About The Dandelion
The Dandelion is a sophisticated homage to the British pub, offering a unique dining experience just steps from Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square. Chef-driven, the menu features updated seasonal takes on classic U.K. dishes, with unexpected surprises and a focus on local, seasonal ingredients.
Cuisine
The menu includes beloved classics like Welsh rarebit, fish and chips, and shepherd’s pie, alongside innovative dishes such as smoked salmon pâté and steelhead trout crudo. Made-from-scratch puddings and hearty family-style roasts round out the offerings.
Menus
Available Monday – Friday 4:30-6:30 PM
Bevvy
Nosh
Welsh Rarebit $5
whole grain mustard & cheddar on buttermilk toast
Deviled Eggs $5
madras curry, mustard
Spiced Bar Nuts $5
toasted, cayenne, rosemary
Warm Marinated Olives $5
balsamic, chili, garlic
Oysters on the Half Shell $2.5 each
Nosh (cont.)
Smoked Cod Spread $8
ciabatta crostini
Pickled Beetroot $7
olive tapenade, goat cheese, baguette
Chip Butty $8
triple cooked chips, red pepper piccalilli, garlic mayo, brioche bun
Beer
Imperial Pint Draughts $7
Wine
House Red $8
White $8
Sparkling $8
Cocktails
Gin-Gin Mule $8
English Paloma $8
Rose Mimosa $8
Sangria $8
Snacks
Billingsgate Crab Croquettes $18
lemon, black pepper, paprika saffron mayonnaise
Welsh Rarebit $8.5
whole grain mustard & cheddar on buttermilk toast
Deviled Eggs $12
madras curry, mustard
Marinated Bar Olives $8
herbs, spices, olive oil, balsamic vinegar
Cashew Hummus $12
roasted root vegetables, curry dressing
House Made Ricotta $15
dried herbs, toasted sourdough
Pickled Beetroot $12
olive tapenade, goat cheese, baguette
Chicken & Duck Liver Parfait* $16
grape chutney, cornichons, brioche toast
Beef Tartare* $18
watercress salad, roasted shallot vinaigrette, truffle dressing, sourdough toast
Cheese Board $20
three english style selections, savoury biscuits, quince paste, grape chutney, clover honey
Soups and Salads
Root Vegetable Soup $12
buttermilk croutons & cheddar
Dandelion Salad $14
mixed greens & dandelion leaves, cucumber, avocado, lemon vinaigrette
Baby Gem Caesar Salad $16
parmesan tahini cashew dressing, cashews, anchovy, crispy shallots
English Waldorf Salad $14
romaine lettuce, celery, candied walnuts, honey crisp apple, cheddar crackers, cheddar cheese, walnut vinaigrette
Fish & Shellfish
East Coast Oysters* $21
cucumber mignonette
Pint of Prawns $16
poached prawns, spicy cocktail sauce, lemon mayonnaise
Smoked Salmon and Trout Pâté $16
lemon vinaigrette, toasted pumpernickel
Steelhead Trout Crudo* $18
juniper lime crème fraiche, cucumber, radish, olives, trout roe, pumpernickel
From the Farm
Rabbit Pie $25
oyster mushrooms, cipollini onions, smoked bacon, grain mustard & white wine
Bangers & Mash $20
cumberland sausages, mashed potatoes, onion gravy
The Dandy Burger* $25.50
dry-aged 8 oz. burger, churchill sauce, vermont sharp cheddar, smoked bacon, pickles
Tandoori Chicken $26
coconut basmati rice, almond, pistachio, raisins, cucumber cilantro yoghurt
Steak & Chips* $32
pan roasted flat iron, watercress salad, triple-cooked chips, steak butter
Lamb Shepherd's Pie $22
ground lamb, potato mash, cheddar cheese, root vegetables
From the Sea
Fish & Chips* $29
ale battered line-caught cod, triple-cooked chips, tartar sauce
Pan Seared Salmon $27
tomato curry chickpea stew, cashew dukkah crusted salmon, lime roasted cauliflower
Cider Steamed Mussels $20
béarnaise butter, garlic baguette
Roast Trout Filet* $29
white beans, basil, tomato, parmesan
Pasta & Risotto
Macaroni & Cheese $16
braised ham hock, quickes english cheddar (can be made vegetarian)
Artichoke Risotto $17
baby artichokes, parmesan, sage gremolata
