50 Best Cocktail Bars near Drexel Hill

“Streetlight Kitchen & Bar is a great restaurant to go to for dinner. Their smashburger is delicious and seasoned perfectly. Streetlight is a great place to eat with friends and family.The atmosphere is great and the servers are very polite. Would recommend people that love high quality food and great cocktails to go to this restaurant.“

“In all fairness, it’s been years since I’ve been there however, when I did go with my wife it was an awesome experience. I had my most favorite drink that I have ever experienced there. It was a vanilla-raisin old fashioned. I enjoyed it so much I have re-created it to the best of my ability many times over. You will love this place!“

“Hands down, the best drinks in the city! Each cocktail was like a work of art—thoughtfully crafted with incredible attention to detail and flavor. You can really tell the bartenders put care and creativity into every pour.
This spot is perfect for a date night or if you’re just in the mood to treat yourself to an exceptional cocktail experience. The vibe is relaxed yet stylish, and the staff couldn’t be more friendly or knowledgeable.
Absolutely loved my time here and can’t wait to come back for more. Highly, highly recommend!“

“Absolutely love love love Kiddo - the menu changes based on what's in season, and the chef's thoughtfulness and attention to detail are unsurpassed. Many dishes are veggie-forward, creative and sensational, but my (fussy) husband swears the pork is the best he's ever had. Drinks are perfect, fresh bread heavenly. Can't recommend highly enough!“

“Edit: due to a computer glitch, which told us we could get in at 8 AM, we got to go arcade three hours early. They did not let us in until an hour before, But they were so hospitable and apologetic, they even upgraded our seats. Cheers to them. For doing the right thing. Customer service is fantastic. Thank you, Bethany for your help.

I love the bar. The one in England was way better, though. They had their stuff together. I know this one was only open a few weeks before we got there. But they made you actually leave the building and get back in line to come back in.They need to work on their efficiency. Otherwise, the staff were fairly friendly.“

“Great food- attentive waitstaff.“

“From one barista to another- incredible work 🩶. I was enamored by the inherent sweetness of their shots, very caramel-forward. Ended up going home with a bag of honey processed beans and a persistent hankering for another visit. My visit was brief because I had a schedule to stay on, but I could easily see myself spending multiple hours here. Community vibes come naturally to this place.“

“it was a great place to check out had a great time highly recommend going and seeing for yourself“

“Ripplewood Whiskey REALLY impressed me. The food is not only creative and unique - it’s insanely delicious. I ordered their take on fish & chips: sesame-crusted cod with a miso caramel glaze, paired with garlic creamed kale (I never realized kale could taste this good) and purple sweet potatoes. It’s the kind of dish where everything just makes sense together and I legitimately can't stop thinking about it.

You don’t come across this food every day. I’m already looking forward to coming back to try more..and more...and more...(don't tell my wallet)“

“A group of us went here last night and we loved our experience! The food was excellent. Entrees - steak frites, burgers - were all great. Everyone enjoyed their appetizers too. Also, a really nice selection of cocktails and wine. The service was very friendly and accommodating. We will be back!“

“Had a few drinks here with the lovely bartender Alyssa(sp?!) looking out for me and showing me the good stuff. Of course fancypants mcgee here had to go for the most expensive cocktail on the list, but The Waldorf is absolutely worth it! (Tobacco Road and Bombay Moon were beautiful too don't get me wrong)
Next time I'm in the area I'll try a few of their enormous assortment of whiskey's, I counted like 170ish on the shelves, lord knows what goodies they have in their secret stash... well worth the trip ?“

“I am a regular at Spin Philadelphia. I usually go and have a very good time. I enjoy the food, drinks, and the atmosphere. I recently had a situation where someone asked security to deal with me. I was upset and started acting up because I was being wrongfully accused. Even though my night was going bad, I felt better because of the way I was treated by some staff. The security guy with the bandana and the front desk ping pong player were very nice to me. They heard me out, showed me respect, and were very understanding of the situation. They assured me that I was welcomed back anytime. I really appreciated that. Thank you.“

“The food and service were outstanding and the ambiance was perfect for our Anniversary dinner.“

“Not kidding. Our table of 4 ordered nearly everything in the menu. Each bite was delicious, balanced, nuanced, worldly, fresh, and inventive. We ordered a second dish of the carrots, and also the cukes. Dessert was outstanding. Interesting wines, including a chilled Croatian wine that paired well with every dish. Definitely returning. Soon! ❤️“

