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    White Dog Cafe - University City

    3.8 (1.7k reviews)
    ModerateBars, New American
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Little Gem Salad
    Cosette P.

    We really enjoyed our experience on the patio. The food matched the weather, very al fresco. There was also a running race going on the road next to the restaurant, so we got some entertainment with our dinner! The restaurant is in a great location and has the funnest atmosphere!

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    Sam L.

    Nice restaurant near U Penn. Nice vibe, cute interior with dog themed arts and deco. Food was pretty decent also. I had a good experience and it was memorable. Strongly recommend to eat here if you are near Drexel or U Penn.

    Rana S.

    Food: 3 Service: 3 Price: 3 Ambiance: 5 I was in Philly and wanted to try out some brunch place and this is what popped up for me on my trusted Yelp. Aesthetics of this place are on point. So cute! As I was walking to be seated, I passed through so many cool separate rooms. The decor can be visually overwhelming as there are a lot of decked out walls of wallpaper and gold guilder accents. Decadent is what comes to mind. I ordered a mushroom omelet and coffee. It was fine. I mean I'm not sure if I've just become accustomed to really great brunch places here in LA, but given how decadent the place was, I found the food a bit underwhelming. Don't get me wrong, it was good but not great. And, what's funny is my server asked me after noticing I didn't eat the potatoes if I liked them!

    Whipped Feta
    Aisha F.

    We love a cute farm to table situation, the East Coast's first at that. For lunch I chose the meatloaf melt special but the stars of the show was the whipped feta and the mushroom soup. Deeeeelish! Service was excellent, even with the lunch time rush.

    Scrambled eggs

    Really enjoyed a good brunch at White Dog Cafe. The ambience is great and the food was delicious. The service was also perfect with attentive staff and the managers also checked in to make sure all was good! We ordered the scrambled eggs, avocado toast, chicken and waffles,monkey bread ,flapjacks and the brunch snack board. Everything was delicious. Definitely recommend the cafe for a great meal.

    Impossible Patty Melt
    Lisa G.

    We began our long weekend in University City with lunch at the White Dog Cafe. The bright and ample space, set in three Victorian brownstones, was very comfortable, easy to converse in and the decor really embodied a sophisticated rustic charm. We began our meal with cocktails and an Artisan Cheese Plate which was accompanied by fruit, nuts, pickles, crusty bread and the most delicious strawberry and apricot spreads. The cheese selections were unique and very tasty! Definitely a must have as an appetizer or a nosh with cocktails. For our mains, we selected the Spicy Lamb Bolognese and the Impossible Patty Melt. The lamb ragu was very flavorful and the pasta was perfectly cooked. The Impossible Patty Melt was well cooked and the star of the show was the smoky onion jam and spicy pickles. This was a perfect intro to the foodie scene in and about the University City area. The staff was warm and friendly and the overall vibe makes it easy to linger long after the meal is done.

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    Miles A.

    Stopped in to the white dog cafe here for a quick late lunch. The space is nicely decorated and has various rooms on multiple floors, and outdoor sections. The downstairs area seemed cozy with portraits of dogs. We ordered the chopped salmon salad and double cheddar burger. Both had fresh, good ingredients. Burger was cooked at temp, but just seemed lacking. Definitely a pricier though not memorable meal to me. Staff also forgot about us though as we were never checked on until we were done so maybe an off day all around.

    Sy L.

    The white dog cafe on Samson St is spacious. There are several rooms throughout with different decor. I don't know what brand of coffee they use but I loved the coffee. I ordered the FARMERS PLATE (Cage-Free Eggs Any Style, Green Meadow Farm Smoked Bacon, Multigrain Toast, Home Fries). I am not a fan of eggs but these eggs were cooked and seasoned exactly how I can tolerate eating them. I had to let the waiter know just how good the eggs were! This location is great to celebrate a birthday! There is also outside seating.

    Tarun B.

    I came here after a long day of exploring University City. We were able to find seating outside at one of the tables. Everything here is dog themed. They have dog pictures on the floor, in the bathroom, everywhere. Even the drinks were dog themed specials. The waitress came by and explained their happy hour menu. All their food is made farm to table so the quality is superb. To drink I ordered the Pawjito which is rum, elderflower liqueur, kiwi, lime, and ginger ale. It was not too sweet and had a good amount of liquor. To eat I ordered the White Dog Double Cheddar Burger which was recommended by the waitress. It came with green meadow farm smoked bacon mayo, bibb lettuce, tomatoes, grilled red onion, on brioche. For a happy hour special it was a large burger. Unfortunately it did not come with fries so I ordered parmesan fries on the side. The food was great. You can taste the fresh and local ingredients with every item. I can see why this is a popular spot with locals and university students. The food here is very good. I plan to come back here for another happy hour sometime soon to try their other options.

    Steak with chimichurri hash and fried eggs and toast.
    Grace G.

