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Name: Kaffa Crossing
Address: 4423 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
Telephone: (215) 386-0504
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 4.05

Kaffa Crossing

4423 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104

(215) 386-0504
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Kaffa Crossing Menu

Breakfast

Scrambled Eggs

Scrambled Eggs With Beef

Ful

Ful Special

Firfir (v)

Quanta Firfir
Appetizers

Sambusa

Timatim Fitfit (v)

Layered Tofu Wat (v)

Injera Wraps (v)
Salad & Soup

Spicy Doro Salad

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Mediterranean Salad

Kaffa Veggie Tuna Salad (v)

Hummus Platter (v)

House Salad (v)

Soup
Vegetarian

Shiro Wot (v)

Misir Wot (v)

Kik Aletcha Wot (v)

Tikel Gomen (v)

Gomen (v)

Tofu Wot (v)

Okra Wot (v)

Eggplant Wot (v)

Ethiopian Vegetarian Combination (v)

Create Your Own Special Veggie Platter (v)
Meat

Lamb - Yebeg Tibs

Poultry - Doro Tibs
Meat - Beef

Kitfo

Tibs

Derek Tibs

Kaffa Tibs

Healthy Meal suggestions for Kaffa Crossing

Breakfast

Scrambled Eggs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Scrambled Eggs With Beef [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ful [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ful Special [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Firfir (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Quanta Firfir [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Appetizers

Sambusa [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Timatim Fitfit (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Layered Tofu Wat (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Injera Wraps (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Salad & Soup

Spicy Doro Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mediterranean Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kaffa Veggie Tuna Salad (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hummus Platter (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Salad (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Vegetarian

Shiro Wot (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Misir Wot (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kik Aletcha Wot (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tikel Gomen (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gomen (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tofu Wot (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Okra Wot (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Eggplant Wot (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ethiopian Vegetarian Combination (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Create Your Own Special Veggie Platter (v) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Meat

Lamb - Yebeg Tibs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Poultry - Doro Tibs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Meat - Beef

Kitfo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tibs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Derek Tibs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kaffa Tibs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Tina N.

I typed in Kaffa Crossing in Yelp with the intention of updating my review. I've always enjoyed it and figured it was time to reiterate this, especially since they moved to their new spot 2 doors down. Well I was a little surprised to find that I've never actually reviewed them before considering how much I eat there. While they don't have chicken doro wat here, they do have chicken tibs. It's consistently good and very filling. Their beef tibs and vegetarian platters are also very good. Kaffa also offers smoothies and other coffee blends, and I believe they now serve alcohol in the new location. Although, I personally prefer the byob thing. I actually like their old location more than the new one, simply because it was cozier. Food and place aside, what I like most about them is the consistency and efficiency. There are plenty of Ethiopian restaurants in the area but they usually take much longer to prepare the food. And many times they tend to not have the food ready when you get there. I understand that it takes a while for this type of cuisine and perhaps there is some microwaving involved but considering it's just as good and twice as fast, Kaffa is my go to place.
(4)
Tina K.

I have only gotten Ethiopian food from three different restaurants, including Kaffa Crossing, so I am not going to claim that I am an expert on Ethiopian cuisine. What separates Kaffa Crossing from other Ethiopian places I've gone to is the selection of beverages. I ordered the Ecstasy, which is a chocolate, banana, raisin, and soy smoothie. Needless to say, it made me ecstatic. Good thing I haven't had a withdrawal, but I definitely will go again to try other beverages. As for the food, I tried the vegetarian platter, which was served with injera. I added a side of eggplant because I love eggplants, but honestly the platter was more than enough to fill up one hungry person's stomach. I love it! I took one star off because service is on the slow side and the neighborhood is a little sketchy, but otherwise the food and beverage were good enough to make me want to come back.
(4)
Jane C.

Great food for a great price! The portions are really big so expect to be food comma-ing for a few hours afterwards. My friend and I came for dinner and both got the vegetarian combo platter, which we both found to be delicious. It was also super refreshing to eat with our hands! Just a heads up that it gets really hot in the summer due to the lack of ventilation.
(5)
Amelia G.

Kaffa Crossing is a very special place. A gem, even. They serve incredible Ethiopian coffee, nutty and satisfying. Which is a great start to a lunch here, though be warned - come hungry!! My boyfriend and I always go for a double vegetarian platter. There is nothing in the world quite like the split lentils (misir wot). The cabbage and carrots (tikel gomen) are perfectly soft and a sweet contrast from the spicy blend used on the lentils; berbere is the name of this divine Ethiopian staple. The split yellow peas (kik aletcha wot) are comforting and simple. This platter is served with a light vinegar salad of romaine, tomato, cucumber and jalapeÃ±os! The injera is always fresh, spongy and generously provided. This teff based "bread" will change your life. Wash your hands well prior to eating! There's something very invigorating about sharing a plate of food (with someone you like a lot, as it is an intimate experience) and using your hands. If you're feeling adventurous and love your tastebuds, this place will please you! Service is excellent. Very friendly and attentive without interrupting. They seem to show up only when you need them. It does take a good while to receive your food, so don't try to squeeze this into your day if you're busy. The food itself will keep your belly happy for hours! I'm happier every time I make it back here. Simple food done well.
(5)
Amanda C.

With a plethora of African food options in West Philly, everyone's got their recommendation of which place is best, what you should get, what you should expect and how it'll come out. Among the hubbub, we found our way to this quaint restaurant that masquerades as a simple coffee shop. We love the smoothies. Boyfriend opts for chocolate peanut butter, whereas I usually go for a more tropical flavor. I'm a huge of fan of pretty much every vegetarian dish I've tried...lentils and chickpeas and eggplant, oh my! For meat, we love lamb. Spicy, if you like it. Beef is also good, but not as tender. Honestly, I just love getting a platter of veggie options and gorging myself on soft injera. Service is attentive, bordering on a bit slow. But they're pretty good at filling up water glasses and that's my go to for the final star! Another bonus? Parking is usually relatively plentiful around here - if not on Chestnut, on the surrounding streets. Or you can hop off the trolley or subway just a few blocks away. Go get some Ethiopian! And maybe some delicious coffee while you're at it.
(4)
Heidi L.

The pancake-like stuff tastes a little bit sour. Very interesting. Decoration is warm and cozy.
(4)
Mel G.

My very first time eating Ethiopian food. And I was not disappointed. Everything the had a good spicy flavor. The chicken was tender and tasted fresh. Everything had a lot of flavor I'm not crazy about the bread, maybe I'm just not use to the texture is very strange and I'd imagine they be warm and not so cold. Also very cheap and filling. This something to eat with a group. I'll def be back
(4)
Vidushi B.

Came here for a BYOB group dinner with 25 people and the restaurant was very accommodating. Though located in an area without much going on at night (besides Penn), I think it's a great little secret. The restaurant, I believe, is run by Ethiopians, so the food is pretty authentic from what I know. The meat dishes come served on a bread plate type thing (something like a dosa or a roti), and you use it to eat your meal. I ordered the Doro Tibs, which were chicken cubes cooked in a spicy sauce, and I thought it was very flavorful. It was too bad that I couldn't pay more attention to the food since I was mingling so much, but I look forward to coming here again and trying some more of their dishes. Another plus is that it's really affordable - only down side is that it's out of the way.
(4)
James K.

Not sure why this has 4 stars. I'd hate to try out an Ethiopian restaurant in Philly with anything less than 4 because this place was shoddy. The service was crap because the cook was the host and server and the food lacked the level of spice you'd expect from a quality Ethiopian joint. I wish this place was better because by yelp, it's tops in the Philly area. I probably won't be back. And don't get the hummus.
(2)
Krishan N.

The chicken tibs was amazing but so heavy. The hummus was also quite delightful and fresh
(4)
Fatima S.

Horrible!
(1)
Karyn T.

Delicious, best Ethiopian food I've had in Philadelphia. I especially recommend the eggplant dish and the tofu dish which were not overly spicy in the way that some of the beam dishes were. Will come here again as soon as I have the opportunity.
(5)
Randy L.

The food is average. Its not bad but coming from LA where there is a whole little ethiopia we were a little let down. If you have never eaten in this style is very much worth going here to give it a try.
(3)
Yun W.

We shared the Beef Tibs - beef sauteed with onions, garlic, tomato, and jalapeno peppers), and Ethiopian Vegetarian Combination - yellow split peas, spiced split lentils, collard greens, carrots, and salad. The dishes were brought out on one plate with the Injera (authentic Ethiopian bread), and turned out to be quite delicious - ( yelp.com/biz_photos/kaffâ€¦ ) Relatively empty on a weekday during lunch hour, as the cafe is located in a less centralized area of the city. Minus 1 star because the cafe could have been cleaner (flies), and our food took an awfully long time to prepare despite the cafe being relatively empty. However, the place does not disappoint - very friendly service, great prices, and great food.
(4)
Katerina P.

