50 Best Cocktail Bars near Bala Cynwyd

“This was my first time time dining at La Collina and I am looking forward to returning many times! Everything was excellent. The restaurant is beautiful and elegant. Our waiter, Manny, was professional and attentive. He was the best! Our food was delicious and plentiful and even included really good Italian bread. Finally, it was a treat to dine at a restaurant where you can have a great meal and have a conversation without shouting. Bravo, La Collina!“

“A very good marketplace in the city.“

“We plan trips to Philadelphia just to visit this amazing bar. We can’t oversell this…absolutely the best cocktails we have ever had. There are strict house rules for a reason and we appreciate that. Always a wonderful evening at Hop Sings. Leave your phones at home and enjoy the atmosphere and fine crafted drinks.“

“The bartender had such an amazing energy and the drinks were so good. The entire vibe of the place was great. I have tried getting to this place two times before and the wait time was extremely long but this time we got here as soon as they opened and it was so worth the third trip. Definitely will go back again.“

“I had a great brunch. Loved the atmosphere. Food was excellent. I’ll definitely be back“

“Who knew there was a place like this in Ridley park?!? The food was exquisite and rivaled any of the top Philly and nyc restaurants. We had the charred broccoli, beet starter, scallops, salmon, chocolate mousse and pistachio cake. Each dish was perfect! The portions are just right so you don’t leave over stuffed (and you really do need room for dessert!). Great bar cocktails and mocktails. Pricing was just right considering the high level of the cuisine. Delicious and beautiful presentation. Our server Joey was just the right mix of attentive and friendly without being annoying. Love this place!!! Great for date night, special occasions, or just dinner with friends. I’ll be back!“

“Such a fun quaint cocktail bar! I appreciated the bouncer outside who checked out ideas actually walked us to the bar and found stools for my group of 3. The bartenders were attentive and very conversational. Great drinks, highly recommended the French 75 and the drink with raspberry and gin. Good vibe all around!“

“An amazing meal! So flavorful! Thank you so much!!!“

“I’m upset. I wish I had the appetite of four people. This brunch will be the crown jewel of the Italian market. The corn pancakes were phenomenal and there are 10 other things I can’t wait to try. Such a perfect atmosphere for brunch. I am already planning my visit for next week.“

“Fantastic dining experience our server Sean Martin was amazing.“

“Cool little space with lots of character. I went on a Friday night around 12AM and got a chicken sandwich and fries, which hit the spot just right. The server was so nice, and the prices were pretty good for what you get. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Philly.Vegetarian options: There's a lot of vegetarian offerings which are accessible on their website.“

“Awesome food and staff always fresh delicious ingredients!“

“Not child friendly need more option“

“Only been there twice, but was enthralled each time. These guys get it. The service is friendly and impeccable, the food is prepared meticulously, the dishes are creative and high quality. Love the mood of the place; the ambience is perfect. Highly recommend their jazz brunch.“

“Great cocktails! Great people! Customer service second to none!“

“Great food- attentive waitstaff.“

“Amazing atmosphere with incredible service and great food! Thank you Bellini!“

“Fast, friendly service.. Great food!!“

“Kiddo is THE place to be if you want amazing food, drinks, and service. Every item on their seasonally-rotating menu is fantastic. If you like the ingredients of the dish, it'll probably be the best *blank* you've ever had. They also consistently change my mind about things I don't normally try. A must for all foodies.“

“The food was fabulous!! Atmosphere was spot on! Love, love, loved it!!“

“Our server, Liam was exceptional. The young lady receptionist and young gentleman who greeted us were most kind and accommodating. Felt like we belonged. Food was excellent and a good variety. Seems going out to eat nowadays is getting more and more expensive. And comparing to other restaurant pricing... It was fair for $ value. We will return.“

“Yoooo this place is so good. I had cocktails here in the past but hadn’t had the full menu before. I tried the aged duck breast and the pork belly app. WOW this is amazing, well thought out food. A little pricey but it’s worth it. The food is high quality and worth every penny.“

“Cider Belly is truly one of the best spots around. Incredibly friendly owners, superb cider, and a fabulous atmosphere. Cannot recommend highly enough!“

