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Village Whiskey - Village Whiskey PHL, Philadelphia, PA

Village Whiskey PHL

4.5
4.5
434 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Featuring a comprehensive selection of more than 200 whiskeys alongside what has been called the country’s best burger, Village Whiskey is an instant classic. Envisioned by Chef Garces as a spot where he and his team could enjoy a drink and a snack after a long night in the kitchen, the restaurant’s focal point is the central bar that is home to their near-encyclopedic catalogue of Chef Garces’ favorite spirit, whiskey. Our able bartenders shake and stir classic and contemporary cocktails in a space evocative of a Prohibition-era speakeasy.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 25 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    All Day Menu Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (215) 665-1088

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Jose Garces

  • Private party facilities

    A buyout is available for large parties.http://philadelphia.villagewhiskey.com/events/philadelphia

  • Neighborhood

    Rittenhouse Square

  • Cross street

    20th & Sansom

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Septa bus #17 & #2

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 434 people are saying

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Whiskey Village was exactly as advertised. Warm, friendly staff and atmosphere. We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience. Would definitely come back.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    The lighting is off. There is 1 light over the bar that is completely off and another (near the door) that has a much brighter light tube than the other bar lights. This restaurant used to feel swanky with dimmer lighting but that weird bright light tube throws it off. Otherwise I enjoyed it very much. Great service, Clarence!!
  3. Dgibbs

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    My server was great. He was personable and knowledgeable about the menu. I cannot remember his name for the life of me. I dined today, Sunday, March 19 at around 3 PM so whoever the server was at that point, he was great!
  4. STEVE

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    An excellent choice in the city for burgers and drinks. The bourbon selection was outstanding, as was the old fashioned. The burgers were good as well as the fried pickles. Will be coming back again next time I visit. Bartenders on Saturday were fantastic!!!!
  5. Paco

    Philadelphia

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The hostess and the waiter were both awesome, friendly and helpful. We dined in the dining room which was considerably quieter than the bar area— I’d recommend this area if you are dining. The Happy Hour special was a nice touch — you don’t see that often on a weekend. The Old Fashions were great and the others drinks other guests got also loved the herbal flavors. The food was good— nothing crazy but all very flavorful. The Cobb salad got rave reviews— and who raves about a salad? But it looked awesome. Burgers were good and had some interesting topping options. It’s a fun place and we really enjoyed it!
  6. Jessica323

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome service. Amazing food. The blue cheese stuffed fried olives and burgers are the winners. I can’t wait to go back
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Service was great as was beer list and duck fat fries. My medium burger however was over cooked into a puck. Waiter was apologetic and took it off bill. Burgers are kind of the thing here so disappointing
  8. Kate

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We’ve visited Village Whiskey before, but this time we were in the dining room. Connor knocked it out of the park! He brought big energy and we were more than happy to meet his energy and play in that space. The food was great, but honestly Connor’s fun demeanor made this visit even better than the last. If you’re considering Village Whiskey for dinner in the Rittenhouse area, try it out! The drinks are good, the happy hour deals are great, and the food is phenomenal. Try the short rib fries- works great as a meal and is sooooo rich!
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best burgers in the city! Bartenders are great at providing recommendations on their extensive selection of whiskey. Great spot!
  10. luvgoodfood

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Definitely have reservations if planning on going. Most of us had burgers which were good if you had more add ins the better the burger. Had a one of the whiskey old fashions and very nice for its price. Overall not sure if I would come back but will recommend for lunch.
  11. StefB

    London

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Perhaps it was just an off night but it took 45 minutes to get our drinks after we sat down. Then the appetizer came with our food (and wasn’t what we ordered). Perhaps they were understaffed but they didn’t say that? Disappointed.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall1food4service4ambience1
    This was our first time back since the pandemic and we were very disappointed. Our reservation was specifically for the “main bar” but we were seated on the other, new side of the restaurant all the way in the back by the bathrooms, nowhere near the actual, beautiful bar we loved so much. The drinks were okay, not as over-the-top amazing and gorgeous as before. The food was still great, as was our server.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, friendly service, and did not feel rushed at all.
  14. KyleB

    Baltimore

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Always an enjoyable meal!
  15. Rose

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Went for lunch during Restaurant Week - Menu was good - service was good too
  16. PattyB

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hamburger was the best I’ve had in years. The fried pickles were fantastic. Can’t wait to go back again
  17. MicahB

    Philadelphia

    491 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    491 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great burgers and fries. I enjoy it as a lunch spot, although seating at high tops very close together is a bit uncomfortable. So not good for business chats. Went for Restaurant Week, but better deal was just ordering off the regular menu, which was just fine.
  18. AlanC

