Hinge Cafe

09/03/2024

This year we lost a Hinge icon.

Tommy Cawley ambled into the cafe doors approximately 20 years ago and asked “Do you mind if I play the piano here?” I was a little confused and explained that we didn’t have a piano. He smiled and said, “That’s ok. I’ll bring mine.” And he did.

For almost 2 decades Tommy played a variety of show tunes from memory for the cafe customers, often inspiring sing-a-longs and young accompaniment.

Tommy will be missed dearly. Feel free to share a memory in the comments or post a picture to this page.

09/02/2024

The Hinge may be gone but it made a lasting impression on many who worked and ate there. I invite all the “Hingers” to post pictures or stories to this FB page and give us an update! Maybe we can turn this page into a giant scrapbook!

I will compile a list of new employee businesses as well and share it to the Hinge friends.

06/18/2023

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! The Hinge is serving it up at Gaul & Co on the corner of Indiana and Thompson. Plenty of seating so come on over!

06/17/2023

We are here this weekend serving Scrapple Fries, Burritos and some other Hinge Favorites… come on in and it might just expand to every day!!

06/14/2023

🚨 Huge Announcement 🚨

We have teamed up with Simone from Hinge Cafe to carry on their Brunch Legacy. We are adding a section of Hinge Classics to our Brunch menu AND…..

Simone will be at Gaul & Co this weekend, both Saturday and Sunday starting at 8am, greeting her customers & saying her final goodbyes before she heads south. Simone & the Hinge Cafe have been such an important part of Port Richmond as long as we can remember in addition to being the neighborhood go to spot for delicious food & amazing service and we want to keep that legacy alive.

We will be open for Breakfast / Brunch EVERY weekend on Saturdays & Sundays starting at 8am.

HINGE really was Your Neighborhood Party Place and we hope to help fill the void that they are leaving. We’re opening up our doors for great food, friendly service & a place to eat and socialize with neighbors. Port Richmond needs it ❤️ Greenstreet Roastery

04/03/2023

By now many of you have noticed the "FOR SALE" sign on the Hinge building but we are OPEN for business and booking parties through at least June.

The origninal founder must leave the business for family reasons but we are actively looking for a neighborhood-oriented new owner to occupy this unique space and continue the work started here 20 years ago.

This new owner should be versed in construction practices to fully take advantage of the building's almost 6000 square feet. If you know someone who may be interested, direct them to call Simone at 267-242-1746.

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/2650-52-E-Somerset-St_Philadelphia_PA_19134_M93772-49940

03/20/2023

Look who is lunching at the Hinge today!

12/12/2022

Come bring in the New Year with the Hinge Cafe. Now taking reservations for our 6 course dinner with complimentary champagne toast as well as standard soda, coffee, tea service. $56 per person (tax and gratuity extra). Please reserve your spot at 215-425-6614. Seating times: 5:30, 6:00, 6:30 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30pm

07/29/2022

07/16/2022

BarBQ Pulled Pork Empanada with corn-black bean salsa.

07/14/2022

Dessert for tonight's Charity Dinner!

07/13/2022

The Hinge is proud to announce the start of it's charity dinner series... The FIRST dinner is scheduled for July 14 (slots at 5pm, 6pm, and 7pm) and will benefit Port Richmond Neighborhood Action. Please message the Hinge to reserve your spot (or call 215-425-6614 or email [email protected])

Come to have a nice dinner, to support a local charity, or BOTH!

$40/person for 3 courses (add $7 for additional appetizers). Price includes a standard beverage (soda, coffee, tea, etc.) but does not include tax or gratuity. There is a discount if paying with cash.

06/29/2022

Hinge Works, the business consulting arm of the Hinge Cafe is currently assisting a FISHTOWN business to add a doggie-friendly, walk-up coffee window. There is a tight budget and she is in need of LAWYER to represent her at the ZONING meeting (via zoom). We've already handled the applications and community meeting requirements so assistance is just needed on meeting day. Any volunteers or recommendations? Not expecting free, but budget-conscious would help. Thank you!

06/26/2022

Pulled Pork and Mango Salsa Flatbread on special tonight til 9pm.

06/25/2022

1/2 price Flats until this Sunday!

06/24/2022

The boys are out for this week's half price Floats! Open Thursday-Sunday 3-9pm

06/23/2022

Edgemont Caterers is hanging with the Hinge enjoying Fair Food desserts!

06/23/2022

The Hinge is pleased to commence our "Discount Days" in our FAIR FOOD window... each evening Thursday - Sunday a different promotion... PLUS watch for daily and weekly coupons!

06/23/2022

Pulled pork taco with mango salsa in corn tortillas...on special today at the Hinge!

06/21/2022

The Hinge is proud to announce the start of it's charity dinner series. A percentage of every check will be donated to a designated local charity or each guest will be able to pick from a list of local schools or nonprofits.

The FIRST dinner is scheduled for July 14 (slots at 5pm, 6pm, and 7pm) and will benefit Port Richmond Neighborhood Action. Please message the Hinge to reserve your spot (or call 215-425-6614 or email [email protected])

Come to have a nice dinner, to support a local charity, or BOTH!

06/15/2022

Bar-B-Q pulled pork mac-n-cheese on special today!

05/28/2022

We hope you enjoy your Memorial Day Weekend and take a moment to remember all who have served and supported our freedoms.

The Hinge is currently closed on Mondays and Tuesdays but we hope to resume 7 days of service in the near future. Thank you!