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Sampan - Philadelphia

Item: Sampan - Philadelphia
Author: Sharon Rigney

Cuisine: Asian, Seafood

Price Range: $$$

10Best Says

Chef Michael Schulson presents contemporary Asian-inspired small plates at Center City's Sampan. Sit back and enjoy a cup of sake in the dramatic dining room or head to Graffiti Bar, decorated by three Philly artists, located in Sampan's back patio for happy hour cocktails and snacks. Sampan is a great pick for vegetarians or those looking to a flavorful gluten-free meal. Diners here won't get a limp meal with boring flavors, either. The place slam dunks with quality choices that pack on flavor and look as delicious as they taste. They also offer house wine, sake and specialty cocktails to round out your experience.

Address:

124 South 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
2157323501

Hours:

Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 4:00pm
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm,
Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 12:00am,
Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Website:

sampanphilly.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Sharon Rigney
Philadelphia Local Expert

Asian: "Order the edamame dumplings for a taste like you've never had before."

Best for Asian Because: Sampan chef Michael Schulson specializes in turning dishes on their head and delivering up something truly unique and delicious.

Dinner Menu
- Small
  
  Edamame Dumpling
  
  Truffles, Pea Shoot, Sake Broth ($7.00)
  
  General Tso Soup Dumpling
  
  Chicken, Soy, Vinegar ($7.00)
  
  Mushroom Dumpling
  
  Panko, Citrus, Pickled Mushroom ($7.00)
  
  Shrimp & Lobster Dumpling
  
  Miso Broth, Scallion, Tofu ($7.00)
  
  Chicken Bao Bun
  
  Chili Sauce, Shallot, Basil ($7.00)
  
  Crispy Quail
  
  Kim Chee, Brussel Sprout, Sesame ($7.00)
  
  Pork Potsticker
  
  Kim Chee, Scallion, Shallot ($7.00)
  
  Cantonese Spring Roll
  
  Shrimp, Chicken, Mushroom ($7.00)
  
  Pork Bao Bun
  
  Shallot, Pork Belly, Mint ($7.00)
  
  Cheese Steak Potsticker
  
  Provolone, Shallot, Sriracha ($7.00)
  
  Tuna Rice Cracker
  
  Sesame, Nori, Soy ($7.00)
  
  Hamachi Ceviche
  
  Tempura Flake, Soy, Truffle ($7.00)
- Satay
  
  Crispy Sweet Bread
  
  Yakitori, Scallion, Banana Jam ($11.00)
  
  Kobe Beef
  
  Apricot, Soy, Mirin ($13.00)
  
  Korean BBQ Beef
  
  Short Rib, Kim Chee, Ginger ($10.00)
  
  Thai Shrimp
  
  Corn, Peanut, Chili ($10.00)
  
  Korean Fried Chicken
  
  Honey Mustard, Ko Choo Jung, Togarashi ($8.00)
- Cold & Hot
  
  Crispy Spicy Shrimp
  
  Pickled Radish, Yuzu, Chili Aioli ($14.00)
  
  Kobe Carpaccio
  
  Thai Basil, Nuoc Cham, Rice Cracker ($18.00)
  
  Crab Wonton Taco
  
  Avocado, Pickled Shallot, Cilantro ($13.00)
  
  Calamari Salad
  
  Kale, Spicy Cashew, Apple ($12.00)
  
  Charred Lamb Ribs
  
  Chili, Cumin, Curried Cauliflower ($13.00)
- Fish
  
  Kung Pao Shrimp
  
  Bok Choy, Golden Chive, Peanut ($21.00)
  
  Vietnamese Black Cod
  
  Bean Sprouts, White Rice, Chili ($22.00)
  
  Seared Scallops
  
  Charred Snap Pea, Chili, Pickled Cauliflower ($24.00)
  
