Kraftwork is one of the most wonderful bars in my neighborhood, I honestly go to it so much that I need to force myself to take a break so I don't spend all my money. Dinner and brunch here are all equally amazing. I prefer to sit at the bar when I go here and the bartenders are great. I love the beers, the food, the service and I love the beer events that I have had the pleasure to attend in the past. I love your Hazelnut salad, and your flatbreads. I also love that there is outdoor seating, the only downside is that trashcan on the corner during the hot hot summer, but it's likely the only trashcan in a 20 block radius so I understand. I really wish Philly had more public trash cans, seriously. I LOVE YOU KRAFTWORK! read more

I am sitting at the bar as I write this. They are nine days since opening and I am in heaven. 25 beers on tap and an audience of folks ranging from ten months to sixty years. I NEVER got to a place so soon after opening bc I like to see a place with their A game. Kraftwork is on their A game and have pleased me mightily. We enjoyed some of our favorite styles of beer (me: imperial stout; him: ipa). Along with the vegetable platter. The Faux Gras was so.damn.good. I also have to respect the place b/c they only have 5 or 6 liquors behind the bar and make some solid traditional mixed beverages. The staff also seems to help each other out, with all asking if we needed a refill or how our dish was (without being overbearing). I am also impressed with the cross section of diners/drinkers here. You have families, neighborhood residents, suburbanites (like me); all various ages represented, too. Oh yes, I'll be back and it makes the trek from Chester County to Fishtown worth it completely. **ps: this was drafted on Sunday, while sitting at Kraftwork, but not posted until later, mid-week** read more

Though a bit off the beaten track, Kraftwork is well worth the journey. Decorated what can only be described as hipster industrial, Kraftwork nonetheless offers a welcoming atmosphere with a killer beer list. Kraftwork has more than twenty beers on tap, and every single one has been carefully selected for quality. The bartenders know a great deal about the beer and drinks and are more than happy to help you make a selection. I stopped in on a Friday night with a friend, and it was immediately clear that Kraftwork was far more than just a neighborhood pub - it's a go-to spot for those gearing up for a night out on the town and others enjoying the atmosphere. There's a horseshoe-shaped bar in the center of the bar surrounded by tables the outside. Most people ordered food to enjoy with their drinks, but we weren't hungry, so we stuck to the beer list, and we were not disappointed. The bartenders were incredibly friendly and helpful. All in all, we had a great time and will definitely be returning. read more

Was a big fan of Sidecar in Grad Hospital but then moved out of the neighborhood so was delighted to hear that they were opening a new place in Fishtown, closer to my new place. Wow, what an impressive place they have put together. It's worth going, just to check out the decor. Whoever designed and crafted the giant metal saw above the board, the lights, and the furniture did a really great job. The beer list is extensive, intriguing, and apparently changes quite a bit. And unlike Sidecar, the menu makes it really easy to tell what they have on tap and what type of glass it comes in. For most of the pints, you can always order a half-pint (pub glass) for 25c more than half price. They also have a flight option so that you can try 4 different beers. For wine and cocktail drinkers, they also have you covered with some excellent selections. The menu is about perfect for a place like this. Cheese boards to keep it interesting, great sandwiches to keep everyone happy, and kickass fries to round everything out. Our service was definitely slow, but friendly, and all and all it was a great experience. read more