Duck Bolognese $24
sunny side duck egg, strozzapreti pasta
Traditional Roast
Available on Sundays after 1pm & Bank Holidays after 5pm – Limited Availability
Sunday Beef* $49
ribeye, yorkshire pudding, watercress, roast potatoes, vegetable of the day, horseradish sauce, beef gravy
Sides
Green Beans $8
Triple Cooked Chips $8
Potato Mash $8
Tricolor Carrots $8
Fire Roasted Sweet Potato $8
Snacks
Billingsgate Crab Croquettes $18
lemon, black pepper, paprika saffron mayonnaise
Welsh Rarebit $8.5
whole grain mustard & cheddar on buttermilk toast
Deviled Eggs $12
madras curry, mustard
Marinated Bar Olives $8
herbs, spices, olive oil, balsamic vinegar
Cashew Hummus $12
roasted root vegetables, curry dressing
House Made Ricotta $15
dried herbs, toasted sourdough
Pickled Beetroot $12
olive tapenade, goat cheese, baguette
Chicken & Duck Liver Parfait* $16
grape chutney, cornichons, brioche toast
Beef Tartare* $18
watercress salad, roasted shallot vinaigrette, truffle dressing, sourdough toast
Cheese Board $20
three english style selections, savoury biscuits, quince paste, grape chutney, clover honey
Soups & Salads
Root Vegetable Soup $12
buttermilk croutons & cheddar
Dandelion Salad $14
mixed greens & dandelion leaves, cucumber, avocado, lemon vinaigrette
Baby Gem Caesar Salad $16
parmesan tahini cashew dressing, cashews, anchovy, crispy shallots
English Waldorf Salad $14
romaine lettuce, celery, candied walnuts, honey crisp apple, cheddar crackers, cheddar cheese, walnut vinaigrette
Fish & Shellfish
East Coast Oysters* $21
cucumber mignonette
Pint of Prawns $16
poached prawns, spicy cocktail sauce, lemon mayonnaise
Smoked Salmon and Trout Pâté $19
lemon vinaigrette, toasted pumpernickel
Steelhead Trout Crudo* $18
juniper lime crème fraiche, cucumber, radish, olives, trout roe, pumpernickel
Sandwiches
Grilled Chicken Sandwich $18
raisin walnut bread, sage mayo, tomato compote, avocado
Warm Roast Beef Sandwich* $20
watercress salad, horseradish mayonnaise, beef gravy, sourdough bread
Dandelion Turkey Club Sandwich $19
garlic mayonnaise, nueske bacon, vine ripe tomato, avocado, fried egg
Crispy Skate Sandwich $15
breaded skate, tartar sauce, gem lettuce, toasted ciabatta
From the Farm
The Dandy Burger* $25.50
dry-aged 8 oz. burger, churchill sauce, vermont sharp cheddar, smoked bacon, pickles
Rabbit Pie $25
oyster mushrooms, cipollini onions, smoked bacon, grain mustard & white wine
Tandoori Chicken $26
coconut basmati rice, almond, pistachio, raisins, cucumber cilantro yoghurt
Grilled Chicken Paillard Salad $17
crisp lettuce, chopped vegetables, lemon chive dressing
From the Sea
Grilled Salmon $27
lemon parsley butter, watercress salad, lemon vinaigrette
Cider Steamed Mussels $20
béarnaise butter, garlic baguette
Pasta & Risotto
Macaroni & Cheese $16
braised ham hock, quickes english cheddar
Artichoke Risotto $17
baby artichokes, parmesan, sage gremolata
Classics
Lamb Shepherd's Pie $22
ground lamb, potato mash, cheddar cheese, root vegetables
Bangers & Mash $20
cumberland sausages, mashed potatoes, onion gravy
Fish & Chips $29
ale battered line-caught cod, triple-cooked chips, tartar sauce
Sides
Green Beans $8
Triple Cooked Chips $8
Potato Mash $8
Tricolor Carrots $8
Fire Roasted Sweet Potato $8
Snacks
Billingsgate Crab Croquettes $18
lemon, black pepper, paprika saffron mayonnaise
Deviled Eggs $12
madras curry, mustard
Marinated Bar Olives $8
herbs, spices, olive oil, balsamic vinegar
Cashew Hummus $12
roasted root vegetables, curry dressing
House Made Ricotta $15
dried herbs, toasted sourdough
Pickled Beetroot $12
olive tapenade, goat cheese, baguette
Welsh Rarebit $8.5
whole grain mustard & cheddar on buttermilk toast
Snacks (cont.)
