Penrose Diner Menu (2025 Update)
Introducing Penrose Diner, a hidden gem in South Philadelphia, offering a comforting array of breakfast, brunch, and comfort food options. Situated at 2016 Penrose Ave, this diner provides delivery, takeout, reservations, vegan and vegetarian options, and a full bar. The menu boasts all-day breakfast items like Eggs with Homefries, Pancakes, and French Toast, alongside delectable Starters like Mozzarella Sticks and Buffalo Wings. The reviews commend the friendly staff, efficient service, and delicious meals, with standout dishes mentioned like Fried Chicken, French Toast, and Chicken Caesar Salad. Penrose Diner's large booth seating, old school diner atmosphere, and quick service make it a must-visit spot for a satisfying meal experience in Philadelphia.
Breakfast all Day
2 Eggs, any Style
Homefries, and toast. Add meat for an additional charge.
Pancakes
Homemade pancakes, butter, and syrup. Add meat for an additional charge.
French Toast
Powdered sugar, butter, and syrup. Add meat for an additional charge.
Bacon, and Egg Cheese Sandwich
Served on a bagel with homefries. Substitute sausage, scrapple, or turkey sausage for an additional charge.
Pork Roll, and Egg Cheese Sandwich
Kaiser roll, and home fries.
Cheese Omelette
Homefries, and toast. Add extras for an additional charge.
Western Omelette
Ham, green peppers, onions, home fries, and toast. Add cheese for an additional charge.
Creamed Chipped Beef
Served over white toast, and home fries.
South Philly Omelette
Italian sausage, sweet peppers, onion, provolone, home fries, and toast.
Tuscan Omelette
Turkey sausage, spinach, roasted peppers, provolone, home fries, and toast.
Florentine Omelette
Spinach, feta, home fries, and toast.
All Meat Omelette
Ham, bacon, sausage, home fries, and toast.
Steak and Eggs
8oz. Strip steak, 2 eggs any style, home fries, and toast.
Bacon
Sausage
Scrapple
Pork Roll
Turkey Sausage
Home Fries
Breakfast Side Orders
Starters
Mozzarella Sticks
Chicken Fingers
Onion Rings
Fried battered onion.
Chicken Quesadilla
Buffalo Wings
One dozen spicy wings
Disco Fries
American cheese, gravy
Cheeseburger Sliders
Philly Cheesesteak Fries
Wiz, Fried Onions
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken, ditalini pasta, celery, and carrots.
Homemade Soup of the Day
French Onion Soup
Chili
Soups
Salads
Garden Salad
Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, egg, shredded cheddar cheese, and house white balsamic vinaigrette. Add chicken for an additional charge.
Chicken Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine, grilled chicken, Pecorino Romano, croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing.
Greek Salad
Mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, Kalamata olives, imported feta cheese, stuffed grape leaves, egg, red onions, anchovies, and homemade Greek vinaigrette. Add chicken for an additional charge.
Cobb Salad
Mixed greens, grilled chicken, bacon, tomato, avocado, cucumbers, red onions, blue cheese crumbles, egg, and ranch dressing.
Crispy Chicken Salad
Mixed greens, crispy chicken, tomato, cucumber, red onion, green pepper, shredded cheddar, egg, and honey mustard.
Crab Cake Salad
Mixed greens, mini crab cakes, tomato, cucumber, red onion, and balsamic vinaigrette.
Turkey Club Sandwich
White toast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, and french fries. Add cheese for an additional charge.
BLT Club Sandwich
White toast, bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, and french fries. Add cheese for an additional charge.
Tuna Club Sandwich
Homemade tuna salad, sliced egg, lettuce, tomato, white toast, and french fries.
Cheeseburger
American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and french fries. Add bacon for an additional charge.
Cheesesteak
American cheese, long roll, and french fries. Add fried onions for no charge.
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Marinara, mozzarella, long roll, and french fries.
Patty Melt Sandwich
1/2 lb. burger, fried onions, Swiss cheese, grilled rye, and french fries.
