Almanac

Center CityBar, Japanese$$-$$$

Almanac is a small cocktail bar above Ogawa in Old City that blends Japanese and American influences. The drinks are seasonal and inventive, often crafted from locally sourced ingredients that change with the seasons. The room is intimate and low-lit, giving the whole experience the feel of a quiet retreat built around precision and creativity.

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Restaurant Details

310 Market St. 2nd Fl. , Philadelphia, Pa., 19106

215-238-5757

https://www.almanacphilly.com/

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