A varied menu with seasonal & local ingredients served in a stylish room with dog-lover decor.
White Dog Cafe has been engaging the Philadelphia community with award-winning contemporary American cuisine, since 1983. Known for creative menus, using the highest quality farm-fresh ingredients and humanely raised meats and poultry, our menus change weekly to capture the best local, seasonal and sustainable grown foods available. Completely renovated in August 2014, the historic trio of brownstones feature charming and whimsical décor in each of the unique dining spaces and bar with the same warm hospitality and inspiring fare.
Menu
DINNER MENU | |
For the Table | |
Local Artisan Cheese Seasonal Jams & Accoutrements |
$19.00 |
House Made Soft Pretzel Bread Stout Grain Mustard, PA Noble Cheddar |
$11.00 |
Goat Cheese Whipped Ricotta Balsamic Macerated Strawberries, Hazelnut, Basil, Toasted Sourdough |
$17.00 |
Roasted Garlic Hummus Epic Pickles Giardiniera, Grilled Pita, Lavash Chips |
$14.00 |
Crab Dip Oven Roasted Tomatoes, Local Herbs, Toasted Baguette |
$24.00 |
First Course | |
Kennett Square Mushroom Soup Truffle Crème Fraiche, Snipped Chives |
$13.00 |
Yellow Tomato Gazpacho Compressed Watermelon & Cucumber Salad, Chili Oil |
$12.00 |
Sandy Ridge Farm Deviled Eggs Half Dozen Cage-Free Eggs, Chef’s Assortment of Seasonal Fillings |
$11.00 |
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare Avocado, Sriracha, Sesame Soy Emulsion, True Leaf Micro Cilantro |
$18.00 |
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Fresh Horseradish, Guindilla Peppers |
$24.00 |
Oysters on the Half Cocktail, Shallot Mignonette, Lemon |
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Pork Belly Bao Buns Pickled Vegetables, Sriracha Mayo |
$16.00 |
Heirloom Tomato “Panzanella” Local Tomatoes, Pepperoncini, Grilled Cheese Croutons |
$15.00 |
Salads | |
Beet & Arugula Shellbark Hollow Goat Cheese, Herb Crème Fraîche, Crispy Polenta ‘Croutons’ |
$14.00 |
Greek Salad Gem Lettuce, Olives, Feta Cheese, Roasted Peppers, Artichoke Barigoule, Marinated Red Onion |
$15.00 |
Caesar Salad Romaine, Red Endive, Sourdough Crouton, Parmesan Tuile, Lemon Anchovy Dressing |
$14.00 |
Add Protein to Salad | $15.00 |
Entrees | |
Verlasso Salmon Eggplant Caponata, Zucchini Fritter, Basil, Creme Fraiche |
$31.00 |
Grilled Shrimp Salad Local Young Lettuces, Heirloom Tomato, Avocado, Smoked Bacon, Chipotle Ranch |
$28.00 |
Idaho Rainbow Trout Green Beans, Caramelized Shallots, Kennett Square Mushrooms, Hazelnut Brown Butter, Grilled Lemon |
$30.00 |
Pan Seared Scallops Jersey Corn & White Bean Succotash, Romesco Sauce, Crispy Pork Belly |
$48.00 |
Steak Frites 14 oz NY Strip Center Cut, Truffle Parmesan French Fries, Watercress Salad, Pickled Shallot Butter |
$58.00 |
Chipotle Glaze Meatloaf PA Noble Cheddar & Broccoli Loaded Potato Skins |
$29.00 |
Spicy Lamb Bolognese Severino Rigatoni, Jersey Crushed Tomatoes, Wilted Spinach, Basil Ricotta |
$27.00 |
Corn & Crab Raviolis Roasted Poblano, Blistered Corn, Red Onion Mojo, Farmers Cheese, Jersey Corn Butter Broth |
$29.00 |
Grilled Thick Cut Pork Steak Caramelized Honey BBQ Glaze, Dill Pickle Potato Salad, Marinated Watermelon |
$31.00 |
