This is a great place for a date. Particularly if you're a guy trying to get into a girl's undies. Just lube her up with some Blood Orange margaritas and sit at one of the tables outside and impress her by making fun of the waiters and saying how gay they are. That tends to be the formula for some of the dumb meatbags in there. I wouldn't say this is a great place to pick up anybody, although all of the scads of nude ladies on the wall make people either a little randy or nervous. It's better as a place to either begin your night of drinking and heading somewhere else afterwards or to impress your date from Jersey. The best day ever was when this friend decided to pick up our tab after we already put our money down--70 some bucks--and one of my other friends threw the money up in the air and it rained down on my head. read more

I like North Third. I don't love it. If North Third were home decor, would it be wallpaper. Tasteful wallpaper, but after a few days you wouldn't really notice it anymore, it would just be there. The food is good and they have a good selection of beers, but there isn't anything that separates them from every other Norther Liberties bar/restaurant. I'll find Standard Tap, North Third and Johnny Brenda's pretty interchangeable. I usually bounce to which ever one I can get a seat at first. read more

These place never disappoints. We've been going to north third since before is was cool lol..We went tonight after the Christmas activities in center city. I had the Thai chili wings, they are to die for. They truly are amazing, probably the best ever. I also had the fish taco which is also very very good. The atmosphere is great as well as the service. It was a nice night to sit outside so we did..Always great beers on tap, we will be back again. read more

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I pretty much agree with EVERYBODY (and I mean everybody) else on N. 3rd. Great food, great & busy artsy eye-catching decor and perfect for brunch. (SCORE! A near-perfect bloody mary with a great kick to it.) We enjoy it here - but it can be a crowded cluster-f&%k at peak times. read more

Horrible experience. We came in during late brunch time. The waitress took our drink order. That was the last time she came to our table on her own will. We had to flag down somebody else working there 15 minutes later to place our food order. The table next to us was at a booth to start. One of the servers asked them to move to another table because a four top came in. I thought that was so rude. They could have waited 5 minutes until another table opened to move the couple. After the couple moved, they were ignored. They ended up leaving after having to go up to a server to pay for their drinks because nobody took their order. Then our food came out. My strawberry French toast had 4 strawberries on it. My bacon was rock hard and leathery. We sent the bacon back. It came back to us, looking mysteriously like the previous bacon, only slightly warmer but still leathery. My boyfriend's burger was way overcooked. The egg on top, which was supposed to be over easy, was hard and rubbery. The only reason that I am leaving two stars instead of one is that the French toast was good. I am still feeling exhausted from having to flag down a server (usually a different, but equally clueless person) down for every little thing. If the food alone was bad, I would forgive them. But combined with the poor service, I feel like I am experiencing PTSD from this horrible experience. read more

Admittedly, I feel that there's something wrong with me when I think of North Third. My true vote probably floats somewhere between 3 and 4 stars. I've been there a handful of times now for dinner, drinks and even brunch. I'm consistently happy with the creativity of the special dishes. I'm pretty satisfied with the various plate options available -- seafood, chicken, pork, beef and vegetarian options: pretty great. However, the food as good as it sounds just fails to impress me when I'm actually eating it. The service at the establishment could also be better in my opinion. Just feels like the place should be better, though quite isn't there yet. My suggestion, it's a definite must-try. If you like mojitos - get one of their mojito margaritas or whatever they call 'em and get it on the rocks. read more

Love this spot! I'm normally one to write a long winded review, but for once I'll keep it short and to the point. Service, friendly, and with a smile. The crispy chicken sandwhich is my favorite. The burg is the bf's favorite. Wash it down with a cold beer on tap - you can't go wrong. Outdoor seating/opening of the long doors in the nicer weather - and you got a combination that keeps me and the bf coming back. Prices are great for the area too. Never had brunch here, but may have to force myself to wake up in time to head on over. The only downside of this joint - is the parking.....good luck, you'll probably circle around for a bit. I thankfully haven't come into any of the rude hostesses that people have described, I certainly hope I never do either! read more

