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At Marathon we provide the neighborhood with the highest quality locally-sourced fresh food at an excellent value.

As a family owned and operated restaurant, we take pride in the comfort food that we serve. We are a restaurant model crafted upon a philosophy our management team takes pride in — a philosophy founded upon warm and personable hospitality, while at the same time, introducing guests to our city’s local purveyors. Marathon Grill opened 38 years ago to serve the neighborhood, not only as a place to dine and drink, but also to offer the farm-fresh lifestyle.

Come join us for a complete feel-good dining experience that brings people together through great food and artistic spaces!

Our Catering services are tailored to your needs. We are committed to making your experience seamless from beginning to end, allowing you to focus on the other demands of life.

16th + Sansom

Location:
121 S 16th St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Hours:
Mon – Thu: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fri: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Pick-up + delivery:
(215) 569-3278

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19th + Spruce
Marathon on the Square

Location:
1839 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Hours:
Mon – Fri: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sat + Sun: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Pick-up + delivery:
(215) 731-0800

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Marathon serves thoughtful, wholesome, and affordable food. Our food is made from scratch every day. We use cage-free eggs, as well as source the finest and freshest ingredients available.

We love food, but more importantly we create the food that people love to eat. We set out each day to provide our guests with a complete feel-good dining experience. We serve well-made American classics, and strive to source the freshest food locally available to us. We offer warm and personal hospitality rooted in a real concern for our guests’ experience and we believe that everyone should be able to afford delicious food. We bring people together through food, personal connections and artistic spaces. What drives us is the knowledge that today we are all on the go. At Marathon
we understand this, and make it possible to have a truly satisfying dining experience.

Special thanks to all independent farmers and vendors in our area who make it possible for us to provide fresh local food for our neighborhood! 

We promise you will enjoy your meal!

Marathon Lunch

Download Lunch Menu Fall Winter 2024 (PDF)

SOUPS

SALLY’S CHICKEN MATZOH BALL 9.5
best of philly

CHICKEN NOODLE 7 / 8

VEGETARIAN CHILI 8.5 / 9.5
sour cream, cheddar jack, cilantro
[vegetarian] [gluten-free]

SEASONAL 7.5 / 8.5
sour cream
[vegetarian]

SOUP OF THE DAY 7.5 / 8.5

STARTERS

CRISPY CALAMARI 14
jalapeño, cilantro, spicy aioli

HUMMUS PLATE 13.5
pita, feta cheese, kalamata olives, pickled vegetables
[vegetarian]

ELIJAH’S BAKED MAC & CHEESE 13
herbs, panko bread crumbs
[vegetarian]

CHICKEN FINGERS 13
w. whole grain honey mustard

PAN-SEARED POTATO CHEESE PIEROGIES 14
caramelized onions,
lemon chive sour cream
[vegetarian]

GRILLED CHICKEN MARGHERITA FLATBREAD 13
marinara, fresh mozzarella, basil oil, arugula, parmigiano-reggiano

SALADS

GRILLED CHICKEN COBB 17
crisp greens, avocado, blue cheese crumbles, tomato, bacon,
hard-boiled egg, blue cheese dressing

MOROCCAN SALMON SALAD 19
crisp greens, marinated couscous, cucumber, cranberries, pumpkin seeds,
almonds, lemon vinaigrette

CRISPY CHICKEN & SESAME SALAD 17
field greens, napa cabbage, cucumber, carrot, radish, edamame,
sesame seeds, crispy wontons, almonds, citrus sesame vinaigrette

GREEK SALAD 15
cucumber, feta, tomato, shaved red onion, kalamata olives,
over crisp greens, lemon vinaigrette
[vegetarian] [gluten-free]
add chicken 4.5
add shrimp 7.5

MARATHON CLASSIC CAESAR 15.5
[vegetarian]
add blackened chicken 4.5
add shrimp 7.5
add salmon 7.5
add calamari 5.5

BLACKENED SHRIMP ARUGULA SALAD 19
avocado, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, red onion,
shaved parmesan, lemon vinaigrette
[gluten-free]

CHOPPED MARATHON SALAD 17
romaine, roasted turkey, black forest ham, bacon, provolone,
egg, cucumber, tomato, shaved parmesan, thousand island dressing
[gluten-free]

CONTROL FREAK SALAD

choose from sections below starting at 14.5

GREENS
choose one
crisp greens
baby spinach
romaine hearts
field greens
arugula

TOPPINGS
three included / extras .75 each
carrot
corn
mushroom
couscous
cucumber
radish
garbanzo beans
grilled red onion
shaved red onion
tomato
oven-dried tomatoes
grilled zucchini
hard-boiled egg
almonds
kalamata olives
applewood bacon
dried cranberries

CHEESES
one included / extras .75 each
bleu cheese crumbles
goat cheese
greek feta
grated parmesan
cheddar jack
fresh mozzarella

HEARTY EXTRAS
that’s the best part!
herb-marinated chicken 4.5
blackened chicken 4.5
crispy chicken 7
crispy calamari 5.5
grilled salmon 7.5
grilled shrimp 6.5
salmon cake 7
house-roasted turkey 5.5
tuna salad 5
chicken salad 6
hummus 5
avocado 4

DRESSINGS
choose one
thousand island
balsamic vinaigrette
lemon vinaigrette
blue cheese
caesar
citrus sesame
thousand island

FREEBIES
free free free
crispy wontons
parmesan croutons
mint+parsley+basil
sesame seeds
pumpkin seeds

