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Fringe Bar, Philadelphia, PA

Fringe Bar

4.6
4.6
128 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM

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Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Innovative
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Set on the Delaware River waterfront and located inside a historical riverfront pumping station, Fringe Bar is Philadelphia’s newest experiential, active fun space. As the latest addition to the FringeArts campus hub, the newly renovated bar and restaurant provide a highly versatile venue for unforgettable experiences year round. Dine indoors and enjoy our soulful pub cuisine featuring snacks and bites alongside an array of eclectic and funky beverage options enhanced by custom entertainment ranging from jazz ensembles, to funk bands, to cabaret, and more. Dining experiences are further accentuated by the soaring views of the Delaware River and Benjamin Franklin Bridge in our industrial-chic space directly adjacent to FringeArts’ renowned state-of-the-art 220 seat theater. Outdoors is Haas Biergarten, which serves as a vibrant, plant filled space in the warmer months and an intimate, cozy space in the cooler months.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Beer Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 375-7744
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Kenneth Bush
  • Neighborhood
    Society Hill
  • Cross street
    Corner of Columbus Blvd and Race St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Center City District Restaurant Week

    $40.00 per person

    Jan 19, 2025 - Feb 1, 2025
    Join us January 19 - February 1 for a 4 course menu for $40 per person. Please check out our menu online at fringebarphilly.com. We look forward to hosting you!
    Center City District Restaurant Week Photo

Offers

  • Bottomless Mimosas

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 1:45 PM
    Join us every Saturday and Sunday from 11am-2pm for brunch and bottomless mimosas! Check out our menu at fringebarphilly.com.

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fringe Bar offers a vibrant atmosphere with a spacious outdoor patio and beautiful views. Diners rave about "best pancakes in town" and "delicious cocktails." The staff is praised for being "friendly and knowledgeable," especially accommodating those with dietary restrictions. While service can occasionally be slow, many experiences are "10/10, we'll definitely be back."
128 Reviews
  1. Steve

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    77 reviews

    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect brunch service. Drinks were on time and I was able to substitute some items to avoid gluten. Service was timely and friendly. A great neighborhood place that I’m sure is even better in summer when their patio is open.

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  2. Judi

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There were several gluten free options, safe for celiacs! Had a wonderful brunch and were well cared for by our server, Jimmy.

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  3. Beverly

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I had dinner here before going to a performance at Fringe Theater. Our waiter gave a few suggestions, and we decided to try the catfish. It was excellent! I ordered a drink named the Lost Earhart and it was also delicious. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant whether going to the theater or just out for dinner. Great atmosphere, excellent staff, an overall welcoming environment. We really enjoyed our experience at the Fringe Bar. Thanks!

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  4. Susan

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific service and great food! One of us has celiac and they have many options!

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  5. Samantha

    Philadelphia

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A friend and I went here for their bottomless brunch - highly recommend! We both got the chicken and waffles - which were amazing! And the service was fantastic.

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  6. Nicole

    Atlantic City

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    It was very loud but food was delicious. Great views of the bridge.

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  7. Benjamin

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    While it has great potential to be a hot spot for NYE dinner, the service we experienced left a lot to be desired, especially for the price. Our waitress tried her best, but it was clear that the restaurant was understaffed for such a busy night. It took about 20 minutes to get our first round of drinks, and nearly 40 to get our appetizers. We had been there for an hour and a half before receiving our entrees. One of us had to wait an additional 15 minutes for the entree, only for it come out cold! Additionally, it seemed that management was more concerned with converting the space to a club for the later after hours service rather than making sure those who signed up for the prefix meal had been served sufficiently. After all of this waiting and cold food, we did not receive any apologies or acknowledgment from upper management, though our waitress was apologetic. For the price of the meal, it was definitely not worth the money. If you are looking only for happy hour drinks, FringeBar is a good option but don’t waste your time getting dinner.

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  8. Clarion

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best pancakes in town. It's also a very good brunch for the bang.

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  9. Rich

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party has Celiac’s & Gluten Intolerance. The staff at Fringe was very helpful, and let us know that the owner also has Celiacs disease. Food was incredible! Our waiter was excellent! No issues at all and we will definitely return.

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  10. Samantha

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything from the food and drinks to the staff was amazing! 10/10, we'll definitely be back!

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FAQs

Fringe Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 128 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

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Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Fringe Bar

140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2001

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Corner of Columbus Blvd and Race St.
  • Neighborhood
    Society Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kenneth Bush
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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