Red Hook Coffee & Tea
765 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19147
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Address :
765 S 4th St
Philadelphia, PA, 19147 - Phone (215) 923-0178
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Opening Hours
- Mon :7:00 am - 6:00pm
- Mon : 7:00 am - 6:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good For : Brunch
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Good for Working : Yes
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Jen H.
HOly Crap! How have I not known about this place?!?!?!? Very delicious. Cash only, Super nice staff. I felt like I could have fallen asleep on their couch while waiting for my sandwich, it was so warm and inviting. New favorite place. SO wish I'd known about it sooner. Oh, and I had the first wrap on the board, I think it's called the Harvest wrap, and a Chocolate chai latte. Both were really good.
(5)Dana B.
While walking down 4th Street, I decided to go into Red Hook to see what they had to offer, seeing as the shop is in my neighborhood, yet I hadn't given it a try yet. The shop is small, but the decor is super eclectic and comfortable, and the staff is very friendly. They have an extensive menu of coffee drinks and smoothies as well as sandwiches, salads, melts, wraps, and eggs. I settled on a small coffee and egg and cheese on a toasted sesame bagel. Both DEFINITELY hit the spot! It is cash only, however, but there is an ATM there for your convenience. Always nice to have a new go-to coffee shop in the neighborhood, and I can't wait to go back and try more of their edible selections!
(5)katey A.
This is my first trip and I'm already a regular. Cozy and charming, this place has a great vibe as well as an eclectic soundtrack everyone can appreciate. Food is delish and well priced. Its a fresh take on regular coffee shop eats. Excited to try their sandwiches! Coffee was a little light on flavor for me, but then again I like my coffee very strong. Its my new spot for sure!
(5)Coreen P.
Delicious. Good vibe. A bit expensive. A bit too small. But I just had a really good breakfast so I'm happy.
(4)Katrina C.
I really like this place. I've been by several times for coffee, but things to note: 1. They have almond milk 2. They have really tasty food. I've had potato salad, an omelet thing with spinach, goat cheese, avocado, and roasted red peppers served with toast. My sister got a special which were sweet corn cakes with a huevos rancheros type of topping. 3. Prices are pretty standard - the above meals were like $12 each including the iced coffees. 4. Staff is super friendly!
(4)Alexander R.
I save the 5 star reviews for the absolute best. Red Hook is just that. They have the best brew around and a mean BLTA. The staff is always friendly and how can you not want to support two awesome local beautiful women do what they do best? Sprouts, yes! Vegan friendly. Always something for everyone.
(5)Cliff C.
Best BLT I've had all organic Coffee is on point and prices are so anti Green Eggs come here the people are friendly too love the side snacks of rice and peas
(5)Kimberly B.
Food is super yummy here, and I was glad to find that it's vegan friendly but not strictly vegan. (Bacon). Service is friendly and prompt. There's limited seating but it hasn't been a problem when I've gone. Good for getting work done because there is wifi and outlets. Definitely a new neighborhood favorite for me!
(5)Jasy D.
Red Hook is the best cafe I have been to in the city. The atmosphere is really cozy. Exposed brick, wood floors, warm red walls, little tchotchkes all over. Sort of vintage store-like with any type of seating you could ask for- barstool seating in front of the window, couches, huge ornate comfy chairs, and tables/wooden chairs for when you actually have work to do. The environment is more social than a lot of other places in the area. It's rare that I go in and another customer doesn't strike up a conversation at some point before I drag out my laptop to work. The customer base and baristas seem unpretentious and aren't snotty if you ask to tweak your food order and have offered to run out and get ingredients/whip up a new batch of something if they just ran out and the place isn't too crazy. I've actually seen a barista run to the store to get yogurt to make a parfait (it was at the end of the day...it's not like she didn't have it stocked at 9am) rather than just say "sorry, we're out." And without asking "do you want me to make some?" and therefore guilting me into saying no, the barista just took it upon herself to make a whole new batch of herb cream cheese when it ran out the last time I was there. Such great customer service. They have awesome food. The tuna melt is insanely delicious in particular. And The Preacher Man- a sandwich with chicken, pesto, and apricot preserves - is such a weird combination, but it works. The sandwiches all come with a surprise homemade side. They rotate it, but in the past I've had "cornslaw" and purple potato salad. They err on the spicy side, but are always a hit with anyone I've ever brought there. In addition to all the muffins/cookies (a lot of which are vegan), wraps, and the bagels (whose toppings are never skimped on), they're also able to make a lot of the hot stuff in store- Paninis, HUGE egg sandwiches, and homemade soups. I don't tend to get a lot of coffee things, but the iced coffee has never seemed watered down and they're always trying new things out (the chocolate ginger chai awaits me). You should seriously go here. Queen's Villiage is cute to walk around in general and Red Hook is right near a few thrift stores, a book store, and a ton of fabric places to browse through if you take your coffee to go.
(5)annie p.
The coffee isn't that good, all the food tastes like pesto and I agree with Molly S. some of the staff is unprofessional.
(1)Matt H.
My girlfriend, who has Celiac's Disease, and I came in from Cleveland and loved this place. She had the Valley with a gluten free everything bagel, and I had the Breakfast Bomb wrap. Both were PERFECT! Our coffees were fine, but we had iced and black coffees, so it's hard to screw that up.
(5)Maria C.
So I REALLY like this place, they have great coffee, soy and almond milk, and good food. (I have an allergy that prevents me from eating most of their food - but what I have eaten is great and everyone knows loves it), BUT it is a coffee shop and they take WAY too long to make a drink. I have had to leave here more often than stay and get coffee elsewhere to prevent being late. On more than one occasion I have been in here and waited for more than 10 minutes without my order for a black coffee even being taken! I may be a bit impatient, as the only thing I ever order is just coffee, but they need a much better system at waiting on individuals and serving drinks. If you have time - its worth stopping in, if you want a coffee within 15 minutes, you may need to go elsewhere.
