Experts' Choice Award White Dog Cafe
What the experts agree on
White Dog Cafe's eclectic, locally-sourced menu shines in charming Victorian brownstones. Experts praise its creative seasonal dishes and genuine commitment to organic, sustainable food—though prices lean toward the higher end for the category.
“Progressive liberal idealists served locally-sourced organica and tasty cocktails.”
– Not For Tourists
Concierge "Consistently good, occasionally great, and always organic."
Fodor's "A favorite among University of Pennsylvania students and professors, this stalwart specializes in locally sourced, sustainable foods." Full review
Gayot14.0
"White Dog Cafe, situated in three adjacent Victorian brownstones next to the University of Pennsylvania, has benefited from owner Marty Grims' solid restaurant management pedigree." Full review
DK Eyewitness "An eclectic University City café housed in three adjacent Victorian brownstones."
Philadelphia Inquirer 2 Bells
"The ground lamb for those mini-burgers is paired classically with the piquancy of a roasted tomato-olive tapenade and a tart drizzle of tzatziki yogurt." Full review
Rough Guide "Delicious, creative food in three Victorian brownstones near the universities."
Zagat4.4
""Still top dog" after 30 years, this University City "mainstay" and its newer Wayne offshoot "delight" patrons with "gorgeously prepared", "seasonal" eclectic dishes." Full review
Where "This homey, antiques-filled dining room is as well-known for its food as it is for its social activism." Full review
Frommer's "This excellent, if pricey, Philly mainstay has long been at the forefront of the national organic and locavore food movements. Its eclectic menu ranges from salads to steaks, pastas to panini" Full review
Gayot13.0
"A menu utilizing sustainable, local ingredients delivered in a plush, upmarket setting in Haverford." Full review
