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Southwark

Cocktail Bar$$$$

Queen Village - Pennsport, Philadelphia

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Southwark

8.1^/10

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Ranked #3 for cocktail bars in Philadelphia
The folks at Food & Wine and Men's Health Mag like this place. Would you agree?
"One of the best classic cocktail bars in the country."(2 Tips)
"Outstanding whiskey collection, particularly rye."(6 Tips)
"The Gnocchi won't disappoint."(2 Tips)
"Get the Farmer's Platter & The Clams!"(2 Tips)

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Philadelphia MagazineAugust 5, 2014
One of the best classic cocktail bars in the country. It gets extra credit for stocking smart wine values like the Chad pinot noir, and more points still for the after-dinner drink menu. Read more
Michael LeisJune 16, 2022
Fantastic setting (love the window seats), great service and drinks -- and awesome snacks. Just a block off of the south street scene and feels like a different world
Philly.comAugust 3, 2014
A lively eat-at-the-bar scene in front and a slender rear dining room that opens onto a large patio. An impressive debut for Sheri, whose creative American fare blends seasonality and a light touch. Read more
stephanie pappasAugust 11, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Farmer platter is where it's at!!! All fresh and local and delicious! Good beer selection good liquor selection, husband loves their manhattan's
Serious EatsMay 21, 2014
An old-school Philly dining pioneer, Southwark has been serving farm-to-table dishes since before locavorism was "in."
CITY GRITAugust 1, 2014
An elevated take on English pub food using locally sourced ingredients from sustainable farms. Very popular late-night cocktail hangout.
Dave FisherSeptember 21, 2018
Tell your bartender what you like and watch as they make you a potent cocktail. Great bathrooms.
HomeSpeakeasyFebruary 3, 2012
With the best rye selection in the city (maybe the country!), Southwark is a dream come true for whiskey fans and a long-time favorite of ours.
Philadelphia MagazineSeptember 14, 2011
A classically elegant American bar with a lovely dining room and great small plates lands Southwark a spot on our 2011 list of Best Restaurants of Philly! Read more
Mattias RMay 12, 2018
Relaxed cocktail bar with creative cocktails. A bit too creative IMO, more isn’t necessarily better.
Chris LDecember 19, 2016
Food's OK, but the drinks are better. Get the Completely Reformed (Scotch, Bourbon, Apple Cider Syrup, Lemon, Allagash White).
Brad GrahamFebruary 27, 2014
Southwark has an extensive drink and cocktail menu with great options for dinner and dessert.
Lance LacoffMay 19, 2016
Try the beef tartare with egg and chips. The Gnocchi won't disappoint.
Men's Health MagNovember 8, 2011
You owe yourself a nip from their gin and rye collections—their cocktails are king, especially the Manhattans. Yes, even in Philly.
Samantha TurnerJuly 10, 2013
love this place. long, old school bar, and great basic American menu.
The FeastJune 10, 2011
Southwark has upped their food game with the addition of Nick Macri and his phenomenal charcuterie. So get it. And a perfect Manhattan. Read more
Ben SternDecember 27, 2016
Great cocktails, knowledgeable bartenders, and a fun vibe.
Chris DuganDecember 17, 2011
Instantly one of my top favorite bars in Philadelphia. Great drinks, great atmosphere, great bartenders.
Philadelphia MagazineNovember 14, 2013
Ten years in and still one of the best places to get a classic drink. Read more
travel42September 19, 2011
Excellent food and cocktails, including one of the best Manhattans you'll ever have.
Food & WineApril 21, 2011
This corner restaurant and barroom offers old-school cocktails and an impressive selection of ryes and gins.
Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 3, 2012
One of the very few classic cocktail bars in the city that can make a $15 drink that’s worth every penny.
DorothyFebruary 1, 2014
Everything was great, but the Scotch Egg is unbelievable!
Philadelphia MagazineDecember 2, 2011
Classy cocktails a bit on the pricey side, and every bit worth it. Read more
Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 3, 2011
Anything from the small-plates list, like homemade sausage, a crock of warm goat cheese, and vermouth-steamed clams. Read more
Bribble LegitNovember 17, 2011
The Manhattan gets all the love, but the Sazerac is to die for.
Larisa GrollemondApril 25, 2016
Whiskey cocktails--skip the food but get lots of drinks.
Samuel HoustonAugust 17, 2011
Ask for the Brooklyn manhattan. Ask for it the Sam Houston way. Houston street meets Brooklyn.
CaseyJuly 8, 2014
The best Manhattan in the city.
Ralph DiDomenicoJuly 9, 2017
Gnocchi is phenomenal!
Philadelphia MagazineDecember 7, 2011
Order the Jockey Club. One of the best drinks in Philadelphia. Read more
StephanieAugust 30, 2013
Standard food menu was nothing to write home about. Only thing I enjoyed was the heirloom tomato salad, but that was a special.
EsquireFebruary 2, 2011
Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. They make a perfect rye old fashioned. Read more
Chefs FeedAugust 5, 2014
Brian Ricci, chef of Kennett, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Farmhouse Platter. Read more
Matt WelshMay 15, 2011
Classiest bartenders in town. Great whiskey cocktails.
arielle hellerFebruary 26, 2012
Try the Farmhouse Charcuterie And Vermont Cheese Plate
Marshall LintonNovember 30, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Order an old fashioned from Kip.
Follow FoodieApril 5, 2011
Outstanding whiskey collection, particularly rye.
Laura GableMay 17, 2012
The best Manhattan in the city !;)
KC CollinsAugust 31, 2011
Get the Farmer's Platter & The Clams! Read more
Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 13, 2013
"Where I like to drink and feel like a grown up."
Jon GosierMay 26, 2012
Try the Qino Martini
Jon GosierJune 3, 2012
Try the Sazerac
Karen ElizabethDecember 14, 2012
Sazerac >>>
Jon KMay 20, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Ask about the Irish unicorn.

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