I've visited Kraftwork twice in the past few weeks and walked away impressed each time. First time was during the most recent incarnation of the Craft Beer Express. The place was crowded when my friend and I got off the bus, but we managed to snag a table and settled into a few of the featured beers and an order of the pretzel bites. The service was prompt, efficient and the place was friendly - I walked away feeling that if I lived closer, this place might become my default. Second time was over lunch, on a Tuesday. Three of us arrived around 12:30pm and we were a little concerned at being only party there, not that should have been concerning at mid-day on a Tuesday, but after a half an hour the place got decently busy. Our meal, now known as "the best lunch ever", consisted of practically every appetizer on the menu as none of us could make a decision on what to eat (or rather what not to eat), which turned out to be the best decision. We ordered the pretzel bites, perogies, bratwurst, Korean BBQ tacos and fries and vigorously tucked into each plate all as soon as it arrived, only pausing to here and there to declare with mouths full of food that this was "the best lunch ever". The bratwurst and perogies were overall winners and and my only wish would be a bit more salt on the pretzel bites. Yes, we were starved, and yes, there was a certain thrill in taking a lunch away from one's desk (which we don't normally do), but combination of good food, beer selection, atmosphere and service = awesomeness. read more

What a great place to grab brunch on a Sunday morning. The little lady and I decided to give Kraftwork a shot one morning, and we did not regret it. I had the Huevos Rancheros, she had the Eggs Benedict. Neither were disappointing. Throw in some cheap brunch drink specials, and you had a happy couple. Definitely will be coming here again. read more

Walked in and sat at the bar on a Sunday afternoon. They still had brunch on, and the beer lineup was spectacular. I had the huevos rancheros, and the eggs were cooked to perfection. Fiance had the breakfast sandwich with a biscuit and pork roll. Both meals were delicious. Even got a lemon raspberry muffin to go. Our bartender, Mike, was great. Definitely worth driving around the neighborhood looking for parking. 11/10 would come back. read more

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Consistently good food. Their weekend brunch is their specialty in my opinion. The eggs benedict and chicken and waffles are outstanding. Cocktails are tasty too. Staff is always friendly and courteous. read more

It's been three months since I went to Kraftwork with an old friend, but I remember it fondly. Well, I remember it as much as I can after drinking more than my share of delicious, delicious Belgian beer. To be honest, I didn't think Philly would embrace a place like this. I spent my college years there and I would have never guessed somewhere that seems more at home in Chicago could thrive in Fishtown. The term "gastropub" just seems like something the city would have laughed at when I was living there. Who knows, maybe the gastropub virus has infected even the most blue collar of towns. Food good. Beer great. Minus one star because it was so freaking loud conversation was near impossible. read more

Still 5 stars for me! Beer selection is killer and you can get a taste before you commit to a pint. Or a goblet. Bartenders are friendly and not snobby at all. Food is consistently fantastic and many steps above typical bar food. read more

BEER? Check! Solid selection of 24 beers on tap. Each with a successor to take over as soon as it's kicked. FOOD? Check! Solid food menu. Above average bar food. Their Margherita pizza, beer can chicken sandwich, and their soups are never-fail options. Shoestring french fries= the yum! I have made my way here for dinner and a few drinks on several occasions. COMFORTABLE LAYOUT? Check! U-shaped bar with ample seating, backed up by tables lining the perimeter of the bar. Plenty of room to move around and breathe. The noise level is usually acceptable. My only complaint, albeit a small one, is that is sometime gets pretty hot in there, even in the winter. The decor is industrial with a modern twist and they have some really cool, interesting furniture and creative details all over the place. I've had many great nights at this establishment and don't doubt that you will too. Check it out if you get a chance. read more

I love Kraftwork mostly for their beer, but the few food menu items I've tried were good. They have a great beer flights system! Most times I don't thoroughly enjoy sitting at a bar, but the layout here is nice and open so it's very comfortable. All the servers and bartenders are great too. Definitely get the french fries every time. read more

Tip #1: Don't come here on a Saturday night with a group larger than 3 or 4. We came with a group of 6. The hostess told us it would be 35-45 minutes. No problem as they had a little bar space available and a great beer list. However, after 90 minutes, we were really hungry and slightly agitated because the hostess had told us at the 40 minute mark that a table had their check. That table proceeded to pay their check, but continued buying beers from the bar. I get that you don't want to tell people to get up from their table, but they weren't even getting service from their waiter any longer. I have no problem waiting for a table, but over-estimate the wait time and don't tell me "this never happens" when it's a Saturday night. Anyway, the only saving grace of the night was the fact that the food was suburb. A few of us shared the perogis, which were large and clearly homemade; pan-fried perfectly. I had the short rib sandwich, which was probably the best I have ever had. The service was okay. Our server knew about our dissatisfaction with the wait, so he was seemingly extra attentive. However, he never brought two beers that two people ordered. Overall, I will likely come back because the food was so good. I will never come back for food on a Friday or Saturday night though. read more

