High Street Bakery

⭐️ delicious hidden gem! must try 🎉 what we got: ⭐️ rum raisin snail (our favorite!!) - matcha “croissant” (the most beautiful, flakey crust in a nontraditional croissant form) - croissant (gorgeous honeycomb crumb) After trying the amazing pizza at High Street (dough made fresh daily!), I was fortunate enough to stop in for some sweet treats. Tucked away, it was almost easy to walk by with the door being so unassuming but once you step inside, you’re greeted with the smell of fresh baked goods, yum!! The display was gorgeous and I can’t wait to go back and try the bread and the recommended crowd favorite: kouign amann.

I absolutely love it here. Great breads, reasonable prices for such high quality. The woman working at the counter is always so sweet! Dare I say, the best croissant in Philadelphia? I Pavlov’d myself into grabbing a loaf or a treat everytime I need to go to Jefferson. So glad this spot it close by!

Great coffee and customer service, pastries and muffins are amazing!!!!! Coffee is legit and organic from Lancaster, PA!

First, I definitely want to give this place another shot, but my first visit was disappointing. I tried their almond and raisin pastry while waiting for my breakfast sandwich. It was a very humid day, which does make pastries lose their crisp. It was also around 9:30am so they’d probably been sitting out for a few hours at least. Given the circumstances, I can forgive the slightly stale texture. My bigger complaint is the minimal filling and lack of flavor. There were about 4 raisins and maybe a tablespoon of almond paste. My “Forager” sandwich with Swiss,, kale, and mushrooms was ready in about 5 minutes. Unfortunately, I had to rush out for a meeting and didn’t get around to eating it until about 45 minutes later. By that time, the bottom bun had soaked through with moisture from the veggies. But the real issue was the flavor. The creamy dressing had a very sharp flavor, maybe tahini?, and there was too much of it. For me, it wasn’t a good match with the Swiss. The kale was chewy and in big chunks that made for difficult eating. Folks rave about their breads so I may go back for lunch sometime, but this particular visit was a let down.

Great take-away bakery. I had an exemplary focaccia and possibly the best raisin bun I've ever had---and I've lived in Europe for years-- tasted like there was almond paste in the dough

Amazing freshly baked bread loaves, probably among the very best in Center City. My go-to spot for fresh bread. Decent selection of French pastries as well.

Had a medical appointment at near by Jefferson Health and was surprised to find this small bakery with excellent home made goods ranging from fresh baked artisan bread loaves to croissants and decadent pastries. My favorite purchase was the pecan bar which was made with browned butter - you can absolutely taste the care and effort that went into creating this pastry! Really amazing little bakery / coffee shop worth visiting if you’re in the area.

Great pastries the cinnamon bun out of this world. The Dutch baby, good coffee

Excellent service and the best rueben sandwich that I've ever had! We will be back. Highly recommend!

I had a wonderful time at High Street! It's a fantastic addition to the neighborhood, bringing a modern touch to this corner. The atmosphere is beautiful and inviting, perfect for any occasion. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. The guy. The food was outstanding--fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. The friendly staff made the experience even better with their warm and attentive service. I'm already looking forward to coming back soon, especially to try their dinners. Highly recommend checking it out!

I'm always looking for a spot to convince me to enjoy a brunch menu. Ultimately, this spot did not do that. The menu itself seems pretty diverse but as I was looking at it, there was not so much I was interested in. We ultimately went with the Dutch baby and the Caesar salad. Started off with the Kouign amann, which was lovely. Flaky, good amount of sesame cream. Aesthetically pleasing. We were torn between this and a donut and at the advice of the waitress got this, to our advantage. The Dutch baby we got because it looked good when someone else did. This was a miss, for sure. The outside was flaky where I feel like it could've been crispy. But the real problem lay in the middle, which was far too eggy (the dough, not the actual egg). The best ingredient was the mushroom, which couldn't really save this dish in the end. And it was physically difficult to eat. The Caesar salad was nice. There is a LOT going on in it, though. Seeds, cheese, crouton. Very busy salad. What bothered me the most about this are two things: 1) it's hard to justify a Caesar salad without meat that is $17 and then to ask for $6 more to add meat and 2) when we asked why the chicken had to be fried (don't get me wrong the fried chicken was actually really tasty) and why it couldn't be grilled, we were given a kind of shrug answer (who wants a default fried chicken Caesar salad?). The experience itself was also not the greatest. The food itself took a strangely long time. I imagine it was the Dutch baby as it probably didn't take 40 minutes to make a Caesar salad. We sat at one of the high tops and this may be because I'm on the taller side, but the stools are either too tall or the table is too low, as it was weirdly uncomfortable how much I had to bend over to eat the food. Ultimately, this place is surrounded by other brunch options and it's so hard to find parking in the area that I wish we had just gone somewhere else.

