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Setting up at Grace & Proper, 941 S. Eighth St., are (from left) beverage director Scott Rodrigue, co-owner Susan Freeman, and general manager Ryan Rayer.
Setting up at Grace & Proper, 941 S. Eighth St., are (from left) beverage director Scott Rodrigue, co-owner Susan Freeman, and general manager Ryan Rayer.Read moreMichael Klein / Staff

Grace & Proper

South PhiladelphiaBar$$

Grace and Proper is a South Philly bar with a European charm, offering seasonally inspired small plates and a strong lineup of cocktails. The room is filled with a vintage charm, with tin ceilings, exposed brick, and tiled floors that set an easygoing backdrop for both neighborhood hangs or a stop on a night out.

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