Silk City – American
This vibrant, neon-lit haunt reimagines the classic diner experience, blending retro nostalgia with a high-energy lounge atmosphere that pulses with life. The kitchen masters the art of elevated comfort, serving up everything from decadent, gravy-smothered disco fries and buttery pierogies to zesty Korean fried cauliflower and crisp seitan wings. It is a place where global flavors and soulful American staples collide, creating a spirited setting perfect for indulgent late-night cravings and lively social gatherings.
435, Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19123 https://www.silkcityphilly.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 4:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Menu
Starters
- Pierogies - $15: Potato, Vermont cheddar cheese, house-made apple sauce, sour cream, chive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $16: One pound, spicy Buffalo or Thai chili, carrots, celery, blue cheese or ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Steak Eggrolls - $15: Chopped prime steak, grilled onions, cooper sharp, provolone, pepper relish, sriracha-ketchup Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Disco Fries - $14: House cut fries, braised short rib, cheese curds, house cheese sauce, beef gravy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $13: Cavatappi pasta, white cheddar cheese sauce, garlic bread crumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegan Starters
- Silky Hummus - $14: Grilled pita, olives, roasted peppers, feta, tomato, & cucumber salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Fried Cauliflower - $13: Ginger-garlic glaze, pickled carrots & daikon, pea shoots, cilantro, sesame seeds, scallions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Edamame - $7: Sea salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts - $12: Crispy Brussels, roasted peanuts, pickled fresno chili Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seitan Wings - $16: Spicy buffalo or thai chili, carrots, celery, vegan ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Tomato Soup (Cup) - $5: San marzano tomato, basil, garlic crouton Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Soup (Bowl) - $8: San marzano tomato, basil, garlic crouton Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Silk Salad - $13: Mixed greens, grape tomato, cucumbers, avocado, carrots, herbed croutons, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $13: Romaine, herbed croutons, shaved parmesan, caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Watermelon Salad - $16: Bulgarian Feta, Cucumber, Arugula, Mint, Spicy Pickled Onions, Sprouts, Candied Pepitas, Chipotle-Lime Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Short Rib Grilled Cheese - $16: Short rib, caramelized onions, cooper sharp, cheddar, horseradish aioli, Liscio's Thick-Cut Sourdough Bread, tomato bisque Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Prosciutto & Cheese - $16: Gruyere & Fontina cheese, black Mission fig jam, Liscio's Thick-Cut Sourdough Bread, hand-cut fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey BLT - $17: House smoked turkey, choice of turkey bacon or pork bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, roasted garlic mayo, Liscio's Thick-Cut Sourdough Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Chicken Sandwich - $17: Crispy OR Grilled, crunchy slaw, comback sauce, spicy pickles, cheddar, sesame bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Silk Burger - $14: 5 oz. patty, cooper sharp cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, thousand island, martin's potato bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt - $15: 5oz patty, secret sauce, caramelized onions, melted gruyere cheese, Liscio's toasted rye, hand cut fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Open-Faced Tuna Melt - $17: Spanish tuna salad, celery, red onion, tomato, lemon aioli, melted gruyere cheese, Liscio's toasted rye, hand cut fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Burger - $18: Sriracha mayo, arugula, ginger dressing, sesame bun Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian Sandwiches
- Classic Grilled Cheese - $14: Cooper sharp, cheddar, Liscio's Thick-Cut Sourdough Bread, tomato bisque Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Mushroom Quesadilla - $15: Roasted local mushrooms, peppers & onions, sharp cheddar, flour tortilla, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Impossible Burger - $16: 4oz patty, shredded lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, vegan thousand island, vegan bun Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Kabayaki Glazed Salmon - $26: Spicy shrimp fried rice, cremini mushrooms, peas, scallions, egg, sesame seeds Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken - $25: Organic Lancaster free range 1/2 chicken, honey-chili butter, mashed potato & turkey brasied collard greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf - $24: Beef-veal-pork, smoked bacon, garlic broccolini, mashed potato, herb gravy, crispy shallots Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Waffles - $18: Vanilla waffle, chili-honey, maple butter, boneless chicken thighs, herb-maple chicken gravy Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Petite Filet - $24: Potato & cheddar cheese gratin, garlic broccolini, red wine reduction, crispy onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Collard Greens - $5: Smoked Turkey Braised Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $5: Butter & cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Cheddar Corn Bread - $5: Honey butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Spinach - $5: Shallot Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fried Rice - $10: Kabiaki glaze Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand Cut Fries - $6: Sea salt & pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Purple Rain - $5: Corazon blanco Tequila, Pomegranate, Fresh Lime, Orange
- Seasonal Sangria - $5: White wine, brandy, elder flower, vanilla vodka, mixed berries, mint Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- House Wine - $6: Pinot noir, pinot grigio, or dry rose
- Select Draft Beer - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
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