“Kind and Handsome server and delicious wine selection!“

“Great food and drinks At happy hour“

“Enswell is a gorgeous restaurant (even the loo is worth a visit... think high gloss burgundy and wallpaper) and bottle shop, and the service is some of the best I've experienced in the city thus far. The sausage was so good, the flat white was excellent, and the potatoes are perfectly crispy. You're in a great neighborhood for roaming, some light shopping, and people watching. Highly recommend and so happy we spent our Friday morning at a sweet little two-top outside chatting with our server-- great way to start the weekend.“

“Not child friendly need more option“

“this place slays. I wish they were open more. I would come here every day if I could. but I can’t because they’re not open every day. the bar staff is so friendly. I wish izzy’s was bigger so I could bring everyone I know. But it’s small. the cocktails are delicious. thanks for reading.“

“Came to the neighborhood to look at a rental unit so I popped in here for lunch. Staff was welcoming, drinks were inexpensive, the Angus burger was delicious. Bar tender was super kind and the other patrons we're super sociable. I will be popping back into this place periodically. Hidden gem ♥️“

“Had to check out STATIC! as soon as it opened since Next of Kin is one of my favorite cocktail bars in the city.

The drinks are very similar to Next of Kin, the menu format is different though. Each page has a different type of cocktail and a corresponding theme to it. It’s a cute idea!

We sat at a table near the bar and the service was great. They were attentive and even gave us a free shot! Our drinks were tasty, my friend didn’t *love* his espresso martini but we still enjoyed it overall.

The thing that was difficult about this bar was they have floor to ceiling windows all along the front, so the openness caused the music and other patrons voices to echo and reflect. It was pretty loud in there. I also like when cocktail bars don’t have a lot of windows, to create a cozier feel. That’s just a personal preference.

It’s nice to have a more relaxed vibe in the Gayborhood - I can see myself coming back in the future!“

“1st time there and can’t wait to go back! Great atmosphere, customer service and outstanding food! Loved the variety and unique tacos. Highly recommend. 👍🏻“

“Having dinner with Leslie Smallwood-Lewis at Treble and Bass. Outstanding food and outstanding service!! Definitely five stars and five thumbsup!!👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾“

“We had a good, not great meal here. For the price (which was considerable) we were definitely expecting a bit more. The cocktails were great and the service great, the food was a bit underwhelming. We went with the tasting menu instead of a la carte and found the dishes good, but not anything particularly special. They were very accommodating with an allergy which was very nice. I'd like to try the bar menu but probably don't need another dining room experience.“

“We were just there to celebrate our daughter’s graduation from TJU. Impeccable service, delicious food and cocktails. Our server, Michael was amazing from start to finish! The care and concern for my Dad’s well being did not go unnoticed and was appreciated! Will definitely be in again! Thank you for a great evening!“

“Amazing place, delicious food, fun atmosphere and reasonable prices“

“My husband took me out to Philly for an early Mother’s Day gift. He said we were going to a “speakeasy” type bar in Chinatown but I didn’t believe him. When we got to an iron screen door, he was like this is it and I was like you got to be kidding me. The owner came out, asked my husband if he knew it was a cash bar took our ids then went inside. The owner brought back our ids then took us inside to a foyer where he told us the rules of the bar. Cash only, absolutely, no photography and no phones. If you need to take a phone call, you go back to foyer area or outside to not disturb people. We agreed to rules and went inside. The bar was dimly lit with candles on each table. The decor was amazing with pictures and antiques on the wall. We were sat at a table and given a cocktail menu. The cocktails were unique and separated by whiskey, gin, vodka and rum. If you need a light since it is so dim in the bar, they will bring you a light because they brought one to my husband. There were no beers on the menu so if that is what you’re looking for then this isn’t the place for you. We ordered our cocktails and they were amazing. Since there is no phone usage, you have more of an intimate experience with the person you are with because you aren’t distracted by your phone. We sat and talked while drinking our drinks. The owner came over and asked us about our drinks and how we were doing. We then ordered another round of drinks and continued talking. We enjoyed our time at Hop Sing Laundromat. Service was great, bartenders were great, owner was great, and the ambiance was amazing. This is a great date night spot for anyone who wants to enjoy a intimate setting with a cocktail or two. I would post pictures but again, No Photography so you would have to go in order to see it to believe it. You will enjoy this experience and not be disappointed.“

“Awesome food and staff always fresh delicious ingredients!“

“Classy but casual atmosphere and some of the most inventive and impressive vegan dishes I’ve had anywhere. A mandatory stop whenever I’m in Philly!“

“2nd time here & 10/10 love this place will be going again. We had a decent size party and they really killed it. Thank youuu to the wonderful staff. Will be returning. 🥰🥰“

“Fantastic!! Queso fundido with chorizo served with flour tortillas was amazing. The birria tacos are definitely worth getting again. And the drinks were delicious and delightful. The Sangre de Bruja and the Purgotorio!!!“

