Philadelphia, PA
Best Bars (Nightlife)
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Bourbon Blue & Canal Lounge |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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2 Rector St, Philadelphia 19127 • 215-508-3360
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MANAYUNK. A truly stylish place to catch a game on the tube, Canal's suave atmosphere includes a house DJ, cool music, weathered rock walls, eight TVs and an eight-foot projection screen TV. On the restaurant side of things (downstairs), Bourbon's kitchen delivers New American fare, and many dishes bare a splash or two of Big easy influence. |
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Friday Saturday Sunday |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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261 S 21st St, Philadelphia 19103 • 215-546-4232
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CENTER CITY. Billed as the "restaurant that loves you every night," Friday Saturday Sunday began as a dare amongst friends in the late 1970s and has been key part of the Philly restaurant scene ever since. Patrons adore the modest prices and rustic, romantic charm of the place almost as much as they do the traditional American eats. And if you're on you own for the night, there's no friendlier place to sadle up solo than their upstairs bar. All bottles of wine are listed at just $10 over cost. |
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L'Etage |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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624 S 6th St above Beau Monde, Philadelphia 19147 • 215-592-0656
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SOUTH STREET. Upstairs from Beau Monde, L'Etage is a haven for South Street artists and hipsters who are too cool to while away their nights fighting the crowds in the area's more high-profile bars and clubs. A definite Euro sensibility engulfs this loungey gathering spot, and the clientele is regularly treated to great lounge, retro and house music. As to food and drink, L'Etage keeps Yuengling and Hoegaarden on tap, and the kitchen hits the mark with numbers like mussels and steak au poivre. |
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Loie Bistro & Bar |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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128 S 19th St Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia 19107 • 215-568-0808
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CENTER CITY. Perfect for an intimate tête-à-tête, this suave French bistro-bar in Rittenhouse Square also impresses palates with offerings like pan-seared rainbow trout with fingerling potatoes, coq au vin and confit duck quarter with mustard-braised cabbage. Later in the evening, things become even more relaxed, as patrons loosen their collars, order their favorite drinks and take in the scene while DJs spin the night's music. Outside seating is available when the weather permits. |
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Marmont Steakhouse & Bar |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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222 Market St, Philadelphia 19106 • 215-923-1100
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OLD CITY. A post-workday haven for stylishly-clad young professionals, the bar area at Marmont stays busy well up to closing time, as patrons tend to meander over from the restaurant side for a drink or three after downing a 12-oz. NY strip, porterhouse pork chop or rack of lamb for dinner. The scene at the bar is cool to be sure thanks to a sleek design that utilizes sharp geometry, earthy tones and pendant lighting. The bar staff, meanwhile, has done its part to generate buzz, offering up creative concoctions like the Barcelona (Red Fuel and champagne) and the Poundcake (Stoli Vanil and vanilla schnapps). |
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Mexican Post |
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1601 Cherry St, Philadelphia 19102 • 215-568-2667
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CENTER CITY. For potent margaritas and awesome south of border eats in the Center City area, this homegrown outpost is tough to beat! |
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National Mechanics |
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22 S 3rd St, Philadelphia 19106 • 215-701-4883
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OLD CITY. Housed in one of Philly's most historic buildings (and one that lends the bar-restaurant its name), National Mechanics boasts one of the city's most evocative interiors, from the old school brick walls and hardwood floors to the homemade light fixtures and pressed-tin ceiling. At the beautiful hand-modeled bar, you can squeeze between artists and artisans to order your favorite imported draft or cocktail. If a bite or two is called for, be sure to check out the menu, which features tasty bites like Frito pie, corn dogs and grilled cheese sandwiches with tomato soup. NB Word has it the bathrooms alone are worth the visit – but then, who goes to a bar for the bathroom? |
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North 3rd Bar & Restaurant |
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801 N 3rd St, Philadelphia 19123 • 215-413-3666
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NORTHERN LIBERTIES. This cozy corner watering hole, located at 3rd and Brown, has emerged as a true haven for the more sophisticated palates that live and play in the Northern Liberties. Works by local artists adorn the place's exposed bricks walls, and the selection of poisons is as diverse as any place in town (from Rothbury Estate Shiraz to minty Mojito Martinis). Adding to the spot's wide appeal is a calendar of events that slates weekly Indy film screenings. As for eats, try your hand at their tasty potato pierogies, gazpacho or steamed mussels. Weekend brunch at North 3rd – a lineup that includes challah French toast, breakfast quesadilla eggs and arugula and beet salad – is also a must. |
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Royal Tavern |
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937 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia 19147 • 215-389-6694
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SOUTH PHILLY. If you're searching for the best jukebox in town, look no further than Passyunk Avenue's Royal Tavern. Here, the music selection is a point of pride – And, since it includes everything from 80s power ballads to the White Stripes, why shouldn't it be? However, the awesome tunes are just one component of this neighborhood dive's appeal. Other popular draws include the tasty pub fare and a beer selection that counts Yeungling and Stella Artois among its on-tap offerings. |
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Woody's Bar & Nightclub |
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202 S 13th St, Philadelphia 19107 • 215-545-1893
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CENTER CITY. Versatile Woody's occupies two levels, offering its primarily gay clientele a wide range of diversions. On the first floor, there's the swanky Manhattan Lounge (actually the original Woody's bar), the casual Pub Room, and Woody's Coffee Bar, a comfortable little spot that overlooks the street and serves terrific cappuccinos and panini. Upstairs is another bar, an area for film screenings and, of course, the disco. Things in the disco don't get going until late, but once they do you can count on great music (everything from country to cutting edge house) and even better scenery. |
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