Harp & Crown

Philadelphia


It's tempting to hang out upstairs at this buzzing restaurant and bar with its double-height ceiling and long horseshoe bar. But head downstairs to discover the two-lane bowling alley and cozy gentleman's club–like space with leather armchairs and distressed walls. There's a good range of cocktails from $11 and draft beer from $7.

Weekend brunch lovers note: they offer custom-order omelettes and have a DIY doughnut station from 10:30am to 2pm on Saturday and Sunday.


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