Reservations
Q: Reservation Information
Please note: we typically fill in under 1 min for the month, as we have only 28 seats and have received national recognition.
Important to know, not all logging on will be able to book at 12pm due to very high demand and limited available reservations. We are aware that this happens. Unfortunately, it is due to supply and demand.
If you are unable to book, there is a notify option on OpenTable for cancellations. Try it, people cancel all the time.
Our walk in only lunch service is an excellent opportunity to join us. Please note, we always offer dishes from the dinner menu as additions every day.
Please try our sister restaurant Sao, 1710 East Passyunk Ave. reservations are released the same day and time as Mawn. We do have limited available walk in space there, which we do not have at mawn.
Q: Can I make reservations for a large party?
Yes, we can accommodate parties of up to 7 people with our $75 prix-fixe menu. These reservations can be booked
directly on OpenTable. Due to our small space, we cannot accommodate parties larger than 7 people.
Q: When are reservations released?
Q: Is all availability shown online?
All availability is listed on Tock or OpenTable (when available). If you do not see a reservation, it means we are fully
booked. You can opt to be notified of any openings.
Q: Do you take walk-ins?
We do not hold tables for walk-ins, as all tables are reserved. However, we will accommodate walk-ins if space is
available. For lunch, we are walk-in only, Thursday-Saturday from 11 am to 2:30 pm.
Gift Cards
Q: About Mawn
Mawn and Chef Phila Lorn have received national recognition since opening in 2023.
Most recently as a 2025 James Beard award winner for Emerging Chef, Food and Wine, Best New Chef class of 2025 and one of NY Times 50 best restaurants in America. As a 28 seat BYOB, Mawn has long been one of the hardest reservations to get in the City of Philadelphia.
Q: About Gift Card Purchases
Gift Cards are available for purchase through our website only and are not limited to dinner service, which does require a reservation. It is important to know when purchasing a gift card, that we cannot guarantee a dinner reservation. We offer Walk in only lunch service Thursday Saturday 11am-2:30pm, with the last seating being 2:15pm. We always offer dishes from our dinner menu daily as additions which allowmore guests an opportunity to experience more options.
We also strongly encourage guests to use the NOTIFY option on the OpenTable app to be alerted when people cancel. Cancellations occur daily throughout the 2 live months. Many are successful in securing reservations by using this feature.
Q: Important to Know
Gift Cards can be used at Mawn only, are Non-refundable and will not expire.
Dietary Restrictions
Q: Can Mawn accommodate allergies?
Mawn can accommodate most allergies; however, please note that we are a small restaurant with a small kitchen,
so we cannot guarantee airborne cross-contamination or the use of designated pans for specific allergens.
Q: Does Mawn use shellfish, nuts, or gluten in the menu?
Yes, our menu is shellfish-heavy, and some dishes include nuts and peanuts. Many of our dishes are naturally
gluten-free, and we can guide you when you arrive. For specific gluten-free options, we offer the Beef Noodle Soup,
Mawn Noodle Soup, and Yellow Curry, which are all gluten-free. Please note that our fryer is not gluten-free.
Q: What dishes are vegetarian/ Vegan?
Vegetarian dishes include, yellow curry noodle soup with Tofu, night market noodles with tofu, Burmese melon salad, garlicky cabbage (modified)
Vegan dishes Include,
Yellow curry noodle soup with tofu, Burmese melon salad and Garlicky cabbage (modified)
Dining Policies
Q: What should I know about dining at Mawn?
Mawn is a small restaurant with tables close together. We cannot increase table sizes (e.g., adding a third guest to
a reservation for two or a fourth guest to a reservation for three). Babies are counted as additional guests. If you are
bringing a baby, please let us know in advance so we can confirm if accommodations are possible.
Q: Does Mawn provide high chairs?
Yes, we have high chairs, but we require advance notice to ensure availability.
Q: How long is the dining experience?
Reservations are booked for a 1 hour and 30-minute experience for parties of 2 and 2 hours for parties of 3 to 5.
Q: What happens if I’m late for my reservation?
Please email info@mawnphilly.com or DM us on Instagram @mawnphilly if you’re running late. We can hold your
table for up to 15 minutes past your reservation time. However, late arrivals may affect your total dining time.
Q: Do we offer take out?
Parking and BYOB
Q: Is parking available near Mawn?
Parking can be challenging. We recommend giving yourself enough time to find parking or using rideshare services
like Uber for convenience.
Q: Is Mawn BYOB?
Yes, Mawn is BYOB. There are several shops nearby where you can pick up wine or beer.
Contacting Mawn
Q: How can I contact Mawn?
Mawn does not have a phone. Please email us at info@mawnphilly.com or DM us on Instagram @mawnphilly. We
will respond as quickly as possible. If you reach out Sunday-Tuesday, we will respond on Wednesday unless it is
urgent.
Please include a call-back number to ensure we can reach you.
Q: Stay Updated on Instagram
For updates, up-to-date information, closings, hours, and special promotions, follow us on Instagram @mawnphilly.