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Silk City Diner Bar & Lounge

Diner and Lounge$$$$

Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia

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Ranked #7 for fried chicken in Philadelphia
The experts at Men's Health Mag and Visit Philly recommend this place
"omg. the chicken and waffles is amazing with the silk 75!"(11 Tips)
"great dance floor just feet away from the diner."(3 Tips)
"I love their grilled cheese sandwich and their mac n cheese!!!!!!!!"(10 Tips)
"Buttermilk fried chicken kind of night."(3 Tips)

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Erik CintronJuly 22, 2014
This newly become hipster diner is fun, with it's new beer garden that is really funky. Saw the owner means a lot. Food is comfort and good real friendly staff and good prices. Live bands some night
Philly.comNovember 1, 2013
Silk City is not only a great spot to grab some night-time munchies, it also has a great dance floor just feet away from the diner. Thursday and Saturday nights are the wildest. Read more
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HutcHFebruary 4, 2016
The pork and sweet potato empañadas were to die for! Cool and relaxing atmosphere. Not only popular because of DDD, but it's actually well liked by the locals.
Chelsea NortonMay 15, 2017
I swear by their brunch! Fried green tomatoes are a must, whenever they are available. The shrimp and grits are almost like heaven. I have heard that the pulled pork hash is obnoxiously good.
GeorgeneFebruary 18, 2015
Have had fantastic specials and breakfasts here! For vegetable lovers: more choices please, with less salt and oil. The spinach last night was intensely salty and oily. And I love the flavor of salt!
Brendan RastetterAugust 10, 2014
You'll find some pretty amazing fried chicken and corn bread here. It was a complete surprise for me. A night of dancing, beers and their chicken will put a smile on your face.
AnneSeptember 23, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Love Silk City. Great funky diner feel, fantastic food. Love the large backyard for dining al fresco. Good beer selection.
Daniel GavinMarch 15, 2018
Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and greens are covered in a little bit of honey whichis a game-changer. Their classic burger also great.
Visit PhillyFebruary 23, 2012
Been here 5+ times
This typical looking diner serves up anything but standard brunch fare on the inside. Order the smothered chicken and waffles and a Pimms Cup: Pimms, fresh lime, ginger beer, cucumber and mint.
Visit PhillySeptember 19, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Silk City's duck-confit spring rolls, pulled pork empanadas and shrimp-and-crab pot stickers made for crispy golden highlights in a 2008 episode of Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives.
Derya MTAugust 25, 2018
The food is great. Chicken &waffles, eggs benedict, silk cakes are favs. We come here almost every weekend.
Lynne CDecember 3, 2011
The Jaded Ruby is sooo good! It's like grapefruit juice with a surprise. Also the Bloody Mary is perfect too. You can't go wrong with either one first thing in the morning ;)
AmayaAugust 6, 2014
Eat from their incredible menu outside on the awesome patio. Or do what we did and dance in the rain. :)
Gloria MNovember 20, 2022
The enclosed garden is magical! The heat lamps make it a toasty and beautiful spot for a fall dinner.
Justin RooksApril 18, 2018
The music the food the atmosphere. I mean literally this place is everything!
ᴡᴡᴡ.Matt.linodrvs.ru HFebruary 1, 2012
Been here 5+ times
If you're looking for a hip diner with a hipper menu and a place to dance the night away on a Saturday to indie, pop, rock & hip-hop without the cliche fist pumping crowd, than this is your spot.
Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 3, 2012
There are those among us who would sooner die than drink inside Silk City, but we love sitting out in the beer garden. It’s always a friendly mix of people, and good for large groups.
Lakisha MaldonadoApril 18, 2015
OMG! There Tai chicken wings, mac n cheese and fries with cheese and bacon... sssooo delicious! Very good food..
StacksApril 29, 2013
The mac and cheese was delicious! Waited a long time after ordering and the waitress comped our meal, which was nice . It was worth the wait anyway!