    What a lovely place, brownstone converted into a great cafe, with farm to table fare. We had a great waiter Will who took care of us and gave us the history of the cafe and how it got its name. My husband had the special a steak with hash and two fried eggs in an iron skillet. He said it was a little taste of heaven. I had the strawberry cheesecake stuffed French toast with chicken apple sausage. It was a feast for the eyes as well as the mouth! Can't wait to visit again to try their other meals!

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    Mikka V.

    My go-to place when hosting friends and family near campus! Every single dish is always great, and I appreciate their farm to fork approach with seasonable species. The dog decorations and themed rooms are a nice touch too!

    Spinach & Artichoke Croquettes
    Derek Ignatius Paul H.

    Lots of dog art. LOTS. It's a trip. If you have cynophobia this is not a place for you. Food is all farm to table and seasonal. Ordered the tuna melt and had some of the Spinach & Artichoke Croquettes. Kiwi lemonade was very sweet.

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    Jada C.

    Yelp, you've done it again. I was visiting Philly for my niece's birthday and wanted to locate a restaurant for brunch that has great ratings on Yelp, took brunch reservations, and could handle this party of 4. I located a few, but this one stood out. This restaurant is very easy to locate, and on a Sunday at 11am... plenty of inexpensive street parking. We were greeted by very pleasant hostesses as well as unique and attractive decor. This place is a puppy lovers paradise w the décor. I'm not going to share too much, you have to visit!! We were greeted by the lovely Adrian, who was sweet as pie. She was very professional, timely w table visits, and got our order right the 1st time!! Collectively, we ordered the following... Nashville Hot Chicken w Waffle: Big plate, well seasoned and spicy the way we like it. Puppy Power Beverage: Soooo refreshing!! Light yet impactful flavor. Farmers Plate: Plentiful, well plated, and very tasty. Well seasoned. A la Carte Bacon: At least 6 pieces, and crisped perfectly!! A la Carte Breakfast Potatoes: Sooo good!! I loved the herby seasoning. A la Carte French Toast: This item changed my husband's life!! He literally talked about it all evening, through the wedding, and the next day on our trip back home. It was amazingly light, and the flavor was chef's kiss !! A la Carte Egg Whites: Well prepared and tasty. A la Carte Turkey Bacon: Prepared very well, great portion size. I've been talking about this place since we left. I highly recommend this place for any and everyone !! Job exquisitely done White Dog Cafe.

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    Great service, the food was very tasty and fresh. The bathrooms are clean. We are coming back!

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    Served my burger raw twice. Disappointing since I was looking forward to this restaurant.

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    Good food and a great vibe. Location next to UPenn is convenient. So good we went two nights in a row.

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    White Dog Cafe - University City Reviews in Other Languages

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    Does White Dog have gluten free buns (or bread) for burgers?

    No all of our buns have gluten. We have a vegan sweet potato bun but it has gluten. Our menu shows allergens in each dish. https://www.whitedog.com/universitycity/

    Can I bring my puppy here?

    Yes, dogs are allowed in their outdoor seating area

    Wheelchair accessible, or all stairs?

    I'm not 100% sure, but I know right now there's outdoor seating which is accessible

    Does White Dog Cafe still do bottomless brunch? I don't see it on the menu so wondering if it's changed since the previous reviews were written.

    Not anymore

    Hey! I was wondering what the flat cost per person for bottomless is on sunday's?

    They actually stopped offering bottomless. Apparently it's illegal in the city of Philadelphia they told us

    Are bottomless brunch drinks still being offered/has the price changed?

    No, they stopped doing bottomless

    Are there bottomless mimosas?

    Yes! They have bottomless mimosas, bloody Mary's and greyhounds (I think that's what it's called - grape fruit juice with vodka). You pay a flat cost that's added to your entire and can mix up the drinks you get. You don't have to get mimosas the… Read more

    What time is brunch on Saturdays and Sundays?

    9:30AM ~2:30PM

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    Two Locals Brewing

    Two Locals Brewing

    4.9
    (25 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Hands down my pick for the best brewery in West Philly, and that's well deserved for Philadelphia's…read morefirst black owned brewery! The first thing that stands out to me about Two Locals is the huge space with all kinds of amenities. Whether its a seat at the bar, grabbing a seat by a barrel, or grabbing a table for a group of any size; it has the perfect seating arrangement for you. While the brewery side only serves libations the space also features the Landing Kitchen serving all kinds of damn good food. Another plus is the huge variety of games that they have to play, including an ice breakers questions game that made for a good second date activity. The service at Two Locals is great and filled with bartenders who provide good brew suggestions. And I love that Two Locals is a brewery that goes beyond pouring IPAs while also pouring some damn good ones.. Favorite beers of mine from here include the Nubian brown ale, the Gaspar dark Mexican lager, the Riots smoked rauchbier, and the Foway farmhouse saison. For events outside of beer Two Locals features events like a comedy showcase, movie screenings, gospel karaoke, and then some. And starting in Apirl 3rd they'll also be partnering with UCity Square to have a pop-up beer garden in The Lawn.