It's a nice place. Friendly welcome upon arrival. Busy during weekday lunch but was seated right away. Service was great! Very helpful and knowledgeable of the menu. Frequent water refills. I ordered the Jersey tomato and mozzarella pizza. It was amazing. 12 in, 6 pieces. Since I never eat the crusts, I don't feel bad eating every slice. The crust was super thick so I was nervous at first sight. The actual pizza was the thinnest, crispiest, most delicious pizza I've had in a while. The sauce was thick and sweet, which I loved. The balance of sauce and cheese was perfect. Although there was fresh basil, there weren't many other seasonings. I thoroughly enjoyed it though. It was a quick lunch but I can't wait to go back and try more items.

Casual and Cute American restaurant with fresh ingredient dishes. I've been here several times and depending on when you come can be hit or miss. However, dinner here is better than lunch. 100% get the spaccatelli, it's sooo good--the best dish on the dinner menu! Service was good, nothing to critique there. Good for a casual lunch/dinner with friends or to grab a bit during your lunch break --good portion sizes.

Seating wasn't great very uncomfortable. Food is pricey and nothing special very disappointed They make you must pay 20% service fees....

Atmosphere is very pretty Coffee was good Menu not very large and the food only so so if that All bland and had to send one thing back as it wasn't cooked right Seemed a bit unorganized We didn't finish anything Wasn't worth the calories ****TAKE NOTE***** it says on the menu 20% service charge added to every bill and that is NOT the gratuity!! Basically you are paying 20% more than the menu price Wth is that!!!

We popped in here during a slow holiday weekend and grabbed seats at the bar. It was hard to flag down a server/bartender but eventually we did. We ordered 2 breakfast croissants with ham. They arrived quickly but without the ham :-( Then we had trouble agin flagging down someone to help us get the ham we ordered. They acted somewhat annoyed when we told them we didn't want them to remake the sandwiches (I do not like wasting food!) and Instead bring the ham out as a side and we could put it on the sandwich. It took just as long for them to bring out the ham as it did for them to make the sandwich which felt odd. The sandwiches were incredible and I would give the food 5 stars but the service was good awful. Maybe because it was a holiday weekend... so don't go unless you have over an hour to dine. It's slow.

Pork chop was tender and flavorful Squid ink pasta texture was good and I enjoyed it! My husband thought the flavor of the seafood was more fishy and tougher than he would have liked, but we did just come back from Croatia so it's tough to compare the seafood from the Mediterranean!

This place is super cute with good food. We were gluttonous and ordered 2 pizzas, bread, fries, Cesar salad and the Ruben. All was really good but the service was slow and we had to keep asking for things.

High Street is a beautiful restaurant located at the Franklin Residences. They also have a small cafe that offers pastry, coffee, sandwiches and snacks. I love, love, love the Cardamom buns and fresh baked breads at the cafe but dinners have been hit or miss. They also have a Happy 1.5 Hour that's a good deal. Sit at the bar and have a personal pizza with a glass of wine. Service can be a bit spotty. 3 stars!

Amazing fried chicken sandwiches on what had to be homemade bread. The chicken had a perfect crunchy breading that was similar to schnitzel. We were in love. Their homemade dressing was finger licking yummy. The other item we'd say not to skip is their kale Caesar salad. Honestly, one of the best kale Caesar's I've ever had. Service and ambiance are delightful. It has a cool modern cafe vibe which made it the perfect elevated sandwich spot for us. Would absolutely come back!