(3)Amanda N.
Awesome place - too bad some awful woman complained about the dogs - our little dog loved visiting!
(5)Debbie D.
Excellent food! Excellent tea!! (Tranquility of my favorite - cures anything) You used to be able to bring dogs in, but now you can't because some crappy person complained. That was just an added bonus - loved hanging out with the dogs while waiting for my food to be ready!
(5)Dan G.
Yummy! Worth the wait! They will cater to your special needs as long as you ask...make sure you ask questions! (ex: potato salad has a kick!)
(4)Leah S.
Two words: Coco Chanel. Hot Chocolate with a hefty dollop of Nutella in there. Topped with FRESH whipped cream and chocolate sauce. OMG. This was the perfect, non-caffeine beverage for a chilly morning. Being literally right around the corner from my aunts place in the city we walked here to grab a cup in the morning before jetting off to over activities. This is a beverage that dreams are made of. I literally dream about it off and on since having it. While I'd attempt to make this at home, the next time I am in Philadelphia you can be your last dollar that, cold or not, I'll be here grabbing a cup.
(4)John Y.
I absolutely love coming to this place on the weekends, and it looks like this place is maybe becoming a regular haunt. The furniture is comfortable and cute. The latte is strong and the food is quite good. I still want to try out some of the other sandwiches, but the chicken salad sandwich was insanely good. I was not expecting that. Sides that come with the sandwiches are also tasty.
(5)Elizabeth P.
I wish I lived nearby, because I'd be here all the time, writing the good stuff from the comfort of Red Hook's plush furniture, with a full belly of delicious food. This place is delightful. Friendly regulars and lots of dogs streaming in and out. The food is fresh and creative and colorful and wholesome. The tea is robust and refills are free. I feel like I could write a novel here. Or a chapter of a novel. Or a scene. Or a couple of really inspired paragraphs. Anyway, I ate healthy and didn't steal that person's golden retriever puppy.
(5)Kristen D.
My favorite cafe in the city! I'm sad it took me so long to get here to try it, but now that I have, I go there AT LEAST once a week--honestly, usually closer to two to three times. They have DELICIOUS food and an extremely creative menu. There's a wide selection of both vegan and regular meat options available. I love the lunch sandwiches, all of which come with a special side, which changes frequently (the potato salad is the best!). The fact that they put a hefty amount of sprouts on nearly every lunch sandwich means a lot to me as well. BEST vegan BLTA(vocado) BEST facon egg and cheese BEST vegan chicken salad Get here ASAP! Everything here is made to perfection!
(5)Kendrah R.
This place smelled like a gym and was incredibly dirty. Layers of fuzz on the counter where you fix up your coffee. The floors looked like they had not been washed in a year. I wanted to bolt the second I walked in the door. But, my husband wanted some iced tea so we waited in line for a while and I got to observe the surroundings, which only reconfirmed why I will never be back. The pluses are the people who work there were incredibly friendly and they have extensive vegan and gluten free options if you lean that way.
(2)Drew L.
Second time here at Red Hook , very nice place Chill coffee is great food out standing Very clean, a nice place for any time of day!
(5)Yoshie U.
Had their vegan (with real mayo) BLT-A and one of their salads. Both were very tasty. Much bigger portions than we had expected, though not overwhelming.
(5)Zinnia M.
This is my favorite weekend spot. I make a point of coming here specifically for the bagel sandwiches. Best around by far. SO delicious. And they have Taffett's gluten free bagels to boot. Win! They are usually playing some great punk and the service is pretty good too! Coffee is tasty, plus they have almond milk if you don't do dairy or soy. Check it out if you're in Queen Village.
(5)Laura D.
The Red Hook is "common ground" for the neighborhood - bringing together friends, family, neighbors, people visiting and those that have been here for years. It's a place where two hard working women (Chloe and Kelsey) have created a space for artists to provide exposure for their work, for people who are Celiac like me, for vegans, and animal lovers. It is an atmosphere where the baristas are self-expressive and friendly people themselves. My family when they visit from Pittsburgh make sure they go there - the food is great, creative and more than what one would get at an expensive brunch place. So for those of you who have been there once - don't complain and write bad reviews. Ask us that go there daily, and are committed to these two hard working women and to this place that is "common ground" for many.
(5)Mark K.
Went with my friend and they made me a delicious egg and cheese bagel with red peppers it was filled to the rim and delicious. The atmosphere is really cool and relaxing. I would strongly recommend this place to anyone I want to have a place to grab a bite to eat or some coffee
(5)Pam S.
Red Hook is awesome for what it is -- it's a little local cafe, the kind of place where they know you and people bring their dogs around (dogs!), and they win my love for being so close to my apt and having vegan cream cheese and being so darn vegan friendly. I am not a coffee snob, but I have had some of their froo froo drinks (ex. Thai Peanut Latte) and I've been a fan. They're pretty strong, coming from someone who drinks coffee every 3 months, and quite tasty. It's a lovely place to come chill and have breakfast, or chill and have lunch or chill and ... chill. They also have art on the walls and have openings with lots of people (I haven't been to one yet) so I assume some free booze is involved. I usually really enjoy their shows. It's probably not the best coffeeshop in QV, but it's my favorite coffeeshop (now tea shop ... that's another matter ;)
(5)Monica C.
I'm so happy that Red Hook is in my neighborhood. I love this place!! All of the smoothies, lattes as well as food (really, you can't go wrong with anything you order) are fantastic. Favorite coffee shop ever!
(5)Cynthia A.
The Best Coffee and Tea in Queen Village. Go there and meet your neighbors. Owners are very nice and the shop is lovely.
(5)Vivian T.
Coffee is ok , nothing special. Small venue but very comfy and cute! I love the decor and the music. I didn't get food her but plan to next time. They have a great selection of soups and sandwiches. The best part is that they have GF baked items and Vegan options avail!
