My goodness! This place is best with a group simply because you can try many different things and share. Service was impeccable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is intimate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also have outside seating area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have little touches whether it be offering a tasting or giving some extra bred to sop up the sauce that really elevate the dining experience further. read more

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Went Monday night for Winewark. I guess Southwark is/was closed on Mondays and someone came up with this great idea to have light bites and wine takeover the restaurant. It was very popular, barely any space at the bar and certainly a lot of return customers. I don't drink wine so most of this is lost on me but clearly there were many people enjoying the handpicked offerings. I was only there because my friend enjoys wine and she suggested I try their burger. At 27$ I had high expectations for the burger but was truly disappointed. 2 small patties cooked well, it's advertised as having charred onion and bacon, neither of which were on my burger, just 2 pieces of lettuce. The blue cheese was melted so I couldn't see it, but I could taste it. I should have requested another type of cheese which may have helped, but this is not something I would order again. It was dry and salty and served with a white sauce on the side which I could not identify but didn't like after dipping a fry in there. The French fries were fantastic and there were plenty of them, the highlight of my meal. So why 4 stars? It's not the full restaurant menu so it wouldn't be fair to judge them based on the Monday offerings, the staff was really kind, and the bar was loaded with a lot of nice people having a good time. Plus my friends pork ragu was good, I had a bite of that and found it quite tasty. Not my scene but if you like wine I'd definitely check it out. read more

Southwark Restaurant - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

It's tough to explain how upset I am with this restaurant. Everyone that works there is amazing. Our servers, waiters and bartenders were awesome. The atmosphere is amazing. The food was good but the portions were horrible. Every dish was way too small. I had to order a second entree just to be satisfied after spending $250+ for me and my wife. My picture is a $36 pasta dish... read more

Southwark Restaurant - Ricotta Gnudi - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Came here for drinks and small bites and will definitely need to come back for full meal soon. The bartender was great and made the cocktails so well. They had creative names and the flavors stood out as well. Thank you little roots drink was so light and refreshing, highly recommend! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was a bit empty but I'm blaming that on the holiday weekend and weather.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Southwark Restaurant - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Service was great! Our waitress was so friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Every single plate was presented beautifully. The drinks were also so good and well balanced. The waitress also included a scoop of gelato with our desserts! Would definitely return to try other dishes! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Walking through the front entrance you are welcomed in and enter the luxe bar area, well stocked to make all sorts of tasty cocktails by a skilled mixologist at the bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Beyond that is the dining area and open patio that connects to the kitchen shared with Ambra. Cocktail menu features unique combinations. Tried the 'last bastion for cowards' and it was smooth, herbal, with a subtle sweetness: very interesting mix of tequila, carpano antica, crème de cacao, and rabarbaro. (Rhubarb amaro liqueur) Dinner started with a small cup amuse bouche of cucumber mint purée soup, a nice refresher before any courses. Next was Mahi crudo - very tender fish with fennel and dill, along with tart and sweet flavors from the kiwi and strawberry. Mains of beef with semolina dumpling, spinach. Great flavors with veg / dumpling and beef pieces. Dessert was a soft and creamy ginger mascarpone mousse: just the right amount of sweetness, and topped with sugar 'honeycomb' to add great texture. Great courses and experience here, a much more casual version of Ambra with all the same skill and quality. Thanks read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The environment of the restaurant was incredibly inviting and calming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food is amazing with a comforting feeling. The cocktails were great as well. I was happy they start you off with a good tasting small soup. The soup sets a warm tone for the rest of the dinner. The service did not feel rushed and my friends and I at the dinner were able to have a nice meal. read more

