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    Fishtown Social

    4.0 (87 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Dogs allowed

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    Rye Manhattan
    Kelli K.

    Stopped in for a night cap and left with an amazing bottle of natural wine! The Manhattan I had was tasty, and I loved the crackers and accompaniments that came with the cheese plate. The cheese itself was great as well. The service was quick and friendly. As other reviewers have noted, it's very cute and cozy inside They have a large selection of wines for such a small spot! Prices ranged from $20-$40 or so. I really appreciated the variety of high quality choices from around the globe. I ended up picking up a bottle of orange wine, which isn't as common to find, and it did not disappoint. I would stop by again anytime!

    Avinyó Blanc
    Brandon J.

    A few friends and I decided after dinner we wanted to stop into Fishtown Social to check it out because we hadn't stopped in before. As we walked in we were greeted by the bartender and sat at the bar. After looking at the menu we presently surprised with the wine/cocktails/drafts list as they had a relatively niche list that allowed for options as well. I was stuck between the Echeverria and Avinyó Blanc, which I was given a taste test for both. The bartender explained that the Avinyó Blanc was their favorite and after the testing, I couldn't agree more. You could taste the hints of pear & citrus peel pairing together for a refreshing flavor, while still having bubbles needed for the sparkling vibe. I will definitely be coming back for happy hour in the near future! I would also recommend this as a date spot as there isn't an overwhelming amount of people at the bar. I also think their lighting was perfect where it's not too dark, but you can also see the person(s) next to you! Price points for wines/cocktails were between $12-$16. They offered snacks for when the kitchen is open running from $9-$11, and lastly they did have charcuterie boards listed at $15 per board!

    Bubbles, Riesling, Chardonnay
    Michelle C.

    I had a great experience placing a wine delivery with Fishtown Social a few weeks ago. The full list of offerings is available on their website, with some notes about each bottle. I ordered two whites (including a dry riesling from local winery Wayvine - I love this wine!) and a bottle of bubbles. Deliveries take place on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. I placed my order through email on a Thursday night, received confirmation and paid on Friday morning, and received the delivery that afternoon. There's really something for everyone on Fishtown Social's wine list, so give them a look next time you're stocking up on wine.

    Wine!
    Tejas K.

    Great cozy spot to grab drinks! Enjoyed the experience and thought the atmosphere was nice and low-key

    Bansri P.

    Great low-key, cozy spot to grab wine if you're in Fishtown! The bartender was friendly and engaging and the wine was excellent. Overall, had an enjoyable experience and would return if I'm in the area.

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    Hannah F.

    Rated as one of the best wine stores in PA. The staff is always so friendly and makes amazing recommendations. I love their wine and the variety. They also have incredible truffle almonds if you make it while the kitchen is open. Another recommendation is their wine on tap.

    Jaime H.

    Such great owners! This is a perfect happy hour spot on Frankford especially when the weather is permitting for the outdoor season. I believe this is the only spot in the area offering big-a-shuck 7 days a week along with drink specials. The Saturday & Sunday 3-5pm happy hour deal is a great addition. Great lite bites offered too cheese boards etc. They have a bottle shop attached at the back where you can purchase bottles to go.

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    Great ambience and friendly staff. Absolutely love this place for almost any occasion!

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    The wine and food and staff are all good. It's kinda a grown up place for fishtown, a lot more comfortable than the cooler places

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    Great experience! Abby was awesome. Service, cocktails & atmosphere. Perfect French77

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    Very knowledgeable and friendly staff, always a nice time, a little more upscale than your usual fishtown bar. Amazing wines.

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    48 Record Bar

    48 Record Bar

    4.0
    (27 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    What a unique, curated, and enriching experience. The bar is upstairs of Sassafras, with a cozy…read moreclose stairwell leading upstairs. You'd be unlikely to find this unless you knew to look for it. The main feature of this bar is the cocktail menu; it's creative and ambitious and yet very approachable, with helpful adjectives for each cocktail. The Mango Sticky Rice made my jaw drop; not only did the juicy mango come through, but also somehow a sense of starchiness, while being entirely balanced with the liquor. Definitely some of the best cocktails in Philly. And the music and vibe is so cozy but lively; the live records spinning create a warm atmosphere that is not sleepy nor dancey, instead you'll find yourself tapping your feet and swaying in your seat while in deep conversation or just enjoyable contemplation. I have to shout out Carl and Brianna, who made our evening especially unforgettable. They guided us seamlessly through the menu, were so knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. They really made 48 Record Bar feel like a second home we can't wait to return to. Last thing- the bathroom setup was such a fun surprise, you have to check it out!!

    Located upstairs from Sassafras, this is place is cozy. The music is played from records which just…read moregives it an amazing vibe. They have very unique drinks and the two we ordered were absolutely delicious. This is a great space with great service and a wonderful ambiance.

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    Sassafras Bar

    Sassafras Bar

    4.4
    (458 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    I wish Jen and I had shown up in matching flapper dresses because Sassafras feels like stepping…read morestraight into the 1920s. Huge bar, giant wall of liquor bottles, dim lighting, and a cool old-school vibe. I told the bartender that ordering a beer in a place like this felt like I was insulting him. He laughed and told me not to worry about it. The drink special was called "Naked and Famous," which honestly sounded like the perfect cocktail to order in honor of Jen. But then I spotted a dark beer on the menu that sounded too good to pass up. If you follow me, you know I'm slowly becoming a dark beer guy. I liked it a lot. The sandwich special was a cheesesteak. Sorry, I should've taken a picture of the menu. But I really enjoyed it, and for $18 it came with a mountain of seasoned fries, which feels like a bargain these days. Bomb Shell: the two people working absolutely crushed it. I don't know if they were understaffed or if Monday night got busier than expected, but they were working their tails off the entire time. Even with that, they stayed polite, friendly, helpful, and incredibly accommodating to the guy carrying around a mannequin. Great visit to Sassafras!

    Sassafras has been a consistently solid bar for me. I have been obsessed with their pisco sour and…read morethe drink comes equally as good each time I order it. The drink menu is extensive and well planned. I love the prices the most probably. The service is good but not super fast as they usually only have 1-2 people serving, so only go here if you have time to wait. The staff is always kind and accommodating. The food here is also very solid. The cheese steak and the burger are both delicious though the burger might take the #1 spot. I love vibes of the place and find myself relaxing and sipping a lovely drink while staring at the beautiful tiled walls. The quality is high and the prices decently low

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    Buena Vista Mexican Restaurant

    Buena Vista Mexican Restaurant

    4.2
    (13 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Showed up for dinner right around 5 pm and sat down at the spacious bar. The whole restaurant is…read morehuge and so much bigger than you expect. Service was impeccable from David. I got a crisp XX on draft. The tortilla soup was hot and mildly spicy, just the way I like it. But the real star was the chipotle chicken. Juicy and tender chicken, stuffed with cheese and peppers then smothered in the chipotle sauce. It was perfect. Absolutely love this place and will be back again. P.S. they also host dance parties on Saturday nights and a pool table in the back ;)

    This restaurant occupies the space where Han Dynasty used to be. The entrance is on Chestnut…read morestreet. Very big space. I got there on Wednesday around 6 and there were only a couple of customers at the bar. I almost left because I didn't see any employees. Finally someone came out to greet me and seated me in the middle are. He had to put some paper at the bottom of the table because it was a bit wobbly. A lot of choices in the menu. I ordered guacamole and chips for appetizers and it came out right away. The chips are fresh and not stale. Good amount of guacamole. Street corn aka elote. The corn is juicy. Unfortunately, it was not enrobed with mayo and cotija cheese as a typical elote should be. Fried plantain: not many slices. They are dry and not sweet . I was hoping for more ripe plantain Birria tacos: small tacos, the consommé lacks of depth of flavor. I could only taste saltines. The waiter asked if I wanted rice and beans. I said only beans. It's basically mashed refried beans. I wasn't aware that it costs extra $4. My husband ordered this dish served in half pineapple. It has chorizo and shrimp. Again , lacking depth of flavor, very salty. Service was great. The staff is friendly. Credit card is accepted but with a fee. There's an ATM if you prefer to pay with cash.

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    Almanac

    Almanac

    4.4
    (33 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Staff and my new friend made me feel like I was the only person in the room, paying attention to…read moredetails and my unspoken cues, making the evening magical and flawlessly easy to just sit back and enjoy every moment. Thank you. One for the 'princess secrets for Real Men'. Watch out for the article boys. This night nailed it even for a pro player;)-

    My husband and I went here as a little birthday celebration/fourth of July vacation treat…read more My husband's food ranking: Yuzu Miso Glazed Wings - Addictive Cucumber - Spicy Miso Mazeman Ramen - Ocean Trout Crudo My food ranking: Addictive Cucumber - Yuzu Miso Glazed Wings - Spicy Miso Mazeman Ramen - Ocean Trout Crudo We agreed that the Miso Ramen was easily the best bang for your buck and the Ocean Trout Crudo was the only thing we wouldn't order again; it wasn't horrible it just had waaaay too many almonds which took away from the fish itself. Unlike others, we felt the portions were not too small. Overall a very respectable dinner showing from Almanac. I kind of regret ordering a pre fixed cocktail because his Omakase was so on point to what he asked for and was delicious. I love rhubarb and Gin is my usual spirt of choice, so I didn't want to pass up the Hanamachi Rikki, but while I found the tart rhubarb refreshing, it fell flat when placed next to the Omakase. While I enjoyed the music choices, he did not and it was also INCREDIBLY dark/moody which isn't our preference, but makes sense for the intimate vibe they are clearly going for.