(3)Alison H.
These guys do a lot that is right but most of all the chicken salad!!! Spice it up and get the curry chicken salad!!!
(5)Jeanne P.
Had a maple, cayenne latte- spicy and delicious. Went back another time for lunch and had a chicken, mozz and peach jam with basil sandwhich- YUM. I'm sold. Will definitely go back again :)
(4)Lisa R.
Creative, healthy yet decadent tasting, sandwiches, beverages. Gluten free breads and baked goods options. Curried Chicken salad wrap was huge and very sharable. Dark, cozy, odd seating on menagerie of furnishings -- some tables, some coffee tables, some side tables. Two large vintage/antique couches. Close at 6pm, but will serve right up to that moment. Been there twice in one week since discovering them, plan to bring someone new each time to help keep them thriving (but not too much so I might not get a seat!). Cash only, but ATM on site. Prices reasonable for high quality ingredients.
(4)Julie T.
Love Red Hook! I work down the street so I'm always in for coffee (bonus: they have almond milk). The food is great, too. Cant go wrong with the Easy Rider or Red Hook sandwich.
(4)P R.
I've been going here for a few years. Basically everything on their menu is fantastic. Lots of meaty and veggie options. Coffee is delicious. Staff is friendly and fun. I just love Red Hook. Love it. Love.
(5)Mark Z.
This a small and intimate coffee shop away from the craziness of South Street. The barista was friendly and told me about their specials today. I decided to be basic and order a bagel with Nutella along with an iced mocha. The mocha wasn't mixed well and you get a big gulp of syrup. It was a cool place I may go back to and hopefully try their sandwiches.
(3)Chris E.
Great spot. Upset I didn't find it sooner. Just stopped in for a quick cappuccino, but'll sure be back for sandwiches.
(5)Emily M.
THE BEST BREAKFAST SANDWICH YOU WILL EVER TASTE!! I love Red Hook... everything about it. But seriously, once in your life you need to try the bacon egg and cheese. It will change your life.
(5)Toby K.
Is that a dog park or a coffee shop? I love going here just so I can play with the dogs. Other great things include the décor, the clientele,and the coffee. The real reason I'm giving this 4 stars is because I love the Huevos Banditos. Cash only though which is frustrating when a sandwich and coffee comes to over 11 dollars. Also not too many outlets to plug in a phone.
(4)Laura B.
New to the area and was looking for a good brunch/breakfast place that has a lot of gluten free options. GF bread is available for all the sandwiches and they made sure to note that they put GF bread on my Lil Goat egg sandwich (which was amazing!) when they delivered the food. Portion was very large too.
(4)Nick A.
Quaint little coffee-breakfast-lunch-hangout spot in Queen's Village. Bullseye. Solid coffee, tasty chai lattes, along with a pretty extensive menu (much more than other typical corner cafes around town). Food is a little pricey, but everything is prepared fresh, and most dishes are paired with a salad-du-jour, such as pasta, potato, macaroni, etc. However, these aren't some cold, soggy pasta dredged in a ludicrous amount of mayo - think fresher, lighter and perhaps healthier. The menu has everything from breakfasty, egg-centric offerings to BLT sandwiches, freshly made parfaits and the like. I typically go for the avocado BLT on multigrain, because, well - it's freaking delicious. Protips - Most of the menu can be adjusted for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free needs, cash only, avocado BLT FTW.
(4)Vince C.
Love this place. The coffee is great, and their bagels are fantastic. The staff was friendly from the beginning, but after a few times coming they are like old friends. The seating is really comfortable. Red Hook is dog friendly and draws neighbors in all day long. It is a rare visit that doesn't involve a good conversation with friends and neighbors. If you want a relaxed meal (especially breakfast) and awesome coffee, stop in.
(5)Sarah S.
the most delicious staff and menu! rotating monthly menu is yummy too! really awesome people work here and they make such tasty treats! cozy atmosphere, local art on the walls, a nice little retreat in south philly. cash only! tip well! and don't forget to as for a punch card ;)
(5)Tupp S.
I spent a long time looking for a coffee house in Queen Village and finally settled on Red Hook even though I had read about and experienced the dismissive attitude from the staff. Even though I always said "please" and "thank you" w/ a genuine smile, even though I always tip, they treated me like I was emanating a slightly unpleasant odor. I decided to keep going b/c the food is quite good (except for the egg sandwich but I suspect that may have been another form of aggression from the staff) and I like the room and the seats outside. I understand that since I am not emaciated and tattooed that it is silly of me to expect good service in most coffee houses. Anyway, the last time I went I gave my order to the arch guy behind the counter upon which he said "Not gonna happen". I looked at him in surprise and said "I'm sorry?" and he said again "Not gonna happen". Finally I recovered enough to say "Why not?" and he said "We're out of plain bagels". Now look, would it have been so hard for him just to say that the first time? I looked at him and said "Well never mind" walked out and wound up at Milk and Honey on 4th street right above South St. Guess what? At Milk and Honey I FINALLY found a coffee house that doesn't act as if there is a velvet rope which I am not cool enough to get past!!!! The staff says hello and smiles at me. Go to Milk and Honey! Let's not let bitter hipsters win!!
(3)Erika R.
Love the service, ambience, food (inexpensive and delicious and creative), and they offer almond milk with your coffee. Plus the bathroom is awesome.
(5)Sofia S.
Totally adorable!! Love coming here and love the vegetarian options. This may be my new fav place to have lunch when I'm local. My ONLY issue is that there isn't much seating.
(4)Justin L.
I started coming to this place recently to get a change of scenery from the usual coffee shops I frequent. The space is very comfortable and though it is small, I've never had a problem finding a seat. I think the food is what really sets this place apart from the other coffee shops in the area. They have a very large selection of sandwiches and so far the ones I've tried have been really tasty. Today I had the philly wrap which is chicken, avocado, roasted red peppers and tomato along with homemade potato salad. It may seem simple, but it was just done really well and everything was fresh. Price might be a buck or so above average, but totally worth it for quality food. Oh and the complimentary free refill on coffee is almost unheard of in this town, so major points for that.