“I recently worked as a photographer at this bar/restaurant space that was being used for a wedding. There is a small space in the back thats great for pictures and small parties. They also have a bar upstairs and ample parking across the street. The appetizers were delicious and creative. Its a nice venue to hold a small event or to have drinks/dinner.“

“Amazing food and staff. We love jasmine. She makes the best drinks and has the best personality. The owners are the nicest people. Food is consistent and one of the best in the city.“

“Delicious and unique food, incredible service, fun and quirky atmosphere. What’s not to love?“

“Great Place! Great Food! Casual Atmosphere! Recommend!“

““Epic food super nice waitress awesome time” - my seven year old son“

“The food and drinks were amazing. I was surprised that the food was actually spicy because it's hard to find an upscale Mexican restaurant that actually has spicy food. Drinks were super tasty and the right amount of alcohol. Everyone was super friendly and attentive. AND MUSIC WAS amazing.“

“The drinks are fresh and amazing. I was lucky enough to try some of the new drinks that will be on the menu soon. They are incredible and dangerous in the best of ways.“

“Awesome mexican restaurant in Fairmount! The restaurant looks small from the front but stretches back into really fun dining room. There is a patio option that would be great on a sunny day. The staff was very friendly and personable. I was seated as soon as I walked in but I did make a reservation beforehand. Our waitress made the recommendation for the Baja tacos and they did not disappoint (9/10) The carnitas tacos were excellent (9/10). We also started with the guacamole sampler, which comes with house chips and salsa. The plain guac was just average, but both the street corn and the spicy tuna guacamole were amazing. My friend and I split a margarita pitcher and they were great! A little sweet but perfectly strong. Easily 4 drinks in a pitcher. Overall this place is great for a first date, catching up with friends, or just some amazing food. Cantina Feliz will definitely be added into my regular rotation.“

“Great beer selections and delicious bar food.“

“My friend and I made reservations for drinks on Saturday night (recommend making a reservation via Resy). We were seated upstairs, and it was busy, but not overly busy where you couldn't hear each other speak. We sat at the bar and had the loveliest bartender. The ambiance was amazing, and so were the drinks. I'll definitely be back when I'm in Philly next!“

“Good food, great service, charming atmosphere, friendly staff.“

“I’m a Philly Film Wedding Photographer and my clients had the most epic wedding day here! It’s definitely the perfect place if you’re wanting to have a smaller intimate wedding. They had around 90 people, the ceremony was on the outdoor patio and then they had a roaming reception. Basically you could grab a hoagie (they also had BBQ from ZigZag) take it to the dance floor, head to the bar when you’ve had enough dancing, then repeat. If you’re looking to have a restaurant wedding, definitely consider Martha!“

“can't wait to go back hard to describe.. it was unique.. everything we ordered was so elevated.. 5 star service.. best dirty martini I ever had .. this restaurant is a winner.. get the cheese plate dessert“

“A true marriage between a coffee shop and cocktail bar. They serve traditional café fare here, as well as signature flavored lattes, craft coffee drinks, and many cocktails with a coffee or tea twist. Every week, there's also a new special on the menu. They also allow guests to bring food, so you can cozy up with a drink and some bites and hang out late into the night (which we have done many times!)Vegetarian options: Almost all drinks are vegetarian, and vegan milk alternatives are available upon request.“

“Good food and friendly service. Portion sizes are great for teens who love to eat!“

“The pizza was great! The cocktails were also great! Reasonable prices, good portions, great food. Ambiance was a bit off- perhaps consider dimming the lights some. Seems like a regular old pizza place with the current vibes! Add some pizzazzz!! FOOD ROCKS THOUGH! Just… dim the lights ◡̈“

“Came here for a girls-night-out/catch up with a good friend, since we wanted to "treat ourselves" to fancy, upscale, creative cocktails (rather than our usual dive bar City wide) - and this place did NOT disappoint. I got the gold dust woman (sage gin - pretty yummy, but not too strong. Simple and elegant.) and the Bela Lugosi's Dead (AMAZING! Gin, frothed egg white, and FALL SPICE!!). My friend got the Negroni, which was impeccably strong, if you're into that sort of thing (wasn't really for us). The bartenders were friendly & fun, and after 930pm the bar cleared out enough that we finally got a seat. Be warned- it's expensive at 12$/cocktail, but the ingredients and care put into their creations make it worth it.“

