Warm candlelight, plush Mediterranean decor and sultry world beats put an inviting new twist on the Rittenhouse lounge.

• “BAD atmosphere”
• “ANTI-SEMITIC ESTABLISHMENT”
• “WORST SERVICE!”
• “This place is a pretentious waste of time”
• “a real find”

Tips: Every Thursday from 10pm-2am is free hookah night.

Byblos

Come for the creamy pints, stay for the food.

• “Love the Special Cocktails!”
• “Good food, but hated the ”
• “A good restaurant – not a pub”
• “Great Sunday brunch experience”
• “The Plough and Stars do not honor the web advertizement”

Tips: Enjoy the raised waffle station for brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; don’t miss traditional Irish music sessions on Sundays from 4pm to 8pm.

the Plough & the Stars
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Old City revelers now have reason to cross party lines and cab it across town to this new second-floor lair.

• “ONLY FOR D*UCHE-BAGS AND PAP”
• “Worst Bar in Philly!”
• “An instant favorite”
• “Great atmosphere, something different”
• “Finally! “

Tips: Bamboo-not literally-but the house cocktail of light rum poured over fresh muddles limes, pineapples, lemons.

Bamboo Lounge

Beyond the eye-popping, electric-blue neon sign: old-school drinks and newfangled food.

• “RUDE BOUNCERS”
• “worst place”
• “Worst Club with Aweful Bouncers”
• “Small and arrogant”
• “the computer made me do it”

Tips: You can pay tribute to the titular ‘50s cocktail with an array of variations. Especially inviting are the Soprano made with sambuca, the Mintini made with mint schnapps, and the Flirtini made with champagne.

Bleu Martini
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This friendly family-run tavern is one of the city’s oldest watering holes.

• “Not all that its hyped up to be”
• “ONE BIG PROBLEM”
• “Best Bar in Philly”
• “If you’re over 30… Leave after Happy Hour”
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Tips: Late at night, McGillin’s is best approached from 13th Street, where street lamps cast light onto the otherwise vacant stretch of Drury.

McGillin’s Old Ale House

Part sultry lounge with groovy DJs and a late night scene, part neighborhood bar where you can catch the game.

Chelsea Lounge

Small space, big DJs: This stylish club draws a young crowd and top-notch turntable talent.

• “Looking for the new 5 Spot??”
• “Weekend Fun Spot”
• “One of the friendliest places I have been”
• “Divas that Dance”
• “Awesome Saturdays”

Fluid

Maybe it’s not the most authentic Irish bar in town, but don’t tell that to the crowds of students who flock here.

• “Great place to hang out with friends”
• “Rude Bartenders”
• “Happy Hour Haven”
• ””
• “Laid Back Fun”

Tips: Lunchtime and summer weeknights may be the only time to appreciate in peace the impressive decor and good draft selection.

Irish Pub
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The afterhours vibe, top-tier DJs and bands make this club a draw for hip cats of any stripe.

• “THE WORST PLACE IN PHILLY!”
• “tuesday always jumping”
• “Keep an eye on your belongings!!!”
• “2 dollar tuesdays”
• “Chicagos best nite club”

Tips: Be forewarned: The bar may be closed on the weekends if nothing’s happenin’.

Transit Nightclub