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784 S 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 -Corner of 3rd and Catharine in the heart of Queen Village
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HAPPY HOUR – 1$ off all alcoholic drinks
M-F 4pm-6pm

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Philly Gastropub with 20 beers on tap.

Daily Specials

Join us for daily specials everyday of the week!

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New Wave Cafe

Discover our restaurant and see why everyone loves this place.

New Wave Cafe has been mixing drinks and fun in Queen Village since 1985. Founded by Center City natives Nate Ross and brothers Sam and Aly Lynagh, the New Wave is a pioneer in the Philly gastro pub trend which is sweeping Center City.
In-the-know local folk and visitors alike have made New Wave their second home

We have you covered for Lunch, Dinner and weekend Brunch

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WEDGE $13
Crumbled bleu cheese, crispy bacon and red onion with a buttermilk bleu cheese dressing
HOUSE $10
Mixed greens, cucumber, onions, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette
CAESAR $11
Romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese
GOAT CHEESE $16
Mixed greens, toasted hazelnut crusted goat cheese ball, grilled portobello, roasted red peppers, balsamic vinaigrette
AHI TUNA NICOISE $18
Bibb lettuce, chopped egg, green beans, olives, onion and new potatoes with dijon-tarragon vinaigrette
WARM SALMON $18
With capers, red onions, black olives and Italian vinaigrette dijon-tarragon vinaigrette
SOUP OF THE DAY
Cup | Bowl
Chef’s Selection Pasta $11
Add Chicken +6 • Steak +8 • Shrimp +8 Salmon +9

Choice of marinara, Alfredo, or blush sauce.
Gluten Free +2

NACHOS
Queso, black beans, salsa fresca, guacamole, jalapeños and sour cream Add Chicken +5 | Ground Beef +5 | Steak +7
WHITE BEAN HUMMUS
Served with warm pita, Kalamata olives, tomato and cucumber
NEW WAVE FRIES
Hand cut fries topped with jumbo lump crab, fried jalapeños, onions, pepper jack cheese, and queso
CHICKEN QUESADILLA
Blackened chicken, black beans, jalapeno, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream
CRAB MAC & CHEESE
Jumbo lump crab meat and pasta in a pepper jack cheese sauce topped with seasoned bread crumbs Add Bacon +$1
FISH & CHIPS
Tempura fried haddock served with fries and tartar sauce
CHEESESTEAK SPRING ROLLS
Thinly sliced ribeye, caramelized onions, American cheese, served with sriracha ketchup
FISH TACOS
Two tacos, choice of soft or hard shell, served with salsa and cilantro cream
POPCORN SHRIMP
Tempura battered rock shrimp, tossed in roasted garlic mayonnaise
BUTTERMILK CHICKEN FINGERS
Dry or tossed in Buffalo sauce, served with fries and choice of honey mustard, BBQ, bleu cheese or ranch dipping sauce Add Tater Tots or Sweet Potato Fries +3
PAN ROASTED BRUSSEL SPROUTS
Finished with crisp bacon and caramelized onions Add Tater Tots or Sweet Potato Fries +3
CHICKEN WINGS
Tossed in Buffalo or BBQ sauce with your choice of bleu cheese or ranch dipping sauce
MOZZARELLA
Breaded and fried with a side of marinara sauce
MARGHERITA $14
Tomato sauce, mozzarella and basil
BRAISED SHORT RIB $17
Marinara sauce, sweet caramelized onions, shiitake mushrooms, goat cheese
FIG & PROSCIUTTO $17
Roasted figs, prosciutto, spinach, goat cheese, balsamic glaze
MEATBALL $16
Marinara sauce, mozzarella, house made meatballs
GARDEN $15
Seasonal vegetables, fresh heirloom tomatoes and mozzarella cheese

Gluten Free +3
Add Toppings $1.50 Each:

