LIFE IS TOO SERIOUS TO NOT HAVE FUN WHEN YOU GO OUT TO EAT !!!!!…read more You know those really special places, the ones that feel like an extension of your home, the ones that become institutions of date nights? That's this place. My wife and have eaten here well over 75 times over the last few years and my goodness it just keeps getting consistently better and better. The people are all so friendly, welcoming, and know how to make sure you have a great time out - whether it's a low key burger night or your whole ass wedding (yes you should also get married here 10/10 recommend). There's not a bad thing on the menu, either. They keep the staples around but swap in seasonal treats and flavors all the time. Get the chocolate cake to go, you won't regret it.

Hello all, Preface,…read moreSaturday morning and busy. All the staff were communicative and friendly. My only complaint is, I ordered specifically the pancake, scrambled eggs w/cheese (no cheese) and apple chicken sausage, as sides. The sides came out approximately 20 min before the pancake. As you can see, my GF practically finished her food and drink by the time the pancake came out. I can tell by the way the restaurant is ran, (self seating, order, pay then seat yourself. Grab your own water, cups, drinks and utensils, etc) they focus on effectiveness and efficiency. But sometimes efficiency I.e, putting in orders immediately, bringing them out whenever cooked, prioritizing specific items to save time and move tables... this clearly can throw off the eating experience and minimize the... feeling of connectivity and comfort. Again, the food and staff are great. The experience, paired with the relatively loud and visually chaotic ambiance, the incoherence seating orientation, not so much. All in all, I'd go back, but certainly wouldn't be a top pick. It's a okay to have several options. But if you're looking for a place you can submerge yourself into, do minimal work and simply enjoy the experience with guest... I wouldn't recommend this place

I was in town for a work trip and stopped in here for a bite (and a hangover remedy ) before my…read moretrain back to NY. I had an INCREDIBLE experience here. I sat at the bar with Lucy and she was kind, knowledgeable and hospitable. I was only going to pop in for one and be on my way but her ethos and hospitality changed my mind and I ended up staying at the bar to finish up my work day. I had the hangar steak salad (AMAZING) and a glass of Chenin Blanc. Additionally, the Non Alc section of this menu is impressive! Thank you Lucy for such a great afternoon!

decent neighborhood spot for happy hour or a convenient bite!…read more i've been to wilder numerous times over the years, mainly because i live less than 10 minutes away from it. it's fine. the food is decent, i would probably give it a 3/5 for dinner -- it's never my first choice but a choice out of convenience. the happy hour, however, is solid. i especially appreciate the dollar oyster special they have on wednesdays during the summer. you can't get oysters that cheap anywhere else in philly, such a steal! i do think that the restaurant is absolutely gorgeous. the decor is unmatched, and its modern, stylish, and quirky all at the same time. service is always amazing as well. i will definitely be back for the dollar oysters, and it's a bonus for dog parents that there is outdoor seating!

Five stars. It's not often I give 5 stars. However, the lunch I just had at Middle Child matched…read morethe rating with ease. I went to Middle Child a few weeks ago just after 3, only to find it closes at 3. Today I returned, around 1, and there was a good crowd there having lunch. I ordered the Surfer, and the Hash Brown Potatoes. The Surfer is Middle Child's most popular sandwich. It's made on a Ciabatta bun, and has a thick layering of tender, lean, House Turkey breast, with melty Swiss cheese, arugula, blueberry chutney, and Duke's mayo. It's hard to describe just how delicious this sandwich was. My biggest concern was the Ciabatta bun - it's not one of my favorites, as I've found them to be tough and difficult to bite through. My fears were quickly put to rest after the first bite! The bun had a slightly crispy exterior - and when I followed through with my first bite, the tender, soft interior of the Ciabatta was a pleasant surprise. In fact, it complemented the thick savory Turkey, arugula, chutney and mayo! It was one of the best Turkey sandwiches I've had. Now, if that wasn't enough, don't forget, I ordered the Hash Brown Potatoes. It said Hash Browns on the blackboard, see attached picture, but these 'weren't your Mama's hash browns'! They are described online as Latka'd Hash Browns. They are thick crispy squares that combine a potato pancake latke with a hash brown texture. The interior reminded me of my mother's potato kugel, which I still reminisce about. In one word, those fried crispy potato squares were outstanding. It's 'a must try' and goes so well with the Surfer! Last, but not least, the Limeade! It was so refreshing! Not too tart, not too sweet... just right! I'll be returning to Middle Child in the not too distant future!

Very disappointed. Picked up door dad's from here for a few months…read more Today there weren't many employees behind the counter; but one of the workers were talking to some customers for like 10 minutes laughing and chatting it up mean while I'm over here trying not to interrupt their conversation. When I was FINALLY acknowledged; I was told here is one order which was ready, "5 mins for the next one" Okay cool. So the order was put on the counter but since people don't like when you just take the order that you have to deliver i again had to wait and try not to interrupt the conversation making me 2 minutes late for the drop off. What could improve?? Why not acknowledge people walking into your store and maybe pause your conversation because you aren't home.

If you want the jellied eels, you typically have to pre-order them now. They come cold but you can…read moreheat them up. I prefer them heated but either way is fine. This isn't something I want to rush back for but it is nice to have the chance to appreciate an unusual to me British delicacy since it's not really feasible for me to move to Britain. I only knew about them because I thoroughly read their website! I am finally picking up that their crisp bag becomes an occasional special and always a winner. Of the ones I have casually run into, when they add duck sounds the most delectable to me (it is also the only crisp bag I actually had of theirs so far lol). It's hard to find this quality level of British food and novelties anywhere else that isn't the UK and Stargazy is it. There is a reason they sell apparel with their name on it- bc being a part of their branding is just that cool. Staff is always great as usual. Look for their food events if you can as I think those sound fun too!

