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Yellow Bicycle Canteen

Restaurant Vegetarian restaurant

One of the Top rated Vegetarian restaurants in Philadelphia


Address

930 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States

Contact

+1 215-515-3749

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.90 (122 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Monday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 8 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: sandwich (16) good (15) vegetarian (12) delicious (10) vegan (8) recommend (8) burrito (8) sweet (7) healthy (7) great (7)
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  • 5/5 Elisa L. 6 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    I accidentally found this place on a nice stroll around the city and figure out I was hungry. I ordered a roast vegan sandwich on a bagel and it was delicious. The ingredients were fresh and very tasty. I loved the idea of putting roasted sweet potatoes in a sandwich, they were soft and creamy at the right point. I highly recommend this place also because the staff is very nice and friendly. Can’t wait to go back again :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Duy N. 2 years ago on Google
    I found this restaurant on the Internet when I was hungry and I walked over to order some food. I’m not even a vegan. But the food is amazing. I ordered a sweet potato burrito and it was so good. It has so many different ingredients inside. It is super healthy, it tastes good and it satisfied me. I will come back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elisabeth Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent, affordable, flavorful, vegetarian food! Go in for some of the best vegetarian and vegan food! Partner and I had the Garden Quiche sandwich and the Green Egg sandwich on multigrain bread. We also treated ourselves to the gazpacho soup; it was stupendous! Taste authentic, with a bit of kick to it. Just go! Pick up and enjoy in the park or any green space. So good. The multigrain bread is memorable. Note: Partner is not vegetarian and uttered, "I'm not missing meat AT all." But to top that, Ian, the chef, and owner of the cozy eatery, is a wonderful, friendly, and generous person. We enjoyed meeting him.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samuel D. 10 months ago on Google
    This place is a hidden gem. Food is cheap, delicious, AND healthy. Usually you can only pick 2/3 but this place hits the mark. I’ve come here every day for breakfast the past 3 days and don’t plan on stopping any time soon. The garden quiche and the green eggs sandwich are both amazing. No need to be vegetarian to eat here, just a desire for a healthy breakfast that tastes amazing. Highly recommend !
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 T. V. 9 months ago on Google • 61 reviews
    Welcoming, clean and cute canteen. The Chef was very outgoing and friendly. My egg burrito was amazing! Yes I love to eat meat. This was not my first option. I am so glad I walked on in! Wow… my burrito…. Was packed and so yummy!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emily C. 1 year ago on Google
    Really delicious wholesome meal. I got the sweet potato burrito and it was packed to the brim with deliciousness. Eggs cooked sooo nicely. Just the right little kick. Corn muffin was yum!! My partner got the egg and potato burrito and loved it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pranav C. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food and incredibly friendly staff. Out of all vegan/vegetarian places I’ve been to in Philly, this sits far above the rest. The best part is the insanely low prices and sizable portions; my wife and I can eat a hearty, healthy meal for barely $15 together. Haven’t had a single item on the menu that disappoints! Highly recommend this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 DB 10 months ago on Google
    Reasonably priced, home cooked original menu choices make this a great go to place for lunch and/or an early dinner. Ian, the chef is passionate about his vegetarian and vegan options and offers a great varied menu. I love his vegetarian chili... it is the best I've ever had! Prompt, courteous service, and a cute little place to sit inside or out makes this a neighborhood favorite. Give it a try! You won't regret it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Peder T. 11 months ago on Google
    stopped in here while traveling. delicious food, affordable prices, and kind staff. loved the garden quiche bagel sandwich and the Jones, which were both very filling.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kala P. 11 months ago on Google
    Not many places left where really affordable intersects with great-quality healthy non-oily!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eileen R. 6 months ago on Google • 44 reviews
    We've been here 3 times in the past few months and it's a laid back unassuming spot with super delicious food. It's not fast food....it's homemade creative yummy casual food. My hubby can't stop getting the tuna on bagel...just loves it. I'm obsessed with the Garden Quiche sandwich. Sooo good. And everyone here is so nice! They have a few outside tables so it's great to visit for a bite with our pup. This is on regular rotation now for sure...

  • 5/5 Deborah L. 4 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    This little hidden gem continues to be the best kept secret in Philadelphia. With honors for the sixth year in a row for best vegetarian restaurant, this sweet little spot near 10th and Locust is a must for anyone who cares about eating food that is not only good for you, but 100% organic and Vegetarian. The incredibly talented chef, Ian, literally puts his heart and soul into every dish that he makes for you. I just had the tuna salad sandwich on whole-grain bread, and it was out of this world yummy!!!!And I make a great tuna sandwich, but his is my favorite now. Ian's menu is extensive and covers a wide range of items from breakfast to lunch. One of my favorites is his vegetarian chili, which is served with his homemade cornbread, truly the best I've ever had. So do yourself a favor, and treat yourself to an outrageously delicious meal with super fair prices, and support this precious gem in Washington Square in 2024!!

