It’s about time you switched up your go-to drink order. There are so many tasty and refreshing ways to spice up your night out, so why not shake things up! Philadelphia is full of hidden gems with some of the best and most delicious drink menus. Whether you prefer to sip on a martini or a tall glass of an IPA, we’ve curated a list of some of the best drink menus in Philly.
Two words: Cocktail. Buckets. Need we say more? If drinks in unconventional containers really get you going, then Howl At The Moon is your bar. From JELL-O shots in syringes to cocktails in sand buckets, this live music bar on South 15th Street is the place to be. Howl At The Moon is the perfect place if your ideal Saturday night includes drinking something fruity and sweet and dancing your heart out. Here’s our recommendations. For buckets, we LOVE the aptly named, “Hot Girl Summer”, which has two different types of rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and the cherry on top: Coconut Red Bull. For shots and cocktails, try their Strawberry Shortcake shot and their Cherry Limeade cocktail.
Heading over to Rittenhouse? Add 1 Tippling Place to your list of must-visit locations. This stylish cocktail bar and lounge has quite the colorful drink menu. They have a great menu of classic cocktails like Blackmail–rum, lime, honey, and blackberry–and Lavender–gin. lemon, and lavender, and many more to chose from.
Next on our list: Manayunk Brewing Company. Because no list about drinks would be complete without a local brewery. Located on Main street, this pub is serving up a flight of flavors that is not just limited to beer. They also have a full bar as well as a fantastic list of seasonal cocktails! With beers on tap like Brotherly Love and Philadelphia Pale Ale, Manayunk Brewing Company is perfect for any Philly fan.
Shifting gears, let’s get fancy. Next on our list for the top drink menus in Philly is Library Bar. Located in Rittenhouse Square, this cozy and classy lounge is home to a pretty creative cocktail menu. Library Bar is your perfect match if a calm evening out for drinks is your ideal way to spend a night out on the town. Here you can enjoy the dark and intimate library setting with bookshelves and leather accent chairs while unwinding over one of their signature and seasonal drinks. However, what we love most about Library Bar are the Philly inspired cocktail names. To name a few: A Walk Down Delancey, The Old City, Broad Street Bullies, and Poems By Walt.
Mixed drinks aren’t for everyone, we get it. If you don’t like the hangovers that some cocktails can cause but still want to get your drink on, don’t worry. Our next option has got you covered. Located in the heart of University City, meet Local 44. This quaint neighborhood bar and restaurant has a fantastic beer menu. Local 44 also has an extension directly next door called The Bottle Shop where you can buy individual cans or packs of their specialty beers.
Karleigh is an intern for the Stuff to Do in Philly City Guide. For more insight on the best events and things to do in the Philadelphia area, download the UNATION app and follow @StufftoDoinPhilly on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and TikTok.

