The Ground Rittenhouse

The Ground Rittenhouse

120 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA

★★★★★4.5(259 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tucked into Rittenhouse Square, this plant-filled café feels like stepping into a bright, botanical sanctuary where coffee is taken seriously—their creative signature drinks like the Banana Bread Matcha and custom mochas showcase real innovation, and they're genuinely accommodating with dietary requests. The whimsical, thoughtfully decorated space draws crowds for leisurely sit-downs with pastries and specialty toasts, though you'll want to arrive early or be patient for a table and expect premium pricing for your carefully crafted cup.

What to expect

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

Specialty drinksMeetingsSignature drinksSlow sitLight foodTraditional drinksFamily friendlyMatcha & teaPastries

Google Reviews

Lyds R.
★★★★★2 months ago

The Ground Rittenhouse is such an adorable stop in Philly, the interior is so whimsical and bright, and there’s greenery everywhere! The menu is very unique and they are very open to creating the drink that you’re craving. On a Saturday afternoon, there wasn’t much seating…

Destiny Barr
★★★★★2 months ago

Great experience! Beautiful plants surrounding the space while you enjoy your delicious coffee and sweet or savory specialty toasts. Be prepared to get early or wait for a table there is only a small section of two seater tables in the back. Try the black sesame banana toast!

Ariana Lucidonio
★★★★2 months ago

The Ground Rittenhouse is an adorable cafe + plant shop. Just be prepared to drop $10 on a small drink - tasty, yes… expensive, also yes. I got the banana bread matcha and it truly tasted like banana bread. Sooo yummy! They have a few tables in the back, which luckily were…

Jennifer Strickland
★★★★★4 months ago

This spot is a beautiful gem in Rittenhouse Square. As you enter, you are met with such peaceful and thoughtful decor and plants 🪴. I had the Banana Bread Matcha and an Almond Croissant. Both were absolutely delicious! The seating was a little tight in the back (I could be a…

Anonymous Users
★★★★7 months ago

The ambiance is really nice, and I love the decor! I had the nut-free peanut butter gluten free Oreo mocha, and it was so good The end of the line was right by the inside of the door when I arrived, and it was out the door when I left – a steady stream of people coming here I…

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