Stopped in to try their brunch around noonish on a Sunday - plenty of seating inside and out. We tried their huevos rancheros and biscuits and gravy - both turned out really good. Their iced coffee was mediocre but the Bloody Mary was decent. Glad we found a brunch spot we won't need to wait to get seated. read more

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My absolute favorite brunch spot in fishtown! They have the best Bloody Mary's around-have the perfect kick to them. I'm having major withdrawal from the kraftwork breakfast! I also recommend the wings and tender french onion sandwich The staff is always a pleasure. The female bartender (Dae? D? Sorry can't remember the name :/) is amazing- so friendly, attentive, genuine, and fun. Can't wait to get back. read more

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I work three doors down from Kraftwork and it's dangerous for my wallet Love the industrial overall design and lighting; love that the bar itself is the room's centerpiece and is enormous with seating all around 3 sides. Love that the clientele is just as diverse as the menu itself. Love that their beer selection is large and includes some rare finds, and that they specifically list what will be on the beer menu next once the current options are kicked. Favorites: chickpea sandwich (not currently offered as their menu changes seasonally but they have a trout sandwich right now in its place which also A+), pierogies, beer can chicken sandwich, roasted hen of the woods mushroom salad. Have yet to try brunch, but if it's just as great as its sister restaurant Sidecar in G-Ho, I'm very hopeful. Dislike the prices. And their special "dry aged blend" Kraftwork burger was a let-down for me. I ordered medium rare and it came out indeed pretty "dry" although I don't think that was the intent. read more

I had really excellent service from Micheal. 5 stars for service 4 stars for food. Stopped in Saturday evening October 5th. After a little confusion on who was waiting on us we were greeted by Michael. I have to say that I'm from chicago, Gastropubs are like starbucks...there's one on every corner. With that said, I was impressed with the selection of food we ordered from Kraftworks, We started with the Truffle Deviled Eggs and Korean Tacos. The truffle wasn't over powering and they had these potato crisps on the side. I found it great to at the crisps on top of the eggs gave it great texture. The Korean Tacos were great although I'm not a fan of flour tortillas. I opted for the short rib sandwich where my friends went with the burgers. I Really enjoyed the short rib sandwich....it was missing a crunch. Michael I will say gave great recommendations was very accommodating, and up selled us a growler. He did a great job and I thought it should be acknowledged. read more

The tofu banh mi was terrific. The tofu was seasoned well, the vegetables were crisp and tasty, the bread was soft with a bit of crust to it. The salad that this dish came with was a simple salad, well prepared and tasted fresh. I was disappointed with the burger, it was over cooked and dried out. I expected more than that. I don't think that I would order a burger here again. The pretzel bites were a little strange, they tasted almost like a biscuit pretzel hybrid. Not really something that I would order again either. The service was good enough. We weren't lacking anything. read more

I had brunch here two weekends ago with a group of friends after our first restaurant choice didn't work out. Since it was a sunny morning (and the temperature was not yet scalding), we opted to sit out front where a few tables are set up on the sidewalk. I started with a hefemosa (as the name suggests, a hefeweizen with splash of orange juice). I'm glad this is becoming more common as it's a nice alternative to a regular mimosa, and it's a really refreshing combination. For my meal I went with the biscuits and gravy. The biscuits were really great and were drowned in a delicious pork sausage gravy. You're also served two eggs (any style) and potato hash. The potatoes were served in very large chunks, so I'm not sure "hash" is really the right word. They also were not super flavorful, but ketchup certainly helped. Overall, not bad. I think next time I would go to try out the dinner options. read more

