FCM Hospitality and owner Avram Hornik announce that Morgan’s Pier (221 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd) will start its 2022 season on Thursday, April 21st at 4 PM. This waterfront destination for relaxed bites, local brews, breathtaking views, and energetic late nights will be celebrating its 11th consecutive season by revitalizing entertainment and menu selections from years past while adding in a few invigorating touches. Starting hours for the season are Mondays to Thursdays, 4:00 pm – 2:00 am, and Fridays to Sundays, Noon – 2 am. Guests can make reservations for dine-in service Mondays to Thursdays, 4:00 pm – 9:45 pm, Fridays to Saturdays, Noon – 8:45 pm, and Sundays, Noon – 9:30 pm. Kitchen hours are Mondays to Thursdays, 4:00 pm- 10:00 pm, and Fridays to Sundays Noon – 10:00 pm. Reservations are encouraged during dining hours, with walk-up reservations available, space permitting.
This landmark dining destination’s culinary offerings will be a merger of several Pier staples with new tasty treats for the 2022 season. Guests can expect waterfront classics with elevated pub fare, all sprinkled with Pier personality. Items like the gluten-free grilled octopus with salsa Verde, pickled kumquat, and fennel or the confit pork flatbread with broccoli rabe pesto, sharp provolone, Calabrian chili and shaved parmesan will showcase how Morgan’s Pier has continuously thrived in their 11 years. The soon-to-be crowd favorite, the Epic Burger, will consist of a double patty, iceberg, tomato, caramelized onion, truffle mornay, honey pepper back bacon all stacked high in a big Marty’s seeded roll.
Morgan’s Pier 2022 beverage offerings will be perfect to help you wash down those detectable dishes or cool off from the Summer sun. As always, Morgan’s Pier prides itself on its locally-driven offerings. For all you beer lovers, this can be seen in their thirst-quenching beer selections, which include Poplar Pils, Bowline, and Pier Beer, an American IPA made exclusively for Morgan’s Pier compliments of Mainstay Independent (901 N. Delaware Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19123). Last year’s breakout drink of the season, Sea Isle Iced Teas, will be on deck, along with a list of amazing cocktails. Signature cocktails making a return to this year’s menu include Blueberry Lemonade and Watermelon Ricky. The Aperol Paloma makes its debut this season, offering the perfect blend of two warm weather classics the Aperol Spritz and Paloma. The blend of Patron, Aperol, fresh lime juice, grapefruit, and club soda will have you feeling summertime fine in just a few sips.
Entertainment:
The lively entertainment schedule at Morgan’s Pier is always one to admire, with this year being no exception. Get spicy this summer with the return of Latin nights by putting on your Cha-Cha heels to enjoy the sounds of the islands with Siempre Salsa Philly on select Wednesday evenings. Sing along to your acoustic favorites every Thursday night, with a stacked lineup of local talent scheduled, including New Pony, The Business, Jamison, and Cherry Crush. The weekend late-night party will be in full swing for the 2022 season, with DJ entertainment scheduled every Friday and Saturday. Guests can expect an $8 cover charge on Wednesday nights after 8 PM, Thursdays starting at 9:00 pm, Fridays and Saturdays starting at 10:00 pm.
What do the people who orchestrate an entertainment schedule of this caliber most look forward to? Just ask Dana Canalichio, Director of Operations and Development for FCM Hospitality, “my favorite day at Morgan’s Pier is Sunday. Nothing says a perfect summer day to me like the chill vibe of live music by local performers and relaxing on the water with a Blueberry Lemonade in hand after a crazy weekend.”
If there is one thing Morgan’s Pier knows how to do, it is hosting some amazing charitable events. Yappy Hour with the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PSPCA) and Tito’s Handmade Vodka turns 4 PM – 8 PM one Monday a month. Yappy Hour is a perfect opportunity to bring your four-legged furry family member to enjoy the sun. Proceeds from Yappy Hour will go towards the Pennsylvania SPCA along with other opportunities to donate. Are you ready to guac and roll? Morgan’s Pier will proudly be the host of the return of an in-person GUAC OFF, hosted by MANNA, on May 26th, 2022. MANNA is a volunteer center based in Philadelphia, that provides counseling, preparing, and delivering medically tailored meals that are filled with nourishments to those with serious illnesses in the Greater Philadelphia Area and Southern New Jersey.