It has been a while and we visited kaffa crossing after 2 years...we went there before maybe 3 times...but this last time was a bit odd, the food did not taste very Ethiopian as we know it...the chicken was seasoned with something that tasted like grilling seasons and same with the lamb, which did not differ much at all. For once I did not enjoy anything but the lentils...too sad, because I always travel 2 hrs to go to this place.
(3)
Brianna K.

I love Ethiopian food. And so far this is the best tasting (and cheapest) Ethiopian place that I have gone to in Philadelphia. At around $9 for the plate, the vegetarian combination platter is a steal. It's entirely vegan. They are good at labeling their vegan items (and the entire vegetarian menu is vegan). The coffee is great and I love how during the day it acts as a coffee shop. 4 stars for inattentive service.
(4)
Swathi J.

The food was good. Good quantity. The Injera is something very close to Indian Dosa. The only reason they get 4 starts is because the food was cold. Will surely visit again!
(4)
j h.

Just a tip- the injera is made with wheat so not safe for those with gluten intolerance/celiac.
(5)
Jasmine K.

Delicious and inexpensive. I just had the best tibs for lunch. I can't believe I've driven past this restaurant so many times without trying it. It is now my favorite Ethiopian restaurant in the city. So incredibly delicious!
(5)
Michael B.

This review is strictly for the coffee, as I have not tried the food yet. Dear fellow yelpers, It is such a joyous occasion for me to write to you today. After months of searching and searching, I have finally found the best coffee in the University city, Rittenhouse, Penn Center area. Kaffa coffee is one of those rare things in life where mere words can not articulate the experience. If you want the perfect blend of smooth delicate notes, with the perfect nutty accent, this is your cup of coffee. At under $2 for a "bucket"of coffee this is my new go to spot. The owner is super chill, but loves to talk about coffee. After a long day, or before; you owe it to yourself to try this coffee.
(5)
Michelle L.

I've only had Ethiopian food a handful of times before, but I didn't find Kaffa Crossing to be particularly good. I wasn't feeling hungry enough for lamb or beef, so I ended up ordering the tofu wot. The injera was good, but I wasn't impressed with the tofu. The sauce had a hint of spice but was otherwise bland and kind of tomato-y. The service was mediocre and nothing special as well. I don't know if I'd return for the food, but their coffee and drinks menu looked amazing (Peppermint patty hot chocolate? Raspberry swirl latte? Totally my kinda stuff) - I'd go back to try those!
(3)
Colleen M.

I love this place! I just moved to this neighborhood and I've been coming here every day. The coffee is really good, actually, which I wasn't expecting from an Ethiopian joint, so I stop here for my morning coffee. Food is also really great -- I go for the vegetarian combo and the breakfast options, all super delicious. You can ask them to make more or less spicy for you. It's always quiet here so it's great for me to study. A small local business worth supporting!
(5)
Tiya B.

I would have given this please two stars but the owner (at least I'm assuming he is the owner) seems like such a sweet heart that I'm adding another star. The food is somewhat bland. It's better than a few other Ethiopian restaurants that I've been to, but doubt I'll be back. I'm still on the quest to find a great Ethiopian restaurant in Philly!
(3)
Jennifer C.

SO YUMMY. Ordered the veggie dish and added beef tips, tofu, and eggplant. Everything was so amazing and got the Injera bread on the side. Injera is like a spongey pita bread, only slightly bitter and more like a tortilla than flatbread. Hard to describe but it's yummy. Get coffee too. Ethiopian coffee rocks, and rocks even more when ordered at an Ethiopian restaurant. Eat with your hands. Don't wear white.
(5)
Sam P.

I enjoyed both a delicious coffee and a delicious smoothie here and got a bunch of work done at this lively and cozy cafe/restaurant.
(4)
Jacob T.

My girlfriend and I wanted to camp out at a coffee shop for a few hours to do work and stumbled across Kaffa Crossing. As lovers of Ethiopian cuisine, and haters of crowded midtown Starbuck(s), the quaint West-Philly cafe seemed like a perfect option. Not only does Kaffa Crossing make great coffee, but they serve perhaps the best Ethiopian food we've had in Philly. The spicy beef tibs and veggie combo were on point, and I can't say that I've had better injera outside of D.C. Plus Kaffa is a great place to do work! For a quick coffee or a full-on Ethiopian feast, this place gets the job done, and does it well.
(5)
Ashleigh M.

Kaffa Crossing was my first Ethiopian experience and the food was delicious! A girlfriend and I shared the vegetarian platter and added a side of eggplant. It was more than enough for two once you couple the platter with the Injera - this crazy amazing spongy pancaky bread that you use to scoop up all other delightfulness served. The service was definitely lacking as we sat at the table for a good fifteen minutes before we even saw anyone to give us menus. However, the delicious food, the prices, and the fact that it's a BYO will keep me coming back for more!
(4)
Laura F.

Love this place. My mom is ethiopian so injera is something that I grow up with. This place has great food and atmosphere the only down fall is the waiting time which is usually pretty long at least for me, but for the rest is great and most of it has wifi so you can work and/or study!!!! Love it!!!
(4)
Jennifer P.

Beef tibs. Please order the beef tibs. ...please. The unassuming exterior belies the warm and comfortable interior of this coffeeshop-meets-Ethiopian-restaurant. The coffees and teas are worth the visit but if you are on the lookout for food, read the first line of my review.
(5)
Ben Y.

Delicious. We moved to west Philly a couple of weeks ago, and have been binging on all of the delicious Ethiopian fare. This is far and away the best we've encountered so far. Yum.
(5)
Jonathan B.

The breakfast ful was a great way to start the day, coffee was great. Wish the space had been a little cooler, also the injera should have been warm, but if you're looking for a quality Ethiopian meal and some coffee or a place to work in West Philly Kaffa is a great choice. The sambusas are spot on.
(3)
Sara N.

I had injera for the first time and it was exactly the taste and texture I imagined--a pleasant sour and spongy bread. The cafe is quiet and cozy, especially for their block of West Philadelphia, but the service was impersonal and unaccommodating (no egg whites).
(3)
C W.

This is one of the most underappreciated places in west philly. The service is excellent, the food is good, and the coffee is delicious. Everything is reasonably priced, and the people who run it are extremely welcoming and friendly. I sit here for hours working during the days and it's a perfect ambiance. One time I was short on cash, and they just told me to pay it next time I was in.
(5)
Vee M.

My 1st time eating Ethiopian food and I wasn't disappointed. The food was absolutely delish! Still wish I ordered the large pumpkin chai smoothie instead of the small.
(5)
Eric C.

First thing I craved when I arrived in this "big city" was Ethiopian! Understand that I come from Norfolk, Virginia where their idea of exotic is take out Chinese food (which is on every corner btw). Did a quick search and tried to find something easy to get to by foot and public transport. This one popped up and I wasn't sure at first whether they would meet expectations. I mean... they're a cafe. Even when you walk in you're not very reassured because it's like you're walking into a Starbucks... and they don't serve meals! Anyways, when I was handed a menu I was reassured and I saw the familiar items of tibs and wot! I have been here several times now and I do like their lamb and beef a lot. Chicken is ok, but I like the others better! The okra wot was slightly tangy which made it fun to eat. All the vegetables from chickpeas to lentils were fantastic. They also had a decent list of smoothies that seemed delicious as well. Bring your friend who have never tried Ethiopian food before! Remember... no utensils!
(4)
Ted M.

Tasty and affordable Ethiopian food, but not authentic presentation Their food tastes great but they serve it on Western-style plates and tables instead of the traditional woven basket tables. They do use injera though which is very good. I've been here twice now and will return. Their berbere is not as spicy as I was hoping but I would assume you can customize it.
(4)
Tracey J.

Ate at Kaffa this evening. My 1st time trying Ethiopian food. After I got used to no silverware, it was pretty good. Service was adequate even though me and my friend were the only people there. Vegetarian entrees were good, as was the sponge-like injera bread. But the beef tibs - Oh My God. As gristle-y and tough as could be. Were there shoelaces in this meat? Was this meat? Was it really beef or possibly some other poor hapless animal that took a wrong turn on the way home? Prices were reasonable - of course!
(3)
Adam P.

Man, we had one baddddddd experience here a couple weeks ago. Came here on a Friday night and there was only one person working the front of the house. Started off fine, as he took our orders and filled up our water glasses. Unfortunately, we wouldn't hear anything from him again for nearly an hour. No refills, no 'sorry, we're shorthanded and your food will be a little while longer', no 'can I get you some bread while you wait', or anything like that. Just straight ignored us or was in the back of the restaurant (probably cooking since we wouldn't see him for stretches of time). Finally someone in our party asked if our food would be ready soon, to which he assured us it would... and it didn't come out for about another twenty minutes. With half of our table enduring headaches and ready to keel over from lack of sustenance, the food was quickly inhaled with a flurry of injera flying in all directions. We got the lamb, beef tibs, hummus platter, and ful to share. Both of the meat dishes were very chewy (I think I worked off more calories trying to digest them than were actually in the food), but well seasoned and sauced. The ful was good, the hummus was very good, and the injera was exactly what it should be. Our waiter never came back to check on us or to see if our food was all hot and what we ordered, and we basically had to chase him down later to pay for our meal. Amidst our endless wait, we saw other tables full of famished people hoping their food would arrive before midnight. Thank goodness the food was (mostly) good, or this would have been my first 1 star review. That said, I sure as hell won't be back to find out if this experience was a fluke.
(2)
Marc C.