“This is a great place to unwind. It is very nice inside. The esthetic feels very modern yet vintage and classy. It has something for all types of individuals. Dancing with a DJ late into the night if you prefer. Also live music playing before hand whatever you request and a hint of comedy to make you laugh. I highly recommend checking this place out and you can't beat the hours if you don't work a normal 9-5 this place also offers this type of entertainment on weekdays, which I have found to be a rare find in Philly! I went on a Wednesday night. It was very lively, I stayed until 10pm. I can imagine it is an even more happening place on the weekends and can't wait to check it out on a Saturday or Sunday. I almost forgot to mention the food was delicious and just the right portions. Thank you Vinyl.“

“The food was excellent and just what I was in the mood for. We got the special (a carne asada burrito), chicken enchiladas, and chips and salsa.We are visiting from out of town and brought our kids with us. The waitress initially acted like she had never seen a child before ? I understand that they do a big bar business, but it was before 5pm and it was honestly comical how surprised they seemed by children. The staff recovered quickly however and we had a very nice meal. Accessibility note: it's all high tops indoors.“

“Love this place! The Tango nights are the best. Food is always so good, definitely try the shrimp and mozzarella empanadas pleasant surprise. I love the paella as well only one I've found in the city. Both sangrias are so so good and the mojitos.“

“We have been trying to go here and every time they are booked. We decided to go there for our 51st anniversary. It's was overwhelming. Shane our waiter was fantastic. Food fantastic. The employees fantastic. Thank you for a beautiful dinner“

“This is the second year in a row we had my birthday lunch here, and it did not disappoint!! Such a great atmosphere, delicious food, amazing cocktails, and fabulous service!“

“Irwin’s is an Italian restaurant located inside Bok Building, which was an old school revitalized as an artsy complex space. From the school desks to the chairs, the vintage furnishings of Irwin’s give a nostalgic vibe.＊Shallot and Thyme Focaccia **They change the housemade foccacia flavor regularly. Glad that we got to try the shallot and thyme one. The bread dough was pillowy with a shiny brown surface, while not feeling oily at all. The sweetness from the caramelized shallot and the herby fragrance from thyme made a harmonious flavor duet.＊1/2 Agrodolce Chicken**SERIOUSLY how could they make the chicken (even the chicken breast!) so tender and juicy? Also can we talk about the gremolata? It was fantastic as a dish itself, and add extra textures and tangy flavors if you spread it over the meat.＊Trofie (half)We know their carbs wouldn’t be as amazing as their proteins but we still wanted to try. The pasta was cooked to al dente. The mushroom truffle flavor was exactly what you could easily imagine. Nothing mindblowing here.＊Milk & Honey GelatoWe picked this right away because I saw it had “pistachio”. The honey was very sweet, but premium in flavor. My cravings was fully satisfied as they didn’t skimp on the crushed pistachios on top. Lowkey wished that the gelato melted a bit slower.“

“Stopped in for their Thursday 5-8pm happy hour, stayed for the go-go dancer and the all-vinyl DJ! This place truly is special, frozen in time. The historic venue/bar has so much charm and life in it still. DJ Hardbargain and dancer Butterfly Jones made the space so cozy and vibey! 10/10 recommend for a drink out with friends and a sweet spot to dance.“

“I am a regular at Spin Philadelphia. I usually go and have a very good time. I enjoy the food, drinks, and the atmosphere. I recently had a situation where someone asked security to deal with me. I was upset and started acting up because I was being wrongfully accused. Even though my night was going bad, I felt better because of the way I was treated by some staff. The security guy with the bandana and the front desk ping pong player were very nice to me. They heard me out, showed me respect, and were very understanding of the situation. They assured me that I was welcomed back anytime. I really appreciated that. Thank you.“

“Great drinks and the music allows for good conversation without being quiet. Awesome tiki bar!“

“Had a wonderful experience. Staff was friendly and helpful. Food was delightful. Atmosphere was refreshing :)“