Ultimo Coffee Bar

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Dan Atchison

Came in with a small group because we didnt want Starbucks. The staff could have starred in a follow up episode to Seinfelds "Soup Nazi." Not one smile or even courtesy. Its as if they didnt want us there. I ordered a shot in the dark and the pretentiousness I was greeted with was off the charts. I asked jokingly, "are you judging my order?" The response was a curt deadpan "yes." It was so unfriendly it was actually comical. Lighten up guys. You make a good cup of coffee but youre not curing cancer or anything.

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A Private User

Espresso and other coffee drinks are on the expensive side, although generally worth it, but the rotating (!) coffee selection is very reasonable priced and always an incredible tasting experience. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, and will always make recommendations for what to drink and what to look for when you drink it (like flavors changing as it cools). The space is nice, friendly, and bright, and in the spring they open their big garage door. Definitely the best place in the city for coffee.

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Jenna Geiger

I walked in on a hot, early summer day after exploring the city. Where most places that sell alcohol or dont seem like tourist-traps are intimidating to the outsider, this place isnt so. There is a 20/30someyear old crowd and on the saturday night I went the atmosphere was surprisingly laid back. A couple of people chillin outdoors, a couple on their laptops, and two guys arguing about marvel vs. Dc franchise flicks. Love this place, friendly knowledgable staff, plus I can drink my IPA in peace

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A Private User

From espresso to mocha, sandwiches to cupcakes, the essentials for a cafe are very near to perfect. Coffee lovers/professionals run the place and all the staff are affable and knowledgeable. The atmosphere is wonderfully "Philadelphia." Great people from the local community. I have been a regular for over a year, I still hit some of the other coffee joints in the region but I keep coming back to Ultimo, the best.

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A Private User

so Im a coffee shop snob. sure I can enjoy a place just because its a coffee shop but this place is going to be a hit. they just opened up months ago. They make incredible latees have fantastic indoor and outdoor seating with tons of windows! its new, so the crowd isnt going there constantly yet, but they will be soon. a fantastic addition to the Philly caffeine scene.

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Nathan Cross

Ultimo is pretty much what youd expect.. a bastion of gentrification in an old neighborhood. The coffee is really good (it better be for that price), and the staff is much friendly than that of similar places in South Philly. You can also get beer there, so what are you waiting for? Just dont buy your cheap domestic beer here. Because it wont be cheap.

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A Private User

Awesome coffee selection! African, Central & South American coffees. All supplied by the world renowned company Counter Culture. Environment is casual, happy & relaxed. All types of people come here. Meaning that its not known as hipster preppy or anything else. Come as you are and just relax and enjoy an exquisite cup of coffee.

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Jessica Walker

This is my go-to coffee shop. Great place to study or catch up with a friend. They also have a good selection of draft and bottled beers that you can drink there or take with you. A great place to grab a beer and relax if you arent feeling a bar atmosphere.

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Matthew Wright

I was passing through Philadelphia and spent the morning at this wonderful spot. My two americanos were excellent and I loved the relaxed vibe and pastries. What more could you ask for in a coffee shop? Nothing. Its plain great.

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April Shaw

Their beer selection is pretty great, and its located in a great area if you want to grab a quick bite to eat. The staff is ways friendly and they ways have great beer suggestions if Im not sure what I want to get.

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Jean-edward Leconte

It was a lot like Laptopistan but there was still space for the two of us to enjoy coffee without anyone looking at us like why dont we just shut up. The best part was we were able to buy a six pack on the way out.

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Ryan McWhorter

Great spot for excellent espresso and pour over coffee. Plus you can browse a large beer selection while you sip. There is good seating and the staff was friendly. Parking wasnt awful but not great

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Michael Jefferson

Awesome, the epitome of what I expect from a coffee shop! It was clean, artful, great latte, and friendly staff. Plus they have a craft beer selection that I will have to try next time.

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Billy Albert

Consistently the best coffee that Ive found in Philadelphia, and Ive tried a lot of places. Bonus points for sharing space with Brew, which sells bottles of beer and serves from taps.

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Josiah Nedd

Always great service, great coffee (beer too), and great atmosphere. A nice place to meet up with friends or just enjoy a drink and a book (or some wifi) by yourself.

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Carrol Reeves

Staff was neither friendly nor knowledgeable. They had no dark roast & didnt know which of the coffees they had would be least acidic. Atmosphere was dark.

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Avik De

The large windows and good coffee make this a great place to work. The chai was great; cappuccino was above average. I found the staff very friendly.

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Raheen Ballard

Wasnt a fan of the coffees taste, or the food & pastry selection. But good atmosphere and the fact that they also sell booze is amazing.

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A Private User

This place makes the best espresso in the whole city, as far as I can tell... and Ive had espresso at my fair share of coffee joints.

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Lily de la Torre

Great coffee, tea, and drafts. A little pricey for the caffeine. Free WiFi and take out beers makes it a great place to stop in.

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Miriam Faulknor

The staff in this place are really friendly. They seem tho have a pottery extensive craft bear deletion and quite a few on tap.

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Corey Leigh Latislaw

Like to sketch, work, or just enjoy coffee. Theres a high bar along the front window that I like to use as a standing desk.

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Paul Cathel

Awesome place, staff is nice. Great coffee for the casual drinker or the coffee enthusiast. Favorite latte in the city.

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A Private User

Good coffee but I love that its a bottle shop with a fantastic selection. Bring your computer and get some work done!

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Shaadi Adibsamii-Baylor

Good quality coffee, pastries, and beer. Family and dog friendly place to hang out or pick something up.

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Soham Ghosh

Excellent coffee. Worth the price for a good capuccino. Just a short hop on the Broa Street Line

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Evan Collier

Nailed both espresso (Bolivia) and pourover (Ethiopia Kochere Reko). Nice job there, guys.

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Kerri Greene

Delicious coffee, yummy snacks :) Thanks for helping make our Philly experience a good one

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Rorng Sorn

My to go place for coffee and tea and get my work done in this nice comfortable place.

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Casee Amores

Everything youd want from a cafe. Good selection, good coffee, nice people.

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A Private User

Easily the best coffee Ive ever had. Fantastic service and friendly staff.

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Julian Thompson

Bought their whole bean coffee. Service was quick and the coffee was fresh.

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Shane Bywaters

Cool place just not my crowd. And they only have two sizes of cups. Lame.

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Mony Kiem

Good coffee, free wifi, outdoor seatings and ooh...wait...TO GO beers.

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Craig Huck

I had an excellent iced coffee on a super hot day. The WiFi is fast.

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David Birowski

Best place in the city to get a mixed sixer and a espresso coffee.

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Heyhoon Chung

I always visit this place when I visit PH. I love this place.

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A Private User

Really great service and coffee! awesome atmosphere in general

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Frank Lafaro

The most delicious, complex and satisfying espresso in Philly.

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Chris Wirth

Great cortados!

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