The Kettle Black

Veg Options Bagels, Vegan Pastry, Plant Milk

★ 4.9 · $$$ · Hours

BreakfastQuick BitesTakeoutCoffee/Tea

Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

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"Get there 20 minutes before opening to avoid sold-out vegan items"
"Follow their Instagram stories for daily vegan offerings"
"Enjoy the flaky vegan pastries like the funfetti cruffin and vegan cinnamon rolls"
"Expect lines early in the morning and prepare for wait times"
 

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croissant — popular (×12)
bagels — popular (×8)
pastries — popular (×4)
sourdough — popular (×2)
 

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Praised for: friendly staff

The Kettle Black is a popular bakery known for its outstanding artisanal bagels and vegan pastries, including a notable funfetti cruffin and pretzel bagels. Its friendly small team consistently delivers fresh, flaky baked goods that attract long lines early each morning. The venue offers a casual bakery experience with vegan cream cheese and non-dairy milks, making it a favored spot for breakfast and quick bites in Philadelphia.