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This review is specifically for Monday's Winewark! After hearing about Winewark, we popped in for a few pours on Memorial Day. Basically, the concept is that the som (Jamie) picks out a few interesting bottles (usually with some sort of theme) and pours from those all evening. Jamie will post what he's pouring on his Instagram a few days in advance, so you can scout out what is most appealing to you beforehand or just walk in blind and go along for the ride. The rest of Southwark is closed, but the wine is free flowing and a few snacks / small plates are usually available for purchase as well. We decided to eat before visiting, so we just focused on wine. The prices of pours varied widely (Jamie also posts the prices of each pour on his Insta before, which is helpful for expectation setting). He was super helpful in guiding my husband and I to wines that we would enjoy and that were more unique that our standards. I loved the option of getting 2 half-pours of the same varietal from different regions so I could compare and contrast. He also did us a solid and allowed us to do half-pours of a particular bottle since we didn't want to commit to 2 full glasses each. All the wine we tried was super unique and a bit funky, which kinda tracks for what Winewark is at its concept. We had a blast enjoying our pours, vibing to the unique soundtrack, and chatting with each other and Jamie. A lot of the fellow guests seem to be regulars, which was so fun to see and to see how they interacted with each other and with Jamie. It's no surprise that he won som of the year recently per Philadelphia Mag! I'm already looking forward to a future visit for more interesting pours and to try some of their small plates to accompany. Thanks for being a fun way to spice up a Monday night! read more

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This restaurant is on the fancier side and usually requires a reservation so the food is pricey. The ambiance is nice but it was a bit too dim so it was hard to see at times. We were sat immediately with a reservation and the servers were nice. Lamb Confit 3/5: The lamb was tasty and tender but the sauce was too overwhelmingly salty. Pleasant Duck 4/5: The duck was soft and had a crispy edge but there were only 3 small pieces. Some components of the dish were also on the saltier side. Beef Tartare 3/5: The beef tartare was good but the pickle crosnes overpowered the beef tartare as it has a strong pickled taste. read more

Southwark Restaurant - Beef Tartare - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Southwark is the perfect cozy restaurant for a chilly winter night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I gather that there's a backyard as well, so perhaps it's the perfect restaurant for a temperate summer night, too. Good for all seasons! I put Southwark on my Philly list (I'm from Philly but live in NYC) ages ago and I finally made in here with the family during my last visit home. We had a really enjoyable dinner here, everything we tried was solid at the very least, with a few standouts. Overall, Southwark is a versatile spot, great for a refined but unpretentious meal. We came here at 8 on a Saturday night as a party of six. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor is pretty minimal yet it feels very welcoming and homey, particularly in the back room, which feels as if it could have once been somebody's dining room, with cute little paintings of flora and fauna adorning the walls.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] After a weekend with family I was eager to find the drink menu, which was one of the many aspects of Southwark that attracted me initially. The cocktail menu is pretty varied, featuring an impressive variety of liquors and flavors profiles. I first got the The Lonely Hunter (Gin, Vermouth Blanc, Eden's Herbal Liqueur), as it was the closest thing to a martini I could see on the speciality cocktail list. It definitely was not giving martini as it turns out, mainly because of the herbal liqueur, which was really lovely and aromatic, it just made the drink a bit sweeter than a martini which is why I am making a point of differentiating it. A great drink to start with. I then got the Shadowboxer (Templeton Rye, Apple Brandy, Amari, Sweet Vermouth), which is an Old Fashioned variation. I was between that and the House of Jealous Lovers (Bourbon, Calvados, Sherry, Cocchi di Torino, Maraschino), a Manhattan variation, which someone else in our party got, and I much preferred that. Mine may have just been a bit watered down. Food-wise, I split everything with my partner to get a larger sampling of the menu. The menu has lots of good options, kind of has farm-to-table vibes and features a ton of seasonal produce which I always appreciate and enjoy. Eats, below: Local Yellowfin Tuna Crudo w/ Napa Cabbage Slaw, Patio Chilis, Sunchoke Miso Vinaigrette, Sunflower Seed Crumble: A Really fresh and delicious preparation. All of the accouterments were thoughtful and complemented one another well. I'll always be ordering a crudo or tartare when I see it on the menu and it's nice to get one that features elements other than a sauce or emulsion. Endives & Beet Salad w/ Roasted Concord Grapes, Pumpkin Seed Purée, Granola, Ginger Vinaigrette: A- Solid salad with great winter veggies. Not an A because the vinegar notes of the dressing, while not necessarily bad, were a bit overpowering. All of the elements were there for a great salad, the balance was just a bit off. Still enjoyable and we didn't regret ordering it. Keiser's Pheasantry Duck w/ Confit Sweet Potatoes & Purée, Local Brussels Sprouts, Fig Leaf Jus: A- Lots of fun stuff going on here - I actually enjoyed the confit more than the duck itself, which was cooked medium instead of medium rare, the latter of which I prefer. Still, duck is one of my favorite things to see on the menu, especially in the colder months, and the flavors were everything you'd want in a duck preparation - some sweetness, some earthiness, some saltiness, rich but not heavy. And it was all beautifully presented. NJ Tilefish w/ Cauliflower & Lemon Purée, Charred Fioretto Cauliflower, Shellfish Jus, Wilted Greens, Leeks: A The most memorable dish of the night, loved by everyone at the table who ordered it. The fish itself was cooked perfect, smooth and buttery which was enhanced by the shellfish jus as well as the puree it sat atop of. Delicate yet hearty. Really warming and satisfying, a great plate to end the night on. read more

