Cosmic Cafe
SUSTAINABLE FARM-TO-TABLE FOOD WITH A MISSION.
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Our Cosmic Commitment
FRESH LOCAL FOODS, MADE FROM SCRATCH ON SITE BY CHEF PEG BOTTO.
We are serious about your health, our community, and the well-being of our planet:
Our produce is from local farms who use sustainable farming practices. Our meat is only from local farms who treat their animals humanely and use sustainable farming practices. Our breads are from local bakeries of the highest quality. If local products are not available, such as coffee (not grown in the Continental U.S.), we support Fair Trade principles. We purchase organic products whenever possible. We keep our prices fair and reasonable, so that as many people as possible can enjoy healthful, tasty food. 10% of the cafe’s rent also goes to support Philadelphia Parks & Rec.
Want to join our team? Stop by in person to meet Peg!
What We Do
The Cafe is located in Lloyd Hall on Historic Boathouse Row in Fairmount Park, serves as a community recreation center and a public boathouse for Philadelphia.
We strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone. One way we do that is by hiring people with special needs and teaching them important life skills.
Visit our Ciderhouse on the patio with Frecon's Cider, local beer, wine, and spirits. Enjoy live music, healthy earth conscious eats and a beautiful view of the river.
Come Work with Us
We are hiring Cafe Workers, Kitchen Workers and Bartenders
Cosmic Café and CiderHouse is a woman owned, sustainable, Scratch Made, local company committed to the Tripe Bottom Line, People, Planet and Profit. We care greatly for our Coop of farmers, producers, customers and above all our products.
The company was founded by Peg Botto, in 2000, first location was in the Chestnut Hill Farmers Market and now the iconic Boathouse Row Location in Fairmount Park. We value our team members and strive to maintain a productive, educational and mission driven work environment. Cosmic is a huge supporter of hiring developmentally disabled individuals. These individuals are a part of our mission of inclusion. Because of our commitment, The Cosmic Foundation was founded in 2019, to train people in many skills for a better life.
Working with us is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to be a part of a fun, hard working team in support of a local, sustainable community.
Upcoming Events
Sat, Apr 20PhiladelphiaApr 20, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMPhiladelphia, 1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USAApr 20, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMPhiladelphia, 1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USARoger Learnard and Allen James have been performing in and around Philadelphia for more than 30 years. Roger and Allen perform in numerous bands with varying lineups. They are members of the 5 piece Roger Learnard Band and work at venues as a duo throughout the area.
Sun, Apr 21PhiladelphiaApr 21, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PMPhiladelphia, 1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA
Sat, Apr 27PhiladelphiaApr 27, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMPhiladelphia, 1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA
Sun, Apr 28PhiladelphiaApr 28, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PMPhiladelphia, 1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USAApr 28, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PMPhiladelphia, 1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USAJ. P. Bohannon has been playing regularly at the Cosmic Cafe since 2018. His music ranges from folk to country to rock, from pop to American standards, from "oldies" to modern indie and Americana. Mixing in an ever-growing stable of originals with an enormous repertoire of songs and styles.
Our Partners
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