This place is normally pretty good but I was a little sad when I ordered their special crab & shrimp mac and cheese. It was all noodles and no crab and 2 pieces of shrimp :-( read more

Kraftwork - Gastropubs Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Great spot to come to if you're able to get seating. If you're coming in with a ton of people on a weekend, good luck, the place gets mobbed with moderate waits involved, but oh is it worth it. The beers are plentiful, the wine isn't bad, and the food is absolutely scrumptious! The portions are sizable, but not overwhelming, and the cooks get it right the handful of times I've been there. since the menu is rotating, it's always been a different experience when it came to the food, but I never found myself complaining once, it's really good grub. The beers are abundant! So many kinds to choose from, and you can get little pubbers at 8oz each to try a bunch of different beers without hurting the wallet much, all they way up to 40s if you found one to hit home enough to get absolutely plaster off of it... or to bring home to share, we won't tell anyone :D Kraftwork looks great, too. Dark ambiance with fantastic details to really push the industrial look without encroaching the actually dirty, greasy mess that actually comes along with it. Awesome place I've no qualms bringing people to! read more

A hipster type local neighborhood feel with a nice and open main room centered around the bar. I have only been three times for lunch, so the evening scene might be alot different. The hazlenut salad is huge but dressing was too creamy, no flavor to the hazlenuts and the butter lettuce is too sweet. This dish has alot of potential, but as it was served, I wouldn't recommend it. Fries are great, perfectly seasoned and fried, love them Burger is the wrong mix of meat, tastes like "chuck". Cooked perfectly but needs to be seasoned, def needs salt! Awesome craft beer selection. You can spend plenty of time here with friends turning lunch into happy hour (and with this beer selection, it's hard not to). read more

Best place for brunch in Philly! This place is a city stable and I'm a reoccurring customer. I came here with my parents just last year, but they had gone many times before for lunch. I've only had their brunch and it's spot on every time. I always had been interested in having chicken and waffles but never had it until I came to Kraftwork! I get the Chicken & Waffle without an egg. The gravy is chicken pot pie and so creamy. The whole dish is very flavorful and the chicken is crispy! I highly recommend this place for brunch and you have to try the chicken and waffles. You definitely get your money's worth. You can also add sides to your meal like bacon, sausage, and potato hash. For beverages, I've tried the Vietnamese ice coffee and it hit the spot for the coffee lover in me. For alcoholic beverages, I have to recommend the Bloody Mary as it's my parent's favorite. The bathroom door sticks when you lock it, so you have to really push the door to get out. But, that's my only flaw! read more

Kraftwork - Gastropubs Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

After reading everyone's rave reviews, I literally thought I may of been on some type of hidden camera television show. We had a table of 4 of us on a Friday at 5:30PM. Here is a list of things that went wrong. -Ordered 2, NY Happy Hour Pizza : One Margarita pizza was brought out, We had to ask about a second one. But 3 pizza's were on the bill. -One hamburger ordered: 2 on the bill -Falafel Board: No pita chips -Ordered Wings: Never Came, Still on the bill -Several drinks were made incorrectly The server said they were having issues with the ordering system, so that is why I am giving them 2 stars. The food I ate was good bar food. The bill was cleared up and we did leave a 20% tip. I was just shocked at how much stuff can go wrong for 4 people. read more

I hate to do this, but I'm dropping my review by 1 star. I went here with friends on Friday night for dinner. We had to wait forever to get a table, but that didn't really bother me. (It was beer week after all.) What bothered me was the $120 price tag for 4 people. That's $30 a person! I nearly choked on my $12 flatbread pizza when I saw that. The meal was good, maybe even pretty darn good. But it just didn't live up to the price if you ask me. Also, I've heard rumblings that they added cheese to the beer can chicken sandwich, which is overpowering and takes away from the deliciousness of the sandwich. I wonder if you could ask for it w/o cheese? read more

