The Laundry Café

I love this laundry mat! Its so clean, bright, and its in q safe area. I always feel safe coming here regardless of what time of say it is. I have come here at 3am in the morning which is the best because that’s when it’s empty. You have to buy a laundry card to do laundry which in my opinion is so much better than the old quarter system. They have a good amount of machines and there are TVs everywhere. They have vending machines for sodas and laundry detergent. I always come here to do laundry.

Came here at the recommendation of a friend. I have my own washer and dryer, but needed to clean an area rug and heard they had big machines here.
As others have experienced, when i walked in there was no one at the desk. I did a quick walk around to make sure they had what I needed (they did, and then some) then headed back to the desk to ring the bell for assistance. The girl showed up immediately; I guess I had walked right past her and didn’t notice because there is no uniform or logo’d shirt for employees. She kindly confirmed the kind of machine I needed, helped me get set up with a new card, and helped me get some soap from the vending machine that had an «out of order» sign on it (employees have the key).
I was in and out in less than an hour with a newly cleaned rug, all for about $ 11. Card costs $ 1, lowest amount that can be put on is $ 10 (so I do have a few bucks left). Drying is free, but I didn’t take advantage.
Only rating ⁴⁄₅ stars as there’s not too much seating available, and the TV’s were LOUD. Granted I went during the Eagles game, but still … I ended up sitting outside for a bit for a reprieve.

First time to go and my last. I walk in to find no one working behind the desk. Timed it and it took 7 minutes before someone coming on to their shift to walk in. Once I asked if they worked there, after they walked past me and saw me waiting up against the counter, if they worked there. She answered yes. Then went about her business. I then had to ask her how much their drop off pricing was. She told me .99 cents, which is ridiculously high, and then went out of her way to keep ignoring me.
I just took my things and left.
I waited 7 Minutes to be told they are over pricing their services.
If you only want to wash your own things it’s new and clean, for now.
Good luck.

The place is clean and more updated than many laundromats I’ve visited in Philly. Machines are more expensive, but you can use your credit card or laundromat card for most washing/​vending machines in the laundromat which is convenient. However, on my first and possibly last visit, I’ve already had too many poor interactions with management. There was no welcome or hello, just someone half sleep and angry, unwilling to help me sign up for a card. Then she was very unwilling to even assist people who had their money eaten up by broken vending machines, and massage chairs, which they neglected to put an out of order sign on, even after requested by different customers. Their response is: play at your own risk. You could at least have a sign for that!

I can’t say enough about this place. Open 24 hrs a day (thank god bc having to fit laundry in during typical business hours only adds stress to a painfully annoying chore when you have to do laundry outside of your home). The card system rules. So much easier than carrying cash or quarters around. I added $ 20 to my card and got a couple free bucks for the dryer (or something along those lines). The machines are brand spankin new and there is a lot! Big to small size washers and then dryers along the walls. I swear the drying time was quicker than anywhere else which not only saves you time but saves you money too. Location was bright and safe even overnight. I just wish it was a little closer to home for me. but otherwise this is my go-​to spot now! The guy working was there overnight and was extremely helpful and nice.

Very first time here and if you’ve read any pod my other laundromat reviews you’d know I’ve been a loyal customer to another laundry company and location much further away from home.
I think I’m dumping my old location. This is a bit more updated on technology and the machines are brand new. I’ll come back again on a busier day and see how I like things.
Lady at the counter was helpful also bc she probably saw the look of panic and confusion when I walked in.