The Last Drop Coffee House

Stumbled across this place on a walk and loved walking in. The cafe has a homey ambience upstairs to sit and read/get work done, and the basement is a little spunkier to sit down and talk. They have a great bulletin board of unique/interesting upcoming events along with a small bookshelf in collaboration with Lot 49 Books. Did not get a chance to try their food, so I will have to go back! I am a little biased, as I’m not a fan of La Colombe roasters and it would be great to see a local roaster instead. Overall, staff was super friendly and I highly recommend if you’re in the area.

Cold brew is good and the place is old style and cozy. Cakes are pretty wrapped and in the fridge and the guy did not even asked to warm it. Carrot cake was super dry and crumbly

This coffee house began the saving of my Philadelphia experience. I was having a hard time, as a visitor, finding the city I needed to find. I'd been guided to Rittenhouse Square, can't think why. And everything was hot. Too hot. Too hot to enjoy wandering. So when I came across this place it was just what I needed. relaxed, comfortable, friendly service, not corporate. No one didn't want to be there. When I went in this door it gave me a chance to cool down, grab a coffee and begin to enjoy being in the city. It was the gateway to small restaurants, bookshops and more that was the Philadelphia I was looking for. I'm so glad I made the effort and, more to the point, I'm glad that they did too. It's just a neighbourhood joint - but that's exactly what a neighbourhood needs.

Nice local coffee house which opens early. Had there a coffee few times during my stay in Philly. Vintage authentic atmosphere and a small area in the basement. By supporting such unique local owned places you prevent them from being swallowed by Starbucks

Was stuck in Philly with my friend due to a delayed flight and was fortunate enough to find this gem! Coffee was amazing as well as the staff members. Gave us tons of great ideas of what to check out while in town and were extremely friendly! Atmosphere is so cool and beautiful. Lots of old looking pieces to the building and lots of art! Special thanks to Emerson and the other human on staff (so sorry I can't recall your name!) for making it a great part of our trip. Hope to return one day!

Just what you want in a neighborhood coffee shop. Fast excellent caffelatte and hot savory or sweet food. I had the Sofia sandwich, which was delicious and hot, and I asked for it on whole wheat which was excellent, although a microwave was used which made the toast soggy. (The reason for the loss of one star.) My wife's everything bagel with CC was crispy and hot. Small tables were handy as we readied to get picked up.

Open since the early 90s ,chill vibe. cool / dark basement and lots of different syrup flavor options. bathroom is full of mosaic - super close to lombard south train stop

Got the Vietnamese iced coffee. It was less than ok. Coffee beans that are stale have a very particular taste to me and unfortunately theirs was pretty stale. However they store their beans makes them stale. Prices were much lower than I expected. Atmosphere is decent no frills old school shop. Had the beans been good I think the drink would have been great.

Enjoyed a coffee (mocha) and biscotti (also chocolate) with some friends on a quiet Sunday afternoon. Service was quick, coffee and biscotti were tasty, and we were able to sit outside on the sidewalk at a bistro table. Note: bathroom is down a flight of stairs where there seemed to be more seating, though it's definitely dark and a bit grimier than upstairs.

We only enjoyed coffee here (no food) but it was delicious. The iced pistachio latte with oat milk was perfect - highly recommend! Would definitely return for a delicious drink in the future.

Best oat milk pistachio latte I have ever encountered. Oh mama. Cute space, lovely service.

I've gotten good coffee and pastries each time I've gone. I also like how I can get and egg sandwich at this shop if I need a more substantial breakfast than just a pastry. It's a solid stop in my rotation fo local coffee spots!

Double expresso with caramel flavor, decaf cappuccino with caramel sauce, lemon poppyseed and a chocolate chip zucchini bread ~$16 so I paid $20 kept the coins and rest as a tip. Firstly this definitely a no frills coffee shop. There's nothing prime except the location. Dry is a word that describes my experience including the bread. My expresso did not have caramel syrup but I'm not going to be the angry black personality. I just won't ever patronize this business. The man that made my beverage was not personable and I would almost ascertain that he was having a bad morning because it nearly 1pm. I get it but I'm not getting regular coffee like I've heard most customers order. Needless to say my cousins decaf cap for tasty and good could taste the caramel unlike mine. I can't water for her taste it and tell me how her bread tastes.