We went to Kraftwork about a month ago. I really wanted to like it, but eh. Since it had only been open a week or two, we decided we'll give it another try in another month or so. We really enjoyed the decor and more communal seating. long tables and benches. I also enjoyed the uniquely styled menu. The food was overpriced and pretentious in tiny portions. They seemed a little vinegar happy too. The service was decent. Very little vegetarian fare. I had the smallest $10 salad evar! The falafel was pretty horrible. I'm told they use local and in season ingredients, so hopefully they change the menu up with something good. The beer on the other hand, was great as well as reasonably priced. They had a good amount of beer on tap. Plus there was a wide variety. One of our party decided to be brave and try the Pork Krispy Treat. STAY AWAY! It was hard as a rock and was basically just a plain rice krispy treat with bacon bits and chocolate on top. I told the waitress about it and she brought another one, which was equally rock-like. Then she brought Chocolate Terrine which was delicious. They were really nice about her disgust with the first dessert and didn't charge her for the krispy treat or the terrine. Basically, it's a decent place to have great beer, but eat before you go. read more

I've been stopping into Kraftwork since they opened, usually I just sit at the bar for a drink or two. When it comes to beer this place is amazing. They have 25 taps and offer their beers in half pints, pints or growlers. The growlers are very reasonably priced too. The selection usually includes one or two beers that I have never seen in Philly before and I try to keep up on these things. The cocktails are also all well thought out and rather good. The bartenders are all friendly and helpful with suggestions. I've sat at the tables only once or twice, the first time I had great service, the second time so-so. I usually don't eat here though, I feel there is too limited a selection of entrees and some are overpriced (the burger) or just not that amazing (BL Tuna). The chicken sandwich and the cabbage slaw are the exception though. They have a ton of small plate options though, perhaps that is just the theme the bar is going for. The desserts seem ok, though I did recently have a dessert special that was young's double chocolate stout waffles with mint chocolate chip ice cream. I really hope that becomes a regular menu item. I know I am in the minority here but I really don't like the garlic and herb fries. They are kind of soggy and I just don't like the herbs they used. So usually if I want a quick unhealthy snack I will go elsewhere but come here for a beer when I am done. read more

One of my absolute favorite places to eat in the city! They have fantastic food and a great beer list. The beer can chicken sandwich is to die for. Their french onion short rip sandwich is also excellent. The falafel wrap is very good, with lots of good veggies. I also had a pork belly banh mih there which was a good spin on the traditional banh mih. Their fries are very excellent and they come with a homemade aoli. Also the pretzel nuggets are homemade and come with a great cheese sauce. Overall, this is a great pub! read more

So sadly, I've been back 2 more times and have to say now that although it's a great place to drink, I'd have to be really hungry to eat there again. I ordered the scallops special for $14 that was an entree and I was told that they are two huge scallops with asparagus and something else. Um, they were you average two scallops. There were maybe 4 half-sized stalks of asparagus. I'd rather pay $20 and get 4 scallops! And if they chinze on the scallops, you'd think you'd get a bunch of side stuff but no. And they were out of the two vegetarian appetizers so I had no options since I was still hungry. The next time I went I ordered the falafel sandwich and the cabbage and apple slaw. The falafel came on thick, good pita but the tahini was rather tasteless and the falafel was mushy. The pickled veggies on the side left a lot to be desired--I'm not sure pickled anything is a good side dish. The cabbage and apple slaw was also tasteless. I think I had one forkful and I sent the rest back. I tried some fries and they are called herbed something or other. As my friend remarked, they're all stubby fries. It looks like they went through the short side of the potato peeler so you can't really get a good grip on any of them. And some were undercooked. Some were fine. My other friend ordered a basket of them which was a steep $6...and she remarked it would be nice to pay $4 for half of them...since she got a 1/4 of the way through and they were all cold and clearly just too many fries even for a table of 4. So I better stick with the veggie board since I don't eat meat. read more