I know when I've found a great coffee shop when I go to review it and have a moment's hesitation about letting the world in on your quiet and relaxed haven. Judging from the many praising reviews, I needn't have worried because it's apparently not quite the secret that I thought, but in some ways, this sums up Kaffa Crossing nicely: a great place that somehow manages to stay calm, relaxing and available to all. The coffee is undoubtedly of high quality, but the most striking element here is the warm colors, relaxing music and lovely decor. Frankly, this is the Xanax of coffee shops. Any coffee-induced jitters vanish just from looking around me. The food is varied and exotic, making this a perfect place for a mid-afternoon snack or quiet lunch date. There are plenty of opportunities for dipping Injera (pita-type light Ethiopian bread) into dips so go for one of those dishes if you're unsure. The free WIFI, newspapers for reading and friendly gent behind the counter seal the deal (and fifth star) for me. I'm here right now. Just before hitting 'post' I reached out for my large and cozy ceramic cup of rich coffee and thought "ok, this is a five-star place if ever I've seen one."
(5)
Mir S.

Great place to work while eating delicious food! Try the Ethiopian spice tea with a side of milk.
(5)
Eli A.

I give Kaffa Crossing five stars the service here is amazing. The Ethiopian food here is authentic and portions here are big and worth every cent. Kaffa is an amazing cafe that is a mix of everything Ethiopian restaurant, snack shack, smoothie bar, and coffee shop. I would recommend trying Kaffa out.
(5)
Victoria C.

I came here for dinner on a Saturday. This place wasn't packed, which is a good thing when you're looking for a quieter atmosphere to lounge around with some close friends. However, considering the number of tables occupied, it took considerable time for the food to come out (15-20 minutes, which really isn't that bad). The injera was soft and spongy, although also a bit (surprisingly) sour! The tofu and eggplant wot were good, although they were pretty sour too. As a result, one of my friends couldn't touch the eggplant wot after eating half. The best dish we ordered as the beef tibs, as the beef was nicely marinated (not too spicy) and perfectly balanced the sourness of the injera. Got the Coconut Chai Breeze (large), which was delicious and not too sweet, but it cost five dollars!
(3)
Ceasar B.

Kaffa is a bit deeper west than I usually travel, but glad I did. Unlike most cafes which are kind of informal and hipster, Kaffa has got a very nostalgic coffee house feel to it. The coffee is served with a saucer and spoon rather than just a mug, and the people visiting give it a sort of small-town meeting-house feel. As for the food itself, it's hard to be a fair critic because I don't eat Ethiopian much, but I found it enjoyable. The appetizer I ordered was basically shreds of injera soaked in spice and was very tasty. As for the main meal, I found it slightly less enjoyable than the appetizer, but still tasty. I forget exactly what I ordered, but it came out on a big plate covered in injera, with a large spread of sauce in the middle. (To be honest I didn't think the presentation was very good, almost reminding me of an unpainted canvas-- something felt missing.) The sauce was only mildly spicy and flavorful, which was disappointing, but it was spicy enough to pass and the injera itself had a slightly acidic flavor that was very tasty. And as for the coffee, it pleased as expected, with a signature acidic aftertaste.
(4)
Stan K.

very good
(4)
Marissa Ann Y.

Warm colors, cozy lighting, plants, pottery, and tables spaced nicely apart, Kaffa Crossing is a lovely coffee shop/Ethiopian restaurant located on 44th and Chestnut. I didn't order any food, but the coffee was delicious (and cheap!) and service was excellent. The barista went out of her way to walk my order to my table and was even kind enough to bring along some milk and sugar. She also allowed me to pay when I wanted (can we say laid back?) and kept the tables and floors clean. Wi-Fi was free and super stable, too. Definitely coming back here soon.
(5)
Ginger R.

Went here for a meal recently with two friends. While I like the ambience...a pretty environment, cozy and bright--the food was not up to par. We got the sambusa appetizers (good), the beef tebs (good but not great) and the veggie combination (meh). The veggie combo in particular was not as savory and well-spiced as at other Philly Ethiopian places. And our food came out lukewarm. Service was very, very slow; there seemed to be only one fellow working the place...running the coffee spot and serving as waiter. My friends liked the coffee. My hot chocolate was not at all chocolatey. So my advice is, if you are looking for a place to grab a coffee and chat, this will do. If you want tasty Ethiopian grub, go elsewhere. If you don't have two hours to dine, go elsewhere.
(2)
Kevin L.

You know that old adage about never going grocery shopping while you're hungry? The same reasoning applies to putting me in charge of ordering for a group at a restaurant when I'm famished. Bad things happen. And by "bad things" I mean "obscenely excessive quantities of delightful edibles." That pretty much sums up our experience at Kaffa Crossing. We went from hungry to stuffing-our-faces to explosively-full. At least it was on good food. For future reference, do -not- order two meat dishes and two veggie combos for four people. You will not finish it all. Three dishes between four people (who eat a lot) is way more reasonable. Don't miss out on the Yebeg tibs - tender, savory, and kicked up with some jalapeÃ±os, you can't go wrong. As others have mentioned, the injera here is stellar; it's just the right consistency of sponginess, and no portion of the huge rounds were dry or tough. Don't be deterred when you first walk into the space. Chances are, folks will be sipping java and working on their Macbooks, but you're in the right place. Apparently, Ethiopian cafÃ©/restaurant hybrids are a thing in Philly. Who knew? Kinda dangerous - it'd be easy enough to drop in to grab a coffee, working through the morning from the cute, homey ambiance and end up never leaving because the dinner's just that compelling. NB: Plastic's accepted, but AmEx is not.
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Kai M.

Oh, fellow Yelpers, you've let me down. I had a hankering for good Ethiopian and the reviews of this place made me expect, apparently, too much. First off, there's the location. It's hard to get over. I'm street savvy and not overly scared of watching my own back, but there's no getting over just how unpleasant this part of West Philly's ghetto really is. At 3pm on a weekday, it was already full of bums, crackheads, shady guys making comments, and more trash than I could wade through. Seriously, the location is a dump. I wouldn't go here alone, even during the day, and I sure as hell wouldn't come here at night, even with company. So that's par for the course. (Also, I digress: if you're the grungy or dreadlocked type of hipster, or just down with a more street crowd, you might not get the sort of looks I did. It's not like I walked out here decked out like a prepster, but I definitely got extra flack for being a whitey-white girl being where she shouldn't be.) The cafe itself is also very, very dingy. Paint peeling, rickety furniture, cracks in the flooring, more than a handful of free-roaming flies, etc. It was, I suppose, a little more "earthy" and a little less "homey" than I expected, in that regard. A glance behind the coffee bar at least told me that hygiene was definitely being maintained back there--can't speak for back in the kitchen, which is behind a solid door in the back. The lady behind the counter was very nice and spoke very limited English, which is usually, to me, a sign of good things to come. I have a good bit of travel under my belt and language barriers don't phase me. My beau and I got iced coffee, which was ok (I still like Almaz's better) and ordered a hummus platter to start, as well as yebeg tibs (spicy) and kitfo (medium rare). The hummus platter was generous, with decent hummus (probably not home-made), tons of extremely tasty green olives, and store-bought thick multigrain pita. Not exhilirating, but alright. The meat dishes came served together on a large platter, on top of injera, with a tiny portion of collard greens, a mild crumbled white cheese (think Feta in looks but cottage cheese in terms of taste), and yellow lentils--these added sides were no more than maybe 3 Tbsp each, though the tibs and kitfo portions were almost too generous. There was also an extra plate of injera on the side--definitely more than plenty, so don't even think about ordering extra. ;) All the sides were delicious, so I was sad the portions were so small. I did enjoy my partner's tibs, though I found it a little underwhelming and very greasy. My kitfo was floating in chili oil and, while tasty, had come raw rather than medium rare. (I loves me some still-mooing cow, but I also like to trust a place and don't generally get raw red meat items on a first visit, unless highly recommended.) That was fine, but how they managed to make raw ground beef heavy rather than light/refreshing, I don't know. My favorite part was the injera. I found it a little less sourdough-y/tangy than Almaz's (not better or worse, just different) but the texture was perfect. We dropped just under $50 with tip for those two iced coffees (which neither of us finished: rare for two ex-baristas), the appetizer, and two mains. It was too much, in my opinion, for the quality of food. Worst part, I had to stop by the pharmacy on the way home for a bunch of antacids because the kitfo just started riling my stomach up. I don't know if it was a freshness issue (it tasted fine--but was very highly spiced, so I might have been off on that count) or just all the chili oil everything was floating in. It took a half pack of extra-strength Rolaids before I felt alright, and it took me out of commission for the rest of the day. The service was friendly and not pushy; the atmosphere was laid-back. But the location was extremely iffy, and nothing about the experience makes me want to make another trip back to see if it was the kitfo's fault or my stomach's. Sorry Kaffa; I'll be sticking to Almaz from now on.
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William L.

