United By Blue
United By Blue, located at 205 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, is not just a store; it's a unique destination where sustainability meets style and delicious food. Known for its commitment to cleaning up waterways, United By Blue offers high-quality apparel and gear made from sustainable materials. The flagship location provides an impressive shopping experience with a spacious environment and a cozy café area, perfect for relaxing while browsing through their eco-friendly products.
Whether you're searching for a new sweater, a durable backpack, or a perfect gift, United By Blue has it all. The store offers a range of options from well-made clothing to outdoor gear, with each item reflecting their dedication to sustainability. While shopping, customers can enjoy a delightful selection of food and beverages in the café. The menu is simple yet satisfying, with fresh options that complement the laid-back vibe of the space. The beignets, especially the cream-filled variety, come highly recommended for those with a sweet tooth.
The store has gained a loyal following over the years, with many customers appreciating its peaceful atmosphere. Unlike some of their other locations, this flagship store is less crowded with college students, allowing for a more relaxed experience. The staff is known for being friendly and attentive, further enhancing the overall ambiance.
A standout feature of United By Blue is its commitment to providing a space where customers can enjoy a meal and shop in a timely manner. With a policy of limiting dining time to an hour per table, patrons can efficiently enjoy their meal without feeling rushed, making it an ideal spot for lunch or a casual coffee break.
For those who love a great deal, United By Blue often holds sales, offering their well-crafted apparel and gear at discounted prices. The store's large selection and welcoming atmosphere make it a must-visit for anyone in the Philadelphia area or beyond.
United By Blue Reviews
I usually go to the Penn campus location because it is closer to me. However, I have been coming to the flagship store more often nowadays. I like this location much better because: - not flooded with college students -baristas, and other employees are much nicer - more spacious - more options for shopping for clothings I stopped by today again, but since it was a slower day for me I decided to have late breakfast and relax. Their food choices are pretty good, simple, but good. I also got myself a nice sweater I was eyeing for a while so that was a nice treat for me!
I LOVE United By Blue! They have a mission I support (clean up the waterways, use sustainable products), make great apparel and gear, and serve up delicious food and beverages. This is the flagship location, and they have expanded beyond Philly (hey, University City location) to Chicago and Scottsdale, AZ. The flagship location has a large space for their apparel and gear and a side for their café, kitchen, and dining. The food is fantastic and served quickly. You can have lunch and time to browse the store all in under an hour. They limit dining to 1 hour per table, which helps. Before 2020, if you visited UBB the tables were filled with people working, studying, or otherwise hanging out all day. Good luck sitting down to dine or enjoy a hot beverage before 2020. Now that isn't an issue, and it makes for a better experience as a customer. The apparel and gear is well made, and has the price tag to show for it. Pro tips: *get the cream filled beignet. Just do it. Thank me later. *Hit up the UBB sales for apparel and gear. Just wait for them. Totally worth it.
I love the concept of a café and boutique store. I didn't have much time to look around the store side, but it looked very cute. You order at the counter and the cashier was very helpful. She recommended I get the antioxidant bowl based on my likes. The bowl was decently priced, a good portion, and delicious! The whole menu looks amazing. I would highly recommend this as a casual coffee/lunch spot.
United by Blue is a nice spot to cool down at after walking through the historic Elfreth's Alley or a fun spot to just drink good coffee at and browse through the clothes collection. What you should know: I. LOCATION At the corner of Race & N 2nd St. You'll see apparel through the windows, but I promise there's coffee inside too. II. QUALITY I'm a huge coffee snob, so I always order a black cold brew or Americano to taste the quality of the beans. Here, I ordered a Cold Brew to-go and was impressed with the richness of the brew. It's quite acidic (in a good way), so be prepared. III. SERVICE Quick. Friendly. No complaints. IV. PETS They allow dogs inside and even have treats at the cash register for them
UBB you will be missed. I have moved to LA for such a long time now but I still remember the days goofing off with my undergrad friends in 2016 near the pier area and surprisingly wandered into this store. We fell in love with all UBB had to offer. We loved the brick wall especially. I spent countless nearly every day as an undergrad at UBB at the walnut location since. Thanks for being around! I have a ton of your clothes, used your backpack as my daily school bag for all undergrad, and even have a poster map of Philadelphia that hangs on my wall to this day. Thanks!