Harper's Garden Menu (2025 Update)
Introducing Harper's Garden, a tapas and small plates restaurant in Philadelphia offering a diverse menu with vegan and vegetarian options. The upscale yet casual ambiance includes outdoor seating and a full bar. Highlights include the Cheese Plate with local and international cheeses, Gazpacho, Lobster Tacos, and Grilled Salmon. Customers rave about the attentive service and unique cocktails, making it perfect for special occasions or casual gatherings. Don't miss out on the charming garden patio and happy hour specials. Harper's Garden is a must-visit for foodies looking for a memorable dining experience in the city.
Appetizers
Cheese Plate
Chefs selection of five local and international cheeses;served with house-made fruit preserves and mustard, seasonal fruits, and accoutrements (vegetarian)
Gazpacho
Chilled tomato, cucumber, bell pepper soup
Za'atar Roasted Baby Carrots
Labneh, zhug and candied pistachios
Lobster Tacos
An herb tuile stuffed with fresh Maine Lobster, tomato, ruby red grapefruit, and avocado
Fried Tomatoes
Southern fried tomatoes with comeback sauce
Scallop Tempura
Served on corn pancakes with a sweet and sour sauce
Tuna Tartare
Served with an avocado espuma and Belgian endive salad tossed in a lemongrass vinaigrette (gluten free)
Golden Beet Carpaccio
Wild arugula salad, whipped goat cheese, andwalnut praline (vegetarian and gluten free)
Kale Caesar
Shredded kale, parmesan cheese, and crispy chickpea croutons;tossed with a vegan cashew Caesar dressing (vegetarian and gluten free)
Tuna Crudo
Avocado, mango, sesame, and red chili (gluten free)
Salmon Tartare
Sun-dried tomato, pine nuts, mascarpone, and basil (gluten free)
Potato & Gruyere Croquettes
Truffle cream sauce and chives (vegetarian)
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Pomegranate balsamic glaze and bacon lardon (gluten free)
Grilled Shrimp
Harissa, lemon dill yogurt, and sumac (gluten free)
Grilled Corn Salad
Golden sweet corn, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, pine nuts, house mixed greens, green goddess.
Watermelon Feta Salad
Pickled jalapenos, romaine lettuce, citrus vinaigrette
Harper's Salad
Mixed greens, haricot verts, goat cheese, spicy walnuts, burgundy poached pear, sherry vinaigrette (gluten free/vegetarian)
Kitchen Sink (Salad)
Romaine tossed with a cranberry walnut vinaigrette;topped with roasted Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, farro, quinoa, and spicy walnuts (gluten free and vegetarian)
Nicose
Spinach, olive oil poached tuna, haricot verts, hard boiled egg, olives, roasted red pepper, capers, nicoise vinaigrette
Mixed Greens
House mixed greens, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, sherry vinaigrette
Arugula Salad
Tossed with balsamic vinaigrette, fresh figs, burrata, and fig jam (vegetarian)
Panzanella (Salad)
Arugula tossed with a honey apple cider vinaigrette;topped with apples, goat cheese, hazelnuts, beets, and brioche croutons (vegetarian)
Porky (Sandwich)
Braised pork belly, provolone,pickled red onions, and bacon
Salvatore Pollulo (Sandwich)
Broccoli rabe, roasted red pepper hummus,provolone, long hots, and roasted garlic pure (vegetarian)
Skirt Steak (Sandwich)
Tender skirt steak braised in our French onion soup;topped with provolone and arugula
Turkey (Sandwich)
Lettuce, tomato, bacon, swiss,cranberry chutney, and herb mayo
Lunch Additions
Entrees
Grilled Salmon
Purple sweet potato mashed, sauteed spinach, and a horseradish beurre blanc (gluten free)
Three Cheese Omelet
Parmesan, cheddar, and goat cheese served with a mixed greens salad (gluten free/vegetarian)
Grilled Chicken Pasta
Served over papardelle, braised baby carrots, spinach, lemon caper butter, and pecorino sardo
Petite Steak Frites
Pan seared hanger steak, bordelaise sauce, maitre d'butter (gluten free)
Sauted Scallops
Brown butter balsamic, soy, lime, preserved lemon, parsley sauce, scallion pancakes, and sauted spinach
Coriander Crusted Duck Breast
Scalloped potatoes layered with duck confit, mushroom duxelles, and a burgundy sauce (gluten free)
Braised Short Ribs
Mashed potatoes and root vegetables (gluten free)
Herb Crusted Chicken
Served over papardelle, braised baby carrots, spinach, lemon caper butter, and pecorino sardo
Bayaldi Confit
Vegetarian casserole of eggplant, squash, and tomato; served over quinoa with a pepper and onion piperade; topped with a celeriac mousse and pistachio crumble (vegetarian and gluten free)
Caramel Pork Belly
Braised in Asian flavors and served over roasted corn grits, topped with a lemongrass vinaigrette (gluten free)
Szechuan Crusted Tuna
Served over a beluga lentil salad and grilled scallions with tomato saffron dashi; topped with sauce gribiche (gluten free)
Pan Seared Merlusa
Squid ink risotto with lemon olive oil emulsion (gluten free)
Chicken Cannelloni
Pulled roast chicken, Swiss chard & parmesan cheese in a hand rolled pasta sheet in a creamy tomato sauce
Artichokes & Wild mushroom Pappardelle
Artichoke hearts, wild mushrooms, sun-dried tomato ragout and spinach pappardelle
Herb Roasted Chicken
Chicken breast with pulled chicken cannelloni, fried green tomatoes, local tomato sauce
Pan Seared Tuna
Roasted red pepper tapenade, haricot verts, fingerling potatoes, nicoise olive beurre blanc, romesco
Pesto Crusted Halibut
Purple sweet potato mash, asparagus, orange nage
Harper's Burger
Cheddar cheese, confit tomato, avocado, spicy mayo, and pickled red onions; topped with a jalapeo popper
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Fontina, Cheddar, and truffle cream