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Front Street Cafe, Philadelphia, PA

Front Street Cafe

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

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 49 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Healthy
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 812 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Great for brunch

  • Philadelphia County

    Healthy

  • Philadelphia

    Great for brunch

  • Philadelphia

    Healthy

  • Philadelphia

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Philadelphia

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Front Street Cafe offers a "great dining experience" with "excellent" food and "friendly" service, perfect for brunches and casual meals. The "charming" garden ambiance and "generous portions" enhance the visit. They cater well to allergies and have "many vegan options." Regulars praise its consistency and delicious menu.

812 Reviews
  1. Kevin & Tracey VIP

    Philadelphia33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experince! Great menu and food. We will always consider FSC as a lunch and dinner option.

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  2. Heather

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mo is an astounding server and whatever you need to do to keep him on staff, please do! He never fails to be attentive, anticipatory and friendly. We look forward to having him guide us through our meal each time we visit and I know others who feel the same way. The food today was delicious and we enjoyed our meal so much.

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  3. Louisy

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent - it felt like they created a menu just for me, filled with all my favorite dishes. The servers were friendly, though they seemed a bit overwhelmed during our visit. As a result, some things took longer than expected, and we didn’t get the usual check-ins. Still, overall the experience was great.

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  4. Thomas

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Happy Hour and amazing Tuesday Burger deal. Bartender super nice and attentive. Love this space

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  5. Ali

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group was 5 friends celebrating a birthday over brunch on a Sunday morning. Our waiter was kind, attentive, he took a photo of our group for us, and the service was great. The food was exceptionally delicious. Our group had shrimp and grits, poached eggs, scrapple, salad, breakfast potatoes, eggs benedict, and the most delicious little chocolate chip scones. The music was good, the vibe was friendly and we had a great experience and meal.

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  6. Ryan

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great for gluten free people - all food is clearly marked as gluten free

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  7. Paris

    Philadelphia1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    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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  8. Melissa VIP

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    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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  9. Corey

    Atlantic City6 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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  10. 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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Front Street Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 812 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 49 times today
Google Map for Front Street Cafe

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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