I can't count on two hands how many times I've been to North 3rd... maybe if I had two and a half hands... If you're in the mood to splurge and are very hungry, try as much as possible because they have an amazing cook/kitchen. My favorite appetizers are the wings (which I think they've won awards for) and the spring rolls. The "specials" menu changes often to keep things new and fresh, which is good. However, they do bring back some fan favorites every now and again like The Cubano - my favorite sandwich in the history of sandwiches. It has layered grilled pork, turkey and ham, diced pickles, swiss cheese and chipoltle on what I think is Sarcone's bread. If you're from Philly or know the Italian Market hot spots, you have to have balls to put your sandwich on Sarcone's bread. I'll continue to go back to this place because the food is amazing, it has a very unique decor and the beer selections are pretty good. Also, the mixed drinks are top notch. read more

When I last left North Third, my opinion was mixed to say the least - I love their menu, but felt the service was lackluster, culminating in a maddening show of negligence by our waiter. For exactly one year, North Third was on our "Oh No, Not There..." list. But what if things were different? What if my memory was purged of everything that was frustrating about North Third? What if we finally had the server to match the quality of the food, making it the solid NoLibs attractions I always wanted it to be? I'm happy to report that North Third is my friend again. I greatly regret not getting the name of our server last Thursday, as she was helpful, friendly and attentive. I can finally give proper respect to the food and drink selections, all of which still manage to impress. The wings are perfection, the sandwiches always worth it, and the pirogis are still choice. They always keep interesting beer choices from the best breweries around, so if you're a beer fan this place doesn't disappoint. read more

My first time at North Third was on a Friday night for a special dinner date. The environment was quant and the decor was artsy (Frida meets from Dusk till Dawn). The service was good, the drinks are great and the food is amazing. The Thai Chili wings are life altering. I also had the grilled hanger steak and fritas. The steak was a thick cut of tender, well-seasoned beef with a side of homemade steak fries. read more

I slept on this place at first because it looks divey and basic from the outside, but the food is way better than I expected. I put it easily ahead of standard tap. read more

Two visits, almost exactly two years apart. In 2013, Zack and I raved about the burgers (beef for me, tuna for him). I don't know how it took us so long to go back for a meal at North Third, but it was almost two years to the DAY when we returned. How do I know? The date on my Yelp tip, of course. Sadly, we were both disappointed in our burgers this time around. They weren't as we remembered them- mine less juicy, his less flavorful. Both on buns too big for their britches. The fries were lukewarm. The the bartendress was not particularly friendly. Overall, I still dig the vibe at North Third, and I would be happy to return to try one of the other menu items. But not more burgers for us. read more

Came here late in one evening and we got a table inside. I was confused by the interior design and I am still unsure if it is neat or too chaotic. The beer selection was good and interesting. I like trying brews from the region. Food: the menu had a lot of seafood options and it seems to be more unique than just the typical bar food. The menu was definitely more unique than many places nearby, and it caught me by surprise. Despite all that, I got a burger...I just really felt like a burger. So this means that I will be back to try other items. Overall first impression was good. read more

I was not impressed. It was rather loud. The food was OK, but over-priced, along with the rest of the menu. The beer selection was pretty good though. The waitress was kind of creepy, but nice. The crowd was a mix of yuppies and hipsters, and a few sportos. The vegetarian selection was limited. Also, there are only two, single person bathrooms, both of which are unisex. The chick before me peed all over the seat. YUCK! All and all, not a very good experience. I doubt I'll go there again. read more

Awesome brunch spot in Northern Liberties. Def a hipster vibe sans the douchey pretentiousness that overwhelms Billyburg. I'm from Philly originally but now reside in the island of Manhattan, but it is always fun to come back to the first city I called home and see how it is constantly changing and evolving. This spot is a prime example. Since it was nice out we sat outside and there was lots of good people watching and funny dogs groveling for table droppings. I sat outside with a wonderful Philly Yelper and we ordered Bloodys which arrived quickly. The brunch menu had at least 4 items that caught my eye and then I was handed the specials menu that had about 4 more. It was a tough call but after asking the waitress to confirm that the biscuits were baked in house, I landed on the sausage and eggs on cheddar biscuits. They were drowned in a thick gravy and totally filled me up. My fellow yelper had no complaints about the huevos rancheros and the bite I had was 2 legit to quit. My only complaint would be that both dishes had sprinkled cheese on top and I would've liked to see the cheese melted/blended into the dish, not really thrown on top like an after thought. I like my food HOT, and it coulda been a tad hotter. But all in all, very solid tasty brunch. I would certainly return. read more