Kaffa is still far and away the best place to get a coffee in ucity. I've finally tried their ethiopian food, and it's delicious. The whole atmosphere here is relaxed, fabulous, and moves at a "no rush" pace. People from all walks of life come in here- ethiopian american families, students, spanish tutors and study groups, and old leftists book circles all stop by. Don't expect this to be like a starbucks.
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Sharlenne S.

It was awesome to finally try ethiopian food with my favorite ethiopian friend. The place is really cute and the owners are so nice it hurts... I was even fed, which apparently is a traditional custom. Let me specify, it was the friend that fed me, not the owners. We had the fitfit, the ethiopian vegetarian combination platter, the kitfo, and plenty of injera. Way too much food for just two girls. Everything was great, particularly the yellow split peas and the collard greens. The kitfo was good, but a little too spiced for me. The texture of the injera is beyond dreamy, sourdough-y and fluffy! We also had plenty of some very nicely spiced tea. Best one ever. All in all, Kaffa Crossings was an incredible change from the food I normally eat.
(4)
San Y.

My first ever Ethiopian food experience. I thought the spongy injera was very sour (it's probably supposed to taste like that, but I thought it tasted like a spongy thin pancake going bad). Lamb was ruberry, but had very nice flavor and seasoning though. Tofu wot was sour too, so when eaten with the injera...uuhmm it wasnt dynamic flavor. The two stars were for the flavor of lamb and for the service. The lady was really nice.
(2)
Jonathan S.

I'm rating this as an Ethiopian restaurant, not a coffee shop. The ambiance of this place is great. Funky, comfortable, and welcoming. Service was friendly and attentive. Had chicken tibbs for dinner tonight. The flavors were strong (in a good way), but the food didn't seem to come together in the way that I'm used to good Ethiopian food. The food was apparently made from scratch, because it took about 40 minutes to arrive. I asked in advance how long it would take (20 minutes) and was prepared to wait. I pulled out my laptop to do some work. I was shocked to find out that the connection speed was 19Mbs upload AND download. speedtest.net/result/216â€¦ Overall a good experience. I'd come back.
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Tiffany C.

I like this place a lot, especially as a little neighborhood spot. The coffee is amazing. In fact, I never have a problem with the cafe portion of Kaffa. And the staff are generally very pleasant. My biggest problem: inconsistency in the food. I have had amazing food here and also really sub-par food. I will definitely continue to frequent this place but I hope that the food will be more consistent. This could be the best Ethiopian restaruant in West Philly but if they keep serving food that says "they wont know any better" they'll end up loosing good business.
(3)
Michelle L.

I had a hankering for Ethiopian food, and I heard West Philly is the place to go for authentic fare of that cuisine. I came here recently with a few girls I was in a Wharton group project with last semester - our collective grievances with that class were indeed a unifying force, and partially explains why we continued meeting up long after our last assignment was turned in... Anyway, Kaffa Crossing is on Chestnut between 44th and 45th, but it feels quite a ways away from even the westernmost tip of Penn's campus. I like the name; it is whimsical and romantic. The interior is modest and clean, though fairly spartan; softer lighting and light music would do wonders to create a more cafÃ©-esque mood, but alas! As they seem to have wi-fi, I could totally see myself grabbing lunch and a coffee here to do some work away, physically and spiritually, from the overly commercial eateries offered on campus (Au Bon Pain, anyone?). We ordered sambusas to start - and if you think it sounds like "samosa," points for you! It is indeed like a samosa, but with a lighter, flakier outer shell. I called it a "curry-filled wonton," which I'd say is a pretty good description! These were heavenly pillows of fried goodness :) For my entrÃ©e, I got an individual portion of the vegetarian combo. (I would have shared with the rest of the table, but I felt like I was coming down with something, so I culinarily quarantined myself for the evening.) The food itself was a little underwhelming. I've never had a fully vegetarian Ethiopian meal, so it's probably unfair to compare with my past experiences, but I thought there could be more spice and, well, energy, if that makes sense. Still, I was full and satisfied, and the coffee I got was excellent! Apparently, they are fair trade, too. If you are craving something off the beaten path, and you maintain your enthusiasm for hipstery things even when no one is looking, this might be the place for you :)
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Toki R.

This place is hit or miss. I like the vegetarian entrees and the injera is very good. The food is a bit blander than Dahlak and some of the other Ethiopian places in West Philadelphia. Also some dishes are expensive for what they are - chickpeas, beans, etc. - unless injera is very expensive and I am not aware of it. The vegetarian combo (which has small portions of 4 vegetarian dishes) is very good and I order it regularly. However, I wish there were more options for mixing and matching dishes, like being able to order 1/2 portions or 1/3 portions of various dishes. Unless you order the combo, you can't mix and match or you will be charged full price for each entree. Some items on the menu are not very good, like the chicken salad. It was like salty chicken jerky over lettucce with a ton of dressing. Also, I think their cappucinos are a bit watery and bitter. Overall, however, the atmosphere is good and there are always people studying or hanging out. Also, the place always smells amazing.
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Courtney J.

This place is great! The vegetarian platter is delicious and gives you a variety of things. It's also at a good price, around $8 if I remember correctly. If you go with another person who likes to eat the same kind of things, order two different dishes, and they'll put them all together on one plate laid over the injera (ethiopian bread). Then you can have an even bigger variety! The chicken here is really good. I ask them to make it spicy, but in my opinion it still could be a little more spicy (I like things really hot though). Service has been good the two times I've gone here. The staff is very friendly. The only reason I don't give it a fifth star is because the flavor isn't quite up to match the incredible Ethiopian food I used to eat in Memphis, which was also much more spicy. My other complaint would have to be parking, as there isn't a lot. You have to find your own on the street, which could be a problem sometimes. I will definitely come back though next time I'm in the University City area.
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Jessica S.

For the first time ever Yelp has truly let me down with this place. I couldn't care less about ambiance if the food is good. Unfortunately, that was not the case at Kaffa Crossing. The collard greens are surely canned or maybe just bad for other, unknown reasons. The yellow lentils are also particularly unappetizing. I left hungry with a plate full of greens and lentils. The beef tibs was tasty and the cabbage was also quite good. The menu said string beans, potatoes, cabbage and carrots. I had, literally, one small piece of a string bean and one, equally small, piece of carrot. I don't feel like I should pay upwards of $8 for a plate full of cabbage (which easily costs 30 cents a head). NO FAIR! I also ordered a smoothie hoping for something to fill me up the rest of the way. It was actually just juice. Admittedly, the juice was tasty but I could pick up mixed fruit juice from the grocery store and get a gallon of it for $4.95. I could potentially see myself returning to study over a cup of coffee but I'll make sure to go elsewhere once hunger strikes.
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Teddy P.

The food and environment are great. This is my favorite place to study. But their coffee leaves a lot to be desired. Come here to eat or study, not to caffeinate.
(4)
Alexandra W.

I got to go on a date with Blake F., Erin F., and Felicia D. this week. I'm new to Ethiopian food, but my compatriots are not. We got the veggie sample platter with a few extras, and Felicia and I split the lamb tibs. I was stuffed halfway through the meal, and we had left overs. The food was good, though the lamb was a little gristly. I really don't know if this is how it usually is or not, though. Guess how much our bill was. GUESS! Really, really inexpensive. That's how much. It's a shame I don't live near by anymore.
(4)
MaryAnn Z.

The coffee here is great. The vibe is great. The fact that most of their products are fair trade is great. What is not great is what the service turns into when the place is crowded. I guess that's typical of a lot of similar places, but if you're going to serve food at a coffee house, you need to be prepared for customers to eat and drink. Still, I think the mission of Kaffa is fantastic, and everyone is always super nice. It's a little out of the way for me, but you can also park in the lot if you have a car. I don't have a car. Boo.
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Felicia D.