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It has been a while since I was truly surprised by a restaurant and this was a meal I did not see coming. From the outside, it's a pretty unassuming spot from the outside, sitting next to the sister restaurant Ambra. Admittedly, we would love to try Ambra but the pricepoint for the tasting menu is a bit intimidating so we may ultimately not. When you walk in, it's easy not to realize how big the place actually is. We were seated at a huge table in the back just inside the outdoor seating, which also would have been a nice option. We were not expecting the complimentary amuse-bouch, so that was a nice touch. We started with the warm breads, which came with a fascinating ricotta spread. Next was the whipped pork confit which at first I thought may be a skosh salty but in the end was reminiscent of a nice spreadable pate (that they were nice enough to give us extra bread for). The salad with trout and chili breadcrumbs also started off on the saltier side, but once you mix things together it ends up very well balanced and quite nice. For mains, we went with the lamb shoulder (my favorite of the two) and the tilefish-the latter was the recommendation of the waitress and we were so thankful it was as we probably wouldn't have chosen it but really enjoyed it. The real gem of the experience, however, was the service. It's such a homey vibe and not only was the food quick, but the servers were so delightful at every turn. They even folded our napkins every time once of us stood up, which I hadn't seen at many other non-course restaurants. Truly made for a lovely meal. read more

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What an awesome dinner. Southwark had been on the list for a while and we were finally able to go. Perfect night to dig out back in the courtyard. Cocktails are great and clever. Wine list is small but solid and appropriate for the menu. The beef tartare toast appetizer was great, but the grated horseradish was a little too overpowering to appreciate the tartare. The duck was PERFECT. I say that rarely and it was perfect. Enough fat to want to eat the crisp. Little enough that fat wasn't your entire bite. Perfectly cooked. The chive mezze rigatoni was in a fantastic yet simple sauce, you'd want to drink it. The double cheeseburger was solid but the fries really stole the show. Ended the night with the corn soufflé cake which is both the weirdest and most delicious combination of flavors. So impressed with the meal. Can't wait to come back. read more

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Vibes: intimate, subtle, familiar, classy casual; bring a date or a few friends Tasting notes: - Stop Flying in the House: green tea declares itself first on the sip, just sweet enough; strong but easy to drink - Lonza: thinly sliced, smoky and buttery; great paired with a swipe of the flavorful mustard and a bite of the slightly vinegary pickled sprouts and potatoes; lovely char and thickness to the bread - Duck breast: amazingly crispy skin wrapped around each indulgently tender slice; meatballs bite-sized; shredded radish perfect for picking up the umami-rich brown sauce - Double cheeseburger and fries: on the saltier side because of the blue cheese; excellent char to the patties and ratio of the bun to contents; enjoyed dipping the crispy, skin-on fries of various thickness in the aioli Other thoughts: - Loved the homemade hot sauces (husk cherry jalapeño and peach habanero) on the fries, a great tip from a neighboring table - Fast service - Portion sizes on the lighter side Impression: would love to come back for dinner or even just a drink at the bar! read more

Southwark Restaurant - Duck Breast - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Loved this restaurant! The apps were good but the two entrees I'd go back for: 1. Double cheeseburger - requested cheddar instead of blue cheese. Fries were awesome 2. Campanelle "cacio e pepe" read more

This is one of my favorite spots in Philly. The staff are always lovely and on point, the food is adventurous, surprising and always great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We hosted a wedding celebration dinner on their side patio a few summers ago and my family still talks about it!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Over a decade ago under Southwark's previous ownership, my waitress friends and I would go for a late night cocktail after our shift, and it was the perfect cozy spot to duck into.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]All these years later and present-day Southwark is perfectly cozy but somehow in a fresher, more thoughtful way? Not many places can pull that off.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Aaaanyway southwark 4ever never change. read more