(5)Lauren B.
Tons of gluten free options here. :) My fiancé who can eat whatever- LOVED the bacon, egg and cheese on a bagel. It was huge and it didn't last very long on his plate. We have found our new easy going breakfast spot! :)
(5)John F.
Queen Village welcomes me again to the niche cafe nestled on Fabric Row. I took some shots so I'll upload them soon. It looks like they've added a few tables inside and cleared a spot outside for more seating. They feature Equal Exchange coffee, which is pretty good. They have tons of order goodies and lunch items. Also, you can get a bagel with nutella here, YES, I will be back to get one next weekend. Strangely, all the art hanging now must be from a swineophiliac because every single picture has pigs... doing all sorts of strange crap. One is devouring bodies, another is a gang of pigs "stooping", looks like a Oinksama Pig Laden, Perhaps Joeseph Swine'in the Russian dictator, Rush Piggbaugh... and a bunch of others that I don't feel like putting a pig-pun with in this article. Over all, creepy. Also, I love the random nuclear explosion painting amidst it all So beware of a potential inbound 1 star for this joint. A lady and her friend came in just after I got my coffee. She went to the ATM inside, which made a bunch of "ATM sounds" but didn't give her any money. She started complaining and the girls said they don't manage it. She said "Welcome to Red Hook," (which I was expecting as her next comment). The girls came around, checked the power and offered to call the company for her. I thought I heard them say if they can get the money back from the company that they would give her the cash. So as the girl went to call the ATM company, the lady said, "All I wanted was to be taken care of. See, it said it withrdrew money, see!" The girl read the receipt she was holding that the machine spit out Fortunately, the girl read all the words and told her, "It says you put in an invalid pin." The lady responded, "Well that isn't right." (Yeah, the ATM screwed up, not you, right?) She tried again and got her money, then left!!! What nerve. So if you see a 1 star in reference to this, ignore it, the girls totally tried to take care of her.
(4)Drew P.
I go to the Red Hook more than I eat at my own house.. granted it's only a few blocks away from me, but it wasn't always that way, I used to pedal my sorry butt down there from my South Philly ghetto in the dead of winter. I've been going steady with the Red Hook for about two years and change. Their coffee is full bodied and delicious and so is their espresso (equal exchange, mm.) Their food is ridiculous, and with the addition of their magical hotplate they serve the most delicious eggs in numerous ways. Their tuna is the best I have ever had, they have awesome soup and home made bagel chips in the winter, and you can ask them to make anything and add your favorite ingredients and they'll happily oblige. My personal favorites are the Booda, which is a grilled cheese with tomato and bacon, the Peacher Man, which is eggs, peach preserve, fresh basil, cheddar and fake sausage, and the BLT&A (the A is for avocado and the amount of bacon may put you in a coma.. the good kind). It changed hands about a year ago and since has seen massive improvements in attitude, spunk and deliciousness. Two new lovely young ladies own it and a friendliness has spread over the whole place, making it even more warm and inviting.. even to the point of enjoying the company of the other regulars. It's like Cheers, but with delicious, delicious cheese and void of the 80's. In terms of coffee shops, the Red Hook reigns supreme! Long gone are the days of disappointing coffee shop meals that are more fitting for bird food than a hungry human.
(5)Josh R.
Food is always great. They are very generous with their bacon so that basically makes them perfect. I usually get the California wrap and have never been disappointed. Price is just about right and the I love the look of the place.
(5)Gillian L.
This place is everything I want out of a local coffee/tea shop. The regular coffee is delicious (a great sign), the tea lattes are made w/ tea leaves (not the powder like chain shops use which I hate), and the food is great! This morning I had a green tea latte which was perfectly foamy and not sweet which gave me the ability to add my own agave. I also had the yogurt parfait which was served in a cereal bowl (not pre made) w/ a ton of fresh fruit and man o man...it was the best parfait I've ever had! Also noteworthy are the gluten free options. Last time I was here I had cream cheese, avocado, and tomato on gf bread. It was amazing! Healthy portions and so fresh!! Definitely stop by if you've never been ;)
(5)Joelle F.
So I must first admit: I don't drink coffee. Never had a drop in my life. Finding a coffee shop that caters as much to the non-coffee drinkers can be a challenge. I was expecting to go elsewhere on this hot Sunday afternoon, but it was closed for the holiday weekend. Yelp helped me find Red Hook. Like another reviewer, I noticed that the staff was sitting chatting with friends when I walked in, but she stood right up to assist me. She offered her recommendation for an Earl Grey with Caramel Latte. It was a great choice. Good flavor... and something I never would've considered on my own. My one (maybe two) issues with Red Hook is that the place feels a bit like visiting a college kid's shared house. The mismatched furniture is cute, but worn and dirty. There was dust and dirt everywhere. And, probably due to the heat outside and frequent door openings, lots of bugs. They also didn't have air conditioning. My fault for ordering a hot drink, but still... a coffee shop should feel cozy: warm in the winter and cool in the summer. I may come back for additional drinks, but probably not for sitting for any length of time.
(3)Jennifer L.
As I was drinking my coffee, I happened to glance over at something on the wall. It was a thumbtacked note, apparently left by a customer, and it read, "I love this place. I feel like I'm at home." I feel the same. It's super homey and cozy (read: tiny, with room for maybe less than 20 people) with exposed brick, art on the walls and lots of natural light. They allow dogs, and it doesn't have the lame hipster vibe of coffee places on Passyunk or Grindcore House farther south on 4th. Elizabeth B. and I both had a small medium roast coffee, which was served in a paper cup. Maybe they thought we were taking it to go? Either way, it was perfect. We didn't have anything to eat, but some of the stuff looked interesting if a bit pricey. ($7.50 for a hummus and avacado sandwich, for example. Maybe it was amazing?) Lots of vegetarian and vegan options, yay. Also, there was a cute older-ish guy there on his laptop wearing Doc Martens who caught my eye. So yeah, I like this place.
