Bars, Tapas & Cocktails
Bars & Nightlife
A short list of bars and pubs that have a great selection of drinks and some selection of food. Verify on their website before you go, as the full menu may not be available during certain times.
Take the elevator the the 19th floor of this exquisite building and ask for the bar. You won't be disappointed with the view and ambiance. Let me share more about this hidden gem in Philadelphia.
29 locals recommend
XIX (Nineteen) Restaurant
200 S Broad StTake the elevator the the 19th floor of this exquisite building and ask for the bar. You won't be disappointed with the view and ambiance. Let me share more about this hidden gem in Philadelphia.
Cuban cuisine & a vast rum bar accented by Caribbean decor & late-night salsa dancing.
54 locals recommend
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar - Philadelphia
10 S 2nd StCuban cuisine & a vast rum bar accented by Caribbean decor & late-night salsa dancing.
A very "under-the-radar" bar that is a very popular spot with the locals. The drinks are expensive, but you can't beat the atmosphere. Be sure to dress nice and do NOT wear sneakers!
79 locals recommend
Hop Sing Laundromat
1029 Race StA very "under-the-radar" bar that is a very popular spot with the locals. The drinks are expensive, but you can't beat the atmosphere. Be sure to dress nice and do NOT wear sneakers!
Locals fill this casual sports bar to chat with bartenders & down American pub grub.
44 locals recommend
New Wave Cafe
784 S 3rd StLocals fill this casual sports bar to chat with bartenders & down American pub grub.
AMAZING VIEWS!!! A must see! It is a high-rise bar with a lounge overlooking the entire city where you can enjoy some nice cocktails.
55 locals recommend
R2L Restaurant
50 S 16th StAMAZING VIEWS!!! A must see! It is a high-rise bar with a lounge overlooking the entire city where you can enjoy some nice cocktails.
“The Collar” is a great place to grab a quick bite during the day, and it’s an even better place to drink and make new friends at night — thanks in part to one of the best jukeboxes in the city.
40 locals recommend
The Bishop's Collar
2349 Fairmount Ave“The Collar” is a great place to grab a quick bite during the day, and it’s an even better place to drink and make new friends at night — thanks in part to one of the best jukeboxes in the city.
Named for Ben Franklin’s famous experiment with electricity, Kite & Key has one cask, 16 taps, countless bottles and even some cans of local, domestic and foreign beers. The full bar and wine menu keeps the non-beer drinkers happy too.
37 locals recommend
Kite & Key
1836 Callowhill StNamed for Ben Franklin’s famous experiment with electricity, Kite & Key has one cask, 16 taps, countless bottles and even some cans of local, domestic and foreign beers. The full bar and wine menu keeps the non-beer drinkers happy too.
One of the largest bars in the neighborhood, Urban Saloon is a popular place to catch a game on several flat-screen TVs or enjoy a relaxing meal. On weekend nights, the scene shifts from locals’ bar to dance club, complete with a DJ.
42 locals recommend
Urban Saloon
2120 Fairmount AveOne of the largest bars in the neighborhood, Urban Saloon is a popular place to catch a game on several flat-screen TVs or enjoy a relaxing meal. On weekend nights, the scene shifts from locals’ bar to dance club, complete with a DJ.
Fine Mexican fare, potent margaritas, a lively vibe & outdoor seating make this a popular hangout.
137 locals recommend
Cantina Los Caballitos
1651 E Passyunk AveFine Mexican fare, potent margaritas, a lively vibe & outdoor seating make this a popular hangout.
Garage door-fronted cafe with locally sourced eats & an upstairs bar hosting live music at night.
14 locals recommend
MilkBoy Philadelphia
1100 Chestnut StGarage door-fronted cafe with locally sourced eats & an upstairs bar hosting live music at night.
Casual gastropub featuring craft beer & comfort food in a dimly lit, jukebox-equipped venue.
44 locals recommend
Prohibition Taproom
501 N 13th StCasual gastropub featuring craft beer & comfort food in a dimly lit, jukebox-equipped venue.
This 2-story spot spot offers Pan-Latin food, margaritas, outdoor dining & festive decor.
65 locals recommend
Mixto Restaurante
1141 Pine StThis 2-story spot spot offers Pan-Latin food, margaritas, outdoor dining & festive decor.
Extensive array of Spanish-centric small plates & wine with an outdoor patio.
42 locals recommend
Barcelona Wine Bar
1709 E Passyunk AveExtensive array of Spanish-centric small plates & wine with an outdoor patio.
Iron Chef Jose Garces puts a modern spin on tapas at this contemporary Spanish spot with warm decor.
79 locals recommend
Amada
217-219 Chestnut StIron Chef Jose Garces puts a modern spin on tapas at this contemporary Spanish spot with warm decor.