Cute little coffee shop that has an arty vibe. The staff, 2 baristas, were friendly enough, one smiled throughout the transaction while the other seemed a little less than thrilled to be interacting with people. I asked for recommendations as today, (5/5) was first time here. The smiling barista gladly recommended a matcha latte, whilst the other did not offer me a recommendation, but instead turned my attention to the drink menu by pointing toward it. I decided to order a simple black iced coffee and a lemon poppyseed muffin. The coffee was good as could be to my standards, as I'm not a heavy coffee drinker. The muffin, however, was egregious. It was extremely thick and almost had the same consistency as Play-Doh. Only took one bite before deciding to toss it. It's not apparent if they make the pastries and other baked goods in-house, or if they outsource them. I'm not sure if I would recommend due to the overall experience.

The interior is charming and the baked goods are good(!), but nothing else about Last Drop excels in a meaningful way. The barista raised her voice at me and gave off very bad, rude vibes. My iced americano had an extraordinary amount of ice -- like shockingly substantial. It was good, I guess? But there was hardly any of it! The rose pistachio cookie was exceptional, but it wasn't made in-house, so I can't give them all of the credit for that. Most devastatingly, not a single outlet works, so my plans to do work here were dashed. Overall: good for a certain vibe, but not if you have reasonable standards of kindness and quality.

Egg and cheese on a bagel was delicious fluffy and flavorful and great Vietnamese coffee!

I love the funky, artsy ambiance of this place. The cappuccino was great and the bagel with pickled veggies was a nice little easy breakfast. The people there were very nice. It's a good spot to grab coffee and breakfast and WFH for a bit.

I am honestly shocked this place is still in business. I've come in here a few times over the last four years and every single time the staff is unfriendly. The Yelp reviews confirm what I've always wondered about- is it just me or are they this rude to everyone? Not to mention, I came here today because they are one of the few cafes in the neighborhood with enough indoor seating and I was hoping to meet my coworker there for a meeting. Lo and behold, after ordering I discover they haven't had wifi since before Covid (aka 2 years...). My coffee was not even good.

I received a recommendation from a esthetician I visited while in town. She stated the coffee was good. She reported they also had food. The location was within walking distance so we gave it a try. I had the Toynbee everything bagel and a Vietnamese iced coffee. Both were great. The bagel was exceptional! I never had such a combination. If you love to support small/local establishments I suggest you give the Last Drop a try.

No-frills coffee and bakery. Liked that you can order without having to enter the cafe. The person at the window will take your order and call out once it is ready. They have a few tables setup outside. It was great to relax by the cafe with a cup of delicious coffee. The staff is friendly and coffee was perfect (got a cortado and a large latte for about $9)

This place could be so much cuter if they tried a little harder. The eclectic furniture is run down and the mis-matched photos on the walls would be better if they really finished the project. The basement is drastically different--vibes of a college underground bar/speakeasy in an abandoned church. The coffee is good, but being on Pine you'd think the space would just be a little more spruced up, ya know?

A no-frills coffee shop with good lattes and perfectly laminated pastry rolls. Great if you live close by. The staff has never been rude to me. I noticed when moving here that more often than not, when I say "hey, how's it going" to a cashier, they do not go through the rigamarole of responding in kind. I'll be met with silence. Maybe there are different expectations in Philly? But for what it's worth I like the staff.

Very cute store! Pretty good chai. Nice staff. I like it here! On warm days, they keep the door open so that's cool.

The last drop literally has the best coffee in the city and I am picky. I get a blackeye medium and it is always perfect. The staff is super cool and friendly and the prices are great!!

Last Drop sits very high on my top 5 list of coffee shops because I've adored every beverage I've ordered from them, but I swear they must torture their baristas in the morning because every single one is pathetically miserable and unreasonably rude. It's borderline comedy to watch them roll their eyes every time they take an order, or a customer dare asks a question concerning the sloppy looking menu. Any other coffee shop I tip 20%, because barista's deal with a lot throughout the day, but I've stopped at last drop. Why would anyone give supplementary money to someone who looks like they want to spit on you for doing business with them? Everyone has bad days, but the poor baristas (literally every single one of them) over at the last drop must have bad days 24/7! Thank goodness they have their paying customers to take their anger out on!