Opening Entertainment Schedule:
Thursday, April 21st: DJ Ricky Lee (5 PM – 9 PM); DJ Menace Cartel (9 PM-Midnight)
Friday, April 22nd: DJ Xtina (5 PM – 9 PM); DJ Beatstreet (10 PM – 2 AM)
Saturday, April 23rd: DJ Meat Mill (5 PM – 9 PM); DJ Pfef (10 PM – 2 AM)
Sunday, April 24th: Acoustic by Dan Fisher (3 PM – 7 PM)
MENUS:
Cocktails:
American Mule: Tito’s, Fresh Lime Juice, Ginger Beer $10
Margarita: Cazadores Blanco, triple sec, fresh citrus juice $10
Blueberry Lemonade: Stoli Blueberi Vodka, Lemonade $10
Tommy Collins: Bluecoat, Raz Liqueur, lemon, blackberry simple, club $10
Twisted Tea Bomb: Twisted Tea with a shot of Deep Eddy Peach or Lemon $11
Crushin’ It: Grey Goose, Mango Puree, Yellow Red Bull $12
Stateside Splash: Stateside, Watermelon Puree, club $10
Aperol Paloma: Patron, Aperol, lime juice, grapefruit, club $12
Franklin Palmer: Bacardi Spiced Rum, Peach Schnapps, lemonade, Iced tea $10
Watermelon Rickey: Watermelon Puree, 21st Amendment Hell or High Watermelon $8
Summer Sangria: White Sangria with Seasonal Fruits and juices $9
Frozen
Frozen Margarita $9
Rotating Frozen $9
Food:
Seafood
Oysters on the Halfshell- $18 (6ea) GF
lemon, tabasco, mignonette
Seafood Cocktail $20 GF
snow crab claw, shrimp, green lip mussel, charred lemon, cocktail sauce
Tuna Tartare $18 GF
citrus soy, cucumber, scallion, avocado, seaweed salad, yucca chips
Crispy Calamari $16 GF
sweet chili glaze, pickled cucumber, black garlic aioli
Crab Cakes $21
plantain, passion fruit mojo, jicama slaw
Grilled Octopus $20 GF
salsa verde, pickled kumquat, fennel
Snacks/Small Plates
French Fries $6 GF VG
chipotle aioli
Pier Fries $12 GF
bbq brisket, beer cheese, bacon, scallions, jalapeno, chipotle aioli
Crispy Chicken Wings $16 GF
Choice of buffalo, chimichurri, or apple bourbon BBQ
Beet Salad GF $12 VG GF
mixed greens, spring peas, strawberries, pistachio, buttermilk goat cheese vinaigrette
Little Gem Salad GF $14 V GF
shaved carrot, curried cauliflower, radish, tomato, aged sherry vinaigrette
Lacinato Kale and Romaine Caesar Salad $10 GF VG
parmesan, polenta crouton, vegan caesar dressing
Add Grilled Chicken $4 Add Grilled Shrimp $6
Spring Pea Hummus $8 V
pickled spring onion, lemon confit, pita
Flatbreads
Margherita $10 VG
san marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic gastrique
Pepperoni $13
san marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, basil
Confit Pork $14
broccoli rabe pesto, sharp provolone, calabrian chile, shaved parmesan
Spring Asparagus $13 VG
lemon ricotta, cherry tomato, arugula
Meat Lovers $15
mozzarella, bacon, pepperoni, crispy prosciutto
Sandwiches- served with a pickle spear
Cheeseburger $9
iceberg, tomato, red onion, cooper sharp american, Martin’s potato roll
Add Burger Patty $4 Add Bacon $2
Epic Burger $15
double patty, iceberg, tomato, caramelized onion, truffle mornay, honey pepper back bacon, big Marty’s seeded roll
Crispy Shrimp Roll $13
sweet chili-sriracha aioli, scallion, sesame, split top roll
Prime Rib $15
caramelized onion, mushroom, raclette, horseradish cream, toasted baguette
Pork Belly BLT $10
house-cured, honey bacon aioli, tomato jam, mixed greens, sourdough
Ratatouille Grinder $11 VG
eggplant, bell pepper, squash, crumbled feta, baguette
Pulled Chicken Reuben $12
coleslaw, 1000 island, grain mustard, swiss, marble rye
Purple Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger $10 VG
lettuce, tomato, salsa Roja, avocado, Martin’s potato roll
Sweets
Ice Cream $6 GF VG
rotating flavors
Banana Foster Cheesecake $6 VG
Kids Menu: $7
(served with french fries)
Chicken Finger
Cheeseburger
All Beef Hot Dog
V – Vegan VG – Vegetarian GF – Gluten Free