(4)Don R.
Holy balls! This coffee shop is my best memory from my visit to Philly. And the greatest thing is that our visit was just thrown in as we were driving somewhere. I gotta thank my buddy, Nick, for taking us here. He's a brilliant at suggesting restaurants, and his recommendation of Red Hook was probably his opus. It's hard to put my finger on what I loved so much. I would have to say that the total package is what sold me. It's like seeing the perfect woman. Pretty, intelligent, good storyteller, swears a bit...ahhh. So that's it. Red Hook Coffee & Tea is my perfect woman of coffee shops. The interior is great. It's not overbearingly beatnik, nor is it too corporate and cold. The balance of art and comfort sat well with me. The coffee was good. I don't know coffee well enough to critique it. If it's good, then I'm a fan. However, what put a spring in my cowlick was the simple, but delicious bagel sandwich with hummus, red onion, and tomato. Wow! I've been eating the wrong bagels! The bagel was soft and fresh, and the simple toppings complimented each other so well that you would think they met at an orgy. Light, but hearty. Rich, but not thick. (The sandwich, not the orgy) Although I'm in St. Louis, the Red Hook is my long distance coffee house crush. Well done, Red Hook!
(5)Michelle E.
I used to pop in Red Hook every day when I worked in the neighborhood. They have a fairly large menu and I have never been disappointed by anything I've ordered. They are vegan and vegetarian-friendly, carrying Tofutti cream cheese for their fresh and delicious bagels. They have a few cozy chairs and couches, along with some bar stools. The ladies who own and work there are friendly and the tunes are always good. My drink of choice is the ancho chile hot cocoa.
(4)Jeannine K.
What a great find! Recently, I was taking on a walk on a beautiful day and figured that I would stop in and give it a try, boy am I glad that I did! The decorating automatically struck me as very unique and at the same time very comfortable The menu is not too complicated, but has a lot of great choices. I personally went with the hummus and vegetable sandwich, which was fresh, delicious, and perhaps best of all, under 5 dollars, It was so full of fresh veggies, I almost had problems taking bites. I also had an iced coffee, which was the perfect compliment to the 90 degree heat outside. This seems like a perfect place to sit and spend an hour or two on a lazy weekend day. I will definitely be coming back soon!
(5)Laurie E.
by far, the best tasting decaf coffee in philly!!! AND it's fair trade and organic! they make it fresh every time. they also offer a gluten free bread for all of their sandwiches (get the hoagie roll - its the tastiest!) and have some vegan options. comfy couches, fish pillow, new art to check out each month, dog friendly, potted plants all around the outside of the building, friendly staff, exposed brick wall, a few out door seats. yum!
(5)Liz C.
I recently moved to the area, and Red Hook is one of my favorite finds. Their coffee is excellent. Super flavorful without that bitter taste that's so trendy right now (read: Starbucks). I usually make my coffee at home to save money, although the $2.00 16 oz medium roast is a treat I grant myself several times a week. And then there are the bagels. Cream cheese, tomato, and avocado on toasted whole wheat - seriously, why didn't I think of that?! The yogurt parfait is made fresh-to-order with hand cut fruit and light, crunchy granola. It's a perfect breakfast when I have to grab something on the run. Red Hook is like the cozy, neighborhood spot that you've been dying to find. Weird arty decor and a variety of seating options, including outside. It's a great place to run into familiar neighbors, or meet new ones (including the four-legged variety, because Red Hook is pet-friendly)! I can't wait to try more of what this cozy hideaway has to offer.
(5)K K.
Love this place! Been coming here for years and it has only gotten better over the years. They have delicious gluten free bread for their fresh sandwiches and quite often their soup of the day is gluten free. The coffee is delicious, so are the shakes. The decor is warm and local art is always hanging on the walls. Staff is friendly and helpful and dogs are welcome, so that's always a plus!
(5)Christine A.
Red Hook is everything a coffee shop should be: quaint, corner shop with good, affordable coffee, and good food. Try the Red Hook Panini! It's tasty as is the homemade pesto pasta salad that comes with it. I'd consider moving to Queens Village just to be closer to this perfect coffee shop.
(4)Mary S.
I moved to QV 3 years ago. I visit Red Hook at least once a week. I have found the staff to be welcoming and lovely. Lattes are the best; food is delicious. I am a baby boomer/grandma (albeit with a nose pierce from Infinite circa 2009); I find no prejudice that I am not a cool 'hipster'...although I am cool! Have brought my visiting out-of-town family members here...everyone loved it. This is my go to coffee shop. So very happy it is in my neighborhood!!
(5)Vincent S.
I'm not a huge fan of Yelp mostly because people tend to be a little harsh an type out of angry... But I get food from this place a few times a week and its always great same for the service. If you're ever in the area and looking for really good homemade food I would go here.
(5)Zachary O.
I go to red hook primarily for the "4th on 4th" openings, but I have been there a few times just for coffee/sammies, and it's been delicious every time.
(5)Jess D.
How could I possibly have any complaints? This place is phenomenal. It's kitschy and cozy and feels like home the first time you walk through the doors, with charming decor - mismatched furniture and worn carpets. They allow dogs, which is super because my dachshund mix comes with me most everywhere I go. There's even a jar of biscuits on the side of the bar. They regularly feature the work of local artists and there's a bulletin board across from the counter that has flyers for upcoming area events, business cards, etc. The atmosphere is welcoming, comfortable, and friendly. I can sit here and read for hours, with my doggie relaxing at my feet, occasionally chatting with other patrons. Now. The food and the drinks. They're awesome. I don't drink coffee, but the selection of tea and smoothies is great. Their mango smoothie is my go-to drink on a hot day. It's perfection. I highly recommend the chicken panini with sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. However, the bagel with cream cheese and the banana and nutella sandwich are very nearly as amazing. I'm a pretty strict meatatarian, but there are tons of vegan/vegetarian options as well. Be aware. Since they only accept cash, there is an ATM on site (with a small accompanying fee to withdraw).