Went a couple weeks ago, sorry for the late add. Overall I don't give many 5 star reviews but everything was excellent. Beer selection is top notch. They have local brews plus a few Cali beers. Had 2 diff IPA,both excellent. Dinner was fantastic and our server was on point and super sweet. Ordered steak frite and was so delicious. Flank steak cooked to a perfect mid rare covered in gravy along with some delicious homemade fries. 15 minute in I saw a Mac n cheese go past our table and I just had to order. Tremendous move! Some of the best I have EVER had, strongly recommend. Overall a great joint, cool vibe ( band of horses album was on) and excellent prices for fresh delicious food. read more

I have now been here 3 times and I am happy to say it's a perfect little neighborhood spot. Their food is good and the atmosphere is awesome whether its sitting outside in the summer or inside. We like taking visitors from out of town here because I think it really shows of the uniqueness of our neighborhood. That being said, the last time I was there the service was slightly lacking. I asked a simple question about whether a substitution could be made on one of the dishes and the waitress was pretty rude about it. Personally I think their brunch is just average and isn't as good as their dinner and for this reason I might not return for brunch right away. Our favorite menu items are the eggplant fries (only available during dinner, also got chastised for this one) and the signature N3rd wings. But because this spot is so close and the food is good we will return. read more

sup, north third? you're lookin pretty sexy. due to the fact that each and every time i have been here i've pregamed -- liberally -- elsewhere, i always enjoy myself. that's not to say it wouldnt be just as glorious sober and with all my faculties. i'd assume most people function just fine at these sorts of establishments without first downing daybeers for little to no reason on a sunday. check it out for yourself, see if i'm lying. oh and thanks for not judging me while i order and NOM the hell out of some mashed potatoes, pizza, and fries. yeah. read more

North Third is a great spot for dinner and drinks. They have an excellent selection of local and regional drafts and a big (but not excessive) menu. From wings, to salads, to burgers, to a nice steak you have plenty of options. Price wise it's not overly expensive but a step above normal bar food. Parking has become pretty though in Northern Liberties these days, so if you're having trouble your best bet is down near Spring Garden. read more

After climbing I was craving a cobb salad. I yelped "cobb salad" near my current location and North 3rd appeared. How could I have forgotten!!?!??! Needless to say, I ordered it and was in heavennnnn! So so so so good. The chicken is perfection. The dressing is outstanding. I can't wait to eat the other half of it tomorrow! Oh also--my husband got the Braised Shortrib Special Sandwich--all we can say is we sandwish it were permanently on the menu! Holy cow was it good. Outstanding. Service was great, too!! read more

I've been to North Third a few times now and have enjoyed each experience. The decor is interesting to look at and gives the place a comfortable atmosphere without seeming like it's tried too hard. The first time I came here on a date and sat in the front of the place. Our waiter was friendly and helpful with specials suggestions, but not too pushy. Both myself and my date enjoyed our meal. I started with the tomato soup and my date the squash soup which were both very good and well flavored. We both also enjoyed our entrees of salmon and a pulled pork sandwich respectively. The most recent time I was there was with a larger group and we sat at the back bar. The bartender was friendly and patient with our somewhat flitting attention spans. I, being a creature of habit, had the pulled pork sandwich again and again enjoyed it. Their beer list isn't as large as some other places you can find in the area, but what they have is interesting enough. I had attempted to host my last birthday gathering here and while I was told that they don't take reservations, they were very helpful and accommodating for planning a really large group on a Saturday night. Unfortunately, the weather had other plans and we had to cancel, but I image that the evening would have gone smoothly had it not been for the few feet of snow in the way. I definitely recommend this place if you're looking for somewhere that will have good food, good beer and a nice, laid back, welcoming atmosphere. read more