I am new to the concept that wifi apparently isn't provided in coffee shops. So let this be a notice to others interested, that this coffee shop (amongst others in the city) does not have wifi. however, I thought the place was very cute and quaint. I enjoyed the interior and the mismatched tables. It is not the largest cafe, but it does well for groups of 3-5, if you find a lucky spot. I personally, did not have a problem with the barista that served me. He was very nice and friendly. I enjoyed my americano and my cheese danish. I would come here again

Yes, the ordering process is currently different due to COVID, but I appreciate that I don't even have to go inside. We walked up to look at the menu and they opened the window to take our order, the guy was super nice and made our coffees in less than two minutes, and we were done. The coffees were delicious (an iced mocha and a decaf vanilla latte) and it was nice to sit at a table outside. Overall great experience.

Great local coffee place. The staff are very nice and I really like the Toynbee and Deren bagels here. Only wish they could open up their downstairs space so this could be more of a place to hang out and work.

Unprofessional and rude service on June 21, 2021 at 2:00pm. Server asks "do you want to put a tip on the card?" which is an inappropriate question you do not ask a customer. A tip is at the discretion of the customer and for the customer to initiate his or herself. The pressure of the server is provocative and not necessary. When I declined, the server slammed shut the window right in my face. This is totally disgusting and uncalled for. I will not going back to this cafe.

I'm new to Philadelphia and trying every decent coffee shop I can find. I live a block away now and this one was next on my list. Well, it's a one time experience. Came into the store and due to COVID the setting is different. Nobody inside . Upon entering the store, barista shows up. No "good afternoon how can I help". Instead she said "did you order online"? No I did not because I didn't know that was the process. No problem- I ordered and paid online. I then started reading these Yelp reviews. It's what everyone else said... employees are rude to customers. The drink (cappuccino) was put on the coubter but she didn't say anything so I didn't know. 3 mins later I walked up and saw my coffee waiting for me. 3 stars because the coffee was reasonable and truth be told, I have had worse experiences.

I discovered this place during high school in the mid-to-late 90s and was excited to visit again when I moved to the neighborhood in my 30s. Well, my excitement was shot to hell by the incredibly rude young woman who worked the counter (this was pre-COVID-19, so maybe she's gone now). I felt as though she was judging everything about me while stabbing me with imaginary daggers. I clearly wasn't cool or hip enough to enter her coffee shop. I no longer have purple hair and I'm also friendly, so I understand that between my natural hair color and smile I was probably threatening to her. Anyway, when I spied brownies on the counter and asked if they had nuts, she asked, "Do you have a nut allergy?" When I told her I did not, she said, "No, they don't have nuts." (I just don't care for nuts in brownies.) I bought one, paid quickly, and left as fast as I could to escape her evil vibe. Then I removed the plastic wrap and bit into the driest, most flavorless, rock hard brownie! And it had nuts!!! She knew that. She did it on purpose. Never have I felt so unwelcome in any store in my life! She ruined a place I had adored as a kid. I haven't been back since and will never return. On the other hand, she made me happy that I outgrew my dislike and judgment of those I viewed as conformists, i.e., "normal" or "conventional." Hopefully she follows a similar path in life. It's a much easier and more pleasant way to live. But, yeah, I'm not ever returning to The Last Drop. The place lost its luster after that encounter. I would actually go to Starbucks over this dump, and I don't care much for Starbucks' baked goods or coffee. Given the number of other great coffee shops in the neighborhood, I've experienced no sense of loss over never setting foot in this joint again. The proprietors, on the other hand, might feel it financially.

Nice little spot on the corner of Pine and 13th Streets. I came in the late afternoon and every table was taken up by a single person. GAH. Fortunately, by the time I ordered drink, one of the tables emptied out and I could take it over. Coffee was not that hot and not that strong. Wifi was OK. People-watching outside the window was great. Basement has additional seating if you don't mind black walls and dim lighting, but that's where the bathroom and ATM are.

Cute old fashioned coffee shop with quirks, the kinds you don't see too much anymore due to corporate overrun. Yes: maybe a little slower service with a line, maybe a haphazard design, often crowded with planted people, but that's the charm, that's the beauty, if you complain about these types of places then the world doesn't deserve you.