Came here for drinks last week. Best bar experience I've had in a long time in Philly! Food wasn't as good though. Got two seats at the bar easily on a weekday night. Bartender had the most positive vibes ever experienced in Philly. Gave us advice on drinks when we asked and was very attentive. Drinks were phenomenal. Flavorful and unique. Food was good don't get me wrong but just didn't blow me away like the drinks and service did. The hushpuppies were very well fried and crispy, but just not super flavorful. Also had the agnolotti. Perfectly cooked and a nice creamy filling but again just a bit bland on the flavor side. I've heard the entrees are fantastic, and the drinks and service will have us back for sure. The vibe for a weeknight drink was unbeatable. read more

Quality of the food was impeccable. You can tell they really put thoughts into their dishes. Ambience was interesting, definitely gave a lot of thoughts into curating a specific feel of the place. We felt rushed during our time there, from ordering to transitioning between courses. We wished we had more time in the establishment. read more

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I just want to say I have not had a meal this satisfying and wonderful in a long time. Not only was the food fantastic but it was the above and beyond service!! Our servers name was Tracy and she was just a delight!!!! She was the perfect combination of knowing the menu extensively but got to know us and what we would love!! Her recommendations for food, cocktails and wine were so on point. It is rare to have such an amazing dining experience!! I cannot gush more about the wonderful service and food!!! read more

We came in for drinks before dinner at another restaurant. The bar is super cute and cozy. The playlist was fabulous. We enjoyed all the cocktails we tried but my favorite was the Everybody Loves Grandpa. We came in because I read a review of tue Mariah Carey Can't Dance. I tried it as well and while it was tasty, I preferred the other drinks. Enjoyed the homemade chips and ranch dip bar snack as well. We will be back! read more

I'd been to Southwark for drinks, but recently had the opportunity to dine there. It's a great place for both! We had the short rib pasta and the scallops. The pasta was very good, and the scallops were some of the best I've had. Of course, a little pistachio gelato and a berry sorbet topped off a great meal! read more

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Stopped by for a couple of drinks as Southwark is conveniently located a block away from TLA. We admired the beautiful bar, classic decor and struggled with choosing what drinks to try first. I had the Get Off Your Horse and it was A TRUE DELIGHT. It was fruity without being overly sweet. The spices gave a complexity that I really enjoyed. The second drink I had was the Four Letter Word, this was very interesting but was stronger than I expected. I couldn't quite pinpoint the different flavors as they were all frenetically dancing around my mouth. Overall the drinks were innovative and delicious! The service was warm and expedient. I also ordered the brown butter and rosemary popcorn - YUMM. My friend got the pickled vegetables and there were so many types of vegetables in the small unassuming bowl, we tried but couldn't identify them all. read more

This place is located near Passyunk avenue in South Philly. The place has really, really good & strong drinks. We started with mixed pickles which I thoroughly enjoyed. The pickles weren't too bitter and there was a good amount of them. The bread they gave out was very soft and fluffy. Mussels Escabeche was probably the best thing on the menu. There was a lot of mussels on the toast with regards to this dish. Ended the night with local yellowfin tuna and rosemary & potato gnocchi which were cooked perfectly. Loved the smoked short rib in the gnocchi- it didn't taste strong when mixed into the pasta. read more

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It was a quiet summer Saturday night so why seat our party of two next to the group with a screeching child by the pantry, when there's a two top by the window (that the same server is working) that stays empty the whole time we are there? Happily, they left fairly soon after we arrived. But a strange start... The food - a complimentary gazpacho amuse bouche was delightful and the lamb bacon toast rich and umami. The scallop ceviche with green strawberry mole was fabulous with sweet and sour notes along with crunchy elements too. We both had the pork loin that came with sorghum, carrots and confit artichokes. There was a foamy delicious sauce too. My pork was cooked perfectly, however my spouses pork was red raw in spots and looked quite different and when we raised this immediately we got lectured by the server that it was supposed to be like that and overcooking it would be wrong. We felt bullied into keeping it. We didn't stay for dessert. The food was tasty. Overall the service was not very friendly from our primary server. The runners were very nice. read more