SANDWICHES

served with hand-cut fries or caesar salad


MARATHON BURGER 18.5
custom blend of sirloin, short rib, and chuck vermont cheddar,
caramelized onions, applewood smoked bacon, marathon bbq sauce,
lettuce, tomato, country bun

18hr BRISKET PRESS 18
caramelized onions, provolone cheese, horseradish dijon,
on ciabatta w.coleslaw

SHERYL’S SALMON BURGER 18
swiss, spinach, remoulade, tomato, country bun

TURKEY & GRAIN BURGER 17
applewood smoked bacon, cheddar,
apple slaw, apple mostarda, on country bun

GRILLED HAM & CHEESE 16
sharp cheddar, honey mustard,
on sourdough

BLACKENED CHICKEN PRESS 17
provolone, pickles, oven-dried tomatoes, rosemary aioli, lettuce, ciabatta

TURKEY CLUB 17
house-roasted turkey, swiss, bacon, basil aioli,
lettuce, tomato, toasted sourdough

CRISPY BUFFALO CHICKEN SANDWICH 17
frank’s redhot®, blue cheese carrot celery slaw, ciabatta

ALBACORE TUNA SALAD WRAP 15.5
provolone, lettuce, tomato

ROASTED CHICKEN SALAD WRAP 15.5
provolone, avocado, lettuce, tomato

PHILLY CHEESESTEAK 16
provolone, caramelized onions, roasted peppers

PLATES

HERB-MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN 22
boneless chicken breast, mashed potatoes, corn fricassée, basil oil
[gluten-free]

GRILLED SALMON 25.5
whole grain honey mustard, mashed potatoes, asparagus
[gluten-free]

GRILLED SOY GINGER SALMON 25.5
roasted vegetables, warm couscous

VEGETABLE CAPELLINI 18
spinach, cremini mushrooms, tomato, asparagus, parmigiano-reggiano,
fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil
[vegetarian]
add herb marinated chicken 4.5
add grilled shrimp 7.5

CRISPY CHICKEN PARM 23.5
marinara, mozzarella, parmigiano-reggiano,
fresh basil chiffonade, over capellini pasta

BLACKENED CHICKEN QUESADILLA 18
cheddar jack, caramelized onions, roasted peppers, corn, flour tortillas,
w. sour cream and fire-roasted salsa

HOT ROASTED TURKEY PLATE 20.5
house-roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, broccoli,
cranberry compote, turkey gravy

BLACKENED CHICKEN TORTELLINI 21.5
blush sauce, roasted peppers, spinach, parmigiano-reggiano

JAMBALAYA 22
andouille sausage, chicken, shrimp, over basmati rice

SHRIMP TACOS 20
blackened shrimp, salsa verde, pico de gallo, fresh avocado, cilantro

BREAKFAST ALL DAY

all eggs cage-free

OMELETTE & SALAD 17
cage-free eggs, bacon, tomato, mozzarella
w. field greens salad, balsamic vinaigrette, whole wheat toast

VEGGIE BREAKFAST WRAP 16
scrambled eggs, cheddar jack, caramelized onions, roasted peppers,
green peppers, chopped tomatoes, mushroom, spinach
[vegetarian]

PANCAKES & BACON 18
add banana 1.
add chocolate chip cookie dough 1.

SIDES

8 each

HAND-CUT FRIES 

SWEET POTATO FRIES 

MASHED POTATOES w. gravy 

COUSCOUS 

BROCCOLI 

SPINACH

ASPARAGUS

FRUIT SALAD

ALL NATURAL SMOOTHIES

made with low fat frozen yogurt 8.5

GREEN MONSTER
spinach, organic apple juice, banana

ORANGE DREAM
fresh oj, banana

PB&B
natural creamy peanut butter, banana, honey

STRAWBERRY MANGO
non-fat milk, banana, sliced almonds

MIXED BERRY & HONEY
strawberry, blueberry, honey

MOCHA ESPRESSO
shot of espresso, chocolate sauce

SHAKES ETC.

JUST A SHAKE
vanilla, chocolate, or b&w 6

STRAWBERRY & CREAM
vanilla, fresh strawberry purée 6.5

ROOT BEER FLOAT
a&w® root beer with vanilla ice cream 6.5

COOKIES & CREAM
oreos, vanilla 6.5

BEVERAGES

CHESTNUT HILL COFFEE 3

CAPPUCCINO 6

LATTE 6

MIGHTY LEAF TEA 4

FRESH-BREWED ICED TEA 3.5

FRESH-SQUEEZED ORANGE JUICE 5

PELLEGRINO 4.5

FOUNTAIN SODAS 4

Marathon Dinner

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SOUPS

SALLY’S CHICKEN MATZOH BALL 9.5 
best of philly

CHICKEN NOODLE  7 / 8

VEGETARIAN CHILI  8.5 / 9.5
sour cream, cheddar jack, cilantro
[vegetarian] [gluten-free]

SEASONAL 7.5 / 8.5
[vegetarian]

SOUP OF THE DAY  7.5 / 8.5

STARTERS

CRISPY CALAMARI 14
jalapeño, cilantro, spicy aioli

HUMMUS PLATE 13.5
pita, feta cheese, kalamata olives, pickled vegetables
[vegetarian]

ELIJAH’S BAKED MAC & CHEESE 13
herbs, panko bread crumbs
[vegetarian]

CHICKEN FINGERS 13
w. whole grain honey mustard

PAN-SEARED POTATO CHEESE PIEROGIES 14
caramelized onions, lemon chive sour cream
[vegetarian]

