Kensington Quarters Menu – Philadelphia, PA

Type : Seafood restaurant

Location : Philadelphia, PA

KENSINGTON QUARTERS WAS THE FIRST OF ITS KIND IN PHILADELPHIA’S FISHTOWN NEIGHBORHOOD.
We continue to push forward with our deeply rooted mission to provide quality hospitality, embrace sustainable practices, and collaborate with the best farmers and purveyors in the area–this mutual bond is built on a handshake promise. Our kitchen and chefs utilize whole animals, sustainable seafood, heritage grains, seasonal produce, local dairy, as well as nearby artisanal products.
We’re committed to sourcing responsibly and with intention, within our food and beverage programs. Lastly, our team members both in the kitchen and dining room, hope to create memorable, lasting experiences for our guests.

American eatery/bar set in a repurposed warehouse with wood tables & an industrial feel. Based on 594 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery

Kensington Quarters 19125

Address:
1310 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Phone: (267) 314-5086

Website:

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Hours

Wednesday 5–9 PM
Thursday 5–9 PM
Friday 5–10 PM
Saturday 5–10 PM
Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday 5–9 PM

Menu

DINNER
OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL
Mignonette. House Hot Sauce. Lemon.
$18.00
RAW SCALLOP
Fermented Plum Sauce. Sliced Plums. Shiso.
$18.00
BLACK BASS CRUDO
Celery Leaf Vinaigrette. Concentrated Shiitake Mushroom.
$18.00
YELLOWFIN TUNA
Brown Butter. Grapefruit. Shallot.
$17.00
FLUKE TARTARE
Fig Leaf Oil. Coriander Capers. Anise Hyssop.
$16.00
MUSSEL ESCABECHE
Sherry Gastrique Compressed Cantaloupe. Dried Chili Peanuts.
$15.00
FARM GREENS
Summer Pole Bean. Sunflower Seeds. Caramelized Honey Vinaigrette.
$15.00
CORN VELOUTE
Lobster Salad. Chili Oil. Fennel.
$20.00
MILK BREAD
Walnut Anchovy Butter.
$7.00
CACIO E PEPE
Oldwick Shepherd Cheese. Trout Roe.
$22.00
FUSILLI
Roasted Tomato and Pepper Basquaise. Smoked Mussel.
$19.00
SKATE WING “AMANDINE”
Ajo Blanco. Glazed Radish. Zucchini.
$26.00
PORK LOIN
Bacon Wrapped Roulade. Sour Cherry. Créme Fraîche. Radish Top.
$26.00
DUCK
Beech Mushroom. Blueberry. Fresh Polenta. Duck Jus.
$24.00
COCKTAILS
TOO MANY COBBLERS
Vodka, Fruit Liqueur, Pickled Fruit, Prosecco
$12.00
THE PLACEHOLDER
Blanco Tequila, Grapefruit, Jalapeno
$12.00
FOUR SCORE; SIXTEEN BARS AGO
Bourbon, Lemon, Orange, Amaro
$14.00
PHILYRA
Makrut Lime Gin, Yellow Chartreuse, Grapefruit Oleo
$12.00
BLOOD AND SANDY BEACHES
Scotch, Sweet Vermouth, Coconut, Orange
$14.00
MING DINES ON THE BEACH
Rum, Grenadine, Walnut
$13.00
BEER
SUMMER LOVE (Draft)
Victory Brewing, PA. Golden Ale. 5.2% (16 oz)
$8.00
ERASERHOOD (Draft)
Love City, PA. HAZY IPA 7.2% (16 oz)
$8.00
BOHEMIAN PILS (Can)
Wacker, PA. Pilsner 4.5% (12 oz)
$6.00
ORANGE POLLINATOR (Can)
St. Boniface, PA. Hefeweizen 5.5% (16 oz)
$7.00
3LB IPA (Can)
St. Boniface, PA. IPA 6% (12 oz)
$7.00
WHITE & SPARKLING WINES
PROSECCO
Rocchina. Veneto, Italy; Peach, Pear, Crisp
$12.00
SAUVIGNON BLANC
Tara Rua. Wairarapa, New Zealand; Clean, Tropical, Grapefruit
$12.00
MELON DE BOURGOGNE
Chereau Carre. Muscadet. France; Crisp, Melon, Saline.
$13.00
REISLING
“The Finger.” Gotham Project. Seneca Lake. NY; Dry, Yellow Peach. Bright Acid.
$13.00
ROSÉ + RED WINES
ROSATO
Poggio Anima. Sicily, Italy; Floral, Red Berry, Juicy
$11.00
TEMPRANILLO
Katas. Rioja, Spain; Red Fruit, Spice, Vanilla
$12.00
GAMAY
Brosette. Beaujolais, France; Cherry, Cranberry, Bright
$13.00
SANGIOVESE
Artisan’s Cellers. Italy; Leather, Cherry, Tobacco
$13.00
DESSERT
CANTALOUPE SORBET
Compressed Melon. Espelette. Candied Coriander. Meringue. Olio Verde.
$10.00
CHOCOLATE SUNDAE
Chocolate. Chantilly. Blueberry. Candied Peanut. Mint.
$10.00
HAPPY HOUR
BUCK-A- SHUCK OYSTERS
Mignonette. House Hot Sauce. Lemon.
$1.00
FEATURED OYSTERS
Mignonette. House Hot Sauce. Lemon.
$2.00
ROSE COVE OYSTERS
Mignonette. House Hot Sauce. Lemon.
$3.00
OLD FASHIONED
Bourbon or Rye, Bitters, Orange.
$8.00
HARD KOMBUCHA
Flying Embers Pineapple Chili
$8.00
WHITE SANGRIA
Brandy, Orange Tea, Lemongrass
$8.00
WHITE/ROSE/RED WINE OF THE DAY $7.00
BEER OF THE DAY $5.00
BRUNCH
OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL
Mignonette. House Hot Sauce. Lemon.
$18.00
RAW BARNEGAT SCALLOP
Citrus Leaf Oil. Puffed Grains. Sea Bean.
$18.00
YELLOWFIN TUNA
Brown Butter. Grapefruit. Shallot.
$18.00
BLACK BASS CRUDO
Cultured Whey. Wild Fennel. Mandarinquat.
$16.00
SEAFOOD CONSERVA
Multi-Grain Toast. Fennel. Red Onion.
$14.00
FIELD GREENS SALAD
Cherry Vinaigrette. Beets. Cabra La Mancha.
$13.00
CHOCOLATE CHIP SCONE
Meyer Lemon Curd.
$6.00
CHEESE PLATE
Green Strawberry. Cherry Mustard. Spiced Almonds. Snap Dragon Apples.
$24.00
EGGS ANY WAY
Choice of Meat. Breakfast Potatoes. Milkbread.
$15.00
FRENCH OMELETTE
Fine Herbes. Breakfast Potatoes. Salad.
$14.00
RED WINE POACHED EGGS
Crispy Potato. Mushroom. Bacon. Red Wine Sauce.
$16.00
FRENCH TOAST
Peanut Praline. Cinnamon Creme Anglaise. Mint.
$16.00
EGG SANDWICH
Ramp Aioli. Canadian Bacon. Raclette
$14.00
KQ BURGER
Two 3oz. Patties. Pickled Red Onion. Cheddar. KQ Sauce. Milk Bun.
$16.00
BRUNCH DRINKS
BLOODY Or MIMOSA $11.00
BALLER-STRERI
Vodka, Cappelletti, Rose Petal, Prosecco
$12.00
HARD KOMBUCHA
Flying Embers. Grapefruit.
$11.00
WHITE SANGRIA
Brandy, Orange Tea, Lemongrass
$11.00
CARIBBEAN DREAMS
Rum, Lime, Almond, Prosecco
$12.00
BOURBON LEMONADE
Bourbon, Lemon, Ginger
$12.00
CIDER
MODERN STILL
Dressler Estate, Downingtown, PA | Blend of apples sourced from Lancaster County fermented dry 7.3% (10 oz)
$9.00

