Celine Is the Upstairs Cocktail Bar Midtown Village Was Missing

Step off Walnut Street and head upstairs to Celine, a dimly lit, music-driven cocktail lounge tucked above 1224 Walnut St. in Philadelphia. Here, plush seating invites you to sink in while carefully curated soundscapes set the mood without drowning out conversation.

Via Celine’s Facebook

The Idea

Celine positions itself as a “crafted cocktails, curated music” lounge, running a soft-open schedule while the team dials in the room. As of late August 2025, doors swing Friday–Saturday, 8 p.m.–1 a.m., with select DJ programming; reservations and walk-ins are both in play.

What to Drink

Celine leads with the classics, plus seasonal riffs like strawberry mezcal margaritas and pineapple leaning martinis. There’s also wine, beer, and bubbles, making it an easy landing spot for mixed groups. 

The Vibe

The lounge is emphatic about being neither a thumping club nor a stiff speakeasy. Instead, a polished, intimate room with a pulse. Socials hint at a dress-for-the-night energy and “hidden garden of cocktails” mystique, with the music doing ambiance, not battle.

One last thing before you plan your night

If you love pairing great drinks with the food you actually want, do yourself a favor and read our guide to Bring Your Own Food (BYOF) Bars in Philadelphia. It’s a clutch companion to any Midtown Village evening and might inspire your pre- or post-Celine snack run.