Gran Caffe L'Aquila
7 people recommendvia r/philadelphia, r/philly7 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Many people recommend Gran Caffe L'Aquila, and several point to its Italian-style espresso. One diner calls it solid and praises the gelato, though they say it is pricey. Another says it has a similar feel to a bar-cafe they like, only a bit livelier, and serves coffee until near closing. A commenter notes it is not strictly a coffee shop.
Address
Gran Caffe L'Aquila, 1716 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Italian style espresso
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/dimethylman in r/philadelphia · Apr 2024taste
Says to go here for the Italian-style espresso being asked about.
- Recommendsu/fbearoff in r/philadelphia · Apr 2024taste
Names this cafe for Italian-style espresso.
- Recommendsu/Katdai2 in r/philadelphia · Apr 2024
Suggests this spot while noting it is not strictly a coffee shop.
- Recommendsu/artandtech in r/philadelphia · Dec 2025ambience
Says it has a similar feel but a bit livelier, and coffee is available nearly up to closing.
- Recommendsu/MilesGoesWild in r/philly · Jul 2026taste
Says Gran Caffe L'Aquila's espresso is solid; Center City location.
- Recommendsu/sheldoncooper1701 in r/philadelphia · Apr 2024taste
Lists this as one of three places they go for Italian-style espresso.
- Recommendsu/hairydookie in r/philadelphia · Jan 2025
Calls this place as solid as possible and praises its gelato, but says it is pricey.
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Details last checked 13 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.