Joy Cafe – American
Sunlight streams into this cheerful neighborhood haunt, where the playful aroma of griddled batter and sizzling sausage sets the stage for a whimsical morning feast. From the bite-sized delight of golden Waffle Dots to decadent toasts layered with maple-glazed apples or creamy avocado, every plate balances nostalgic comfort with a vibrant, modern flair.
630, North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, 19123 +12159221003 https://myjoycafe.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, mediterranean, diabetic, whole30, paleo, low-sodium, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, high-fiber, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, tlc, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, raw-food, aip, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, macrobiotic, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Menu
All Day Breakfast
- Waffle Dots - $10: Bubble waffles made to order, soy free Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Warm & Hearty - $5.5: Hot oatmeal, cinnamon, soy milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Om...elette - $10.5: Homemade chickpea-flax egg omelette with cashew cheese, served with a side salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Elvis Special Toast - $5.75: Freshly spiced banana, peanut butter on artisan bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Nut-n-Honee Toast - $6: Freshly sliced banana, toasted almond chips, bee-free honey Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Maple Apple Toast - $6.5: Freshly sliced apple, peanut butter, maple syrup, toasted almond chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- California Dream Avo Toast - $7.5: Smashed fresh avocado, everything seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Bagelwiches
- Awesome Sausage - $7.5: Vegan sausage, tomato, cashew cheese, maple mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Booya Ham - $9.5: Vegan ham, chickpea flax egg, avocado, cashew cheese, maple mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Cutie Tom - $6.5: Cucumber, tomato, and choice of vegan cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Don't Go Bacon My Heart - $9.5: Homemade coconut bacon, chickpea flax egg, cashew cheese, tomato, maple mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Wassup Bee - $7.5: Wasabi hummus, avocado, coconut bacon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Assorted Local Artisan Bagel - $3.5: Toasted bagel with choice of spread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Anytime Bites
- Edamame - $5.5: Whole soybeans steamed in the pod with sea salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- When I Dip, You Dip, We Dip - $6.5: White corn tortilla chips with choice of Homemade Jalapeno or Spicy Soy Dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Hummus-n-Veggies - $8.5: Choice of hummus with carrots, cucumber, and celery sticks Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Bao Bao Bao - $8: 3 steamed veggie buns with sesame ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Dumpling Party - $6.75: Sampler assortment of veggie dumplings with sesame ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- You MAC Me So Happy - $7.5: Mac & cheese with brown rice pasta, homemade cashew cheese, and garlic brown rice breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Nacho Average Lover - $10: Corn tortilla chips, melty queso sauce, crema, jalapeno guac, black olives, scallions, and hot sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Time Fries When I'm Wit-cha - $10: Air-fried golden potatoes with homemade maple mustard sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Soups & Noodles
- Egg Drop Miso - $6.5: Chickpea-flax egg, miso, seaweed, tofu, and scallions Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Fun Guy and Me - $5.5: Miso, fresh-sliced mushrooms, seaweed, tofu, scallions Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Spice Up Yo' Life - $12: Ramen noodles in spicy broth with beets, carrots, seaweed, kale, and scallions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Be My Dumpling - $10.5: Veggie dumplings in spicy miso broth with seaweed, scallions, and kale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Miso Ramen-tic - $14: Ramen noodles in miso broth with BBQ seitan, kale, carrots, seaweed, and scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic
- Pho-Eva & Eva - $14: Rice noodles in ginger-turmeric-coconut broth with grilled mushrooms, carrots, kale, and sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Send Noods - $13: Choice of Udon or Soba with carrots, seaweed, tofu, scallions, and kale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Gourmet Salads
- Spring Garden - $8.5: Mixed greens, beets, cucumbers, green peppers, carrots, sweet onions, tomatoes Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
- Summer Bliss - $9.5: Signature salad with avocado, grapefruit, and toasted almond chips Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Hawaii Dream - $9.25: Signature salad with pineapple, grilled vegan ham, and chopped walnuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Seaside Vibes - $8.75: Signature salad with marinated seaweed, cucumbers, shredded carrots Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan
- Joy Chef Salad - $10.25: Signature salad with vegan ham, cashew cheese, and chopped walnuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Tofu-lly Together - $8.75: Signature salad with marinated tofu and toasted sesame seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Let-s Taco-bout It - $11: Taco salad with crunchy shell, spring mix, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, jalapeno, grilled mushrooms, grilled vegan chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Tutti Frutti - $7.25: Fresh arrangement of cut-to-order seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- Udon Know, I Dunno - $14: Udon noodle salad with sesame vinaigrette, cucumbers, vegan ham, wakame, and carrots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Wraps
- BBQ Wrap - $11.5: Grilled seitan in citrus BBQ sauce, tomato, spring mix Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Heavenly Wrap - $13.5: Vegan ham, avocado, cucumbers, tomato on a rice wrap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Hot Sausage Wrap - $12.5: Vegan hot sausage, green pepper, tomato, apple Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Joy Wrap - $12.5: Choice of Vegan Chicken or Beef, wasabi hummus, cucumbers, avocado, carrots, sesame Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Super Veggie Wrap - $13: Beet, carrot, avocado, cucumber, sweet onion, green pepper, ginger hummus, sesame Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Philly Cheezsteak Wrap - $13.5: Grilled vegan beef, sweet onion, melted cashew cheese, tomato, spicy soy mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
Sammies
- Art-n-Tom - $11: Artichoke hearts, tomato, ginger hummus, spring mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Ciao Bella - $12.5: Grilled portabella mushroom, sweet onions, tomato, cashew cheese, spring mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- You Make Me Melt - $10.5: Melted cashew cheese on grilled bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Ham-n-Cheesy - $13.5: Grilled vegan ham, melted cashew cheese on grilled bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Lox of Love - $14: Smoked carrot lox, capers, sweet onions, cucumber, spring mix, vegan cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Roasty Toasty - $13: Eggplant, sweet onions, green pepper, tomato, soy mayo, cashew cheese, spring mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Scallion Tuna - $13.75: Vegan tuna salad, soy mayo, celery, scallions, tomato, cashew cheese, spring mix Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Spicy Tuna - $13.25: Vegan tuna salad, spicy hummus, tomato, black olives, spring mix Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- T-n-A - $11.75: Tomato, fresh avocado, cashew cheese, spring mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Presto Pesto - $13.75: Grilled vegan ham, kale-walnut pesto, cucumber, tomato, spring mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Sweet Treats
- Ice Cream - $6: Homemade oat milk soft serve Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- S'Nice Cream - $5: 100% fruit-based frozen treat Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- S'Nice Sundae - $8.5: Donut with s'nice cream, chocolate sprinkles & toasted almond chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Fudge Brownie - $4.75: Vegan and gluten-free brownie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Peanut Butter Brown Rice Crispy - $3.25: Vegan and gluten-free rice crispy treat Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Whoopie Pie - $6: Vegan and gluten-free whoopie pie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
Beverages
- Drip Coffee - $2.25: Fair trade organic coffee
- Cold Brew - $3.75: Iced organic coffee
- Espresso Milkshake - $8.5: Two shots of espresso, two scoops of vegan ice cream, soy milk, agave
- Berry Berry Matcha - $7.75: Matcha latte with fresh berry mixture
- Green Tea Coffee - $4.35: Matcha and coffee blend
- Fresh Pressed Juice - $10.75: Choice of Delight, Energizer, Green Goddess, Go-Green, Go-To, or Ruby Red