Rival Bros.

I love the daily bread toast!
It is unbelievable good!
Bread is fresh and tasty.
It is a little spot, very clean and nice!

Consistently the best coffee you will ever drink in Philadelphia. Amazing service, super knowledgeable baristas that love what they do and an incredible atmosphere. Thank you, Rival Bro’s !

Coffee was amazing! Had a cold brew and a drip coffee. Also shared a chocolate croissant and a savory danish, which were delicioussss. I don’t even know what the sauce on the danish was but it was great! Definitely will be back!
Beware: If you are interested in sitting in the café, it may be a little difficult to score seats; the studious crowd seems to like to hang out here.
Pro Tip: There is a dog park nearby; you can take your coffee and pastry to go and dog-​watch :)

Rival Brothers is a really nice little shop on 24^th and Lombard. We stopped in on Black Friday late in the day. The shop is smaller but has a decent amount of seating.
For me, Rival Brothers may even be better then La Colombe. I personally like the Whistle & Cuss. They had a nice selection of desserts also, but they were a bit pricey. Nice place and I will definitely be back.

The space is small and there is little seating (leaving less room for those who table hog to do work all day lol) and the prices seem a bit high. Like really high actually. I mean 2.50 $ for a macaron? Really ?? And a tiny macaron at that oh boy !
Ok, now that I’ve said all that, this place is nice, the staff is very polite, my Americano came out very well (but how hard could that be) they did leave space without asking but that’s not that big of a deal. My son LOVED the macaron, so much so that we had to abruptly leave our nice outdoor table to avoid a meltdown. I’d definitely go back again.

Had a delicious latte here and a friendly conversation with the two baristas. Nice dark, moderns lines in this place that makes it cool and intriguing. Will definitely be going back.

Great coffee and treats, and a pretty chill location too. Definitely worth picking something up on the way to work, or dropping in for a sit. Plus, I left my black Zojirushi coffee mug in there one day and after like a week trying to figure out where I left it, I emailed these guys and they had saved it for me. They stayed open late so I could pick it up. Definitely going back here again.

Rival Bros. is just one of those homey places. Great cold brew and super nice staff. If you are lucky, you can even enjoy their pop-​up grilling outside and have some chorizo on a roll to accompany that nice coffee. Enjoy!

Randomly walked into this coffee shop and ordered a cappuccino. The total vibe of the coffee bar was really cozy. I would recommend it for people who wants to sit and relax and maybe read a book, or for students looking for a quiet place to study. The cappuccino was also really good.

I’ve tried their coffee truck on Drexel’s campus – hand pour. It was pretty good if I recall that far back!
On to their new brick and mortar establishment. It was lazy sunday afternoon coming back into the city and I needed a pick me up. I’ve been coffee drinking around Old City for the past few months and was debating between ultimo and Rival Brothers since I was by I-​76.
Nice corner shop with nice décor. The windows provide airiness but the two door system seems a bit too much? For instance, I entered through one door, a couple came through the other. I «kinda» queue in line, but the couple kinda slid in front of me. this wasn’t a big deal bc I was reviewing the menu, while the others looked (and ordered) as if they were regulars.
I opted for cold brew because I was on a mission to locate a shop that can top my experience at Menagerie. Staff was friendly. I think there was one miss that was a slight oversight.
I thought the two on staff had a system. One will take orders and run food orders, while the other did the coffee – which was happening throughout my visit until I seen a person receive their iced coffee before me. despite being 3 people behind me (the cashier got his drink, not the other coffee guy).
I ended up having to ask them about it which was an additional wait time. Not a big miss, but a hiccup that would be more serious during rush hour times. Its on draft as well!
I’m big into my music loud, but felt the play list was a bit too loud and rough for a coffee shop, especially for a Sunday afternoon – maybe as a wake me up playlist for Monday mornings. It wouldn’t be the best for relaxing/​studying/​catching up if you are sitting inside.
Either way, the cold brew was good. But again, I think its their bean/roast…too much hints of chocolate for my taste preference. Overall, I’d still hit them up if I was in the area. They offer some light bites, a bit carb heavy, but looked and smelled delicious.

