50 Best Coffee Shops near Stratford

“4/28/26 around 6:10 PM. Wonderful young man taking drive-thru order. Polite and courteous. I could hear and understand him. Loved the BLT meal with the fantastic warm chips. Ordered a Boston Cream doughnut and it was soft and fresh tasting after 6 PM. You won't be disappointed.“

“A great neighborhood find if you're looking for an exceptional cup of coffee. The bean selection rotates regularly and the brewing is incredibly precise. The staff is welcoming, attentive, and genuinely cares about the quality of what they serve. It's a relaxed, intentional space that avoids the usual cafe rush.“

“SUPERB - great coffee, worth supporting!“

“Walking into REN’s feels like stepping into a cozy refuge from the chaos of the outside world. This place is not just a coffee shop, not just a bookstore—it’s a community hub, a creative sanctuary, and a labor of love brought to life by one of the most inspiring owners you’ll ever meet. The owner, is the heart and soul of the place. Their passion for people, literature, and coffee shines through in everything—from the hand-picked book selection to the thoughtfully crafted drinks and baked goods. They know their regulars by name, support local artists and authors, and host events that bring people together in meaningful ways. Whether it's book clubs, charity drives, or just offering a warm smile to someone who needs it, they go above and beyond. The coffee? Phenomenal. Smooth, bold, and consistently delicious. And the pastries and snacks are always fresh, with plenty of local and seasonal ingredients. As for the books—expect a mix of beloved classics, hidden indie gems, and everything in between. It’s the kind of place where you go in for one thing and leave with five (and no regrets). Whether you're there to read, work, meet friends, or just breathe for a minute, this space welcomes you like home. Ren’s coffeehouse/book store doesn’t just mean enjoying amazing coffee and books—it means supporting someone who genuinely uplifts the community. Places like this don’t come around often. Cherish it.“

“Love The Kettle Black! Amazing vegan croissants, bagels & other treats! Their cold brew is always on point! Super friendly and talented folks!“

“I’m convinced that the bulk of the negative reviews here are written by individuals who have NEVER set foot in Gleaners. The best attribute of this store is the friendly staff. Everyone who works here absorbs so much chit chat from the customers that I would think the baristas are professionally trained to listen reflectively. No coffee shop cares more for their customers and allows them to express themselves as much as Gleaners. In fact, one can’t tip these baristas enough for the company they provide the sorry folks who talk and bore their ears off. Do you know how much extra work that is!“

“It’s rare to come across a coffee shop like this. The coffee was exceptional, the menu was creative and thoughtfully curated, and every item felt intentional. What really made the experience stand out, though, was the owner! Amro was so welcoming, kind, and genuinely passionate about creating a great experience for every customer. You can tell there’s a lot of heart behind this place. I’ll definitely be back and highly recommend stopping in if you’re in the area. Spanish Latte and Perfect Date were 10/10“

“We were in PA for a graduation and before leaving, we were fortunate to eat at Café Tolia for Mother's Day Breakfast. I had the Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich with Smoked Salmon and OMG the Brioche Bun, everything, was DELICIOUS!

The staff was so friendly and patient with our party of 7 and our orders :) and pulling together the tables to seat us.

LOVED the decor!

It was a perfect way to spend our Mother's Day morning. Thank You.“

“Beautiful shop, vibe matches the coffee. 10/10 taste /presentation/ barista. A nice stop for coffee truly.“

“Both the coffee & the matcha were a must-try for me & now they’re a must have. I got my usual matcha order, with oatmilk and vanilla, and it was the best I’ve ever had. The banana bread latte was so good, too! Just the cutest place, you have to go!“

“We are visuting from Memphis. Randomly stopped in and was amazed with their Vanilla-Chai Latte...a wonderfully complex explosion of exotic flavors. Thank You Jiggy!Wish you were in Memphis too!“

“I’ve walked by this spot so many times, and it seemed every time I was hungry they were closed (closed on weekends) but today I finally stepped in. I ordered 2 bánh mìs and a Vietnamese coffee. Pete, the owner/operator of the spot was the only one there and we instantly jumped into great conversation about the music scene in Philly back in the late 90s. We ended up knowing a lot of the same people. Philly is a tight knit group. So even before eating the food I was already a fan of this spot. Pete served me his special take on Vietnamese coffee while we talked and he made the sandwiches. The iced coffee was excellent, but different and less sweet than Vietnamese coffee I’ve had in the past. He also used ice cubes made of coffee which was an added bonus for a coffee junkie like myself. After we talked for nearly 20 min, I walked home with my sandwich and WOW! Such a solid bánh mì! I told him to make it like he would make it for himself (spicy) and he knocked it out of the park. I’ll be back and I’ll be bringing all my music friends here when they are in the neighborhood. I highly encourage Olde City residents as well as Philly locals to give this place a try!“

“Friendly atmosphere . Great food and great service.“

“The best cafe I’ve tried in Philly! From the atmosphere to the people and the food, everything was exceptional. We had such a wonderful experience. The food was absolutely delicious, the service was attentive, and the atmosphere made the whole visit even more enjoyable. You can tell they put so much care into every detail, and the whole place gives off such warm, family-like vibes. Allison and Pedro were incredibly kind and welcoming from the moment we walked in until the moment we left. We can’t wait to come back“

“yes....great place. chill. good food...and, of course, coffee...“

“Absolutely best breakfast sandwich value hereabouts.“

“Loved this little spot!! The decor couldn’t have been sweeter, and the food and drinks were equally wonderful. They had so many different latte flavors (my favorite was the coconut mocha) that were the perfect amount of sweetness. The food was also unique and delicious - we tried the burrata panini, which was scrumptious! Would definitely come back here to try more :)“

