Went to see DJ Mina's set and paid $33 to be in a sauna; it was so hot in there with the amount of…read morepeople inside and it seemed like they didn't want to turn on their A/C. The doormen were polite. They didn't have a dress code posted in their website but charged $20 for those that wore athleisure? Our friends just ended up paying instead of being turned away since we're from out of town and the hotel was far away. Were they just hustling? The drinks were overpriced and watered down. We went for the DJ's set but will definitely not recommend this place.

Went here on a Sunday after a race. The place is lovely. I ordered the chicken and waffles for…read morebrunch and it was delicious. The presentation of the dish was a nice touch. The waitress made sure to bring us extra water for our large group. Prices were good too.

Bok Bar feels like the reward at the top of one of Philadelphia's most inspired acts of…read morearchitectural reinvention. I had been here a few times before, but always later at night, when Center City had become a field of lights and much of the city itself had disappeared. Arriving around 5:30 before dinner at Irwin's was completely different: the texture, color, and architectural detail of Philadelphia were still visible, from the brick neighborhoods below to the older structures and towers rising toward Center City. I realized I had never fully appreciated how beautiful the city looks from up here in daylight. At that hour, the crowd may have appealed to me almost as much as the setting. It felt full of people in roughly the same stage of life as my wife and me: couples on dates, old friends catching up, and people who still love a great happy hour but probably get to enjoy one less often these days. There was a wonderful sense of people being genuinely pleased to be out on a beautiful evening, sipping a glass or two of rosé and enjoying company they had made time to see. It felt social without being frantic, grown up without being dull, and cool without trying very hard. Somehow, the whole place lands at a strange and wonderful intersection of the YMCA, a John Hughes public high school, and the relaxed design sensibility of Soho House or The Hoxton. The YMCA part is the lack of ego and organic community; the John Hughes part lives in hallways and bathrooms that could have appeared in The Breakfast Club or Ferris Bueller's Day off. Warm lighting, raw materials, and an attractive cross section of Philadelphia give it a cosmopolitan glow that never feels staged. On a warm summer evening, there is even a faint Wet Hot American Summer looseness to the whole operation. Walking in made that combination almost comically tangible. We passed inMovement's full gymnastics facility beneath the old "Girls Gym" sign; we had taken our 3.5-year-old daughter to a birthday party at its smaller Queen Village location, so seeing this enormous Olympic-style setup inside Bok was especially fun. A fit guy in a perfectly worn vintage Venice Beach T-shirt, and for a second the building felt suspended somewhere between 1930s South Philadelphia and 1980s Southern California. Places like this feel plausible in Los Angeles and Philadelphia, cities where large old structures can still become something strange, ambitious, and culturally alive. My wife and I grabbed Diet Cokes, found seats easily, and spent a little time outside before heading across the hall to Irwin's. The staff was friendly, and the whole experience felt like a neighborhood gathering place, despite occupying one of the city's most dramatic rooftops. There is a little bohemian capitalism in the mix: commercially alive, aesthetically sharp, and still pleasantly rough around the edges. It has the forward-looking energy of somewhere like Venice without drifting into the sterile polish that can swallow parts of Santa Monica. Food gives me another reason to return. I ate at Bok Bar on an earlier visit and remember being seriously impressed; this time, the Korean tacos looked fantastic, but I had to leave them untouched because dinner was waiting a few steps away at Irwin's. I also keep seeing the yoga, fitness classes, and other programming and would love to experience the rooftop in an entirely different way. Bok has always felt broader than a conventional bar, which is probably why all of those uses seem so natural here. Ultimately, Bok Bar reflects one of Philadelphia's best instincts: finding a new purpose for an extraordinary old building while preserving the grain of what was already there. The larger Bok complex now houses artists, makers, and businesses, while enough of the vocational school remains visible to shape the place's personality. Bok Bar captures that balance beautifully, giving a historic building a lively contemporary purpose that feels imaginative, useful, and deeply local. I left thinking that 5:30 on a gorgeous evening may be my favorite version of it yet.

I love the skyline view from Bok Bar. Spacious area with plenty of seating…read more Check out for restaurants that serve food here. I had the chance to try Cantina Martina. Delicious food. Food was ready right away.

Good selection of beer. It is clean and cozy but spacious. A ton of TV's with all the sportsread more

If you're looking for a chill spot in Chinatown to catch a game, sip a drink, and hang out, this…read moreplace gets the job done. It's an Asian fusion bar that feels more like a classic sports bar with some added flair. Alongside your usual fries and onion rings, you'll find things like bánh mì and bacon-wrapped chicken skewers on the menu. We tried both. The bacon-wrapped chicken skewers looked promising but didn't quite land. The chicken was a bit overcooked and had a chewy texture, while the bacon added a heavy saltiness without much depth. It felt like they tried to bring the moisture back with oil after the fact, which made it feel a little greasy. The flavor was very one-note--salty, with no real spice or sweetness to balance it out. I could see it working better if you were drinking, though. The bánh mì was decent but leaned heavily into a Western take. The bread was soft with a light crisp on the outside, but the filling lacked the punchy flavors you'd expect from a traditional one. There was no bold pickled tang or herbaceous kick--just mild meat, light sauce, and basic veggies. Not bad, just not exciting. Where the place really shines is the atmosphere. TVs in every direction, casual energy, and a space that clearly knows its crowd. If you're here for drinks and the game, you'll be in your element. Service was solid. The staff was friendly, quick, and made us feel welcome. Overall, the food didn't hit the mark for me, especially given it's in Chinatown where expectations are higher. But if you want a fun, low-key hangout with a big drink menu and all the screens, this spot makes sense.

