Marathon - 19th & Spruce

4.7 (938)

$30 and under

American

1839 Spruce St., Philadelphia, PA 19103

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Marathon - 19th & Spruce

4.7

$30 and under

American

Rittenhouse Square

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2 people

9 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Great for brunch

At Marathon, we proudly serve the neighborhood with high-quality, locally sourced fresh food at an excellent value. As a family-owned and operated restaurant, we take pride in delivering comforting, feel-good dishes alongside warm and personable hospitality. For more than 40 years, Marathon has been dedicated to connecting guests with the city’s local purveyors and farm-fresh lifestyle.

Whether you’re joining us for brunch, lunch, dinner, or drinks, our inviting atmosphere and artistic spaces are designed to bring people together through great food and memorable experiences. We also offer customized catering services tailored to your needs, with a seamless process from start to finish so you can focus on what matters most.

Come experience the comfort, community, and fresh flavors that make Marathon a neighborhood favorite.

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 transport
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
Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Offers

Catering & Events
1 - 4 people
Multiple dates available
Sun - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, 3:15 pm - 8:15 pm,Mon - Fri - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 8:15 pm,Sat - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Marathon offers fresh, made-from-scratch catering for corporate off-site and semi-private on-site events, with flexible menus, reliable service, and easy planning for any occasion. To start planning your next event please visit our website at www.eatmarathon.com or email us directly at catering@eatmarathon.com. You can always call 215-561-0500 to speak to one of our members of the catering team.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Marathon - 19th & Spruce.

4.7

(938)

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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Marathon - 19th & Spruce offers "great food with lots of good options" and "wonderful service." It's a neighborhood favorite for its "ample portions," "friendly staff," and "family-friendly atmosphere." Regulars appreciate the "great price value relationship" and "extensive menu." It's perfect for milestones, known for "delicious soups" and "wonderful smoothies."

938 Reviews

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Dodi Gold
Philadelphia County41 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Super nice server! Attentive to our need to get to theater
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Marlena
Philadelphia County6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food is delicious, the portions are very ample and the serving staff is pleasant and knowledgeable
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Frances
Caribbean10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food with lots of good options! Wait staff are always very friendly and attentive. Service is fast which we like. We always make a point to dine here every time we are in the city and are never disappointed.
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Anna Gold
New York City73 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, great service. They are always kind to everyone, especially children and elderly. It’s a family friendly spot. Their soups are delicious.
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Judith Gold
Philadelphia County56 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great price value relationship. Meaning you get more for your money. The food and service are the best.
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Gary
Baltimore / Maryland11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went for lunch,,, the food was good. Several specials on the lunch menu. Wife loved the matzo ball soap. I had a Rueben and the corned beef was lean and plentiful. Ambiance was nice. I had a reservation for 12 and thought I would not have needed one as it was empty when we arrived. Shortly later it was almost full. Fairly nice wine and beer selection.
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Judith Gold
Philadelphia County56 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always make a reservation! The restaurant is very busy. The food is always fresh and delicious. Easy to find something to eat anytime of the day.
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Rose Gold
Philadelphia County23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Marathon is one of our go-to places for celebrating milestones and special occasions with our two kids. The food is solid with plenty of variety, and the service is always friendly and accommodating. They made my son’s birthday special with a candle in dessert, and then they took it off the bill for his birthday! Truly a wonderful neighborhood spot. The kids love the thanksgiving dinner, mac ‘n cheese, and smoothies, the ribs are a hit, and the lava cake melts in your mouth. Try the specials, too!
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Victor
Indiana5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was well prepared. We would return anytime we are in Philadelphia.
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Fran Gold
Philadelphia County181 reviews
4.0
Dined on 25 September 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had a great waiter who was efficient and got our orders right. The food for the four of us arrived steaming hot.
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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 transport
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
Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

FAQs

Weekend brunch, Saturday and Sunday (11:00 am–3:00 pm), is a guest favorite at Marathon, with reviewers praising its brunch selections and calling it a divine brunch spot.

Portions at Marathon are generous, guests describe "good portions" and "huge portions, enough for 2 or 3 meals, " with many diners leaving comfortably full.

Yes, Marathon makes a lovely date-night choice: guests report memorable Valentine's dinners, attentive service, and thoughtful wine recommendations for a sophisticated evening out.

For a particularly lovely visit, go for weekend brunch at Marathon - 19th & Spruce, brunch runs Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am–3:00 pm, and guests rave about the brunch offerings and service.

Marathon often fills up, reviewers describe it as frequently very crowded and recommend reservations, with occasions like Valentine’s Day notably busy; Saturday lunch and early 5:00 pm dinners have felt quieter.

Yes, Marathon offers outdoor seating; guests report dining both inside and outside and enjoying the outdoor tables on beautiful evenings and in warm weather.

Marathon has an inviting, neighborhood-bistro feel with artistic, welcoming spaces and friendly service; expect a bustling, informal atmosphere that can be notably loud at times.

Business casual is the guide at Marathon, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear.

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Marathon - 19th & Spruce

4.7

$30 and under

American

Rittenhouse Square

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2 people

9 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 18 times today

Marathon - 19th & Spruce

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Marathon - 19th & Spruce

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