The Black Squirrel

4.6

375 Reviews

$30 and under

British

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

The newest creation from Chef Arthur Cavaliere and developer Mark Sherman takes the old English Pub and elevates it to a new, decadent level. Discover our array of indulgent dishes and eclectic cocktails in the heart of East Falls, Philadelphia.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
British, Pub
Hours of Operation
Wed–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(267) 323-2611
Website
http://www.blacksquirrelphilly.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Rocio Castro Hernandez

Location
3749 Midvale Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129
Area
East Falls
Cross Street
Ridge Avenue
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

East Coast OystersUSD 17.00
Pickle juice mignonette, spicy cocktail, lemon
Onion SoupUSD 11.00
Rarebit, Quicke's cheddar, sherry
King Crab CakeUSD 21.00
Dill hollandaise, pickled onion
Forest Mushroom SaladUSD 13.00
Barley, aged balsamic, chevre, almond
ScrumpetsUSD 14.00
Lamb confit, salsa verde
British Cheese BoardUSD 16.00
Seasonal offerings, spiced walnuts, black pepper honey
Roasted AsparagusUSD 15.00
Fried egg, black truffle, gartic breadcrumb
Tandoori Chicken WingsUSD 15.00
Sumac yogurt, cilantro
Spiced Duck MeatballsUSD 15.00
Sage, cherry, goat cheese
Green Green GreenUSD 13.00
Cucumber, green apple, fennel ranch, spiced walnut

Entrees

Pub SteakUSD 28.00
Hanger, triple cooked chips, house-made HP sauce
Fish & ChipsUSD 23.00
Fuller's batter, creamy shallot sauce, malt vinaigrette
Chicken Tikka MasalaUSD 22.00
Saffron rice, cilantro, almond
BurgerUSD 19.00
Cooper Sharp, rashers, piccalilli mayo, triple cooked chips
GnocchiUSD 18.00
Mushroom veloute, pine nut, parmigiano
Across the PondUSD 22.00
Mussels and clams, garlic sausage, leek
Crispy BronzinoUSD 27.00
Eggplant Bharta, garlic yogurt, mint
Cottage PieUSD 24.00
Short rib, mashed potato, Quicke's cheddar
Roast ChickenUSD 22.00
Brussels sprouts, chicken sausage, ginger jus
Sunday Roast Beef SandwichUSD 19.00
Peppercorn gravy, caramelized onion, swiss

Sides

Triple Cooked ChipsUSD 7.00
Bubble & SqueakUSD 7.00
Mushroom BarleyUSD 7.00
Peas & CarrotsUSD 7.00

What 375 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Black Squirrel exudes a charming British pub vibe with deliciously prepared English fare and a standout cocktail menu. Patrons rave about the "excellent drinks," "delicious food," and "friendly, attentive service." Favorites include the fish and chips, duck confit, and creative cocktails. It's a cozy neighborhood gem that promises a memorable dining experience.

375 Reviews

K
Kristin
Philadelphia6 reviews
1.0
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Restaurant is CLOSED and has been for 2 WEEKS! How could they/Open Table accept a reservation when they were closed?!?
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Simon
Minneapolis3 reviews
1.0
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This restaurant/pub is no longer open, they need to stop taking reservations. We took a cab to get there. Take it off the website.
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Molly
Philadelphia58 reviews
1.0
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We went to the door only to have the restaurant closed down.
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Tammy
Phoenix2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unfortunately, we got a fantastic table on the very last night that the black squirrel will be serving dinner. Our server was fabulous and friendly as always. The food was fantastic. We ate the green green salad, tandoori, wings, fish, and chips and had fabulous cocktails! I will miss this place so very much and I’m so sad that they are closing.
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shelly VIP
Philadelphia36 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server, Ray, couldn’t have been more helpful and kind. He was extremely attentive to us, and his personality was awesome. Food was terrific! We will be back.
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chris
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious cocktails along with a tasty variety of small plates and entrees
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We go here a lot - everything we’ve tried has been great.
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Sia VIP
Philadelphia22 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I love this cute little place. They make a great burger. The bun is made in-house, and it’s one of our favorites. The music here is great, and it’s the perfect volume for great conversation! The bar is cute, and people often gather on a weekday to watch the Phillies. We will definitely return, and we recommend it highly.
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Jobina
Philadelphia6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here. Will definitely be back. Enjoyed the fun drinks and the green salad. We had a hard time choosing what entrees we wanted. But we were both happy with our selections: mussels and clams and short ribs. Yum! Will definitely be back to try more!
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Douglas
Philadelphia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Drinks were wonderful, fun place and the staff is very friendly, food was good but not anything to write home about.
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FAQs

The Black Squirrel is rated 4.6 stars by 375 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

3749 Midvale Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129

Additional information

Cross Street
Ridge Avenue
Area
East Falls
Hours of Operation
Wed–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
British, Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Rocio Castro Hernandez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://www.blacksquirrelphilly.com/
Phone number
(267) 323-2611

The Black Squirrel

Permanently Closed

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Menu

Appetizers

East Coast OystersUSD 17.00

Onion SoupUSD 11.00

King Crab CakeUSD 21.00

Forest Mushroom SaladUSD 13.00

ScrumpetsUSD 14.00

British Cheese BoardUSD 16.00

Roasted AsparagusUSD 15.00

Tandoori Chicken WingsUSD 15.00

Spiced Duck MeatballsUSD 15.00

Green Green GreenUSD 13.00

Entrees

Pub SteakUSD 28.00

Fish & ChipsUSD 23.00

Chicken Tikka MasalaUSD 22.00

BurgerUSD 19.00

GnocchiUSD 18.00

Across the PondUSD 22.00

Crispy BronzinoUSD 27.00

Cottage PieUSD 24.00

Roast ChickenUSD 22.00

Sunday Roast Beef SandwichUSD 19.00

Sides

Triple Cooked ChipsUSD 7.00

Bubble & SqueakUSD 7.00

Mushroom BarleyUSD 7.00

Peas & CarrotsUSD 7.00

What 375 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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Permanently Closed

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