GRILLED CHICKEN MARGHERITA FLATBREAD 13
marinara, fresh mozzarella, basil oil, arugula, parmigiano-reggiano

SANDWICHES

served with hand-cut fries or caesar salad

MARATHON BURGER 18.5
custom blend of sirloin, short rib, and chuck, vermont cheddar, caramelized onions, applewood smoked bacon, marathon bbq sauce, lettuce, tomato, country bun

SHERYL’S SALMON BURGER 18
swiss, spinach, remoulade, tomato, country bun

TURKEY & GRAIN BURGER 17
applewood smoked bacon, cheddar, apple slaw, apple mostarda, on country bun

PHILLY CHEESESTEAK 16
provolone, caramelized onions, roasted peppers

BLACKENED CHICKEN PRESS 17
provolone, pickles, oven-dried tomatoes, rosemary aioli, lettuce, on ciabatta

TURKEY CLUB 17
house-roasted turkey, swiss, bacon, basil aioli, lettuce, tomato, toasted sourdough

CRISPY BUFFALO CHICKEN SANDWICH 17
frank’s redhot®, blue cheese carrot celery slaw, ciabatta

ALBACORE TUNA SALAD WRAP 15.5
provolone, lettuce, tomato

ROASTED CHICKEN SALAD WRAP 15.5
provolone, avocado, lettuce, tomato

BREAKFAST ALL DAY

all eggs cage-free

OMELETTE & SALAD 17
cage-free eggs, bacon, tomato, mozzarella w. field greens salad, balsamic vinaigrette, whole wheat toast

VEGGIE BREAKFAST WRAP 16
scrambled eggs, cheddar jack, caramelized onions, roasted peppers, green peppers, chopped tomatoes, mushroom, spinach

PANCAKES & BACON 18
add banana 1 | add chocolate chip cookie dough 1

SIDES

8 each

HAND-CUT FRIES

SWEET POTATO FRIES

MASHED POTATOES

COUSCOUS

BROCCOLI

SPINACH

ASPARAGUS

SALADS


GRILLED CHICKEN COBB 17
crisp greens, avocado, blue cheese crumbles, tomato, bacon, hard-boiled egg, blue cheese dressing

MOROCCAN SALMON SALAD 19
crisp greens, marinated couscous, cucumber, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, almonds, lemon vinaigrette

CRISPY CHICKEN & SESAME SALAD 17
field greens, napa cabbage, cucumber, carrot, radish, sesame seeds, crispy wontons, almonds, citrus sesame vinaigrette

GREEK SALAD 15
cucumber, feta, tomato, shaved red onion, kalamata olives, over crisp greens, lemon vinaigrette
[vegetarian] [gluten-free]
add chicken 4.5 | add shrimp 7.5

MARATHON CLASSIC CAESAR 15.5
[vegetarian]
add blackened chicken 4.5 | add shrimp 7.5 | add salmon 7.5 | add calamari 5.5

BLACKENED SHRIMP ARUGULA SALAD 19
avocado, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, red onion, shaved parmesan, lemon vinaigrette
[gluten-free]

CONTROL FREAK SALAD

choose from sections below starting at 14.5

GREENS
choose one
crisp greens
baby spinach
romaine hearts
field greens
arugula

TOPPINGS
three included / extras .75 each
grilled asparagus
carrot
corn
mushroom
couscous
cucumber
radish
garbanzo beans
grilled red onion
shaved red onion
tomato
oven-dried tomatoes
grilled zucchini
hard-boiled egg
almonds
kalamata olives
applewood bacon
dried cranberries

CHEESES
one included /. extras .75 each
bleu cheese crumbles
goat cheese
greek feta
grated parmesan
cheddar jack
fresh mozzarella

HEARTY EXTRAS
that’s the best part!
herb-marinated chicken 4.5
blackened chicken 4.5
crispy chicken 7
crispy calamari 5.5
grilled salmon 7.5
grilled shrimp 6.5
salmon cake 7
house-roasted turkey 5.5
tuna salad 5
chicken salad 6
hummus 5
avocado 4

DRESSINGS
choose one
thousand island
balsamic vinaigrette
lemon vinaigrette
lime vinaigrette
blue cheese
caesar
citrus sesame
thousand island

FREEBIES
free free free
crispy wontons
parmesan croutons
mint+parsley+basil
sesame seeds
pumpkin seeds

PLATES

GRILLED SALMON 25.5
whole grain honey mustard, mashed potatoes, asparagus
[gluten-free]

GRILLED SOY GINGER SALMON 25.5
roasted vegetables, warm couscous

POMEGRANATE BBQ BABY BACK RIBS 23.5
cole slaw, sweet potato fries

CRISPY CHICKEN PARM 23.5
marinara, mozzarella, parmigiano-reggiano, fresh basil chiffonade, over capellini pasta

SHRIMP TACOS 20
blackened shrimp, salsa verde, pico de gallo, fresh avocado, cilantro

18hr BEEF BRISKET 24
mashed potatoes, honey roasted carrots, pearl onions, crispy shallots

VEGETABLE CAPELLINI 18
spinach, cremini mushrooms, tomato, asparagus, parmigiano-reggiano, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil
[vegetarian]
add herb marinated chicken 4.5 | add grilled shrimp 7.5

BLACKENED CHICKEN QUESADILLA 18
cheddar jack, caramelized onions, roasted peppers, corn, flour tortillas, w. sour cream and fire-roasted salsa

HOT ROASTED TURKEY PLATE 20.5
house-roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, broccoli, cranberry compote, turkey gravy