Once upon a time in Rome, a few of my more adventurous friends dragged me to an Ethiopian restaurant. The heaps of undifferentiated glop and bony bits we received angered me greatly, because I was a student and could not afford to eat out and hate it. Feeling the loss of 15 euros, I vowed never to eat Ethiopian again. Now that I'm older and wiser, I realize the foods I've hated have just been terrible versions of those certain cuisines. Kaffa Crossing is the perfect restaurant to convert those new to Ethiopian, or those like myself who had a traumatizing experience. Tender collards diced in a mathematical brunoise, lightly spiced red lentils, chewy, flavorful lamb tibs and a kitfo touched with cinnamon (?) decorated the giant's plate of food we ordered. Scooping it all up with the best-textured, fresh injera I've ever encountered was gloriously messy and rewarding. Plenty of options here for vegans and vegetarians, but carnivores should definitely check out the kitfo. You order up to your preferred temp (I'd say rare or mid-rare) and it arrives looking for all the world like a bowl of raw hamburger. Don't be put off -- it's delicious.
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Jeremy D.

Great food, great price! I haven't had Ethiopian in years, but this definitely lived up to my expectations. One major difference was that it wasn't so spicy I couldn't eat it... that used to appeal to me, but not any more. If you're expecting the 5-alarm experience, you may be disappointed. Atmosphere is not amazing, but I'm not really into that. There are some pictures on the wall which the owner appears to have taken herself from around the world, based on the captions, and that excited me a lot more than fancy window treatments.
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Yolanda Y.

This place has been on my "to try" list for a while so I finally got around to it! The man working here was friendly and patient with us. I like that this place has a good laid back feel. Apparently their stuff is fair trade which I fully support. The menu is straightforward and it says what you'll get in case it's your first time. I think the prices could be cheaper but that's ok. The food was good. It's not my favorite Ethiopian place in the neighborhood but it's good enough.
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Bill M.

My free caramel flavored crack caffeine from Dunkin Donuts didn't quite do it for me so I was in the mood for a little something more. Since I remembered Sara's awesome review for here I decided to give it a try. and I have to say I'm glad that I did because this place is pure coffeehouse nirvana. In a way it's very much a secret because it's the only thing on it's block that I can think of that's worth going too. I thought that I've had Iced Chai Latte before, but apparently I haven't because the stuff I've picked up before had nothing on what here dished out for me. and the menu is nothing short of exciting. There was plenty of veggie sandwiches, decadent looking chocolate cake, all kinds of caffeinated treats, and addicting sounding smoothies. Great layout for a coffeehouse too. Every table had a power adapter close by for your laptop. there was plenty of cool Ethiopian decor, comfy couches, and a fully loaded bookshelf with scrabble too. I think I'm hooked!
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Lauren C.

What a yummy-smelling, nice-music-playing, good-coffee-serving place! I came here in a snowstorm for the first time to see if it would make a good addition to my go-to coffeeshop spots. Glad I did - I think this one will end up in heavy rotation. There's a nice coffee/espresso bar when you walk in. You can stick with your coffee and hang out to get some work done for a few hours, but you also have the option of grabbing a menu off of the counter and ordering some reasonably tasty and reasonably priced Ethiopian food (which I did, shortly after coffee #3). I got the vegetable combo, which was pretty good and came with plenty of injera. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is warm and cozy, and the bathroom has a sign that says "please do not flush hand or towels down the toilet." I'm sold.
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Danan R.

I came here for lunch with some friends and we were all quite pleased with both the food and service. We split the tibs (very nicely flavored and tender), kitfo (fresh and tender; we got it rare), and veggie platter. The standout veggie dishes were the eggplant and collard greens. They were nicely sauteed and flavored with garlic. They went well with the injera, which was soft and spongy. I love the coffeehouse vibe and the fact that they have an awesome raspberry swirl latte. This is the place for good Ethiopian food in the city - plus, you can get a latte or smoothie to go. One of these days, I will drag myself up and here to get the breakfast.
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Arjun N.

Kaffa Crossing is a combination coffee shop and Ethiopian restaurant. I think this is the best Ethiopian restaurant in Philly. Apart from being cheap ($8-10 entrees), they do have a great vegetarian combo platter (a must for Ethiopian food, since all their veggie dishes are delicious and you don't want to miss out by ordering a single vegetable dish). Their doro tibs are great. I especially like the fact that you can add additional "sides" to the vegetarian combo. I usually add the Okra (their Okra is not the best I've had, but it's pretty good). Portions are large (you can split 2 entrees between 3 people) too. Cheap and good. What more do you want?
(5)
amanda y.

By far The best Ethiopian place I've been to in Philly! better than Dahlak, Ethio Cafe, and Abyssnia, - Had the fastest service I've experienced in a Philadelphian Ethiopian restaurant. Waitress was very sweet and quick with refilling water and bringing more injera. - We had kitfo, collard greens, and some other beef entree (I forget) for 2 people. Honestly I dont think we needed to order the collard greens because we were stuffed to capacity without finishing everything. Portions are huge and super cheap. Our total for 3 things was about $26. - gave plenty of little sides, and the entrees were so mouth-watering/heaven - free wifi, clean restaurant will definitely be back again. the only downside is they're not open on Sundays.
(5)
Becky K.

If you want a laid-back peaceful haven in West Philadelphia, this is the place to go. A high ceiling and large fans give the small location an airy atmosphere, and the Ethiopian art scattered here and there with joyful African music playing quietly in the background gives the customer a home-like, out-of-Philadelphia experience . Free WiFi enables patrons to get work done, all while feasting on delicious, healthy, and filling food. And if you need a caffienated pick-up, the coffee and cappucino are out this world!
(5)
Ashvin N.

Awesome food for lunch
(5)
Y. G.

Good African food. Nothing too surprised but also not bad. The service is friendly.
(3)
Ian P.

Easily my favorite restaurant West of the Schuylkill...and beats most of those to the East as well. I love this place, and the owners are super-friendly! They have vegan options on their menu which is great, and everything is delicious.
(5)
Grace S.

I tried this place out for lunch and I was surprised to see so many grad students hanging out here on a Sunday afternoon. It's not in the best part of town but it is nice and clean inside with lots of tables and chairs. There is a cashier counter and glass case in the middle of the restaurant where you can order to grab and go. There are typical cafe fare and plenty of coffee. I didn't try these things and went right to ordering Ethiopian food after I sat down (there is waiter service). It's like Almaz in that a husband and wife couple run the place but I have to say that the food is definitely different. The lamb entree is very flavorful but it's not stew-like, it's very dry. It is sauteed with plenty of bell peppers and onions. They give you plenty of "bread" and the veggie platter is enough to share between 2 people. They ask you how spicy you want your food and I asked for spicy and it was perfect. I didn't like their potato/cabbage/carrot concoction (which is my favorite at Almaz) because it was soggy and not very flavorful. The other parts of the platter were very good though and overall, I thought the food was very good. This place is cheaper than Almaz but I'm guessing it's because of the real estate and surrounding area. If I'm ever in W. Philly, I'll definitely go here again.
(3)
Jacqueline W.

What a sweet little place. I haven't even tried the food yet but my roommates have said great things.. This is just a few blocks from our place so its conveniently located and a good place to do work or study. Its also much less crowded than the other cafes in the area so you can actually get a seat and an outlet. =) I'm not sure if they usually play music but I came early on a weekend so it was pretty quiet. Only a few other tables were occupied with lap tops and coffee mugs. The interior is warmly decorated with Ethiopian art, dark wood with cherry red and light yellow paint schemes. (and I love a place with details like art glass transoms and tin coffered ceilings!) The best part of my experience was the woman behind the counter. I was short a dollar in paying for my coffee and ginger cherry biscotti but when I told her just to take the biscotti off, she insisted I take it. "I buy" she said. I wanted to hug her. What a wonderful gesture on a rainy Sunday morning! I'll definitely be back soon.
(5)
Anthony W.

First, I'll say there was a break down in communication. I looked at the menu online and I was really looking forward to the pumpkin chai smoothie. I got there looked over the menu to see the prices and I thought they were a bit steep, but whatever I was there. I thought I placed my order and I thought wrong. I asked the cashier if I could get the pumpkin chai without the banana. She looked at me like I was crazy and just smiled. I said... so is that possible? Which one she says. I said number 2... pumpkin chai with no bananas. Then she repeated after me. I said yeah. And then she told me no. I said why not. She just smiled and said no. I'm like "Oh boy..." I said OK I still want it even with bananas. And then I ordered some Yebeg Tibs and had a seat. My tibs came out after a little while and I'm waiting patiently. I just started to eat... I was hungry. She came over and asked if everything tasted fine. I said yes and she smiled and left. I flagged her to come back and I asked if my smoothie was coming out. She said, "but it has bananas." WAKKA WAKKA! SIMON DIDN'T SAY! So I got the pumpkin chai smoothie with bananas too and it was alright. I'd never been there, but I just had a feeling that it was going to be more bananas than anything AND IT WAS! That's why I wanted straight pumpkin and when she declined without reason I already knew what time it was. Other than that, the injera was tart. Is it supposed to be? I don't know. The tibs were pretty good. I really didn't appreciate moment after moment of being lost in translation. I even asked a question about another Ethiopian dish and again, she looked at me like I was crazy and just smiled. I just left and went on my way. For nearly $20 I wasn't pleased, but I still showed a little love in the tip jar. I'll say this about good foreign restaurants. If the server/waiter whoever can't answer a question due to a language issue, they'll find somebody else in there who can. I was really turned off by that.
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Aruna A.

