The Jim

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About The Jim

The Jim, a hidden gem tucked away in Philadelphia's South Street district, offers a delightful fusion of Asian and American flavors in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The ambiance is perfect, with a red glow and limited seating that creates an elevated dive bar vibe. The menu features standout dishes like the chicken fried rice, bang bang shrimp, dumplings, and fries, all accompanied by delicious house-made condiments. While the menu changes frequently, leaving some favorite items short-lived, the food is consistently amazing. The Jim is a spot that diners want to keep to themselves, as the single staff member works hard to provide a memorable dining experience. Visitors praise the Korean food, especially the Nasi goreng, describing it as perfect, and appreciate the overall vibe, which feels like being in a moody music video. The bar's low lighting and atmosphere add to its charm, making it a favorite for those who enjoy a good drink and good food. However, it is not kid-friendly and has limited wheelchair accessibility, with two steps and a vestibule. Despite the welcoming environment, some staff have been noted as rude and lacking knowledge about the food, and there have been complaints about poor service and unhelpful responses. Overall, The Jim remains a beloved spot for its unique atmosphere and tasty dishes, with the bartender often going above and beyond to ensure a good experience.

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The Jim Reviews

4.4
59 ratings
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4
12%
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Food
4.4
Atmosphere
4.3
Service
4.1

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True Philly CHEESE STEAK! WIZWIT!
Really enjoy this place. It’s absolutely fantastic. You’re walking in. It’s like a classic dive bar, but they serve some of the best Asian food I’ve ever tasted. We ordered the edamame the Ramen, shrimp dumplings, spring rolls side of energy two spicy hot margaritas. Everything was absolutely unbelievably fantastic! Bartender was also extremely personable and friendly far back is also very nice cordial as well. The entire atmosphere overall really nice.
Insanely good drinks, food, and vibe !! Wanted to come here for so long and it’s epic, highly recommend (also get the dumplings)

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Hours

Monday 4PM - 2AM
Tuesday 4PM - 2AM
Wednesday 4PM - 2AM
Thursday 4PM - 2AM
Friday 4PM - 2AM
Saturday 12PM - 2AM
Sunday 12PM - 2AM
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