After dark · Philadelphia, United States
15 Best Bars & Nightlife Spots in Philadelphia
The Dandelion leads the night. The rest of Philadelphia's best pours follow, by real review volume.
Ranked by traveler review volume across the bars and nightlife spots we track in Philadelphia. Updated monthly.
The Dandelion
BarThe Dandelion is a charming British-inspired pub located on Sansom Street in the heart of Philadelphia.
Read our full guide →McGillin's Olde Ale House
BarMcGillin's Olde Ale House, established in 1860, holds the title of Philadelphia's oldest continuously operating tavern.
Read our full guide →Good Dog Bar
BarGood Dog Bar is a beloved neighborhood watering hole at 224 S 15th Street in Philadelphia's Center City.
Read our full guide →Harp & Crown
BarHarp & Crown is a two-story bar and restaurant located on Sansom Street in the heart of Center City Philadelphia.
Read our full guide →Time
BarFree entryTime is a well-loved bar located on Sansom Street in the heart of Philadelphia's Midtown Village.
Read our full guide →Khyber Pass Pub
BarTucked away on South 2nd Street in Philadelphia's historic Old City, the Khyber Pass Pub is a beloved local institution that blends old-world pub charm with an unexpected Afghan aesthetic.
Read our full guide →Standard Tap
BarStandard Tap is a cornerstone of Philadelphia's Northern Liberties neighborhood, widely credited with sparking the city's gastropub movement.
Read our full guide →Dirty Franks
BarFree entryDirty Franks is a quintessential Philadelphia dive bar located on South 13th Street in the vibrant Midtown Village neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Oscar's Tavern
BarOscar's Tavern is a beloved neighborhood dive bar on Sansom Street in the heart of Philadelphia's business district.
Read our full guide →The Ranstead Room
BarThe Ranstead Room is a clandestine cocktail bar tucked away on a quiet street in Philadelphia's bustling Midtown Village.
Read our full guide →Sassafras
BarSassafras is a beloved bar in Philadelphia's historic Old City neighborhood, offering a unique blend of Southern hospitality and urban cool.
Read our full guide →The Trestle Inn
BarFree entryThe Trestle Inn is a unique bar on North 11th Street in Philadelphia, blending a dive bar vibe with live go-go dancing.
Read our full guide →SkyHigh
BarFree entrySkyHigh is a rooftop bar perched atop a building on North 19th Street in Philadelphia’s Logan Square area.
Read our full guide →Graffiti Bar
BarFree entryGraffiti Bar on South 13th Street in Philadelphia is a classic dive bar that has been a neighborhood staple for decades.
Read our full guide →The Library Bar
BarFree entryThe Library Bar is a sophisticated cocktail lounge located inside The Rittenhouse Hotel, overlooking the scenic Rittenhouse Square.
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How we pick these
Bars, pubs and nightlife in Philadelphia ranked by how highly people rate them, drawn from the 64 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Most bars in Philadelphia fill up later in the evening rather than right after work.
A few rooftop and cocktail spots have a smart-casual door policy.
Check the last metro or line up a ride before a late night out.
Common questions
Where is the nightlife in Philadelphia?+
This list ranks the best-rated bars and nightlife spots in Philadelphia so you can find the right area for the night you want.
What time do bars close in Philadelphia?+
Closing times vary by venue and neighborhood; late-night spots are noted where we have hours.
Is Philadelphia good for a night out?+
Yes — from relaxed pubs to late bars, the highest-rated options are all here.
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