Would consider Southwark one of my favorite bars in the city. The outdoor patio is a wonderful place to grab a bite to eat and enjoy a nice glass of wine. They have special happy hours, the cocktail list is creative, and the food is absolutely delicious. they have options and accommodations that are gluten free friendly, & they even have zero proof drinks! Nice for a date night, ladies night, or just popping in on your way home from work. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience, service and FOOD are all exceptional.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Don't sleep on the burger, but the tomahawk for two was outstanding. read more

Best steak in all of Philly!!! The seasoning on that steak is superb!! No sauce needed. Swordfish was divine and the Squash Gnudi taste like nothing I've ever tasted before. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Vibes are on point, drinks are delicious and well crafted[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . 10/10 recommend read more

I stopped here a few weeks ago on a whim to have dinner. They had two little bijou outdoor tables and I just thought, wouldn't it be nice to enjoy the autumn air and have a meal? I'm so glad I did. I'm under the impression that the menu I ordered from was a temporary situation being done all outdoors on a grill, so you may not be able to get the dishes that I had if you visit in the future. I will say that my server was an absolute delight. If I could magically replicate her and have her be a server at every restaurant in the world I would. And not to sound like I'm bragging, but I tipped accordingly and I hope you do the same. There were three skewers on offer: shrimp, mushrooms and chicken. I ordered one of each and honestly the mushrooms were underwhelming, but the other two were superb. I also had a burger that was one of the best burgers I've enjoyed in my life. It looks like they've shut down for the time being due to Covid, but as soon as this place is open again I look forward to trying the regular menu. read more

Southwark Restaurant - The world's greatest burger OMG. - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Southwark is the best. Best burger in Philadelphia. I've had a lot of them! The cocktails are amazing. The staff is great. The Chef is one of the most talented in Philadelphia. Highly recommended this place! Really enjoy the Milk Punch. Unlike anything I've ever had as far as cocktails! read more

Liked the atmosphere Service was very good Menu limited, no specials Portions very small especially given the prices Wine selection is eh Took friends here as a thank you They wanted to try it Don't think we'll go again read more

Great food service and ambiance. Very relaxing atmosphere. Good drinks even if not on list. Wine bottles also great read more

The atmosphere and service was very good. However, the good was terrible. The monkfish was barely edible. Small chunks of fish, way too salty, breaded poorly. I have had monkfish many times. This did not taste like monkfish. It tasted like breaded fish from the freezer and put in the microwave. Way overpriced for the quality. Very disappointing. Another dish was so salty it could not be eaten. read more

Fantastic drinks, appetizers and atmosphere but a little slow on drink service. Came here on a Sat. evening for drinks with a large group before dinner and was extremely pleased with the drinks we had as well as the appetizers. I had some Shishito peppers, a mushroom salad, and some beef tartar. The peppers were perfectly seasoned and charred. The beef tartar, although looking not too appetizing was absolutely fantastic. Actually is there a way to make beef tartar look good once you mix the egg yoke in? Anyway, the mushroom salad wasn't my favorite though as it had too many other things going on. There was potatoes and greens, I'd preferred just mushrooms or mushroom and potatoes, putting the greens in there I felt distracted from the mushrooms since the greens were just all over the plate. My only real complaint was that it took a little long to get our drinks made. most drinks were smaller so they were consumed in about 5 minutes but it took probably another 5 minutes to get the bartender's attention and another 5 minutes to make. Don't expect to get a drink quickly if they are busy. The atmosphere is very nice inside and they have an outside seating area as well as a semi open area looking the outside so there's always going to be plenty of light in dining room during the day. I can't wait to come back and try dinner here, if they nail dinner service then I will be a new recommendation for South Philly dinning for sure. read more

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Service is the best! Food is consistently excellent. Limited but excellent vegetarian options. It seems like the menu changes every few months or so. We go there every two weeks at least! I like that the outdoor patio is not right on the street or sidewalk. read more