The beer line-up is usually a great mix of styles and breweries and it certainly is fun to also read about the "on-deck" selections waiting for pouring should a keg kick while you are there. As for food, the fantastic Charcuterie Board is always a winner, with morcilla, La Quercia prosciutto, and a fine house-made rabbit terrine, as is the Short Rib Sandwich, slow braised meat resplendent on a brioche bun (the excellent, well-informed and kind waitstaff will agree to split it for you - a good idea if you also want to eat all of the generous charcuterie board). Some other food selections are less successful, the prime culprit is a flatbread margherita that made me pine for store bought frozen pies. The atmosphere is convivial and fun, if loud and crowded most of the time - sure signs of a very successful bar. read more

Always revolving selection of beers. Bartenders who are knowledgeable and attentive. Ever-changing food specials. This is a place that I love to go to wind down after working, or after a night of bar hopping throughout Fishtown. It's a place where the hipsters clash with the foodies and beer snobs, in a good way. Went there with a friend who fell in love with the beer can chicken. I enjoyed the Korean bbq tacos. And I'm waiting to try the morcilla on the charcuterie plate. I also had a butternut squash soup that I thoroughly enjoyed. The beer menu is one of the best mixes in the city. IPA's- Check. Local Favorites- uh huh. Belgians- Sure. Cheapass PBR- Yep. Also the beer menu shows the next keg up to bat, so if you see one of your favorites coming up you know you can go there in a couple of days to get a taste. Bartenders let you have a taste, and will steer you in the right direction if you have questions. Nothing else I can say 5 stars. read more

This place is like a chic person that you talk to...and then you quickly find out that they have no personality. It's disappointing. It looks good...you want it to be good...and then it isn't. The pros? - People I go with like the beer selection...though, you can find it elsewhere, and likely at a better price. - Pretzel bites...they're great - Rarely crowded The cons? - They are clearly over-reaching on their menu. They have too many items and do not do most of them well. - Everything has so much salt on it, you feel like you might stroke out at the end of the evening. The food is also a bit mislabeled. For example, they have $14 "Kabobs" that are really a "gyro". When I asked a server about the difference between my Kabob and what a Gyro would be...he didn't know. At first he tried to tell me theirs was "UK and Mediterranean Street Food"...which, after I told him I LIVED in London, and I had kabobs there...he seemed to realize I wasn't falling for his ridiculous attempt to bluff me. Anyway, don't get those horribly overpriced "Kabobs" (which are really gyros)...you can get wayy better gyros elsewhere. It's an okay place to go if you want to hang out with friends who want a few beers and have some greasy overpriced food...but that's about it. There are so many better places than this out there...don't get sucked in by the cool decor or the hipsters lurking outside. read more

Needed to write a review about Kraftwork and what is, in my opinion, the burger to beat in Fishtown. When Kraftwork first opened, I thought the beer selection was excellent and that the food was passable pub fare dressed up as fancier than it was. Not bad, but in need of improvement to be a food destination and not just a beer oasis. I'm happy to say that in time, the food grew to match the gorgeous interior design and wonderful beer menu. Always great eats, specials, and as I said, the burger to beat. People usually rave about Sketch burger, but I found it to be overrated and pricey (about $9 without fries is a bit much). Kraftwork's burger is thick, juicy, chocked full of flavor, and like most places, includes fries (or a salad if you're gonna be like that). But the true fun of a Kraftwork burger is the choice of toppings. I cannot recommend enough their bacon red onion marmalade. Once you taste it on your burger, you will be forever hooked. It is so good that I searched around and found a comparable recipe for it and now make it myself for when I'm grilling burgers. Huzzah to great beer and great food! read more

half off appetizers and craft beer from 5-7 for happy hour. One of the best deals in the city.

