Guzo Cafe

Guzo Cafe

800 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA

★★★★★4.6(128 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Guzo Cafe is a warmly atmospheric South Philadelphia gem that weaves Ethiopian and Eritrean culinary traditions into their coffee and tea program, from house-made iced Ethiopian tea to expertly crafted matcha alongside vibrant vegetarian dishes and fresh pastries. The space radiates authentic charm with local art adorning the walls and a genuinely inviting vibe that makes it perfect for lingering conversations or solo work, while their willingness to experiment with off-menu offerings like samosas shows a kitchen that genuinely cares about delighting regulars.

What to expect

Strong matcha and tea selection. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.

Slow sitMatcha & teaPastriesTraditional drinksFamily friendlyMeetingsLight foodSpecialty drinks

Google Reviews

Jack A
★★★★★2 months ago

Hidden gem of a coffee shop. Love the vibe here, fresh aromatic foods caught me from the doorway. Apparently they were testing out some off-menu samosas which were absolutely delicious. The matcha wasn’t overly sweet and the lentil soup had the right kick for chilly weather. Not…

Ashley Jonson
★★★★★4 months ago

Absolutely delicious food! I had a mix of vegetarian dishes that all had fantastic flavor. I also had an iced Ethiopian tea (they make it in house!) and ohhhhh my goodness, it was so so good 10/10 recommend. It’s really great having an Ethiopian restaurant in South Philly so I…

J. M.
★★★★★6 months ago

My first visit to Guzo Café was an absolute delight from start to finish. The moment I walked in, I was struck by the warm and inviting ambiance — a mix of cozy café charm and authentic Ethiopian touches. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and spices filled the air, setting the…

Erin Maloney
★★★★★6 months ago

Ethiopian and Eritrean food in south Philly! Found through 2good2go, so excited to try it all. Started with a classic vegan platter with delicious tangy injera and iced tea. Local art and lovely vibes available in a cute Parkside cafe!

Alisha
★★★★★11 months ago

Cute coffeeshop with reasonable prices and very tasty food. It was a pleasant surprise to discover this place and eat Ethiopian food as a light lunch. The waitress is learning which requires some patience but overall very nice space and food and coffee!

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