Philadelphia, PA
Best Lounge (Nightlife)
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700 |
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(Nightlife - Lounge) |
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700 N 2nd St, Philadelphia 19123 • 215-413-3181
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NORTHERN LIBERTIES. A long-time haunt of hipsters hailing from the Northern Liberties, versatile 700 is a bi-level nightspot that's a great place to gather for drinks after work and an even better place to dance until the lights come on. The club employs first-rate DJs who effortlessly turn each night into a terrific party scene downstairs, one that features great music and a refreshingly laid-back attitude. If you're looking to chill out some, the upstairs lounge is furnished with sofas and all kinds of comfy chairs. Best of all: There's no cover charge. |
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Bleu Martini |
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22-24 S 2nd St, Philadelphia 19106 • 215-940-7900
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OLD CITY. Strutting the streets of old city on weekend nights, fashionable, savvy young professionals bypass the neighboring joints and, without deliberation, stake their space at this cool cocktail bar. A fun variety of concoctions and a spacious contemporary interior explain the spot's appeal, and the DJ's selection of crowd pleasers playing in the background don't hurt either. Should you need to nibble, savory, Asian-inspired bites complement the bar's potions. |
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Mahogany on Walnut |
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(Nightlife - Lounge) |
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1524 Walnut St, Philadelphia 19102 • 215-732-3983
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CENTER CITY. Classic furnishings, brass fixtures and dark wood accents flank this clubby lounge, where guests congregate on roomy couches and arm chairs to smoke and sip scotch. Over ten varieties of cigars are available, or guests may bring their own favorites. Appetizers, from the smoked salmon plate to hummus and flatbread, and roast beef and turkey sandwiches satiate hungry aficionados. |
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North |
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(Nightlife - Lounge) |
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222 South St, Philadelphia 19147 • 215-238-0298
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SOUTH STREET. Cool, casual and sophisticated, this South Street lounge is one of the places Philly's young and beautiful gather for requisite posing and preening. The lounge area has intimate seating areas with ottomans and comfortable furniture, and the adjoining room features a bar, dance floor and DJ booth. And while the sexy bartenders expertly prepare drinks that are sure to captivate both the palate and the imagination – the Girl Scout, for example, blends Absolut Vanil, mocha-caramel liqueur and crème de menthe – the kitchen serves tasty late night morsels like pizzas, Panini, and a peanut butter and banana sandwich that would've made Lisa Marie's pop proud. |
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Pure |
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(Nightlife - Lounge) |
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1221 St. James St, Philadelphia 19107 • 215-735-5772
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CENTER CITY. One of the top dance clubs in the city, Pure is a multi-level venue whose main draw is its versatility. Indeed, the mostly gay clientele can choose any number of ways to spend their time here – competing in trivia contests, sipping cocktails and taking in the scene in the Pink Lounge, singing karaoke classics to the cheering masses and, of course, dancing while DJs spin everything from house to 70s disco. NB Like most top places, Pure is a private club, but membership applications are available at their Website. |
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Swann Café & Lounge |
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(Nightlife - Lounge) |
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1 Logan Sq Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia, Philadelphia 19103 • 215-963-1500
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CENTER CITY. For an elegant evening of live music and dancing, The Swann Lounge is tops. In addition, the Swann also offers a lovely Viennese dessert buffet. The range of options is staggering and includes such indulgences as chocolate raspberry fondant cake, Viennese strudel, chocolate mousse cake, pecan Marjolaine, almond Kirsch torte or strawberry Romanoff trifle. An especially impressive affair is their Sunday brunch, during which patrons enjoy live jazz by the fireside while indulging in eggs Benedict, French toast, to-order omelets and carved meats. |
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Ulana's |
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(Nightlife - Lounge) |
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205 Bainbridge St, Philadelphia 19147 • 215-922-4152
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SOUTH STREET. Ulana's, which is located just a block off South Street, is one of those surprising side-street spots that looks fairly straightforward on first glance. Many folks know it as a restaurant that serves pasta dishes by candlelight, making it a terrific neighborhood place to take your sweetheart. Once the night wears on, though, things begin to change, especially upstairs – the pulse quickens, the dance beats resonate, and the crowd that shows up does so sporting their hippest club-wear. Indeed, the late night crowd thinks of Ulana's as a lounge and dance club, one whose taste in music can range from techno to hip-hop, depending on which DJ has the reins. |
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Valanni |
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1229 Spruce St, Philadelphia 19107 • 215-790-9494
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CENTER CITY. This Center City restaurant and lounge made its debut in 2000, and in the years since has done nothing except cement its place atop the list of Philly's most attractive gathering places on or off the Avenue of the Arts. Indeed, the stylish space, which pairs exposed brick walls with cool, contemporary furniture, has become a neighborhood fixture, and many of its regulars are folks who are intimately involved with the arts. Come early in the evening and enjoy a pre-theater feast of Mediterranean and Latin-influenced tapas; stop by bar after the show, and you'll find the mixed crowd is comprised of more than a few pretty faces. |
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XIX Nineteen |
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(Nightlife - Lounge) |
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200 S Broad St Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue, Philadelphia 19102 • 215-790-1919
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CENTER CITY. Located on the 19th level of the Park Hyatt, this striking lounge is just to place to entertain a business client or raise a glass for a special occasion. A beautiful marble bar adorns the interior, and three cozy window seats give it romantic appeal. Choosing among the 19 specialty cocktails may be tough, but nothing else at this lavish spot should be. Have a seat on one of the rich brown banquettes, and sip a martini over candlelight. |
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32° Luxe Lounge |
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(Nightlife - Lounge) |
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16 S 2nd St, Philadelphia 19106 • 215-627-3132
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OLD CITY. Like its stylish sister in Atlantic City, this loungey spot caters to Philadelphia's sexy set (celebs, athletes and veritable who's who of the city's best and brightest) by offering perks like European bottle service, VIP areas, private lockers and world-class DJs. As to the attitude, the state-of-the-art sound system floods the space with über cool house, R&B and hip hop beats, and the lavish decor is punctuated by eerie, iridescent tentacles that extend down from the ceiling, two sleek bars and luxurious furnishing. In keeping with the jetsetter vibe, 32° also accepts the Euro. |
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