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Marathon - 19th & Spruce, Philadelphia, PA

Marathon - 19th & Spruce

4.5
4.5
789 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
Marathon has served the neighborhoods of Philadelphia for over 25 years as a family-run restaurant group. We serve well-made American classics, and strive to source the freshest food locally available to us, including from our own Marathon Farm in Brewerytown, Philadelphia. Our favorite farm to table items include our grass-fed Cheesesteak, free-range Turkey Plate, and fluffy Omelettes made with cage-free eggs.


We love food, but more importantly we create the food that people love to eat. We set out each day to provide our guests with a complete feel-good dining experience in a casual setting. We offer warm and personal hospitality rooted in a real concern for our guests' experience and we believe that everyone should be able to afford delicious food. We bring people together through food, personal connections and artistic spaces.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 731-0800
  • Website
    http://www.eatmarathon.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Sklar
  • Catering
    Please catering@eatmarathon.com for catering options.
  • Location
    1839 Spruce St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
  • Area
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Cross Street
    19th and Spruce
  • Parking details
    Street parking is permitted throughout the day, depending on availability. There are several public parking lots on 18th and Chancellor St, which is only a 3 block walk away.
  • Public transit
    We are conveniently located near several SEPTA bus lines: 17, 9, 21, and 42. We are also a short, 4 block walk from PATCO's 16th and Locust Station.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy your favorite sporting event or catch up on the day's news on our flatscreen, HD television at the bar.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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What 789 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Marathon - 19th & Spruce is a beloved neighborhood gem known for "great food and great service." With a diverse menu that delights every palate, it's perfect for family outings and casual get-togethers. The "fabulous service" and inviting atmosphere make it feel like "a little bit like going home." Whether dining indoors or enjoying the outdoor seating, guests consistently praise the "friendly staff" and "delicious" dishes. While noise can sometimes be a factor, the overall experience keeps patrons coming back.

789 Reviews

  1. Mark

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve dined here about ten times over the last year. I was disappointed this time.

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  2. Sean

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Waited 40 mins past our reservation time. Food took about 45 mins to be served after ordering.

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  3. Dennis

    Philadelphia

    41 reviews

    3.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is always well prepared and good value for the price.

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  4. Gerald

    Philadelphia

    375 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    375 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A great place for a good meal at a reasonable price with excellent service.

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  5. Judith

    Philadelphia

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a fabulous restaurant experience. Friendly and professional staff. The food is fresh and there is something for everyone on the menu

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  6. Ayanna

    New York City

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Jacob was great! This was our first time visiting while in Philly, but it will not be our last.

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  7. James

    Philadelphia

    108 reviews

    5.0

    108 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All great except large table adjacent to us with very loud occupants.

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  8. Marsha

    Philadelphia

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a delicious meal at the Marathon Grill. The service was very good. Reasonable prices too. We would definitely return here the next time we are in Philadelphia

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  9. Bonnie

    Philadelphia

    729 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    729 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall, the food and service are very good. Today the service was exceptional. The caesar salad did not have anchovies which is supposed to be an ingredient and even when I asked for them, the restaurant did not have any. The noise level is too high for a comfortable conversation.

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  10. Deborah

    Philadelphia

    96 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    96 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lunch with a friend on a very busy Thursday! We were glad we had a reservation because every table was full! Always good food and service. The best chicken noodle soup!

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FAQs

Marathon - 19th & Spruce offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 731-0800.

Marathon - 19th & Spruce is rated 4.5 stars by 789 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Marathon - 19th & Spruce

1839 Spruce St., Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    19th and Spruce
  • Area
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is permitted throughout the day, depending on availability. There are several public parking lots on 18th and Chancellor St, which is only a 3 block walk away.
  • Public transit
    We are conveniently located near several SEPTA bus lines: 17, 9, 21, and 42. We are also a short, 4 block walk from PATCO's 16th and Locust Station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Sklar
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy your favorite sporting event or catch up on the day's news on our flatscreen, HD television at the bar.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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