SHRIMP RISOTTO 22.5
asparagus leek risotto, spinach, citrus herb vinaigrette
[gluten-free]

JAMBALAYA 22
andouille sausage, chicken, shrimp, over basmati rice

BLACKENED CHICKEN TORTELLINI 21.5
blush sauce, roasted peppers, spinach, parmigiano-reggiano

PASTA BOLOGNESE 22
hearty meat sauce with beef, veal, & pork, shaved parmigiano-reggiano, over pappardelle pasta

CHICKEN MARSALA 24
mashed potatoes, spinach

ALL NATURAL SMOOTHIES

made with low fat frozen yogurt 8.5

GREEN MONSTER
spinach, organic apple juice, banana

ORANGE DREAM
fresh oj, banana

PB&B
natural creamy peanut butter, banana, honey

STRAWBERRY MANGO
low-fat milk milk, banana, sliced almonds

MIXED BERRY & HONEY
strawberry, blueberry, honey

MOCHA ESPRESSO
shot of espresso, chocolate sauce

SHAKES ETC.

JUST A SHAKE
vanilla, chocolate, or b&w 6

STRAWBERRY & CREAM
vanilla, fresh strawberry purée 6.5

ROOT BEER FLOAT
a&w® root beer with vanilla ice cream 6.5

COOKIES & CREAM
oreos, vanilla 6.5

BEVERAGES

CHESTNUT HILL COFFEE 3

CAPPUCINO 6

LATTE 6

MIGHTY LEAF TEA 4

FRESH-BREWED ICED TEA 3.5

FRESH-SQUEEZED ORANGE JUICE 5

PELLEGRINO 4.5

FOUNTAIN SODAS 4

Marathon Weekend

Download Weekend Menu Fall Winter 2024 (PDF)

SOUPS

SALLY’S CHICKEN MATZOH BALL 9.5
best of philly

CHICKEN NOODLE 7 / 8

VEGETARIAN CHILI 8.5 / 9.5
sour cream, cheddar jack, cilantro
[vegetarian] [gluten-free]

SEASONAL 7.5 / 8.5
[vegetarian] 

SOUP OF THE DAY  7.5 / 8.5

STARTERS

CRISPY CALAMARI 14
jalapeño, cilantro, spicy aioli

HUMMUS PLATE 13.5
pita, feta cheese, kalamata olives, pickled vegetables
[vegetarian]

ELIJAH’S BAKED MAC & CHEESE 13
herbs, panko bread crumbs
[vegetarian]

CHICKEN FINGERS 13
w. whole grain honey mustard 

PAN-SEARED POTATO CHEESE PIEROGIES 14
caramelized onions, lemon chive sour cream
[vegetarian]

GRILLED CHICKEN MARGHERITA FLATBREAD 13
marinara, fresh mozzarella, basil oil, arugula, parmigiano-reggiano

SANDWICHES

served with hand-cut fries or caesar salad

MARATHON BURGER 18.5
custom blend of sirloin, short rib, and chuck, vermont cheddar, caramelized onions, applewood smoked bacon, marathon bbq sauce, lettuce, tomato, country bun

18hr BRISKET PRESS 18
caramelized onions, provolone cheese, horseradish dijon,
on ciabatta w. coleslaw

SHERYL’S SALMON BURGER 18
swiss, spinach, remoulade, tomato, country bun

TURKEY & GRAIN BURGER 17
applewood smoked bacon, cheddar, apple slaw, apple mostarda, on country bun

GRILLED HAM & CHEESE 16
sharp cheddar, honey mustard,
on sourdough

BLACKENED CHICKEN PRESS 17
provolone, pickles, oven-dried tomatoes, rosemary aioli, lettuce, ciabatta

TURKEY CLUB 17
house-roasted turkey, swiss, bacon, basil aioli, lettuce, tomato, toasted sourdough

CRISPY BUFFALO CHICKEN SANDWICH 17
frank’s redhot®, blue cheese carrot celery slaw, ciabatta

ROASTED CHICKEN SALAD WRAP 15.5
provolone, avocado, lettuce, tomato

PHILLY CHEESESTEAK 16
provolone, caramelized onions, roasted peppers

BRUNCH (11am – 3pm)

all eggs cage-free

MARATHON BREAKFAST 15 
two eggs any style, w. home fries, multigrain toast
add two pancakes 2. | add blueberry, banana, or chocolate chips 1.5


SMOKED SALMON BENEDICT 18 
smoked salmon, spinach, whole grain mustard hollandaise on english muffin w. home fries


TOFU SCRAMBLE 15
roasted tomatoes, roasted peppers, spinach, mushrooms


BUTTERMILK PANCAKES 16
add blueberry, banana, or chocolate chips 2.


EGGS BENEDICT 15 
country ham, hollandaise on english muffin w. home fries


SMOKED SALMON & BAGEL PLATTER 18.5 
cream cheese, tomato, red onion, cucumber, capers


OMELETTE & SALAD 17
cage-free eggs, bacon, tomato, mozzarella w. home fries and whole wheat toast


VEGGIE BREAKFAST WRAP 16
scrambled eggs, cheddar jack, caramelized onions, roasted peppers, green peppers, chopped tomatoes, mushroom, spinach w. home fries
[vegetarian]


AVOCADO TOAST 18
smoked salmon, guacamole, cheddar cheese, fried egg, pico de gallo, micro greens, multi grain toast

SIDES

8 each

HAND-CUT FRIES

SWEET POTATO FRIES

APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON

COUSCOUS

BROCCOLI

SPINACH

ASPARAGUS

SHORT STACK

HOME FRIES

 SALADS 

GRILLED CHICKEN COBB 17
crisp greens, avocado, blue cheese crumbles, tomato, bacon, hard-boiled egg, blue cheese dressing