  Soy Glazed Chilean Sea Bass
  
  Cauliflower Puree, Long Bean Salad ($25.00)
- Meat
  
  Orange Szechuan Chicken
  
  Broccoli, Chili, Scallion ($22.00)
  
  Pekin Duck
  
  Scallion Bun, Cucumber, Hoisin ($21.00)
  
  Vietnamese Filet
  
  Sweet Potato, Chimichurri, Bok Choy ($24.00)
  
  Braised Short Rib
  
  Pho Broth, Panko, Hoisin Noodles ($22.00)
  
  Peking Chicken
  
  Kim Chee, Scallion Bun, Black Bean Hoisin ($29.00)
- Sides
  
  Roasted Broccoli
  
  Pine Nut, White Soy, Garlic ($6.00)
  
  Crispy Brussel Sprout
  
  Fish Sauce, Puffed Rice, Chili ($6.00)
  
  Shishito Peppers
  
  Lemon, Szechuan Pepper, Spicy Aioli ($8.00)
  
  General Tso Tofu
  
  Pineapple, Cashews, Broccoli ($10.00)
  
  Duck Fried Rice
  
  Thai Basil, Chili, Carrots ($10.00)
  
  Shrimp Pad Thai
  
  Tofu, Egg, Peanut ($16.00)
  
  Kim Chee Fried Rice
  
  Shrimp, Shallot, Sunny Side Egg ($8.00)
  
  Dan Dan Noodles
  
  Pork, Sesame, Soft Egg ($12.00)
- Chef's Tasting
  
  7 Selections+Soft Serve
  
  ($45.00)
Gluten Free Menu
- Hot & Cold
  
  Crispy Spicy Shrimp
  
  Pickled Radish, Yuzu, Chili Aioli ($14.00)
  
  Calamari Salad
  
  Kale, Apple, Spicy Cashew ($12.00)
  
  Hamachi Ceviche
  
  Truffle, Lemon, Celery ($7.00)
- Meat
  
  Vietnamese Filet
  
  Sweet Potato, Bok Choy, Chimichurri ($24.00)
  
  Pekin Duck
  
  Cucumber, Scallion ($21.00)
- Fish
  
  Seared Scallops
  
  Charred Snap Pea, Chili, Pickled Cauliflower ($24.00)
- Sides
  
  Kim Chee Fried Rice
  
  Shrimp, Egg, Garlic Chip ($8.00)
  
  Roasted Broccoli
  
  Pine Nut, Garlic, Chili ($6.00)
  
  Brussel Sprout
  
  Fish Sauce, Puffed Rice, Chili ($6.00)
  
  Shrimp Pad Thai
  
  Egg, Peanut, Tofu ($16.00)
- Satay
  
  Thai BBQ Shrimp
  
  Garlic, Nuoc Cham ($10.00)
  
  Kobe Beef
  
  Apricot, Mirin ($13.00)
Vegetarian Menu
- Large
  
  Ginger Steamed Tofu
  
  Ponzu, Chili, Scallion ($10.00)
  
  Pad Thai
  
  Tofu, Egg, Peanut ($16.00)
  
  Stir Fry Noodle
  
  Lo Mein, Yu Choy, Chili ($12.00)
- Small
  
  Edamame Dumpling
  
  Truffle, Pea Shoot ($7.00)
  
  Mushroom Dumpling
  
  Panko, Citrus, Pickled Mushroom ($7.00)
- Hot & Cold
  
  Tofu Satay
  
  Yakitori, Panko, Cilantro ($6.00)
  
  Tofu Taco
  
  Avocado, Cilantro, Pickled Shallot ($6.00)
  
  Kale Salad
  
  Apple, Spicy Cashew, Ginger ($12.00)
- Sides
  
  Fried Rice
  
  Egg, Garlic Chip ($8.00)
  
  Roasted Broccoli
  
  Pine Nut, White Soy, Garlic ($6.00)
  
  Brussel Sprout
  
  Puffed Rice, Chili ($6.00)

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