Ultimo Coffee

A bit crowded and cramped, and the menu is a little small. I’d say great if you live in the area and need a quick and easy pick-​me-​up but no need to travel for this.

Beautiful coffee shop that serves great coffee and decent pastries (I can only speak to the croissants). The modern, clean, and simple architecture with large windows allowing for lots of light makes for a great place to meet up with people and do work. On the whole, though, the coffee shop is on the smaller side. The baristas are very friendly. Every time I’m there I’ve had a consistently positive experience of great service, great coffee, and refreshing and relaxing atmosphere.

Great coffee, even better mocha, a knowledgeable staff, WiFi, a decent amount of seating and a few outlets. All of this makes me a happy person. And that’s what I want from a coffee shop – make me happy.

Big disappointment. I’m an out of towner and went to this place wanting one of the sandwiches listed on the menu they have posted here on Unilocal — and when I asked about it since I didn’t see food other than the very few donuts in the window, I was coldly told «we don’t have food. you were looking at the wrong café.» I told the girl I wasn’t, but both she and the other dude there started rudely insisting I had looked at the menu for a different place. I finally pulled out my phone and showed her the Unilocal menu to prove I *was* looking at the right place, and instead of being nice about it (or apologizing for practically calling me a liar), she just snarkily said «well that’s obviously a really old menu from over four years ago» Over four years? Sheesh. And how this is obvious?
It’s not a huge deal to not have the food and it all to be a mistake, but what really annoys me is how cold they were. There’s no need for the attitude. It’s not my fault your stuff is listed wrong! How about fix your Unilocal listing and be polite about the mistake and then we all go on our merry way? The drip coffee was bitter, and I’m still starving because they are out of bagels, out of croissants, and don’t have the sandwich I was craving because «obviously it’s an old menu from four years ago» :-\ The environment is stale and uninviting, as were the people working there (THIS was obvious). Won’t be back.

Recently moved into the neighborhood and was stoked that there was a cute coffee shop nearby. We gave it multiple tries. The coffee is terrible. Sour and watery. The only thing that it had going for it is that it is high in caffeine. The «barista» was rude. If you only have one cup size, say that! Don’t just roll your eyes and hand me a small cup and then charge me 4 bucks for a terribly prepared latte. This place gets 2 stars soley on the beer selection and price. This place is so bad that we bought a can of Folgers from the corner store to tide us over until we can get to a place to buy decent beans. And yes, we realize that Folgers is gross, but it’s better than the coffee at Ultimo.

The iced coffee is divine and the pastries are yummy, but there were so many giant flies buzzing around my head and my food while I tried to study (inside!) that I was pretty grossed out and distracted. The space is nice and white though, brightly lit and windows everywhere.

Loved this little café! Quality beverages and modern, yet cozy décor and atmosphere. The baristas were very friendly and informative. I appreciated that they used local coffee and the full display of merchandise and coffee tools. The outside was just as delightful as the inside. I would say that the beautiful large «Ultimo Coffee» sign should be hung outside as to opposed in the bathroom, since I found the shop being a little tricky to locate not being from Philly. This coffee shop was #4 in the top 50 in the US and I now know why! :) #coffeeblogger #

The best coffee
Nice place to relax and do my work
Very clean nice and green
Pastries are great nice outside seating

Coffee is good but no food. What’s up with that? I had to leave while studying to go grab a sandwich.

Philadelphia is lucky to have an abundance of coffee shops — good ones that serve decent coffee (Reanimator, Counter Culture, Stumptown, etc.) — you don’t realize this until you move away that the Philly coffee shop is a thing. It’s a thing that I miss terribly now that I’m gone.
Ultimo Coffee is one of those coffee shops — they’ve got decent coffee and a chill vibe, they’re neighborhoody, and you can bring your laptop here and get some work done. If this place were in Boston (where I live now), I would be all about it because we don’t have many places like this here. However, in Philly, coffee shops are in abundance, and this one is just average at best.
I came here for a coffee and a snack while I was waiting for my significant other. The iced coffee I got was good. The raspberry crumb bar (there weren’t many food options to choose from), was average at best — I don’t think I finished it. The music was full power Michael Jackson — for an hour. I tried at first not to pay attention — but once i did, there was no turning back. Another thing— it was cold — yes, they do have glass doors along the front side of the space which would be nice if the weather was warm. However, it was cold and windy, so I wasn’t really enjoying that.
Overall, an ok experience. I’d return if I was ever in the neighborhood, but probably wouldn’t seek this place out otherwise.

The coffee is average at best and the baristas all need more sleep. The baristas are not friendly or welcoming and I was hoping to make this coffee shop my go to neighborhood place. With all the coffee shops within a five block radius I won’t be back.