MOROCCAN SALMON SALAD 19
crisp greens, marinated couscous, cucumber, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, almonds, lemon vinaigrette

CRISPY CHICKEN & SESAME SALAD 17
field greens, napa cabbage, cucumber, carrot, radish, edamame, sesame seeds, crispy wontons, almonds, citrus sesame vinaigrette

GREEK SALAD 15
cucumber, feta, tomato, shaved red onion, kalamata olives, over crisp greens, lemon vinaigrette
[vegetarian] [gluten-free]
add chicken 4.5 | add shrimp 7.5 

MARATHON CLASSIC CAESAR 15.5
[vegetarian]
add blackened chicken 4.5 | add shrimp 7.5 | add salmon 7.5 | add calamari 5.5 

BLACKENED SHRIMP ARUGULA SALAD 19
avocado, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, red onion, shaved parmesan, lemon vinaigrette

CONTROL FREAK SALAD

choose from sections below starting at 14.5

GREENS
choose one
crisp greens
baby spinach
romaine hearts
field greens
arugula

TOPPINGS
three included / extras .75 each
grilled asparagus
carrot
corn
mushroom
couscous
cucumber
radish
grilled red onion
shaved red onion
tomato
oven-dried tomatoes
grilled zucchini
hard-boiled egg
almonds
kalamata olives
applewood bacon
dried cranberries

CHEESES
one included / extras .75 each
bleu cheese crumbles
goat cheese
greek feta
grated parmesan
cheddar jack
fresh mozzarella

HEARTY EXTRAS
that’s the best part!
herb-marinated chicken 4.5
blackened chicken 4.5
crispy chicken 7
crispy calamari 5.5
grilled salmon 7.5
grilled shrimp 7.5
salmon cake 7
tofu 5.5
house-roasted turkey 5.5
tuna salad 5
chicken salad 6
hummus 4
avocado 4

DRESSINGS
choose one
thousand island
balsamic vinaigrette
lemon vinaigrette
blue cheese
caesar
citrus sesame
thousand island

FREEBIES
free free free
crispy wontons
parmesan croutons
mint+parsley+basil
sesame seeds
pumpkin seeds

 PLATES

HERB-MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN 22
boneless chicken breast, mashed potatoes, corn fricassée, basil oil
[gluten-free]

GRILLED SALMON 25.5
whole grain honey mustard, mashed potatoes, asparagus

GRILLED SOY GINGER SALMON 25.5
roasted vegetables, warm couscous

VEGETABLE CAPELLINI 18
spinach, cremini mushrooms, tomato, asparagus,v parmigiano-reggiano, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil
[vegetarian]
add herb marinated chicken 4.5 | add grilled shrimp 7.5 

CRISPY CHICKEN PARM 23.5
marinara, mozzarella, parmigiano-reggiano, fresh basil chiffonade, over capellini pasta 

BLACKENED CHICKEN QUESADILLA 18
cheddar jack, caramelized onions, roasted peppers, corn, flour tortillas, w. sour cream and fire-roasted salsa

HOT ROASTED TURKEY PLATE 20.5
house-roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, broccoli, cranberry compote, turkey gravy

BLACKENED CHICKEN TORTELLINI 21.5
blush sauce, roasted peppers, spinach, parmigiano-reggiano 

JAMBALAYA 22
andouille sausage, chicken, shrimp, over basmati rice

SHRIMP TACOS 20
blackened shrimp, salsa verde, pico de gallo, fresh avocado, cilantro

ALL NATURAL SMOOTHIES

made with probiotic and active culture low fat frozen yogurt 8.5

GREEN MONSTER
spinach, organic apple juice, banana

ORANGE DREAM
fresh oj, banana, low-fat milk

PB&B
natural creamy peanut butter, banana, honey

STRAWBERRY MANGO
coconut milk, banana, sliced almonds

MIXED BERRY & HONEY
strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, honey

MOCHA ESPRESSO
shot of espresso, chocolate sauce

SHAKES ETC.

JUST A SHAKE
vanilla, chocolate, or b&w 6

STRAWBERRY & CREAM
vanilla, fresh strawberry purée 6.5

ROOT BEER FLOAT
a&w® root beer with vanilla ice cream 6.5

COOKIES & CREAM
oreos, vanilla 6.5


BEVERAGES

CHESTNUT HILL COFFEE 3

CAPPUCCINO 4.5

LATTE 4.5

MIGHTY LEAF TEA 3

FRESH-BREWED ICED TEA 3

FRESH-SQUEEZED ORANGE JUICE 4.5

PELLEGRINO 4

FOUNTAIN SODAS 3.5

Marathon Desserts

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CHOCOLATE MOUSSE FUDGE CAKE 8.5

APPLE PIE 8.5
vanilla ice cream

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER LAYER CAKE 8.5

LEMON ICED POUND CAKE 8.
vanilla ice cream

CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE 8.5
vanilla ice cream

BROWNIE SUNDAE 7.5
vanilla ice cream

BANANA BREAD PUDDING 8.5
vanilla ice cream

RICE PUDDING 7.5
cinnamon

CAPPUCCINO 4.5

BAILEY’S BUTTERSCOTCH HOT CHOCOLATE 9.5

ESPRESSO MARTINI 14.
absolute vanilla, vodka, kalua, baileys, espresso

Marathon Kids Menu

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KIDS CHICKEN MATZOH BALL SOUP 6.5

