Gran Caffe L'Aquila
1716 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Crema's Take
“This Italian-inflected Philadelphia institution excels at creating unhurried moments in a bustling city, with reviewers consistently praising the warm hospitality and distinctive, thoughtfully decorated atmosphere that somehow feels both intimate and energetic. Whether you're lingering over a meticulously pulled espresso, sharing a department dinner, or stopping in on a weekday whim, the team here demonstrates genuine care—from accommodating last-minute guests to crafting collaborative menus that make planning effortless. It's the kind of place where a chance discovery through a food app turns into a cherished regular haunt.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Another beautiful event at Gran Café L’Aquila for our annual department dinner. For the second year in a row, their team made the planning process incredibly easy, assisting with the delicious menu, wine selections, setup, and flawless service. Everything was handled with care…
I found this place on a whim through Postmates ..saved it bc I had just placed another order and came back to it .....I can't express the amount of appreciation I have for that decision I intended to only order desert bc like the previous night I had already placed a separate…
Stopped in for lunch and it was delicious. Adding to my Philly go to's. The lunch scene for pre happy hour was as expected, a city rush with an exciting vibe. Our waiter added a special touch with helping us correct our pronunciations since we made the efforts. 😉 The food was…
We stopped here for an early lunch on a whim and glad we did! They were able to easily accommodate us since it was a weekday. The hostess and the waiter were warm, welcoming and attentive. The dining space is upstairs and quite cozy. We had pasta - seafood wrapped in pasta which…
The atmosphere and decorations here are very interesting, giving the restaurant a unique vibe. But the tables are very close to each other. We ordered the Polipo (grilled octopus leg), Salsiccia Boizanee, Tagliatelle alla Panna (with guitar string noodles), Cinghiale…
Crema Reviews
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