Café Walnut

This is my go to coffee shop when I’m in the area and I really need a cafe that I know I will find seating in. The upstairs seating area is big and I’ve never had trouble getting a table, despite the fact they do seem to be popular. You have to enter through downstairs (which is technically the basement level) to order there, then go up! The food and coffee is great, and they have pretty unique flavors for their lattes sometimes. The atmosphere is very relaxed and homey, and it’s always clean and well kept.

I recently went to this cafe for the first time, and I wasn't expecting it to be so spacious with two level floors. I have to give a shoutout to Chris for being such a friendly and welcoming barista. I ended up grabbing a chai latte and a house-made Onigiri, which was a good combo that made my day. I'll definitely come back soon :D!

The Korean fusion bulgogi bagel here is absolutely delicious—flavorful and perfectly heated. Definitely worth trying! However, I have to take off one star for the iced latte. The coffee with milk was overly bitter, lacking aroma, and unfortunately so unpleasant that we couldn’t finish it and had to throw it away. I wouldn’t recommend ordering the coffee here, but the bagel is a must-try!

I came here on recommendation after a doctors appointment nearby—had the spicy pork breakfast sandwich and might be the best breakfast sandwich I’ve had in the city. I will definitely be returning next time I’m in the neighborhood!!

Stopped in after a doctor's appointment to grab some breakfast. It's easy to walk by the place and not realize it's there. The service was slow but friendly. They have a really nice seating area upstairs. Lots of sun and artwork. I had a toffee nut latte which was disappointing. The espresso was burned and the latte didn't have much flavor. The bagel sandwich on the otherhand was delicious! A nice soft everything bagel with real egg and sausage. Very tasty. I will probably try it again at some point to give the coffee another shot.

What a find! The irregular steps to the basement leads to a cozy cafe space and bright eating area upstairs. Don’t miss the board of photos of local dog friends! 😍 Had breakfast, but would like to come back for the lunch menu.

I make an hour long trip every weekend to Café Walnut just for their matcha lattes: I literally haven’t found a matcha that is better than theirs, it’s the perfect level of sweetness and flavor. Everyone here is really welcoming and friendly, the ambiance is really great and good for work/ studying, and the food is so so good too! I recommend the BB salad as well 😊 Def worth a try?

Staff was very friendly, the upstairs seating area was amazing. Very cute and retro. I got the bagel with bulgogi and the misugaru. The drink is like an acquired taste, would definitely recommend if you want something new and different.

My new favorite cafe in the city and my weekend morning routine. This cafe is truly a hidden gem and located directly across the street from Washington Square Park. The coffee and matcha lattes are 100%. I'm very picky with my drinks and they never mess it up. They also sell smoothies, but I haven't tried it yet. For food, I've only tried their bagel sandwiches. The spicy pork bulgogi/egg/cheese, and bulgogi/egg/cheese are both amazing! I wish the bulgogi had a stronger flavor, but overall delicious. Bagels aren't super dense. Well priced, delicious, friendly service and homey vibes! If you eat inside, they will bring the food to you. Upstairs there are a ton of outlets. They also recently made it on the Philadelphia cafe passport!

Affordable and cute cafe close to Washington Park. We came for late breakfast before walking around. The cafe is down a few stairs and then you order at the counter and can sit upstairs. There's also restrooms for customers upstairs. The service is super fast and the staff are very friendly! They gave my friends dog a pup cup! We got the bacon and cheese on crois

Finally tried the breakfast sandwiches I kept seeing all over social media. I got the spicy pork, egg, and cheese on an onion bagel. Really good, the marinade on the spicy pork was delicious! I need to come back to try the bulgogi one.

Their bulgogi egg and cheese bagel and red bean mochi were delish! Also owned by family of Central high school graduates. Quick and friendly service. Plenty of seating upstairs. Nice, quiet and clean environment.

