Gran Caffe L'Aquila

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Ristorante & Bar Italiano offers Authentic Italian Cuisine in the heart of Philadelphia!

Cafe, Restaurant, Wine Bar, Cultural School and our famous Coffee & Gelato labs! The Rebirth of one of Italy’s premier Caffès
in Philadelphia


April 6th 2009:
The Original landmark Gran Caffè L’Aquila was destroyed in a historically devastating earthquake. December 2014:
One of Italy’s most beloved Caffès is reborn in Philadelphia


A 2 level Italian cultural
immersion of culinary passion!

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11/01/2024

TGIF! ✨ Kick off your weekend with a Gran Caffe Martini! Trust us, it will become your new favorite cocktail...Skyy vodka, espresso liqueur, and a shot of L'Aquila espresso - Saluti! 🍸☕️

Drink Menu: https://bit.ly/GCDrinkMenu

10/27/2024

Feeling those Sunday scaries? We have the perfect remedy! Stop by for a midday treat - enjoy our artisanal, handcrafted gelato paired with a rich cappuccino....Make your Sunday a little sweeter! ☕🍦

10/26/2024

Have you tried our eggplant caponata bruschetta? A delicious, unique twist on a classic appetizer and the perfect starter to any meal...Join us for dinner this weekend & treat yourself to an authentic Italian dining experience - BUON APPETITO! 🇮🇹 ✨

Reservations: https://bit.ly/GranReservations

10/22/2024

Let your senses travel through Italy with us! 🇮🇹 Each week, we spotlight a different Italian city, featuring its local bars, wines, and cuisine. This week, immerse yourselves in the flavors of Lecce, Puglia, through Sunday, 10/27...Explore our special city menu and savor a truly authentic Italian dining experience - Buon appetito! 👏

📜 Menu: https://bit.ly/49fdMGu 🍽 👈

10/19/2024

Good Morning, Philly! ☀️ Start your day with the perfect caffè Italiano - smooth lattes, bold espressos, creamy cappuccinos & more...Crafted to fuel your day - Buongiorno friends! ☕🇮🇹

10/13/2024

It’s never too early to start planning your Italian festa! 🎉 Host your holiday celebrations at Philadelphia’s premier venue for an authentic Italian experience! From aperitivo hours to regional wine dinners, gelato tastings & more - contact us to explore your options! 🇮🇹✨

Inquire here: https://bit.ly/GCPrivateParties

10/11/2024

Everyday is gelato day! 🍨 Stefano Biasini's award winning gelato delivers rich flavor & smooth texture in every spoonful...The ultimate gelato experience! Treat yourself to a few scoops today - Buono! 🇮🇹

10/10/2024

Have you ever explored our wine list? Beautifully curated, with wines by the glass or bottle from all 20 regions of Italy, selected by Wine Spectator Award winner, Riccardo Longo. Taste the passione in every glass and the magic of each distinct Italian terroir - Saluti! 🍷

Wine List: https://bit.ly/GCWine

10/05/2024

It’s a lovely Saturday, perfect for a little wine & cheese! 🍷🧀 Enjoy our signature Formaggi tasting, choose from Sud Italia or Nord Italia or go for both! Paired with fig marmalade, cherry blossom honey, grapes, and crostini...Complement it with a perfect pour from our beautifully curated wine list from owner & Wine Spectator winner, Riccardo Longo - Saluti! ✨👏

09/28/2024

Need the perfect gift for the coffee lover in your life? 🎁 Our Italian coffee tasting experience is just the thing! Comes with 3 artisanal blends from Torino, L’Aquila & Napoli, a history of Italian coffee, and a map of Italian coffee styles...Torino’s elegant floral notes, L’Aquila's rich dark chocolate finish, and Napoli’s robust flavors - all in one box...Available for purchase via walk-in, curbside pick-up, local or nationwide delivery - Order today! ☕️ 👏

SHOP HERE: https://bit.ly/3Y0ohdo

09/21/2024

Always save room for dessert! 😋 Our Cannolo Con Ricotta is perfection – Sicilian sheep’s ricotta with candied fruit filling...made fresh daily, ready for dine in, pick-up, or delivery - the sweetest finish to any meal, BRAVO! 👏✨

💻: www.grancaffelaquila.com

09/16/2024

Can't make it to Restaurant Week in person? No problem! For the first time ever, we're offering our exclusive restaurant week menu, a celebration of Rome, for delivery! Enjoy a taste of Italy from the comfort of home ..Order today & elevate your at home dining experience - BUON APPETITO! 🇮🇹🍝

Order here: https://bit.ly/RWOnlineOrder

09/08/2024

Today’s the day! Center City District Restaurant Week is officially ON! From Sept. 8th-21st, enjoy Roman-inspired dishes like our Cacio e Pepe...Four-course dinner for $45 & two-course lunch for $20 - tables book quickly, call 215-568-5600 or reserve online today...Can’t make it in person? Enjoy the same delicious dishes at home with delivery - buon appetito! 🇮🇹🍝

