Next of Kin is a special vibe. It's got the energy of a neighborhood dive with the aesthetic and…read moremixology prowess of a swanky cocktail haven. It is intimate, friendly, down-to-earth, and totally unique. I don't visit Philly as often as I'd like (I live in NYC but grew up here) and while I'm always keeping up with dining scene, it's rare and thus special when I get to put a space to the name, so the speak. Next of Kin has a quirky, playful, impressively creative menu with drinks that are memorable. We came here at around 10:30pm on a Saturday night after dinner. There was a bit of a line outside which moved slowly, but we were given cute champagne jello shot things for our patience which were delightful and a fun little preview of what to expect on the inside. The seating options consist of tables, bar, and what I believe they call "love pods", all of which are beautifully designed. We were seated at the bar, which is our preference anyway. I always like chatting with the bartenders and hearing about the craft, and it is particularly enjoyable when they're as friendly and generous as the folks who work here. We were talking to them about some of their infusions and they let us try a taste of the coconut mezcal and the bruleed banana infused rum and both were unreal on their own. We ended up getting the Coco Bello (coconut mezcal, apertif, aromatized wine) which is a white negroni variation and the Swamp Thang (green chartreuse, herbal liqueur, pineapple and poblano tepache), which was served in some particularly memorable glassware (pictured). Both drinks were exceptional and complex, the former more sophisticated and the latter wacky and wholly unique.

I fuckin love this Place! It's intimate and has…read moreStrong ass drinks my friend* *be prepared to get too drunk

Great cocktails, great food, delicious bread…read more We stopped in for a light meal and drinks and Enswell delivered. Staff were super cool. The food was excellent. It tasted great and looked gorgeous. I loved my crab cake on a potato (their name was more elegant). The bread was sooo good. We asked about it and learned they bake it in-house. Cocktails were well-crafted. I've stopped in for coffee, for drinks, for a snack... this place gets it right every time.

Returned to Enswell for Brunch after a fun dinner there…read more Service was stellar. Most of our dishes were scrumptious. I was really hungry so the crab omelette was not a good choice. Nor did I like my Haymaker drink--too much going on. But it's such a darling spot and I'd definitely go back.

Really like this cozy and intimate spot! We were here for post dinner drinks and this was the…read moreperfect location. It's not super spacious so isn't the best for large groups but has a great ambiance. We came as a group of 6 and had no issues. They were able to make the violet affinity I requested and it turned out great. Service was attentive.

Walked in around 6:30 on a Friday evening without reservations and got a table immediately. The…read moreplace was already quite packed. Drinks were delicious - I don't remember the names though. Skip the Garlic dip because it just comes with a bunch of crackers and not all that great. I have to say that their website cocktails menu looks a lot more interesting than the actual menus that were given to us. Compared to what's on the website, the cocktails list was very bland.

Popular cocktail spot with limited seating and a moody dark ambiance. Bar staff are good at…read morerecommendations for drinks and are also welcoming and chatty. Their menu has a few light bites to snack on but the main focus is the cocktails. Definitely a pricier, fancy spot for a nice occasion or just a memorable cocktail. Hanoi ski club is quite interesting - mix of gin, pandan, green chartreuse, vermouth, and cacao. The combo of flavor from floral, herbal, and earthy sweet was great. This works really well and if you like all those flavors individually, this one is great. Also tried the Chibiusa which was a much more straightforward sweeter drink. Usually very busy due to limited seats, but worth trying to get a spot if there is room available to try their cocktail menu. Thanks

Quite pleasant cocktail bar, with cool wallpaper reminiscent of an L.A. bar circa 2015, and some of…read morethe finest drinks in the city. Not cheap, but about 30% cheaper than you'd pay for the equivalent in NYC. Pickled veggies and a very nice and appropriately chatty bartender were highlights.

Vegan tapas?! I didn't miss the meat at all…read more Our favorites were the croquettes, Korean tofu, and empanadas. So so delicious! Drinks are really where it's at. Our server recommended the red light district - so so good. Our server was so wonderful! She was super patient with us and didn't ever rush. The restaurant is quite dark and moody with mostly candle light (even the restroom). I can see why this is great for date night!

Such an amazing place!! Others in the party were not vegan andn they loved it as well. The tables…read moreare pretty close together though still love the atmosphere. The bartenders really know what they are doing here. The drink menu is really unique and all of the drinks are stellar. Loved their twist on an espresso martini. We ordered a bunch of dishes to share. We ordered the triple cooked fries, empanada, white bean hummus, korean tofu, and lamb kofta. The fries were definitely one of our favorites!!

The Library Bar is one of my favorite places to drop into when I'm in the Rittenhouse area. Located…read morein the hotel lobby, the place is serving up tasty cocktails with an intimate ambiance. It's not usual for me to request the group pop in if we're just walking by. The bevs are always on point and the bar tenders have extensive knowledge on the menu and just overall mixology. Not uncommon for me to ask the staff to "surprise me" with something. Speaking of staff, they are super friendly, consummate professionals and generally just a good time. Lastly, I think this place is a great place to meet people. I always seem to meet fun and interesting people while sitting at the bar.

Went for drinks with a party of 8, wow the service was fantastic. Charlie at the hostess stand was…read moreso welcoming and accommodating. She went out of her way to make sure we were taken care of comfortable. She really went above and beyond to make us feel at home. The drink menu was extensive and innovative, all the drink came out perfect. So many interesting cocktails to try, they really have something for everyone. I hate the Rye Tai, a play on a mai tai and it was fantastic, perfectly balanced and served in the appropriate glassware. Our group had such a nice time, The library bar and their amazing service really saved our night.

ADORABLE spot, with so many things going on. I'm not sure how much writer's block it'll cure, but…read morethe drinks are surely delicious and the bartenders very knowledgeable. The music is loud enough that you don't hear what someone at the next table over is saying, but not so loud that you can't hear your date talking. For me, the drinks on the menu are all a bit too sweet, so if you ask the bartenders to make you any kind of classic cocktail, they've got you covered. My martini with a twist was perfectly made, and the glass chilled down with ice and water before a drop of booze hit my glass. Our bartender was a master of his craft. We had a blast sitting around, having drinks, and chatting back and forth. Give this place a shot, it's adorable.

I came here with some friends after dinner one night because we are total book nerds and thought…read morethis was a fun way to cap off an evening. We had a great time; I was disappointed the books are wallpaper and not real books but we still enjoyed the overall vibe. In our experience, we waited downstairs to be seated upstairs. We sat overlooking the man floor, the bar is up there so that made it easy. It's a cute spot; I'd visit again.

Great drinks! Employees are so nice! They are very friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is cool!read more

Omg great drinks BUT The service was glacial…read more Make the drinks faster * Great use of space