Elixir Coffee Roasters

Top choice in Philadelphia


Tucked in an alley, this hopping coffee spot has a warehouse theme, complete with meat-locker doors for the bathrooms. Funky miniature terrariums, murals on the walls, good wi-fi and quality hand-dripped coffees make it a fun stop for that cup of joe.


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