Pari Cafe Creperie

Reviews

• Fernando R.

  star star star star star 18 July 2026

  I lived in W. Philly long ago, back when this was a food truck and when they moved into Houston Hall. I loved their crepes then and I loved them this time as well, when I was in the area just for a couple of days.  Look forward to coming here next time I'm in town.

• AJ A.

  star star star star_border star_border 16 July 2026

  This creperie is located in one of the oldest and famous buildings on campus, Houston Hall. I don't know how long this place has been here but since I was a freshman back in 2015 the creperie was in business. Overall this place has HUGE portions and I was not able to finish my Sausage & Egg breakfast crepe. The guy who made my food packed it with tons of vegetables, sausage, and egg! Super satisfying but just lacked a bit of seasoning. My friend ordered the Nutella Strawberry Banana crepe which was just as monstrous with two whole bananas and lots of nutella. We were so fully -- but the caveat is that when you look at the menu you will read about the "Breakfast Specials" which are $1 off any breakfast crepe ... yea that's false.
  
  After ordering and having given my credit card I asked if he applied the breakfast special discount and in a mocking way said "Oh that discount is old we don't do that anymore." It was kinda disappointing because I could have totally gotten a more appetizing crepe for the same price then.
  
  So yes this place is good and satisfying but don't believe all of the specials and discounts on the menu -- they can be deceiving!

• Gloria E.

  star star star star_border star_border 12 July 2026

  Update: This place is pretty inconsistent with how they make their crepes. Sometimes light and fluffy, other times half overcooked and crispy, unable to be cut with a knife even. knocked it down a star, but hoping they get more consistent and pay attention to the crepe they are making (or at least remember not to burn it)
  
  Although these aren't Parisian style crepes (which are thinner, lightly sweet and less dense), this place does a good job of creating a thicker version which I might like better for holding multiple toppings! Crepes are well priced for the size and amount of toppings for sure. Recently, I've had the gyro crepe and the nutella/banana/strawberry crepes, and they're just like I remembered! The gyro was extremely cheesy with not many other toppings, so not great if you want a lot of meat, but the nutella crepe was filled with so many fruit slices and slathered with nutella, it was almost too sweet (but that's not a thing for me!) Only one guy working the whole operation sometimes so the service isn't instant, but you can watch him do your crepe on the spot and see the love that goes into each one! He always talks up the people waiting and makes the anticipation more fun. I do wish they had options for non-styrofoam containers, because it seems like a waste if you're just going to eat it in the same building.
  
  If you're looking for the dainty thin crepes you find overseas, I'd look elsewhere, but these crepes fill your need for a sweet treat or a packed savory optio

• Ajith J.

  star star star star star 1 July 2026

  Great little place tucked into the UPenn campus. Best crepes I've ever had. Since it's on UPenn campus and in their building, it might be a little tricky finding the place first and then there's the whole deal of whether you're a UPenn student or not. Try to keep a low profile and be respectful. The crepes are amazing and the gentleman who made them was very nice. You can actually see them making it and it's like art in motion. Great experience. The crepes are pretty big so if you're a small eater, definitely share it.

• Nathan C.

  star star star star star_border 24 June 2026

  Located snugly in Houston Hall, the Pari Cafe Creperie is a convenient spot for a quick lunch. The owner is a friendly guy who will chat and joke with you, which I appreciated. This creates a casual ambience and comfortable spot to grab food between classes.
  
  You can watch the crepes as they are prepared and I was pleasantly surprised by the size of the chicken with honey mustard crepe I ordered. The crepe took up the entire styrofoam box and satisfied me and I'm a pretty big eater.