Good beer selection, very good food, excellent service and friendly staff…read more Loved the breading on the fish and chips. Neighborhood vibe.

First time coming in--had to visit an Eagles bar and this is the first one that comes up on google!…read more Service was great, and food came out fast. The vibe was good as well--I can see why this is a common spot to watch the games! The food was ok, but nothing special to me. The pretzel bites were worth $6 but not something I would seek out again. The crab burger was ok--pretty dry. the Philly cheesesteak wasn't my favorite--meat was very fatty, almost like sausage. Wouldn't come back here for the food to be honest, but would for the vibe during a game.

I LOVED this place as soon as I laid my eyes on it because of the TV's outside and the outside…read moreseating for the World Cup games!!! My family and I came here for lunch and to watch a WC game at noon. I was even more impressed once inside! Nice big TVs EVERYWHERE!!! I mentioned to the hostess how great of a set up they had and what a bummer no one was inside to watch Argentina vs Egypt! Anyhow, she wanted to sit us right in front of the two TVs that were NOT playing the soccer game. I thought I was in the twilight zone. I asked her if we could sit in front of the tv that was playing the game. She said the game was being played on the other tvs and pointed at the bar TVs. Those TVs weren't far, but the tables she was going to sit us at were MUCH closer. She appeared to pout in silence and almost felt like she rolled her eyes. I couldn't believe she was giving me attitude when there was no one in the restaurant!!! She picked up the menus, put them on another table in the middle of the place, but further away from the original tables which was a great location! I remained standing where I was. She picked up the menus, put them down on another table near where I was standing but in front of a tv playing soccer and walked away. I was floored I felt she gave me attitude. The saga continues. I asked for the get game to be put on on another tv. The manager or owner walked over to change it quickly. I yelled thank you, he barely glanced my way with a serious face and said nothing. That AGAIN felt RUDE!!! What in the world is going on! I asked nicely for both requests and I feel I get attitude both times! The food was great! Big portions!!! THANKFULLY our waitress was decent. I'm not from the area, but I would definitely come back. I just hope the hostess is a lil nicer...

Until recently, I've only been to Urban Saloon for drinks. All those experiences have been great…read more When it's super busy for a game or something special, they clear out a lot of their tables to make space for guests. It's a huge spot with a long bar which makes getting drinks easy. Their bartenders are always on it, serving drinks quickly! Recently I went for dinner and it was SO good, I can't believe I've been missing out for this long! Living in Philly, everyone has their favorite roast pork sandwich, and I was so pleasantly surpised on this one! It was so flavorful and the portion was big! Beyond that, we got a spinach dip and mac and cheese, the dip was good, but definitely not my favorite. The mac and cheese was so great! Our waitress was lovely and the meal was great. I'll def be back for food again soon!

Delicious! My burger was fantastic!…read more I highly recommend Two Robbers - the prices are reasonable, which is a relief

It's really nice to come here for a consistently delicious burger and fries. The outdoor seating…read morewhen they first open and no one is there yet, * chefs kiss * and for $12 on the happy hour menu, why not come here.

I love love love PHS Pop Up Garden. Every experience is great…read more There is plenty of seating and it is so beautiful. The bathrooms are clean and well lit. The staff is friendly and moves quickly. I love that you can order your drink up at the bar or order right from the QR code on your table. The prices are average and they have lots of fun seasonal drinks. The food is surprisingly good and also reasonably priced. I look forward to this pop up every year!!!

The vibe! Who can't appreciate a beautiful day in a gorgeous garden! And with drinks and snacks! I…read morestumbled upon PHS while staying at a near h Airbnb for the weekend. It's tucked away and you'd almost miss it. The setup is really cute...plenty of seating and tea lights and greenery. They have some music playing just at conversational level so it's not disruptive but noticeable. You can order drinks and snacks from the bar or your table QR code. I ordered the Passion Punch and Chimichurri Chicken Skewers. The pinch was pre-made; I would've liked an individual serving. But it was sweet and tangy. I would've liked a little more bourbon and less sweet but it was tasty! The skewers were good with the sauce. Dogs are welcomed and they provide water bowls. I would come back!

Went to lunch with my brother and 2 of his friends…read more Stephanie was very friendly and very attentive. The lunch was so yummy. Three of us had the short ribs and they were delicious and meat fell apart didn't need a fork. I live in Los Angeles and was really happy with this pick! Thank you!

I am impressed and I shall return! They have something that is hard to find these days - a classic…read moreburger! If a person wants one with cheese, they just need to order the The Pennsport Burger. This makes it fair for us lactose intolerant people, because we are not having to pay $16 for a burger that has cheese we cannot eat. Instead, we order a classic burger for $13 and it is quite good! Most places in philly have tried to get me to pay for the burger with cheese price and they become angry when I say "No thank you, I will not pay for cheese that I'm not going to eat, so I will refrain from ordering". Then I walk out. Some of them offer to refrain from adding the cheese, but they still want me to pay for the cheese. Outrageous. Anyhow, Moonshine has a new fan because they are not unethical. Oh, and their drinks selection is good, and the service is fantastic.