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Tinsel

3.3 (121 reviews)
Open 2:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Second floor nutcracker display
Dorothy B.

Absolute must-see! For a limited time only, this is one of Philly s most festive Christmas theme cocktail bar! From over the top Christmas decor, festive elf bartenders and delish holiday themed drinks it's the perfect spot to kick off a season of cheer!

K B.

Tinsel is the blueprint for a holiday bar but this year they were outshined by Craftsman Row and Elephant Martini Bar aka White Elephant imo. I was looking for another Campbell soup Tinsel cup to add to my collection, but they were out. However, they had take home Tinsel mugs instead which was cool. The vibe was kinda dry and the 1st drink I tried tasted like medicine, but I can't remember the name. The Kevinn!!! was a little too sweet, but so much better than the other cocktail. Regardless, I'll return to Tinsel next year

Chastity R.

A cover just to get in?!? I passed and took myself to Craftsman Row again instead. Tinsel is highly toted in social media as a must-see in Philly for the holidays but there are so many other places to go & see that are decorated without having to pay.

The atmosphere was amazing! Very Christmasy! The drinks and service were good too! Looking forward to going next year.

Shelly V.

My first experience at this Happy Place recommended by Tamika. Unique drinks; I had the KEVIN!!! w. Tito's prepared by the awesome Brad. Thank you Jody Fun pics with Mira and Sly Sensory stimulating holiday setting that put a smile on my face.

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Faye K.

Small bar. Tons of Christmas decorations We stopped by here for their 25 days of tinsel. It's a cute bar to stop by but it's super crowded. The drinks are price reasonably since you can keep the mugs. The floor is super sticky so don't wear any nice shoes. Lastly, there's actually 2 bathrooms in this place. One in the back and one by the bar. Not many knows the one by the bar since it just looks like a closet so it's clutch since you don't need to wait in line.

Zhen L.

I LOVED Tinsel!!! My first time in Tinsel was back in 2019, pre-covid of course. I found out about Tinsel with the search of Halloween pop-ups around Philly. There i found Tinsel and something else(Forgot the name since it is not memorable). I had a bad experience from the other Halloween pop up, that's when I decided to try Tinsel with that 2-3 hours wait. Did I mention the LONG WAIT is the reason why I didn't go to Tinsel in the first place? YES, that line back in 2019 was a 2-3 hours wait. Me and hubby did went on the weekend so it was JAMMED! Avoid weekend if you don't like a crowd. With that being said, this year me and my Behind The Bow(BTB) friends went to Tinsel on a Tuesday night. There was literally no line and no one at the door to collect that $5 cover charge, woo-hoo! The bartenders were nice and accommodating as well. We all order blood bags. And I end up buying some of their Halloween cups at $5 each, which is great bc I might not want the drink that they normally comes in.

Sy L.

As soon as you walk in a smile will come across your face. It's a burst of Christmas everywhere! If your fave holiday Christmas this is the bar for you. Our bartender Brad was so informative, friendly, and Funny! He helped us choose from the selection of cocktails. I ordered the Can good cocktail and $1 from that drink is donated to charity!

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Jackie K.

The place was empty when I went but it was after Christmas. It's two floors and the whole place looks great. Lots of spots to take pics. The drinks are pricey but what I expect $16-$20. Most of them come in the Santa boot cup. Worth visiting once for the holiday spirit. No food at the bar.

Linette S.

Came here on a Saturday afternoon around 4 PM. It was relatively empty and we got to take some pictures before it got super packed. The place is nicely decorated but super small and tight once it starts filling up. I had a blood bag drink (basically vodka and Red Bull served in a blood bag). The drink was cute and the blood bag was super creative. The bartender was super friendly and attentive, even when the place started filling up.

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Allie B.

What a fun pop up bar! It's like Christmas threw up in this bar (in a good way) Any Christmas movie decor you can think of, it's here. So many photogenic spots and the music is wonderful! It was decently busy and we got served quickly by the nice bartenders! We asked them several questions about the drinks and they helped us decide on the drinks we like. You can order off the menu too! But keep in mind that the drinks are PRICEY! Worth it if you are in the area and feeling like getting in the Christmas and holiday spirit!

Daniela E.

Honestly, if you're looking for a pop up Christmas bar with throw up type (that's a good thing in my eyes) decorations everywhere that make you feel like you just walked into somewhere surreal than this is it!!! They have this awesome little "photo booth" room with a blue chair that's super cool to take pictures in, their drinks are pretty tasty and pretty costly too but you're paying for an experience here so just splurgeeeee a little! We had these little shots that were like crème de mente and vodka actually pretty tasty and was in this little ornament type of container. Majority of their drinks are done in their collectible tin type cans which is super cute! Overall, it's a vibe... a Christmas vibe!! You get what you're going for... so stop being a ginch and stop by!

tiny cocktail for $17. NOT WORTH.
Sirena W.

