Marathon - 16th & Sansom

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   Lee

   Alabama

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 12 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   First time here and it was great. Ample menu choices, bar specials, excellent food, right sized portions, and superb service.
   

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   Nicole

   New York City

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on 8 December 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   They did not tell my mom they were out of her order until ALL of our orders had already come out. She had to order a tasteless salad because that would have been the fastest thing to come out to avoid waiting another 30 for a meal. Ridiculous
   

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   Spencer

   Philadelphia

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 5 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We love Marathon! The food is excellent and there's something for everyone (including dietary restrictions). Drinks and desserts are equally delicious. The service is always prompt, kind, and personal. Marathon's atmosphere is cozy yet spacious and located in a super popular part of the city!
   

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   Jay

   Jacksonville

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 30 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Thia is the second time we've dined here. We started with a bowl of the delicious tomato basil and the calamari. We had the soup on our first visit, and it didn't disappoint this time either. The calamari was a bit spicy, but it was very tasty. I tried the cheese steak (only because I haven't eaten one yet this trip) tasty but not one you search out for. My wife had the grilled chicken breast, very nice. My daughter enjoyed the vegetable capaillnini with shrimp. Great service and ambiance. Definitely stop in again next time we're in Philadelphia.
   

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   Daniel

   Washington DC

   49 reviews

   3.0

   49 reviews

   Dined on 23 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Busy day at Marathon. Usually a big fan, but they were extremely busy thanks in large part to the Philadelphia MArathon being held, the food was fine but not as good as usual (and it is usually pretty tasty - think elevated diner food), and despite the server's best efforts food service was very slow - 45+ minutes from order to the start of staggered delivery to the table. Still a fan of the restaurant, where I've been many times before, but probably will not be quite as quick to make a reservation as before this vist.
   

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   Nicholas X.

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 23 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Marathon never fails to deliver the goods. Great food. Great service. Great value.
   

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   Rachel

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on 20 November 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Not a pleasant experience at all. The food and service was really terrible. I am really amazed as to how they are still in business.
   

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   Linda

   New York City

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on 9 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Delicious food and great service! I had the 18 hour brisket and it was delicious!
   

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   Doreen

   Philadelphia

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on 27 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The entire experience was wonderful! My friends took me out for a birthday brunch, and everything from the service to the food was excellent! Highly recommend!
   

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    Bruce

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3

    We were looking for a pre-concert dinner and found this restaurant just a few blocks from the Kimmel Center. Their American cuisine was very good. My wife had a crab cake that she described as delicious (I had a taste - it was very moist and meaty) and I had the baby back ribs with pomegranate barbecue sauce. They were good if a bit dry - could have used a little less cooking time or a little more sauce. We both couldn't stop eating our sweet potato fries which were excellent, and the cole slaw was also very good. The ambience is that of a family restaurant or upscale diner, and service was friendly and courteous if a little on the slow side. The price was very good for a Philly restaurant - about $50 for the two of us, including an iced tea. We'll defiintely consider coming back (possibly with our grandkids - they have a good kids' menu).
    

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