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White Dog Cafe-Haverford, Haverford, PA
White Dog Cafe-Haverford, Haverford, PA
White Dog Cafe-Haverford, Haverford, PA
White Dog Cafe-Haverford, Haverford, PA
White Dog Cafe-Haverford, Haverford, PA

White Dog Cafe-Haverford

4.6 (4005)
$31 to $50
American
379 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA 19041

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2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
White Dog Cafe has been engaging its local community with award-winning contemporary American cuisine, since 1983 in Philadelphia and since 2010 in Wayne. Known for creative menus, using the highest quality farm-fresh ingredients and humanely raised meats and poultry, our menus change weekly to capture the best local, seasonal and sustainable grown foods available. Our inspiring menus are complimented with an all American wine list, local craft beers and seasonal specialty cocktails and refreshing mocktails served with warm hospitality.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–21:00 Fri 11:30–21:30 Sat 10:00–21:30 Sun 10:00–20:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Josh White
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Havertown
  • Cross Street
    Lancaster Avenue and Haverford Station Road
  • Parking details
    Parking in Haverford Square
  • Public transit
    Haverford Square Train Station is right behind the restaurant
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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What 4,005 people are saying

White Dog Cafe-Haverford reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Western Suburbs

    Great for brunch

  • Western Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
White Dog Cafe-Haverford offers a charming dining experience with "fabulous decor" and an "innovative menu." Guests frequently praise the "exceptional service" and "delicious food," especially the mushroom soup and cocktails. The cafe is "kid-friendly" with a welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, making it a "great choice for family gatherings."
4,006 Reviews
  1. Louise VIP

    Philadelphia28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose White Dog Cafe in Haverford to celebrate our 50th dating anniversary. Oysters were deep cups of briny succulence . The red/gold beet salad with ricotta goat cheese held a surprise- deep fried polenta croutons.. never had it before but need to find recipe to make at home. My date/husband enjoyed his lamb bolognese with homemade rigatoni while I fully enjoyed the most tender and juicy brook trout over sliced baby potatoes. A very memorable dinner for a memorable date

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  2. Amy VIP

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding servers and overall atmosphere, warm and festive

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  3. Andrew

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone we interacted with at White Dog made us feel as if we were the most important guests in the house! Combine top notch service with delicious food attractively presented made for an extraordinary dining experience

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  4. Stephanie VIP

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone enjoyed the food and the service was great.

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  5. Janis VIP

    Philadelphia60 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our weekly favorite place to relax and chill. Always great food and service.

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  6. Kristin VIP

    Philadelphia32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, a family favorite! Where else can you get a fabulous martini and cheese board plus kids get buttered pasta with fries?! We will continue to come often!

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  7. Ken VIP

    Philadelphia29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently excellent service and competent staff. Menu had good choices, and food was well prepared and presented.

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  8. Jessica

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Got a cheese plate, which included 3 or 4 crostinis. Had to ask for extra and wait, then our entrees came out before we were finished. The table was too small to accommodate the amount of plates. Got the bill and there’s an upcharge for crostinis. Is there a bread shortage? Why not just give enough and roll the upcharge into the cheese plate cost? Why waste everyone’s time? The place was busy and this kind of BS slows down servers and foodrunners, and reduces table turnover. Honestly I feel bad for the staff, it’s a really dumb policy and made the experience unpleasant. The food was ok. Our server and the entirety of the staff were excellent, and maybe the only redeeming part.

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  9. Norman

    Philadelphia13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I've been to the White Dog quite a few times. Food and Service were good, but we got stuffed in the back dining area (first time), which was loud and felt like we were in a diner. To top it off the table was sticky as were the salt and pepper grinders.

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  10. Betsy

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We sat outside for Mother’s Day, excellent food and service.

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FAQs

White Dog Cafe-Haverford offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (610) 896-4556.

White Dog Cafe-Haverford is rated 4.6 stars by 4005 OpenTable diners.

White Dog Cafe-Haverford does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  3. Philadelphia County
  4. Western Suburbs
  5. Havertown

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2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today
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379 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA 19041

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Lancaster Avenue and Haverford Station Road
  • Area
    Havertown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–21:00 Fri 11:30–21:30 Sat 10:00–21:30 Sun 10:00–20:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking in Haverford Square
  • Public transit
    Haverford Square Train Station is right behind the restaurant
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Josh White
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Delivery & takeout
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