Kaffa's Crossing is a real gem in West Philly. I wish I lived closer! First of all, there is always parking on the block, so accessing it is easy. Second of all, it's got GREAT prices. Third, and most importantly, the food is great. I personally love Ethiopian food, as it is pretty similar to Indian food, which as a brown fool is near and dear to my heart. The red spicy lentils were the best version of that I have probably ever had. Additionally, the injera was perfect - spongy and soft and tasty. The portions are huge for the price you pay. And I think I enjoyed this Ethiopian food experience the best so far in Philly. Almaz and Dhalak are good - but this is way better. I totally think it's worth the trek into West Philly. GO HERE. Tons of vegi options to :)
(5)
Fay H.

Update: Ok, there was handsoap the last time I went. Every time I go and there is actually handsoap in the bathroom, I'll increase my rating by one star.
(2)
Ruth Y.

This place had a cute coffeehouse format, very different than most of the other Ethiopian restaurants, but was still quite spacious. It had wonderful hardwood floors that would have been perfect for a salsa night with the tables removed. Ok, I digress. The menu was not extremely extensive. On the other hand, the price was a bit more than other Ethiopian places. When the food came out, I barely contained myself long enough to say grace before pouncing on the HUMONGOUS plate. I would say that the portions are about 30% - 50% larger than at Abyssinia's and maybe 200% larger than at Dahlak's. No, I am not being hyperbolic. The food generally was quite delicious; the lamb and other ingredients seemed very fresh. Kaffa Crossing's Gomen (collard greens) is probably the best of any Ethiopian restaurant in the city. The only really disappointment I had at Kaffa was the injera (spongy sourdough pancake that you eat everything). Although the injera that came on the separate plate was okay, the injera that lined the plate underneath the food was dry. My knowledgeable companion, who comes to Kaffa quite often, stated that the injera is not always consistent - sometimes dry, but usually okay in her opinion. All in all, a great dining experience. It's a bit more expensive (read a dollar or two), but you are getting more also. Thanks to this post, now I have a horrible almost uncontrollable craving for Ethiopian food. Good thing I'm not even close to being in Philly.
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Kate M.

I just moved up from DC, which supposedly (I've never verified this, but I've heard it repeated so many times that, gosh, it MUST be true!) has the largest Ethiopian population outside of Ethiopia. So, when my friend here in Philly suggested we go to an Ethiopian place, I was, well, cautiously optimistic. And I wasn't disappointed! We split a giant vegetarian combo among the 5 of us. It was good. Not quite spicy enough, the injera was a little bland, but we were all full and happy by the time we left. The cabbage, okra, and eggplant were the standouts. Two people in the group got smoothies and the one I tried--some kind of fruit combo--was awesome. Service was ok, I don't think the waitress was too happy with us for rolling in at 8 because they do want you to be done with your meal and out the door by 9. Kind of odd for a restaurant. Regardless, I'm glad this place is here and I'm glad that I can get decent Ethiopian food in Philly.
(4)
Nadim K.

Ok My father is from Ethiopia and I know proper ethiopian food when I smell it. This place is not it. The injera is more than a few days old ( it gets sour as it ages). The Ethiopian spices have been watered down to what they should be so the food has lost its touch. Your supposed to eat Ethiopian food and have the smell on your fingers of the the Mitmita even if you wash your hands with lye. The so called Ethiopian eggs I ordered were more like tex mex because they came with jalapeÃ±o and bell peppers. Bottom Line - come here for coffee/tea not your dinner the owner is present and the interior decor is that of the "new west philly".
(2)
Julia C.

I love Kaffa Crossing because it's the best in two worlds: they have wonderful Ethiopian menu - lots of Vegetarian options . We came for lunch on a saturday and I had Ethiopian Vegetarian Combo - ellow split peas, spiced split lentils, collard greens, string beans & carrots and salad. Yum! my friend had Spicey Doro Tibs (chicken). Prices are reasonable. Kaffa Crossing is also a coffeehouse where they serve fair trade Ethiopian coffee and yummy pastries. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. I think Kaffa Crossing is as good as the full-fledge Ethiopian restaurants on Baltimore Ave and thereabout.
(5)
Candice B.

At first glance, Kaffa Crossing is just another independent coffee shop that has found a home in West Philly. It features free Wi-Fi, live music on the weekends, vegan baked goods, and tables occupied by people staring at laptop screens while occasionally reaching for a coffee mug. But Kaffa is a little bit more. Besides the standard coffee shop choices, the menu offers an interesting assortment of hot drink concoctions involving fair trade coffee, teas, and steamed milk. If it's a little warm for that, try one of their creative smoothies. If it's food you're looking for, check out the pre-wrapped sandwiches and cakes in the case at the counter, or browse the menu for hot, fresh Ethiopian food. If you've never had Ethiopian food, this is probably the place to start out, as the food is better than Dahlak and the service is friendlier than Abyssinia (though if you've been to Abyssinia, you know that's not saying much). It does get a bit crowded on the weekends, so if you're looking to sit for awhile and eat, go earlier in the day or stick to the weekdays. Also, when they get an unexpected volume of restaurant patrons, they tend to run of out things.
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Greg A.

ANOTHER 5 STAR REVIEW ...WHY? BECAUSE IT'S JUST THAT GOOD! The Ethiopian food is fresh and delicious. There is a good variety for vegetarians and vegans. The coffee is strong. The atmosphere is comfortable relaxed, the music is always interesting, but never too loud. The folks that run the place are super nice!! It's CHEAP! It's GOOD! Just COME!!!
(5)
M J.

I had the design your own vegetarian platter- okra, eggplant, cabbage, and tofu. It tasted fresh and could use a little extra seasoning, but overall good. The place is quiet and gives off a cool coffee shop vibe. I'm happy I found a decent Ethiopian food restaurant in the city!
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Janelle M.

Wow, I'm surprised to see so many good reviews for this place. I've been to quite a few ethiopian restaurants and this was probably my least favorite. We started with the super greasy overly fried Sambusa that was clearly cooked in grease that hasn't been changed in some time. The vegetarian sampler was better than the Sambusa, but like I said, mediocre is the best way to describe it. The misir wat and the kik aletcha wat were ok, but the tikel gomen and the collard greens were not so ok, especially the collards, which are usually my favorite. Lack of ambiance and subpar service can be overlooked if the food is good, but it wasn't good.
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Bryanne R.

YUM! 1. AMAZZZZZZZZZING food 2. Good service and the management cares about what the customers think. They're super nice to talk to. 3. Cute, authentic atmosphere with a coffee-shop kick. 4. Get the okra dish. I am in love with it. PS. When I made a reservation there once they made me call back the day of, because they didn't do advance reservations or something. It was kind of weird.
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Marcel M.

Started with a mango, banana Smoothie. Very tasty. Next up was the Sambusa. A deep-fried triangular pastry filled with potatoes, peas, carrots and spices. A little over cooked but still very good. Good flavor and just the right amount of spice. Yum. Next up to bat, The Kitfo. It's beef, spiced butter and spices. I opted for medium rare. It comes with injera. The bread indigenous to Ethiopia. Also comes with collard greens and a carrot/squash combo. I gotta say I wasn't crazy about my meal. I mean, when they say tiny pieces of meat they weren't kidding. Minuscule might better describe it. Meat flavor was indistinguishable. The taste of butter was far too powerful. Not enough spice cooked in either. The greens were on the bitter side. The carrots/squash was very good. I'm not an Ethiopian expert by any means. Matter of fact my only recent experience was at Era not long ago to contrast too. The meal at Era was memorable. It had my nose running a bit but in a good way. It was very spicy but soooooo good. And the flavors were excellent. To me the injera was better at Era, less cold and spongy. The waitress who seemed to be part of the family was very sweet. though
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Vivek s.

This place is as good as it gets - equally as good as Abyssinia and better than Dhalak or Ethio cafe. The injera is always fresh and the veggie combo is fantastic. Good portions. Its BYO too and has great coffee and more reliable internet than most coffee shops in west Philadelphia.
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P R.

This place far and away exceeds the 3 other Ethiopian spots I have tried in West Philly. The food is very good (I recommend the vegetarian platter), the lady behind the counter is very friendly, and the space is relaxing. Not to mention the fact that Kaffa brews some of the best coffee out of the bazillion coffee spots in West Philly. Oh yeah, and they accept credit cards. Who knew anybody accepted credit cards in West Philly?
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Christa B.