(5)Bill M.
Yelp hooks it up yet again! I decided to continue my quest for good Hot Chocolate and was really liking the reviews for here. So I decided to come in and spice it up ancho style.. with an ample helping of sweet chocolate, ancho hot pepper, and whipped cream, their spicy hot chocolate REALLY gave my taste buds a good kick. and I really dug the vibe that the house had overall. it had a punk rock feel, but it wasn't too in your face punk. the art was some of the best that I've seen out of a coffee house, and they even had an old school hip hop poster for a rap shop that happened at The Spectrum! It was the perfect spot to stop in and read my Dali book. but I'll definitely be back to take advantage of the Wi-Fi. I didn't have any of the food but it smelled delightful. I definitely made note of the multiple biscotti, fresh sandwiches, and the fact that they had three kinds of fresh soup.
(4)Elizabeth B.
Cute coffee shop, in my neighborhood, a new place to go to add to the rotation. A small coffee for $1.75 .... ok. Menu looks interesting but a little pricey. The atmosphere is pretty cozy -- it is small, but not cramped. Find me at the counter by the window. I am planning to return for the hot Hot Chocolate as recommended by hot choc connoisseur Mr. Bill M.
(3)Peter H.
Great food--everything there is awesome. Without a doubt the best bagel sandwich I have ever had. Ask them for some bagel chips too. They're also great. The atmosphere is also nice and is fueled by owners that clearly love what they do. The customer services matches the food in quality.
(5)Anthony W.
I had a chai and a bagel. I thought the tea was really light on "the chai" (especially for the price). The bagel was fine. I mean, how do you mess up a bagel? I wasn't wowed by the food or drink, but I really liked the neighborhood family ambiance of the place. The liquid syrup was great too (this was the first place I had actually tried it). I was in this area for a very specific reason. I don't see myself frequenting Red Hook, but it's not bad at all.
(3)Cherie C.
I have found my favorite coffee house in Philly. It is Red Hook. Red Hook is on Fabric Row, below the noise of South Street. A member of the Independents Coffee Cooperative, you'll get great fair trade coffee here. The sandwiches are fresh, prepared with high quality ingredients. There are veggie and vegan options. There are also sweets, which I'm told come from Homemade Goodies by Roz (a favorite bakery of mine). Aside from fair trade coffee, I read that they are socially responsible in many ways, including recycling coffee grounds for local farmers (that's so AWESOME) and recycling everything else they can. Try the ancho chile hot chocolate, which is sweet and spicy and rich. that alone will keep me coming back for more! The cafe itself is comfortable, with good music that's not too loud. There is a counter with tall chairs, as well as tables and a sofa. Local art shows on the walls. There is free wireless, if that's your thing. I love this place. I almost hate to review it--I want it to be my secret.
(5)Abigail L.
First a little disclaimer, this review is for the drinks only, I've never eaten here, also the reason for the four stars. I walk dogs in Red Hook's neighborhood so I often find myself nearing the end of the day in need of a pick me up or warm up within blocks of this gem. The decor is amazing and welcoming. Really cute and comfortable furniture lines one wall while a bar with chairs lines the windowed wall. The employees are NICE, something oddly lacking in a lot of Philly coffee shops. They are also talented baristas and my drinks are consistent and damn tasty. My favorite drink is their seasonal Ancho Chile Hot Chocolate- my god! It's pricey but you can taste why. The drink is pure bliss, chocolatey and sweet, milky and smooth but with a spice and little bits of ancho chile to chew on between sips. I've also had plain coffee, of which you have a choice of roasts, and a few other fancy coffees. Someday I'l try one of their paninis or vegan sweets and see if they are worthy of a fifth star. One time I stupidly spilled a large portion of my drink while trying to add cream and sugar with the same hand I was using to hold a dog leash(did I mention you can take your doggie here). The dog pulled and coffee went everywhere. Fail. The baristas were so nice, they didn't get mad at me, helped me clean up and refilled my coffee. Yet another reason why I go here more than any of my local coffee places and tip every time.
(4)Gabrielle B.
Great atmosphere (very cozy and full of knicks-knacks), good coffee. If you're looking for breakfast, I highly recommend any variety of bagel with wasabi cream cheese. YUUMMM!
(5)Dot G.
Love the food. Amazing americano. Could do without the woman always camped out on the couch and who can't seem to stop laughing. It seriously starts to become obnoxious.
(4)Edward O.
I go here to grab a bagel with cream cheese on the way to work occasionally. You walk in, there's some pretty solid art everywhere you look, and when I finally get my toasted bagel it's like, woah, they put a hell of a lot of cream cheese on this bagel (which is to my preference because I need to eat more). It's also reasonably priced. Very hip.
(5)Tassie T.
Great place to try unique sandwiches, tea and coffee. All fresh ingredients!! Their shows showcase local artists and musicians. Great food!
(5)Jordan L.
This is my neighborhood coffee shop. It's adorable, dog friendly, and the food is delicious! The coffee is fair trade and you can really taste the difference. Everything there is made fresh and there's a great attention to detail. It's a bit on the pricey side, but it's a great, homey place to chill out for a bit on Fabric Row!
(4)Stephanie S.
This place is awesome! It's cool, without being annoyingly hipster-ish. The drink prices are awesome- much cheaper than Starbucks or places of the like. The food is delicious! They have vegan stuff, vegetarian stuff, and meat-eater stuff. All very well-priced and very delicious! The music is very eclectic, the staff is very friendly. The decor is interesting. It's a small place, which is just fine by me. Very good. I definitely recommend this place!!!
