A Philadelphia Bar Crawl for People Who Hate Loud Bars

Some nights, you just want a drink without screaming over bass drops, or having to dodge spilled beers, and without fighting for space at a packed bar. We get it. So if you’re not in the mood for a party — but still want to hop around with friends — this crawl is for you.

Monk’s Café (Center City)

Beers and Belgian charm are in store for you at Monk’s Café. It’s busy, but never too loud, with more of a “buzzing conversation” vibe over “booming speakers.” It’s a Philly classic for a reason.

Friday Saturday Sunday (Rittenhouse – Bar Only)

Skip the dinner reservation and head straight to the intimate bar area at Friday Saturday Sunday. The cocktails are flawless and a quiet crowd make this the ideal first stop for winding down or warming up.

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1 Tippling Place (Rittenhouse)

Low light and velvet chairs decorate this Rittenhouse speakeasy-style spot, which feels like a secret but has no pretense. To top it, the bartenders actually want to chat about what’s in your glass. A perfect mid-crawl pause for something stirred and sophisticated.

The Library Bar at The Rittenhouse Hotel

The Library Bar is not only classy and quiet, but criminally underrated. Perfect for a nightcap or deep convo over scotch. Settle in while the rest of the city screams into the night.

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Check out our other guide: Last-Minute Date Night Ideas That Don’t Feel Last-Minute, which is packed with spontaneous date spots that still bring the charm.