Chicken & Duck Liver Parfait* $16
grape chutney, cornichons, brioche toast
Beef Tartare* $18
watercress salad, roasted shallot vinaigrette, truffle dressing, sourdough toast
Smoked Salmon and Trout Pâté $16
lemon vinaigrette, toasted pumpernickel
Steelhead Trout Crudo* $17
juniper lime crème fraiche, cucumber, radish, olives, trout roe, pumpernickel
East Coast Oysters* $21
cucumber mignonette
Pint of Prawns $16
poached prawns, spicy cocktail sauce, lemon mayonnaise
Cheese Board $20
three english style selections, savoury biscuits, quince paste, grape chutney, clover honey
Soups & Salads
Root Vegetable Soup $12
buttermilk croutons & cheddar
Dandelion Salad $14
mixed greens & dandelion leaves, cucumber, avocado, lemon vinaigrette
Baby Gem Caesar Salad $16
parmesan tahini cashew dressing, cashews, anchovy, crispy shallots
English Waldorf Salad $14
romaine lettuce, celery, candied walnuts, honey crisp apple, cheddar crackers, cheddar cheese, walnut vinaigrette
Classics
The Dandy Burger* $25.50
dry-aged 8 oz. burger, churchill sauce, vermont sharp cheddar, smoked bacon, pickles
Fish & Chips $29
ale battered line-caught cod, triple-cooked chips, tartar sauce
Macaroni & Cheese $16
braised ham hock, quickes english cheddar
Bangers & Mash $20
cumberland sausages, mashed potatoes, onion gravy
Lamb Shepherd's Pie $22
ground lamb, potato mash, cheddar cheese, root vegetables
Tea Tiers
All Tiers are recommended for 2 guests. Add a Glass of House Champagne or a Rose Mimosa $8
Down the Rabbit Hole $30
2 tiers of petite sandwiches
A Royal Occasion $60
3 tiers of sandwiches and pastries, with a 4 cup pot of tea
Who Stole the Tarts $20
2 tiers of housemade pastries and tarts
Tea Pots
“The Queen’s Croquet Ground” teapigs $4/$7
English Breakfast
full-bodied & smooth, with hints of sweet caramel & spice
Chamomile Tea
decaffeinated herbal tea, grounded & earthy, with hints of apple & floral sweetness
Green Tea with Mint
refreshing blend of chinese gunpowder green tea & moroccan spearmint
Darjeeling Earl Grey
full-bodied & robust, with a subtle muscatel taste
Chai Tea
rich, malty assam black tea with cardamom, cinnamon, ginger & vanilla
Honeybush and Rooibos
a scrumptious decaffeinated blend that is earthy and slightly sweet with nutty overtones
Snacks
Billingsgate Crab Croquettes $18
lemon, black pepper, paprika saffron mayonnaise
East Coast Oysters* $21
cucumber mignonette
Pint of Prawns $16
poached prawns, spicy cocktail sauce, lemon mayonnaise
Welsh Rarebit $8.5
whole grain mustard & cheddar on buttermilk toast
Deviled Eggs $12
madras curry, mustard
Marinated Bar Olives $8
herbs, spices, olive oil, balsamic vinegar
Cashew Hummus $12
roasted root vegetables, curry dressing
House Made Ricotta $15
dried herbs, toasted sourdough
Pickled Beetroot $12
olive tapenade, goat cheese, baguette
Root Vegetable Soup $12
buttermilk croutons & cheddar
Snacks (cont.)
Dandelion Salad $14
mixed greens & dandelion leaves, cucumber, avocado, lemon vinaigrette
Baby Gem Caesar Salad $16
parmesan tahini cashew dressing, cashews, anchovy, crispy shallots
English Waldorf Salad $14
romaine lettuce, celery, candied walnuts, honey crisp apple, cheddar crackers, cheddar cheese, walnut vinaigrette
Smoked Salmon and Trout Pâté $16
lemon vinaigrette, toasted pumpernickel
Steelhead Trout Crudo* $18
juniper lime crème fraiche, cucumber, radish, olives, trout roe, pumpernickel
Chicken & Duck Liver Parfait* $16
grape chutney, cornichons, brioche toast
Beef Tartare* $18
watercress salad, roasted shallot vinaigrette, truffle dressing, sourdough toast
Cheese Board $20
three english style selections, savoury biscuits, quince paste, grape chutney, clover honey
Classics
Fish & Chips $29
ale battered line-caught cod, triple-cooked chips, tartar sauce
The Dandy Burger* $25.50
dry-aged 8 oz. burger, churchill sauce, vermont sharp cheddar, smoked bacon, pickles
Macaroni & Cheese $16
braised ham hock, quickes english cheddar
Lamb Shepherd's Pie $22
ground lamb, potato mash, cheddar cheese, root vegetables
Bangers & Mash $20
cumberland sausages, mashed potatoes, onion gravy
Snacks
Billingsgate Crab Croquettes $18
