Silk City

Philadelphia


This dining car and bar complex has been a fixture on Spring Garden St since the 1950s. It was revamped by new owners in 2007, with the dining car retaining its classic chrome-edged bar, button seat and booth layout. Brunch is served daily until 3:45pm and a dinner menu kicks in from 4pm to 1am.

There are events including DJ nights in the attached bar and in warmer weather there's also an outdoor garden area.


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