Came here to celebrate a birthday! To start we had the 4 pastry selection. The table enjoyed the pastries. There was a mix of savory and sweet to select from. For the main brunch entrees I had the Dutch baby which was piping hot and was served in a cast iron pan. The Dutch baby was slightly sweet and paired well with the maple syrup it came with. My table mates had the baked eggs and the crab toast. They both loved their dishes. The service was excellent our waiter attended to our needs. The restaurant was set in a hotel that included nice art and a view into the bakery where all bread was baked fresh

Beautiful and elegant setting with delicious food and cocktails. Service could have been more attentive, nevertheless, great spot!

We hadn't been to High Street since it was back on Market Street, and honestly felt that the new location brought a new level of energy and appeal. A fun spot to grab dinner and drinks in the city. There atmosphere here is just a total catch. They've got a great music playlist, and both beautiful and comfortable decor, that blends modern and rich details. If you aren't immediately captivated by their beautiful bar, it won't be long until your nose drags you in the direction of their fresh baked bread/pastries. We were a party of 4, and had no issues just filling our table with appetizers. Their menu boasts a great variety of both meat-eating and vegetarian options. From creative salads, to handhelds...each dish was prepared thoughtfully and packed a ton of flavor. Now, I am no leaving here with any impression of there being a "best bite in the city," but the execution was solid and consistent. You can tell they carefully curate the menu and ingredients. Our waitress was also very nice nice, and helped guide us through portioning with the amount we ordered. I can't forget to mention, we really enjoyed our drinks. It was a cold, snowy night, and they have hot-toddy's that just slap! I definitely want to go back here to try their hoagies or brunch, but if you catch yourself with an empty belly, walking by High Street, definitely pop in and try it out!

The food was delicious. The bread and butter is a must try. I had squash pizza and meatball appetizer which were both wonderful. The service was friendly and attentive and the restaurant was comfortable and nicely decorated.

Stopped by for brunch. Chicories salad was good, though heavily dressed so maybe ask them to go lightly. Pizzas are fab- loved the red sauce on the jersey tomato. The burrata and green tomato was tasty, too, with a generous amount of toppings, though I didn't notice any lemon verbena. Nice choice with friends who like to share.

First visit to the newly renovated & expanded 9th street location. The space is sunny, bright & lively along with the attentive & friendly staff. It is nice to also see the open view of the bakery & kitchen making for an even more inviting feeling. The dishes are inventive in creation, substantial in portion size, and do not disappoint in flavor. We look forward to returning & trying other options from the menu as much looked appealing.

The atmosphere has an old country charm to it. Our server was very polite and informative. We had a margarita pizza and the pulled pork sandwich. They were delicious.

I ordered a cocktail (no questions please) and it's delicious!! There was a 20 minute wait for a table, so I went to the bar for drinks. The lighting and place was beautiful. It wasn't too loud so I was able to talk to my date while waiting for a table. The bartender was funny and knowledgeable about the menu. I had the margarita pizza and lamb meatballs. These were so delicious. I added grilled hot peppers to the pizza and it added a nice slice to it.

Love High Street Philadelphia's new space on 9th Street: plenty of clean lines and light due to its corner location! Also love that reservations are now available--so much easier to book a business lunch for a small group! We were hoping for the ricotta bread board, but were satisfied with our starting nibbles, sharing a maple scone and an apple galette--such lovely, crumbly pastry and well-seasoned apples! Everyone enjoyed their lunch: we ranged from the grilled happy valley burger (vermont cheddar, b&b pickles, grilled onion, dijon aioli, fries) to the tahini kale caesar (baguette croutons, toasted seeds, parmesan, add grilled chicken). I enjoyed the pastrami reuben (sauerkraut, Russian dressing, gruyere), which came with half a hard-boiled egg dyed purple like the sauerkraut--a nice visual touch. The other menu item ordered and enjoyed was the olive-oil poached tuna salad (little gem, olives, hard boiled egg, potato, roasted peppers, dijon vinaigrette). Service was friendly--appreciated Ellen Yin stopping by to check in on us. Looking forward to my next meal at High Street Philadelphia (and, perhaps, a croissant and some more pastry!)!

