Fringe Bar

Name: Fringe Bar
Address: 140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19106-2001
Telephone: (215) 375-7744
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

62 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2023

11:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Gastro Pub, Beer Garden
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(215) 375-7744
Website
http://fringebarphilly.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Black/African American, Women
Executive chef
Kenneth Bush

Location
140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2001
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, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 62 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Philadelphia
Great for outdoor dining
Philadelphia
Great for scenic views

62 Reviews

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Lisa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience5
The food was delicious but the timing was bad. We were going to the Koresh performance and the food didn’t arrived on time for us to eat our meal before we had to get to the theater.
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Haddie
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall1food4service1ambience3
We attended a show there recently with dinner beforehand. The kitchen was overwhelmed. We were sat at our table at 6:30 and didn't get our drinks until 7:15. Our food did not come out until after 7:30. Show set to begin at 8:00. Rushing thru our meal (which all came at the same time) was less than appealing. Staff did try to accommodate us by letting us eat our desserts after the show. Can't help but feel a bit frustrated.
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AndreaM
Philadelphia
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed our experience- we were very well taken care of by the manager, waitstaff and bartender.
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TheQuietMan
Philadelphia
51 reviews
vip
3.0
51 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
Food was mediocre. Service was VERY slow. Won’t be coming back
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ToniG
Tampa
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely ambiance, very good food served by amiable waitstaff.......overall a most pleasant experience and I am 87 years old.......loved the vibe.
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SuzanneH
Philadelphia
18 reviews
vip
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We went for pizza but we’re seated in the general area, not the beer garden where the pizza was. Good beer selection.
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LeeS
Philadelphia
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
My partner and I had dinner before a show at FringeArts. We reserved a table for an hour and a half before showtime. Service was excellent, we were served promptly, and had plenty of time to enjoy dinner and dessert.
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Foodie44
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The ambiance was nice! There was a DJ. The menu has lots of vegan options.
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Michele
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
the staff was very nice and accommodating. the food selection was varied. i came during restaurant week and the snacks offered for the starter was a welcomed change and delight.
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MelissaW
Poconos
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food. Large portions. Deviled eggs were super tasty with a little heat. Pesto chicken pasta was delicious
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
The service was incredibly slow. We were there for 2.5 hours or so. The place was not busy. Our waiter never came over to us, if we wanted something (even just to order our food) we had to flag him down. The drinks were very overpriced for the quality. The food was not prepared well, my friend asked for his steak medium-rare and it came to the table medium well. There was a comedy show at 9:00pm that we are convinced they were trying to keep us there until it started so we felt uncomfortable leaving during it. We’ve given this bar 3 chances now and every time leave disappointed so unfortunately we will not be back. It’s a very cool space but the quality of service and food/drinks makes it not worth even going for the environment.
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BriZ
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went here for restaurant week. The food was great! Our waiter Brando was awesome. A person we think was the manager was constantly circling and checking in on everyone. Even stopped to talk with us a couple times for more than just "How is everything?" We will definitely be coming back.
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MakisheaT
Philadelphia
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience3
The staff was great, atmosphere was also great,my waiter George went above and beyond
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fringe shows yes, but so much more! We’ll-crafted cocktails and spectacular small and large plates. Food, drinks and service are very well done here!
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PeytonM
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
Super tasty meal and really a great deal + selection for restaurant week!
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smileyface
Philadelphia
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
We came for restaurant week and were seated for an hour before we got the chef's selection of snacks. One of our appetizers (fried cheese curds) came out cold. Overall the food was good but the service could have been a bit better. I've been here before so I know this isn't usual for them.
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WilburT
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was amazing as usual , and she even remembered us from last visit
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SophiaP
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome staff, delicious food the chef table snacks are soooooo good, again awesome staff.
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Hutukem
Philadelphia
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
We ate there pre-show but many folks seemed to gravitate towards the bar that night. Small menu seems geared to shares and nibbles with drinks. Although main entrees included, Small plates and sharing plates were varied, well-priced and tasty. Pimiento cheese dip was spicy which is not traditional. Other nibbles, eggplant dip and spicy deviled eggs were delicious. Companion diner complained of hastily chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce which included the bottom white part of the vegetable which they said was tasteless. My fish and chips were fine and prepared as expected. Highlight was the shared fruit cobbler with vanilla ice cream. Wine and drinks were reasonably priced (standard). They shine on service and our server was terrific! She was friendly and stopped by just the right amount of times.
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Linda
Greater Boston
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience3