This is a very chill laid back place to go. It's always a calm atmosphere with dimly lit dining area, which gives it a cool vibe. Usually when I come here I get wings and fries, however I've had a few other dishes and they were all great. The drinks are amazing as well. They serve dinner late, which is always a plus. The only complaint I have is parking. It's a pain trying to find a spot on any given day of the week... Overall this is a great place to dine, drink and hangout. Definitely the go-to spot when I'm in Philly and don't have dinner reservations! read more

I love punk rock brunch. Visiting Phillie for the weekend, I stumbled into North Third almost on accident, having traveled up to Northern Liberties to visit the apparently famous Honey's Sit-n-Eat, but not willing to wait the hour it was going to take to get seated. So, seeing a much smaller crowd at an establishment only a block away, we decided to wander in and see what was up. Inside we were greeted with weird, eclectic decor, tattooed staff and patrons, and the smell of delicious fried things coming out of the kitchen. We bypassed the half hour wait by grabbing seats at the bar, and within minutes were perusing the menu with drinks in hand. The menu was one in which I wanted to try everything on it--very chorizo heavy, lots of somewhat unusual combinations, and overall extensive, with both vegetarian and meaty options (though definitely MUCH more of the latter). I ended up ordering the breakfast poutine, which was big, delicious Belgian-cut french fried with melted mozzerella and a fried egg, all topped with red wine gravy. Yu-um. The french toast, which my boyfriend ordered, was also solid (though there was nothing particularly unusual about it). My complaints about the place are two. First: all restaurateurs reading this, please pay close attention (because this is a complaint I have about a lot of restaurants): if you have an establishment in a major metropolitan area, chances are there are LOTS OF VEGETARIANS trying to eat at your establishment. So, it just makes good business sense to cater to them. North Third looked like the type of place that would have been very vegetarian friendly, but it wasn't, not particularly. Out of their huge menu, there were only three vegetarian options, but if they'd have just offered veggie sausage or veggie chorizo, they could've made most of the menu vegetarian friendly, all while keeping the prices the same and the essence of the food the same. So, that's one complaint. The second? Their elderflower kir royale should've been delicious, since it was made out of champagne, St. Germaine, and Chambord, three of the tastiest alcoholic beverages in existence, yet it tasted like cough medicine. And their mimosas, while strong, were not cold enough and also tasted sort of gross and flat. However, complaints aside, the food was delicious, the wait wasn't as bad as its neighbors, the service was friendly, and if you're in the neighborhood, its definitely a solid choice. read more

Best place ever!!!!! I loved the food here so much we came back the next day for brunch. We were visiting some friends that live in Philly and this place was extremely memorable. It reminds me of the "tu tu tango" restaurant in coconut grove. Service was great, drinks and food were phenomenal!!!! read more

On a nice day what I love about this setting is the openness of either sitting inside next to the wide open windows/doorways or relaxing at one of the few outdoor tables. If you shy away from the sun the inside is nice and dim with an eclectic collection of artwork that will have your eyes darting all over the place. I've been happy with the food the last couple of times I've been there. I'm not much of a brunch person, but the menu is diverse enough that I didn't have a problem finding something I truly enjoyed. The service has always been friendly and quick. If your going in the evening for drinks I found the place was an average bar. (This area has some very solid bars to compete against). Kind of on the noisy side, so not so great for a group, but definitely good for a date. read more

The food here is SO DELICIOUS. The kitchen wasn't opening until 5:00pm, but they were happy to seat us and serve us drinks when we arrived at 4:45. Our waitress took our order as soon as the kitchen opened and was very attentive. I had the tomato soup off the regular menu and a spicy honey chicken sandwich, which was one of the specials. The tomato soup was described as coming with "grilled Vermont cheddar cheese." I thought that meant there would be cheese on top of my soup, but no. IT ARRIVED WITH AN ACTUAL GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH. It was awesome, obviously. And the soup itself was so creamy it was orange. My chicken sandwich was great too, huge and fried and topped with diced pickles (!!) which I loved, but might've been hard for a pickle hater to pick off. And the French fries reminded me of boardwalk fries. Highly recommended! I can't wait to go back. read more

