Cafe Lift Menu (2025 Update)
Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Cafe Lift is a trendy diner offering a unique blend of New American cuisine with a focus on breakfast and brunch. This hipster, casual spot provides a welcoming atmosphere with options for vegans, vegetarians, and those with various dietary preferences. Guests can enjoy amenities such as outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and gender-neutral restrooms. The restaurant also offers a range of services including delivery, takeout, catering, and reservations.
Cafe Lift's menu boasts a wide selection of delicious dishes, from classic breakfast favorites to creative brunch offerings. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty breakfast burrito, fluffy pancakes, or a refreshing acai bowl, Cafe Lift has something for everyone. The restaurant's commitment to sustainability is evident in their use of reusable tableware and their support for cryptocurrency payments. Stop by Cafe Lift for a satisfying meal that caters to both your taste buds and your values.
EGGS
AVOCADO TOAST
Toasted sourdough bread, sliced avocado, blistered cherry tomatoes, zucchini, garlic confit, & over easy eggs.
MUSHROOM TOAST
Toasted sourdough, roasted garlic aioli, mixed local mushrooms, spring peas, pickled ramps, poached eggs, & pecorino cheese.
BREAKFAST BURRITO
Scrambled eggs, roasted peppers, mushrooms, sweet onions & chihuahua cheese rolled in a flour tortilla with a roasted Italian long hot pepper.
SPRING FRITTATA
Rainbow chard, smoked mozzarella, & pesto. Add sausage for $
TWO EGGS
Any style, served with toast, potatoes & your choice of meat
JEN'S CRESPELLE
Scrambled eggs, bacon & Swiss cheese rolled in an Italian-style crepe served with maple butter.
EGGS BENEDICT
Two poached eggs on a toasted English muffin with cured ham & smoked paprika hollandaise.
POLISH BENEDICT
Shaved kielbasa, kraut, and wholegrain mustard hollandaise
JERSEY SAMMY
Taylor pork roll, two fried eggs, arugula, American cheese, & Carter Sauce mayo on a round brioche bun.
HUEVOS RANCHEROS
Two corn tortillas topped with roasted poblanos, pork chorizo, refried beans, and chihuahua cheese. Finished with two over easy eggs, salsa macha, avocado, onions, and cilantro. Served with breakfast potatoes.
FRENCH TOAST
Challah dredged in cinnamon vanilla custard, baked then topped with seasonal fruit, and house-made whipped cream
CANNOLI FRENCH TOAST
Challah dredged in cinnamon vanilla custard, baked then topped with bananas, chipped chocolate, pistachios, and ricotta cannoli filling
LEMON RICOTTA PANCAKES
Topped with fresh strawberries, honey, and house-made whipped cream.
NUTTY MONKEY CRESPELLE
Italian style crepe filled with chocolate hazelnut spread & bananas, topped with whipped cream
BLUEBERRY PANCAKES
Pancakes studded with blueberries, served with house made whipped cream & maple syrup.
MALTED MILK PANCAKES
Grapefruit Curd, candied kumquats, dark chocolate, Citrus Zest, mint.
SWEET STUFF
SANDWICHES
EGG CHEESESTEAK
Shaved ribeye, caramelized onions, American cheese, a fried egg, on a pretzel bun.
CUBANO
Roasted pork shoulder, smoked ham, caramelized onions, pickles, Swiss cheese, and whole grain mustard aioli on ciabatta.
CHICKEN CUTLET SANDWICH
Ciabatta, broccoli rabe, sundried tomato, long hots, and aged provolone
SMOKED SALMON BAGEL
Your choice of bagel (plain or everything) served with tomatoes, arugula, cucumbers, red onion and a choice of savory or plain cream cheese.
LIFT BURGER
Two smashed style beef patties, melted American cheese, bacon, caramelized onions, cabbage slaw, miso aioli, & toasted brioche bun
CAESAR SALAD
Chopped romaine, sourdough croutons, traditional Caesar dressing, pecorino, and a -min egg.
LIFT SALAD
Mixed greens, walnuts, tart local apples, dried cranberries, & green goddess dressing. Add chicken for $
WARM GRAIN BOWL
Mixed grains harissa, sunchoke, Tuscan kale and roasted mushrooms, sumac Vinaigrette, poached egg
BEET SALAD
Beet Top Greens, Whipped Ricotta, Balsamic Dressing, Toasted Sesame Seed
YOGURT BOWL
Kefir-style yogurt topped with house-made granola, fresh fruit, and local honey
SALADS & SUCH
THE SIDES
LEMON RICOTTA PANCAKE
A small portion of a Lift classic.
PANCAKE
A small portion of a brunch classic
BLUEBERRY PANCAKE
A small portion of a brunch classic
TWO EGGS
Any style
FENNEL SAUSAGE
A South Philly fave
PORK ROLL
Taylor pork roll
BREAKFAST SAUSAGE
Locally sourced
PORK BACON
Locally sourced
TURKEY BACON
Locally sourced
Potatoes
Made in house
Spring Mix
Served with Balsamic Vinaigrette