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| name = The Dandelion<br />
| cuisine = British gastropub<br />
| address = 124 S 18th Street<br />
| neighborhood = Rittenhouse Square<br />
| phone = (215) 558-2500<br />
| website = https://thedandelionpub.com<br />
| price_range = $$$<br />
| hours = Mon-Sun 11:30am-late<br />
| chef = Stephen Starr Restaurants<br />
| established = 2010<br />
}}<br />
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'''The Dandelion''' is a British-style gastropub at 124 S 18th Street in [[Rittenhouse Square]], Philadelphia. Part of Stephen Starr's restaurant group, The Dandelion recreates the atmosphere of a traditional English pub while serving elevated British and gastropub fare.<ref name="dandelion">{{cite web |url=https://www.starr-restaurants.com/dandelion |title=The Dandelion |publisher=Starr Restaurants |access-date=December 23, 2025}}</ref><br />
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== History ==<br />
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Stephen Starr opened The Dandelion in 2010, inspired by the gastropub movement in England. The two-story space was designed to evoke a traditional British pub, complete with antique furnishings, a working fireplace, and a garden-level terrace. The name refers to an English folk song.<br />
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== The Food ==<br />
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=== British Classics ===<br />
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* '''Fish and chips''' — Beer-battered with mushy peas<br />
* '''Bangers and mash''' — English sausages with mash and onion gravy<br />
* '''Shepherd's pie''' — Traditional lamb preparation<br />
* '''Scotch egg''' — Soft-boiled egg wrapped in sausage<br />
* '''Ploughman's lunch''' — Cheese, charcuterie, pickles, bread<br />
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=== Gastropub Dishes ===<br />
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* Seasonal appetizers and starters<br />
* Elevated pub fare<br />
* Quality meats and fish<br />
* Vegetarian options<br />
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=== Sunday Roast ===<br />
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A British tradition served on Sundays:<br />
* Roast beef, chicken, or pork<br />
* Yorkshire pudding<br />
* Roasted vegetables<br />
* Gravy<br />
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== The Bar ==<br />
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=== British Ales ===<br />
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* Extensive selection of English ales<br />
* Rotating draft list<br />
* Cask ales when available<br />
* British ciders<br />
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=== Cocktails ===<br />
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* Classic British cocktails<br />
* Gin-focused menu<br />
* Seasonal specialties<br />
* Full bar<br />
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=== Afternoon Tea ===<br />
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British tea service available:<br />
* Finger sandwiches<br />
* Scones with clotted cream<br />
* Pastries<br />
* Selection of teas<br />
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== The Space ==<br />
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The Dandelion occupies a multi-level Rittenhouse townhouse:<br />
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* '''Ground floor*** — Main pub area with bar<br />
* '''First floor''' — Additional dining, private rooms<br />
* '''Garden level*** — Terrace seating in season<br />
* '''Fireplace''' — Working fireplace in winter<br />
* '''Antiques*** — English antique furnishings throughout<br />
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== Reservations ==<br />
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* Walk-ins welcome for bar and pub seating<br />
* Reservations recommended for dining, especially weekends<br />
* Sunday roast often books up<br />
* Afternoon tea by reservation<br />
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== Getting There ==<br />
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* '''Address''' — 124 S 18th Street<br />
* '''Location''' — One block from Rittenhouse Square<br />
* '''SEPTA*** — 19th Street (trolley), Walnut-Locust (BSL)<br />
* '''Parking''' — Street and garage parking<br />
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== Frequently Asked Questions ==<br />
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{{FAQ<br />
|q1=Is The Dandelion a real British pub?<br />
|a1=The Dandelion is an American restaurant designed to evoke a traditional British pub, complete with antique furnishings imported from England, working fireplaces, and authentic pub atmosphere. While it's not in England, it offers a convincing gastropub experience.<br />
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|q2=What's the best thing to order at The Dandelion?<br />
|a2=The fish and chips and Scotch egg are classics. The Sunday roast is popular for a traditional British experience. For a lighter visit, the bar offers excellent British ales and the ploughman's lunch. Afternoon tea is available for a quintessentially British treat.<br />
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|q3=Does The Dandelion do afternoon tea?<br />
|a3=Yes, The Dandelion offers British-style afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, pastries, and a selection of teas. Reservations are recommended, especially for weekend tea service.<br />
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|q4=Is The Dandelion part of Stephen Starr's restaurants?<br />
|a4=Yes, The Dandelion is part of Starr Restaurants, Stephen Starr's Philadelphia-based restaurant group. Starr also owns Barclay Prime, Buddakan, Pod, and numerous other acclaimed restaurants.<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
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* [[Rittenhouse Square]]<br />
* [[Stephen Starr]]<br />
* [[Barclay Prime]]<br />
* [[Pubs in Philadelphia]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
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* [https://thedandelionpub.com Official Website]<br />
* [https://www.starr-restaurants.com Starr Restaurants]<br />
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[[Category:Rittenhouse Square]]<br />
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