    Two Locals Brewing, Philadelphia, PA. I was expecting two guys in their basement making a mess and…read morecalling it beer. What I got was flashbacks to my corporate life drinking beers with fun names trying to forget I was in a hotel lobby bar. Pro tip; entrance is on 37th St. Two Locals brewing is on the 1st floor of an office building. They are next to a sandwich window and open seating that was hosting a reiki spa massage lecture series. There were some big personalities in Two Locals side of the space. Luckily I found parking right outside the front door. I gave away 4 t-shirts to 4 lovely people. The beers had fun names. I ordered a part time lover. We'll talk about the beer named part time lover here. TheCheesesteakLife.com - Your home for everything cheesesteak.

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    Parks On Tap

    Parks On Tap

    3.4
    (36 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    Parks on Tap is a a unique and fun "beer garden" experience. It's super casual and a nice way to…read morerelax, meet friends and hang outside. Things to note: you have to "sign in" on your phone before you can enter. This causes a line on some busy nights - such as last night, their opening night at the Azalea garden. My partner had an issue because his phone wasn't loading and they would not let him in! Even after checking his ID. Luckily, he was able to borrow my phone to sign in. If they require sign in for entry, they should at least have an iPad (or paper) for those that are unable to do it on their phones. As far as beer selection, didn't LOVE the choices, they were okay, I thought I remembered some better options last year. I got the 2SP up and out, which is good, but didn't think the other options were great. I personally don't go to Parks on Tap for food, but if you would like food they have it. Our friends ordered the Mexican street corn dip, but they were not a fan of it. However, the atmosphere is wonderful, I love the aspect of getting out in a park in the city and having a few beers and relaxing! It's unique and fun. It's also great that it travels, I'm excited to try some of the other locations. They do have a good amount of seating options, but if you expect it to be crowded and want a place to sit, I recommend bringing a blanket or foldable chair.

    Rode our bikes out here last night for bike gang. It felt like biking up a mountain…read more I got a lemonade and a brisket cheese steak. It was really good and unlike most parks on tap food, actually filling. Plenty of space between benches and chairs. No over crowding. No lines. Bathrooms were super clean. Sanitized pens to sign your name after paying. All the proper precautions. This has been my favorite parks on tap experience.

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    Bad Brother

    Bad Brother

    4.8
    (198 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    FANTASTIC place. Totally recommend and would absolutely go back…read more Easy to make a reservation over the phone and our party of 5 was welcomed and brought to our table upstairs. The upstairs area has a chill vibe with some Mario-themed art as well as a TV. It seems that the kitchen is upstairs, so a lot of waiters were flying by out table to the staircase. Our waiter was pretty chill. Apparently an O's fan, he was excited to learn we're from Baltimore. Food was all fantastic. The style of fries isn't my preference, but they were decent. Other than that, I was blown away. Child #1 and Child #2 got some items from the Kids' menu - grilled cheese and cheeseburger. Bread and Butter appetizer. Is it expensive for just being bread and butter? Yes. Is it worth it? Also yes. The homemade bread is great, but combine it with honey butter with flaky salt, and it's incredible. Loads of reviews on Yelp talked about the sausage roll. GET IT. It's greasy and filling in all the right ways. Goes great with a beer. My wife got the burger and she found it to be very tasty. I got the Grilled Maitake Mushrooms dish and holy cow; it's perfect. Even if you're not a vegetarian (I'm not), you can appreciate this dish: crispy rice cake (not the dry kind from the store), tender baby bok choy, and of course the well-cooked mushrooms are tied together with black vinegar, garlic-whipped tofu (!), and a peanut sauce. A++ would absolutely get again. The food menu has some staples, but overall it does change nightly, so make sure you check it out before you come. Apparently, on Sundays, they do a different experimental flavor of wings. I was curious, but my stomach has only so much room, so I had to draw the line. There is a respectable drink menu. My wife got the blood orange mezcalita, which she liked, but thought the smoke flavor was more subtle than described. I got the Plum Fizz and would totally get it again. Pleasantly-sour with a nice fizz. It's a nice pub in a nice neighborhood of a major city - be prepared for prices to match. But it is absolutely worth it.

    One day I was craving a burger and decided to come to bad brother for the first time. I came on a…read moreMonday night not knowing there was a drinking event so it was pretty busy for a Monday. They were doing raffles if you ordered certain drafts but I decided to get a cocktail instead. The plum fizz was so delicious and refreshing. I liked that it wasn't too sweet or too strong (especially because it was a weekday) Anyways, because it was pretty busy I just sat myself at the bar. The bartenders were all so kind and nice and answered all of my questions. Apparently they do change some items on the menu and they do a martini and meatloaf Monday. I stuck with the burger and fries. When I tell you it was the best burger I've had in fairmount, I'm not exaggerating. I was expecting typical bar food but I was wrong. I will be back for sure and I'll be sure to tell all of my friends to go there as well. I've never had a meatloaf but just because the burger was so good I'll have to let my first one be at bad brother.

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