📋Menus: https://bit.ly/GCRWMenu24
📅Reservations: https://bit.ly/GranReservations
💻Online Ordering: https://bit.ly/RWOnlineOrder

09/06/2024

Forza Aquile! 🦅🏈 Game day energy is in the air & the Eagles are taking flight tonight – FLY, EAGLES, FLY! 💚💪

08/31/2024

The ultimate Italian comfort food! 🤌 Our carbonara is a perfect blend of spaghetti, pecorino romano, egg, guanciale, and cracked black pepper, finished with a gastronomic Italian bacon gelato...Taste the tradition tonight - join us for dinner! 🍝🥓

Reservations: https://bit.ly/GranReservations

08/28/2024

Let’s toast to the final SIPS of SUMMER! 🎉 Join us from 5pm-7pm today for $7 select Italian cocktails (Aperol Spritz, yes please!), $6 wines, $5 Peronis, and 1/2 price appetizers including our delicious bruschetta, truffle parmigiano fries, and more - SALUTE! 🥂👏

Center City District

08/25/2024

Midday pick-me-up? Treat yourself to a caffè Italiano! ☕ Smooth lattes, bold espressos, and creamy cappuccinos - perfect for fueling the rest of your day...Buongiorno friends! 🇮🇹

08/23/2024

Let your senses travel through Italy with us! 🇮🇹 This week, we’re spotlighting the robust flavors of Trieste, Friuli...Come explore our weekly city menu and enjoy a truly authentic Italian dining experience...Available thru Sunday 8/25 - Buon appetito! 👏

📜 Menu: https://bit.ly/49fdMGu 🍽 👈

08/21/2024

The final weeks of SIPS are upon us...don’t miss out! Drop in today from 5pm-7pm and enjoy $7 Italian specialty cocktails, $6 select wines, $5 Peronis on draft, and 1/2 price bruschetta, truffle parmigiano fries, arancini, and more - SIP, SNACK & SALUTI! 🥂🎉

Center City District

08/20/2024

Dessert goals? ✔️ Meet our Budino di Pane - Italian-style brioche bread pudding with nutella, dark chocolate, banana, & a scoop of Fiore di Latte gelato...One bite & you’re gonna be hooked! 🍫🍌

08/16/2024

Taste your way through Italy! 🇮🇹 This week, we are showcasing the the bold & vibrant flavors of Cosenza, Calabria thru Sunday 8/18...Come explore our weekly city menu & enjoy a truly authentic Italian dining experience - Buon appetito! 👏

Menu: https://bit.ly/49fdMGu

08/14/2024

Midweek Cheers! 🥂 It’s time for SIPS...Swing by from 5pm-7pm for $7 specialty Italian cocktails like our Hugo, $6 wines, $5 Peronis, and tasty half-price apps including bruschetta, truffle parmigiano fries & more - SIP, SNACK & SALUTI! 👏🎉

08/11/2024

Get your Italian coffee fix! 🇮🇹 ☕ From bold espressos to creamy cappuccinos, we’ve got the perfect brew - time for a coffee break!

08/08/2024

Week by week, explore Italy’s regions one plate at a time! This week, discover the cuisine of Sicily's Trapani region thru 8/11...Enjoy delicious Italian food & let your tastebud's take a culinary journey with our weekly city menu - Buon appetito! 😋🇮🇹

Menu: https://bit.ly/49fdMGu

08/07/2024

SIPS is calling your name! 🗣️👏 Come see us from 5pm to 7pm to enjoy $7 Italian cocktails, $6 select wines, $5 Peronis on draft, and /2 priced apps including our delicious bruschetta, truffle parmigiano fries, and more...Sip, snack & enjoy – every Wednesday! 🥂🍅🥖

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Our Story

The Rebirth of one of Italy’s premier Caffès in Philadelphia

April 6th 2009:
The Original landmark Gran Caffè L’Aquila was destroyed in a historically devastating earthquake.

December 2014:
One of Italy’s most beloved Caffès is reborn in Philadelphia

A 2 level Italian cultural immersion of culinary passion!

1st floor offers:
-Authentic Italian Bar featuring wines from all 20 regions of italy
-Italian craft beers & cocktails
-Assaggi (Italian tapas) feat. salumi, formaggi, homemade pasta, crudo, fire grill, seafood & more
-Homemade Italian pastries
-Artisinal Gelato made by italy’s reigning Gelato Champion
-Award winning Espresso & Cappuccino bar

2nd Floor offers:
-Ristorante Italiano featuring rotating regional menus from all 20 regions of Italy
-Italian cultural school with language, gastronomic classes & wine tastings
-Coffee Torrefaction
-Gelato Laboratory
-Wine Bar

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Address


1716 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA
19103

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 11pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 10pm
Thursday 7am - 10pm
Friday 7am - 11pm
Saturday 8am - 9pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

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