Spicy Thai Steak Salad Chilled Tenderloin Tips, Udon Noodles, Shiitake Mushrooms, Peanuts, Baby Greens, Julienne Vegetables, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette |
$29.00 |
Vegan Cheese Burger Plant Based Burger, Cheddar, Pickles, Onion, 1000 Island Sauce, Sesame Seed Bun, Fries |
$24.00 |
Beer Can Chicken Creamed Corn, Smoked and Pickled Peppers, Heirloom Tomatoes |
$32.00 |
Eggplant Milanese Jimmy Nardello Pepper Relish, Smoked Raisins, Frisee & Olive Salad |
$24.00 |
Green Meadow Farm Double Cheddar Burger Smoked Bacon Mayo, Bibb Lettuce, Grilled Red Onions, Brioche, Truffle Parmesan Fries |
$22.00 |
Market Sides | |
Glazed Cucumbers Sweet & Sour Glaze, Peanuts, Mixed Herbs |
$9.00 |
Charred Zucchini Red Chermoula, Lemon Yogurt, Honey, Cashew Nuts |
$12.00 |
Roasted Mushrooms Bread crumbs, Sherry Aioli |
$9.00 |
Truffle Parmesan Fries Spicy Mayo |
$9.00 |
Fried Pickles | $7.00 |
Heirloom Tomatoes Olive Oil, Sea Salt Basil |
$9.00 |
BRUNCH MENU | |
Share | |
Smoked Salmon Flatbread Naan, Preserved Lemon, Crispy Capers, Onion, Tomato, Everything Bagel Spice Cream Spread |
$19.00 |
Local Artisan Cheese Jams & Accoutrements |
$19.00 |
Goat Cheese Whipped Ricotta Balsamic Macerated Local Strawberries, Hazel Nut Crumble, Basil, Toasted Sourdough |
$17.00 |
First Course | |
Chilled Yellow Tomato Gazpacho Compressed Watermelon & Cucumber Salad, Chili Oil |
$12.00 |
Kennett Square Mushroom Soup Truffle Crème Fraiche, Chives |
$13.00 |
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare Avocado, Sriracha, Sesame Soy Emulsion, True Leaf Micro Cilantro |
$18.00 |
Oysters on the Half Cocktail, Shallot Mignonette, Lemon |
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Acai Bowl Local Berries, Bananas, Coconut Flakes, Granola, Chia Seed, Agave Drizzle |
$13.00 |
Caesar Salad Romaine, Red Endive, Sourdough Crouton, Parmesan Crisp, Lemon Anchovy Dressing |
$14.00 |
Beet & Arugula Shellbark Hollow Goat Cheese, Herb Crème Fraîche, Crispy Polenta ‘Croutons’ |
$14.00 |
Heirloom Tomatoes “Panzanella” Local Tomatoes, Pepperoncini, Grilled Cheese Croutons |
$14.00 |
Add Protein To Salad | $9.00 |
Warm Donuts Ricotta Donut Fritters, Creme Anglaise |
$10.00 |
Entrees | |
Farmers Plate Cage Free Eggs Choice of Preparation, Green Meadow Farm Bacon, Multi-grain Toast, Home Fries |
$15.00 |
Tofu Scramble Plate Baby Spinach, Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes, Curry Spices, Breakfast Potatoes, Multi Grain Toast |
$14.00 |
Kennett Square Omelet Three Cage Free Eggs, Roasted Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Sharp Cheddar, Home Fries |
$15.00 |
Strawberry Shortcake French Toast Brioche, Vanilla Creme, Strawberries, Whipped Cream, Shortcake Biscuit Crumbles, Maple Syrup |
$15.00 |
Pork Belly Benedict House Smoked Ironstone Creamery Pork Belly, Poached Eggs, Toasted Brioche, Pickled Onions, Rosemary-Maple Cream Sauce, Home Fries |
$18.00 |
Lancaster County Omelet Three Cage Free Eggs, Smoked Bacon, Goat Cheese, Spinach, Oven Dried Tomatoes, Home Fries |
$16.00 |
Breakfast “Pot Pie” Country Sausage Gravy, Baby Carrots, Pearl Onion, Peas, Sunny Side Egg, Buttermilk Biscuit |
$16.00 |
Churros Waffles Cinnamon & Sugar, Blueberry Bill’s Farm Warm Blueberries, Lemon Curd, Pennsylvania Maple Syrup |
$14.00 |
BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich Caramelized Onions, Apple Cabbage Slaw, Mustard BBQ Sauce, Toasted Brioche Bun, Truffle Parmesan Fries |