Kaffa Crossing was my first experience with Ethiopian food. Despite the trek from campus, I'd say it was worth it. For those who haven't had Ethiopian food before, the meal consists of a stew of sorts, wot (similar to an Indian balti) served atop an (enormous) crepe/pancake. Unfortunately for me, I didn't factor my gluten intolerance into the mix when deciding to get Ethiopian, making my sampling of the sourdough, spongy injera bread limited. I ordered the soup of the day, which was fresh and delicious, albeit mildly spiced vegetable. My friends and I split the tofu wot, the eggplant wot, and the yellow split pea (kik aletcha) wot. To me, the kik aletcha was the blandest of the three, the other two tasty, yet lacking sufficient spice. If i return, I will definitely ask for more spice, and will probably also order a meat dish to see how it compares. Service and ambiance-wise, our waitress was extremely friendly and helpful, and the cafe in general had a comfy, warm atmosphere. Oddly enough, the only dessert to my knowledge was biscotti, an odd choice for an Ethiopian restaurant. The food here is good, although spice lovers, make sure to ask for heightened spiciness! As for me, I may return; the only thing hampering me is the virtual uselessness of the injera given my gluten intolerance. Everyone else, eat away!
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Shivon R.

For my first experience with Ethiopian food, it wasn't too bad! I ordered from the vegetarian menu: cabbage and carrots with Ethiopian spices. It was very good and super filling. In fact I still had a good portion left by the time I was done. Next time I think I'll try the vegetarian sampler plate.
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James J.

This is easily one of my favorite places in the city. Despite not being the biggest fan of Ethiopian food, I love their kitfo. They also brew a great cup of coffee, and the people that work there are some of the nicest you'll ever meet. I normally come alone for the kitfo or to have a cup of joe and get some writing done, but it's also a good place for groups, meetings, dates and the like. It's really just a wonderful, warm and inviting place.
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Nat P.

Part cafe, part restaurant, and local hangout; this describes Kaffa Crossing. I stopped by the other day for some din din and was really surprised at what I found when I walked in. The location led me to believe that this place might not be as inviting as it actually was. It's a couple stores up from 44th and Chestnut, slightly hidden by trees if you are driving by. Upon entering you find a very inviting space, with lots of tables spread around, couches, and books. There were lots of local artwork on the walls, some of which it seem were for sale. That was cool. The vibe of the place was very chill. The night I went, there was live music. It caught me slightly off guard since you walk right past the stage area when you enter the cafe. But it's all good. I like to make a big entrance anyway! Everyone was really nice there. I ordered the Yebeg tibs (lamb dish with onions, tomato and jalapenos) from a very decent menu. There were lots of vegetarian offerings, meat dishes and soups and salads and a few appetizers. Not as extensive as other places, but rather solid menu. Service was great, it was sort of busy since there were a good number of people there for the music it seemed. My dish was rather good. The lamb was well seasoned, however not as spicy as I would have liked, but very exotic tasting. It comes as little bits of lamb, not chunks or big pieces, so don't expect that. I had this on top of a bed of very fluffy couscous. I enjoyed the meal, along with the price, which was very inexpensive. Apart from the eats, this place has great coffee. So if you are looking for a good cup, good eats and some free Wi-Fi. This place might be for you!
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Na P.

The service is not the best but the food is awesome. Vegetarian combo is the best bet for fellow herbivores.
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Jon P.

Love, love, love Kaffa Crossing. A coffee shop with great smoothies and excellent food options--how can you go wrong? This place is rarely crowded, and the staff never makes you feel even a hint of having over-stayed your welcome, so you can sit and crank out work (or talk with friends for as long as you want). You can start in the morning with a coffee, stay through a delicious lunch, and sustain yourself through the afternoon with a fantastic smoothie. Perfection. For the food, my favorite is the misir wot (lentils), with the similarly-prepared split yellow peas a close second. Both dishes are some of the best Ethiopian food I've ever had. I love the injera (wide, flat spongey, moist, sour-doughy bread that the dishes are served on and that doubles as a utensil) at Kaffa--it is perfectly moist and spongey and sour. I go to Kaffa at least every week or two. Love it.
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Secret V.

Best Ethiopian food I've had in Philly! Kaffa's got lots of awesome veg options (like their raw mock-tuna salad and the only existing "tofu wat" in the city, if not the whole U.S.), plus lots if stuff for egg-and-meat-eaters. They're also a full service coffee/tea/smoothie bar--all fair trade! And the food is cheap: $8.50 for a 5-dish veg combo with extra injera!
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Sara C.

Kaffa Crossing is a true gem in West Philly, and one I've unfortunately neglected far too often - but most certainly will not do anymore. Nestled on the 4400 block of Chestnut, its big front windows are warm and inviting. The interior of the cafe is gorgeous - beautiful wooden floors, contrasting red and yellow walls with modern art, and Ethiopian arts and crafts. There is a great mix of comfy chairs and couches. The menu is unparalleled - with a wide variety of espresso drinks (standard and specialty) to delicious smoothies. The coffee is amazing - Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee, after all. The food? Absolutely the best Ethiopian in the city, handily beating out the much more popular spots Abyssinia and Dahlak. The spongey bread, injera, used to dip in all sorts of spicy combinations of lentils, beans, meat, and veggies is made fresh daily. I'm fairly sure Kaffa sees less traffic than A & D due to the fact that they don't serve alcohol. Best of all, prices on the coffee, tea, and food are much lower than other area spots. I think what really completes the Kaffa experience is the diverse mix of folks that come through the door, from local Ethiopian families to students and punk rock kids. It's a perfect representation of the neighborhood. I can't wait for more of your misir wot and ful, Kaffa Crossing.
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Mark C.

Great meals and large portions. I always feel healthy eating here because of the ingredients. I don't just eat here. I also use the WI-FI a lot. It's one of the most reliable signals in Philly. And the AIR CONDITIONING is critical now (today Hi 94 degrees). The coffee is great whether iced or not.
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Alex Z.

This is a really awesome place. Not only do they sell coffee and baked goods like a typical coffee shop, but they also serve some very tasty Ethiopian-style food. They also sell some *outstanding* freshly-baked bread (which is not cheap but is definitely worth the price!) from a local bakery. The place is clean and the people who work here are friendly. Downsides? Mediocre teabag-tea only, and not exactly the most cozy atmosphere, although it's pleasant. It's bright, cheerful, and very yellow.
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Stacey S.

Some of the best Ethiopian food in the city- if you like Ethiopian food (sounds obvious but you'd be surprised.) Take friends & share a large plate of stuff with injera & don't be afraid to try the kitfo- its DELICIOUS.
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John W.

The times I go, I'm a creature of habit. Coffee and shiro wot. Their wot is absolutely amazing. I like the atmosphere as well. I can get work done, and it's a pretty spacious place - especially compared to West Philly's other closet sized cafes.
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Sharon W.

This place is really amazing. They have really good cafe-type fare, and really good food, too. Why don't I go here more? For vegetarians like myself i strongly recommend the fake tuna salad, especially in summer. I wish they sold it in huge containers because it is so delicious I would eat it every day.
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A B.

We came to Philly visiting our friend for the weekend. She took us to Kaffa's and we all ordered a hot drink off of the specials menu. All of our drinks tasted very fresh but a bit too sweet and rich for my taste. We had great conversation and the atmosphere really encourages it. It seems that many people come there to debate, share, and laugh. The price range is about $2-5 for drinks. We didn't try the food as we had just eaten. We went again the very next day for hot drinks. I got a chai latte which was very delicious, but actually a bit less rich than i would have liked (now, i just sound insatiable). However, you can tell that drinks are high quality. My friend also ordered sambusas, triangle filled pastry, that didn't seem to have been given as much love and consideration as the coffees and hot drinks. They seem like they are usually in the state of frozen. However, it is a cute place. It seems to forever have at least six people there no matter how freezing it is outside. The owner and wife (?) seem like very nice people. Will probably be back again the next time we are in Philly.
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Kendall S.

Great smoothies, kind of expensive but worth it and comparably priced for the neighborhood. Can't say anything about the food.
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Amanda F.

I would like to give this place more stars, because the food I was finally able to order was delicious, but when I went the last time, I tried ordering four different things before they finally had something available! This was a little frustrating because I was really looking forward to trying the doro tibs, but they were out. Then I tried to order the shiro wat, and they were out. Then I tried to order the tofu wat, but... you get the idea. The misir wat that I actually did end up trying was perfectly spiced and very filling, the injera light and spongy and delicious, but it's still not really what I had wanted to get. The service was also VERY slow, although the cafe itself is pretty cute and they had some delicious looking pastries in the case.
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Marc M.

I like Kaffa because it's close to home. If I want to step out and have a cup of coffee and change my scenery, it's the place to go. The coffee is decent; I've yet to try any food there beyond the biscotti, which has been fine. It's also nice that they have wi-fi.
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Judith C.