We love the bakery, We are addicted to their baguettes and other breads I haven't gotten to the restaurant yet, but my husband who went there for business, likes it very much

Staff and atmosphere was amazing, but was really underwhelmed by the food. The roast chicken, schmaltzy toast, garlic confit jus, herb salad was particularly really disappointing. Chicken leg was the blandest chicken I've been served at a restaurant :( Really cute spot though. Nice atmosphere, beautiful building, a large window to look into the kitchen. I'd give this place another try though especially for brunch. I did enjoy the tomato, caper, breadcrumb salad and this fermented bean with cheese dish. The wait staff and host were extremely kind and happy to explain/recommend any dishes as well.

Perfect spot for brunch, lunch, dinner, anything really. I missed the old High Street on Market but they took everything about that classic restaurant and made it even better. The pizza is one of the best in Philly. Not sure why it is not on more lists. People have to stop waiting at Angelos and come here instead!

This was a delicious place for a weeknight walk in dinner on a freezing night in December! Great wine. Very nice staff. Food was also very fresh tasting- so good I wish the pizza had more squash and the salad a little more dressing you know?

I'm going to echo another yelp review who I feel was right on point. Very uncomfortable seating trying to maneuver dishes around a table the size of a postage stamp. The pizza we had was good but generally lacked in flavor. The chicken entree was good but again, trying to eat at the table was impossible. The food was good not great. Whenever I need to ask for salt and pepper I'm generally disappointed. And what's with the 20% automatic service fee? Our waiter Gregory was wonderful so he would have gotten a minimum of 20% without it being forced on us. Sorry for the not great review but there's some things that need attention.

I went to High Street Philadelphia for brunch. We didn't have reservations but they were able to accommodate us at the bar and seat us right away. However, I'd recommend going in with a reservation if you prefer an actual table. The restaurant has a very clean and modern look and the staff is very attentive and can offer good recommendations to their menu. We got their pastries to share. The pastries are very large and good, however, I would say they are a little on the dry side and too sweet. The cardamom roll was the best. My lower rating is that while this place has good food, the pricing is a little too high for what you get in my opinion. I'm glad I went but I don't think my experience was memorable enough to return.

Had an incredible brunch experience here... two days in a row. I went back because it was truly THAT good. This was my first time returning to the actual restaurant since they closed on market street, but I have been to their bakery two doors down dozens of times. This is some of the best fresh baked bread and pastries in the city. The new restaurant is stunning. We loved the open view of the bakery at work with large glass windows to peak in. We loved the private dining space. We loved the menu options, and our server was one of the most amiable staff members I've experienced. He made several recommendations and provided a complimentary pastry. The Dutch baby was perfectly cooked and flavored. The chicken hoagie was outstanding. Cannot wait to add this to my regular rotations!

Was looking for places on Yelp for a reben and found this place. Was nearby, so I stopped in and ordered the Reuben. I think this store occupied two places. A small store and next to it a restaurant. I stopped by earlier in the day, so the restaurant portion wasn't open yet. It was a two table small storefront with place to order and two refrigerator units with beverages. Reuben came out fast. It was plenty big and the bread was hot and crispy. However, the taste just wasn't there. It wasn't as flavorful, as I hoped for. It was just okay.

The menu gad good ideas and decent flavors but poorly executed. In particular the bean and feta situation had good flavor combos but the beans were just raw, the dish was overwhelmed with oil and I couldn't finish it. Pretty and clean place with good service though.

Got the roast pork sandwich and it was DELICIOUS! Everything about it was great -- from the seeded bun to the roasted pork (such big portions!) and the broccoli rabe. The bun lightly soaked up some of the roasted pork juice and it was just enough that it wasn't soggy. I would definitely be back! Their pastries looked good too.