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Reviews

Brandon
I’m kind of embarrassed I put off coming here for so long because everything about this meal was fantastic. Order all of the pastas. The oysters are great. The swordfish katsu was delicious and light enough to finish on a hot summer evening. Our server was really good, maybe just a millimeter shy of too much. Wish we got dessert but they all looked really good.

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Marc Abrams
What a joy! I’ve hosted several memorable family gathering at this Fishtown gem, which offers well prepared, fresh and delicious meals cooked to perfection with a fiery grill and wood-burning oven. Though known for fish dishes, KQ also offers delicious pasta selections. Not to be overlooked are the meats,including a flavorful ribeye which is tender and wonderfully seasoned. Appetizers were also superb, and the staff is energetic, attentive and full of personality.The tables are well spaced and the seating is comfortable.

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Jonny Quest
I would recommend this place to anyone who had an affinity for seafood. Fairly nice sized portions, good drink/wine list. However, there are two that I wasn’t in love with because of the amount of caraway and Amari – friends with Fred and raspberry beret. We ordered tapas style and got 6 oysters, not listed on the online menu, but prepared very well. Fluke crudo – very tender, though could have done with less olive oil. Little Gem salad, Parisian Gnocchi, especially liked the celery root soubise, and the seared Skate wing – which I felt was the best thing we got. We paired dinner with the favorita and inzolia white.

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Jo Pick
Awesome place! Food and service 10/10. Recommend the scallops, the clam pasta and the swordfish

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Bill Knauss
Great dining experience on the outdoor patio. Service was quick and drinks and food were excellent.

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Autumn Spadaro
Easy to say the food was amazing, drinks were spectacular but the best part for me was the service. I travel a lot for work, spoiled by growing up in Austin with a service filled town I have struggled to find what I personally feel is overwhelmingly good service from staff.

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William Hartley
This may just be one of the best places to enjoy seafood in Philadelphia. Kensington Quarters has a great selection of oysters, all of which are delicious. With a wide variety of fish prepared a miriad of ways, seafood lovers will leave satisfied and delighted in their choice of eatery.

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Janie Hatcher
The back porch is amazing! Menu is best for sharing with 2+ people. Every bite is perfection! From the raw items to the large plates, you cannot go wrong! This place should be a Michelin star restaurant!

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Sarah Fenway
Happy with the food and service. Very upset about the new credit card fee. 90% of people pay with card so the menu prices should reflect that payment method

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Anna D. W.
Great brunch menu! Super friendly service, tasty options. Eggs Florentine on awesome milk bread. Tender omelette and delicious potatoes, only thing is size:) my husband said he would eat more 🙂 and of course jelly donut, freshly made! And couldn’t not to point out the hay straw, quite cool eco friendly option and it will last through the brunch time, not like paper ones. Lastly they have inside and outside spaces, definitely kids friendly.

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