FORÎN — Restaurant in Philadelphia

During Forîn's first few years of being open, I really liked the creativity and detail that went into their drinks, menu, and vibe, as well as the friendly staff they hired. As they've grown, they've made some changes and I don't love all of them. My least favorite change is switching from freshly made, elegantly-plated dishes to pre-wrapped sandwiches from a refrigerator. I'm sure they had good reason to make this change, but it's really hurt the quality of the experience for me. Beautifully plated sandwiches I used to enjoy treating myself to became foil-wrapped, soggy messes.

Also, I am lactose intolerant and almost every single food item comes with cheese that can't be removed. One time I got a bagel and asked if they had anything to put on it that wasn't cream cheese and was told there were no other options. Like, maybe keep some peanut butter? Jam? Vegan cream cheese? Anything? I dunno.

I can't handle coffee the way I used to and the tea options are very limited. And the high prices, which I used to feel were more or less justified by the quality of the food and drinks and experience, feel more predatory now. I used to enjoy stopping by as a treat to get something like a sundried tomato and egg toast and an iced oat ube latte, but come here far less than I used...

A thoughtful and well-executed cafe, Forîn offers only the best coffees, teas, light bites, spirits, apparel, and worldly tunes.

During the day, large floor-to-ceiling windows shepherd tons of natural light into the chic and minimalist space. When dinner service arrives, the lights are dimmed and the space seemingly transforms into a modern Parisian brasserie, solicited by the city's most “in the know” clientele.

The PM menu embodies everything one should look for in a great cafe: ambition, quality, community stewardship, and collaboration. Cocktails and wines enjoy the majority of real estate on the PM menu (and for good reason too). Ditch the bitters and dive into a Found/Lost - Forîn’s subtlety sweet interpretation of a Manhattan. For those looking to enjoy a lighter libation, order a glass of Forîn Honey Wine; yes, they make wine too!

Diners can also enjoy flawlessly made dishes like Beef Tartare with Kettle Chips, Lox Tartine, or a Local Cheese Plate highlighting a uniquely...

This coffee shop has completely stolen my heart! Every time I walk in, I'm greeted with the kindest smiles from the baristas — you can genuinely feel how much they care about creating a welcoming space. It's the kind of place that just makes your whole day better the second you step inside!

Now let’s talk about the pandan latte. I’m honestly obsessed. It's the perfect blend of cozy, creamy, and just the right amount of sweetness with that beautiful, unique flavor that you can't find anywhere else. I dream about this latte — it's that good! If you’ve never tried pandan before, trust me, this is the place to fall in love with it.

I can't recommend this coffee shop enough. Between the incredible drinks and the truly wonderful team behind the counter, it’s easily one of my favorite spots in Fishtown. Can't wait for...