Only a block from my place so that’s a definite plus, but I’d love this place no matter what the location was. The staff is always kind and helpful, and my iced or hot Americano is always full bodied without being bitter. The daily bread is so damn good I don’t even feel like a description does it justice, it’s from High Street and it’s thick, moist, crispy, salty, unlike anything I’ve ever tasted, accompanied by it’s own little jar of jam (they flavors change) you really can’t go wrong. I love stopping in here for a Weckerly’s ice cream sandwich in the afternoons as well, they are a great local ice cream company.
They décor is hip and minimalist without feeling overly trendy or cold. I like to bring my computer and work at Rival for a couple of hours. There are several tables with close outlets to set your computer up at, though it’s a small shop and often every work space is filled up.
Even if it’s not in your area a trip to Rival is definitely worth it!

This coffee is amazing. Great modern sleek atmosphere with nice windows. Very friendly workers inside and usually pretty crowded at peak times.
Good spot to come for a quick cup or to chill out and enjoy a pastry as well.

Was in & out quickly, which is a big perk. The cold brew is great and the barista was friendly. Cute atmosphere too. Glad I finally got to try this place; next time I choose to work «from home», I’ll consider ducking in here to make it go by a little faster.
Looking forward to trying some eats next time!

I LOVE rival bros! I live a few blocks away and come here often to study with a cup of their delicious iced coffee/​iced latte. There are only about 5 tables, enough seating for ~12 people, but I never fail to get lucky with a spot! The baristas are all super friendly and helpful with suggestions/​explanations for coffee noobs (like me), and the bathroom is seriously awesome. I’ll definitely be back and maybe try a baked good one of these days.

The place is really small but not usually very busy. The cappuccino was good, nothing I found special but really smooth which is all that matters.
The sun-​dried tomato and mozzarella sandwich was really good too! It was a bit salty but not bothersome. Definitely a must try!

Very tasty Nitro here. The staff was very friendly and knowledgable about what they serve. They helped me figure out the best coffee for my cold brew. The spot is very nicely designed and comfortable, although students had take over the entire place and looked like they were not leaving anytime soon.

Solid cold brew coffee.
The toast with mascarpone and blueberries was the bomb. We sat outside and enjoyed a nice July morning. We will definitely be back.

This place embodies my dreams of the little neighborhood coffee shop I would venture to after a weekend morning stroll. It’s part hipster, part metro, and a whole-​lotta delicious. It’s one of those places you don’t want to tell people about because you want to keep it «your little secret,» but then you realize that you’re just being selfish and that you should share their amazingness with the world.
The coffee is complex, their lattes are little works of art, and their teas make you feel special. The fact that they serve High Street breads and pastries is just over-​kill. Their sandwiches are thoughtful bundles showcasing local ingredients, so they change seasonally. I was drooling over their ricotta toast with honey and their new peanut butter toast with figs just yesterday when the customer in front of me ordered them. I was seriously disappointed I had already eaten breakfast.
They’re not your standard study café so don’t expect to unload all of your study paraphernalia out onto the tables. It’s more of a destination for serious drinks, delicious bites, and good conversation.

Cutest corner coffee shop!
One of my closest friends is a coffee snob and found this place while visiting me here in Philly! I’m so glad he did because I loooove the coffee they roast here! So goooood. I just bought a bag of La Acostena from Costa Rica and it makes me so happy every morning. It has a great balance of bitter, tart, and sweet!
The pastries they get from High Street on Market are
as well. I had an herb scone that was unlike any other scone. It was soft, fluffy and so flavorful. I want a savory scone every time now.
Only downside is that it is very small so if you come at the wrong time, there won’t be any seats available! That’s okay because this neighborhood is supaaa cute and you can just take a nice stroll with your coffee instead :)

I have been waiting for this place to open up since Johnny Mac left his post at Pub and Kitchen to really jump start his Rival Brothers coffee campaign. That was a sad day indeed, but after tasting the fruit of his efforts getting Rival Bros started, I love this place. I first tasted Rival Bros coffee at High Street on Market, and it instantly became my favorite in the city. The variety of flavors that they offer and the strength and richness of the roasts are amazing.
I have been to the new spot a few times. I dont live particularly close to it, but I like to take a long walk on weekend mornings to grab a cup and a pastry provided by High Street. They are working hand in hand to provide really amazing products. Do yourself a favor and dont pass on a pastry if you go for a coffee. Ramp scones, chocolate croissants, rhubard bundt cakes, seriously this stuff is legit and pairs well with any coffee choice you make here.
I have had both the Papua New Guinea roast and the Kenyan roast, both Chemex style, and they were fantastic. Everything is done with such precision, it is truly an art form. This is one of if not the best coffee spots in the city. If you dig good coffee, you need to check it out.