If you are looking for a cute pop-up Christmas bar then definitely go to Tinsel! I loved the…read moredifferent takes on Christmas showcased through out the bar and even the entry way transformed you into a icy winter wonderland. I was very packed and people were walking around with cute little Christmas themed cups from ornaments to mugs. We didn't stay to partake in a drink since it was PACKED around the bar downstairs and we were warned to not even go upstairs. So photo op it became. They even had Abominable Snowman but he was surrounded by so many I had to grab a picture from a distance and couldn't ask if he really bounces. If crowds are your thing, then definitely swing by Tinsel

We stopped into Tinsel on December 4, 2025. It's a well-known holiday pop-up bar decorated…read morewall-to-wall with Christmas decor. Half the fun is looking around and trying to figure out which movie or TV show inspired each decoration. Christmas music plays nonstop. There's a fixed drink menu and no seating, so it's very much a stand-and-hang-out kind of place. From what we heard, it can get pretty packed later in the evening, but we arrived right when it opened at 4:00 PM and had no wait at all. It ended up being a great place to kick off the night. The cocktail list is entirely Christmas-themed--festive and fruity flavors. The cocktails are served in Christmas themed vessels. If cocktails aren't your thing, they do offer beer and seltzer options as well. It's a fun, high energy stop that's perfect for soaking in some holiday spirit.

I try to give places a fair, balanced look and The Trestle Inn definitely delivered in some areas…read more I stopped in before a show nearby and loved the modern, stylish vibe right away. The cocktail menu is creative without being pretentious. During happy hour, the bartender was knowledgeable, personable, and clearly confident in his craft. He made two excellent cocktails, well-balanced, thoughtfully prepared, and worth every dollar. Service was attentive and engaging, which set a great tone for the night. We came back after a show when there was live music and a $10 cover. I didn't mind the cover and actually expected the energy (and service) to match it. Unfortunately, the second bartender wasn't nearly as attentive. I stood at the bar while 2-3 guests around me were served without acknowledgment. It took away from what had been a strong first impression. We had one drink and decided to head out. Overall, I'd absolutely recommend The Trestle Inn for happy hour cocktails, that experience alone earns four stars Just hoping for more consistency behind the bar next time.

Vibes: good music: ?…read more I was told we are going to a disco club so I was ready to dance, but I pulled up and maybe it was just the hour we got there or something idk i stg i was hearing youtube royalty free disco music. but like the vibes were good lol

Okay. This place was the place to be BEFORE the renovation and now....its a total vibe! I didn't…read morethink it could get any better. I am by no means an edm/house music kind of person and that's what they played on every floor but I found myself jamming and feeling free. The amount of space there now is, is awesome as you don't feel overstimulated by the crowd. The fact that there's an outdoor area for people to smoke/just get some fresh air without having to leave the venue was something I didn't think I'd love so much. Absolutely would recommend this for everyone to take their friends out for a night out One thing to note - it was ticketed to get in and was $17 but I'm not sure if this is a thing that happens often

The Barbary reopened!…read more It's aight. I feel like I might be having my "old man shakes fist at cloud" moment: the place is clean. The numerous toilets and sinks all work. There's not a single bumper sticker or graffito to be seen. And drinks are still 2025 cheap... I think. But the inside is just kinda all black and neon... like "hey, we're cyberpunk now." Barbary, you were already cyberpunk when you were just regular punk existing at the edge of technological apocalypse, bro. Cyberpunk is crusty and biohacky, but I don't even know if that's what you're going for. Anyway, the place is nice. It even has what looks like a little bottle service area. I think back in the 2010s Barbary, the closest thing to bottle service would have been the dancing proletariat seizing the means of drunkenness from the owners and sharing cheap tequila amongst the people. And that's what I miss the most. Did the Barbary lose the jank and lack of maintenance money that made it an institution, or am I just old? The answer is yes.

This beer garden has multiple bars and seating options. We opted to sit at the tiki bar and the…read morebartender made me the best spicy watermelon margarita with tajin! It was delicious. It started to rain, but there was covered seating available. There are very convenient bathrooms and food options.

We stumbled apart in this place while wandering the streets of Philadelphia. My husband grabbed an…read moreIPA (brewery based in PA); they had a decent variety of beers. They didn't have any stouts so I opted not to drink anything and wait till our next place. We got there right at opening and the place was really appealing from the outside. Lots of plants and greenery and lots of seating. It looked like the bar in the back hadn't been used in a while, and there were a number of games that looked kind of broken that they might want to just toss. I saw the hotdog come out and I decided not to order from here. They look like tiny overcooked wieners.

Truly such a unique and groovy dive bar. My group stopped by on a Saturday night and the vibes…read moreinside are very chill. The clown decor is super fun and interesting. We tried some of the special drinks and I really enjoyed the witching hour which was tropical and juicy! They even had some fun mocktails. If you're not scared of clowns and looking for a fun unique bar, definitely check out Neon clown dream lounge!

What a fun weird place. Go here after getting dinner and vibe. It's such a unique spot. Don't go if…read moreyou have fear of clowns. Great staff and really such a friendly group. Drinks were good! And the seating was a little tight but still comfortable. You know what you are getting yourself into and honestly it's correct every part of the way.

I love this cute venue and the comfy chairs possibly available. Great place to hang…read more My friend and I wanted a cotton candy drink and they were out of the cotton candy portion. The drink I had with the flame was too strong for me but I loved the smell of the burning wood after it was made. The person I was served by had a few recommendations and I could request some on my own for mock tails. I would have preferred an actual mocktail menu. Also, no prizes to win unlike what was stated on an online ad which sucked a bit . Great atmosphere. I know this is a rough rating but I would still come back!

The menu is great, the drinks are great, the ambiance is 1000% Philly and this place utterly rocks…read more The people that work here are awesome. You want a happening bar in Philly that is unlike anything else on offer? This is the spot.

"Go to Static!," advised my server at Pietramala, a vegan restaurant worth every penny. Since…read morePietramala knows what they are doing, I scheduled a Uber to take me immediately to Static! (It helped that it was only a short walk from my hotel.) Walking in around 11pm on a Saturday evening in June, I was able to snag a seat at the bar despite it being busy. The menu is innovative from cutting-edge cocktails to $5 Jell-O shots, which of course I ordered. (I'll never stop loving Jell-O shots!) For a balanced, slightly sweet and sour drink, try the Bleat Punch. It's made with cachaça, reposado, lime, beet, mandarin and clarified with goat milk. It comes with a dry beet slice on top. It was well executed, unique, and refreshing. Service is excellent! Everyone was chill while also being quick. If you love a good cocktail, go here!

Was here when they opened end of 2025 and a bit more recently as well. The newer cocktail menu has…read moresome inventive drinks with unique / rare flavors, many showcasing exotic fruit flavors or liqueurs not so commonly used elsewhere. Majority are on the sweeter side. Presentation is fun and colorful. Lots of potential with this to try new flavors and combinations. Walk in only which is nice as a neighborhood spot. It's very lively when busy, but the sound acoustics in a small space were a bit of a drawback trying to have a conversation. It's worth adding Static to your rotation of spots if it's on your way to see if there's space for you and friends, and if any cocktails are to your liking. Thanks

one of my fav bars in philly!!! they have such a nice selection of drinks, and it's decently…read morepriced!! (they have vizzy's which are my FAV) they have a variety of events here every weekend, it's a very fun spot to dance. it's right off the el! def go check it out if you've never been!

Excellent bands, great prices on whiskey, bartenders are so polite. I love it…read more I don't understand how anyone could leave a bad review of a place like this