“This morning was my 1st visit to Little Susies...and by far not my last! Absolutely delicious!!!! Great service, too! Upset with myself that it took me so long to get there (Front St in Olde Kenso). Thank you all and congrats on such a great business!!!“

“Great desserts. Perfect cap of the night after Dinner in Chinatown.“

“Best coffee shop in Philly!! A must-stop when in the city.“

“Good coffee, good pastries, good quiche, nice atmosphere, wonderful staff and owners!“

“Most delicious specialty coffee in the city“

“We just had the best breakfast here - amazing food, even better service. A true hole in the wall spot (because it’s tiny but so cute, lots of character!). I got eggs benedict and my husband got a breakfast burrito. We cleaned our plates! We’re from out of town, headed back to the airpot later, and our server offered to fill up our water bottles too. She was a delight. I thanked her for being so lovely and without missing a beat she said “I’ve learned that being mean to people doesn’t make me any taller!”“

“Wonderful friendly staff, great brew too! I had the clever pour coffee it was fabulous!“

“This is a pretty cute cafe. The coffee was really good, it's a little sweeter than would like, but it wasn't too sweet. I went in a little before they opened but were still nice about it and served me anyway. Highly recommend the coffee here.“

“Awesome experience if you are a coffee drinker.“

“They have so many types of coffee. I am going to give everyone coffee this Christmas.“

“Literally every time we’re in philly we stop by Ox and have coffee. It’s a must have“

“Family owned, great coffee. The flavor options are unique and don’t mask the coffee flavor. Ovaltine cold foam is coffee crack!!! Love the service as much as the coffee.“

“Great coffee, friendly service!“

“Small shop offering high quality coffee in a quiet corned. They have seasonal specials offering interesting coffee flavors for people looking to try something new. I've had their melon coffee and their ube, both of which were delicious :)“

“I love just love this place and their cakes. Very tasty beautiful and great served. Thank god they are 40 minutes away from me. Otherwise I would be there every day.“

“This place is great! The staff are genuinely really nice and the food and coffee is awesome. This is my new favorite coffee place in the city after trying quite a few! The prices are good, sizes are generous, and they have a lot of fun specialty drinks that I’m excited to go back and try. I got the iced honey lavender latte and it was delicious ( they also offer dairy alternative milks so that’s a plus).“

“my husband and i come in frequently for their quick service & rotating seasonal specials. This time we were graced with Aysia as our server. She was friendly, attentive to each table and told us about the reward system that we haven’t signed up for previously. thank you Aysia for another great experience!“

“i have conducted scientific research in philly's chinatown to find the best bakery (i went to every single one over the course of 3 days) and this is the one.

the coconut cream bun and custard bun are my personal favorites, ESPECIALLY when they are fresh and still warm 😭😭“

“The atmosphere was warm, welcoming and comfortable. I recommend the dumplings, they are amazing and their Tea was extremely good. I made sure to get more to take home.“

“Wanted to try a local coffee shop while visiting NJ an was not disappointed!! Had a gingerbread latte with homemade sweet potato creamer and pumpkin whipped cream. 10/10!! Best fall drink I’ve had!“

“Ordered a birthday cake. It was delicious!“

“we love Anthony's coffee shop and make it point to stop in and stock up on Italian market roast coffee and biscotti! love the atmosphere and the yummy treats!“

“We had breakfast at the Turning Point while waiting for our dog to have surgery . \n We are both avid cooks and hard to impress. The food was fresh , innovative , and delicious.. The service and ambience was as good as the food .\n We highly recommend The Turning Point“

“I love love the matcha cloud they recently added to their menu, so so good. My favorite is the banana matcha cloud, but I’ve tried the coconut & lavender ones too.

The bee bites are also so flavorful, great savory and sweet mix with each bite. They have had donuts a time or two when I stopped in and I decided to try their biscoff cookie butter and oh my so sweet so creamy so good. I enjoy this place, great options, versatile and a chill cozy vibe.“

“My friends and I spent some time here this morning. We spent time going through all the many K cups they have on display. We laughed and giggled and had a great time. Definitely recommend this place.“

“Great customer service. Fresh, fluffy donuts. The right amount of sweetness. Soft on the inside super slight crisp on the outside. Fun flavors my kids enjoyed. We will be going back.“

“Amazing desserts! (mousse cakes are a speciality!) Plus savory food and great drinks!“

“The place was crowded on a Friday eve. They were out of ube ice cream. I got the matcha soft serve instead which was pretty good. They have generic flimsy plastic spoon utensils that you just grab - wish they have more hygienic ones that they give to you in your ice cream or those sealed single use wooden ice cream scoopers.

The place is nothing fancy and not for a quiet sit down but you can get your ice cream or drink here to go.“

“My first taste of Shakshuka and it was amazing! Very comfortable place, too. My partner had a smoked turkey sandwich that had a lot of great flavor!“

“We had the Coffee with a shot of espresso and caramel syrup… Also a cappuccino - Toasted bagel with cream cheese and a cheese danish“

“Super cute authentic cafe, loved the service, atmosphere and especially the coffee and pastries I got! I got the brown sugar shaken drink and a strawberry cheese turnover. Both delicious. My friends got a mint lemonade slush, turkey avocado sandwich and I believe one of the fruit drinks. Super cute and tasty place! Also very very clean“

“Best coffee in Philadelphia !!!“