1. Das Good Café

Summary: Asian–Hawaiian fusion BYOB modern café. Popular for Lao burgers, banh mi, breakfast bowls, Vietnamese coffee.
Address: 322 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: https://dasgoodcafe.com
Reviews: ⭐ 4.8 (Google, 130+ reviews)


2. Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books

Summary: Black-owned café + bookstore + cultural hub. Coffee, pastries, sandwiches. Event space.
Address: 5445 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: https://www.unclebobbies.com
Reviews: ⭐ 4.7 (1,400+ reviews)


3. Salam Café

Summary: Ethiopian/Middle Eastern halal plates, stews, falafel, sambusas; small market attached.
Address: 5532 Greene St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: https://alifamilyrestaurants.com/salam-cafe
Reviews: ⭐ 4.6 (Google, 220+ reviews)


4. The Nile Café

Summary: Vegan soul-food spot; jerk tofu, plant-based comfort platters, smoothies.
Address: 6008 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: https://www.nilevegancafe.com
Reviews: ⭐ 4.6 (Google)


5. All The Way Live Café

Summary: Raw vegan & holistic restaurant. Smoothies, bowls, raw platters, sea moss drinks.
Address: 6108 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: No active website
Reviews: ⭐ 4.6 (Google)


🍗 TAKEOUT & QUICK EATS (19144 Verified)


6. Deke’s Bar-B-Que

Summary: Smoked BBQ meats, brisket cheesesteaks, ribs, wings.
Address: 137 Berkley St Suite B, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: https://dekesbar-b-que.com
Reviews: ⭐ 3.9 (400+ reviews)


7. First Wok

Summary: Classic Chinese takeout — wings, lo mein, fried rice, lunch specials.
Address: 129 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: Listed on delivery apps
Reviews: ⭐ 4.0 (local ratings)


8. Giovanni’s Pizza

Summary: Neighborhood pizza shop with cheesesteaks, strombolis, salads.
Address: 324 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: Delivery app listings
Reviews: ⭐ 4.0 (local)


9. New Zem Zem Pizza

Summary: Quick pizza, wings, sandwiches; takeout staple.
Address: 117 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: Delivery apps
Reviews: ⭐ 4.0


10. Gennaro’s Famous Pizza

Summary: Pizza, cheesesteaks, hoagies; large menu.
Address: 210 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: Delivery app listing
Reviews: ⭐ 4.2


11. City Star Pizza

Summary: Pizza + grill combo — burgers, chicken platters, wings.
Address: 6332 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: Delivery apps
Reviews: ⭐ 4.0


12. Mr. Hook Fish & Chicken

Summary: Fried fish platters, shrimp, chicken boxes; true Germantown staple.
Address: 5030 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: None
Reviews: ⭐ 4.1


13. Checkers Wok

Summary: Wings + fried rice, Chinese combo platters, fast takeout.
Address: 4940 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: None
Reviews: ⭐ 4.2


14. Sister Muhammad’s Kitchen

Summary: Fried whiting platters, bean pies, halal comfort food.
Address: 5300 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: None
Reviews: ⭐ 4.4


🍳 BREAKFAST & BRUNCH (19144)


15. Rose Petals Café

Summary: Gourmet waffle café; salmon cheesesteaks; Black-owned brunch spot.
Address: New location 322 W Chelten Ave (formerly Mt. Airy; reopened in 19144)
Website: https://rosepetalscafe.com
Reviews: ⭐ 4.3


16. La Salle Bakery

Summary: Old-school breakfast sandwiches, hoagies, cheap eats.
Address: 5434 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: None
Reviews: ⭐ 4.2


🍔 HOOD CLASSICS / “HIDDEN GEMS” TAKEOUT (19144)

(Smaller, hyper-local spots the community loves)


17. Chelten Market Deli (Grill Inside)

Summary: Cheesesteaks, wings, fries from the back grill.
Address: 301 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: None
Reviews: ⭐ 4.0 (local)


18. Big G’s Steaks & Hoagies

Summary: Solid cheesesteaks, hoagies, late-night eats.
Address: 5640 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: Delivery apps
Reviews: ⭐ 4.1


19. Taste of the Town

Summary: Platters, wings, cheesesteaks, fries; heavy takeout business.
Address: 5533 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: None
Reviews: ⭐ 4.0


20. Germantown Halal Food Truck

Summary: Chicken over rice, gyros, lamb platters.
Location: Germantown Ave & Chelten (19144)
Website: None
Reviews: ⭐ 4.5 (street-food rated)


☕ COFFEE & SNACKS (19144)


21. Germantown Espresso Bar (19144 edge but still inside)

Summary: Pastries, light bites, espresso; artsy vibe.
Address: 26 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Website: https://germantownespressobar.com
Reviews: ⭐ 4.7


22. Aunt Verlea’s Pound Cakes (Pop-Up / Local)

Summary: Specialty pound cakes, desserts, small-batch baking.
Address: Operates inside 19144 events & markets
Website: Social-based
Reviews: ⭐ 4.8 (local)