Wow, this place is great! I was pretty much willing to write off Ethiopian food after giving Abyssinia and Dahlak several tries. Kaffa is way better. The food is perfectly seasoned, fresh, and prepared with care. If you like beans for breakfast, which I do, the Ful Special is incredibly delicious. It is a warm bowl of ful topped with a very spicy sauce and some cooling yogurt, served with injera. The other menu items are good too, at least the vegetarian ones I tried. The collards are garlicky and fresh, and the okra is great too. The Ful Special is the best thing I tried - I could eat that every day of my life.
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Elisha C.

As a coffee shop junkie, I've got to say that Kaffa Crossing is the best place I've found in West Philly for when you want something more than your standard coffee and espresso. In addition to the usual fair trade coffees, Kaffa Crossing has a pretty unique menu of specialty drinks that cover any craving you might have. They also have a great selection of smoothies that are a tasty alternative when you don't need that caffeine fix (or when you want to at least pretend that you've had something healthier than the peppermint patty hot chocolate you had your eye on). The biggest perk might be that it's one of the few places in West Philly that takes credit cards. With free Wi-Fi and a cozy interior, Kaffa Crossing is a great addition to Chestnut St. that brings something different while still feeling like a part of the neighborhood.
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Sharon M.

Came here by recommendation for the Ethiopian food. I had the Yebeg Tibs Wot or something to that name.. which is the lamb in barbere sauce. I tried the mild at first but since it was lacking in flavor and mostly salty i asked for the hot sauce; hoping for more flavor but to my chagrin there was only fire with the spicy sauce. The atmosphere was a coffee shop for poets and school kids. The bathroom was quite big and pretty nice; although they had a South Philly plumber install the faucet. you know the old hot for cold and cold for hot. So there's free Wifi here and I was able to check my email from my Ipod. I always wondered how peeps trade up on privacy for public display of inter-netting. So out of curiosity I asked the girl sitting next to me on her laptop; (she had earplugs in so she could listen to her music while publicly displaying her saavy sense of googling) why she chose to do her work in a coffee shop rather than in the privacy of her home? She removed her plugs and said, "I don't have internet." I never even thought of that one. Wow, not paying for internet! So you have to drudge all your work over to a coffee shop everyday. What a hassle. Hey but that's my opinion. I watched the West Philly view through the huge window from inside the coffee shop and viewed a few crack whores stumbling by, heroine addicts, kids fighting with leftover building materials and bums mumbling to themselves and less not forget the ravaged dilapidated homes. And for the first time in my many years of Philly living I got to see a Police Crimes Unit Truck ride past! wow, so that's what they look like! As I walked down to catch the bus (since I'm on a mission to avoid parking tickets since they're now $36) the numerous damaged personage that walked around me like zombies made me realize West Philly can raise the rents and the property values but its still (to quote Sharon PInkerson at a meeting where she was speaking about the "Old PHilthy") The 3 D's... "Dirty, Dangerous & Disgusting"
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Sophiya S.

N and I made an unplanned visit to Kaffa Crossing as we were planning to go to Marrakesh Express which was closed. We ordered Pita plate and lamb tibs with rice. The place was pretty clean except that the white tablecloth had a big yellow stain that grossed us a little bit. They brought pita plate in a good time but they took a loooong time to bring lamb. N went to answer a phone call while I entertained myself with a man sitting next to me who was quizzing kids on all kinds of trivia facts. finally our meal arrived which was worth the wait as they food tasted very fresh was pretty flavorful. N thought it was a little bland but I enjoyed it a lot.
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Rachel Z.

I hesitate to write about Kaffa Crossing simply because I don't want it to be over flowing with people on a Sunday. Let them flock to Green Line...I'm off to Kaffa Crossing. The coffee is great (all fair trade), they have vegan desserts, they have ready-to-go food in the display case and they have a full menu. The food takes a long time to come out but it is delicious and usually I am there with my laptop, set up for the entire day so I'm never upset. Their ful is great and cheap but they have some really good lentil dishes too. They have juices and teas, all sorts of coffee drinks and the staff is friendly. There is lot's of literature on a local activities and books for those who come without a good read. You can sit outside or inside. Also, every time I go there the crowd is racially mixed which I think is a sign of a good West Philadelphia business. And I'm more comfortable there. Just sayin. The only reason Kaffa Crossing doesn't get five stars is because of the super long wait for food and the fact that they use a microwave to heat some of their dishes (but don't let that impact your understanding that the food is great!!!!).
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M J.

I love the vibe in this place. so cozy and layed back. The food is great, and they have both sit down homemade meals, as well as ready to go, preprepared snacks/meals. The owners are so friendly and nice, just really good people. The place is set up like a coffee house, and though very different than a typical Ethiopian restaurant, it works really nice. Great place to hang out with friends and linger after a meal to drink some delicious Ethiopian coffee or tea. They have a lot of organic selections, which is always a plus. Street parking is always easy here, but the place is tiny from the outside and easy to not see if you have never been here. If you are heading east, down chesnut street, they will be on your left hand side.
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Maleka K.

This is absolutely my favorite cafe/coffee shop in the entire city. It has wonderful food-vegan options for cookies and other sweets, tofu wat, Ethiopian ful beans, veggie platters, and more. It has wonderful coffee-just the right flavor, not too strong or too weak. It has wonderful customer service- the owner Yonas is smart, friendly and conscious about local economies and the other staff is awesome. It has wonderful art- from local African artists to international folks. It's fair trade. It's a beautiful spot. It's kid-friendly. I could go on and on.
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Clea M.

I went here based on a Phillyblog recommendation, and oh man, this is my favorite restaurant so far. That might not be saying much, since I've only eaten here and at the New Delhi buffet, but I'm confident Kaffa Crossing will remain at the top of my favorite restaurants list. I shared two appetizers (some kind of samosa-ish thing and a roll-up injera with tofu...something) and the veggie platter with my boyfriend. We thought it might not be enough, because we were told the platter is for one (not two), but it definitely was. Cheap, cozy, cute, great.
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dan m.

My pretty blond friend who works at Kaffa would always bring me some surprise platter on an injera. It is a cozy environment where you can have an afternoon in peace to study, read, do work or just get some coffee and eat with you hands. Work from local painters hang on the wall and are for sale, along with a handful of fair-trade African goods. It is BYOB, but get some ginger beer instead.
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R M.

As a student that frequents coffee shops all around West Philly to study/get my caffeine fix/eat, I can honestly say that Kaffa Crossing is the best on all accounts. The menu is surprisingly large and is literally the best Ethiopian food in the city. They have a bakery that, while smaller than Metropolitan nearby, is much cheaper and equally as good. The place itself is a great mix of neighborhood locals and students, old and young, and the decor is comfy, Ethiopian-themed, and inviting. It has, hands down, the BEST COFFEE in West Philadelphia; literally perfect! Plus, the fresh fruit smoothies are just that; real fruit blended with soy milk. The sheer diversity and quality of the food and drink offered here is unbelievable. Bottom line, this place somehow has it all: a great byo for you and friends and a wifi cafe for when you need to catch up on some reading.
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Natalie M.

Since first reading the reviews on Yelp for this restaurant, I've been itching to go... I've been foiled a few times by their "we close at 9 so you have to be finished with you meal by then" policy. Finally, this weekend, I got my chance! We were definitely NOT disappointed! The food was amazing; far better than the other West Philly options. The dishes were cheap ($11 for the lamb, less that $10 for the veggies) and came with a ton of food. We opted for the lamb dish (which came with a ton of lamb) and the veggie combination plus two other sides, which three of us gorged ourselves on. Our total bill was less than $25 and we were stuffed! The service was nice and certainly faster than most of the Ethiopian places (where I've waited over an hour for food). A friend of mine (who just joined us for coffee) loved the coffee and the biscotti she ordered. All in all, this is just what West Philly needs; a great coffee shop with fair trade coffee alongside an amazing, inexpensive restaurant. Yay!
(5)
Rachel B.

this place sells the famous four worlds bakery challah, which is THE best in the city. i went on friday just to pick up the bread, and after seeing and smelling the amazing ethiopian platters, i was sad that i had other dinner plans. will definitely be coming back here.
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matthew l.

Fiercely committed to fair trade coffee as well as being an oasis for laptop toting students as well as for the neighborhood, the fact that it has such good food with such friendly owners make it special indeed. The injera is spongy tender and gives off that intoxicating aroma of teff. If you order the Ethiopian vegetarian combination along with one of the tibbs, Kaffa for beef, yebeg for lamb you will have a one plate meal for three that is satisfying and so very good. Ask for the berbere sauce which some reason I don't think they like to give to non Ethiopians. Its not so hot that if you like heat you can't manage it. Always manage to get a place in front which is good as walking more than a block at 44th and Chestnut at night probably not the best idea, though its hardly different in other city neighborhoods. Need I say reasonably priced?
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Address : 4423 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA, 19104
Phone (215) 386-0504
Website https://www.kaffacrossing.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :10:00 am - 9:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
Good for Working : Yes

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Kaffa Crossing

4423 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104

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