my review was written in oct 2012, but was not posted: here it is First off- the people who wrote about sullen employees but didn't have "bad" service should stop complaining. although their review was funny it was not accurate. while most of northern liberties is filled with hipsters that cannot find a job with their art degree, this place had friendly employees and great speedy service. I've been there a few times. Amazing service. prompt and knowledgable. Bread and split pea soup were so yummy on a cold night which we followed by the pulled pork tacos- best I've ever had. And perfect meal - lamb burger with arugula and feta. Everything tasted great, atmosphere was dim and cozy and on the way out I smelled someone else's wings and considered getting an order to go because I was stuffed but they smelled absolutely incredible! Go here- great food, service, atmosphere. A++++ read more

I live only a few blocks away from North Third but had not ventured in until last night. Based upon Yelp reviews it sounded like a great place to take my visiting guests, but this proved to be a poor decision. Upon arriving, our group of four noticed a four top table outside that was empty, and only needed to have the dishes cleared. Upon asking the hostess if we could claim the table, we were told another party had already laid claim to it. The restaurant was only filled to perhaps one half to one third capacity, and there did not appear to be any party waiting in the foyer or at the bar to be seated, so I am not exactly who this outside table was being reserved for. Having settled for indoor seating, we were marched through the restaurant to the secondary seating area. We noticed upon walking into this area that there were several tables by the front windows, allowing for a nice view, even if not on the outside. Instead, we were seated at a table in the very rear of the restaurant immediately next to the bathrooms, despite a half empty dining room. We again felt somewhat slighted. We were a group of well behaved professional adults, and felt that for some reason we were being tucked away out of view for some reason. Despite our displeasure at the service so far, we decided to order drinks and numerous appetizers for sharing. These included the tuna ceviche, hummus platter, margherita pizza, eggplant fries, an order of "homemade" pierogis and vegetarian spring rolls. Once the food arrived, unfortunately, our experience at North Third did not improve. While I will not say that the food was awful, it was certainly not good. The pierogis were plain and tasted no better than store bought frozen pierogis. The hummus too was simple and bland and compares with any store bought product. The margherita pizza was unseasoned and slightly burnt, and the spring rolls were mediocre at best. The only food item everyone seemed to enjoy were the eggplant fries. These were hardly complex dishes to prepare but North Third managed to ruin all but one. With all of the local competing restaurants to choose from in Northern Liberties, it is hard to believe that this one has managed to stay in business if this is the best they can do. From start to finish this was a poor dining experience and I would surely never recommend this restaurant or return in the future. With so many other great dining options available in the area, I would suggest dining elsewhere. read more

Great food, great atmosphere, great service. I came here with my boyfriend and a friend on a Monday evening. Our server was very attentive throughout. He gave good menu suggestions and checked on us frequently. The dining area was full of interesting things to look at while we waited, although the food came pretty quickly. We ordered the thai chili wings, oysters, free range chicken, and the trout. Everything was delicious with healthy portions. I will certainly be back. read more

Very eclectic, diverse menu? Check. Wacky, interesting decor? Check. Independent Movie night? Check. The only problem is that it can get a little bit crowded when the late night drinking crowd moves in. Go visit. You'll like it. read more

I have gone to north third many times for dinner, once for brunch. They have great wings, great local beers on tap and usually have great interesting specials to try every night. One special sticks out in my mind very clearly even though its been almost 2 years since I ate it. venison and polenta...Mmm it was one of the best meals I've eaten, ever. I've taken visiting friends here even my family. The service has always been great, only a minor complaint - the music is so loud all the time, I wish they'd turn it down slightly until later in the night. You can bypass this music issue by sitting outside in the summertime/fall. The corner its on is starting to look really nice so its pleasant to sit outside and look around while you eat. There is also nice decor inside, and they can completely open the side of the building with their fancy fold up doors. Anyway, if you haven't tried north third, do. read more

My most recent trip to North Third, happened, ironically, to be my third time! In this case, the old adage doesn't apply as this experience was far from a charm (of course, the first two were splendid, y else would I be returning?). Absentee service. Up charges for anything imaginable (I'm guessing because we are far from hipsters and they were taxing us). Forgotten orders. And the worse, they messed up our order TWICE...big mess up when the oversight involves cheese and sausage served to a lactose intolerant vegetarian. Given my previous experience, I'm willing to write this off as an "off day" but I will approach my next visit with great hesitation and heck, maybe even a lil anticipation bc those stoli dolis are banging! read more

