The Kettle Black
631 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Crema's Take
“This NoLibs gem has earned its stellar reputation as the bagel destination that's converted skeptics across Philadelphia, with a texture and quality that makes other bagels genuinely hard to enjoy afterward. Beyond the legendary bagels, the owners' genuine warmth—greeting each customer by name—creates that rare coffee shop atmosphere where you're equally happy lingering over a miso chocolate chip cookie or grabbing your order during a quick commute. Their pastries and loaves match the bagels' ambition, making this the kind of neighborhood spot that becomes a non-negotiable part of your routine.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Spent years thinking Philly didn’t have good bagels then moved to nolibs and discovered this gem!!!! The owners are genuine humans who take the time to say hello to each customer. Their coffee, bagels, and pastries are all worth the early morning line.
Kettle black has the absolute best bagels I have ever had in my life. Truly find it hard to eat other bagels bc I am obsessed with theirs!! I personally love the sesame and cheddar, and love their pretzels and sourdough loaves. The owners are amazing - know many customers by…
Kettle black easily has the best bagels in Philly, but to stop there is a miss. Their loaves and pastries are also incredible. The miso chocolate chip cookie will change your life. Stop in for a treat (or a few) that will make your day brighter.
Updated the review with more photos, went back a few more times and still love it!!! Original Comment: Best bagel I’ve tried!! Their bagels have a softer texture compare to other places’. My favorite is the pretzel bagel but honestly everything is great and worth trying.…
Delicious cheddar jalapeño pretzel and genuinely the best cookie (dark chocolate miso cookie) I’ve had in my life. I’m usually not a big cookie person, but this one was chewy and despite the liberal quantity of chocolate chunks, the cookie was not too chocolatey and not too…
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