Popular American brunch/lunch cafe offering a chill vibe & art on the walls in an industrial space.
Kanugo Nikitha
Had a great experience here overall. We came in for brunch and tried the hot chocolate, lemon ricotta pancakes, and eggs Benedict. Everything we ordered tasted really good. The hot chocolate was comforting. The lemon ricotta pancakes were soft, fluffy, and had a nice balance of sweetness with a slight citrusy freshness. The eggs Benedict was well done too nicely plated and flavorful.
The vibe of the place is lively, and perfect for a relaxed brunch outing. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure we were comfortable throughout. One thing to note when we called ahead, they mentioned they don’t take reservations, so there might be a bit of a wait during busy hours.
… moreNichell Logue
We had an incredible brunch at Cafe Lift! We ordered the mushroom and leek frittata with cider salad, the apple crumble French toast, and the cheesecake sandwich on a pretzel roll, along with some lattes. Every dish was beautifully prepared, full of flavor, and absolutely delicious. The frittata was light and savory, the French toast was the perfect balance of sweet and cozy, and the cheesecake sandwich was such a fun and unique treat. The lattes paired perfectly with everything.
The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed, making it a great spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family. Service was warm and attentive without being rushed.
Highly recommend Cafe Lift if you’re looking for a memorable and tasty café experience. We’ll definitely be back!
… moreTina Hwang
Cute, nice cafe placs nearby Spring Garden station BSL.
Street parking available if you can find a spot.
The cafe has two floors. There are a lot more tables upstairs. No elevators.
I loved my mushroom toast, but my friend who got poutine was utterly disappointed.
… moreChelsea Hamme
Oh man we had a great brunch campfire adult coffee beverage, coconut water, waffle fries burrito and crepes. We would come back and try everything on the menu if we had the time.
Loved the vibe and can’t wait to come back
… moreNicole V
So good! We enjoyed some excellent coffee with the eggs benedict daily special and the not-to-be-missed shakshuka. Food was hot and delicious. Wait staff was delightful. Looking forward to my next Philly trip and exploring more of the menu!
… moreMichelle Liu
I cannot get enough of this place.
I inhaled the breakfast burrito. It was so filling and flavorful even without adding a protein. They have many great items on the menu — my friend loves their Lift Dip Panino which I’ll definitely be trying next
… moreBobbi B
Instantly became a favorite – you can’t order anything bad here. The food and place feel made with love. It is a bit on the pricier side, but you’re paying for high quality and very well executed food & drink.
… moreKevin Mesquita
Had a great brunch at Cafe Lift and would definitely come back. The vibe is super chill-cool industrial space with local art on the walls, and it just feels like a comfortable spot to hang out. It was definitely packed when we got there, but luckily there was no wait, which was a nice surprise.
I ordered the Egg Cheesesteak and it was awesome-really flavorful, cheesy, and filling. A little messy to eat, but in the best way. We also tried the breakfast Poutine, which was just as good-savory, crispy, and perfect for brunch. You can tell they really care about the food and keep things fresh.
It’s the kind of place that works for everything-brunch with friends or bringing the family. Cozy atmosphere, great food, and friendly staff. Highly recommend if you’re in Philly and want a solid brunch spot.
… moreJay Bla (BebeJayy)
Talk about indie coffee house vibes ! Fell in love with it as I was walking by looking for a latte ended up ordering a whole meal! Love the options and prices let’s be honest! I recommend the avocado toast never had that with chilli crisps until I met Cafe Lift, how tasty! Also the Leomn Ricotta Pancake is decadent without overwhelming portion! Left full and belly happy highly recommend if you’re in the area or looking to switch up your cafe.
… moreJenny Nguyen (Jenny.Puff)
Kudos to the chef! Everything was simply delicious! The grapefruit mimosa was refreshing, and the crepe was a perfect blend of savory and sweet! The potatoes had a perfect amount of crisp and moisture! We will definitely be back! I also enjoyed the crab bisque.
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