We came here after we discovered how lame our continental breakfast was at the hotel we stayed at, and also wanted to try some drip coffee elsewhere. If you aren't from the area, the coffee shop is a bit hard to find. It is situated between older buildings and has a short and narrow downstairs entry. We entered in the obvious entry, but they have the obvious entry as their exit? I believe this entry one way and exit another is a remnant from Pandemic days. The inside was a bit bigger than imagined. As mentioned, the entry was a bit off, but when we asked if there was an upstairs, we found the sitting area to be large. The seats are not the most comfy to sit at for a long period if you have a laptop and want to work or study. The staff were very kind and helpful with answering questions we had. They had some sort of pecan dumpling that we tried but didn't like. I'd pass on it next time. The coffee was fresh and decent, but I do want to make a note here about Philadelphia coffee, and that is, it has some dusty French roast style flavor to it. I like my drip coffee full-bodied but with hints of nuts and/or fruit in it. This coffee shop and a couple of others, plus the hotels, all seemed to have that darkly burnt flavor. This coffee experience made me look forward to returning home for great coffee. As I mentioned how we came here for breakfast refuel, we were delighted with the fresh and not greasy sausage, egg, and (gooey) cheese croissant breakfast sandwich we ordered. It hit the spot and prepared us for walking Philly streets that day.

What a lovely spot! I loved how bright and airy the upstairs seating area was. There was a great playlist playing which was at a good volume. My iced latte was quite tasty and my breakfast sandwich with pork was great. The bathroom was very clean which is a small but notable plus.

Some of the best breakfast sandwiches i've ever had, and their cold brew is delicious! I have come twice in the last three days. First time I just had an egg and cheese on a plain bagel with a black cold brew, safe options if you've never been somewhere before. Today I got the bulgogi egg and cheese and... mind blowing. So hot and flavorful and the bagels are chewy and soft. I wish this cafe could come back to Virginia Beach with me. Definitely going to become a staple for me since I am in Philly a lot!!

One of my favorite cafes to study at in Philly. The coffee is good and there's lots of flavored syrups to choose from. I especially love the bulgogi egg and cheese sandwich if I'm getting food there. There's lots of seating upstairs with lots of outlets.

I really enjoyed my experience here at Cafe Walnut. The outside of the store seems pretty unassuming ( I can see why people may have had trouble finding the store, but I didn't have any issues myself). You order downstairs, and there is a pretty spacious seating area upstairs. I liked the area a lot and found it comfortable and good to work in. I also enjoyed the latte I got. The staff was friendly! I was intrigued by their smoothies and sandwiches so the next time I come by here I'll definitely give those a try.

The greatest low key cafe ever! Chris and Ashley were so welcoming. We weren't sure what to order and Chris made all three of us personalized drinks that were so tasty- an iced coffee with peach tea, a take on a mango lassi (with chai), and a matcha with strawberry cold foam?, everything was sooo good and the spicy pork and bulgogi breakfast sandwiches (croissants) were SO delectable.

Stopped by this cute little walk down cafe to grab a quick breakfast near my site visit. What a great hole in the wall! I was greeted enthusiastically by their sweet staff and they helped explain some of the seasonal drinks and pick out their pastry recommendations. Grabbed a misugaru latte and combined it with a tasty piece of moist and fresh lemon blueberry loaf cake. A perfect sweet (but not too sweet) treat in the morning. I prefer cafes like this where I can talk to staff and build a relationship as members of the community. They're so important to keeping our neighborhoods strong!

Cafe Walnut is truly a wonderful hidden gem! I stumbled upon this cafe for lunch and enjoyed it very much! It incorporates Korean flavors with American breakfast and lunch sandwiches! For example, it'll use bulgogi or spicy pork instead of a breakfast sausage or lunch meat in a sandwich (which is a better option). They also do bibimbap bowls as well which I'll have to get next time! I ordered a bulgogi breakfast sandwich on a sesame bun and a bulgogi lunch sandwich on a croissant. Both were very good especially for the price! The bulgogi has a subtle bulgogi flavor. When I ordered the breakfast sandwich, the cheese, egg, and bagel masked the flavor of the bulgogi. I wish the bulgogi had a stronger flavor. Regardless, it's still one of the best sandwiches I've had in Philly! I will definitely be back. The cafe has plenty of seating! It has large ceilings and windows to make the space feel open. The decorated the cafe with art and Korean furnishing which makes the cafe a cool place to study. The employees taking my order were polite and they all seemed like they enjoyed working together. I will definitely be back to try more things on the menu!

