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CENTER CITY. Billed as the "restaurant that loves you every night," Friday Saturday Sunday began as a dare...

CENTER CITY. Billed as the "restaurant that loves you every night," Friday Saturday Sunday began as a dare amongst friends in the late 1970s and has been key part of the Philly restaurant scene ever since. Patrons adore the modest prices and rustic, romantic charm of the place almost as much as they do the traditional American eats. And if you're on you own for the night, there's no friendlier place to sadle up solo than their upstairs bar. All bottles of wine are listed at just $10 over cost.

Hours: Mon-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm; Sun 5pm-10pm

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CENTER CITY. Versatile Woody's occupies two levels, offering its primarily gay clientele a wide range of diversions. On...

CENTER CITY. Versatile Woody's occupies two levels, offering its primarily gay clientele a wide range of diversions. On the first floor, there's the swanky Manhattan Lounge (actually the original Woody's bar), the casual Pub Room, and Woody's Coffee Bar, a comfortable little spot that overlooks the street and serves terrific cappuccinos and panini. Upstairs is another bar, an area for film screenings and, of course, the disco. Things in the disco don't get going until late, but once they do you can count on great music (everything from country to cutting edge house) and even better scenery.

Hours: Downstairs Mon-Fri 4pm-2am; Sat-Sun Noon-2am
Upstairs Tue-Sun 10pm-Close

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card

CENTER CITY. This Center City restaurant and lounge made its debut in 2000, and in the years since has done nothing...

CENTER CITY. This Center City restaurant and lounge made its debut in 2000, and in the years since has done nothing except cement its place atop the list of Philly's most attractive gathering places on or off the Avenue of the Arts. Indeed, the stylish space, which pairs exposed brick walls with cool, contemporary furniture, has become a neighborhood fixture, and many of its regulars are folks who are intimately involved with the arts. Come early in the evening and enjoy a pre-theater feast of Mediterranean and Latin-influenced tapas; stop by bar after the show, and you'll find the mixed crowd is comprised of more than a few pretty faces.

Hours: Mon-Sat 5pm-2am; Sun 11am-3pm, 5pm-2am

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CENTER CITY. For potent margaritas and awesome south of border eats in the Center City area, this homegrown outpost is...

CENTER CITY. For potent margaritas and awesome south of border eats in the Center City area, this homegrown outpost is tough to beat!

Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-10pm; Fri 11am-11pm; Sat 1pm-11pm; Sun 2pm-9pm

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CENTER CITY. For an elegant evening of live music and dancing, The Swann Lounge is tops. In addition, the Swann also...

CENTER CITY. For an elegant evening of live music and dancing, The Swann Lounge is tops. In addition, the Swann also offers a lovely Viennese dessert buffet. The range of options is staggering and includes such indulgences as chocolate raspberry fondant cake, Viennese strudel, chocolate mousse cake, pecan Marjolaine, almond Kirsch torte or strawberry Romanoff trifle. An especially impressive affair is their Sunday brunch, during which patrons enjoy live jazz by the fireside while indulging in eggs Benedict, French toast, to-order omelets and carved meats.

Hours: Mon-Thu 3pm-1am; Fri-Sat 3pm-2am; Sun 10am-1am

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SOUTH STREET. Upstairs from Beau Monde, L'Etage is a haven for South Street artists and hipsters who are too cool to...

SOUTH STREET. Upstairs from Beau Monde, L'Etage is a haven for South Street artists and hipsters who are too cool to while away their nights fighting the crowds in the area's more high-profile bars and clubs. A definite Euro sensibility engulfs this loungey gathering spot, and the clientele is regularly treated to great lounge, retro and house music. As to food and drink, L'Etage keeps Yuengling and Hoegaarden on tap, and the kitchen hits the mark with numbers like mussels and steak au poivre.

Hours: Tue-Thu, Sun 7:30pm-1am; Fri-Sat 7pm-2am

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SOUTH PHILLY. If you're searching for the best jukebox in town, look no further than Passyunk Avenue's Royal Tavern....

SOUTH PHILLY. If you're searching for the best jukebox in town, look no further than Passyunk Avenue's Royal Tavern. Here, the music selection is a point of pride ­ And, since it includes everything from 80s power ballads to the White Stripes, why shouldn't it be? However, the awesome tunes are just one component of this neighborhood dive's appeal. Other popular draws include the tasty pub fare and a beer selection that counts Yeungling and Stella Artois among its on-tap offerings.

Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2am; Sat-Sun 10am-2am

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OLD CITY. Housed in one of Philly's most historic buildings (and one that lends the bar-restaurant its name), National...

OLD CITY. Housed in one of Philly's most historic buildings (and one that lends the bar-restaurant its name), National Mechanics boasts one of the city's most evocative interiors, from the old school brick walls and hardwood floors to the homemade light fixtures and pressed-tin ceiling. At the beautiful hand-modeled bar, you can squeeze between artists and artisans to order your favorite imported draft or cocktail. If a bite or two is called for, be sure to check out the menu, which features tasty bites like Frito pie, corn dogs and grilled cheese sandwiches with tomato soup. NB Word has it the bathrooms alone are worth the visit ­ but then, who goes to a bar for the bathroom?

Hours: Mon 5pm-2am; Tue-Sun 11pm-2am

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OLD CITY. A post-workday haven for stylishly-clad young professionals, the bar area at Marmont stays busy well up to...

OLD CITY. A post-workday haven for stylishly-clad young professionals, the bar area at Marmont stays busy well up to closing time, as patrons tend to meander over from the restaurant side for a drink or three after downing a 12-oz. NY strip, porterhouse pork chop or rack of lamb for dinner. The scene at the bar is cool to be sure thanks to a sleek design that utilizes sharp geometry, earthy tones and pendant lighting. The bar staff, meanwhile, has done its part to generate buzz, offering up creative concoctions like the Barcelona (Red Fuel and champagne) and the Poundcake (Stoli Vanil and vanilla schnapps).

Hours: Mon-Thu 5pm-2am; Fri-Sun 11:30am-2am

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NORTHERN LIBERTIES. This cozy corner watering hole, located at 3rd and Brown, has emerged as a true haven for the more...

NORTHERN LIBERTIES. This cozy corner watering hole, located at 3rd and Brown, has emerged as a true haven for the more sophisticated palates that live and play in the Northern Liberties. Works by local artists adorn the place's exposed bricks walls, and the selection of poisons is as diverse as any place in town (from Rothbury Estate Shiraz to minty Mojito Martinis). Adding to the spot's wide appeal is a calendar of events that slates weekly Indy film screenings. As for eats, try your hand at their tasty potato pierogies, gazpacho or steamed mussels. Weekend brunch at North 3rd ­ a lineup that includes challah French toast, breakfast quesadilla eggs and arugula and beet salad ­ is also a must.

Hours: Mon-Fri 4pm-2am; Sat-Sun 10am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club