4.5
Superb
293 Reviews
1101 Spruce Street, Philadelphia · 5.94 miles
Customers’ favorites
- Latte and Tea and Pastries
- Chocolate Croissant
- Cherry Danish
- Extra Shot
“Easily the best coffee shop in the city. I have searched far and wide for a spot that has welcoming and charming vibes, exceptional espresso drinks, and a high level of coffee expertise with pour-over coffees. Most shops in Philly struggle to hit one of those criteria, a select few hit maybe two (Elixr, Thank you Thank you, Musette) but Habitat nails it all. My two favorite items to regularly get are their excellent cortado and their macchiato. If you order the macchiato for dine in, it comes with a small goblet of sparkling water which is a delightful and thoughtful pairing for a strong espresso drink. Both cortado and macchiato are well balanced, intense, and typically come with beautiful art. They also serve pour-overs, with a solid rotating list of single-origin beans that they roast. I believe they brew using an Origami brewer (they at least sell that brewer at the store), and every pour-over I have had has tasted wonderful and is nicely presented on a tray with the small mug and carafe. As with most shops, a pour-over may take quite a bit of time and generally takes a bit less priority to espresso drinks so it's best to order when it's slow. There is a real neighborhood charm to Habitat's aesthetic and service is welcoming to match. The interior is cute and cozy albeit small, with only maybe 8-10 seats. In the warmer seasons there are plenty of outdoor tables as well and it's a beautiful neighborhood to relax outside in. If you are any degree serious about coffee, I would give Habitat my highest possible recommendation”