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    3.5 (705 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Crispy Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
    Christine C.

    This place was great! Perfect for groups of all ages with a diverse menu and good service. I honestly don't think you can go wrong with anything you order! Also the drinks were pretty good pours. Oh also- the fries were addicting! I recommend to anyone in the area! Some other recommendations are the calamari, jambalaya, buffalo chicken sandwich, and ham and cheese. There truly is something for everybody.

    Espresso martinis
    Vanessa K.

    We had a 6:30 reservation on a Friday and were seated right away. Our server, Alex recommended I try the chicken parmesan with the blush sauce. My husband had the pancakes and my son had the salmon. We all really enjoyed our food. Our server was friendly and attentive and he was the one who made our espresso martinis which were delicious.

    Sangria
    Jennifer B.

    Classic spot in downtown area that has typical American fare. More of a lunch time cafe/bar & grill feel. Always good seating indoor or out. Food tastes good. Service is friendly but not super knowledgeable. I came here with co-workers for happy hour which was posted and three of 4 servers didn't even know they had happy hour options. Also, there were a few spider websites on the ceiling. If that's in the customer area it makes me a little leary for what's in the kitchen area. That being said, this establishment has weathered the storm of years of other similar locations in the area closing thus it's a solid option. There are just some other better options in the area.

    Omelette and Salad
    Chris T.

    The ratings make sense. I will preface my review by saying this was an online order as opposed to sitting down at marathon. The online options could stand to use some variety in terms of flexibility with add-ons/replacement. The breakfast menu as well as a few other areas are also weird. Omelette and salad or pancake and bacon specifically is wild to either not opt out of salad with replacement or atleast add an egg or two to the pancake and bacon option. The breakfast menu gives off, we don't like doing breakfast so we'll make it an inconvenient breakfast option. Onto the actual food now lol. The omelette is an omelette but kind of bland without being able to mix some things in, generous bacon portions throughout the omelette but lacks flavor. I see the vision with the mozzarella cheese but it gives off a weird taste as opposed to American or cheddar for an omelette, the cheese pull isn't fitting. I don't think I'd personally go out of my way to eat here again but I guess I'd try the pancake and bacon or a brunch/lunch item instead.

    Mango margarita
    Natalie L.

    The food was decent. The mango margarita wasn't my favorite but it wasn't too bad, the pancakes were pretty thick so if that's your thing this is the place to go. I do prefer them a bit more light and fluffy but they were still decent. The avocado toast was probably the best part of the meal because it was mixed with pico de gallo. Overall decent reliable place to eat. The server was really nice and it wasn't too packed for a Sunday morning either.

    Lydia P.

    Good food with nice service and ample seating. The buffalo chicken sandwich and Caesar salad was lacking in salt/flavor; the chicken was very crispy though. The pierogis were good, and I liked the sauce that it came with- it was creamy and lemony/tangy. The flatbread was fine but also lacked salt/flavor for me.

    Sheryl's Salmon Burger
    Stacey G.

    Came here for lunch. Service was good. I ordered the vegetable egg wrap which was good and came with a side salad. My husband ordered the salmon burger which he said was good but fishy. The original Bloody Mary was a little spicy, horseradish forward.... very very good!!

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    Cliff J.

    Delicious food, extremely efficient, friendly wait staff and kitchen service all rolled in a casual downtown atmosphere within walking distance of all major hotels. We started with calamari and pierogis for the group, both were phenomenal! Of course I couldn't go without a cheesesteak and Marathon slayed it. It's heavily debated on who has "the best" in the city but I guarantee Marathon is one of the best. Thank you all for a spectacular experience!

    Megan C.

    I've never actually dined in here so this review is based solely on their takeout and delivery game, which is top notch! They have a great crowd pleasing menu that ranges from soups and smoothies to chicken parm and all day breakfast options. One of those great spots when you're not totally sure what you're in the mood for...you can basically let their menu kind of decide for you. I've tried their tuna / chicken salad wraps and also their Moroccan salmon salad, all of which have been excellent. Wraps come with a tasty caesar salad and are an absolute go-to. The team members I've encountered here have always been incredibly friendly. If I lived a bit closer to either location I would be here all the time, but for now I really enjoy grabbing lunch or dinner while in the neighborhood, and would absolutely recommend a stop in to anyone.

    Caesar salad with calamari
    Hailey M.

    The Caesar salad was a little lacking but I got it with the calamari and that saved it. Service was good so I'd go back and try something else.

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    Really like the tomato sauce and the crust they use for their pizzas. Food has always been ready on time. It's our go-to place for pizza.

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    Great shrimp tacos and wonderful matzo ball soup and the best burgers. They also make a great martini's.