ELIJAH’S MAC & CHEESE 5.5
add grilled chicken 3.5 | add broccoli 1.5

SIMONE’S HUMMUS PLATE 6.5
with pita

PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY 4.5
whole wheat bread, hand-cut fries or fruit salad

CRISPY CHICKEN FINGERS 7.5
all white meat chicken, w. fries or fruit salad

NOA’S CHEESE QUESADILLA 6.5
hand-cut fries or fruit salad

GRILLED CHICKEN PARM 8.5
w. marinara, mozzarella, over capellini pasta

AYA’S CAVTAPPI PASTA 6
w. marinara or bolognese sauce, parmigiano-reggiano

THANKSGIVING DINNER 8.5
free range turkey, mashed potatoes, broccoli, turkey gravy


SONIA’S CHEESE TORTELLINI 8
w. blush sauce

SILVER DOLLAR PANCAKES AND BACON 6.5
add bananas, strawberries, or chocolate chips 1

BIG KID MILKSHAKE 4
vanilla or black & white

BIG KID FRUIT SMOOTHIE 4
orange cream or mixed berry & honey

BIG KID SUNDAE 4
ice cream, hot fudge, whipped cream

Today’s Specials


Lunch Specials

TOMATO BASIL
small  5.5  |   large  6.5.

ROASTED CHICKEN POT PIE 16.5
carrots, celery, potato, parsnip, butternut squash,
celery root, peas, corn, pearl onions, w puff pastry

PAN SEARED RAINBOW TROUT 19.
roasted tomato ragu, warm couscous, grilled vegetables

QUICHE OF THE DAY 14.5
asparagus, spinach, broccoli,
w. field green salad

TURKEY CRANBERRY GRILLED CHEESE + SOUP 13.5
bacon, cranberry chutney, swiss,
arugula, on sourdough, w. seasonal soup

GREEK OMELETTE 14.
ifeta, spinach, tomato,
whole wheat toast, w. field green salad


Dinner Specials

TOMATO BASIL
small  5.5  |   large  6.5.

SPRUCE SALAD w. PESTO CHICKEN 14.5
spinach, mandarin oranges, almonds,
goat cheese, dried cranberries, citrus vinaigrette

ROASTED CHICKEN POT PIE 16.5
carrots, celery, potato, parsnip, butternut squash,
celery root, peas, corn, pearl onions, w puff pastry

PAN SEARED RAINBOW TROUT 18.
roasted tomato ragu, warm couscous, grilled vegetables

QUICHE OF THE DAY 14.5
asparagus, spinach, broccoli
w. field green salad

Marathon Catering

Built upon the foundation of family, our goal is to provide you comfort and ease with every order you place. Our talented team offers corporate and off-site catering services for business and personal events.

We are committed to making your experience simple and personal from beginning to end, allowing you to worry about the other demands of life.

Our commitment to you is:

Delicious food made fresh every day
Timely service and delivery
A personal experience through and through
Specialized menus upon request

See our full Catering menus below
Contact us with any questions at (215) 561-0500 or email us at
catering@eatmarathon.com

Catering Menus & Information

Breakfast

Marathon Catering Breakfast

Download Complete Catering Menu Fall-Winter 2024 PDF
Contact: catering@eatmarathon.com

starters
(minimum of 10 people)

seasonal fresh fruit & berries bowl 8.50

seasonal sliced fruit platter 9.95

marathon granola parfaits 7.95
low fat organic greek yogurt, homemade granola, fresh seasonal berries, honey – in choice of individual servings or family style bowls

steel-cut oats 6.75
sliced almonds, brown sugar


breakfast in a snap
(minimum of 10 people)

rise & shine 9.95
our freshly baked petite muffins, scones and artisan pastries, served with butter and fruit preserves
add bagels 2.50 ea.

morning gathering 14.95
homemade muffins, scones, artisan pastries and fresh seasonal fruit plate served with locally roasted chestnut hill coffee service
add bagels 2.50 ea.

bagel & cream cheese platter 7.95
an assortment of freshly baked bagels with flavored and plain cream cheese, sliced tomato and cucumber

sheryl’s bagel & lox platter 18.95
an assortment of freshly baked bagels with thinly sliced smoked salmon, red onions, capers, cucumbers, cream cheese, lettuce and tomato

hot breakfast
(minimum of 10 people) 


includes coffee service

breakfast sandwich 13.95
assorted eggwiches: plain, cheese, applewood smoked bacon, sausage or turkey sausage on english muffins
available as wraps by request
upgrade to bagel or croissant 1.95 ea.


good morning buffet 18.95
served with herbed home fries and seasonal fruit & berries bowl

choose from one of the following:
scrambled eggs
buttermilk pancakes
french toast
tofu scramble

add bagels 2.50 each
add bacon, sausage or turkey sausage 4.50 each
add a second entrée 7.00 each

morning drinks

freshly pressed orange juice 4.50
bottled juices 3.00
locally-roasted chestnut hill coffee 3.00
mighty leaf herbal tea 4.00

