Sampan - Philadelphia

Name: Sampan - Philadelphia
Address: 124 South 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19107
Telephone: (215) 732-3501
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

4029 Reviews

$31 to $50

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Sampan, an intimate new restaurant located in Center City, Philadelphia, serves a fun menu of modern Asian small plates, ideal for mixing, matching and sharing. The comfortable, inviting setting offers guests an intimate, up-close-and-personal experience with Chef Michael Schulson and the acclaimed cuisine that has made him one of the country’s most sought-after chefs.

Designed by Philadelphia’s Sparks Design and Urban Space Development, Sampan offers seating for up to 120 guests in a warm, comfortable setting. The restaurant features reclaimed timber, distressed metals and a rustic, natural aesthetic anchored by a custom-crafted, color washed painting that illuminates the room and lends a soft, glowing ambiance to the cozy space.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Asian, Pan-Asian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(215) 732-3501
Website
http://www.sampanphilly.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Michael Schulson
Catering
Hors d' oeuvres packages start at $15 per person per hour and dinner packages start at $40 per person. Open bar packages start at $25 per person for the first two hours and $7 for each additional hour should you be looking to entertain. Bar packages must be combined with either an hors d' oeuvres package or a dinner package and are not offered on their own.
Private party facilities
Sampan was designed with entertaining in mind. Two identical dining rooms flank a central bar to allow for a total of 120 guests to occupy both dining rooms or a cocktail reception in excess of 150. The outdoor Graffiti Bar can host up to 75 additional guests with the same menus offered.
Private party contact
Bridget Baran: (215) 732-3501