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    Came to K'Far for a quick lunch - it was a random weekday so luckily there was no line! I opted to…read moreeat on the lovely little patio. I got a chai latte with oat milk and a Shakshuka (which, they told me is not a traditional Shakshuka but rather reimagined as a pasty). It was delicious! The chai latte had great depth and spice flavors, and the Shakshuka pastry was a great mix of flaky puff pastry and strong tomato and egg flavors. Just knocking off one star because for a $5.75 latte, they only filled the glass halfway up. I also got one of their famous pistachio sticky bun to take to go!

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    Inside the cute cafe

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    Yemenite iced latte, chocolate rugelach, potato boreka

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    Cafe Square One

    Cafe Square One

    4.5(66 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    This is my first yelp review, but I absolutely loved this place! The food, coffee, and smoothies…read morewere amazing, the staff was friendly, and they played such good music and had such a cozy environment with a wall of paintings of pop culture and meme characters! Overall the experience was amazing and I would love to come back. If you are in Philly and looking for a great cozy place with great food for breakfast or lunch. I would strongly recommend café square one

    While in Philadelphia for work, my office ordered lunch through Seamless, and I'm so glad we chose…read moreCafé Square One! This was my first time actually trying it and it definitely lived up to the hype of the Yelp reviews. My wrap had chicken, hummus, lettuce, and feta, and it was so delicious. My chicken was very good, very tender and seasoned well. It also had a great creamy hummus to tie all the other ingredients together. The feta added just enough saltiness to balance out the rest of the flavors. All of the ingredients were very fresh, and my wrap was extremely soft, yet still maintained its form completely as I ate. I also ordered a Nutella hot chocolate. It was delicious! It was my fist time having a Nutella hot Chocolate. I usually just get a normal hot chocolate. The pita chips served as an additional side item with this sandwich and proved to be quite enjoyable. The pita chips had a good crunch and were able to pair with the wrap very well. I ended up eating all of the pita chips! It was a great lunch and I enjoyed my wrap! I would likely order from Café Square One again in the future, especially, if that wrap is still on their menu!

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    0.4 miPenn Center, Logan Square, Art Museum District
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    Visiting Philly, we really wanted to go small business, micro brewery, but City Tap was one of the…read moreonly locations where I could find a gluten-free menu & they offered a lot of local brews on draft options- so we settled in. We ordered the ten-spice wings- and a gluten-free pizza- both were hearty, delicious, well-flavored devourable. The flight price on the menu says $14 for a local flight, but this has changed- it's priced per beer- viewable on Untapped App- so a flight is more like $18-20, because of the increased price- I opted for a pint, but the bartender was super friendly about allowing a few sip samples before deciding. The place had a great ambiance- the bar had sports tvs playing, the side tables had very happy hour chat vibe, and the back tables had a more intimate feeling. Overall, would recommend- it was a nice experience.

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    4.1(397 reviews)
    0.4 miPenn Center, Logan Square

    My girlfriend wanted to come here to watch the sunset for her birthday, and it turned out to be a…read moregreat choice. Since it was the weekend, we had to wait in the lobby downstairs for about 15-20 minutes. Luckily, we made it up just in time to catch the sunset and take some amazing photos. We were also fortunate enough to find seats at the bar, but if you want guaranteed seating, it's definitely better to make a reservation in the main seating area. Overall Ratings Atmosphere - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Food - 5/5 Parking - Valet / Nearby Parking Atmosphere - The view is absolutely the star of the show. Watching the sunset over the city from this height creates an unforgettable experience, especially for a special occasion. The space itself feels upscale and lively without being overwhelming. Service - The service was excellent. Our bartender, Michael, made sure we were well taken care of throughout our visit. He was attentive, friendly, and added to the overall experience. My girlfriend especially appreciated the complimentary olives, which was a nice touch. What We Ordered - Old Fashioned (Very well balanced and smooth) Cucumber Martini (Refreshing and perfectly crafted) Final Thoughts - This was the perfect spot to celebrate a birthday. Between the stunning views, great drinks, and attentive service, it made for a memorable evening. I would definitely come back and recommend it to anyone looking for a great lounge experience in Philadelphia.

    Overall food is mid but honestly you're there for the views. The elevator itself is an experience…read moretoo so pay attention. Dress code is on the website. Food (7/10) - Mediocre food for a four seasons place. Found two thick bones in my sea bass and a thick branch that you can't chew in the veggies. Pasta was decent but nothing to rave about. Popular trout sushi is overrated - ratio of crispy rice and trout isn't right. Service (10/10) - top notch! Ambiance (10/10) - Romantic, relaxed. Beautiful 360 skyline view all around Philadelphia. We got there before sunset and got to enjoy all colors of the sky. Hope you get the window tables but it's not guaranteed.

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    Dining room

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    Mushroom shrimp risotto, grilled octopus, and black truffle and fontina pizza - amazing!

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