27 x 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 x Best Local Bars in Philadelphia

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.

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Doug

Daub

Dec 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

Dec 4, 2025

Brauhaus Schmitz

Soccer and beer

"Brauhaus Schmitz" Philadelphia is a great bar for watching soccer or having some German beer with a schnitzel. Check out the school bus deal - amazing!

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Doug

Daub

Dec 4, 2025

Hop Sing Laundromat

Prohibition is back

"Hop Sing Laundromat" in Philadelphia is a proper prohibition-era bar. Sign on door, dressing up, having to be polite to the door man... everything's here.

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Doug

Daub

Dec 4, 2025

Cira Green

Philadelphia's park in the sky

"Cira Green" is in an urban park on an unassuming parking garage in Philadelphia. Go 11 floors up and discover grass, trees and incredible views...

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Holly

Miller

Dec 4, 2025

Front Street Cafe

Fun in Fishtown

"Front Street Cafe" in Fishtown, Philadelphia, specializes in delicious farm-to-table vegan/vegetarian fare. I tend to go for the black bean burger...

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Jeff

Landis

Dec 4, 2025

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