Korean style coffee shop with Korean razzle dazzle in their foods. Overall decent coffee shop. It has adequate amount of seating upstairs for small groups. I came here to study. It's not my ideal place to study since the music was kinda loud but if you bring noise cancelling headphones it could be a decent study cafe. The AC wasn't really working that well the day I went but I was okay. Food: I ordered a caramel iced coffee and a bagel with butter. Both were okay, I wasn't a big fan of the caramel here and the bagel was also just okay. I've heard good things about their bulgogi bagel though Service: staff was friendly and they knew some customers by name which was nice

A nice little cafe near Washington Square. Korean and American breakfast/lunch food. Bulgogi, egg, and cheese--about as close to getting a Philly cheesesteak for breakfast, without actually getting a cheesesteak for breakfast. $0.60 credit card fee, which is mentioned on a sign at the register. Biggest downside: their storefront is confusing. They have two entrances. You wouldn't know it by looking at it, but you're supposed to use the basement entrance to get to the ordering area.

Yuzu tea was really good! Not too sweet Spicy tuna onigari $4 was a nice snack. You can taste the tuna and not just a bunch of rice Red bean mochi $2.5 was soft and chewy. Would get again Also got a cream cheese toasted onion bagel There is a $.60 credit card fee

Such a great find! The bulgogi lunch sandwich was delicious and pretty filling. And my matcha latte was chefs kiss. I stayed here for almost 4 hours with my friends just eating, drinking, and getting work done. Has a nice, cozy atmosphere!

some of their tables are wobbly but overall good place to hangout. A small amount of seating and a few outlets. misugaru latte is super yum. Food also is good from the few items I've had so far Hard to find and accessibility is poor with the stairs down and up.

A gloomy day in Philly, I decided to visit Cafe Walnut to crank out some work and enjoy the view of Washington Square. Their upstairs loft is spacious and holds a lot of seating. Ample outlets are available throughout, and the place can get quite busy around mealtimes. I ordered the misugaru latte, which is definitely an acquired taste. A popular, protein-rich meal replacement in Korea, I decided to give the drink a shot, and I was intrigued. It's not something I would necessarily order again, but it was nice to try. It has a grainy, nutty flavor and is incredibly filling. I ordered the 16-oz, and I didn't even finish halfway before the satiety kicked in. A great place to work/study, and I can't believe I didn't check out this place to do so sooner. The music played in the store is catchy, classic Indie, so it can be somewhat easy to become distracted (a few other people in the cafe were humming/singing along quietly as they were working).

The matcha iced lattes are so good! The sandwiches are delicious, and the service is quick. The setting is really nice with cute decor and enough seats upstairs so I can always find a seat.

Cafe Walnut has to be my absolute favorite spot in the city. Great breakfast sandwiches, great coffee, great service, and a great place to sit down to chat or study.

Yummy place near Washington Square. The service is great and there is an upstairs seating area with big windows. Lovely vibes, would recommend stopping by for a sweet drink and some food!

The people working behind the coffee bar are very nice, and they make a pretty solid flat white. But, it's impossible to actually figure out how to get into this place, and it is so quiet I feel like if I breathe too loud people might look at me weirdly. The seating upstairs is pretty cool though, and I'm sure it's more self-conscious me than anything else that I feel way too old and unhip to be actually hanging out here. Might be the right vibe for you, but not for me.

I might not have noticed this place, as it is on the lower level of the building. A Too Good to Go offer brought me in, and I'm so glad I know it is here. It's the only cafe I've seen that offers misugaru, a grain-based breakfast drink. Since I'd only ever had it from the instant packets that a friend shared with me, I had to give that a try. They've got breakfast sandwiches with bibimbap that I need to go back to try. And the dalgona coffee, too. They use local La Colombe and Caphê coffees and Philly muffins. Great local business!

Went in for brekkie and was pleasantly surprised. I got their iced americano and bulgogi breakfast sandwich. The iced Americano was okay - but coffees are usually a hit or miss so I'm not too stuck on that. Their bulgogi sandwich though ‍ I got it on a croissant and the sweet/savory bulgogi with the egg and softness of the croissant is just perfection. Will be going here more often!

