You know that cliché that’s plastered in every single Home Goods: “don’t talk to me until I’ve had my coffee”… it’s a cliché for a reason. It may be cringey but it’s TRUE! As we’ve been discovering new spots around Philly, we’ve discovered these 7 coffee shops in Fairmount Park that will get your day started on the best note ever.
Off to work? Espresso. Going to the gym? Iced coffee. Study date? Matcha. Get your caffeine on at these coffee shops in Fairmount Park and thank us later!
Check into one of the most serene coffeeshops in Fairmount Park- Musette! Musette is a European-inspired coffee shop with delicious drinks and lovely small plates. Musette is a great stop for bikers, museum goers, and those who just need some good energy.
☕️🪴🌞 Our favorite pick-me-ups from Musette are the Cortado and the Fig Tartine 🌞☕️🪴
Hours & Location
Monday – Friday | 7:00am–4:00pm
Saturday & Sunday | 7:00am–5:00pm
📍 2441 Aspen St. Philadelphia, PA 19130
Instagrammable backyard? Yes please. Fairmount’s The Monkey & The Elephant serves up delicious coffee and snacks with a great outdoor sipping space. The garden is a great place to chill with friends, read a book, or get some work done!
The Monkey & The Elephant holds a special place in our hearts for their programming towards supporting former-foster youth in beginning their employment journeys!
☕️🪴🌞 Our favorite pick-me-ups from The Monkey & The Elephant are the the Mocha and the Breakfast Panini 🌞☕️🪴
Hours & Location
Tuesday – Sunday | 7:00am–4:30pm
Monday | Closed
📍 2831 W Girard Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19130
One of the most convenient coffee shops in Fairmount Park for rowers and trail goers alike is Cosmic Cafe! Right on Boathouse Row is a cozy spot for all your caffeinated needs. Cosmic Cafe is farm-to-table and we love hanging out here on gorgeous, sunny days!
Visit Cosmic Cafe’s pop-up beer garden The Ciderhouse! Enjoy local wines & spirits and of course, quality beer & cider by the river.
☕️🪴🌞 Our favorite pick-me-ups from Cosmic Cafe are their Iced Coffees and Loaded Bagel🌞☕️🪴
Hours & Location
Monday – Sunday | 8:00am–6:00pm
📍 1 Boathouse Row Philadelphia, PA 19130
Our local Vietnamese coffeehouse is Brown Street Coffee & Banhery! Never tried Banh Mi before? This is the spot to do it. Banh Mi sandwiches are super delicious and pair well with all of Brown Street’s killer coffee!
☕️🪴🌞 Our favorite pick-me-ups from Brown Street Coffee & Banhery are the Cubano, the Vietnamese Iced Coffee, and the Bulgogi Korean BBQ Banh Mi🌞☕️🪴
Hours & Location
Monday – Sunday | 7:00am–5:00pm
📍 2545 Brown St. Philadelphia, PA 19130
Bold to assume that we wouldn’t include Bold Coffee Bar on our list of our fave coffee shops in Fairmount Park! Bold Coffee Bar was created out of the need for a coffee shop that really thought outside of the box when it came to the endless creative potential for a cup of coffee. We love making bold choices at Bold Coffee Bar!
☕️🪴🌞 Our favorite pick-me-ups from Bold Coffee Bar are the Peanut Butter Cup Latte, the Lavender Honey Latte, and the Cinnamon Rolls 🌞☕️🪴
Hours & Location
Monday – Friday | 7:00am–3:00pm
Saturday | 8:00am–3:00pm
Sunday | Closed
📍 1623 Ridge Ave. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19130
Lucky YOU, you’ve discovered Lucky Goat Coffeehouse! Lucky Goat serves up local favorites like La Colombe and South Street Philly Bagels. Lucky Goat shares African culture with it’s community, educating us on arts and culture, all while drinking Philly’s best beans. Keep a lookout for their seasonally-rotating specials!
☕️🪴🌞 Our favorite pick-me-ups from Lucky Goat Coffeehouse are the African Sunset Tea and the Chai Latte 🌞☕️🪴
Hours & Location
Monday – Sunday | 7:00am–2:00pm
📍 888 N 26th St. Philadelphia, PA 19130
Last but certainly not least is Fairmount Avenue’s Coffee Cream & Dreams. Just peeking into their window to gaze at their pastry selection is a dream within itself! Come on in, pick out a pastry, and enjoy some of the most delicious coffee at one of the best coffee shops in Fairmount Park!
☕️🪴🌞 Our favorite pick-me-ups from Coffee Cream & Dreams are the Hot Chocolate and the Drip Coffee 🌞☕️🪴
Hours & Location
Monday – Friday | 7:00am–1:00pm
Saturday & Sunday | 8:00am–1:00pm
📍 1500 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130
With so many different coffee shops in Fairmount, there’s always somewhere new to walk to in the neighborhood to sit back, relax, and enjoy a cup of coffee. Did we miss a spot? Let us know if you have any favorite coffee shops in Fairmount Park that we left off! You can always find us at UNATION on Instagram and Facebook @stufftodoinphilly!
Lindsay Nathanson is a Philadelphian inspired by research, storytelling, and the people around her. Subsequent to graduating from the Univer...