We stopped by here around 3pm on a Saturday. When we got there, there was no receptionist or security at the door so we just walked in. When we left, there was a security guy checking vax cards. What's the point in checking if you're going to let a bunch of people through without it? It was PACKED and HOT inside and the ambience was just not it. It's a divey Christmas pop up with crazy and unorganized decorations. Terrible drinks that are upcharged worse than NYC prices ($20 for a hot chocolate and skrewball shot, anywhere else in philly is 10-15 at max). The drink we did get was $15, and it was the most foul cocktail I've had - it was tiny (two gulps at best), full of ice, and ridiculously sweet. The cream base was separating from the liquid base which made it less appetizing. Spend your money else where.

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F1 Arcade

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3.4
(55 reviews)
0.2 mi
Private events
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I didn't expect to enjoy this arcade as much as I did. I went this past Memorial Day and…read morethankfully, it was not packed AT ALL, it was basically empty. I do think if I went on a day where it was packed, I would not have enjoyed it as much. The racing simulators are pretty cool! The chair shakes while you are racing in order to give it as much real effects as possible. As your driving/racing you have to pay attention to the guides on the floor in colors red, green & yellow signifying you to slow down on certain curves and turns on the different tracks. When you pay for a race, five rounds of racing is included. You can pick your level of difficulty for each round. I went with "rookie" for all of my five rounds and each track was different. It was neat not knowing what to expect each time you began and it was cool to know you could enjoy it even at the most basic level, which is rookie. The food was not bad, but I could've done without it. The fried chicken sand-which was kinda salty, but I was a fan of the truffle fries. The prosecco was good, light and extra bubbly (not pictured). I think the interior was very nice! Being that there was barely anyone, I got to capture some pics which was nice! I see this as being an arcade you enjoy, when it's not many people, as couples and with some friends. Not a place to frequent often, I think.

Very disappointing experience at F1 Arcade Philadelphia during NBA Finals Game 3…read more Our group of eight professionals chose F1 Arcade to watch the game, order food and drinks, and support a local business. With approximately five minutes remaining in the game, the TVs were suddenly turned off without warning. We initially thought there was a technical issue, only to be told that everyone had to leave because it was after 11:00 PM. The issue wasn't that the venue was closing--it was how the situation was handled. No one informed us beforehand that the game would be cut off before it ended, and when a member of our group respectfully expressed his disappointment as a repeat customer, the security manager on duty, Dante, responded aggressively, used profanity, and stated that he "didn't care" because he makes more money than any of us anyway. Customer service and professionalism matter. Unfortunately, the manager's behavior turned what had been an enjoyable evening into a negative experience that left our entire group questioning whether we would return. We hope ownership takes this feedback seriously and addresses both the customer service issues and management conduct at this location.

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3.1
(45 reviews)
0.0 mi

So Wicked Wolf is perfect if you were looking for party brunch spot. We went on a Saturday for…read morebrunch and the vibes were definitely there. They had a really good DJ and it was a fun atmosphere Now the service left something to be desired. While our server was nice, the food was slow to arrive and it took awhile to get our check as well. We ordered the wings which were good as well as individual entrees. I ordered the pancake sandwiches and they were just okay. Overall this spot is good for drinks, photos and vibes.

Woo child!! To be young again!…read more it's my sister's annual birthday week and we finished the night off after walking philly for what felt like 2 hours (25 minutes) and stumbled upon this club! the bouncers at the door were hella friendly (thanks billy) and the security inside kept a tight room. we joined in upon like 4 birthday parties and a full bottle service. needless to say the shots being poured were plentiful. Thank you to the really nice bartender in the orange hat (also a millennial) who grasps the concept of 'it's so loud in here' like it's not a nightclub. anyway the prices of the drinks were great. NO cover charges (that night) the floors were covered in confetti, and it was awesome watching jake paul get his jaw broken on someone's phone! #netflix ps. if you have a video of me acting up in a sombrero--no you don't.

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Little Gay Pub

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4.4
(21 reviews)
0.1 mi

Dear reader, Little…read moreGay Pub was quite easily one of our favourite spots in Philly. We went with a group two nights in a row, and everyone had such a great time both nights, which I think says rather a lot. It is not every place that earns an immediate return visit, let alone the very next evening. The music was good, the drinks were great, and the staff was super nice and friendly the entire time, which made the whole experience even better. The place was also really clean, and it never felt too crowded, which was especially appreciated with a group. There was room to actually enjoy ourselves without feeling packed in or shouted over. The rooftop was absolutely the crowd favourite and was so nice with the great weather. It really gave the whole place an extra bit of charm and made it very easy to settle in and stay a while. The location is also excellent, which made it a very convenient spot to come back to. Overall, this place delivered a thoroughly fun time, good drinks, and a very easy atmosphere to enjoy. We would absolutely go back and would happily recommend it.

Stopped in for a drink before dinner. Loved the small outdoor patio but being on the shorter size…read moreI couldn't really see too much of the street below. I understand safety first but I would have liked to seen more. The bartender was friendly and took my likes and offered me a drink to match them. They did a great job - something sweet with cherries, vodka and a touch of Smokey tequila. Upon hearing it was my friends birthday and us willing to try suggestions made based on our likes the bartender gave us drinks on the house. So amazing!! Great place, amazing staff and yummy drinks. Can't go wrong with that combo.

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