Joy Cafe
630 N 2nd St, Philadelphia
(215) 922-1003
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The food was really good. But my order of a wrap and coffee came out to be $27 somehow.
I asked for a splash of oat milk in my cold brew and got charged $1 for that, which I didn't know untill I got my receipt. Charging a whole dollar for maybe a table spoon of milk is insane to me. Plus it's a vegan place, what other milk is there? I have to pay extra regardless?
this place previously responded to a review and said that they charge mandatory service fees, which go to their staff, because the customers often "forget" to tip them. I didn't read it until I came home so I feel kinda silly for essentially double tipping them. You have to go get your own water and return the dishes when you're done, so not too sure what I tipped them 7 bucks for. Overall, there was a big lack of transparency and communication, which felt a bit predatory.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Good vegan options, definitely transcends the genre while still harkening back to 1990s health food vibes. I enjoy a spot like this - reminds me of LA in the early 2000s. Very charming interiors and food. The total cost was a bit higher than I anticipated, though.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
The cafe smelled kind of weird. Like food had been left out. The door swung too freely and almost injured me. But most of all, I don't like how I have to leave a negative review to get these folks to finally reply to my email.
Atmosphere: 1
cute vegan lunch / breakfast spot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan
Good ambiance, good food, variety of options, friendly staff. Little on the expensive side. It took forever for me to get my food though.
I ordered at around 12:20/12:30, my food wasn’t even started until 12:56 (when I asked how much longer it would be because I was on my lunch break). The person who was making it said they were just starting it but that it would only be another 2 minutes. I found it a bit weird that I was waiting for so long for an item that didn’t require cooking, that was quick to make, and they didn’t even start making it until I almost had to leave. The person at the register apologized and said they put an extra donut in my bag to make up for it, but there was no extra donut :(
I would try it again, but maybe at a time where I have a casual 30 minutes to wait for food. Really wish I could give 5 stars though, the place was very cute and I love having vegan/vegetarian options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Donuts
Great food & atmosphere! A little pricey but will be back :)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such a cute place. Such yummy food. Amazing atmosphere. I was in Philly for a day and happened to randomly find this cafe and I’m so happy I did. I can’t wait to come back. The vegan ham sandwich is amaaaazing & the lady was so sweet. I’m bringing my friends next time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad
I loved stopping by here after taking the Flixbus. Perfect spot for a quick, refreshing bite and a smoothie! The person with curly hair was so nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was very happy with my sandwich which was a play on tuna salad with hummus. Friendly staff and nice space, would come back
Such a cute little shop love when my coffees are made by a bisexual with an apron. Will come back when im back in philly :3
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Waited 25 minutes to get my food and almost missed my bus. They only had one person cooking August 3, 2024. I had to leave before I missed my bus. I’m extremely pissed. I got there 1151
Philly has amazing Vegan spots, but I just don’t get what’s going on here. They added a service fee so everything feels about 25 percent more than what’s stated on the menus but you just have to guess, and they definitely still give you the option to tip on the iPad so it’s very confusing. Maybe just change your prices? I get things cost more now, but it doesn’t seem transparent at all. The pho was just really bad and you should probably take that off the menu. I’m almost never disappointed when I go out. I wanna take the review down but really this place can do better it’s so nice inside and I really don’t wanna bash a vegan business but I also don’t want this to be peoples experience with trying a plant based place. On your menu the prices just aren’t even close to what you pay before tip and there are some things you really don’t need to be adding on there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
This place hit the spot. Was craving something healthy so I stopped in on a whim. It had a cute hippie vibe and we ordered 2 wraps and 2 smoothies. Somehow our total was $56 which was a little pricey for lunch, but when the food came out I immediately got over the price. The presentation was immaculate! The smoothie was so refreshing and the wrap was filling and I left feeling full but not stuffed in the best way. I will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Super Veggie Wrap
This is how much hummus I got for $8.50 pre tax and tip
(It’s a 2 oz container — the kind used for salad dressing on a small side salad)
Cute little local place with a wide range of hot and cold options. I like the wraps. Only downside I’ve found is that getting wraps to go isn’t very practical as they cut them into rounds and serve them flat in a plastic box which isn’t that practical (or very eco-friendly). It’d be great to serve the wraps just wrapped like a burrito so they are easier for on-the-go ?
Vegetarian options: All vegan.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Super Veggie Wrap
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