We stopped in here when we first rolled into Philly and knew nothing about the place. It's really quite an historic spot, as we learned from the proprietor. And the food and beer were really fantastic. What a surprise! Thought I just had to write something about it.

I've been goin to this bar for years and it will always be my favorite for atmosphere alone; it's like something out of a Tom Waits song. It's in old city, which may make some wary, but ignore that instinct to avoid obnoxious suburbanites and give it a shot. The prices are reasonable, the cocktails are strong, and the food... More

I was there last week with a party of ten and we tried a number of their appetizers. All of them were quite tasty but I really enjoyed the grilled calamari. It was tender and the sauce they served it with was extremely good. I liked the calamari so much that I looked for it under entrees. Since I didn't... More

We got ostrich burgers and while its small there is a dear smoking a pipe ! haha had fun and would love to go back

My husband and I just happened to walk in to this place but we loved it! We were starving so i got the tomatoe soup and cheese on sourdough. It was amazing. It had apricot and onions on it which sounds awful but is really good.husband had steak sandwich and fries. He was quite happy with his meal! We loved... More

Just stopped in for drinks. Its a very small place however the bar itself is a beautiful antique and the barstools comfortable. The place lends itself to 1920"s speakeasy. The bartenders are professionals and very well trained, Didn't eat but menu was a typical bar menu, food that was ordered around us smelled very good and the people seemed to... More

Sometimes you just want a good drink, a good burger and some good live music. Sassafras in "Old City" Philadelphia has consistently provided me with all three and more! When you walk up on the days I do (pretty much any evening but Sunday or Monday) you're greeted with a local jazz band (my favorites are Brady the sax player... More

Great little bar down the street from City Tavern. Has an open wall so you can enjoy the beautiful weather whiel enjoying a cocktail.

I have to start with a positive: I loved my waiter/bartender. He was very friendly, funny, and competent. That is the end of anything positive I can say about this place. Oh, and the women's bathroom is nice and bigger than my apartment. The restaurant smells awful - like a bathroom, in fact. My water had two black pellets in... More