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White Dog Cafe-Haverford, Haverford, PA

White Dog Cafe-Haverford

4.6
4.6
3980 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
379 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA 19041

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 77 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood 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
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:45 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:45 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:45 pm–8:00 pm
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 3,980 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
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Western Suburbs

    Great for brunch

  • Western Suburbs

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
White Dog Cafe-Haverford delights with "imaginative seasonal menus" and "consistently good food and service." Diners praise the "outstanding lamb" and "excellent mushroom soup." The atmosphere is "charming" and "inviting," although some note occasional service delays. With "exceptional staff" and a "vibrant decor," it's a "great place for any occasion."

3,980 Reviews
  1. Rachel VIP

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely delicious. The mushroom soup was one of a kind , flavorful and perfectly prepared. The verasso salmon with the light onion crumb topping was fabulous

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  2. Patricia VIP

    San Francisco6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food wasn’t good. The last time we were here was in 2021, now I remembered why. Everything was great except for the food . We enjoyed the bread basket though, i fairness.

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  3. Rachel

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed our dining experience at this establishment. Recommended.

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  4. Lynn VIP

    Philadelphia22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always prepared perfectly, and delicious. Service also is always excellent. It is quiet and comfortable.

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  5. Helene VIP

    Philadelphia96 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful lunch with my sister. She the mushroom soup and tuna melt. I had the mushroom soup and curry chicken salad. Served perfectly as ordered. As an aside I had mentioned that it was her birthday. And our server, Michael, presented her with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a bone shaped cookie with a candle on top. Perfect!!!

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  6. James VIP

    Philadelphia44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food as always. Excellent atmosphere. Server was pleasant and helpful. The Spring Lamb London Broil was outstanding as was the Seafood Primavera and the Freebird Rotisserie Roasted Half Chicken. All tasted great and the presentation was excellent. Thank you for a wonderful meal.

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  7. Andrew

    Philadelphia20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again, the service was magnificent. The food was as always very, very good. This is one of my favorite places in the area. I am always assured of getting an excellent meal.

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  8. Marian VIP

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service from the reception staff (Max made us feel so special) to the servers . Food was exceptional and the service was fabulous.

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  9. Jim VIP

    Philadelphia11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fabulous service, great food, waiter was very attentive.

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  10. Lisa VIP

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very slow. We waited 25 minutes for a server to bring us water.

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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 3980 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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  2. United States
  3. Philadelphia County
  4. Western Suburbs
  5. Havertown

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 77 times today
Google Map for White Dog Cafe-Haverford

379 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA 19041

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lancaster Avenue and Haverford Station Road
  • Neighborhood
    Havertown
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:45 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:45 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:45 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • 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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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