“This restaurant is a love letter to food. The service was amazing, the ambience was fantastic, and the food was some of the best I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing in Philly. My gf and I stopped during a busy Friday service and got seating right away at the bar with full menu available. I hope every employee here is shown gratitude for the excellent restaurant they are running. We will be back many more times!“

“The food was fabulous!! Atmosphere was spot on! Love, love, loved it!!“

“Had a rare date night tonight with my husband (we have a 3 year old at home) and everything was great from beginning to end! Our server Jess P was great! We could not have been happier with the decision to dine at Rosemary! Can’t wait to head back again!“

“I am giving Tattoed Mom’s all of the stars possible. The vibe is immaculate, food is spectacular, staff are top notch and it’s a super inviting place to hang out. Sunday craft night was amazing as well. Anyone on South St. needs to check out this gem. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“staff friendly and attentive. please ask for Jason's area. informative for everyone...recommend great eats. job well done ..they didn't lack anything...food hot when served.“

“Loved the ambiance and decor. Service was friendly and timely. Had the Cosmo Spacely cocktail which was very smooth. Started with the French Onion Soup Dumplings - what a great idea! They were a fun and tasty starter. I had the Peruvian Chicken. It was fabulous and delicious! I will be thinking about that crispy and flavorful chicken and the cilantro sauce accent for a long time. We shared the Mexican Chocolate Layer Cake for dessert. The sauce had just the right amount of spice. Would highly recommended having dinner here!“

“Music on South St. continues thanks to Katie and Tom from Milkboy South St. You know there is a very easy way to su0porrt Philadelphia venues. Show up“

“One of my favorite places to eat! Well-crafted food with a sense of adventure. Always delicious. Incredible margaritas too. Service is attentive (calling you out, Alex- you are wonderful!). Can’t go wrong.“

“Delicious food, beautiful scenery, very friendly staff.“

“Very friendly service, very pleasant surroundings. Perfect place to stop and have a light nosh. There’s ciders are quite good, but on the dry side, which I especially appreciate. They also have excellent local wines and white snack snacks. Highly recommend recommended.“

“Absolute neighborhood gem. Fantastic Neapolitan-style pizza with a thin crispy base and chewy fluffy crust. Excellent, friendly, and PERSONAL service. Plenty of vegan options for plant-based pizza lovers!! A real treat and a fantastic start to any evening in Passyunk. So happy!“

“The Bok building is a magical place, but go to the roof and eat at Irwins. The food, drink, and service was outstanding. The outdoor rooftop seating has a beautiful view of south Philly. Our reservation was outside. During our experience it did rain a bit, but it was worth staying. Our server was a trooper for keeping the patio goin. At night during a Phils/Eagles game you can hear the crowd roar. Electric.

The food and drink was great. There are Mezze, Pasta, Main Entree and Dessert options. I assume the menu is seasonal based on the ingredients, but I am unsure. There is a cocktail menu, wine offerings and full bar. I didnt have time to even take pictures of all the food and cocktails we were enjoying it soo much. We ordered about half the menu and will be returning to order the remaining items.

Dessert is worth it's own mention. At a lot of places, dessert is kinda a throwaway/pass. Not at Irwins. I told my wife we will also be coming back to Irwins solely for drinks and desserts next time we are eating somewhere else close by. We got the Milk and Honey Pistachio Gelato and an Almond Torta Cake that should be nominated for some kind of award.

I would recommend making a reservation. If the weather is nice, eat outside. Tell your spouse you are taking them to a Sicily Roof Jawn for dinner.“

“Dope spot ....food great 👍🏾 nice vibes“

“Food was so delicious! Wonderful outside balcony seating! Great service? love this place!“

“Good food, great service, charming atmosphere, friendly staff.“

“Such amazing and creative food, it was really good and the ambience was lovely outside! Server was so helpful with suggestions and food and drinks were fantastic!“

“My wife and I just visited this place for the first time, and I really liked how friendly and welcoming Brian was. The drinks were excellent, and I loved that they were all zero alcohol. My wife doesn't drink much and prefers zero-proof options. I also appreciate that it's an LGBTQ-owned establishment. It has a very homey vibe, making you feel like you're hanging out at a friend's place. We wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the drag karaoke but we did not realize there was an event and had only planned to stay for a drink or two. We will follow for the events from now on!“

“Great food. The staff was friendly and attentive. Nice place to visit.“

“stop by curious of good burgers !! found GREAT burgers and FANTASTIC people! now Wolf Burger is my reg. Friday stop @ 👍🏻😋❤️“