Interesting that this place has so many bad reviews...I go pretty regularly as I work around the corner. The staff doesn't act any different than any bar, restaurant or shop in the area. I go at 8-9 am....most people are not awake at that time. I don't expect a barista to be bright eyed and bushy tailed.....however that is me...is the staff rude or does the staff reflect the customer that has an entitled attitude of a customer wanting their half caf, oat milk latte with 3 and a half Splenda, and a dash of cinnamon heated to a perfect 155 degrees?

Stopped in on a whim as I was slightly late. It was about 7:15am, so the expectation was already I'm probably the 1st container and they're probably still setting up. I entered and was greeted by the barista. Pretty standard greeting no problems here. With my assumption I was correct she was still setting up things. I ordered a coffee but I failed to realize there was a 3$ limit. She apologized & thanks me for understanding as I grabbed an bakes item to hit the card limit. The barista didn't really pay any mind as I signed and didn't offer a receipt... I had to say thank you in order for her to a knowledge me. I was also not offered a receipt. That left a sour taste. That's a star gone unfortunately. I took away a half stars because there wasn't any sugar, and the sugar in the raw was quite old to the point it didn't come out of the container and was clumped together. This was a bit disheartening. Literally nothing came out. It's weird Becca use all the creams were filled. Coffee is standard at best, maybe a little lower quality, but if sufficed. The cake that I had to buy to reach the card limit was dry and seemed a day or so old, which is unfortunate because I didn't really want it in the 1st place. I'll give 3 stars, and maybe try again later in the day.

Walked past this place so many times and finally decided checked it out today. Definitely agree with some of the previous posts about the staff being rude. The tall guy taking my order looked pretty miserable--short answers, didn't smile. Coffee was just okay, nothing that special. There's plenty of other cute little coffee shops in the area so I don't think I'll be returning.

Bro......who is playing the music in this place. Felt like I was tripping hard or about to get shot at

Went to the last drop and ordered an iced americano . Was not impressed/ something tasted extremely off. Barista also wasn't friendly and kinda cold. The decor was like my grandmothers house. i've had better.

Really disappointed to see how this place has gone downhill over the years. The baristas are regularly unwelcoming and look at you as if you're bothering them. They ask if you want to put a tip on your order, which is totally uncomfortable and awkward for a customer (I usually tip but I don't want to be pressured to). The WiFi is incredibly spotty. Not sure when it went downhill, but I hope the owner takes a serious look at their business and reinvests in it! It has great potential.

Great house blend. (Full disclosure: that's all I tried there on my first trip) Went at 1pm when most coffee shops' coffee tastes stale and old. But it tasted freshly brewed and strong. Great spot.

Super chill place to get a coffee or hot cocoa and do some work. Music isn't too loud, baristas are lovely, coffee is good, prices are decent, lots of seating and not too many people talking loudly. There's also food and sandwiches for purchase!

i love the last drop. i go nearly every day but unfortunately one of the baristas makes me sad. every time i go in and see them i think to myself "here we go again, kill em with kindness", but it seems as if no matter the amount of kindness i offer, i get nothing but negativity and passive aggressiveness in return. it's really such a shame because i love this place, love getting my go to order, just wish i felt happy and welcomed in there. every other barista is nice, but this one, really makes me question whether or not i should ever go back. i hope they're ok. i hope that the universe sends light into their life because they seem unhappy every time i go there. peace and love.

This place is grossly understaffed. It wouldn't kill them to put one more person on staff on a weekend so that there isn't be a 20 minute wait when you actually come to the window

What the hell happened to you Last Drop? You used to have stellar baristas who made lattes that made it worth getting up and going to work for. Maybe it was an off day? Maybe my client standing me up five minutes before our expected meeting of 10 am put a bitter taste in my mouth? Thanks by the way for still having that big ol' clock. Because my phone is my clock and the clock gave me the exact time so I could politely tell my ex-client that it was 9:57 and that I don't think I'm going to be ever picking out color swatches or patterns for their lovely home. Luckily I had the latte set in a to-go cup, but as I ambled away down to 9th and Bainbridge I chucked it away and had another at chapter house which makes a better latte. However, if you talk in Chapterhouse you are often glared at. You really can only hang out there if you are reading or studying. Last Drop is really much better for having conversations.

