Chhaya Cafe is a small, relaxing spot to get coffee and light eats on East Passyunk. There are just a few things on the menu that are more robust than light, hence my visit. Fresh waffles are one of Chhaya’s signature plates; most come with fruit or other sweet fixings. There is a vegan chili waffle on the menu as well, but just one of the waffles involves meat- easy decision.
Posted at 2:28 pm, December 10th, 2012 under cafe.
I love empanadas so much and there aren’t many to be found in Center City. Earlier this month Foobooz out out a list of places to find them and I was reminded of Gavin’s Cafe and their Argentinian empanadas all the way on the westernmost side of Center City.
It is a cute cafe with a few 2 top tables, but there is plenty of park space to eat nearby if the sun is out and winds are low.
Posted at 12:21 pm, November 28th, 2012 under Argentinian, BYOB, cafe, empanada, vegetarian.
I hope you and your loved ones fared the storms alright. I am thankful I didn’t lose power so that the precious baked clams my mom made me that I am saving in my freezer for the right moment didn’t go bad. Restaurants and cafes are reopening, including La Va. La Va Cafe is a cute neighborhood cafe that stands out from other because of the sneaky Israeli menu. Beyond the paninis and pastries you can find burekas, schnitzel, and hummus.
I was looking for something comforting, and upon seeing shakshuka, I was instantly reminded of a really fun meal in Israel at Dr. Shakshuka where a group of us dined from communal bowls of bright, cooked down tomatoes topped with runny egg.
Posted at 1:45 pm, October 31st, 2012 under cafe, MIddle Eastern.
Stix Eatery opened quietly a few months ago on 12th and Fitzwater- kind of a no mans land for eating. It operates as a cafe (bubble tea included) and Asian fusion restaurant. The Grand Opening sign was still up, and thats what caught my eye as I biked by. Peeking at the menu I noticed Asian tacos and wings, which were enough reason to stop for lunch.
Philly’s Cafe is a welcoming spot on Walnut Street offering sandwiches, soups, and pastries along with a list of caffeinated beverages. On a warmer day, grabbing a sandwich and sitting in Washington Square Park would be a solid idea, but enjoying a warm drink and relaxing inside the cafe while watching everyone else bustle about is perfect for a January afternoon. I knew that the space was formerly occupied by Danny’s and served Vietnamese hoagies. I was happy to find out that I did not blow my chances of banh mi and tea because Philly’s Cafe is serving them.
Posted at 9:20 am, January 2nd, 2012 under cafe, sandwiches, soup.