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food Good Service
  19. aFunVibe

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for a late lunch on restaraunt week, and were not disappointed. The servers were friendly, the food was delicious, and the vibe was fun.
  20. kimmyb

    Philadelphia

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our party of 8 had a great time here for restaurant week. We were seated in the second space with bigger tables which was nice and roomy. Everyone loved what they ordered off the restaurant week menu (Deviled eggs, snack board, fried pickles for apps, plus chicken caesar sandwiches and salmon BLTs all around for main, then chocolate mousse cakes and little apple pie dumplings for dessert). The restaurant week menu was worth the $25 price for lunch, plus you did have the option to order off the main menu (which some don't let you do during restaurant week). Drinks were fantastic (village 75, Stumble Bee, Ginger Rose-NA were some favorites). Service was wonderful, our server was attentive and friendly. Great spot, will be back!
  21. EdTa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Shrimp was delicious, burgers was good. Female night manager was excellent in resolving any issues
  22. Timelord

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service and food was top notch!
  23. JacquelynE

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Restaurant week
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall1food5service3ambience3
    The experience was great until the hostess abruptly came to the table, interrupted our conversation, and said, “Hi, so we have another party waiting for this table. Thanks”. There were two open tables in the bar dining room, space at the bar, and certainly space in the next dining room. We were a reservation on a date and were asked to leave without warning any mention of a time limit before hand. We weren’t even given a heads up there were other reservations that would be seated after. It was jarring and rude.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food, ambiance and unbelievable service. Highly recommend !
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite spots to go to happy hour!
  27. Leslie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food exceeded expectations. The waiter was fantastic and provided an exceptional eating experience. Would highly recommend the Smash Burger and Shrimp salad to everyone.
  28. JoanL

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the atmosphere and the food and drinks
  29. ChristiF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Village Whiskey never disappoints. Great good, good drinks, and fantastic atmosphere. Service was attentive and very friendly. Can’t wait to go back.
  30. Chocolate201

    Baltimore

    12 reviews

    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    For a burger joint… not great. Drinks were mediocre.
  31. Gsw8

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was quite good. We started with fried pickles and roasted squash appetizers. For our mains we had the chicken milanese sandwich and steak frittes. Both prepared very nicely. Our server was very friendly and attentive. My only complaint was the decor in their newer dining room space. Too much bare white tile giving it an antiseptic feel. The space needs are or something to give it a warmer atmosphere.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We has the best waitress, Tess. She was very attentive and welcoming. She was extremely knowledgeable about the drinks and types of whiskey served. We are looking forward to our next visit.
  33. LuisH

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    Place is overrated and overpriced for the quality of food. The burgers we ordered were meh… bread was tearing apart and beef patties overcooked and crumbly. Very disappointing
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall2food5service5ambience1
    We were put in the new space Total vibe kill Server was great food was good But they need to connect both spaces
  35. marc

    Philadelphia

    83 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Probably the worst service I ever received. Can’t even really say that. Cause I got none. Not sure what was exactly happening but staff & management needs to get it together. Someone in the industry and visits tons of restaurants shouldn’t have to beg for a server and the check when he dropped our 2 drinks off and never seen him again. 100% will never return save your money and get a burger from parc, rouge, or dandelion
  36. AnneH

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I mentioned in my reservation request that we were celebrating a birthday and had grandparents with us. I requested that, if possible, we sit in a quiet location. I was so impressed! We were taken to a second dining area where we were the only customers! We could actually have a real conversation at the table. Our waiter was adorable. He was relaxed and friendly and, most importantly, knowledgeable. Excellent value! The special burger was fantastic (and that coming from my NYC mother is quite the compliment!) We will return!
  37. easydiner

    Philadelphia

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time and very impressed with the food, service and setting. Service was good without interruption. Great burger and nice selection of beer, liquor. Will be returning.
  38. HolliM

    Philadelphia

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. First time back in a few years. New side is very nice Food amazing best burger
  39. Chris

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Surprised by the veggie burger. It was excellent!
  40. RonG

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good. food, great scotch ( but expensive), nice. staff

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Village Whiskey PHL does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Village Whiskey PHL also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 665-1088.

Village Whiskey PHL is rated 4.5 stars by 434 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


Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Village Whiskey PHL

118 S 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    20th & Sansom

  • Neighborhood

    Rittenhouse Square

  • Hours of operation

    All Day Menu Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    Septa bus #17 & #2

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Jose Garces

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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