Gran Caffe L'Aquila

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Gran Caffe L'Aquila Gran Caffe L'Aquila Ristorante & Bar Italiano offers Authentic Italian Cuisine in the heart of Philadelphia!
(2810)

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!

1st floor:
Authentic Italian Bar featuring wines from all 20 regions of Italy

Italian craft beers & cocktails

Assaggi (Italian tapas) featuring 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:

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

Make your holiday celebration an Italian festa!  🇮🇹 👏 Host your gathering at Philadelphia’s premier destination for an e...
11/09/2026

Make your holiday celebration an Italian festa! 🇮🇹 👏 Host your gathering at Philadelphia’s premier destination for an experience filled with exceptional Italian cuisine & hospitality...

Hosting 10–200 guests, we offer everything from aperitivo hours, regional w**e dinners, gelato tastings & more. Contact us to explore your options! 🎉

Inquire HERE: https://bit.ly/420ysQW

11/06/2026
Clase Azul is hosting an exclusive launch aperitivo today from 5:30–7:30pm...Join us at the main bar & sip specially pri...
11/02/2026

Clase Azul is hosting an exclusive launch aperitivo today from 5:30–7:30pm...Join us at the main bar & sip specially priced, Italian-inspired cocktails featuring Clase Azul...

No reservations needed...We look forward to seeing you, Salute! 🥂

10/25/2026

Happy World Pasta Day! 🍝🇮🇹 Join us at Gran Caffè L’Aquila as we celebrate the art of Italian pasta with live pasta-making demonstrations throughout the day and a special menu dedicated to this beloved tradition. Watch fresh pasta take shape, then enjoy a taste of Italy right here in Philadelphia!

Thank you, Councilman Squilla, for presenting the Mayor of L’Aquila with a proclamation welcoming the Abruzzo delegation...
10/24/2026

Thank you, Councilman Squilla, for presenting the Mayor of L’Aquila with a proclamation welcoming the Abruzzo delegation & reaffirming the special partnership between Abruzzo & Philadelphia! 🇮🇹👏

10/23/2026

Grazie Father Gill for an incredible meeting with Mayor Biondi of L’Aquila and acclaimed writer Angelo De Nicola at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter & Paul.

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Ristorante & Bar Italiano offers Authentic Italian Cuisine in the heart of Philadelphia! Cafe, Restaurant, W**e Bar, Cultural School and our famous Coffee & Gelato labs!

Join us TODAY Thursday Oct. 1st, 4:30-6:30pm for an authentic Venetian aperitivo hosted by Select... 🇮🇹Enjoy an evening ...
10/01/2026

Join us TODAY Thursday Oct. 1st, 4:30-6:30pm for an authentic Venetian aperitivo hosted by Select... 🇮🇹

Enjoy an evening inspired by Venice, featuring Select cocktails & traditional Venetian cicchetti tapas...No reservations needed, we'll see you at the bar, SALUTE!🥂

From the heart of Rome... 🇮🇹 Join our Culinary Director, Riccardo Longo, on a journey through one of Italy's most histor...
09/17/2026

From the heart of Rome... 🇮🇹 Join our Culinary Director, Riccardo Longo, on a journey through one of Italy's most historic neighborhoods...

Iconic dishes, regional w**es & handcrafted cocktails that define Testaccio's culinary traditions. Available thru 9.20... Salute! 🥂

Menu: https://tinyurl.com/GranWeekly
Reserve: https://tinyurl.com/GranReservations

Summer on a plate! ☀🍽️ Burrata flown in fresh from Bari, served with a bright cauliflower caponata. Light, tasty & perfe...
08/31/2026

Summer on a plate! ☀🍽️ Burrata flown in fresh from Bari, served with a bright cauliflower caponata. Light, tasty & perfect for lunch!

Reservations: https://tinyurl.com/GranReservations
📸: Center City District

Last day to enjoy Center City District "Let's Do Lunch!" at Gran Caffe L'Aquila - featuring a delicious app & entree for...
08/28/2026

Last day to enjoy Center City District "Let's Do Lunch!" at Gran Caffe L'Aquila - featuring a delicious app & entree for just $20...

Available in our dining room or grab a seat at the bar...Salute! 🍽️🍷

Reservations: https://tinyurl.com/GranReservations

Consider this your sign to send SIPS off the Italian way! 🥂🇮🇹 Join us for the final SIPS of the season at the bar, today...
08/26/2026

Consider this your sign to send SIPS off the Italian way! 🥂🇮🇹 Join us for the final SIPS of the season at the bar, today from 5pm–7pm...

$8 select Italian cocktails (hello, Aperol Spritz!), $7 w**e, $6 b**r + discounted apps...One last cheers to midweek dolce vita - SALUTE!

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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