Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Solarium - White Dog Cafe - University City, Philadelphia, PA

White Dog Cafe - University City

4.6 (5614)
$31 to $50
American
3420 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
A varied menu with seasonal & local ingredients served in a stylish room with dog-lover decor.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sat 9:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Albert Alvarado
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    University City
  • Cross street
    On Sansom Street between 34th and 36th Street
  • Parking details
    Metered Street Parking is available surrounding the restaurant. Penn garage is available on 34th Street and Ludlow.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
Gift card

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Experiences

  • Half Price Wine Night

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy half price wine bottles from our in house list with the purchase of an entree.

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

What 5,614 people are saying

White Dog Cafe - University City 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
White Dog Cafe in University City offers an inviting atmosphere with "great food, ambience, and service." Known for its "farm to table" freshness, guests rave about the "excellent Kennett Square mushroom soup" and "superb service." It's ideal for special occasions, boasting a "quirky decor" and accommodating staff.
5,614 Reviews
  1. Samantha VIP

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! Amazing service! Highly recommend!!!

    Is this helpful?

  2. Jean

    Philadelphia County11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Seafood Boil was very salty. Desert was ordinary. All overpriced.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Meredith

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and so was the service! I loved all the different unique rooms in the university city location! A great experience! 

    Is this helpful?

  4. Alex VIP

    Miami - Dade17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy our time at White Dog. It is a staple among our team. Food is excellent, ambience and vibe are great and service is superb.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Anita

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious. No wait. Variety to choose from. Staff were VERY friendly and attentive. No water glass ran dry!

    Is this helpful?

  6. nancy VIP

    Philadelphia County29 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
     we sat outside on a beautiful evening. Our server said she’d be right back with Water and we never saw her again. Despite me going inside and asking about our server, the hosts working did nothing. We finally flagged down a different server who was wonderful and took our order and apologized and was able to deliver our food. Eventually, the original server came out and apologized and said she was called down to the office to talk to her management And thought the managers upstairs would fill in. Who takes servers off the floor during peak serving time and leaves customers waiting? Very disappointing.  food was ok.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Lynne

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Kennett Square mushroom soup was absolutely delicious. I ordered the soup/sandwich combo and as much as I enjoyed the open face tuna sandwich, I wished I had only ordered the soup! My friend also loved the soup. This isn’t the first time I have had it. But I haven’t had it for awhile and I had forgotten how wonderful it is!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Shelly VIP

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My out-of-town guests couldn't stopping raving about our brunch!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Morghan

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite place to dine for any special occasion in all of Philadelphia. The white dog has been tried & true for more than 20 years in my world. I have never been anything but thrilled by the service, the food, the beverage list or the ambiance. Last night, they accommodated our large group fabulously & made an impression for each member of our group that left the room declaring that everyone had a new favorite restaurant. Thank you, White Dog, for remaining a standout example of excellence in the saturated Philly dining scene.

    Is this helpful?

  10. JOHN

    New Jersey10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The White Dog is always fun and delicious. We have been going there for years and we ALWAYS love the place. Kevin, our server, was so welcoming and efficient. Everything was perfect. Highly recommend it.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

White Dog Cafe - University City offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 386-9224.

White Dog Cafe - University City is rated 4.6 stars by 5614 OpenTable diners.

White Dog Cafe - University City 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.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Philadelphia County
  4. Philadelphia
  5. University City

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for White Dog Cafe - University City

3420 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Additional information

  • Cross street
    On Sansom Street between 34th and 36th Street
  • Neighborhood
    University City
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sat 9:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered Street Parking is available surrounding the restaurant. Penn garage is available on 34th Street and Ludlow.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Albert Alvarado
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
Gift card

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • Restaurant Resources
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo