The food was absolutely wonderful, service was fabulous, and their music playlist is fire!

I been here a lot for dinner and/or drinks when I lived in Philly. Never have I ever been ignored. I walked in around 7ish on a weekday. I was back in town on business.Both the bar area and restaurant had plenty of open seats. I decided to sit at the bar. Two bartenders on duty. Neither of them came over to greet me. I was totally ignored for about 8-10 minutes before I decided to go and spend my money some place else. I mean those two p**ks looked at me sitting there and carried on with their conversation. This place no longer exist to me. If that's how you treat your customers. Keep it up and like many other Center City businesses.They'll be closed permanently. How do you work in the hospitality industry with a rude and unprofessional attitudes? No one going to tip you. This is how they end up in a line somewhere seeking rental assistance. read more

Today was my first time for brunch. I order the Smoked Salmon. My plate arrived, I thought my friend ordered the linguini. He said that's your order. Well, I didn't remember that linguini was part of the Smoked Salmon. It was delicious - the waiter said it was Smoked Trout. I thought to myself - boy I thought I read Salmon. Oh well I guess needed more Vitimins. Anyway, got the bill, and moderate to average price; it said Smoked Salmon. They happened to give me the wrong order; but it was great! By the way, they mentioned my order was sitting in back and I was not going crazy! My lovely waitress, she brought a bag out with my Smoked Salmon! 10 Stars! read more

I came to have a drink, watch the NBA finals and enjoy my Sunday. Talking to the staff they mentioned the menu item "Knockin' Chicken Bites" was a good choice for food at the bar, along with the "Chopped Bleu Salad." I ordered the chicken bites and they were great! - served on top of some mixed greens and Swiss Chard- Yummy! I asked for extra BBQ sauce and.. was not charged extra for it. The Ranch, BBQ, and Blue Cheese were of high quality and tasty. The bartender and staff made the evening enjoyable! I'd return. read more

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Went here for Valentine's Day dinner and absolutely loved it! The food was great. They had a special Valentine's Day menu in addition to the regular menu. The server made us stuffed olives special for our dirty martinis! Dessert was great too, but the staff and atmosphere were the highlights. Super friendly and funny! I'd love to go there again! John was terrific and made us feel so welcome! read more

Hi Darlings! Hubs and I did an impromptu visit to The City of Brotherly Love last Sunday. We walked here, there, and everywhere (covering *7* miles!) and worked up a bodacious appetite, figuring a nice meal at Knock is in order. We'll ignore the fact that this outing also served as our 15th anniversary dinner (go us!). We've been here a few times before, but it *has* been quite a number of years since our last visit, so this was a highly anticipated experience (after all, we walked 7 miles you know!!). Of course you're interested more in the place itself, so without further ado, let's get down to business. (Oh...hey Jonathan!!) Service is impeccable. No complaints whatsoever. Our server was a lovely guy...very polite and accommodating. The meal itself was well-paced; we didn't experience long wait times between salads and the entrees, nor did the entrees come out while chowing down on the salads...so props there. Everyone we came into contact with was professional as you would expect in a higher-end restaurant. Food: Very good. Just as good as I remember it years back. Drinks: The two Kahlua and Baileys were even better! (hiccup!) Your host was feeling pretty good :) Other: there is a bar area where friends can meet up and enjoy drinks and bar snacks, and there are TV monitors in that area. The dining area is a bit quieter and more intimate. Window seating is available but that typically depends on how busy it is. One thing darlings, is if you're planning to dine here on holidays (like Valentine's Day), a reservation is highly recommended. So there you have it. We definitely look forward to a return. Ciao...TTFN! Your Host. read more

This is a sort of an upscale gay bar/restaurant in the "Gayborhood" of Philadelphia which generally attracts the 30+ something crowd. It's neat, clean, and orderly with a pleasant décor and atmosphere. They also have a dinning area which serves regular sit down, waiter serviced dinners from a rather complete menu. However, I would suggest that one stick with whatever nightly or daily special is offered. From the food I had, it's nothing I would be inclined to rave about or return for. I would rate it as a two star for the food, but four star for the pleasantness of the bar, so I averaged it out as an OK three star place. read more

Knock - The bar - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Why do they keep it Soooo Hot? You walk in and start Sweating it is that Warm. Made a comment to Bartender and he said talk off my shirt. I know it's an Older Crowd but we have Coronavirus going around. read more

Great food for breakfast! Very nice place and wonderful service! They have outdoor seating too! read more

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Came here for dinner after the drag show at iCandy. I ordered the chicken croquettes and the margarita flatbread. I was with a group of 10 and we were hoping for the croquettes as an app, but everything took a while and it all came out together. The croquettes were terrible. Terrible! They were oddly large, very dry and flavorless. My margarita flatbread had was too much balsamic vinegar on it so didn't check the box for me. My friend's lobster flatbread was very dry. I would not recommend eating here. read more

I visit Philadelphia every few weeks to see my family, so I patronize Knock, which is near their home. I had ordered several drinks on my last visit and was enjoying the conversations with the other patrons. When the employee brought food to the bar, he made rude comments about me to the bartender. The remarks were inappropriate and unwarranted because I was minding my own business. The bartender should have reprimanded his colleague, but instead, engaged in that infantile mindset. Did he think I was hearing impaired? Small, ignorant being. Now, I cannot patronize Knock again. Keep this in mind when you enter Knock prepared to leave your money there. If you have any question about the veracity of the incident, contact me for time, day, and a complete account of the incident. read more

"Oh my gosh...you're so good. You dance just like Nancy Sinatra!" You know it's going to be a fun time when a bartender is doing a little go-go dancing while cleaning glasses as "Wipeout" by the Surfaris plays. You know it's going to be even more fun when a patron at the bar offers the above quoted compliment to said bartender. However, the bartender was about 25 years old and and no idea who Nancy Sinatra was, so he went back to washing his glasses. Stopped in here for a quick dinner and drink and was very pleased. Allagash White on tap is never bad. Started with an arugula salad with toasted cashews and Manchego Cheese, which was gigantic but also delicious. That was followed by the small crabcake, served over spinach, which was delightful. I liked the bartenders, the food was good, prices were reasonable and when they play Lesley Gore on the sound system and you hear someone compared to Nancy Sinatra, you simply can't rate this below four stars. read more

I quite frankly don't get why people crowd this place, except that it seems to be a popular spot for the older gay locals, and centrally located in the Gayborhood. While the atmosphere is pleasant to look at, there's not enough bar space, and the bartenders routinely seem aloof, if not overwhelmed. Getting a drink is a test of any man's patience here. I'm hardly a penny pincher when it comes to drinks, but I was kind of shocked at the $8+ charge (at happy hour, yet!) for a Jim Beam on the rocks. This is ludicrous. I'm totally unimpressed. Okay place to meet your friends, but we nabbed one drink and moved on. There are friendlier, better places to imbibe in Philly than here. read more

Have you ever wondered how it would feel to dine at a nursing home?? C'mon.....you know that you have. Well if you have, all you need to do is head over to Knock to get a first hand experience, complete with the enchanting scent of soiled Depends! Honestly, the experience was less than expected, believe it or not. The service and food were lackluster, all complimented by a tired setting. Unfortunately for me, I chose this sad little venue to celebrate a friend's birthday. I personally went over the same afternoon as my dinner reservation to coordinate a cake for my friend, who would never let me do so in person. So much for going out of my way to do something nice for a friend. So, let's flash forward to our actual meal. Our passable dinner came and went. There was a raucous memorial going on for some deceased drag queen (or similar local character), which only added to the ambiance...insert obvious sarcasm. When our "dining" experience ended, I expected our server to bring the cake that I had arranged for that afternoon. Instead he simply brought me the bill. I could have said something at that point, but my friend would have been upset, so I let the moment pass. Upon leaving, I talked to an apathetic host/manager in order to let him know my displeasure with the entire situation, but he just tried to turn things on me as if it were my fault and made absolutely NO effort to make amends. Whatever. He is the main reason for this review. You know who you are. So if you are looking to dine with the living dead, this is the place for you! You Have Been Warned! read more

This place continues to go downhill. Long time employee's have left. The food has gone downhill but the prices have gone up. This use to be a class act. But the absentee owner is letting this run down till the lease is up. read more

I enjoyed the three simple apps I ordered to share with friends and it was we were very satisfied! I would recommend ordering the following (if you're looking for bite sized snacks to go with your cold drink in hand: -Fried Mozzarella: huge slices of cheesy mozzarella with marinara sauce -Medley Fries: Mixed with sweet potato fries and jalepenos and comes with an aioli dipping sauce -Chicken Tenders: Big sized and deliciously coated tenders with a side of fries Another plus of swinging by on Wednesdays is that they have karaoke night! read more

Came here for lunch today as we just happened to be passing by. I had no expectations, but immediately upon walking in I realized this was a much older crowd bar / restaurant. Heads turned and looked at us for what felt like minutes. Finally we were told to sit wherever. The restaurant itself feels very dated. Also my menu had food stains all over it and the half booths had a lot of rips and tears. -- Our server was nice, but definitely favored the other crowd around us. Majority seemed like regulars so it can be understandable. We both ordered the turkey club. One with house chips and one with fries. What changes the whole experience of Knock for me was this $9 turkey club. I was so surprised at how delicious it was. The turkey was thick and so juicy and the chips were great! I ate every last bite. I don't know if I will ever be back, but if you find yourself here at Knock... Turkey Club is where it's at. read more

Just had dinner last night at knock we had a steak last night which was amazing shrimp cocktail always amazing . I have to say their new chef who ever it may be is outstanding the food there has been so good I have been there three times just this month. And Dinning outside a plus , I just wanna say thank you !! read more

Nice atmosphere! Great service! Food was great! Chicken bites was so tender it melted in my mouth! A must go spot! Appetizers and entree amazing! read more

Knock - Could not finish all of crab cake meal after eating appetizers and salad. - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

As much as I have loved coming to KNOCK for over 13 years, the past few months have been extremely disappointing. 2 times this past week I had unsatisfactory service. I waited over 30 minutes for food (and I just cancelled the order and left) - the place was NOT busy - and the second time I sat at the bar - the bar was NOT busy - and was totally ignored for service. The bartenders were busy having a conversation on the other side of the bar. I decided not to interrupt. I hope that someone in management reads this and remedies the situation. It's no wonder the other bars in the area are PACKED on weekend nights and Knock is not. Please improve customer service! read more

Knock is the crowning jewel of Philadelphia's gay community. You can just feel how classy it is once you come through the door. You have your choice to sit and mingle in the bar area, or grab a table in the fine dining area. This place is always rockin' each evening and through the weekend. The bar area is spacious, and you have some of the best staff in Philly. Vinny, Jason, etc. are always so friendly and attentive the moment you step up; you almost feel like you've known them for years. It's kinda like a more-quiet sports bar, with tvs to catch games or evens on, but not loud so you can keep conversations going. Of course you can also order food to eat while you are at the bar or one of it's small side tables. The fine dining area is really classy - white tablecloths, candlelight, nice plates and silverware - and it spans the long length of Knock. It's a gorgeous experience that rivals any of Philly's top restaurants. And the food is super-delicious; most notable are the burgers and the steaks. Knock usually has some unique veggie items to compliment the meal, such as asparagus fries. You don't have to be gay to come here, and you won't feel uncomfortable here if you aren't gay. Knock attracts a more mature clientele, which is a welcome change from most other gay places that are bombastic and full of wasted youth. Of course, I like seeing an overwhelmingly gay circle of people here, as I still need a mate! *wink* read more

Would have been 5 stars. I have worked 10 years in the gayborhood. Knock is my go to bar when it comes to chill late night spots. But I really dont appreciate being followed to the bathroom when my best friend and I tried to take a picture at 2am. Honestly, what is a gay man and a straight woman going to do in that bathroom? read more

Great service and attentive staff (May have been one of the owners)? I may have ordered incorrectly, but not pleased with the kitchen or chef. I'm usually more specific, and I was not in ordering. read more

Knock fills the much-needed niche of the classy gay bar in town. It seems worlds away from Woody's, Tabu and Q Lounge, which is precisely why it felt just a bit out of place as a stop along last night's Gay Bar Crawl. No matter, the bartenders there treated us kindly with discounted drinks that were creative and enormous. In the line chart that was my drunkenness last night, I'm pretty sure this is where the line started to take a sharp descent. It seemed like the kitchen was turning out some really awesome eats, because mostly everyone there was having dinner. Also, the Flyers game was on several TVs around the bar, which pleased me greatly. read more

Knock is the respectable gay restaurant in the gaybohood mecca of inebriation. I say this lovingly. While every other queer haunt is there to get you drunk and laid, Knock exists to get you there in a refined manner. The food here is quite good, the drinks are classy and strong, and the outdoor seating wins on a sunny afternoon. Just prepare yourself for the ambulance sirens and the cars careening down this busy street. Indoors, it's a smart scene with a quality bar and upgraded food menu. Think buffalo sliders over your standard cattle. If anyone gets the alligator skewers, please let me know what you think! read more

Why come here when there are so many other dinner spots that offer better food, service and atmosphere? Tonight was my last attempt to enjoy a place that lacks in every category. read more

Knock - Slimy meat, poor service, missing my utensils/condiments. No more Knock when there are so many more dinner spots in town. - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

My partner and I went here to celebrate our 5th Anniversary, which happens to be Halloween! We had reservations at 7pm and were taken to the back of the restaurant and away from the bar noise! Our waiters were hilarious and very diligent. The food is amazing! We shared an order of grilled calamari stuffed with crab meat. D had pan seared scallops and I had lamb chops (or as I'm obsessed with calling them lamb lollipops)! Both of our entrees were otherworldly. The fig and syrah reduction used on my lamb lollipops was complex and soothing. The amount of food was spectacular and I couldn't finish everything on my plate. We did splurge for dessert... I had the best chocolate mousse of my life and D had the densest cheesecake known to man! The coffee was really good too, I was slightly disappointed that they don't espresso. After dinner we went to the bar to have some drinks and wait for our friends to show up and celebrate with us. Being that it was Halloween, we got to meet wonderful characters - Kato, 6 Smurfs, Foxy Love, Leonidas, and the bartender was dressed up as a gay wrestler. The drinks at Knock put both Bump and Pure to shame... After 4 martinis, I was done in! All around it was a great night, great restaurant, great bar! read more

A classy gay place in Philly. No, you say that's not possible.? Well walk inside cozy Knock and you'll have a change of heart. The drinks are pricey compared to the other places in the hood, but Knock is new, clean, well run and a welcome addition to the otherwise bland choices for food and drink in the area. I'd gush about the service but unless you're sitting at a table it's really tough to get to the bar due to its design. The wine list won me over! While they have a nice choice of house selections the real luscious & memorable wines come from the list. I found the food to be just fair but the flatbread pizzas are quite tasty. read more

It's Sunday morning and your body is going through withdrawal from the lack of alcohol in the past 6 hours. Most people would call this a hangover, but I call it a sign, a sign that you need to get to Knock and have their famous Knock-out mimosa. Like a good workout regimen, day drinking isn't going to get you anywhere unless you push yourself. This mimosa comes with an added shot of orange vodka, which makes the already beautiful waiters and bar tenders look even better. Who knows, maybe this liquid courage will even push you to find that Sunday afternoon cuddle buddy we all are looking for. Just don't take mine. Pro-tip: sit outside for extra good eye candy, and to work on your tan. read more

This was my first time here & I will NEVER come back. My cousin told me about this place but it was his first time as well. But he was told they have great food and drinks. Well our experience was was not a good one . First we were sat ALL the way in the back second the waiter we had seemed nice but boy was I wrong . He got our drinks and I ordered an appetizer which was calamari and shrimp . The food took so long to come out when we got it all of it was cold and the calamari was so chewy plus I didn't know they put ol bay seasoning on it which I'm am allergic to. I immediately spit it out. And me and my cousin tried to get the guys attention but he didn't look our way . We sat for over 25 mins & still no service. Then we watched other people around us get drinks and food as we sat just waiting and still nothing. We watched as other tables were greeted and gave them bread and butter and we got NOTHING . I was beyond pissed and wanted to leave because of the lack of service we had . Then when our waiter finally decided to finally come Over I asked for bread and butter but was going to tell him about the appetizer but he was RUDE and just walked away from us . I felt that by us being the ONLY blacks people in this place we were treated differently and we were . After about 45 mins later our food came out COLD !!!! We had crab cakes and mashed potatoes like how does it take that long to get our food then we get it cold . It was NOTHING hot on the plate. I was upset about the way we were being treated my cousin works in a restaurant and said that this is not a way you treat people. We could not even complain about the food because no one came back to the table to see if we wanted or needed anything else . After that my cousin and I wanted another drink once again no waiter came to see if we were ok so he got up and got the drinks himself @ the bar. Like this makes no sense how we were treated . So then I'm like ok let's just get dessert and leave then as I looked on the menu they didn't have any but I was wrong once again it was another table being served all kinds of goodies and we just sat waiting for him to come over and ask if wanted anything . That didn't happen either he looked & us and walked to another table . After that I said let's go . But what didn't take a long time was him bringing us that check we got that check so fast but not our food or drinks or good service. If I could give NO STARS I WOULD . This place ruined the rest of my night when all me & my cousin was trying to do was have fun on St.Patties Day have good food and drinks and this place took the fun out of my whole night . Last night we were not looked at like just paying customers they looked @ the color of our skin. read more

Knock - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Not being gay myself but having many gay friends, I have seen my share of gay bars and know the scene in Philly pretty well. Pluses of Knock: - Not at all divy or seedy - Knock is clean, bar is well stocked and the clientele is definitely upscale - Not overbearing - I've been in gay bars before where you can't order a drink without getting picked up. This isn't the case here, although if you are looking for a quick hook-up, that's pretty easy here as well. - Pleasant staff - nice guys (and they are all guys, in keeping with the theme here) who will joke with you and pay attention to detail - Strong drinks - not shy about pouring the booze Minuses: - The food is definitely mediocre, at best. While it isn't that pricey really and they clearly attempt to make it a little more upscale, the kitchen execution is pretty lousy. Asked for a burger medium, got it beyond well done and an hour after I ordered it. Calamari was rubber. - Drink prices are high, but welcome to Philly and the Gayborhood Worth a trip by, but walk up the street to Garces Trading Company or Morimoto to eat. read more

Knock had been recommended to me by a bartender from another place in the neighborhood as a good meal so I checked it out and did indeed find it good. The wait-staff was friendly and attentive, the decor was modern but warm, and there was a great vibe in the place. I enjoyed my first visit so much I brought my work team out to dinner this week again. We all had great meals and found our waiter, Aaron, sociable, attentive, and really added to the whole dining experience. There was no rushing us out and we ended up staying for several hours talking and enjoying the desserts and coffee. I thought the prices were moderate when you throw in a glass or two of wine, but it wasn't outrageous or unexpected. I haven't spent anytime in the bar area but it appears bustling with a nice crowd that wasn't too loud but made the space feel alive. I'll definitely be back. read more

My cousin is a regular here. After the Lady Gaga concert earlier this week, my cousin and his friends came here for a drink before some dancing. The ambiance is really nice, and for a Tuesday night it was pretty quiet, so we were able to get a table and just chat and unwind a bit. The drinks are made very well (I forget the bartender's name- my cousin was addressing him by name the whole night) and my cousin really loves it here. Perhaps on my next philly trip I will talk him into bringing me to get food here! read more

The only reason I'm knocking off a star is because they ran out of the filet medallions that I really wanted. My girlfriend and I were pretty surprised when we first walked in--there were hardly any women in there at all! After adjusting to that, we were greeted by the extremely friendly host--he asked what our names were and joked around with us. Definitely a good sign! The interior is very soothing, with its dark wood walls and warm lighting. The bright abstract paintings on the walls I could do without but that's clearly my personal taste. We were seated at a cozy table away from the window (since the host could tell that we were freezing from the outside) and our attentive waiter came over immediately to fill our water glasses. We started off with drinks (my GF's Mai Thai was delicious) and settled on starting with the Parmesan chicken tenders. They came out very quickly and were delicious. While still clearly being chicken tenders, they were light and the honey mustard dipping sauce was excellent! After sadly finding out that they had run out of filet medallions, I settled on the braised short rib (since the waiter suggested it and said it was their most popular item) and my GF had the BBQ chicken flat bread. The food came out quite promptly and man, I was not disappointed in the short rib. The chili powder sauce, while giving the meat a bit of kick, was not overpowering and the meat simply melted in your mouth. The mashed potatoes that came with it were also excellent. The GF's flat bread was delicious and surprisingly filling for not being terribly big. Unfortunately, we were both too stuffed for dessert but I have a feeling we'll be coming back here soon to try the filet, as well as dessert. I whole heartedly recommend this restaurant if you want fast, friendly service as well as a delicious meal. read more

We went there after visiting the Christmas market at city Hall. My first visit to Knock. Entering Knock the decor was warm and friendly. Local feel with a nice contemporary bar with fireplace, small dining area with a piano. Tables appointment very nice. Atmosphere won me over. Service was just okay, not focused, needs improvement. Food also needs improvement. We both ordered the Knock burger and both were undercooked, and the roll soggy. Will give it another try and report back. read more

This place is mediocre. The Grilled Steak, Onions and Bleu Cheese flatbread was oily. Not a very large portion. And it was almost cold. The cheeseburger was the same way. The fries were cold and limp. Wasn't worth the price! The waiter was not the best either. Not very attentive and not very friendly. Maybe a good place to get drinks with friends, but that's it. read more

I went to Knock last night with a friend and it was a nice cozy bar/restaurant. Our waiter, who I believe was the owner was extremely helpful. We ordered two strong martinis and some appetizers. The southwestern eggrolls were delicious! Almost better than the ones at Chili's. The avocado ranch dressing was flavorful as well. In the back, they had someone playing Christmas carols on the piano. It put you in the holiday mood. I would definitely come back! read more

Really enjoyed the space. The bar area is great, the restaurant space very inviting and well-lit. Staff: Cocktails prepared by Tim were terrific. Tim was sassy and fun, too. Keep him. Tattooed barback who refused to stand still long enough to even let us look at his tattoos was a bit ridiculous. Bartender who came on after Tim had an ass like g'dunk! He was incredibly sexy. Drinks: Like, I said, terrific. My friend had several good-lookin chocolate martinis. Food: Flatbread was good, filet was so-so. Really enjoyed the vibe, the breadth of the customers (age, race, dress, etc) - looks like Philly's got a gay winner here! read more

Knock is one of the many gay bars in the gayborhood, also with a upscale restaurant as part of it. It mainly attracts an older crowd compared to Bump or Tavern, and most people are there for drinks. I'm no exception, having been there a handful of times for drinks, but finally went for dinner with a couple others earlier this week for the first, and last, time. The service was fine, especially given that it was our waiter's first night. He was attentive and new the menu fairly well given that he was new. The host was also very pleasant and helpful. The food, on the other hand, was extremely disappointing for a center city restaurant. I started with an arugula salad with a 'sweet citrus vinaigrette'. At first I thought they forgot the vinaigrette because I couldn't taste anything, even though I could see what looked like dressing on it, so I asked for some more. I was clearly mistaken, as the side cup they brought out was very lackluster. It tasted like extra virgin olive oil, ground pepper, and a very light hint of lime juice. No acid whatsoever, quite odd for a 'citrus vinaigrette'. The arugula also wasn't stemmed, and every bite I took ended with me covering my mouth to get the last couple of inches of stem in. For my entree, I had a lobster-brie flatbread(aka pizza), and tasted pretty blah. The crust had more of a naan taste than 'flatbread' or pizza, and the topping of lobster-brie had no seasonings whatsoever. It felt like it would make for a nice party hors-d'oeurves, naan with a lobster-brie dip, but I didn't think it made for a good dish. All in all, the restaurant is very so-so, especially given the prices. While I didn't have a full-priced $25-$30 entree, my friend did and was not pleased. I'm sure I'll be coming back for the bar, but the restaurant left me feeling bummed. read more

I love this restaurant! The atmosphere is so nice and the food is delish!. Its a lovely place to unwind after work, they make great cocktails. Also, they have a really nice outdoor seating area which offers you a nice view of the street so you can sit back, sip a good drink, eat some great food and people watch! read more