front Street Cafe offers a "charming ambiance" with a sunlit garden setting. Guests rave about the "fresh and delicious" food, generous portions, and accommodating service, especially for allergies. Highlights include the citrus herb hummus and loaded fries. Some reviews note slower service and noise levels, but overall, it's "always a great dining experience."
806 Reviews
  1. Paris

    Philadelphia1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    food is sub par. service was on the slower side at first. food is so overpriced for what it is and happy hour deals are not even that good

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  2. Melissa VIP

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server's vibrant energy and warm friendliness enhanced the already delightful experience of dining in the garden area. The garden setting, with its sunlit glass enclosure, created a truly charming ambiance. The food was fresh and delicious. We sampled a variety of dishes, including the light and creamy citrus herb hummus, the front street breakfast, the breakfast sandwich, and the whole grain banana hotcake. The portions were generous. While the hotcake was delicious, I'd request the toppings on the side next time to avoid over-saturation. We will definitely return to explore more of their unique menu.

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  3. Corey

    Atlantic City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great dining experience. Great food, great service. Front Street never disappoints. Highly recommend for a casual delicious meal with many vegan options. Breakfast, lunch or dinner!

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  4. Megan

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    All of our food came out at one time and hardly fit on our tiny table. No one took any of our empty plates until we were totally finished eating. We had to stack them up and get creative to have room to eat. The vegan mouse was not set and more like a loose pudding and my coffee was cold. We’ve been here many times and were very disappointed.

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  5. Cara

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time in Fishtown and the restaurant. Everything was delicious and appreciate that they have separate frywrs, as one of the diners has celiac.

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  6. Michael

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have a severe tree-nut allergy and had a very pleasant experience. They are extremely accommodating to allergies. The loaded fries are great!

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  7. Kimmy

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food was delicious and service was great as always!

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  8. HollyH

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really great food and generous portions. The service was great considering how busy it was and she was very friendly. It is loud indoors but also have a large patio. Very enjoyable overall for Sunday family lunch

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  9. Steven

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Easy to find parking, fast service, and good food. Overall 8/10

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  10. Tara

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    5 stars all around! I loved the atmosphere, our server was outstanding, the food was incredibly fresh and delicious! Looking forward to going back!

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Front Street Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 806 OpenTable diners.

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1253 N. Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W. Thompson St.
  • Neighborhood
    Fishtown
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–4:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International, Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The parking lot, run by Park America, is located a minute away at 1322 N. Front Street.<br /><br />As of October 2016, the current rates are: $5 per day and $20 Friday/Saturday evenings.<br /><br />Additionally, there is ample two-hour and free street parking in the area with a municipal parking lot one block away on Frankford Street.
  • Public transit
    The Frankford/ Girard El stop is one block away on Front Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Andrew Petruzelli
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer in-house as well as off-premise catering packages. Choose from our expertly designed menus to suit your needs for any occasion. Our menus are designed with your guests' health and happiness in mind and offer cuisine that is inspired by our current and seasonal menus.
  • Private party facilities
    With several different spaces to choose from Front Street Café in Fishtown is the perfect spot for your next event and one of the best locations for private events in Philadelphia. We specialize in intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers and brunches.
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