Tiny little shop with nicest people. Lots of hot and frozen foods on special for a meal or to go…read more Sunday roast was delicious. I need to go back for fish and chips Along with some specialty imported British goods and spring/ Easter candy Will definitely come back. Parking was an issue since we came from Jersey but we finally found a spot

Took my niece out for her birthday dinner, and she chose the spot -- can't argue with that kind of…read moretaste. I'd heard the fish and chips were something special here, and they absolutely lived up to the hype. A generous piece of fish, fried beautifully -- not greasy at all -- that flaked perfectly with every bite. My niece doesn't eat fish, and even she took a bite and approved. High praise. But honestly? The star of the evening were the Madras Curry deviled eggs. Outstanding. Truly. And the dip with the perfectly toasted bread was equally impressive -- everything was prepared with real care. The drinks were lovely, and the atmosphere is in a category all its own. There is so much to look at. You could spend hours in there and still not catch everything on the walls. It's the kind of place that earns a second visit just to take it all in. Highly recommend -- whether it's a birthday, a date, or any excuse to get to Philly.

Visited The Dandelion during a beautiful day in Philadelphia and decided to take advantage of the…read moreoutdoor seating, which was a great choice. A quick note for first-time visitors: the restaurant has multiple entrances, and I initially arrived at the back door. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful in directing me to the correct entrance. The space has a unique atmosphere. The indoor dining area felt quite dark, but the restaurant appears to have multiple levels, including an upstairs dining area and a bar, which adds to its charm. I started with a cocktail and really enjoyed it. It was fruity, well-balanced, and had just the right amount of alcohol without being overpowering. Based on recommendations, I ordered the burger. Unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype for me. It could have been cooked better, and overall I wasn't particularly impressed with it. What stood out most was the service. My server was attentive, friendly, and checked in regularly without being intrusive. Overall, The Dandelion offers a pleasant atmosphere, excellent service, and great cocktails. While the burger wasn't a standout for me, I'd be willing to return and try other menu items.

Celebrating my daughter's partner graduation from Wharton. Had reservations at 8pm for 12 people…read more Arrived 15 minutes early. Place was packed with UBER Eats drivers, about 15+! Hopefully it's good food!? The hostess warned us of 15 minute delay for seatings. No worries. Sat at bar enjoying a beer which was nice. Got to be sat in a room, circular table which was perfect! Then the staff got to work. Took drink orders and food orders. The food was ordered by my daughter so I really don't know what was name of each dish. The Hot and Sour was super. Had a chicken dish like orange chicken that was really good. Something tasted like moshu beef was very tasty. Then they served a spicy chicken that was fantastic! I wish I knew the name!! All in all a good experience.

This restaurant was recommended by a work colleague. I ordered Hunan chicken, stir-fried spicy…read moreeggplant, homemade spring roll, and rice (not included with the entree). The food was delivered and warm on arrival. Everything looked great - colorful and nice-sized portion for the money. Unfortunately, everything lacked flavor. I mean, no seasoning, no heat/spice, and not even enough salt. The rice was gummy to boot. One item that had some flavor was the spring roll, however, it was nearly inedible because it was dripping oil. The spring roll rapper was surprisingly crispy, but I had to wrap it in several paper towels (this is not an exaggeration) to absorb the oil before I could eat it. To make my point, I poured nearly a tablespoon of oil out of the wax paper-like pouch it came in. My son said his was still too "greasy" to eat and threw it away. What a shame. We ate enough and have lots of leftovers that will likely end up in the trash.

I love me some delicious donuts. I ordered a half dozen donuts for $10.75. What a great idea this…read morewas. I have no idea what all I ordered, but I got 3 classic ones that you can get mostly anywhere, and then I got 3 wild ones at the choice of the worker there helping me out. I have to say, I really just prefer classic chocolate icing, or caramel icing regular donuts. The crazy ones with all the toppings and fillings are just weird to me. Krispy Kreme remains as always the GOAT of all donut shops, but I do like trying new spots. Certainly worth stopping by if you're craving a donut.

This bakery sure does get a lot of foot traffic. Located towards the front in a corner, you can…read morefind a line wrapped around a few other booths. The line does move pretty quick. I recommend looking at a menu or doing research ahead of time so you have an idea on what you would like to get. I opted for a few items to include some rolls. Everything looked delicious. Now those donuts.... don't skip on them. The can sell out so get there quick. They had many different offerings, toppings and filling. They had many items from cakes, pies, breads, donuts and more. Service was fantastic. They were all working hard, and got things moving fast. They were taking orders left and right. The cost was on point for what they offer.

Truly enjoyed this place. Great to sit outside in amazing weather and have some good food. This…read moreplace has beautiful decor and that escalates the restaurant. Our server was attentive, but not overbearing or pushy. She helped with solid recommendations and gave us space to chat and chill during our dinner. Apps: The focaccia bread with roasted garlic and white bean spread was the perfect portion size and very tasty. Entrees: My friend had the chicken parm, which is HUGE (good if you want leftovers). I had the salmon piccata. This fish was perfectly cooked and extremely flavorful. Dessert: We tried the olive oil cake and the tiramisu. Between the 2, the tiramisu was the winner. It was really delicious. The olive oil cake was okay, but a little dry. The whipped cream was necessary to make it work. I'd probably come back here to try some other items!

Came here for a work gathering, got a seasonal sangria. It was pretty good. I'd come back here for…read morehappy hour or sips. Didn't try the food but waitress was consistent and comfortable with all of our questions.