Lunch

Marathon Catering Lunch

Download Complete Catering Menu Fall-Winter 2024 PDF
Contact: catering@eatmarathon.com

marathon signature sandwich platters
(minimum of 10)


on freshly baked artisan breads, or available as wraps by request

sandwich platter only 14.95

sandwich platter with choice of side 16.95
complete meal 19.95 sandwich platter, choice of side & dessert

jay’s hand-cut turkey
gruyere cheese, roasted peppers, red leaf lettuce, honey dijon

hand-cut turkey club
swiss, bacon, red leaf lettuce, tomato, basil aioli

grilled herb chicken
sharp provolone, arugula, oven dried tomato, basil pesto

marathon original chicken salad
sharp provolone, red leaf lettuce, tomato

tuna salad
all white albacore tuna, pickles, red leaf lettuce, tomato

roast beef
goat cheese, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato

country ham
gruyere cheese, tomato, horseradish dijon

corned beef
swiss, coleslaw, thousand island

caprese
basil pesto, fresh mozzarella, tomato, roasted peppers, arugula, balsamic reduction

veggie and hummus wrap
grilled vegetables, hummus, feta, fresh herbs

control freak sandwich platter 19.95
(minimum of 10)

build your own sandwich bar, accompanied with an assortment of cheeses, toppings, a variety of breads and your choice of side & cookie sampler

choose three of the following:
hand carved roast turkey roast beef
imported baked ham corned beef
tuna salad or chicken salad
herb marinated chicken
grilled vegetables and hummus
italian cold-cuts

sides
substitute a gourmet salad below for additional 3.00 per person
add chips: sea salt, bbq, 2.50

marathon platter
cole slaw and cavatappi tuna pasta salad

caprese pasta salad
cavatappi, cherry tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, parmesan vinaigrette

classic marathon caesar
romaine, freshly baked croutons, parmesan, caesar dressing

greek salad
romaine hearts, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, lemon vinaigrette

market salad
crisp greens, tomato, cucumber, radish, mushrooms, almonds, balsamic vinaigrette

dessert
assorted cookie sampler
seasonal fresh fruit & berries bowl add 3.50
pound cake tray add 3.00
dessert sampler miniature dessert bars and brownies add 2.50

gourmet salads 15.50
(minimum of 10)

crispy sesame salad
napa cabbage, cucumber, carrot, red onion, sesame seeds, crispy wontons, almonds, citrus sesame vinaigrette

chopped cobb salad
crisp greens, avocado, tomato, bacon, hard boiled egg, blue cheese dressing

spruce salad
spinach, goat cheese, mandarin orange, dried cranberries, almonds, citrus vinaigrette

arugula salad
avocado, mushrooms red onion, cherry tomatoes, shaved parmesan lemon vinaigrette

marathon salad
crisp greens, bacon, hard-boiled egg, tomato, local mushrooms, thousand island dressing

salad additions:
grilled or crispy chicken 5.5
roasted turkey 4.5
grilled salmon 7.5
shrimp 8.5

boxed sandwich meals 16.95 
(minimum of 5)

choose any sandwich with field greens or caesar salad, apple and dessert

boxed salad meals 16.95 
(minimum of 5)

choose any side or gourmet salad, accompanied by apple and dessert

add chicken or turkey 4.50
add salmon 6.50
add shrimp 6.50

marathon classic hoagies 15.95 
(minimum of 10) 

served with provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, accompanied by individual
bags of chips and a side of signature pepper relish

italian, roasted turkey, chicken salad, tuna salad, or cheese

global feasts
(minimum of 10) 

taste of philly 25.
original philly cheesesteak or chicken cheesesteak served with peppers, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, steak fries, market salad, soft pretzels and tastykakes

south of the border (choose one option) 26.
choice of tacos or fajitas served with black bean & corn salsa, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, lettuce, accompanied by our chips and salsa basket and dessert nachos

1. build your own tacos
choose from chicken and beef tacos with hard and soft taco shells

2. build your own fajitas
choose from steak and chicken fajitas with soft tortillas

carolina bbq 23.
your choice of: pulled pork, beef, or chicken sandwiches smothered in marathon bbq sauce. served with baked beans, corn salad, napa slaw, corn bread and bananna bread pudding

italian feasts 
(minimum of 10pp)

little italy 27.
choice of vegetable, beef lasagna, or pasta bolognese served with market salad, garlic bread, and cannolis

classic italian 26.
chicken parmesan served with baked ziti, caesar salad, and cannolis

blackened chicken tortellini 24.
blush sauce, roasted peppers, spinach, parmigiano-reggiano

Beverages & Soups
Hot Entrées

Marathon Catering Hot Entrées

Download Complete Catering Menu Fall-Winter 2024 PDF
Contact: catering@eatmarathon.com

hot buffet platters 25.95
(minimum of 10)

all hot buffets include rolls and butter

choice of:
one entrée
two sides
one dessert:
assorted cookie sampler
pound cake tray
seasonal fresh fruit & berries bowl

choose your entrées:

POULTRY
herb chicken breast
chicken marsala
chicken parmesan
roasted turkey w. gravy

MEAT
18-hour brisket
bbq baby back ribs
braised beef short ribs

FISH
grilled soy ginger salmon
fish of the day

choose your sides:

grilled seasonal vegetables
sauteed spinach
steamed broccoli
couscous
mashed garlic potatoes
roasted rosemary potatoes

add entrée 15. | add side 10. | add salad 10.
ask a representative for à la carte or market pricing

Afternoon Snacks

Marathon Catering Afternoon Snacks

Download Complete Catering Menu Fall-Winter 2024 PDF
Contact: catering@eatmarathon.com

(minimum of 5pp)

philly snack attack 11.95
mini soft pretzels, tastykakes and peanut chews


sweet and salty tray 9.00


vegetable crudite plate 11.95
crisp freshly cut vegetables with dipping sauce
add spinach & artichoke dip 2.95


cheese plate 13.50
soft & hard cheeses and fresh fruit from around the world


chips n’ dip 8.95
crisp tortilla chips served w. guacamole, pico de gallo, and black bean & corn salsa