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    Next of Kin

    Next of Kin

    4.7
    (72 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Next of Kin is a special vibe. It's got the energy of a neighborhood dive with the aesthetic and…read moremixology prowess of a swanky cocktail haven. It is intimate, friendly, down-to-earth, and totally unique. I don't visit Philly as often as I'd like (I live in NYC but grew up here) and while I'm always keeping up with dining scene, it's rare and thus special when I get to put a space to the name, so the speak. Next of Kin has a quirky, playful, impressively creative menu with drinks that are memorable. We came here at around 10:30pm on a Saturday night after dinner. There was a bit of a line outside which moved slowly, but we were given cute champagne jello shot things for our patience which were delightful and a fun little preview of what to expect on the inside. The seating options consist of tables, bar, and what I believe they call "love pods", all of which are beautifully designed. We were seated at the bar, which is our preference anyway. I always like chatting with the bartenders and hearing about the craft, and it is particularly enjoyable when they're as friendly and generous as the folks who work here. We were talking to them about some of their infusions and they let us try a taste of the coconut mezcal and the bruleed banana infused rum and both were unreal on their own. We ended up getting the Coco Bello (coconut mezcal, apertif, aromatized wine) which is a white negroni variation and the Swamp Thang (green chartreuse, herbal liqueur, pineapple and poblano tepache), which was served in some particularly memorable glassware (pictured). Both drinks were exceptional and complex, the former more sophisticated and the latter wacky and wholly unique.

    I fuckin love this Place! It's intimate and has…read moreStrong ass drinks my friend* *be prepared to get too drunk

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    National Mechanics

    National Mechanics

    4.0
    (1k reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    Such a Philly kind of day... a half hour meander from my office in the Gayborhood to Old City for…read morean entertaining evening at this bar. Tiny pockets of garden squares with burbling fountains. Cobblestone streets. Around every corner is a sign or plaque boasting about this city's history. From the outside, it looks like you're walking into an old bank. Inside, it's just about 6:00 PM and the place is packed for happy hour (one of the few places, by the way, that has happy hour until 7:00 PM) and for one of the monthly talks sponsored by local science museums. As soon as I walked in, they found us an open spot right up front. A cheery waiter took our order - the $8 burger sliders didn't come with any fries, but they were tiny and delicious. I love the idea that this place sponsors monthly science talks. Just a bunch of nerds all gathered here to listen to local experts talk about different topics. One week it might be about rare Galapagos birds to how to preserve fossils or the etymology of vampire lore.

    A friend of mine was in town for the weekend and we spent Saturday afternoon walking around Old…read moreCity. Around midday, we became hungry and looked for something to eat. With the help of Yelp, we found this place. First off, the building that houses National Mechanics is absolutely beautiful inside and out, and for good reason. The pub/restaurant occupies the old Mechanics National Bank, a majestic Greek Revival building, built in 1836. Inside the restaurant, the surroundings contrasted greatly with the outside. The large, primarily wooden interior has the feel of a vintage pub. It is equally as beautiful as the front. The service at National Mechanics was great. Though the staff was clearly running shorthanded, every employee we came into contact with served us with a smile and couldn't be friendlier. The food, at least on that day, was mediocre at best, unfortunately. While the menu was filled with all sorts of tempting dishes that already made us thinking of future visits, we opted for the Mexican Burger and the Ribeye Cheesesteak, two twists on old pub standbys. Sadly, we were both disappointed in our meals. We did start off on a bright spot, food-wise. My friend and I opted to share the Batter-Fried Pickled Green Beans, which were fabulous! Too bad the good food ended there... The description of the Mexican Burger sounded amazing, with avocado, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeños, Monterrey Jack cheese, and chipotle mayo. My friend said it was kind of bland and it was quite greasy. My ribeye cheesesteak did not match well with its "Amoroso" roll and the steak itself was dry. In the end, we were both disappointed in our choice in a lunch spot. Perhaps it was the large crowd of diners and little staff that made it all come out a little...off. In the end, I'd try National Mechanics again if I were in the area, as the atmosphere and service made it a cool spot to dine in. Hopefully the food will be better next time.

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