Tiny little place with bomb flavors and freshly made sandwiches/pizzas/salads, also can't miss their daily baked goods! Cashiers are friendly and helpful to give recommendations if needed. Not your traditional deli, a bit on the healthy/trendy side, but still reasonably priced. Seasonal pizza and toasts are usually my go-to, freshly baked bread with tasty ingredients- where else would you get squash blossom pistachio pesto pizza (with sweet drop peppers)? Their scones and buns are also very popular. Not just regular blueberry or lemon flavor, they always add in some nice surprises :)

Had a good dinner here. Nice cozy (semi-hipsterish) vibe. Tried a few small plates/apps and they were the winners. The charred cabbage and brussel sprouts were standouts and excellent. The larger main dishes were fine but nothing too special. The pizza was very good though - right level of char and the combos worked great. Our pasta was unfortunately too salty and actually quite bad it was borderline inedible. One miss but the rest were solid to excellent. Service was fine. There's an automatic 20% service charge placed on the bill even for a small table for 4... and while they do quickly mention that when the bill is brought, it's a little unconventional and feels aggressive/presumptuous.

I have not been to High Street's brick & mortar location too often since they moved from their Old City location. Turns out I've been really missing out: their pastry game is incredible these days. I recently tried the cardamom bomb ($5.50), brioche dough coiled on itself in huge puff of cardamom-scented sugar, and a millet chocolate muffin ($4.50), which was super delicious and moist. Also, this is a really delayed thank you, but a couple years ago (right before the world shut down), I was really craving rugbrød and High Street was the only bakery I thought might be able to make it. I reached out to them and they actually made the loaf, and it was really well-executed and exactly what I wanted. It feels like High Street Bakery is still kind of a hidden gem - when I stopped by before work on a weekday morning, I was the only customer in the shop, though there was a good selection of breakfast pastries out on the counter. But with pastries this delicious, I fully expect the word to spread quickly!

Great ambiance and service. Food was very good too. Tried the Burrata pizza, Bibb salad and a spritz cocktail. Very attentive waiters who did not let my glass of water half empty for more than a minute! Professional and kind staff members.

We dine here all the time and this is the first time we have dined here for dinner and I must say dinner is excellent as well and each and every time the food and the beverage is excellent too! Ty guys. Many happy returns. See Adam for the ultimate and service.

I almost always visit High Street's bakery after my monthly-ish appointments across the street at Jefferson. It's such a lovely post-treatment treat! The staff is friendly and always willing to double check with the kitchen about allergens. All the sandwiches and pizzas I've had were delicious, and I've bought the impossibly-cronchy granola from multiple places, but the real stars are the pastries and bread. If there's an Anadama loaf on the shelf, I always, always snatch it up. I've searched for Anadama recipes but never found anything that looked half as good as High Street's. A slice of the daily focaccia makes for a perfect portable lunch and earns a punch on your bread loyalty card (bread loyalty card!!). The pastries...I don't even know where to begin. This also happens every time I stop by. It's so hard to choose between the creative, perfectly executed specials and the also creative, perfectly executed lineup of regulars. Sometimes I have to get two pastries because I *need* my chocolate millet muffin but can't resist the siren call of a rhubarb danish or a cherry buckwheat cookie. Admittedly, I was skeptical at first of the gluten-free millet muffin. I put off trying it because there were so many other enticing options to choose from. Since the first one, though, I've become a person who craves millet muffins. A lot. Don't make the same mistake. I haven't yet been to the new sit-down High Street next door, so I can't speak to what it's like there. I'm sure the food is amazing and the staff just as friendly. Until I get a chance to find out, I'm very happy stopping by the bakery whenever I'm around.

OMG, a great takeout lunch spot. I had to serve for jury duty. This place was really close to the courthouse. The pastrami Reuben was delicious!! I wanted to grab another to take home but sadly, my days of jury duty were cut short. It was nice to sit outside on a spring day and enjoy this yummy sandwich.

The food and ambiance were amazing, the service was a major let down. Our server was awkward (maybe new)... or just an off day?

As a Jefferson employee, we are always looking for good food on campus. I read the reviews for High Street, and decided to give them a try today. I was looking forward to my Niçoise salad I had read about online. I went to the cafe for pick up, and placed my order. I was not expecting the salad to be pre-made and sitting in their refrigerator. This would not have been so bad if their employee had been remotely nice to me. As a first time customer, I asked if they were doing well since they opened. The harried staff member said yes, he had a ton of orders in the back. Barely giving me the time of day. I asked about some of the baked products available, and ordered two cookies and cardamom bombs. He checked me out throwing everything in one bag, not even saying thank you or good bye. When I got back to the hospital, I noticed I only received one cardamom bomb, despite repeatedly asking for two. I do not have time to go back and get the second one, and doubt he would apologize for the error. Hopefully they get more help, that know how to treat people!