Location
124 South 13th Street Philadelphia, PA 19107
Neighborhood
Center City
Cross street
Walnut
Parking details
Limited street parking is available, in addition to public parking lots on Sansom Street in between 12th & 13th Streets and 13th & Broad Streets. There is also a parking garage on the corner of 13th Street, in between Chestnut Street & Market Street.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always on point
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious!
DJ
DonJuanE
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server / Amber -Did a fantastic job.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2020
overall2food2service3ambience3
It was bad! What you can get in Chinatown for less and made better, was overpriced and made me sick. Service was mediocre and not anything special. The servers there are lazy and don’t deserve the tips.
KM
KyleM
Philadelphia
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2020
overall4food5service3ambience4
Food was amazing, service was subpar
AP
AkrutiP
Philadelphia
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Quick service and amazing food. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The food was absolutely delish!
MA
MARc
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Always a good experience at Sampan!
M
Missmayak
Atlantic City
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I come here every international womens day and do the tasting menu. I love this place because ambiance, service, food and drinks are all fantastic. Top notch!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic meal and service. Will definitely go back!
A
Anon
Philadelphia
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall4food5service2ambience3
The food was great but everyone’s food was misplaced all over the table, 5 different food runners were just dropping food wherever they cook without checking to see who ordered it. People who had no been there before were not sure what the food was and if it was what they had ordered or not.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Pork bao is among the best dishes in the city.
MV
MariannaV
Philadelphia
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food was absolutely delicious, we ordered a bunch of appetizers and sides and it was so good and enough food for everyone.
PO
PatrickO
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2020
overall5food3service5ambience5
Bday dinner
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Lily
Philadelphia
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My experience at Sampan is usually excellent. My only criticism for this visit is that my kimchi fried rice was a little cold. I love my food hot especially when there’s a poached egg involved.
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9876asdfh
New England
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
great food, interesting food, good drinks. a little loud inside, but overall very good.
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OpenTable Diner
New England
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service, great with the gluten free!
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OpenTable Diner
New England
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and ambiance is amazing. Although I am not 100% convinced that was wagu beef. Very, very loud and congested seating.
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sween
Philadelphia
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great meal and great service!
g
geoffhaim
Philadelphia
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Let's start at the beginning...the hostess greeted us with a smile and seated us immediately. The server came around quickly and made a few suggestions when we told him it was our first time at Sampan. The drinks were solid great flavor and a good amount of alcohol. The appetizers were some of the best tacos I have ever had. None of the rest of the tasting menu disappointed either. Needless to say we will be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good time well spent
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food and ambiance was exactly what it’s always been and how I like it to be at Sampan. Waiter was good and attentive, but never acknowledged the special occasion noted in the reservation, which was a little disappointing, bc they have at least mentioned it before and tried to make it feel a little extra special.
JK
JulieK
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall4food3service3ambience4
I have been to Sampan a ton and every time it was awesome but for some reason this time the food was off. I had the tuna rice crackers and the tuna was very fishy and tasted like it was sitting around for a little time. I will definitely go back as it is my favorite restaurant just this one time it was not consistent.
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sundaydiner
Philadelphia
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a dinner for a group of 9 right after the Flower Show. I never expect much for large group dinners, but our server, Matt, made everything flow and provided excellent service for our evening. We opted for the tasting menu and everything was delicious. We will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was exceptional and the service was great.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food3service5ambience5
Speciality Cocktails were amazing!!! We tried all but one of them.
MG
MadiG
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always wonderful - Foodie heaven!!! Service, ambiance, food... My got to eats when in Philly - - Wish there was one in Leesburg VA :)
MM
MayaM
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
service and food great as always. Expect a 15-20 min wait to be seated with reservation.
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nomnomnom
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall4food4service1ambience5
Food And drinks were great. Server was very rude.
CW
CaitlinW
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall4food3service4ambience4
This was a positive dining experience all around. The interior of the restaurant is dramatically lit and welcoming. Chic and trendy. The tables are very close together, which means you will be friendly with the people next to you. Very friendly and knowledgeable server. We selected the tasting menu for $45 a person. It was a great choice! We feasted on the soup dumplings, pork bao, wagyu beef satay, crab wonton taco, seared duck breast, Chilean sea bass , & the pork and mushroom lo mein. We had 2 desserts, a mango/vanilla and a chocolate/raspberry soft serve. Very delicious. We also had the featured sushi Dessert.
TJ
ThomasJ
Philadelphia
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Did not disappoint will be back
C
Cooper
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Showed up before reservation for happy hour at the bar, then did chef's menu. Overall was a great experience.
SM
SusanM
Key West
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience3
Trendy oriental food joint with a goofy wooden backed, poorly constructed menu that’s hard to read. The cheesesteak bao was weak. The noodle dishes were pedestrian. The swordfish satay was outstanding.
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Nepafoodie
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food and great service. I loved how the waiters gave you a little rundown of every dish and the best way to enjoy it as it came out. I dined with a girlfriend, and we shared the general tso soup dumplings, crispy rock shrimp, Vietnamese spring rolls, short rib, and Kimchee fried rice. Everything was excellent, although I would skip the rice the next time. That was enough food for the two of us with lots of rice to take home. I will definitely be back next time I’m in town!
GB
GerryB
London
51 reviews
vip
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
We loved this place! The bartender was super and makes great drinks. Our server was terrific, very friendly and efficient. And the food was tremendous. We had the tasting menu since there were so many delicious choices, and it was well worth it! Can't wait to go back!
NB
NatalieB
New York Area
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The BEST!!! Sampans food is out of this world...get the fried rice and definitely the scallops. It’s set up a little different where you share most foods and they come out as they are ready - so don’t expect to order an app then entree for yourself. Drinks are yummy but as expected $$$.
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Tyty
New York Area
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had amazing meal and a great atmosphere. Yummy dessert
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing! We celebrated my daughters 15th birthday, we ordered the tasting menu! It really is a lot of food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always a good time always great service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Every time we’ve been here the food and drinks have been incredible. I would recommend for any and every event!
KG
KelseyG
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite places in Philly! The food is amazing, the drinks are great, and the ambiance is very nice.

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Cross street
Walnut
Neighborhood
Center City
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Cuisines
Asian, Pan-Asian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Limited street parking is available, in addition to public parking lots on Sansom Street in between 12th & 13th Streets and 13th & Broad Streets. There is also a parking garage on the corner of 13th Street, in between Chestnut Street & Market Street.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Michael Schulson
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sampanphilly.com/
Phone number
(215) 732-3501
Catering
Hors d' oeuvres packages start at $15 per person per hour and dinner packages start at $40 per person. Open bar packages start at $25 per person for the first two hours and $7 for each additional hour should you be looking to entertain. Bar packages must be combined with either an hors d' oeuvres package or a dinner package and are not offered on their own.
Private party facilities
Sampan was designed with entertaining in mind. Two identical dining rooms flank a central bar to allow for a total of 120 guests to occupy both dining rooms or a cocktail reception in excess of 150. The outdoor Graffiti Bar can host up to 75 additional guests with the same menus offered.
Private party contact
Bridget Baran: (215) 732-3501

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