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The Gold Standard Cafe

Brunch, Vegan Pancakes & TLT

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Top tips

  • The vegan pancakes with blueberry compote or sauce are a popular pick.
  • Good to know: Check the added cost for plant milk or vegan sausage; reviewers report surcharges.
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  • Try the vegan club sandwich; one reviewer called it their favorite sandwich.
  • Ask about the TLT, a vegan version of a BLT, and consider pairing it with fries.
  • Weekend breakfast can involve a wait, and the kitchen may be backed up with takeout orders.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention club sandwich, sandwich and tlt sandwich.

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Also wings, breakfast sandwich, pancakes and tofu hash.

Good for

The vibe: families The vibe: work & study

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and generous portions.

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Also praised for laptop-friendly.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast, brunch, lunch, coffee, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

This West Philly neighborhood cafe serves breakfast and brunch alongside a clearly marked vegan selection that includes pancakes, tofu hash, a TLT, and a vegan club sandwich. Coffee drinks can be made with plant milk, and there’s indoor and outdoor seating; expect weekend waits and note that one reviewer reported extra charges for plant milk and vegan sausage.

Vegan menu

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The Gold Standard Cafe · dine-in · 24 dishes and drinks

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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4800 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Opening hours

Monday
08:30–15:00
Tuesday
08:30–15:00
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
08:30–15:00
Friday
08:30–15:00
Saturday
09:00–16:00
Sunday
09:00–16:00

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Friendly
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