My partner and I stopped by Cafe Walnut and really enjoyed our little pit stop for a snack here. The interior is way bigger than you would expect on the outside, you order your food and drinks downstairs and then can take it all upstairs to the spacious seating area to enjoy. I really wanted to try their samgak gimbap, so we got one of each of their two remaining flavors (they sell a limited amount a day and when they're sold out, they're sold out for that day) and it was absolutely heaven. The filling (we got tuna and chicken if I remember correctly) was so incredibly good!! Sometimes with samgak gimbap (onigiri) the filling can be a little sparse, but that was definitely not the issue here. Every bite was enjoyable. We also got drinks (I got a smoothie and my partner got a matcha drink) and they really hit the spot. Would absolutely recommend, it's a perfect spot to hang out with a friend, enjoy the amazing art upstairs and have a delicious snack and other refreshments and will absolutely be back.

Such a cute little homey coffee and food place in the city. Got a warm comfortable feel to it. The service is so nice and friendly. It's a little tucked in and may be easy to miss if you're just walking around. But I'd hope to be back soon. Looks like a great spot to work or study too and have some healthy food and good coffee.

4 things you want in your go-to coffee shop: good space, good people, good drinks, and good breakfast sandos. This place checks all the boxes--I'm so glad I found this place, it'll be a staple of my mornings from now on! Try the Bulgogi Egg & Cheese and the Iced Taro Matcha!

Small korean-american cafe. Located on walnut street across from washington square park, this little cafe is easy to miss since the entrance is tucked underneath a building. Take the staircase downstairs into this unassuming cafe and you'll be greeted with a warm welcome by the staff. Best chai latte in the city. Sandwiches are a little small but the price is fair and tastes pretty good. Had the pork sandwich on a croissant. Ample seating upstairs which is nice to get work done.

Love this place so much I want ppl to stop coming here and crowding it. Great place to do work. Cafe at the bottom cafe at the top. The entrance is basement like and you have to take steps down from the street to the entrance. the food is delicious but the 1 star away goes to the coffee. If they made better coffee they would get a 5 but they don't.

I've walked by this street so many times, and can't believe i've never run into this beautiful little cafe! there's actually been a change in ownership, and the new owners (a sibling trio) are so kind and inviting. the food: we got two sandwiches, biscotti, and macaroons. the bulgogi sandwich is amazing! the meat is really tender and i love pairing it with the english muffin: it's locally sourced from philly and has an awesome, chewy texture. the breakfast sandwich was solid as well! drinks: oh my gosh guys get the COLD BREW! it's not as strong as other brews, but has just the right, light taste that isn't overbearing. plus the texture is SO smooth! i also had the honey lemon iced tea - wow. the honey is super fragrant and pairs so well with the lemon, not too sweet or too tart. a friend also had dalgona, which can also be served with different flavors - she got the mocha and it was super yum! space: make sure you check out the upstairs space. beautifully and naturally lit with awesome park views.

Lovely little cafe my friends and I stumbled upon, on a Sunday morning! We all ordered breakfast bagels/croissants, all were yummy. The upstairs seating area is super cozy and inviting space.

Wow wow wow 10/10 HIGHLY must go. The drinks are phenomenal. First time there and Ashley the barista made me what she recommended and it was super refreshing. I went to their Instagram @cafe.walnut and found it was a secret menu item! I will choose them over boba tea or Starbucks any day. What a cute little cafe. Loved the cozy atmosphere and such spacious occupancy on the second floor. The place is decorated with some really neat artwork as well. Lots of delicious treats to choose from too. But the drinks...THE DRINKS!!! Get any or all of them. Had to go back and order more for their Instagram suggestions. They have some of the prettiest drinks I've ever tried.

Staff are friendly, they always say good morning and are helpful if you have any questions with the menu. The breakfast sandwiches (specifically the Bulgogi, Egg, and Cheese - probably one of the top in Philly) are really good. The sitting area upstairs is very pleasant. Would recommend Cafe Walnut to anyone.

Had their bibim salad and it was great! Super nutritious, light, and flavorful. The upstairs has good cafe/study vibes

Fantastic Korean inspired cafe joint. Cozy interior, friendly staff. Highly recommend BB salad with bulgogi.

Asian fusion flavors. We a BB salad with tofu which was good and a croissant ham and cheese sandwich. Great service, take allergies seriously.