Desserts
Hors d'oeuvres

Marathon Catering Hors D’œuvres

Download Complete Catering Menu Fall-Winter 2024 PDF
Contact: catering@eatmarathon.com

hors d’œuvres
(minimum of 10)

hors d’œuvres sampler 25.00
chicken fingers, vegetable potstickers, and pigs in a blanket
served with dipping sauces


finger sandwiches and mini wraps 14.95
choose from a selection of our “signature sandwiches”


tuscan antipasti plate 15.95
fire-roasted vegetables, grilled mushrooms, olives, assorted soft and hard ripened cheeses, spicy copa, prosciutto, dipping sauce

petit hors d’œuvre package
(minimum of 10)

please inquire about our complete list of hors d’œuvres as well as customizing your package
call our catering department for pricing

VEGETARIAN

spanikopita
puff pastry triangles with spinach and feta cheese

margherita flat bread
tomato, mozzarella, basil, balsamic

bruschetta
w. fresh tomato and basil


vegetable spring rolls
w. sweet chili sauce


vegetarian quesdilla


MEAT & POULTRY


cheesesteak wontons
beef or chicken w. housemade ‘whiz’ sauce

traditional pigs in a blanket
w. mustard dipping sauce


chicken fingers
w. spicy honey mustard


SEAFOOD

miniature maryland crab cakes
w. spicy aioli


miniature salmon cakes
w. lemon aioli


bacon wrapped scallops


thai coconut shrimp w. sweet chili sauce


shrimp cocktail

Terms & Conditions

Marathon Catering Terms & Conditions


Payment is due in full upon delivery. We accept many forms of payment for your convenience including all major credit cards, corporate checks, and cash.


No cancellations or refunds will be granted after 3p.m. the day before your order is due.


Delivery charges vary according to location. Ask a sales representative for more information.


Setup is no worry. Our goal is to make it as easy on you as possible, our delivery personnel will set up everything to your standards. Need something cleaned up? Not a problem, just let us know when to be back!


Equipment is provided with every order. Disposable paper goods, flatware, and condiments are provided at no charge. In addition, if your order contains hot food or beverage, we will supply disposable containers and disposable chaffing dishes. Should your event require something a little more special, stainless steel equipment can be substituted for a small fee. Formal flatware, china, linens, and floral arrangements are available upon request.


Same day orders are available for an additional service charge of $5.


Gratuity is included in your bill; all additional gratuities are left to your discretion.

FAQs

Marathon Catering FAQs

How do I place my catering order?
We accept catering orders via phone at (215) 561-0500 and email through catering@eatmarathon.com, whichever works best for you.

What are Marathon Catering’s hours of operation?
Our catering representatives are eager to help you Monday through Friday 6am-6pm.

How far ahead do I need to place my order?
We request at least 24 hours notice for you order. Same day orders are based upon availability and incur a $5 service charge. We understand that things come up and we will do our very best to accommodate your needs. In order to supply the best quality of service, we request all same day orders be placed by 10am.

What is the minimum number of people required for placing a catering order?
In general, we require a minimum of 5 people for all orders. For weekend delivery orders, we request a minimum of $150 per order.

What is supplied with my order?
Equipment is provided with every order. Disposable paper goods, flatware, and condiments are provided at no charge. In addition, if your order contains hot food or beverage, we will supply disposable containers and disposable chaffing dishes.

Is there a delivery charge?
Delivery charges vary according to location. Ask your sales representative for more information.

What is the delivery window?
Our delivery window is our guarantee to you that we will have your order in your hands within the designated time slot. We typically arrange for a 30min window to provide our best service to you.

How do I handle payment and when is it due?
Payment is due in full upon delivery. We accept many forms of payment for your convenience including all major credit cards, corporate checks, cash, and Marathon house accounts.

Do I need to tip my delivery person?
Gratuity is included in your bill. Any additional gratuities are left to your discretion.

What if I need to cancel my order?
Cancellations will be accepted up to 24 hours in advance of your delivery window for no additional charge. Weekend orders must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Same day cancellations will be charged 50% of the order.

What if my party requires special staff?
We are always happy to provide additional staff upon request, including bartenders, servers, and chefs. Please contact a catering representative for more information.

I have special requests I need to include, can you accommodate them?
Accommodating special requests and dietary needs is never a problem. We will best be able to meet your special needs if provided 24 hours notice. Please inform your representative of any special requests you may have while placing your order.

Is it possible to order items that are not listed on the menu?
Our chefs enjoy the chance to help and love the opportunity to be creative. Tell us what you need and help us keep them on their toes.

Contact Us

Visit us at our restaurant locations
for breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch!

Call us to cater your next corporate meeting and other events!

16TH + SANSOM
121 S 16th St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Hours:
Mon – Thu: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fri: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sun: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Pick-up + delivery:
(215) 569-3278

MARATHON ON THE SQUARE
1839 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Hours:
Mon – Fri: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sat + Sun: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.


Pick-up + delivery:
(215) 731-0800

MARATHON CATERING
Contact us at:
(215) 561-0500, or
email us.

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16TH + SANSOM
121 S 16th St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Mon – Thu: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fri + Sat: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sun: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Pick-up + delivery:
(215) 569-3278

MARATHON ON THE SQUARE
1839 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Mon – Fri: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sat + Sun: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.


Pick-up + delivery:
(215) 731-0800 

MARATHON CATERING
Contact us at (215) 561-0500,
or email us at catering@eatmarathon.com

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