(5)L R.
:( Not sure what happened here. LOVED Redhook from the day it opened until I left for boston about a year ago. They always had great music, eclectic art, yum hot drinks (esp their spicy ginger chai!), fresh vegan, veggie and meat eater food options...and usually friendly solid service. The pets add a nice warm component to the whole vibe as well. I would see neighbors stopping in for a cup of coffee on their morning walks. Nice. Really nice. When I was in school I came here around 3+ times a wk and would eat half a dozen meals in their sunny window seat. I wrote a book in this place... BUT SOMETHING WENT WRONG! I came back from boston (not exactly the warmest of cities) and now the staff's too cool for school. I'm used to the hipster attitude but really...no "hello", no eye contact, not one smile or acknowledgment that I'm talking to you and trying to order a 4$ chai latte? I really tried last time. I ended up laughing at myself outloud as the girl behind the counter completely ignored what I said and turned around. I was literally embarrassed. To top it off now my favorite ginger chai is watered down, mostly milk and served luke warm... Where's the spice and ginger? No more fun spicy lentil pasta side dishes and the attitude...god the attitude! I can't believe other reviewers say they're friendly. They must be part of some special club or I keep missing the nice baristas. I've tried 3x in the past 2 weeks to get back to loving Redhook but I think that last episode did me in. The food. The ambience, the ginger chai - This place was created to be amazing. I bragged about Redhook in the neighborhood. Baristas wake up...coffee shops are not just about a good cup of coffee (which you DO well). Its a service industry. You were handed a gem and did no work for it. I think you actually like your job so why pretend to be so cold. The old owner went to pretty decent lengths to create the warm cozy vibe and you're ruining it for the old regulars. Im uncomfortable sitting there and the music is far too loud to be enjoyable. Prices are over the top and the foods not nearly as awesome. To the new Redhook fans, I really wish you tried it a couple years ago. Everything was better then. Wish the old owner would come back. Its such a great spot! Darn.
(3)CH K.
Very cute and accessible. Like an oasis in the desert, especially on a hot day! There are few places along S. 4th (fabric row) to rest your feet and get something cool to drink. They have all the italian soda flavors. Try it!
(5)june g.
I like to go to Red Hook because they're very close and convenient for me to buy quality coffee by the pound. The decor is nice and they feature different artists selling their work monthly. The owner is very nice as well, and they're dog friendly. Other times, the coffee made by the snubbish barista's has been good, but just good at a price that's a little above average. I appreciate they serve organic items and try to be enviromentally friendly, but at a price. The smoothies are good but I don't think they're made with fresh fruit, and for $5, I'd like fresh fruit. I'd never order food there again. I had a chicken basil pesto sandwich once and had food poisoning for 2 days, and then I later learn 3 of my friends have gotten food poisoning as well from their sandwiches! Yikes! Order your coffee, and go across the street to Wiccaco for your sandwich, bagel, yogurt etc.. for something fresher and cheaper.
(2)Emily S.
I just tried out Red Hook for the first time yesterday. It was pretty empty, and I got a nice spot by the window to set up with my laptop and do some work. The barista was very pleasant and friendly. The coffee was excellent. The soy milk is out in its own pitcher with the other milks so you don't have to ask for it specially, and there is sugar water available for cold drinks. There are lots of vegan food options available! They have soy cream cheese for the bagels, and you can substitute "fakin' bacon" for the real stuff in any of the sandwiches and wraps. You can also get fresh avocado on just about anything, which is always a winner in my book. I got the curiously named "Jackie O" wrap, which is an ingenious combination of banana, honey, peanut butter, and granola. Mmmmmmm. Looks like I've finally found "my" coffee shop in my new neighborhood!
(4)Leah G.
Was there on Saturday - trashcan moved!
(4)sean m.
NOONE and i mean N O O N E makes breakfast sandwiches better then this place! Makes me forget about NYC!!!! knowing that i can get my fix right here in Philly from a place as cool as this! Perfection with a smile.
(5)Colin C.
Red Hook is a funny cafe. Granted, I am usually there in the early afternoons when most people are at work, or something, so a lot of the customers that come in are young parents with their children or dogs. It has a nice neighborhood feel to it that cuts away some of the workspace-feel that many coffee shops develop with their hoards of laptop-bound typists, tip-tapping as their mug chills in front of them. Some people might find the presence of children, pets, and chit-chat stands to compromise their work environment, but I find that it creates a warm, relaxing atmosphere. They have excellent hot chocolate (rumored to be some of the best in the city) and lattes, but for the standard coffee drinker, their medium and dark roasts are both being brewed constantly and are delicious. Plus, for the sweet-tooth coffee fanatic, they stock agave nectar in their condiment section in addition to the standard range of honey and sugar-type products. Very crunchy-meets-fancy-pants (dare I say bougie?) and I appreciate it. Warning (to some... good news to others) with limited seating, come prepared to share a table (sigh... their couch is gone) with other customers! We might make some new friends!
(5)Britt L.
Seriously, I don't know what I'd do without this place! Even though there are about six independently owned coffee shops within a 2 block radius of my apt, I have become a dedicated RH customer thanks to their exceptional service and commitment to the community (oh, and their always delicious food and coffee). The owners (Kelsey and Chloe) as well as the other baristas are always super friendly and will even remember what u usually order! They have a ton of great and tasty vegetarian/vegan options as well as non-veggie and regularly add new seasonal items. They are also totally dog friendly and host local artist shows about once a month. Red Hook-you guys are the best!!
(5)Brendan O.
Great neighborhood coffee shop. New owners, new hours, comfortable atmosphere, free wifi, hip aesthetic. Yay RedHook!
(4)Sarah D.
I'm a big fan. Sandwiches are top notch, muffins are delish, coffees and teas are tasty. A tad pricy - as in $11 for an iced coffee and a sandwich. They're cash only and have an ATM in the shop and are dog friendly, which is awesome.