People are friendly. Sitting outdoors very noisy. Salad was way too salty and shrimp not fresh.
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Bumper
Philadelphia
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food with lots of wonderful choices. Outstanding service in a beautiful fun, setting, inside and out Very reasonable prices and great value.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall2food2service5ambience3
I have celiac. Went there on my birthday because of the extensive gluten free menu. I specifically went for the gluten free fried chicken entree because I can’t eat fried chicken at other establishments. Well they no longer serve the fried chicken entree but they failed to update their menu online. They offered the fried chicken sandwich but I came for a dinner entree not a sandwich and I’m not into sandwiches. I ordered the steak and potatoes, steak medium rare. The steak came out close to well done. They did take the plate back and gave me a new plate with the steak at the correct temperature. But all and all I was completely disappointed. Saving grace the service was excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I got a Viet salad and it was delicious! Additionally, the portion was great. I will be coming back with friends ◡̈
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AP427
Philadelphia
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our waiter was an angel! He was support informative and so personable! I highly recommend
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2023
overall3food4service1ambience5
The service was very slow, the restaurant was not very busy. We had a large group, all but one served their meal 10 minutes later we asked them not to bring the other meal. Very slow bar. It’s beautiful and the setting is great! We’ll be giving them another chance because it’s a great space and the food was great!
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Pduckrey
Atlantic City
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience3
Waitress was phenomenal. It took a long time to receive drinks, food, and appetizers. Did not appreciate chef preparing deserts, in front of guests, with no gloves. Not very sanitary.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great! Would go back. Service and food were both excellent.
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charleenl
Atlantic City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place, great staff - everyone was soo friendly. Great food. Will definitely be back.
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SophieC10
Philadelphia
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience3
Location is great. View is beautiful of the bridge at night, but on a Saturday night the traffic (especially the constant bikers) and train make it loud at times! The starters/small plates were all delicious (the tuna and pickled veggies). Our dinners were okay.. the vinegar on the cod was too strong. Drinks - if you want cocktails again they were good not great. Fun place to stop by for a drink and appetizer but I do not know if we would do dinner again.
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TFelicetti
Philadelphia
42 reviews
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy our visits to Fringe Bar. The menu always has great food options, the cocktails, beer & wine selection are good. Our server Jackie was a delight: informative, appropriately attentive, and very personable!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
Great place to hang and hear excellent live music. Good food, good drinks, good staff and service.
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caroline
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Good food/drink and vibes. the outside seating is nice.
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KimberlyT
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for brunch, great ambiance, artsy, food was delish
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TinaT
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Colin and Henry are awesome. So is the rest of the staff.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
The food was good — cheese curds (never get rid of them), tostones, Cubans, trout and fried chicken entree. The Chicken sandwich was the only lacking item. The chick was scant and very dark meat making it difficult to enjoy (the menu didn’t note that it was of dark meat or of thigh and I wouldn’t have order that if it had noted it). The outside area was accommodating to dogs so extra stars on that. We do wish in the summer months they had some outdoor fans to encourage air flow. The traffic in the area is unavoidable and a nuisance at times but we knew that’d be present anyways and can’t avoid it based on location. We did however appreciate the parking recommendation when we called in and made the experience better.
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KaraG
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really a great dining experience. Service was outstanding. Originally requested an outdoor table. That night was pretty chilly, and they accommodated our request to move inside without hassle or extended wait time. Our waitress was friendly and efficient. Our food was delicious and came out in a timely manner. Our drinks were perfectly balanced. Our bill was appropriate and we all (party of 4) felt the quality was worth the price. Would return!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience2
They didn’t have few items from the menu. My food was cold
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Casablancaco
Greater Boston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant popped up on a search for cocktails and gluten free food near where we were staying. I am so glad we found it. We were seated upon arrival outdoors. The menu had numerous options for snacks and small plates as well as entrees. We started with the gf fried cheese curds…delicious! My wife had a watermelon and feta salad and I had the fried chicken sandwich with creamy mashed potatoes. Both were excellent. If you like cocktails, try the Lost Earhart! One of the best cocktails on our trip! A shout out to the server team. They work as teams and multiple people will be helping you, and everyone was friendly and seemed happy to be there. A shout out to Grace and Colin who were part of our team! The prices were very reasonable for the service and quality of food. We look forward to visiting again on our next visit to Philly!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Staff was slow and was told food was no longer being served.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu and well executed too. Fun spot whether inside or out in the beer garden. Chef Kenny has this place clicking!
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Fringe Bar is rated 4.2 stars by 62 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2023

11:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

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–11:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am 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
Owned/operated by
Black/African American, Women
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, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://fringebarphilly.com/
Phone number
(215) 375-7744

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