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Darnel’s Cakes
Darnel’s Cakes is a Black-owned bakery in Northern Liberties that makes pastries we love and one of our favorite breakfast sandwiches.
The Bagel Place
The Bagel Place is a Queen Village staple with perfectly balanced bagels that you can top with house-made schmears and spreads.
Rowhome Coffee
Rowhome Coffee in Kensington is a quick, casual place to get a morning brew and a soft pretzel breakfast sandwich.
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Cafe Walnut
Cafe Walnut is a Korean shop in Center City where almost everything on the menu—from the breakfast sandwiches to the kimchi onigiri—is under $11.
Rocco's Italian Sausage
Rocco's Italian Sausage is a quick breakfast and lunch place attached to most Home Depot's in Philly.
Paffuto
Paffuto is an Italian cafe in Bella Vista that specializes in panzerotti and maritozzi you'll want to eat on a weekly basis.
El Chingon
El Chingon is an all-day Mexican cafe and BYOB in Passyunk Square that specializes in Pueblan-style cemitas.
Suraya
Suraya is a Lebanese spot in Fishtown that’s great for a date, brunch, or a big group dinner. Honestly, it’s great for everything.
Dutch Eating Place
Dutching Eating Place is the best sit-down breakfast spot in Reading Terminal Market.
Töska Restaurant & Brewery
Töska is an Albanian-leaning restaurant and brewery in Mt. Airy where you should stick to the mezze and pizza.
Vegan-ish
Vegan-ish is a Black-owned plant-based restaurant with locations in West Philly and Spring Garden. Head there for a breakfast smoothie in the morning or a burger at night.
High Street
Remember this all-day restaurant whenever you're in Center City and could use an adult pizza party.
Essen Bakery
This Jewish bakery in East Passyunk makes great apple cake, bagels, babka, and chocolate rugelach.
Small Oven Pastry Shop
Small Oven Pastry Shop on Washington Avenue makes great baked goods, as well as soft serve in the summer.
Kouklet Brazilian Bakehouse
Kouklet Brazilian Bakehouse in East Passyunk specializes in plump, airy sonhos. You want them.
Isgro Pastries
When you want legendary cannoli or other baked goods, head to Isgro Pastries in Bella Vista.
Termini Bros
Termini Brothers Bakery is arguably the most famous bakery in Philly. And after you try their biscotti and other baked goods, you'll know why.