Guzo Cafe

Philadelphia, PA · Coffee shop

Rating
4.6/5
★★★★★ 4.6
Reviews
20
Rank in Philadelphia
#1089
of 5546 restaurants
City Percentile
72%
rating percentile
Address
Guzo Cafe, 800 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Phone
(267) 290-8438
Website
guzo-cafe.com/about
Status
Closed · Opens 9 AM

Guzo Cafe is a restaurant located in Philadelphia, PA. It is one of 5,546 restaurants listed in Philadelphia. Its 4.6-star rating is above the Philadelphia city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Guzo Cafe

Neighborhood coffeeshop serving equal exchange fair-trade organic hot and iced coffee drinks, teas, delicious pastries, and savory sandwiches and eats. All day plant-based Ethiopian food served with gluten free 100% teff injera or rice. We are also... More

Hours

Saturday9 AM–7 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Jack A · Feb 2026

Hidden gem of a coffee shop. Love the vibe here, fresh aromatic foods caught me from the doorway. Apparently they were testing out some off-menu samosas which were absolutely delicious. The matcha wasn’t overly sweet and the lentil soup had the right kick for chilly weather. Not only that but several patrons came through and the staff here take a genuine personal interest in their community members. It was really nice to see even if I was just passing through. Please tell them to add the samosas to the menu!

★★★★★ 5.0 Ashley Jonson · Dec 2025

Absolutely delicious food! I had a mix of vegetarian dishes that all had fantastic flavor. I also had an iced Ethiopian tea (they make it in house!) and ohhhhh my goodness, it was so so good 10/10 recommend. It’s really great having an Ethiopian restaurant in South Philly so I don’t have to go all the way out to west Philly/ U City every single time I’m craving it. The customer service is top notch and they make you feel so welcome and are happy to answer any questions. I will absolutely be adding this into my regular restaurant rotation.

★★★★★ 5.0 Erin Maloney · Oct 2025

Ethiopian and Eritrean food in south Philly! Found through 2good2go, so excited to try it all. Started with a classic vegan platter with delicious tangy injera and iced tea. Local art and lovely vibes available in a cute Parkside cafe!

★★★★★ 5.0 J. M. · Nov 2025

My first visit to Guzo Café was an absolute delight from start to finish. The moment I walked in, I was struck by the warm and inviting ambiance — a mix of cozy café charm and authentic Ethiopian touches. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and spices filled the air, setting the tone for what turned out to be a wonderful dining experience. For our entrée, we ordered the Meat Combination, which came with our choice of 100% gluten-free teff injera as the base. We chose chicken as our meat option and paired it with Alicha (potatoes and carrots), Gomen (collard greens), and Misir Wot (lentils). Every bite was flavorful and perfectly seasoned — the chicken was tender and aromatic, the lentils had a rich, spiced depth, and the vegetables balanced everything beautifully. The injera was soft and s

★★★★★ 5.0 Alisha · May 2025

Cute coffeeshop with reasonable prices and very tasty food. It was a pleasant surprise to discover this place and eat Ethiopian food as a light lunch. The waitress is learning which requires some patience but overall very nice space and food and coffee!

Services

Coffee shopEthiopian restaurant

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