Bagels!
Carrot lox sandwich
interior
menu
a variety of desserts on display
Green Giant Smoothie
Oat milk Flat White
Gluten free muffins, gluten free cupcakes
Vanilla Java
Ramen-tic ramen with BBQ seitan
menu
menu
outside
a person holding a piece of bread
tables and chairs in a brightly colored room
Taco Salad (see more on Instagram @PhillyVegans)
a man standing at the counter
Supporting the local art scene.
Jolly rancher smoothie and everything bagel sandwich "b"
Cookie, with bite
Bagel-Wich
Bluelychee smoothie
The Soy Wrap
Glenn B.
Jul 8, 2024
This is the best vegan restaurant I have been to anywhere in the world! For starters, the staff is very friendly. It is also really cute and homey in terms of atmosphere and decor. They even have an outside patio for dining alfresco, with plants and trees around. But what impresses me the most was great tasting food that was clearly made with love and is very healthy. Others add a bunch of fat and oil and salt to restaurant food to make it taste better but somehow Joy Cafe has been able to make great tasting food with very healthy ingredients! If you're looking for healthy delicious food in Philadelphia whether you're vegan or not Joy café is your answer! The wraps are out of this world and so are the pancakes. The ice cream dish is made of blended fruit but somehow tastes better than regular ice cream without all the added sugar and is the perfect cooler on a hot day. Don't miss the mac & cheese!
Read MoreErin M.
Apr 22, 2024
I revisit Joy Cafe (which is the newest name/incarnation for Soy Cafe) whenever I'm in NoLibs. It always leaves me feeling incredibly healthy and happy. Soy/Joy Cafe is in my top two vegan restaurants in all of Philly.My favorite dish here is the ramen with BBQ seitan. The seitan is just so very tasty. Everything here, from the seitan, to the vegan cream cheese, is homemade. My husband gets the carrot lox sandwich which includes the housemade cream cheeze along with red onions, carrot lox, and more, on many choices of really excellent bread. Don't leave without getting a smoothie! I tend to get the Green Giant, but the Coco Loco is also really yummy. Eat in the back garden on a nice day!
Read MoreLaura P.
Aug 19, 2024
I think their name is "JOY" Cafe and not "SOY" Cafe but the address seems to be right, I went there for a simple coffee but they had a brunch menu and inside the cafe they seems to have some thrift items as well, there was also a outdoor sitting at the back garden( it wasn't open at the time I went) it might be request only. It's a pretty cool cafe overall!
Read MoreShoanne S.
Mar 6, 2024
Love the breakfast menu. Good coffee and tea options for a lactose intolerant vegan like me.
Read MoreE Darlene R.
Dec 17, 2023
Great cup of coffee... I popped in to grab a cup of coffee for me and a matcha for my girlfriend and we were not disappointed. Will be back to try some of the pastries. Will check out there outdoor garden area when the weather gets warmer.
Read MoreJacob N.
Jun 16, 2023
Im from Alabama and this place is so good!!!!!!! I got the dumpling soup and a smoothie and devoured both! Love the atmosphere here. So calming and cool. Food was quick and the people were nice :)
Read MoreYvonne B.
Jun 29, 2022
If you want a place to eat on the healthier side. I recommend soy Café. They have gluten free/vegan optionsThe food is made to order. They also have a lot of delicious specialty drinks hot and cold.There is Wi-Fi in the café if you need to get some studying done
Read MoreMichael D.
Aug 21, 2022
Guessing bagels aren't their specialty but not exaggerating may be the worst bagel I've ever had. I was sad eating it. They put almost no cream cheese on and the overall taste was meh. Smoothies are good tho.
Read MoreDeyana W.
Aug 25, 2024
Excellent coffee and donuts! I think it's cute and good marketing to change the name from Joy cafe to Soy cafe! Smart business owner. The entrees have a unique flavor profile that isn't exactly to my taste but the patrons love it! You can often hear people saying "WOW!" at the presentation and flavors of the meal. Peaceful vibes and perfectly located in Northern Liberties.
Read MoreE Darlene R.
Dec 17, 2023
Great cup of coffee... I popped in to grab a cup of coffee for me and a matcha for my girlfriend and we were not disappointed. Will be back to try some of the pastries.
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