I only grabbed a few items to-go when I was here, but the cafe seemed spacious, the service was friendly, and everything I got was good. Amidst other bougie Washington Square establishments, Walnut Cafe seems like the place for locals.

The matcha here was so good that I went back and ordered a second one before I left! I would say it's some of the best matcha I've ever had. I also ordered a croissant sandwich, which was also amazing. Additionally, there's abundant seating and it has a great vibe. I also love the inclusion of Korean food into the traditional American cafe. The main problem here was the condition of the cafe itself. The service was good and quick, but they only had two people working at prime lunch rush (1pm on a Friday), with one person on food prep and the other on taking orders and making drinks. The poor staff member taking the drinks seemed so stressed and overwhelmed. My table was super sticky. It didn't seem like it was just that day that had made it sticky, it literally felt like whatever was making it sticky was caked onto the table. I had to go ask for a wipe to wipe it down, and was only provided with a wet paper towel that barely helped. There was water dripping from the ceiling (into a bucket) and the bathroom was out of order as well. The napkins were severely under stocked. Overall, the food and drinks were amazing and it has a great ambiance, but it seriously could benefit from better management and more employees. I would consider going again, but would prioritize takeout rather than staying.

Can't believe I haven't visited this cafe before! Cafe Walnut is a cute little Korean run coffee shop with delicious drinks and food. I got a iced Chai tea latte with almond milk and toffee nut syrup added into it. They have a wide variety of syrups to choose from! I tried their homemade kimchi and tuna salad sandwich with Swiss cheese and oh my god it was good. I'm a picky eater and tuna salad is easy to mess up, so I'm super impressed with how well it was made. Their homemade kimchi is well fermented and spicy enough to make your tongue tingle, but not overwhelming. They also offer vegan kimchi! So happy with my experience, just make sure you come in through the downstairs entrance!

Literally the cutest place ever !! Just walk down the stairs and you're in the coziest cafe ever. The owners are so sweet, the food is amazing, and the ambience is perfect. Awesome place to study in too ! Will be coming back again :)

Decent chicken salad sandwich, but the place is really dirty. Sat at a small table downstairs in their basement shop. The cracks in the red paint were black with grime and lack of strong cleanser for too long. Same for the floor and back shelves and undercounted storage space. Need to do better and care more, even if never inspected by L & I.

This was my favorite place I went during my whole trip to Philadelphia. Literally everything tastes good and their coffee is really yummy. They were so sweet too. It looks so beautiful inside, please go to this cafe!!

It's nice and cozy inside, you enter downstairs and they have seats down there with more upstairs too. I got the Bulgogi Egg and Cheese on a plain bagel which was absolutely delicious and I plan on getting it again someday. Also there's a service charge for credit cards so it's a little cheaper if you just use cash! Highly recommended!

I love Cafe Walnut! It's in a great spot on Washington Square. You enter below sidewalk level and sit either in the small cafe area or upstairs in an open space. They have samples of my favorite...a waffley walnutty faux-Walnut goodness! Try to resist these! Their drinks are lovely, especially the red velvet latte. They have good chai lattes as well. Oh and try the smoothies! The staff is super nice and always welcoming. With an order to stay or to go, solo or with freinds, Cafe Walnut is one of my favorites.

Visited for lunch yesterday and it was so good I went back today! Their customer service is amazing, and so is their food. Very reasonably priced as well. Highly recommend!

Such a quaint little coffee shop located walking distance from Independence Hall. Service was quick and efficient, and the barista was so patient with our questions. Coffee was great - I had an iced latte with butter pecan syrup. Side note: Not the best coffee shop for those looking for something Instagrammable. Barista said they had a sign out front before, but a recent storm took it out.

One of my favorite cafes in Center City! They have a bunch of cool secret menu items in their Instagram which have been fun to try. Lots of different flavors of syrups to customize drinks with. Also a great place to study: nice upstairs seating area and free wifi. Definitely will be back for future study sessions.

Lovely staff. Delicious food, tea, and coffee. 100% recommend this little hole in the wall. Food and coffee is made with care and brought to you buy kind hearted people.

Went in with my friend and ordered a latte and matcha drink. Friendly staff, quick service, and excellent drinks. Cafe was cute with seating upstairs and places to study