  • 5/5 Jenny W. 5 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    I am not vegetarian but love coming here for the vibe. My favorite is Thai curry. Don’t expect coming in here for a latte like a regular cafe as it’s probably too technical for the lovely lady at front! If you are dining in, they have a bookshelf with lots of interesting books to browse through.

  • 5/5 Jenn B. 3 months ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    Amazing breakfast burritos and sandwiches. I ordered take out from here and got the potato egg burrito and the chorizo egg and cheese (on multigrain). Both so good and hearty, I can’t wait to go back and try more!

  • 5/5 Yashmeet K. 1 year ago on Google
    The food quality speaks for itself. So many hearty and healthy options for such a good price. It's been consistently awesome every time I've been here!

  • 1/5 Tal L. 9 months ago on Google
    Buffalo chickpea sandwich was subpar. Whole Cold chickpeas tossed is a watery buffalo-like sauce, with picked pepper and cabbage, served on soggy bread. House Salad was good, nothing special. Upset that we dined in and every was packaged for take out, including plastic silverware. Very environmentally unfriendly. Overall would skip this cafe…

  • 5/5 Elena K. 8 months ago on Google
    One of the best budget-friendly vegetarian places in Philly. Amazing service and delicious food! Quiche and Chorizo Burrito are definitely worth coming back to! 100% recommend!

  • 5/5 Jennifer F. 7 months ago on Google
    Fantastic flavor, large variety of choices, sandwiches and burritos are fantastic. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Yuko N. 7 months ago on Google
    Food is “home cooking” style, clean taste. It is a small and causal place. Price is good. We dined in. The owner cares his food and his place. I will go back again and will tell all my friends about this little place!

  • 5/5 shawna 2 years ago on Google
    Ordered the green egg sandwich per the yelp reviews. It was very good. Since I've also tried the roasted veg and southwest burrito. All very good! I think the green egg is my fav so far. The staff is super warm, friendly and helpful.

  • 5/5 rachel s. 1 year ago on Google
    The Yellow Bicycle Canteen is a hidden gem. Delicious, fresh and great priced dishes. They were happy to accommodate my vegan and GF dietary restrictions. So happy to have found them, I highly recommend!!!

  • 5/5 Peach L. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice! Great variety for vegan eats, offers something different than the typical vegan options-- I loved the buffalo chickpea bagel Yum

  • 5/5 Bridget L. 1 year ago on Google
    As a student YBC is a great option! Food is good quality, healthy, delicious, and affordable. The people at YBC are so kind also. Love it here! (highly recommend the Buffalo chickpea sandwich)

  • 3/5 Frank W. 1 year ago on Google
    I saw this place while looking mostly for a latte and a some kind of baked good for breakfast. It said "cafe" on it so I assumed this place at minimum would have espresso drinks. I ordered a pumpkin muffin and a latte. As I watched the drink being made I noticed the cashier was simply pouring some drip coffee and some milk into a coffee cup. When I asked about it I was told they do not have an espresso machine and the cashier did not really know what a latte or cappuccino was. That's fine, but it's a big miss not to tell the customer that the product they tried to order was not available and to ask if drip coffee was all right instead. But the pumpkin muffin was really good! I'm sure the other food here is good based on other reviews.

  • 5/5 Michelle P. 8 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    I keep going back for my lunch breaks. The service is super quick. The food is delicious, filling, and affordable. Highly recommend the french toast club, sweet potato burrito, and carrot lox bagel sandwich.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Indira R. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    I stopped by on the way to Walnut Street Theater because I was looking for a quick bite before the show. This place turned up on Google and I was intrigued by the vegetarian label. So glad I stopped by! Amazing green eggs sandwich - packed with vegetables cooked to perfection. I got the veggie curry special as well and it was delicious, especially the chunky sweet potatoes. I asked Ian about the spices and he actually brought them out and showed me exactly what brands he used and gave me instructions to make my own. The atmosphere and decorations are great too. I will return with friends! Thanks, Ian.

  • 5/5 MsFs-Train “BOEING 7. 5 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    A BEAUTIFUL PLACE VERY CLEAN/PLEASANT ENVIRONMENT THE OWNER/EMPLOYEES ARE AMAZING FRIENDLY/ PROFESSIONAL AS FAR AS THE FOOD EVERYTHING IS EXCELLENT I GOT THE TUNA ON A BAGEL AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS THE BEST TUNA VERY DELICIOUS AND A COFFE I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT EVERYTHING IS DELICIOUS AND PREPARED SUPER FRESH 👍👍👍👍

  • 5/5 Grace H. 5 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Absolutely delightful!!! The cashier and the cooks where very sweet and conversational! I got the green eggs kale sandwich and WOW, they do not skimp on the vegetables. The sandwich was like a warm hearty hug, with cooked kale, onions and a fried egg, perfect for a fall afternoon. AND very reasonably priced (just $9!)


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cheques
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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