These 10+ Happy Hours In The Rittenhouse Square Area Aren’t Just Limited To The Bar
It’s time to make more friends – these restaurants offer happy hours that allow you to sit anywhere to take advantage of their deals.
There’s not nothing not to love about a good Philly happy hour. You can literally have a meal and at these happy hours you can also sit anywhere within the restaurant and, in some cases, even outside (looking at you Via Locusta).
Now updated on September 12, 2024, see the most popular or available choices below and if there’s any one missing, just let us know. Also please note that these photos are not the actual happy hour items (still working on that!)
Bar Lesieur
What it is: Michael Schulson’s French cocktail and cuisine offering.
Where it is: 1523 Sansom, between 15th & 16th Streets
When it’s happening: Tuesday through Saturday from 4-6pm.
What’s on the menu: $6 wines. $7 cocktails. A $5 beer. But the food choices! A fried chicken sandwich, mac & cheese, a cheeseburger, mushroom toast, fries and a bit more, ranging from $5 to $8! See the full menu here.
Accepts reservations? Yes, here.
Stay updated: Their Instagram is always up to date.
Bellini
What it is: An intimate, Italian family-owned restaurant.
Where it is: 220 South 16th Street, between Walnut & Locust
When it’s happening: Weekdays from 4-6pm.
What’s on the menu: $5 bruschetta, $6 home-made meatballs plus calamari, gnocchi, and, of course, calamari. Plus $7 cocktails, $6 wine, and $5 for beer. Menu is here.
Accepts reservations? Yes, here.
Stay updated: They update their site regularly.
El Rey
What it is: Stephen Starr’s homage to Mexican street food.
Where it is: 2013 Chestnut St, between 20th & 21st Streets
When it’s happening: Weekdays from 4-6pm.
What’s on the menu: $1 – $4 food items including salsa and chips, tacos with a vegetarian option, and other small bites. Note that sometimes the tacos sometimes differ from the regular menu. Select margaritas (classic and a special) are $6 while beers are $4-$5. Menu is here.
Accepts reservations? Yes, here.
Stay updated: Follow them on Instagram
Patchwork
What it is: A restaurant in the Hyatt Centric hotel helmed by Akhtar Nawab, a former protege of Tom Colicchio’s.
Where it is: In the Hyatt Centric on Chancellor, between 16th & 17th.
When it’s happening: Weekdays from 4-6pm.
What’s on the menu: Not much but the restaurant does have a nice patio if with a limited view. Some flatbreads for $10, small bites for $6, beer, wine and a cocktail of the day. Menu is here.
Accepts reservations? Yes, here.
Stay updated: They have some fun events so follow them on Instagram.
Pub & Kitchen
What it is: A beloved neighborhood tavern that works for everyone.
Where it is: 1946 Lombard St, between 19th & 20th Streets.
When it’s happening: Weekdays from 4-6pm.
What’s on the menu: It’s a bit limited with 4 food items at $10, wine for $8, and beer for $4. Menu is here.
Accepts reservations? Yes, here.
Stay updated: Follow them on Instagram.
Restaurant Aleksandar
What it is: A European restaurant established by a German exchange student.
Where it is: 126 S 19th St (before Sansom)
When it’s happening: Tuesdays – Saturdays from 5-7p.
What’s on the menu: It’s pretty extensive! There are plenty of cocktails, wine and beer (of course), Fois Gras Toast, Deviled Eggs, and a few other small bites. The menu is here.
Accepts reservations? Yes, here.
Stay updated: Follow them on Instagram.
Tria
What it is: The cozy wine bar you’ve possibly passed by many times.
Where it is: 123 S. 18th at the corner of Sansom.
When it’s happening: Sundays (!!) – Thursdays from 4-6pm.
What’s on the menu: Wine lovers only welcome! Wine and a snack board are $9 each. Menu is here.
Accepts reservations? Yes, here.
Stay updated: Follow them on Instagram.
Veda
What it is: A “modern” Indian restaurant with delicious alcoholic drink options. This is NOT your traditional restaurant but the food is always good.
Where it is: 1920 Chestnut, between 19th & 20th Streets
When it’s happening: 5-7pm DAILY. Even on weekends!
What’s on the menu: Some good food options ranging from a $4 goat cheese naan to an $8 lamb donut. Also some interesting cocktails for $9, wine and beer. The menu is here.
Accepts reservations? Yes, here.
Stay updated: Follow them on Instagram.
Via Locusta
What it is: Michael Schulson’s “modern” Italian restaurant with outdoor seating.
Where it is: On Locust next to Parc.
When it’s happening: Everyday from 4-6pm!
What’s on the menu: It’s very extensive with half sandwiches that will fill you up for just $6 to spritzes for $8. The menu is here – be sure to scroll to the bottom for the happy hour section.
Accepts reservations? Yes, here.
Stay updated: Follow them on Instagram.