Crab Cake Sandwich
Breaded crab cake, lettuce, tomato, onion, and french fries.
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
American cheese, grilled white, and french fries. Add bacon and tomato for an additional charge.
Beef Gyro Sandwich
Lettuce, tomato, red onion, tzatziki sauce, and french fries.
Crispy Chicken Wrap Sandwich
Crispy chicken, lettuce, tomato, onion, honey mustard, and french fries.
Meatball Parmesan Sandwich
Homemade meatballs, marinara, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, long roll, and french fries.
Buffalo Chicken Wrap Sandwich
Spicy crispy chicken, lettuce, tomato, onion, and french fries.
Italian Chicken Cutlet Sandwich
Hand-breaded cutlet, spinach, roasted red peppers, sharp provolone, long roll, and french fries.
Corned Beef Reuban Sandwich
Sheinman's corned beef, sauerkraut, Russian dressing, Swiss cheese, grilled rye, and french fries.
Fried Flounder Sandwich
Hand-breaded, lettuce, tomato, onion, long roll, and french fries.
Tuna Melt Sandwich
Solid white albacore, sliced tomato, Swiss cheese, English muffin, and french fries.
Corned Beef Special Sandwich
Sheinman's corned beef, coleslaw, Russian dressing, Swiss cheese, rye bread, and french fries.
California Chicken Sandwich
Grilled chicken, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, kaiser roll, and french fries.
Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak
Hot sauce, blue cheese, long roll, and french fries.
Sandwiches
Burgers
Bacon Cheeseburger
American cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, and french fries.
Penrose Burger
Cheddar cheese, onion rings, lettuce, tomato, onion, 1 sauce, and french fries.
Brooklyn Burger
Grilled onions, mushrooms, bacon, provolone, lettuce, and tomato.
BBQ Bacon Burger
Cheddar cheese, bacon, fried onions, lettuce, tomato, onions, and BBQ sauce.
Impossible Burger
Plant-based burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, and vegan cheese.
Chicken Parmesan
Hand breaded cutlet, homemade marinara, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, and spaghetti.
Baked Meatloaf
Mashed potatoes, gravy, and green peas.
Chicken Croquettes
Mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans.
1/2 Roast Chicken
Mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans.
Broiled Crab Cakes
Mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans.
Spinach and Salmon
Sauteed spinach and tomatoes, and mashed potatoes.
Roast Turkey
Mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and cranberry sauce.
Chicken Fingers and Fries
Fried potatoes, and breaded or battered crispy chicken.
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Homemade meatballs, and marinara.
Penne alla Vodka
Pan-seared chicken, vodka blush sauce, and penne.
Fried Flounder Dinner
Hand-breaded, mashed potatoes, and green beans.
Fried Chicken
Mashed potatoes, and green beans.
Shrimp Fra Diavolo
Spicy marinara, and spaghetti.
Shrimp Scampi
Scampi sauce, and spaghetti.
London Broil
USDA choice, mashed potatoes, and green beans.
Entrees
Kid's
Kid's Chicken Fingers and Fries
Kid's Ravioli and Meatball
Kid's Grilled Cheese and Fries
Kid's Spaghetti and Meatball
Kid's Cheeseburger Sliders
Kid's Pancakes
Add meat for an additional charge.
Kid's French Toast
Add meat for an additional charge.
Kid's Scrambled Eggs
Add meat for an additional charge.
Cheesecake
Strawberry Cheesecake
Chocolate Pudding
Bread Pudding
Rice Pudding
Apple Turnover
Baklava
Cannoli
Cinnamon Bun
Blueberry Muffin
Corn Muffin
Carrot Cake
Chocolate Cake
Strawberry Shortcake
Apple Pie
Vanilla Milkshake
Chocolate Milkshake
Strawberry Milkshake
Dessert
Beverages
Hot Coffee
Hot Tea
Green Tea
Hot Chocolate
Assorted Juices
Orange, and apple.