$17.00 |
Spicy Thai Steak Salad Chilled Steak Tips, Udon Noodles, Shiitake Mushrooms, Peanuts, Baby Greens, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette |
$27.00 |
Nashville Hot Chicken And French Toast Fried Thigh Tenders, Chili Spice, Dill Pickles, Thick Cut Bread, Maple Drizzle |
$22.00 |
Fried Shrimp Cake Sandwich Lettuce, Tomato, Epic Spicy Pickle, Texas Petal Sauce, Toasted Sesame Bun, Market Greens Salad |
$19.00 |
The Jersey Sammy Taylor Pork Roll, Fried Egg, Cooper Sharp, Pickled Baby Peppers, Brioche, Market Greens |
$18.00 |
Vegan Cheese Burger Plant Based Burger, Cheddar, Pickles, Onion, Lettuce, 1000 Island Sauce, Sesame Seed Bun, Fries |
$24.00 |
Green Meadow Farm Double Cheddar Burger Smoked Bacon Mayo, Bibb Lettuce, Grilled Red Onions, Brioche, Fries |
$22.00 |
Market Sides | |
Fried Pickles Spicy Mayo |
$8.00 |
Yukon Home Fries | $7.00 |
Chicken & Apple Sausage | $9.00 |
Bakers Thick Cut Bacon | $9.00 |
Biscuit & Sausage Gravy | $10.00 |
Truffle Parmesan Fries Spicy Mayo |
$9.00 |
Koch’s Farm Turkey Bacon | $9.00 |
Crispy Habbersett Scrapple | $9.00 |
VEGETARIAN MENU | |
For The Table | |
House Made Soft Pretzel Bread Stout Grain Mustard Butter, PA Noble Cheddar |
$10.00 |
Local Artisan Cheese Chef’s Selection of Local Cheese Seasonal Jams & Accoutrements |
$19.00 |
Goat Cheese Whipped Ricotta Balsamic Macerated Strawberries, Hazelnut, Basil, Sourdough |
$17.00 |
First Course | |
Kennett Square Mushroom Soup Truffle Crème Fraiche, Snipped Chives |
$13.00 |
Yellow Tomato Gazpacho* Compressed Watermelon & Cucumber Salad, Chili Oil |
$10.00 |
Sandy Ridge farm Deviled Eggs Half Dozen Cage Free Eggs, Chef’s Assortment of Seasonal Fillings |
$11.00 |
Broad Wing Farm Heirloom Tomatoes* Blackberries, Basil, Saba, Pink Peppercorn, Olive Oil, Torn Bread |
$15.00 |
Salads | |
Beet & Arugula* Shellbark Hollow Goat Cheese, Herb Crème Fraîche, Crispy Polenta ‘Croutons’ |
$14.00 |
Greek Salad* Gem Lettuce, Olives, Feta Cheese, Roasted Peppers, Artichoke, Barigoule, Marinated Red Onion |
$15.00 |
Caesar Salad* Romaine, Red Endive, Sourdough Croutons, Parmesan, White Balsamic Vinaigrette |
$13.00 |
Add Local Organic Tofu | $6.00 |
Entrees | |
Udon Noodle Salad* Shiitake Mushroom, Julienne Vegetables, Baby Greens, Peanuts, Organic Tofu, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette |
$22.00 |
Vegan Cheese Burger Plant Based Burger, Cheddar, Pickles, Onions, Lettuce, 1000 Island Sauce, Sesame Seed Bun, French Fries |
$24.00 |
Eggplant Milanese* Jimmy Nardello Pepper Relish, Smoked Raisins, Frisee and Olive Salad |
$24.00 |
Sides | |
Fried Pickles Spciy Mayo |
$8.00 |
Roasted Mushrooms Bread Crumbs, Sherry Aioli |
$9.00 |
Truffle Parmesan Fries* Spicy Mayo |
$9.00 |
Glazed Cucumbers* Sweet & Sour Glaze, Peanuts, Mixed Herbs |
$9.00 |
Charred Zucchini* Red Chermoula, Lemon Yogurt, Honey, Cashews |
$9.00 |
HAPPY HOUR MENU | |
Small Plates | |
Fried Epc! Pickles | $6.00 |
Yellow Tomato Gazpacho | $6.00 |
Truffle Parmesan Fries | $6.00 |
Sandy Ridge Farm Deviled Eggs Chef’s Assortment of Seasonal Fillings |
$9.00 |
Medium Plates | |
Beet & Arugula Salad Shellbark Hollow Goat Cheese, Herb Crème Fraîche, Crispy Polenta ‘Croutons’ |
$9.00 |
