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At Old City Coffee, we're passionate about providing our customers with the freshest, highest-grade coffees and excellent service. Established in 1985 by Ruth Isaac, our mission has remained the same: to supply the public with the best coffees, combined with competitive pricing and exceptional service. Our simple but successful formula has been the framework for our continued growth.

Our Story

We started as a one-person operation at 221 Church Street in Philadelphia, offering freshly-roasted Arabica beans, brewed coffee, espresso drinks, and brewing accessories. Shortly after opening, we added our own home-style baking to our offerings. By 1988, we expanded to the Reading Terminal Market, where we achieved immediate success by complementing the other merchants' fresh, high-quality foodstuffs. Today, we operate multiple locations, including the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and offer retail mail order and specialty coffee catering.

Our Services

We're proud to offer a range of services to our customers. Our knowledgeable staff is dedicated to helping you choose the perfect varieties, roasts, and brewing techniques. We roast in tiny batches, ensuring the freshest coffee available. Our coffee is guaranteed to be the freshest because we roast tiny batches, and your order will be roasted and shipped within 48 hours. We also offer catering services, perfect for your next event or gathering. Whether you're looking for a unique gift or a special treat, our Classic Coffee Sampler, Lil' Gift Box, and Tea Sampler are popular choices.

Our Values

At Old City Coffee, we believe in providing the best possible experience for our customers. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, from sourcing high-grade Arabica beans to roasting in tiny batches. We're dedicated to our customers, our community, and the environment. We're proud to be a one hundred per cent Philadelphia-metro operated business, and we're grateful for the opportunity to serve you.