Philadelphia’s zero-proof scene is thriving. Venues across neighborhoods offer creative nonalcoholic drinks and party atmospheres. Discover some of the following alcohol-free places you can explore in the city.
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ArdmoreBella Vista
Chapterhouse Cafe & Gallery in Bella Vista is open until 8 p.m., delivering delicious coffees and teas, as well as a turmeric honey latte.
Center CityFairmount
Fairmount hosts Bar Hygge for zero-proof cocktails in a lively setting. Bad Brother delivers classic cocktails sans alcohol.
Fishtown
Poste Haste offers treats such as a Tea El Sele. Bar Palmina and FaceClock in Fishtown emphasize artful, zero-proof beverages, and Old City Cava Company offers zero-proof palomas with late weekend hours.
Kensington
Kensington’s BUBS acts as a sober-friendly third space for game nights. The establishment does not have its food license, so you’ll need to bring your own beverages and snacks.
North Philly
Libertee Grounds in North Philly combines mini-golf with an alcohol-free menu featuring items like Fauxjito and nonalcoholic Sam Adams.
Old City
Old City Cava Company offers zero-proof palomas with late weekend hours. Mocha Melt is a European-inspired cafe that serves espresso and pastries after dinner.
48 Record Bar delivers a listening room and cocktail bar above Sassafras in Old City. The venue serves drinks like a Moroccan mint tea mocktail and a “hot mocklate” with pistachio orgeat and offers a curated selection of vinyl.
Passyunk
Ember and Ash in Passyunk features drinks like a Korean-spice margarita and a phony Negroni.
Queen Village
Queen & Rook is a Philadelphia board-game favorite that serves more than typical brews. The bar offers a robust nonalcoholic drink menu, including cocktails and zero-proof beer.
Rittenhouse
Rittenhouse has a bevy of zero-proof items on the menu at Wilder. Sample 10 different zero-proof drinks on the menu.
South Philly
Solar Myth in South Philly mixes a wine-bar vibe with nonalcoholic drinks and live music.