(4)Dani S.
Red Hook is amazing! First the coffee is amazing and there are so many choices! Tea is loose leaf, amazing. Food amazing, they're so DIETARY FRIENDLY! Vegan treats, gluten free and bacon bacon bacon. The Baristas are cool as shit. Not snobby, knowledgeable and like to get know their customers. Not mention its under new ownership and the new owners are cool as shit too. 4th on Friday Art Openings and other neato events. Honestly, best coffee shop in Philly fo sho.
(5)pedro s.
Really a nice spot for caf in this part of the city... easy to carpark usually during the day as well (try the side streets - free!!) coffee is yum and not burnt, almond croissants are among best in city (flavorful, nice vanilla taste with ample marzipan) seating can be tough, as local families love having their childs with them for hours of droning home repair horror conversations... Owner has nice brooklyn edge to him - had foresight of making "clients"use password to connect to WIFI - better step would be one hour timer per purchase - and as PW never changes, it doesnt really do much... slightly pricey compared to others in Philly, but about worth it
(3)Jeannine K.
I give this place 5 stars for quality and 3 stars for accuracy. Their coffee and food is great. On a few occasions I have grabbed lunch here and was not disappointed. The seating and atmosphere is very welcoming and comfortable. One thing I have to comment on is their prices... they don't seem to add up. The prices they have on their paper menu do not correspond with those on their chalk board menu. I am one of those people who never carries cash, this makes it difficult to make sure I have enough money to pay for my items.
(4)Lisa K.
I love the Red Hook. I come by often when I am in the area. It's a great place to relax in a comfy armchair or do work on a laptop. They have a cool decor and really friendly, youngish staff. It's kind of expensive, but the coffee is fair trade and delicious. Plus, you can't beat the location on 4th and Catherine.
(4)Anthony B.
Good coffee, great food, friendly staff. Simple and effective. I don't know how they could do a better job aside from hiring Mr. T to hang out and tell you jokes while you wait for your food.
(5)erin f.
My new business partner lives around the corner so we have been popping in here quite a bit lately. The dark brew is excellent. The cranberry muffin is tasty, if a bit light on the berries part. Definite neighborhood vibe, we ran into several people we know from the area (I don't live in the neighborhood, but spend enough time there I guess!)
(4)amanda d.
When my boyfriend lived in the area, I used to go here all the time. Great food and drinks, nice people, and just far away enough from South Street to avoid the tourists.
(5)veronika p.
I really like Red Hook. Whenever I'm in the area to get fabric, I always stop by. The inside is really cute, and has a bay window that would be perfect for reading in, if someone wasn't always sitting there first. The coffee is really good, and they always ask whether you'd like medium or dark roast. I've never had any of their baked stuff, but it looks really good. They could definitely benefit from more seating - there are only a few chairs and a couch. Prices are good, and staff is always friendly.
(4)Molly S.
i love their sandwiches and food selection in general. a comfortable place to read or hang out. the ladies behind the counter can be a bit sassy, and i don't generally ask for a side of sass. prices are typical. who doesn't want to walk down fabric row?
(4)Adam C.
Red Hook has a charm that Fabic Row has needed for quite some time now. Ever since there really wasn't much to offer on the beautiful 4th Street shopping of the finest fabrics and materials. Besides The Famous Tea House, which really isn't a cafe, just a place to pick up really good DIY tea for home. Then Red Hook hooks in and sinks right into the heart of this taken for granted area of Queens Village. They even have nifty red cups with their logo of the hook to help promote this slowly but surely, increasingly popular underdog. Some people complain why sell fair-trade coffee when the cups aren't environmentally sound, so what? Take your 'Whole Foods' lifestyle to someone who cares. Everyone's doing their fair share of killing the planet and people like you are only making it worse. Besides don't even get me started on what soy is costing us. Back to Red Hook, they just revised the place, making it more spacious, cozy, and friendly for any new-comer or patron-saint since day one. What I love most is that it doesn't just attract one kind of crowd. Everyone is welcome and they eagerly anticipate that from the moment a hipster to an elderly couple stumble in. Their variety in scones and cakes are sublime and it goes great with something from their hand-crafting espresso bar. They have wi-fi too but what I like to see is people conversing and that does happen here. A great place to stop in before you begin your morning or afternoon hunt for inexpensive fabrics to make your dress for an upcoming show or party.
(4)Helter L.
Red hook may be my new cafe of choice. It pains me to say this because I still love Gleaners and The Last Drop (the latter not so much. Its full of posers these days), but Red Hook has something these other places dont- a conscientious mentality. They focus on organic, fair trade products, with a huge selection of vegan and vegetarian meals and treats (all of which are ridiculously delicious). They play good music, the design is comfortable and the crowd is eclectic. But I must admit; the best part is the really cute staff. Everytime I go there there's some cute, friendly girl serving me coffee. It's a nice plus.
(5)michelle p.
It was just ok. I had ordered a medium blackberry latte, which was pretty good and far too much for me to handle. Far too much in fact that the barista decided to hand it over the machinery to me without a warning of how full and hot it was. It's nice that they fill it to the tippy top, say if there's a lid but not so nice when there is no lid and lots of reaching involved. That said, I spilled my overfilled cup of coffee on my hand, the counter, and other close objects. I ordered a mozzarella and tomato sandwich with olive tapenade, I think there was just a smear of tapenade, for a dollar extra I wanted more. They did provide me with roasted peppers that I didn't order, which I think was supposed to throw me off about the tapenade. Man...I love olive tapenade. My friend who came with me, liked her tea and her sandwich, nutella and banana. The ambiance was nice, very neighborly. This coffee shop had more character than some others in the area. The baked goods looked delicious, it was very veggie friendly, and their menu had some good offerings. I couldn't tell you anything about the free wi-fi, but the bathroom is nice and clean.
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