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Holiday Guide

Philly is home to some amazing and fun bars and restaurants that go all out this time of year. If you’re a fan of the holidays you’ll definitely want to make a stop at one of these because the photos don’t do it justice. Don’t forget to snap some photos yourself because these are definitely Instagram worthy spots!

  • Lola's Garden

    Philly Holiday Bars

    Address: 51 St Georges Rd, Ardmore, PA 19003

    Lola’s Garden embraces the cold months with flavorful fare, warm drinks, and a heated, outdoor enclosure of their stunning trellis.

    As the cold weather approaches, Lola’s Garden has enclosed the outdoor structure offering an all-weather, heated dining area perfect for family lunches, date night dinners, and now private party offerings.

    Lola’s Garden is open 7-days a week for lunch, brunch, and dinner. Lunch is served Monday thru Friday from Noon – 3 PM. Brunch is available Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM – 3 PM. Dinner service is offered everyday from 5 PM to 10 PM. Reservations and private party inquiries for Lola’s Garden are available through the website.

  • Craftsman Row Saloon Christmas Pop-up

    Philly Holiday Bars

    Address: 112 S. 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA

    Craftsman Row Saloon’s annual Christmas Pop-up is bigger, brighter and has even more bling for the 2021 season. The Jewelers’ Row restaurant and bar is known as Philadelphia’s most festive sit-down restaurant.  Brother sister duo George and Vasiliki Tsiouris are thrilled to welcome back all the holiday merry-makers into the Christmas wonderland that features over 5,000 feet of garland, thousands of twinkling lights, thousands of sparkling, shiny and colorful ornaments, hundreds of vintage and unique tree trimmings, hundreds of bows, stockings, santas, and of course an Elf on the Shelf hidden among the festive decor. Along with the floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall transformation, look for giant signature over-the-top holiday milkshakes like Ugly Sweater with eggnog, crushed gingerbread cookies, holiday m&m and sprinkle rim, gingerbread sandwich, holiday marshmallow peep, rock candy, and Pumpkin to Talk About Milkshake with pumpkin pie and munchin, edible leaves and  caramel drizzle.

    Craftsman Row Saloon Christmas Pop-up is open now for the season through at least January, when they will convert it to a Mardi Gras Pop-up. Hours are Wednesday to Thursday, from Noon to 9:00pm, Friday and Saturday, Noon to 10:00pm, and Sunday Noon to 9:00pm.

  • U-Ville at Uptown Beer Garden

    Philly Holiday Bars

    Address: 1500 JFK Blvd., Philadelphia, PA

    Philly, welcome to U-Ville! Uptown Beer Garden has transformed into a whimsical holiday wonderland for the first-time ever! This is officially Philadelphia’s largest ever Christmas Pop-up Bar and features indoor space inside the giant heated tent, plus a U-Ville lane and village. Come ready for guests and press activating the new space, a Grinch who stole Christmas, festive tunes, blinking lights, festive trees, a U-Ville village and other surprises.

  • Tinsel Christmas Pop-up Bar

    Philly Holiday Bars

    Address: 112 S. 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA

    Tinsel will run through at least December 31, 2021. Hours for the season are: Monday to Thursday, 4:00pm to 2:00am, Friday 2:00pm to 2:00am, and Saturday and Sunday, Noon to 2:00am. Look for a festive over-the-top streetery, a new twinkling light display, and a brand-new charity for the Canned Good Cocktails. Additionally, look for a snow machine to bring a touch of a white Christmas to Midtown Village. Christmas cocktails will again be served out of ornaments, boots and snow globes.

  • Evil Genius Beer Company

    Philly Holiday Bars

    Address: 1727 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122

    Philadelphia’s most festive brewery Evil Genius Beer Company is back with all its festive glory at The Lab in Fishtown. Evil Genius will light up the nearly 20 foot tree inside, and feature decorations across the The Lab for the holidays. Outside, the Evil Genius Beer Garden will be transformed into a little winter wonderland, where you’ll be able to have a delicious beer or hot cider and hot wine while picking out your Christmas Tree from Front Street Trees.

  • The Igloos at Figo Ristorante

    Philly Holiday Bars

    Address: 1033 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA

    Glu Hospitality presents an all-new igloo experience to take dining under the stars to a new level – each coming with heat, clear views of the nighttime skies, full table service and more insulation for the heat. They seat between four and six people, and they give a full view of the Northern Liberties sidewalk scene. Glu is also building a giant outdoor Christmas bar and enclosing the entire outdoor covered cocktail garden and adding gorgeous outdoor heaters.

  • The Greenhouses at Harper's Garden

    Philly Holiday Bars

    Address: 31 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

    Colder weather is coming, and Harper’s Garden is warming things up with an enticing new culinary program, enhanced ambiance, and an expertly curated seasonal cocktail and mocktail menu. Chef Chaz Brown brings over 20 years of extensive culinary experience to the position as Head Chef, leading an already stellar team. A much-anticipated new seasonal cocktail and mocktail menu launches to round out the refreshed food and beverage program. Enjoy both in Harper’s Garden’s now covered, stunning outdoor trellis and famed Greenhouses.

  • Juno

    Philly Holiday Bars

    Address: 1033 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123

    Juno by summer is one of Philadelphia’s most Instagrammable and social media famous restaurants with towering life size flowering murals, lush plants, wooden patio and bright colors. Now for the winter, Juno has been completely revamped and transformed with a giant rooftop greenhouse roof added for cold months, the addition of greenhouse dining rooms and tons of festive holiday vibes all around!

    With the new enclosure Juno will offer 120 seats, with an additional 18 in their greenhouses. Tables are available for 1 to 14 guests. Each greenhouse offers a private dining experience for up to 6 guests. There are no additional costs associated with booking a greenhouse, but given the limited quantity, reservations are strongly encouraged. Consider making your reservation early to take advantage of Juno’s 4 PM – 6 PM happy hour, featuring a delectable food menu, beer, wine, and cocktail selection for $5 each. Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting.

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