Yum! We left North Third last night full and happy, and without draining our bank account. Since the day had warmed up nicely, we snagged a cozy table outside on the sidewalk and enjoyed the sun. We ordered some $5 beers, and perused the menu. I decided on the tomato soup and the pulled pork sandwich, and my honey got the white bean soup and crispy chicken sandwich. The soups were ah-mazing, and my tomato soup was served with a mini little grilled cheese square floating on the top. Delish! Our sandwiches were great, too, and the waitress happily substituted mashed potatoes for the onion rings that were supposed to come with my sandwich at no additional charge. I believe the same people own North Third as do Silk City, although I'm not positive. I could see similarities on the menus though, and they both boast excellent wings. Overall, we had a great dinner and will definitely be back! read more

Do you ever desire to be served pancakes as you gaze upon a pair of big ol' titties hanging on the wall? If so, this is your place. Great brunch/dinner, good beer, and lots of boobs. Winner. read more

I am definitely a fan. They have a pretty descent beer selection, and it's about average price. We had the wings and french fries with the spicy mayo sauce for appetizer. This was very delicious. I also tried some chicken sandwich and the BBQ ribs, both were very good. *Note - the wings were awesome. They are as good, if not better than McGillans or Moriarties if you've had theirs. Will go back again, hopefully soon! read more

North 3rd Score: 17 Burger Quality: 4 Bun: 3 Fries: 3 Extras: 3 Value: 4 2 Sentence Review: Decent burger, hip atmosphere. Go there with confidence but prepare to wait ------------------------------------------- How does Burger Einstein's rating system work? - Burgers are rated across 5 categories (see below) - Category scores can range from 0 to 5, with 5 being "Outstanding". - Total score (out of 25) is determined. Scores above 20 earn 5 Stars (rare), between 16 and 20 gets 4 stars and so on Burger Einstein Categories 1. Burger Quality: Good meat or Bubba Burger? 2. Bun: Does it compliment the burger or overwhelm it? 3. Fries: Do I accept the guilt or compare them to my Ex 4. Extras: Wild card. Could range from Cheese to bourbon to atmosphere 5. Value: Burger cost relative to smiles (heavily influenced by how much bourbon I drink) read more

I come here all the time. Jack is the man and always takes the best of care with us. We were just here to catch the tail end of brunch (which the one barback told us goes until 3:30pm). Then our bartender (larger fellow) told us there was no brunch. Just saying- be consistent. Have your whole team on the same page. And serve brunch until you are supposed to. Instead of having us drive into the city for nothing. Thanks. read more

This used to be my favorite spot pre-covid! I'm literally sitting at a table here right now, and let me say the server Mia or whatever is lucky they put a 20% tip on the bill because the service was HORRIBLE. She didn't check on us at all, didn't come to ask about new drinks or desserts. And we put a note in the reservation that this was for my birthday! Only came to take our drink order. I have been waiting with plates stacked and it's a mild Thursday night. Cant say enough how terrible this was. Please do better OR make the tip optional. I work in the industry at a spot in rittenhouse and this was TERRIBLE. read more

Stopped in here on a Saturday night. I love the atmosphere, very dia de los muertos. The food and drink selection was solid. I had a big lunch, so just went with an order of calamari. It was really excellent, very tender, not at all chewy. My companion had the chicken sandwich which was surprisingly large. The fries that were served with it were great, reminded me of boardwalk fries. I went with Southern Tier Pale Ale as my beverage, they had some left from beer week. read more

The food here is fine. It's not spectacular, but I like it. Usually really good beers on tap and the staff are nice to you. Go for the huge painting of boobs and the douchebags who will be seated next to you. Both are great to make fun of. No, really, they enhance your experience. Basically, this place would be fantastic if there were some lights. If you want to go to a restaurant where you can't see your food a foot in front of your face, this is the place for you. But the paintings of boobs are always very well lit. read more