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(215) 731-0800
1839 Spruce St
(at S 18th St)
Philadelphia,
PA
19103
39.948
-75.1719
Neighborhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Center City
Hours:
M-F 11-11, Sa 9-4 5-12, Su 9-4 5-10
Price:
$$
Last updated 8.06.11
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Breakfast, Family-Friendly Dining, Brunch, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Pan-Asian & Pacific Rim, Eclectic & International, Traditional American
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
What People Are Saying About Marathon On The Square
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
In Short – Dim lights and feigned modern-euro decor almost makes you forget that just a couple years ago, this place was Center City's greatest diner. The bustling bellowing from the cramped open kitchen behind you, however, quickly refreshes your memory. The marble topped tables, placed a bit too close for comfort, lining the dining room, would benefit greatly with a tablecloth. The menu features a bevy of imaginative concoctions--eclectic Continental creations with a slight Asian twist.
Editor's Tips
- Where To Sit:
- It's best to leave the chokes at home. While smoking's allowed at the bar, there's only enough room for just you and Camel Joe.
11/12/09
Only good when you go there
by RUREN at Citysearch
It's actually better to go and sit at this Marathon. If you happen to want to stay home at night and you live in the neighborhood and prefer to just order in, it's a nightmare. Every single time I've ordered from these people, they ALWAYS mess up my order. They either don't get me what I ask for, forget items or their menu constantly changes and they never update it online so that the customer is aware of the changes. I find myself trying to decide on at least 3 items because they're always running out of items or discontinuing an item that I really liked on the menu. It's too pricey for what they offer and for the lack of bad service I've consistenly received when ordering. A restaurant should not only be good when you go there, but also when you place an order. They should really consider revising their $$, too. While the food is good, it's certainly not worth that kind of money.
- Pros: Breakfast food and the fries
- Cons: Ordering for delivery; too pricey
01/10/09
The greatest milkshakes
by Vikafo at Citysearch
Each time I go to this place, I tend to purchase more than I came in for. Wonderfully fresh food and healthy as well, great service, a bit pricy!
- Pros: Good food
- Cons: no parking
12/05/08
Love the place!
by Seashell1806 at Citysearch
Love the Marathon on the Square!!!!!!!!!!! The nicest, most friendly, professional staff ever!!! Its a treat to go out for breakfast at this joint! The oven roasted chicken salad sandwich is to die for. Everything is good, you will not be disappointed. The other Marathons do not compare especially 13th and Chestnut and 10th and Walnut, just terrible. Love you Marathon on the Square! Never change!
12/06/06
MUCH LOVE FOR THIS PLACE!
by phillyguy1234 at Citysearch
The flat bread is to die for and the HAPPY HOUR is a killer deal!
The service is alwasy kind and friendly and the food is always fast and amazing!
07/30/06
large menu, solid service, excellent ambience compared to other marathons
by caryn73 at Citysearch
We have tried every Marathon location many times, and Marathon on the Square is consistently better than the rest. Better selection than the other Marathons, food always hot (when it's supposed to be) and fresh, waitstaff always accommodating of special requests. The ambience is much nicer, too, just be sure you don't get seated too close to either the front door or the air conditioning vent! Anyway, we have eaten here hundreds of times over the years, and have enjoyed virtually every meal. It is also the "go to" place when out-of-towners visit. Repeat visitors always ask to go back. There are a number of long-time waitstaff, but every so often a new waiter pops up--don't judge your service by one visit. Also don't judge the food by how well it keeps when carrying out or getting delivery. Definitely an excellent choice for brunch, lunch, and dinner!
- Pros: varied and tasty menu, breakfast avail all day, doesn't break the bank
- Cons: can get pretty packed for sat and sun brunch