Pepperoni • Bacon • Grilled Chicken • Sausage

Mushrooms • Spinach • Tomatoes • Kalamata Olives

• Roasted Garlic • Jalapenos • Roasted Red Peppers

Prosciutto • Goat Cheese • Feta Cheese

Bleu Cheese Crumbles

HOUSE ROASTED TURKEY
Avocado, bacon, mayo, lettuce and tomato on brioche
CATFISH BLT
Cornmeal-coated fried catfish, chipotle mayo, bacon, lettuce and tomato on sourdough bread
PRIME RIB CHEESESTEAK
Peppers, caramelized onions, provolone cheese on a long roll
CHICKEN CHEESESTEAK
With onions and mozzarella cheese • Add Buffalo Sauce 1
BLACKENED CHICKEN CLUB
Blackened chicken breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo on choice of bread
ROASTED VEGGIE
Grilled squash, zucchini, eggplant, roasted red peppers, spinach, avocado and basil mayo on whole wheat ciabatta
SHORT RIB GRILLED CHEESE
Shredded braised short rib with cheddar, mozzarella and goat cheese on ciabatta
CRAB CAKE
House made crab cake available sauteed or fried, creole aioli, lettuce, tomato on brioche bun
BRISKET
Thinly sliced slow-roasted beef, caramelized onions, Swiss cheese on a kaiser roll with a side of au jus Add Horseradish Mayo +1

Choice of hand-cut French fries or side salad.
Add Tater Tots or Sweet Potato Fries +3

TEXAS
jalapeños, grilled red onion, cheddar cheese and BBQ sauce
BLEU
Bleu cheese, bacon and caramelized onions
NEW WAVE
Classic hamburger with choice of two toppings
CHICKEN
Avocado and pepper jack cheese
TURKEY
Choice of two toppings
VEGGIE
Avocado and ranch dressing

Toppings
Cheddar • Swiss • Pepper Jack • Provolone • American • Mozzarella

Caramelized Onions • Jalapenos • Mushrooms • Roasted Red Peppers

Spinach

Add Toppings For $2 Each:

Bacon • Bleu Cheese • Fried Egg • Avocado

ADD CHEESE SAUCE
HAND-CUT FRIES
SWEET POTATO TOTS
SWEET POTATO FRIES
MASHED POTATOES
MAC & CHEESE
SAUTÉED SPINACH
TATER TOTS
MIXED VEGETABLES

Gluten Free Disclaimer: We are not a gluten free
environment. In consuming our gluten free items,

be aware that there may be a chance of cross-

contamination. Patrons are encouraged to consider

this information in light of their individual requirements

and needs

*Consuming raw and under cooked meats, poultry,

seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your

risk of food borne illness.

Enjoy New Wave Cafe Daily Food Specials

$10 Lunch Specials 11am-4pm

Monday’s Special

New Wave Burger with 2 Toppings

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Your choice of fries or salad

Wednesday’s Special

Prime Rib Cheesesteak or Chicken Cheesesteak

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Your choice of fries or salad

Friday’s Special

Chicken Parm Sandwich

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Your choice of fries or salad

Tuesday’s Special

Chicken Quesadilla or Nachos

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Thursday’s Special

Wings with your choice of Buffalo or BBQ

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Your choice of blue cheese or ranch

Enjoy New Wave Cafe Daily Food Specials $10 Lunch Specials 11am-4pm
Monday’s
New Wave Burger with 2 Toppings. Your choice of fries or salad
Tuesday’s
Chicken Quesadilla or Nachos
Wednesday’s
Prime Rib Cheesesteak or Chicken Cheesesteak. Your choice of fries or salad.
Thursday’s
Wings with your choice of Buffalo or BBQ.Your choice of blue cheese or ranch.
Friday’s
Chicken Parm Sandwich.Your choice of fries or salad

We’re Open

Hours

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Monday – Sunday
10am- 2am (Bar)
Kitchen Hours – 11am until 12am
(subject to change)
Brunch Saturday and Sunday 11am-3pm

(215) 922-8484
784 S 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147

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New Wave Cafe

Philly Gastropub with 20 beers on tap.
784 S 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Phone: (215) 922-8484
info@newwavecafe.com
Business Hours:
Kitchen Hours until 1am Every Day!
Monday- Friday: 11:00am – 2:00am
Saturday: 10:00am – 2:00am
Sunday: 9:00am – 2:00am
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784 S 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19147