I had been wanting to go here since it opened up a couple a months ago. It's kind of far from where I live in South Philly (meaning I can't walk) but it looked like a interesting place. I finally made the trek up there last weekend with a few friends and I was definitely impressed by the bar. The beer selection is one of the best I have seen in the city, the $8 flights are great for trying out a bunch of different brews. The food was really good as well...I got the shortrib sandwich. The staff was all really friendly too. I can't wait for my next trip up here. read more

Best new restaurant in Philly! My favorite thing about Kraftwork is the beer. Duh. They have a beautiful, everchanging list of beer and you don't have to settle for just pints! You can drink a variety of beers in a smaller size, called a pub. It's smaller, cheaper, and you get to taste more beer that way. (Not every kind can be gotten in the pub size.) Every bartender I've encountered has been helpful, knowledgeable, and fun to talk to. The decor at Kraftwork is also really unique and fun to discover. Even the bathrooms are fun! The mirrors are actually rearview mirrors you see on cars. Cute. The menu isn't very extensive. So far I've liked everything... soups, beet salad, mussels, falafel. read more

I've only been here a handful of times but it never seems to disappoint. The last time I went was on First Friday of this month. As expected, it was busy. Thankfully we didn't have to wait for a seat. Our server came over and provided us with menus and asked if we'd like something to drink. I had a hard time deciding because there were a number of great choices. Finally I decided on the Mikkeller It's Alive! Great choice, btw. As far as food goes both my friend and I got burgers. I got mine medium rare with cheddar and blue cheese, bacon and grilled onions. Typically when I go out and request a burger cooked medium rare it comes out more medium than medium rare. Kraftwork nailed it though. It was perfect. Our server came around several times to refill our water glasses and check up on us. My friend and I debated on whether we'd stay for another beer or continue on our way. In the end we decided to leave. All in all I can say that I've never had a bad experience here. The food is great, the beer selection is legit and the people who work there are all friendly and knowledgeable. Great bar. read more

Ok first let me say I hate gastropubs. As a non drinker the food is always lacking as people really go for the beer. But this place was in a different class of its own. The good was creative but not pretentious and the flavors put together. We were there for brunch and I had the chicken pot pie waffle which my 6 year old picked and we shared. My man had some flatbread thing that sounded good on paper but I was sure was going to be a hot mess. It was fantastic. Get that. Get that. The design of the space was cool and interesting. There was iron work detail throughout but not overdone. Service was great too. We got there at 10:30 and easily got a seat. By noon it was busy. I guess Philadelphians go brunch later than Californians. The place had good coffee too. Had it been great I would have given them 5 stars. read more

I was pretty excited when I heard about this place opening. Finally had the chance to go Friday night 2 weeks ago. Beer list was excellent in my opinion, but a bit pricey for a few brews. Seven dollars for five ounce goblet of Hitachino nest... it is hard to find, so maybe I'm wrong. The local stuff was reasonable, but I loathe that they have PBR as an option. The food menu was a bit underwelming and overpriced. I wouldn't call it a pretentious menu, I just feel that the combinations haven't been quite fine tuned yet. The burger was tasty but maybe not twelve bucks tasty. The mussels in beer broth were forgettable. Service was good and we didn't have to wait long for a table. Nice decor throughout. read more

For me this place is heaven! Amazing selection of beer and delicious food. Truly! Oh, and it's very reasonably priced. Domestic and import microbrews. 26 taps I think, which rotate! So as soon as one kicks, it rotates. Think about half of them are constantly rotating. So on any given night your options might be even greater than 26. One side of the menu is currently what's on tap or coming up. And to top it off you can get the beer tasting, 4x 6oz beers for $8! But watch out for what you order because many of the beers are 7+% alcohol. Oh yeah, food! Had the chicken liver mousse - very good. Rich and smooth. And then the short rib sandwich with crispy fries sprinkled with fresh herbs. Fantastic! And great music playing! Thank you for a fabulous evening, Kraftwork! read more