The Dandelion

124 S 18th St, Philadelphia
(215) 558-2500

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Maya

We had a large party for brunch and were seated on the level where the hostess greets you. Everyone in our party, young and old, had to eat with our winter coats on, which did not make for a pleasant experience, especially for my 88 year-old mother. The draft coming in from the entry door was frigid and constant because of people coming in and out all the time. The food was decent and our server was very nice. However, our experience was disappointing due to the frigid atmosphere.

Janice

It was so warm and inviting on such a cold day. Food was amazing and our server was extremely attentive without over doing it.

Sean

The Dandelion is one of my favorite escapes. It's like stepping back in time, or walking into a London gastro pub. It's charming, cozy, and the staff are always kind and attentive. The food and drinks are always excellent. I consider the Dandelion my happy place.

Stephanie

It's a great little English pub so the vibe is good but the food was so subpar there's just no description for how bad it was. The food was so salty we really couldn't eat some of it and outside of the salt it was super bland So we didn't even eat our meal.

Jose

Exceeded our expectations. Great spot for happy hour and dinner! The Welsh Rarebit, Pickled Beetroot, and Dandy Burger were our favorites. We'll be back.

Kathleen

We were seated by the heaters along the windows which were blasting but overall we had a good experience.

PK102017

Alas, I wish I could have reviewed the food. The problem is with the staff responsible for seating guests. We walked in at 2:30pm and one look at our family of 4 and immediately we were told that "the wait time is at least 1 hr", and that "its very busy" and that they had a "lot of reservations". That seemed like a way to tell us we weren't wanted as customers. I saw at least 1 open table right up front. We even asked if we could split up, with adults sitting in the bar area and kids (not little ones btw) at a table for 2, and were told it wasn't possible. All this was done in a rather rude standoffish manner. Do not recommend, especially if you don't "blend in" ethnically.

Frank Peacock

Great drinks and bar!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chasedalot

Old school awesome

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

arthuranbu

Stopped in on a layover and it was the coziest spot just oozing charm. The staff were all friendly and welcoming and the food was fantastic!! If im ever in the city again ill be sure to visit

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lu Quinn Camacho

I was here the other night and the service was amazing, Ellie is a great bartender and the rabbit pie is incredible

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Hadrian Augustus

Fish and chips were great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alexander Perez

This spot is a hidden gem! The food was excellent across the board, full of flavor and perfectly cooked. The service was very quick, which we really appreciated. What really sets this place apart is the atmosphere; it features a very peculiar English decoration style that is memorable and fun. Despite the quirky look, the environment was very comfortable and relaxing. A perfect lunch experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alexandro “Alex.Traveler” A

Celebrated our anniversary with lunch at The Dandelion and it was absolutely perfect! From the moment we walked in, the cozy British-pub-meets-elegant-townhouse vibe completely won us over—every corner is filled with charming details, vintage decor, fireplaces, and the most beautiful natural light. It felt romantic and special without being stuffy.

The staff made our day even better: warm, attentive, genuinely friendly, and they even surprised us with a sweet anniversary touch that made us feel so celebrated.

Food was outstanding—everything tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. Portions are generous and every dish felt made with care.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lidia T

Went here for a birthday dinner and the ambience was very warm and welcoming. The menu was simple and seasonal. We went for the oysters which were so fresh and delicious. We also choose the shepards pie and rabbit pis. Both had a very rich flavor. The rabbit pie was a little on the salty side but overall tasty. Also go for the date cake with ice cream. It was exquisite.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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