Dispatches From Philadelphia
Testimonials from bartenders, owners and community organizers in the wake of COVID-19.
- story: Drew Lazor
- illustration: Nick Hensley
A Night at the Door With Three Philadelphia Bouncers
The eyes and ears of three very different bars tell us about their normal—and not-so-normal—nights on the job.
- story: Drew Lazor
- photos: Neal Santos
Abe Fisher
A restaurant that playfully reflects the multicultural cuisines of the Jewish diaspora does not exactly scream “best amari selection in the city,” but that’s exactly what’s going on behind the…
- story: Talia Baiocchi
The Good King Tavern
A cozy, narrow bistro serving the leafy residential neighborhoods of Queen Village and Bella Vista, the Good King is a good hang for anyone looking to warm up with proper…
- story: Talia Baiocchi
Behind Zahav’s List of One-Time-Only Cocktails
For three years, diners at Zahav's chef's counter would get a tasting menu of cocktails tailor-made for the meal and their tastes. Lizzie Munro on Brian Kane's journal of hundreds…
- story: Lizzie Munro
- photos: Neal Santos
Thank You, Bartending
There are certain things that only bartending can teach. Adam Erace offers a thank you letter to the profession for all of the late nights, $2 Miller Lites and, ultimately,…
- story: Adam Erace
- illustration: Maddie Edgar
The Rise of the Fast-Casual Cocktail Bar
Now that drinkers have grown accustomed to cocktails made with fresh ingredients and top-notch skills, bar-owners are starting to offer them in more casual settings—often right alongside their high-end counterparts.…
- story: Leah Mennies
- illustration: Natalie K Nelson
It’s Not For Everyone: Philly’s Most Idiosyncratic Cocktail Bar
Welcome to "About a Bar," a column that explores America's newest and most notable bars and cocktail programs. This week, Southwark, Philadelphia's first classic cocktail bar.
- story: Drew Lazor
- illustration: Natalie K Nelson
Pub & Kitchen
Renowned for its burger but adept at so much more, P&K is the urbane establishment we all wish we had on—and in—our corner. As the neophytes fawn over the basics…
- story: punch_intern2
Townsend
The Francophilic fine-dining leanings of Townsend Wentz meet their playful match in the front barroom of the chef’s popular restaurant, where classic drinks are augmented with friendly bits of trickery.…
- story: punch_intern2