Brian ParkMarch 13, 2014
Great entree specials. Things to try: Salmon w/ RIsotto, Meatloaf, fish n chips. Brunch is also bomb.
Seonne B.February 5, 2016
The Thai wings are love! If your a wing lover like myself try these!!
Ted HNovember 16, 2014
Delicious higher end diner food. Service isn't awesome and it can get crowded, but food and beer are good.
Men's Health MagNovember 8, 2011
The gravy French fries taste even better with a local brew (try the Kenzinger), and they're delivered by girls with skirts so short they look like they're made with cocktail napkins.
B. Supreme-HurtadoJune 1, 2018
Drinks were mixed well. Spinach was delicious. Macaroni dish needs some more imagination. Flavor was bland and the center was dry. On the dance floor side, crowd was great. Bartenders were friendly
Philadelphia MagazineSeptember 15, 2010
Awesome Outdoor Dining. Order a fresh limeade margarita, kick back, and marvel that you’re on a tropical island on an otherwise grim stretch of Spring Garden. Read more
Paul ThorsonSeptember 18, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Join DJ DEEJAY, Brian Cassidy and Paul Thorson every Saturday Night playing Top 40 and all of your favorite throwbacks from 10pm - 2am! Cover charge applies.
Arnold J. Malerman, DDSJanuary 22, 2017
Great coffee & desserts. Heavy handed with hot peppers in/on appetizers & desserts. Not everyone a hot pepper fan, limiting available choices.
Stacy KelleyDecember 8, 2015
Buttermilk Fried Chicken with honey, mashed potatoes and jalapeño corn muffin
Chel CastelJune 19, 2017
This place is a 3 in one. Club/old-school diner/outdoor garden. A little gem for sure.
Tristan RhodesideOctober 1, 2016
More of a diner themed bar, but the fried chicken is excellent as well as the coffee and pie.
Ahmie BecksNovember 9, 2014
Fun atmosphere and great drink selection. Late night music makes for a dance party. Very crowded.
June JonesOctober 19, 2014
Buttermilk fried chicken kind of night. Also the spicy chicken breast sandwhich was great last night.
Zach KelferApril 20, 2015
Awesome brunch so good and really cool vibe b
Amber FosterJune 15, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Cold or hot... The soups are incredible! They are always very creative or traditional with spunk. 👍
Bre BonnerApril 19, 2018
Great if you want a night of dancing. It can get a bit crowded though.
djdeejayJune 24, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Every Saturday is a super fun & more fun dance party! Leave your pretentious nature at the door and DANCE!!!
Anna FochsApril 30, 2018
Their Mac & Cheese and chicken & waffles are amazing!
Philadelphia MagazineDecember 2, 2011
The beer garden is always good for a good time, great drinks and fun people; that's why it's one of Philly's best bars. Read more
Rover MondaysAugust 31, 2011
Rover is at Silk City every 5th monday of the year. Make sure to join us for Halloween...after all - it is on a Monay!!!
Zay www.earstyle.netMay 3, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The taco dog is amazing. C'est Bon.
Mic BrownMay 10, 2014
Good food, nice atmosphere and hot waitresses
Amelia FeinsteinNovember 4, 2012
Edamame is very good and a nice treat. Homemade ice creams for dessert.
Sara CaprittiJune 7, 2010
Relax out back in the "beer garden" - since it's summertime I highly recommend getting yourself a 19th hole (sweet tea vodka and silk's homemade lemonade).
Sophia HJuly 14, 2015
Had my 21st birthday here. Bartender gave a free birthday shot to each of my friends and me!
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
Marc Vetri, chef of Alla Spina, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Blackened fish tacos. Read more
Timala LeMay 27, 2012
Amazing mac and cheese, and calamari is second to none. Great food
Samantha HartmanNovember 29, 2014
Get the shrimp burger. You won't be sorry.
TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014
Check out Silk City Diner as seen on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives Read more
Lance LacoffSeptember 15, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Outdoor seating + diner + bar and dance floor
Septian ArnoldSeptember 6, 2014
Been here 10+ times
There's so many out-of-rhythmed-white-girls here. It's ridiculous.

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