Queen & Rook Game Cafe – American
The rhythmic clatter of dice and the hum of spirited competition fill this lively social hub, where the nostalgic joy of tabletop gaming meets a bold, plant-forward kitchen. Shared plates of crispy seitan wings and golden, flash-fried cauliflower fuel hours of strategy, while inventive pizzas topped with seasonal harvests and fiery spices emerge bubbling from the oven. It is a vibrant sanctuary for play and connection, where every move on the board is complemented by comforting, crave-able flavors.
123, South Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19147 +12159950043 https://queenandrookcafe.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
Dairy-Free at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
Queen & Rook Game Cafe in Philadelphia has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Seitan Wings, Guizhou Style Fries and Kids Nuggets and Small Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
Queen & Rook Game Cafe in Philadelphia has 32 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caesar Salad, Vegan Seitan Wings and Nuggets and Fries Basket. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
Queen & Rook Game Cafe in Philadelphia has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Cauliflower, CFC Sandwich and Queen Burger with Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
Queen & Rook Game Cafe in Philadelphia has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Yards Philly Pale Ale. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
Queen & Rook Game Cafe in Philadelphia has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Seitan Wings, Guizhou Style Fries and Kids Nuggets and Small Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
Queen & Rook Game Cafe in Philadelphia has 35 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Seitan Wings, Nuggets and Fries Basket and Greek Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
Queen & Rook Game Cafe in Philadelphia has 7 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including New York Cheesecake, Edamame and Cheese Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
Queen & Rook Game Cafe in Philadelphia has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dragon Fire Sandwich and Spellbound. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Queen & Rook Game Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| Fall Veggie Pizza | 52 g | 53.3 g |
| White Pie | 83.6 g | 51.5 g |
| Fried Cauliflower | 5.2 g | 49.8 g |
| Vegan Seitan Wings | 75.2 g | 40.7 g |
| Nacho Fries | 44.2 g | 39.9 g |
| Rekha Pizza | 184.6 g | 38 g |
| Queen Burger with Fries | 16.4 g | 34.4 g |
| Gettin Figgy Wit It | 41.9 g | 29.6 g |
| Funghitown | 34.1 g | 29.1 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| The Gritty | 6.9 g | 22.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Vegan Seitan Wings - $13: Choice of Buffalo, BBQ, Four Flavor, or Spicy Chili Crisp Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- My Cabbages! Fried Brussels Sprouts - $12: House made Agave Sauce, Vegan Parmesan Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cauliflower - $11: Choice of Buffalo or Korean Style (Gochujang, Tamari Glaze, VG Mayo, Garlic Crunch, Scallion) Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Artichoke Dip - $11: Served with Housemade Tortilla Chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pretzel Dippers - $10: 8 Dippers with Choice of Dip: Beer Cheese, Cheese Sauce, Dijon Mustard, or Agave Mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $9: 5 Sticks with Housemade Marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizzas
- Fall Veggie Pizza - $20: Spinach & Garlic, Oyster Mushrooms, Red Onion, Roasted Red Peppers, Fresh Mozzarella / Vegan Mozzarella, Housemade Marinara Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rekha Pizza - $21: Chana Masala, Samosa, Coriander Chutney, Tamarind Chutney, Vegan Yogurt, Puffed Rice, Crispy noodles, Red Onion, Cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dragon Fire Pizza - $21: Sunny's Hot Chili Oil Marinara, Mozzarella (D or VG), Arugula Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gettin Figgy Wit It - $21: Mascarpone, Mozzarella, Fig Jam, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Funghitown - $21: Thyme Bechamel, Marinated Portabella, Oyster and Button Mushrooms, Mozzarella Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Gritty - $19: Thyme Bechamel, Mozzarella, Soy Chorizo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Pizza - $19: Housemade Marinara, Mozzarella, Be Hive Seitan Pepperoni Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita Pizza - $18: Housemade Marinara, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil Leaves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Pie - $18: Thyme Bechamel, Mozzarella, Ricotta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Pizza - $17: Housemade Marinara, Mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Dragon Fire Sandwich - $18: Sunny’ Hot Chili Oil, Agave, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- CFC Sandwich - $18: Marinated Fried Seitan, Cabbage Apple Onion Slaw, Spicy Agave, Served with Housecut Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chik’n Sandwich - $18: Marinated Fried Seitan, Ranch Dressing, Buffalo sauce, lettuce, Served with Housecut Fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queen Burger with Fries - $18: Beyond Meat 4oz Patty, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickles, Ketchup, Mayo, Choice of VG or Dairy Cheddar Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rook Burger with Fries - $18: Beyond Meat 4oz Patty, Grilled Portobello Mushroom, Golden Onion, Dijon Mustard, Choice of VG or Dairy Swiss Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kimchi Burger with Fries - $18: Beyond Meat 4oz Patty, Kimchi, Tamari Glaze, Mayo, Scallion, Choice of VG or Dairy Cheddar Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nacho Fries - $15: Hand Cut Fries, Black Beans, Cheese Sauce, Pickled Jalapeño, Tomato, Lime Crema, Red Onion, Cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Kimchi Fries - $15: Hand Cut Fries, Kimchi, Scallion, Sesame, Mayo, Choice of VG or Dairy Cheese Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nuggets and Fries Basket - $13: Choice of Sauce: VG Ranch, Agave Mustard, BBQ, Ketchup, or Sriracha Mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $15: Housemade Chips, Black Beans, Cheese Sauce, Pickled Jalapeño, Tomato, Lime Crema, Red Onion, Cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Greek Salad - $13: Romaine, Tomato, Kalamata Olives, Pepperoncini, Red Onion, Oregano Dressing, Choice of VG or Dairy Feta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $13: Romaine, Tomato, Black Beans, Red Onion, Lime crema, VG Cotija, Tortilla Crunch, Cilantro Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $13: Romaine, Housemade Croutons, Housemade Caesar Dressing, Choice of VG or Dairy Parmesan Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Hand-cut French Fries - $8: Ketchup or Sriracha Mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rosemary Parmesan Fries - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Fries - $9: House Cajun Spice Blend; Smokey Mayo or Ketchup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guizhou Style Fries - $11: Spicy Pickled Greens, Cilantro, Scallions, Sesame Oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Crisp Fries - $11: Chili Crisp Sauce, Scallion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Meals
- Kid’s Pizza - $10: Personal size Pizza, Vegan or Dairy Mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger and Small Fries - $10: Beyond Meat 4oz Patty, Ketchup, Choice of VG or Dairy Cheddar Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Nuggets and Small Fries - $8: 3 Nuggets with Choice of Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Milkshake - $10: Choice of Ice Cream Flavor, Creamsicle, or Vietnamese Espresso Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Ice Cream Float - $8: Choice of Root Beer or Cola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Brownie or Brookie - $5: Crust Vegan Bakery Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- New York Cheesecake - $6: Choice of Chocolate or Blueberry Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream Bowl or Cone - $6: Flavors: Chocolate, Vanilla, Mint Chocolate Chip, Cookies & Cream, Strawberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Fountain Soda - $3: Cola, Diet Cola, Root Beer, Ginger Ale, Lemon Lime, Black Cherry
- Lavender Lemonade - $6: Housemade
- Vietnamese Coffee - $5: Càphê Roasters | Choice of Dairy or VG Coconut Milk
- Cold Brew - $5: OX Columbia Single Origin
- Espresso - $3.5: OX 1 Blend (Double)
- Hot Chocolate - $6: Philly Fair Trade
- Butterbeer (Non-Alcoholic) - $8: Served Hot or Iced | Choice of VG or Dairy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- The Upside Down Cocktail - $15: Jim Beam bourbon, Amaro Nonino, Cabernet Sauvignon reduction, cinnamon, cloves, black walnut bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Spellbound - $14: Elderflower Gin, Maraschino Liqueur, Violet Liqueur Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Yards Philly Pale Ale - $7: Pale Ale 16oz Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- House Red Cabernet Sauvignon - $10: Glass Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Queen & Rook Game Cafe
- Is Queen & Rook Game Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Queen & Rook Game Cafe has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Seitan Wings, Guizhou Style Fries and Kids Nuggets and Small Fries.
- What can I eat at Queen & Rook Game Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Seitan Wings, Guizhou Style Fries and Kids Nuggets and Small Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Queen & Rook Game Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Seitan Wings and Guizhou Style Fries.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Queen & Rook Game Cafe?
- Taco Salad, at roughly 76.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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