Update: I've been coming here once a week for a few months now. Indifferent service aside I was pretty happy with the food/coffee. Being a graduate student, I need a good place to sit and do work. I always make sure I have a something to eat/drink in front of me and order multiple times. Today, I go in and the guy complains his help didn't show up and that he can't make any food. So, I asked him can you simply put bacon in the convention oven as a side and I'll buy a premade sandwich. He decided in his infinite wisdom to reprimand me by saying "the entire point of not making ready to made orders is not cook." I'm in the service industry and I think given the situation he could have made an adjustment or changed his tone. I had ordered a latte and infact I was so upset I gave it away and left. I won't return. Sorry Nam, I'm tired of having to leave and go elsewhere and because your baristas have poor attitudes and refuse to at least work with customers. Great quirky place to eat and drink...

This review has been a long time coming as my husband and I frequent the last drop mostly every weekend for "fancy" coffees aka not keurig. My usual go tos are the cafe mocha or the cappuccino while my husband usually gets an espresso. I knew I liked this place, but after being in Paris for a week and falling in love with the cafe lifestyle, the last drop had a whole new meaning for me. While it's definitely not a Parisian cafe, they have a few seats outside where I tend to sit when I bring my dog for the walk over, and have yummy croissants, bagels and sandwiches if you're looking for more than just coffee. As another reviewer noted, the baristas are not as friendly as say, Starbucks, but I'd rather not have someone in my face while I'm waiting for my coffee to be made. I'll probably be back this Saturday for a cafe mocha...

I studied here quite a bit this summer studying for the Bar exam during my coffee shop study spot tour of Philly. Of the probably 10 places I tried, it was good...right until the last drop! Pros -Big windows. -Large tea selection and decent food. -Rarely had a problem finding a seat and there's extra seating downstairs. -Magic gardens-esque bathroom and generally quirky/edgy decor. -I never felt pressured to leave like at some other coffee shops that don't appreciate studiers. Cons -This is a coffee shop that people actually go to, so if you're trying to study, there might be an old man interviewing a very annoying loud girl for an unpaid art internship next to you. -The barristas are not *super* friendly, but the one did consistently remember my order after 2 days or so. -The outlets in the wall don't work, if you need to plug in, look for the extension cords. -Some of the tables get super drafty...pack a sweater! Would recommend as a study spot or a place to grab coffee/quick lunch with a friend!

Love this place! They have great coffee and have always been so sweet no matter who is working. My personal favorite local coffee shop.

I could LIVE in this coffee shop - well, they won't let me, but if they would let me, I'd be happy there... It is so cozy, and the coffee is great. Nobody ever bothers me in there, which is a miracle. They don't blast music. I love it. It's my Go-To spot.

Fresh coffee, good iced coffee, great vietnamese coffee, free wifi, and plenty of space. The only con is the bathroom is disgusting. Even just trying to get the paper towels from the dispenser makes me want to wash my hands again.

Great coffee shop. Good coffee. They have sugar in the raw available, which is harder to find in Philly than I expected. Good pastries. Comfortable atmosphere.

It's not outstanding or bad. $3.50 minimum on credit card. Tables and floor are always covered in crumbs and dirt. There are a decent number of outlets and plenty of seating available. La Colombe beans. Tea looks to be pre-packaged. Standard assortment of cold sandwiches and sliced fruit. Stay away from the Thai iced coffee. It's something different, especially if you frequent Starbucks a lot.

I randomly found this spot while walking my dog. I stopped in to get a latte. This is a cute coffee shop which has both outdoor and indoor seating, so I was able so sit outside with my dog.

Great service/baristas, cute latte art... can't wait to return next time I'm in Philly!

I paid five dollars for a large latte I think it was good the stories cozy and it looks like it's owned by a small family I would definitely support more local business don't go to Starbucks

Here it goes! Inspired to write my first ever yelp review because the baristas here literally are too jaded to function. Exceedingly rude staff even after offering my business regularly and "killing them with kindness" which is a ridiculous sentiment as a customer. Learn to treat your patrons with respect instead of being reflexively rude. The coffee is fine

Nice to have in the neighborhood. Slightly overpriced. Elixir is cheaper and higher quality. Space is nice and bright. Which makes it appealing. Wifi sucks. If the wifi worked. I would come here. A lot. I live on the block. No one seems to care they have crappy wifi. They need a new wifi system. Its 2017. There's works 2/10 times I have come here. And I have nicely told them it doesn't work properly. But months later it still sucks.