Caesar Salad Romaine, Red Endive, Sourdough Crouton, Parmesan Tuile, Lemon Anchovy Dressing |
$9.00 |
Heirloom Tomatoes Blackberries, Basil, Saba, Pink Peppercorn, Olive Oil, Crunchy Torn Bread |
$9.00 |
Large Plates | |
Local Artisan Cheese Seasonal Jams & Accoutrements |
$12.00 |
Yellowfin Tuna Tartar Avocado, Sesame Soy Emulsion, Blue Moon Acres Micro Cilantro |
$12.00 |
Green Meadow Farm Double Cheddar Burger Smoked Bacon Mayo, Bibb Lettuce, Grilled Red Onions, Brioche |
$12.00 |
6 East Coast Oysters on the Half Shell Served With Champagne Mignonette |
$12.00 |
Wine Glass | |
Sparkling Wine | $7.00 |
Chardonnay | $7.00 |
Pinot Grigio | $7.00 |
Sauvignon Blanc | $7.00 |
Cabernet Sauvignon | $7.00 |
Merlot | $7.00 |
Pinot Noir | $7.00 |
Select Drafts | |
Select Drafts | $6.00 |
Cocktails | |
Lucky Lady Svedka Citrus Vodka Strawberry Puree, Lemon Juice, Honey Simple |
$8.00 |
Spicy Strawberry Margarita Chile Infused Hornitos Blanco Tequila, Strawberry, Lime, Agave |
$8.00 |
Honey Mule Faber Vodka, Ginger, Honey, Lime, Ginger Beer |
$8.00 |
Dirty Dog Faber Vodka, EPIC! Spicy Green Bean Pickling Brine, Spicy Pickled Green Beans |
$8.00 |
Red Sangria | $8.00 |
White Sangria | $8.00 |
DESSERT MENU | |
House Made Desserts | |
Peaches & Cream Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta, Peach Compote, Brown Butter Streusel |
$12.00 |
Vanilla Beam Crème Brulee Lemon Shortbread |
$10.00 |
Chocolate Turtle Brownie Toasted Marshmallow Sauce, Smores Granola, Vanilla Ice Cream |
$12.00 |
Ice Cream And Sorbet Ask Your Server About Our Daily Selection |
$7.50 |
Blueberry Almond Cake Blueberry Sauce, Amaretto, Vanilla Ice Cream |
$12.00 |
Chocolate Mousse Cake Devils Food Cake, Milk Chocolate Mousse, Dark Chocolate Crumb |
$12.00 |
Local Artisan Cheese Three Selections With Seasonal Jams & Accompaniments |
$18.00 |
Dessert Cocktails | |
Espresso Martini Three Olives Triple Shot Vodka, Jumping Goat Coffee Liqueur, Espresso Shot, Agave |
$12.00 |
Chocolate Covered Raspberry Martini Vodka, Crème de Cacao, Aperol, Raspberry, Lemon, Grated Dark Chocolate |
$13.00 |
Port & Dessert Wine | |
Graham’s, 10 Year Tawny, Port | $11.00 |
Fonseca, 20 Year Tawny, Port | $17.00 |
Smith Woodhouse, LBV, 2000, Port | $13.00 |
Taylor Fladgate, 30 Year Tawny, Port | $32.00 |
Elk Cove “Ultima”, White Blend, Willamette Valley, OR 2014 | $16.00 |
Single Malt Scotch | |
Ardbeg, 10 Year | $15.00 |
Ardbeg “Uigeadail” | $19.00 |
Balvenie “Doublewood” | $16.00 |
Dalwhinnie, 15 Year | $18.00 |
Glenfiddich, 15 Year | $17.00 |
Lagavulin, 16 Year | $22.00 |
Laphroaig, 10 Year | $14.00 |
The Macallan, 12 Year | $17.00 |
Oban, 14 Year | $20.00 |
Cognac | |
Hennessy VSOP | $20.00 |
Remy Martin VSOP | $14.00 |
Hennessey VS | $13.00 |
Boulard Calvados | $14.00 |
Amaro | |
Averna | $12.00 |
Fernet Branca | $11.00 |
Branca Menta | $11.00 |
Cynar | $11.00 |
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Order and Reservations
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Contact White Dog Cafe
Address: 3420 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: (215) 386-9224
Website: http://whitedog.com/location/?University-City-1
Hours
Sunday | 9AM–8PM |
Monday | 9AM–9PM |
Tuesday | 9AM–9PM |
Wednesday | 9AM–9PM |
Thursday | 11:30AM–9PM |
Friday | 9AM–9:30PM |
Saturday | 9AM–9:30PM |