Explore Philadelphia
Monk's Cafe
Type: Bar, Pub
10Best Says
An oldie but a goodie. While dozens of newer craft-beer bars have opened since this one, you can't argue with a destination that's still considered the beer mecca of Philadelphia. Called "One of the... Read More
An oldie but a goodie. While dozens of newer craft-beer bars have opened since this one, you can't argue with a destination that's still considered the beer mecca of Philadelphia. Called "One of the Top Ten Places to Drink a Beer Before You Die" by All About Beer magazine, Monk's pours several hundred of the world's best beers and almost single-handedly originated the Belgian beer craze in America. If you can tear yourself away from the beer, there's also food: European dishes cooked in beer, eight different preparations of mussels and seven burger topping combinations, each named after something related to Belgium.
Advertisement
Hours:
- Bar: Daily 11:30am-2am
- Restaurant: Daily 11:30am-1am
Admissions:
- No Cover Charge
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Sharon Rigney
Philadelphia Local Expert
- Rittenhouse Square's Best Nightlife, Bars: "Monk's bartenders are among the most knowledgeable in the business, and they expect patrons to have many, many questions about the leather-bound beer menu. As long as you don't make a pest of yourself, you should feel comfortable asking questions and asking for samples."
- Best Nightlife: "Monk's bartenders are among the most knowledgeable in the business, and they expect patrons to have many, many questions about the leather-bound beer menu. As long as you don't make a pest of yourself, you should feel comfortable asking questions and requesting samples."
- Best for Rittenhouse Square's Best Nightlife Because: When it comes to good craft beer venues, this is your place.
- Recommended as Best Nightlife Because: When looking for a venue to grab some food and a drink, Monk's offers visitors quality craft beers and food in a cozy setting.
- Best for Bars Because: When they call it The Soul of Belgium in the Heart of Philadelphia, it's hard to turn this happening beer spot down.