I liked this café. I love when the cortado is on the menu but not on the menu board. Great vibe the raspberry lemon doughnut was delicious I’d come here again and again.

Yawn. I need some coffee. So, I took off my smoking slippers and replaced my silk robe with a silk scarf tied artfully around my perfectly kissable neck. I hopped on my customized commuter bike and pedaled smoothly across Rittenhouse Square to Ultimo, where I parked my bike right in front where they have ample but tasteful bike parking. I was greeted by several Warby-​Parker bespectacled baristas who took my order on their iPad and grinded my carefully selected coffee beans I requested after getting a fifteen minute briefing on the intricate and subtle flavors each one exhibited. A free cup of coffee brewed in such a fashion that it reminded of my laboratory postdoc students, was presented to me for my whole bean order which warmed my heart and perked my senses.
Modern. Simple. Small but not cramp. Bring your best outfit, smartest book, and cutest terrier and perch outside.

Ultimo used to have some of the best coffee I’ve had in Philadelphia, poured by baristas that, at the very least, looked like coffee aficionados who knew and loved what they were doing.
The last couple of times, though, the rotating cast member behind the counter seemed disinterested. Worse, the creamer tasted off, which unfortunately detracted from the drink’s flavor.
It’s still a convenient neighborhood coffee shop with a bunch of indoor («work») and outdoor («socialize») tables, so I’ll be back, hoping that they replace the creamer more frequently, or maybe use a different creamer. Or maybe getting a different drink.

UItimo is clean and well lit, with spacious doors along the front of the café. The walls are off white cement tiles and blonde wood. The counter is well designed to put the focus on the coffee and the pouring process. Above are bare bulbs hanging on red wires. Tables are wooden. Chairs are formed and comfortable. The space is simply well designed. It’s pleasing and relaxing.
To the right of the counter is a shelf full of beans and Ultimo swag. We grabbed a bag of beans then ordered up a couple of cups of Chemex and a couple of donuts. We were there before 10am so snagging a table was a piece of cake.
The music was chill and the clientele was a mix of yuppies and inked up hipsters. Tables were generously sized for sipping coffees and writing papers. We chilled for awhile and enjoyed our well poured cups of Chemex coffee. I may have slipped into coffee douche speak when admiring the well poured coffee. The coffee was made as well as what I make at home, which is to suggest that the baristas are exacting and perfectionist about the coffee.
In short after the dismal coffee I had at one of their competitors, Ultimo made it all better.

Super cute neighborhood coffee shop. Their coffee and espresso drinks have excellent quality. They don’t have a flat white on their menu, but they were more than willing to make it when I asked and it was perfect. There is a good variety of drinks that I would love to try. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and the baristas were super nice. I love local coffee shops and this one one is a keeper.

For all of you coffee lovers, this is your place!
I’m caffeine intolerant but I like to have a caffeine free cup of tea or a cappuccino (occasionally). All the times that I’ve been here, I enjoyed the tranquility of this place. Love their cappuccino as it stands out for it’s quality. Also, baristas are very friendly and helpful.
Ultimo is a great place for people who like to spend some quiet time doing paperwork, studying or catching up with a friend while enjoying a great cup of whatever you like. It’s a neighborhood gem.

Ultimo is a bright, open coffee shop great for grabbing coffee or tea. Their product is very high quality and you won’t be disappointed if you are a coffee snob or a coffee novice. The ambiance is super laid-​back and welcoming and great for meeting up with a friend or getting work done. They do have sandwiches, pastries, and biscotti as well but I’ve only experienced their beverages.
Ultimo has the friendliest baristas in Philly and they happen to be super awesome, knowledgeable, and passionate about what they do.
Ultimo is by far one of my favorite coffee spots I’ve ever visited. The consistency and energy of this place can’t be matched by any of it’s rivals.

Great place, friendly knowledgeable baristas and great coffee beans! Also a good ojace to sit and catch up on done work on your laptop

In the time that I’ve lived down the block from ultimo, I can say confidently I’ve stopped in on a semi daily basis.
It’s not a cheap cup of coffee, however it is the best cup of coffee.
The staff has proven to be stellar at providing a warm and uplifting experience ever single visit. They are knowledgeable, kind and make my daily stops in for coffee something to look forward to.
Also the biscotti is insane. I used to strongly dislike biscotti. I love theirs! For two dollars it’s a bit steep however is a good size and has been a perfect accompaniment to their coffee or mochas.
And in a city that has many beautiful and independent coffee shops I would say Ultimo stands out amongst them all as the very best.