24/7 in Philadelphia
Updated: September 10, 2009
For those of us who take Philly’s tongue-in-cheek "6th borough" of New York designation seriously, it's time to start showing that we mean it by becoming another city that never sleeps. Admittedly, once we move beyond all-night diners and cheesesteak slingers, we have some catching up to do in the all-night-long department. But let's act like our over-confident northern neighbors by spotlighting our assets, even if that means we have to brag about our limited number of clubs that stay open past 2am.
On this page:All-Night Eateries, More Spots for Night Owls.
All-Night Eateries
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Geno's Steaks
Read Reviews1219 S 9TH St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (map)
Satisfy your steak craving at any time of the day, night or dawn. If you’ve burned out on traditional cheesesteaks during too many previous midnight runs, you can vary it up by ordering--in English, or at least proper Philadelphian--pizza steak sandwiches, Italian hoagies, and roast pork sandwiches. Don't forget to order whiz "wit" or "witout".
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Little Pete's
Read Reviews219 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (map)
What better than a Greek diner to satisfy your late-night cravings. This small diner brings with it a cozy, traditional feel. Its specialties, that arrive with a quickness, include spinach pie and stuffed chicken breast. Should you not wish to leave your bed, there’s also a 24-hour delivery option.
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Mayfair Diner & Restaurant
Read Reviews7373 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19136 (map)
Savor a late-night snack at this classic 1932 diner made of stainless steel. Clean, quick and cheap, this diner has a wide menu. Waitresses are dressed in traditional pink diner attire and the place has an overall old-time atmosphere.
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Pat's King of Steaks
Read Reviews1237 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (map)
Order out from the place that claims to have invented steak sandwiches. Here again, be sure to have our order in mind before stepping to the window or, like the infamous soup Nazi of Seinfeld fame, an impatient employee will banish you to the back of the line. Foreigners, remember: specify that you want cheese whiz ("whiz") or don't mention it at all, and add on fried onions or 86 them with a simple "wit" or "witout". You can thank us for this lesson with a free cheesesteak, "whiz wit".
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South Street Diner
Read Reviews140 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (map)
When hunger hits, no matter what time, you can satiate your cravings at South Street Diner. This all-night joint serves soups, salads, sandwiches, bar food and entrees 24 hours a day. If it feels like breakfast time at 11 at night, order waffles, omelets, pancakes, and French toast.
More Spots for Night Owls
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Zee-Bar
Read Reviews100 Spring Gardens Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 (map)
One of the hottest lounges to open in recent years, this club keeps its doors open to members until 3am from Wednesday to Sunday nights. Lavished in metallic beads, dropped seating and low lighting strategically placed to highlight seemingly infinite bottles of premium vodka, this spot is designed to encourage hooking up with a new hottie or nuzzling up with an old flame. To join, apply in person with a $20 in hand.
O.N.E. at Rittenhouse
Read Reviews121 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (map)
As they say, membership has its privileges. To play at O.N.E., the private club in the Rittenhouse building formerly occupied by the Mansion, one's written application must be pre-approved by the club’s board. But once you're in, you’re in. For just $30 a year, members can dance, shoot pool, order bottle service, act superior in one of two VIP lounges, or recline in overstuffed leather chairs on any of the historic mansion’s four floors until 3:30 every morning, six days a week. You don't hear much about any celebrities popping in, but hey, once you're here, you're family.
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