South Philadelphia
A converted auto workshop is the location for this South Philly microbrewery that's one to watch. They like to experiment with their brewing here, so…
Must-see nightlife in Philadelphia
Chinatown & Center City East
In business since 1933, Franks' regulars call this bar an 'institution' with some irony, but it does have grunge style as well as housing the Off The Wall…
South Philadelphia
It feels a little disrespectful to call such a fun and fabulously decorated place a 'dive bar', but the friendly staff and patrons of Tatttooed Mom likely…
Philadelphia
On a dark corner this classed-up old dive is notable for its friendliness and craft cocktails, which can be enjoyed in a happy hour that lasts from 5pm…
Philadelphia
Hop fans crowd this mellow wood-paneled place for Belgian and American craft beers on tap – it has one of the best selections in the city. For those…
Philadelphia
Tucked in an alley, this hopping coffee spot has a warehouse theme, complete with meat-locker doors for the bathrooms. Funky miniature terrariums, murals…
Philadelphia
A wide range of craft beers from across the US are sold at this friendly all-day bar. Happy hour runs 4pm to 6pm and the beer menu includes handy tasting…
Philadelphia
Dan Faehl and Ryan Connelly are the passionate and friendly duo behind this coffee roaster and cafe. Take your pick from four daily featured coffees, all…
Philadelphia
All the stops have been pulled out for the Philadelphia gourmet-coffee giant's flagship store in a converted Fishtown warehouse. Here you'll find a self…
Chinatown & Center City East
Charlie, apparently, sinned during the building's sketchy past as a brothel. Never mind, it's a catchy name for what is now a sophisticated cocktail bar…
Philadelphia
You can get very merry working your way through the 60 beers on tap here. This, plus the outdoor terrace on two levels and decent food, make City Tap…
Chinatown & Center City East
This is one of the few places in Philly that serves sake properly (poured into an overflowing cup inside a wooden masu container). They also makes great…
Logan Square & Fairmount
Pronounced 'Hug-uh,' Hygge has a weekend brunch that can't be beat, but the real gems are its house-made Techne draft beers, which include English-style…
Philadelphia
The old Ajax Metal warehouse near the Delaware riverfront has been revamped into this impressive craft spirits operation, with a sophisticated bar and…
Philadelphia
The view, the view, the view. And did we mention the view? This upscale spot serves up the nightscape of Philly along with whatever is on the menu. Craft…
Philadelphia
The bustling atmosphere of an English country inn and great food set this gastropub apart, and the bar is open until 2am. Craft cocktails, such as the…
Philadelphia
This popular speakeasy stays on the down low with no website and no clear sign – look for the double R on the door. Inside it's all dim lights, red-and…
Philadelphia
This charming antique-style cafe dedicated to teas and infusions is practically unique in Philly. The 40-plus artisanal blends can be enjoyed by cup or…
South Philadelphia
There are several drinking and dining venues under one roof here, but they all have in common their close proximity to Philadelphia's major sports and…
Philadelphia
This classic dive with a padded linoleum bar and lots of Pabst Blue Ribbon–themed decor is named after its original owner and manager. They're long gone…
Logan Square & Fairmount
It's rare to come across a craft-beer brewery that celebrates Russian literature, but such is Crime & Punishment, where the ales are anything but hard…
Philadelphia
The Guinness Book of World Records has declared Panorama home to the largest wine preservation and dispensing system in the world (and who are we to argue…
Philadelphia
It's tempting to hang out upstairs at this buzzing restaurant and bar with its double-height ceiling and long horseshoe bar. But head downstairs to…
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Philadelphia
Take your pick from two cocktail bars at this location. At basement-level a barely-lit speakeasy pays homage to a Prohibition-era booze operation run by…
South Philadelphia
Take in a panoramic view of the city from this seasonal rooftop bar which sits atop a multilevel creative community of workspaces and artist studios…
Chinatown & Center City East
As every other bar around the Gayborhood shuts down at 2am, this dance club starts cranking up. Top DJs spin to a background of chandeliers, lasers and an…
Philadelphia
Sparring boxers are the logo for this well-regarded local coffee roaster that occupies an impressive space on the ground floor of a chic apartment…
Philadelphia
Occupying the carriage house and old stables for an early-20th-century plumbing manufacturing company, New Liberty specializes in making rye whiskey, rum…
Chinatown & Center City East
Philly's oldest gay bar is fail-safe for good night out. The original bar is supplemented by neighboring connected spaces. On the corner with Walnut St is…
Philadelphia
Silly names – Purple Monkey Dishwater (a chocolate peanut porter) and Ma! The Meatloaf (a Belgium white ale) – for serious beer is the stock in trade of…
Philadelphia
This remake of a classic Philly oyster house (formerly Bookbinders – the original sign hangs outside the building) maintains a stately, nostalgic vibe…
Philadelphia
Pronounced 'win win' this cafe-bar is run on a cooperative basis and has the feel of your coolest friend's living room. Apart from Elixir Coffee Roasters…
Philadelphia
Brewing craft beer since 1996, which makes them one of Philly's most established and accomplished microbreweries. There's usually at least nine different…
Philadelphia
The ales brewed and served at this spacious microbrewery change weekly, but you can expect plenty of IPAs as well as more adventurous styles such as a…
Philadelphia
The latest incarnation of this impressive Greek Revival building (designed by William Strickland in 1837 for the Mechanics National Bank) is as a spacious…
Chinatown & Center City East
An elegant but informal bar with an excellent menu of small plates and sandwiches (snacks $5 to $12) to pair up with its extensive list of wines.
Chinatown & Center City East
Cafe by day, cocktail bar by night, this quirky bar, just south of the Gayborhood, is a bit of a gem. Wordsmiths will love its trompe l’oeil library…
South Philadelphia
There's no excuse for not finding a beer you like at this place: their coolers are stocked with over 400 different cans, including many limited-edition…
Logan Square & Fairmount
Youths who were once part of the foster-home system in Philly are provided with work and other life skills at this appealing non-profit cafe. It serves…
Philadelphia
Dimly lit, cash-only dive bar that takes its name from the elevated tracks of the Market-Frankford Line right outside. There's a pool table as well as a…