We chose this quaint little spot for our annual cousins dinner and they were able to accommodate a group of ten of us. Drinks were delightful, and well crafted. The decoration was great, fresh green plants, good lighting, and enjoyable music. We started with a couple group shareables, Ricotta and Steak Tartare, both were exceptional the cheese and bread were paired with wonderful veggies and the steak had a hint of horseradish. Our meals included the burgers, Ruebens, pizzas and squid, all were fantastic! The only small miss, then menu said they had bakery items, but they didn't? But not docking a star for that, definitely worth a visit!

Bartender was super nice. He's a gem. The open kitchen is cool. Braised Chicken Rigatoni.

We had been fans of High Street on Market and was sorry when it closed. So, we were thrilled when we read in the Inquirer that High Street had reopened! My husband and I celebrated his birthday there this evening. First, our server was the best. Super knowledgeable about the food. Had on-target recommendations about food, drinks, and desserts. And, just the nicest and attentive server. Thank you, Rebecca--we hope we'll see you there again soon! We started with the warm olives and bread. Those warm olives were delicious. Mellow. And paired with the bread was even better. The leftover oil from the olives was great on the bread...just a tip. The brussels sprouts were done very nicely. Robust flavor with a kick of pepper. I had the rigatoni with brisket ragu--so hearty and flavorful. My husband had the semolina gnocchi which had a wonderfully light flavoring of sage--it was just right for this time of year. We ended the dinner with the donuts and cannoli. Did we need them? Nope. Did we love them? Yep. Oh, we both started with the Dil Gimlets. The dill was delicious!! We might make these our new signature drinks. Loved everything about our experience. We will be back for sure!!

Yummy, yummy, yummy! We really liked the margarita pizza, make sure to add long hots. Highly recommended.

Foods always good. Service even when shops empty is nasty, woman at cash register ignores you and then gives attitude when ringing you up for no reason despite pleasant approach. Could afford better bakery staff.

The new High Street is more of a to go café than a restaurant. I went there for lunch with a friend and we sat at one of only two tables inside, after placing our orders. There are a couple more tables outside. I ordered the Turkey Goddess, a turkey sandwich with b&g pepper aioli, lettuce, tomato, on a sesame bun. The aioli was outstanding and elevated the sandwich well beyond the normal dry turkey sandwich. It was sooo delicious! I'll definitely go back to order it again, as it's my new favorite turkey sandwich. I also added a slice of cake, which was so unmemorable that I can't remember what kind of cake I had. I forgot to take pictures. I can't give the new High Street 5 stars because it's not the same overall 5 star experience of the previous restaurant. But the turkey goddess is a 5 star sandwich.

Came here with my family from out of town. It was very mediocre. Apps were the star with the mussels and mushroom salad being good. Chicken entree was very dry and pizza while having good sauce was very charred. Beyond food the value is not good - pours on drinks were small and prices for the portion were not great. Service was subpar with us having to ask for things a few times and the plates being cleared before we were done

I was so hungry I did not take pictures! I saw this place while I was looking for breakfast after my Drs appointment and it was a couple of blocks away. The menu looked very interesting and the photos looked appetizing. It's a very small and quiet shop, they have refrigerated drinks, salads and sides and they service simply coffee. I was stuck between two sandwiches, the breakfast Reuben and the hickory town. I decided on the Reuben and some old bay potatoes, which came with an aioli. The potatoes were crispy and seasoned well. I got a lot of tiny pieces and very few large pieces of potato so that was my only complaint about them but they so give you a fair amount. The aioli was good. The Reuben to me was really good. I was full and still eating it because I wanted every bite. This is def a place that I would come to again and I would try the other sandwich for breakfast and see what else they have to offer.

Had overlooked this place for a while and seriously regret it now. Ordered two sandwiches for me and my girlfriend (High Street Hoagie, Turkey Goddess) and both were amazing. Bread was outstanding, lots of flavors, two thumbs up.