2 events led me to be uncomfortably full and happy about it last night: 1. I found myself grocery-less (business trip life + holidays= sadfridge) and in the city on a Sunday night which rarely happens (usually at Sunday night family dinners). And I know I'm always missing out on Sunday Night Suppers, so I google a bunch and think Southwark might be a good idea because: 3 COURSES FOR $25?! 2. I recently made the mistake of following a bunch of Philly chefs on instagram, which means my phone is constantly showing me pictures of food that are like "EAT ME NOW," and George Sabatino's dog, who is, admittedly, cute. Anyways, I'm creeping on Sam Jacobson's instagram, and he posts a picture of the cottage pie on the menu and I'm like, okay be there in 5. (Fun fact: cottage pie has beef, shepard's pie has lamb, and pâté chinois is the French Canadian version of cottage pie and usually just has corn, beef, and mashed potatoes). Southwark looks like a cool bar that might have decent food, but you should actually think of it as a really good restaurant that has awesome food, and also (bonus!) a cool bar. There's actually a pretty sweet dining area that you probably didn't know existed back there. You could probably have a large party back there and be super loud and no one would know. Our server, Louis, was the perfect combination of hilarious and friendly, without being awkward or overbearing. He did that ninja thing where he refills your water and you don't even realize. We sat in the bar area and it was a lively atmosphere, good for a date or dinner with friends. The food was excellent. I finally was able to say "we'll have one of everything" and then qualified it with "on the Sunday Supper side of the menu" (2 choices of appetizers and 2 choices of dessert). The Sunday Supper menu changes weekly so there's no point in describing everything in detail, just know that the parsnip soup with chili oil looked like a work of art and was a party in my mouth, the cottage pie was nothing like my Grandma's (that's a good thing, sorry Grandmaman), and the flourless chocolate cake was perfection. I would say I would like to cover myself in it but that would make it hard to eat all of it, because although I do yoga a lot, I'm not THAT bendy. Sam also sent out the sweetbreads, which came on some sweet potato, and you wouldn't have even known there was anything on that plate because we essentially licked it clean. Definitely recommend ordering that. HIGHLY recommend and will be back. I can't pass up such a good deal. Last star, I'll be back for you when I have one of their cocktails. read more

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A friend and I had dinner and drinks here and it was fantastic! Great ambiance, service that was nice - served by a genuine person, and the food was fantastic. We had appetizers, main course, dessert, and drinks and it was fabulous. I'm excited to take any friends to this spot! read more

Mixologist on staff and very knowledgeable!! didn't eat there but patrons said good was solid!

I hesitate let out the secret but southwark is one of the most consistent and best restaurants in town. Great drinks, great vibe and an ever changing seasonal menu. read more

If my next experience is as good as my first, I will keep coming back to this great neighborhood joint. Great drinks, solid happy hour options, and nice and engaging staff makes me excited to return. After an "okay" dinner at the newly opened Emmy Squared (which we were so excited to visit), we had to go somewhere else to close the night on a good note. Note: Emmy wasn't bad, it was just underwhelming given the hype and that we had also just seen it on The Flay List where it looked delicious and amazing. It was good - but meh. I have had a better burger and have had far better pizza - even at home. So we opted to head on over to Southwark for a quick late happy hour. It didn't disappoint - the staff was nice, patient and attentive. They even joked around our bombarding us with menus because it was still happy hour. They had plenty of options - unlike a lot of happy hour menus - lots of cocktails, a few wines and plenty of food options. I was even more intrigued by the regular menu (which I can't wait to go back and have). In a nutshell - service makes me want to come back here and the good drinks will definitely make it happen sooner rather than later. They clearly seem to understand that the experience is a differentiator - and as long as they don't change, I'll be back. read more

Neighbourhood gem with unusual cocktails and really wonderful food. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, unpretentious and friendly staff. read more

Southwark Restaurant - Behind the bar - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Well, I never thought I'd eat sweetbreads. And, for the record, they are neither sweet nor bread. But I did. And I lived and managed to feel worldly to boot. Recently 6 of us dined here in the teeny tiny back room (there's a patio that would be lovely to sit at but alas, it was pouring that night) and ate so much that we could barely move afterwards. My favorite was the scallops, which were made to perfection. Make sure to save room for dessert, too - whatever the chocolate thing I had blew my mind! But this review wouldn't be complete without saying that the service was the BEST I've ever had in the city. Our waiter was amazing and made sure nobody went thirsty, hungry or without an amusing story. So to that I say 5 stars to both the bar AND the restaurant! read more