lemon, black pepper, paprika saffron mayonnaise
Deviled Eggs $12
madras curry, mustard
House Made Ricotta $15
dried herbs, toasted sourdough
Pickled Beetroot $12
olive tapenade, goat cheese, baguette
Welsh Rarebit $8.5
whole grain mustard & cheddar on buttermilk toast
Cheese Board $20
three english style selections, savoury biscuits, quince paste, grape chutney, clover honey
Chicken & Duck Liver Parfait* $16
grape chutney, cornichons, brioche toast
Beef Tartare* $18
watercress salad, roasted shallot vinaigrette, truffle dressing, sourdough toast
Breads & Fruit
Scones & Jam $9
two traditional raisin scones, with strawberry jam, devon cream
Housemade Granola & Yoghurt $10
honey-toasted oats, pecans, almonds & seeds, with coconut and vanilla
Fresh Market Fruit $8
melon, citrus, pineapple, apple, banana
Bagel with Cream Cheese & Jam $7
Soups & Salads
Root Vegetable Soup $12
buttermilk croutons & cheddar
Dandelion Salad $14
mixed greens & dandelion leaves, cucumber, avocado, lemon vinaigrette
Baby Gem Caesar Salad $16
parmesan tahini cashew dressing, cashews, anchovy, crispy shallots
English Waldorf Salad $14
romaine lettuce, celery, candied walnuts, honey crisp apple, cheddar crackers, cheddar cheese, walnut vinaigrette
Fish & Shellfish
East Coast Oysters* $21
cucumber mignonette
Smoked Salmon and Trout Pâté $16
lemon vinaigrette, toasted pumpernickel
Steelhead Trout Crudo* $18
juniper lime crème fraiche, cucumber, radish, olives, trout roe, pumpernickel
Pint of Prawns $16
poached prawns, spicy cocktail sauce, lemon mayonnaise
Brekkie
Brioche French Toast $16
vanilla crème chantilly, maple syrup
Egg and Cheese Sandwich $12
choice of bacon or sausage, fried egg & cheddar cheese on toasted english muffin
Poached Eggs with Bubble and Squeak* $15
hollandaise and homemade steak sauce
Spinach & Goat Cheese Omelet $15
vermont creamery chevre, side of dressed lettuces
Aged Cheddar & Ham Omelet $15
field mushrooms, side of dressed lettuces
Toasted Bagel & Catskills Smoked Salmon $16
sliced tomato, cucumber, capers, red onions, cream cheese
Benedict $17
canadian bacon, hollandaise sauce, toasted english muffin
Royale $20
smoked salmon, hollandaise sauce, toasted english muffin
English Breakfast $22
two eggs cooked to your fancy, cumberland sausage, black pudding, tomato, mushroom, smoked bacon, fried bread, baked beans
Classic
The Dandy Burger* $25.50
dry-aged 8 oz. burger, churchill sauce, vermont sharp cheddar, smoked bacon, pickles
Fish & Chips $29
ale battered line-caught cod, triple cooked chips, tartar sauce
Grilled Chicken Sandwich $18
raisin walnut bread, sage mayo, tomato compote, avocado
Lamb Shepherd's Pie $22
ground lamb, potato mash, cheddar cheese, root vegetables
Macaroni & Cheese $16
braised ham hock, quickes english cheddar
Grilled Chicken Paillard Salad $17
crisp lettuce, chopped vegetables, lemon chive dressing
Traditional Roast
Available on Sundays after 1pm & Bank Holidays after 5pm – Limited Availability
Sunday Beef* $49
ribeye, yorkshire pudding, watercress, roast potatoes, vegetable of the day, horseradish sauce, beef gravy
Sides
Cumberland Sausage $7
Roasted Tomato $7
Grilled Portobello Mushroom $7
Applewood Smoked Bacon $7
Triple Cooked Chips $8
Desserts
Sticky Toffee Pudding $11
date cake, toffee sauce, cinnamon ice cream, candied walnuts
Chocolate Set Cream $11
chocolate custard, burnt orange ice cream, cocoa nib crumble
Banoffee Trifle $11
caramel ganache, banana pudding, sesame toffee
Caramel Custard Tart $11
pear sorbet, caramel, pear chip
Eton Mess $11
meringue, mango sorbet, coconut flapjack, lime yoghurt, mango puree
Petite Sweets $20
chocolate pudding cakes, shortbread, lemon cake, pomegranate & passion fruit tart, chocolate mousse tart coconut macaroon, salted vanilla cheesecake
GROUP DINING
Available for lunch, brunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, The Dandelion offers seating for up to 25 guests in the Main Dining Room, 22 in the Private Dining Room, Inglenook, 25 or 35 standing in the Dog Bar, 45 in the Big Room, and up to 70 in combined Private Dining Rooms, Big Room, and Dog Bar.