The Sidecar Bar & Grille
Bar and Southern Food Restaurant$$$$
Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia
Has a stamp of approval from Visit Philly and Philadelphia Magazine
"their food but stay away from the Mac 'n Cheese Fritters."(3 Tips)
"The black bean burger is a delicious vegetarian option!!"(3 Tips)
"Good beer selection and it seems to change often."(6 Tips)
"Angus Burger With Maytag Blue And Caramelized Onions"(2 Tips)
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Erica RodriguezNovember 30, 2015Recently moved to this city from L.A & being Mexican American myself, I have had a hard time finding good Mexican food. The carnitas tacos & nachos are delicious! The best Iv had in Philly so far!
Philly.comAugust 3, 2014This stylish corner bar has transformed an old-style taproom into an aspiring gastro-pub with microbrews, Quizzo nights, grilled "toastie" sandwiches, and arugula salads with blood orange vinaigrette. Read more
Robin FarrowMarch 1, 2015Egg biscuit sandwich with pork garlic sausage. Very good and hit the spot for Sunday brunch. Good beer selection and it seems to change often. We didn't have any cocktails but they looked interesting
Merida SJuly 13, 2013Loud at night. If you order their crab fries (now known as the "appetizer formerly known as" thanks to Chickie's and Pete's patent lawyer), they are great but spicy. Goat cheese salad pairs well.- Try the Founders Breakfast Stout - Perfect companion to the fig tart. Brewed with oatmeal, Kona and Sumatra coffee, and dark chocolate, this Michigan masterpiece is amazing!
Laurie SatranSeptember 20, 2011One of my two favorite neighborhood bars. Good, comforting food, cool and attentive staff, a little noisy, but the beer selection makes up for it. Try the carnitas. They will make you happy.- Try the Cornmeal Crusted Oysters - Great small plate! Served with caramelized Brussels sprouts, beer mustard, and an awesome bacon/red onion marmalade!
- Try the carnitas tacos - ¡Delicioso! Braised pork, pickled red onions, jalapeño, queso fresco, cilantro, and lime on grilled corn tortillas. Excellent preparation and flavors!
Philadelphia MagazineDecember 5, 2011That charming little neighborhood bar brings neighbors of all different hoods together. The food is amazing, but the drink selection is what made it one of Philly's best bars. Read more
Food is some of best pubfood in the area. The execution of service is well done, but beware, the customer service is hipster style (ie competent, but they could care less about interacting with you.)- Try the Crispy Chicken Wings - Amazing! Dripping with "Dixie BBQ" sauce. Sweet, crunchy, and a bit of spice. I ordered the honey-buttered cornbread on the side!
- Try the Southern Tier Oak-Aged Pumking - Awesome seasonal Imperial Pumpkin Ale from Western NY! Pumpkin pie filling and spices with that amazing toastiness of OAK!!!
Food can be inconsistent, but the black bean burger is great, and the draft list is always changing!- David HowlandAugust 15, 2015Cheap beer at happy hour and the food is A+. Particularly the nachos and the Mac and Cheese Carbonara.
- Try the Carolina Bbq Pulled Pork - Y'all gonna love this! Sweet and smokey sitting atop jalapeño cornbread with buttermilk slaw! Hmmm hmmm hmm!
- Try the Chorizo Biscuits And Gravy - Few days ago. Great brunch item with beers! Comes with two eggs any style-I had poached!
- Try the Seasonal Arugula Pesto Flatbread - Delicious--with sun-dried tomatoes, oil-cured olives, and fresh ricotta!
If you are into fried cheeses (and who isn't), the Mac and Cheese Fritters are possibly one of the best things I've ever eaten. The Fried Goat Cheese salad is also ridiculously delicious. Try 'em!
Brittany HulseOctober 1, 2013Upstairs is the best. Monday nights is quizzos and a blast! Also the crab fries are pretty amazing.- Try the Steamed PEI Mussels - Bacon lardons, melted leeks, lager broth, and a grilled baguette with roasted garlic aioli! Amazing!
- Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 3, 2012So tiny, but such a nice selection of drinks. And despite being packed with non-neighborhood people, it somehow maintains the vibe of the neighborhood bar it wants to be.
- Try the Steamed PEI Mussels - Incredible!! Bacon lardons, melted leeks, lager broth, and a grilled baguette with roasted garlic aioli!
Famous for "Pork Me Sundays" and other fun weekly specials. Recently doubled in size to serve their loyal patrons.- Try the Spanish Chickpea Soup - ¡Ole! Puréed chickpeas and cumin with olive oil and topped with parsley. Simple and delicious!!
- Try the Angus Burger With Gruyere, Caramelized Onions, And Sauteed Mushrooms - Oui, Si, Yes!!! Nothing else to say!
- Try the Yards Thomas Jefferson Ale - Another great selection from our Philly brewery! TJ is a strong English style ale with nice hops and malts. #colonialseries
Liz and Jay are ridiculously rad. If you have the opportunity to drunk upstairs, feel honored if you're getting drinks from them.
- Try the Crispy Pork Rillette Sandwich - Toasted sourdough, beer mustard, pickled radishes and shallots. Amazing!!!
Oyinkansola AyobiojoNovember 11, 2014Yummy. The burritos were large and really good. The service could be way better.- Try the Spicy Black Bean Soup - Amazing! Topped with sour cream and cilantro. Perfect in a chilly nite!!
Sophia HFebruary 12, 2016Pretty limited selection of food and beer. Mostly burgers and pale ales - I'm not a fan of them, but if you like them, then this place is for you
Kate HeinenNovember 19, 2016Was really looking forward to eating here but apparently they only serve brunch on the weekends from 9-3, however the menu suggests that the full menu is still offered. Service was pretty terrible too
Sidecar Bar and Grille’s kitchen gives its eats a homey spin with house-made corned beef brisket and Cajun sausage while the bar hosts weekend DJs.
Philadelphia MagazineNovember 18, 2013- Try the Angus Burger With Maytag Blue And Caramelized Onions - A couple days ago! Amazing!!! Nuff said!
- D ReneeSeptember 4, 2012Love this place!!! Can't go wrong with anything!! The mussels are my favorite though!
- Try the Founders Breakfast Stout - Oatmeal, dark chocolate, Kona, and Sumatra coffee! Any questions?
Tristan RhodesideOctober 2, 2016Seems like they have a really great happy hour, but I can't recommend the brunch- Try the Spinach And Walnut Pesto Flatbread With Roasted Mushrooms And Sharp Provolone - Wow!! Fantastic flavors! Earthy, creamy, nutty--stop me now!!
- Try the De Ranke Guldenberg - Decadent Belgian Trippel!! Hazy, bready, yeasty, great malts!
- Try the St. Somewhere Caroline - A coffee saison-yes, I said that! Awesome farmhouse saison with notes of roastiness. Funky and flavorful!
Why choose between fries or a salad with your sandwich? Ask for a little bit if both- Try the Pizza Margherita - Perfectly crunchy with fresh mozz, tomato, and basil.
- Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 14, 2013"The melting pot of bars, where everyone's friendly and the food, drinks and service are consistent."
John AhlbinJanuary 14, 20122nd floor just opened. Seriously a great place. Food and beer are all very good.- Try the Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Fingers - Yummy! Served with honey mustard and fresh, mixed greens!!
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The Sidecar Bar & Grille
2201 Christian St (at 22nd St)
Philadelphia, PA 19146
United States
Philadelphia, PA 19146
United States
Closed until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 5:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sat–Sun
- 9:00 AM–2:00 AM
(215) 732-3429
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
TouchTunes Jukebox
Yes
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Daniel Wolf - 8.7
"Pulled pork sandwich is incredible as are the Brussels sprouts. $4 FF Grand Cru are the move!"
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