The Best Local Bars in Philadelphia

Explore the vibrant bar scene in Philadelphia. From cozy cafes to trendy bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Sip cold beers and fine wines at Tria or head to Lloyd for refreshing cocktails and whiskey. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable evening in the city!

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27 Hidden Gems

ARS Brewery

Beer paradise

Beer lovers have lots to celebrate in Philadelphia! Enter "ARS Brewery", a South Philly Garage Brewery (complete in an old garage and visible distillery).

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Bronwyn

Lepore

Apr 7, 2025

Sally

Friendly, local, tasty food!

"Sally" in Philadelphia is a casual and friendly restaurant that's also been named the Best New Restaurant of 2021...

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Restaurants

Bronwyn

Lepore

Apr 6, 2025

Chris Jazz Cafe

Live jazz and Southern cuisine

"Chris Jazz Cafe" in Philadelphia has been keeping the jazz flames alive in Center City for over 30 years. A night here is an absolute event...

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Restaurants

Bronwyn

Lepore

Apr 6, 2025

Sassafras Bar

My favorite bar to meet friends

Considered the Grand Dame of neighborhood bars, "Sassafras Bar" in Philadelphia is dark and cozy, with a beautiful vintage wooden bar... A local favorite!

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Restaurants

Snacks

Bronwyn

Lepore

Apr 6, 2025

South Bowl

Bowling and beer

"South Bowl" in Philadelphia has it all: video games, a good 26 lanes for bowling of course, as well as a special semi-private space upstairs.

Bars

Relaxing

Doug

Daub

Apr 4, 2025

Tattooed Mom

The dive bar of South St

"Tattooed Mom" is a dive bar in Philadelphia I always have a great time at. People-watching while I'm downing cheap beer is my favorite thing to do there.

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Doug

Daub

Apr 4, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Philadelphia

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Bronwyn

Holly

You?

Doug

Jeff

Andrea

Rob

Cara

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Bronwyn

Holly

You?

Doug

Jeff

Andrea

Rob

Cara

ARS Brewery

Beer paradise

Bronwyn

Lepore

Sally

Friendly, local, tasty food!

Bronwyn

Lepore

Chris Jazz Cafe

Live jazz and Southern cuisine

Bronwyn

Lepore

Sassafras Bar

My favorite bar to meet friends

Bronwyn

Lepore

South Bowl

Bowling and beer

Doug

Daub

Tattooed Mom

The dive bar of South St

Doug

Daub

Heading to Bars?

... for just €9.99

Going to Bars?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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