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Passyunk Square in Philadelphia

Things to Do in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

A rowhouse quarter around its namesake park, with a Vietnamese food presence deep enough to earn it the name Little Saigon. The park at its center now goes by Columbus Square.

A rowhouse quarter around its namesake park, with a Vietnamese food presence deep enough to earn it the name Little Saigon. The park at its center now goes by Columbus Square.

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Top things to do in Passyunk Square

Where to eat & drink in Passyunk Square

  • El Chingon in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    El Chingon

    4.7 · 575
    Mexican· $20–30

    When dining at Chef Carlos Aparicio’s colorful little spot in South Philly, you need a strategy, and you need friends.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 9 PM
  • South Philly Barbacoa in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    South Philly Barbacoa

    4.6 · 2.5k
    Mexican· $10–40

    Unassuming Mexican eatery specializing in traditional slow-cooked barbacoa-style tacos & toppings.

    Mon–Tue
    9 AM – 9 PM
    Wed–Thu
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    6 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    6 AM – 9 PM
  • Messina Club in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Messina Club

    4.9 · 149
    Bar
  • Rim Cafe in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Rim Cafe

    4.7 · 525
    Café & Bakery· $10–20

    Eclectic cafe known for its elaborate hot chocolate beverages, as well as its espresso & desserts.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 9 PM
  • Bake'n Bacon Philadelphia in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Bake'n Bacon Philadelphia

    4.8 · 2.0k
    Restaurant· $20–80

    A restaurant dedicated to excellence in every dish, combining consistency with craft to exceed customer expectations.

    Mon–Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    5 PM – 9 PM
    Fri
    4 PM – 9 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 3 PM, 4 PM – 9 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 3 PM
  • Garage Passyunk in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Garage Passyunk

    4.4 · 571
    Sports Bar· $10–20

    Neighborhood watering hole showcasing beer & cocktails in casual digs resembling an auto garage.

    Mon–Fri
    5 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 2 AM
  • Love & Honey Fried Chicken- South Philly, PA in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Love & Honey Fried Chicken- South Philly, PA

    4.9 · 147
    Chicken· $10–20
    Every day
    11 AM – 10 PM
  • Mighty Bread Company in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Mighty Bread Company

    4.8 · 528
    Bakery· $10–20

    A busy bakery and cafe known for its fresh bread, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and coffee, offering an outdoor patio.

    Mon
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 4 PM
  • Comfort & Floyd in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Comfort & Floyd

    4.7 · 356
    Breakfast· $20–30

    Charming eatery with local takes on diner classics featuring ingredients sourced from around town.

    Mon
    8 AM – 3 PM
    Tue–Wed
    Closed
    Thu–Fri
    8 AM – 3 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 3 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 3 PM
  • Ray's 'Happy Birthday' Bar in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Ray's 'Happy Birthday' Bar

    4.3 · 462
    Pub· $10–20

    This colorful pub, open since the 1930s, has an oak & tile bar with a trough running along its base.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    7 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    9 AM – 2 AM
  • The Pub on Passyunk East in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    The Pub on Passyunk East

    4.5 · 997
    Pub· $20–30

    Chill beer hall with sidewalk seats offering seasonal American classics & rotating draft microbrews.

    Mon–Fri
    4 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    4 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Map
  • Nam Phuong in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Nam Phuong

    4.3 · 1.2k
    Vietnamese· $20–30

    Quick service & traditional eats at this spare eatery dressed up with chandeliers & neon lights.

    Every day
    10 AM – 9 PM
  • Sports Bar illustration for Grumpy's Tavern

    Grumpy's Tavern

    4.5 · 289
    Sports Bar· $20–30

    This unpretentious neighborhood hangout features a menu of classic pub grub, karaoke & sports on TV.

    Every day
    10 AM – 2 AM
  • Burrata in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Burrata

    4.7 · 490
    Italian· $20–70

    Italian restaurant offering homemade pasta, meat & seafood amid an informal atmosphere.

    Mon–Thu
    5 PM – 9 PM
    Fri
    5 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sun
    4 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Palizzi Social Club in Passyunk Square, Philadelphia

    Palizzi Social Club

    4.8 · 266
    Italian· $50–90

    Private social club with cocktails & a menu of Italian-American classics in vintage surrounds.

    Mon–Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Fri
    5 PM – 3 AM
    Sat
    5 PM – 3 AM
    Sun
    5 PM – 1 AM

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Map of Passyunk Square with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1El Chingon
  2. 2South Philly Barbacoa
  3. 3Latchkey
  4. 4Messina Club
  5. 5Rim Cafe
  6. 6Bake'n Bacon Philadelphia
  7. 7Garage Passyunk
  8. 8Love & Honey Fried Chicken- South Philly, PA
  9. 9Mighty Bread Company
  10. 10Comfort & Floyd

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