Perch Pub offers patrons a perfect spot to kick back and 'roost', in comfort, above Broad and Locust Streets with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts. With a menu of delicious American-inspired comfort food, Perch is a relaxed, unpretentious pub. The interior has a timeless feel, with rich mahogany finishes and exposed brick and metal beams. In addition to boasting one of the best birds-eye views in the city for people watching, the pub offers separate areas for a pool table and dart board and features additional amenities including a juke box, HDTV's and a large drop-down projection screen in the main dining room for watching major sports events. The Perch has a broad selection of fourteen craft beers on tap, an extensive bottle and can list (104 entries and growing), as well as full bar featuring a prominent selection of bourbons, whiskeys, and Scotches (including house-infusions).
"Went on a Saturday afternoon and really enjoyed it. I liked that you could choose from both the brunch and regular menus. Food was delicious and service was great. Loved sitting near the windows overlooking Broad Street, a perfect spot to show visitors a little piece of how vibrant Philadelphia can be."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view, great for lunch
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"Great place for lunch before an afternoon show on Broad street. Very pleased that online reservation system worked so well. Staff very helpful to customer with nut allergies. Definitely will go back. Food terrific!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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"This is where my husband I meet before the Orchestra. The service is friendly and reasonably quick and the food fresh and good. They have many beers on tap which they rotate daily. Last night my husband had they lamb burger special and I had the mahi mahi special with julianned vegetables. It was the best meal we've had there to date."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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"Good location for before and after the theater, this was my third visit becaus eof loaction, extensive beer selections, food is standard, would reccomend the grill meatloaf entree if you are a meat eater. Had the Mahi Mahi special that night, bland and pretty tasteless dish. I would say that this is more of a sandwich place."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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"Perch Pub always accommodates our needs, whether one of our party is going to be late, we have to get to a show, or we ask them what the ingredients are in a specific dish. Friendly service, eager-to-please wait staff and host, an all-around good experience!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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"The location, right across the street from the Academy of Music, makes this a great place for lunch before or after a show. Not a super-extensive menu, but a good variety of sandwiches, burgers, salads, entrees. I had the soup-of-the day, which was a velvety butternut squash, scented with sage, & it was divine! The Mediterranean sandwich was a winner, too, & served w/ mixed greens, was enough to take half home for the next day. The view down Broad Street for tables in the front is a bonus."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2009
Special Features: scenic view, great for lunch
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"My husband & I went to Perch Pub after going to the Walnut Street Theatre. It was a beautiful day out and we thought we go somewhere new. What a find it was, we will definitely go back!!! Our waitress, Melissa was wonderful:-) I had the 'Mediterranean Melt' which included grilled eggplant & squash, caramelized onions, roasted peppers, carrots & spinach with melted cheese on a foccocia/ciabatta roll. This was absolutely wonderful, I loved it:-) My husband had the 'Apple Salad' with arugula, apples, candied walnuts, blue cheese, red onions, with a light vinaigrette drsg. with a whole chicken breast added to it. He also really, liked it. We both started with the soup of the day which was Potato Leek, which we both thoroughly enjoyed. Thank"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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"We went here on a Friday night and Kelly was our waitress, very attentive! Our drinks were great and we both loved our entrees and the dessert! Would come again for sure :)"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view
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"We always enjoy Perch after a play at Philadelphia Theater Company or the Wilma. The service is super-friendly. The menu is varied, original and always great! The changing beer specials are 5-star.
And, you cannot beat the view of the Avenue of the Arts from the "perch" above South Broad!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, scenic view, hot spot
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"Has beautiful view. Our waitress, Melissa was very friendly and her recommendations were the best! Cocktails and Beer were great too. The crowd was very noisy but I guess that's to be exptected at 930 on a Saturday night. I can't wait to go back."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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"The menu and the food were just terrific. The tables were crammed close, and there was absolutely no style or charm. The waiter was great, and we were taken on time. But this wasn't enough to return sorry."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: kid-friendly
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"Service was great. Ordered recommended braised chicken shanks w/mashed potatoes which was very good except there wasn't very much chicken. There was a nice portion of potatoes, though. Other guest had the Grilled Reuben which was tasty."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch, hot spot
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"When making the reservation for a busy Thursday night, I requested one of the front tables next to the window. They have accommodated me twice with this request. The wait staff is friendly, and even remembered us from previous visits."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view, hot spot
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"Service was competent and attentive without being intrusive, great list of microbrews and a well-executed and imaginative menu. The food is much better, and lighter than the title 'Pub' might typically imply. Perfectly located for a meal before the show or concert with great second story views of the action on Broad and Locust."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2009
Special Features: scenic view
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"Love Perch Pub, with its view of the Academy of Music, excellent beer selection and tasty food. If you are looking for a fun, lively place to go, this place is ideal."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, scenic view, hot spot
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"A good place to grab dinner before a show at the Kimmel; our 6:15 reservation got us out in plenty of time for an 8:00 show. Service was attentive and non-intrusive. Noisy near the bar. Crowded; recommend reservations."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2003
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"A great little eatery within walking distance of the Academy of Music. Food was excellent, service was fantastic. We are adding the Perch Pub to our favorite places to eat."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"Love going to the Perch Pub before our concerts at the Kimmel. It is convenient, delicious, and very pleasant, with wait staff who are outstanding. Keep up the good work!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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"Good place to have lunch just before a matinee concert. And a nice choice -- everything from brunch (this was a Sunday) to sandwiches to full entrees."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2008
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"I checked the menu online before going. I was intrigued by the soft pretzels and wanted to try them. But when I arrived for lunch they were not available. So on my second visit I again wanted to try them. This time I couldn't get them cause it was brunch and they aren't on the brunch menu. Then to add insult to injury, as I was eating my brunch, I could smell the pretzels cooking! The smell permeated the entire restaurant! Sorry, but I will go somewhere else in the future. Somewhere where I can order what is on the menu when I want to eat it."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: scenic view
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"We went to Perch's for v-day and had the beer tasting menu with 4 plates and dessert. Good selection of craft beers and chef's specialties. Crab rolls and spicy sausage were the best plates. I've never heard of the place before but we had a great time so I'd like to see if they do lunch and happy hour."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"We went for a late night dinner with friends. Service was friendly and fun. Food was better than I had hoped. Very yummy mussels and really nice salads. Would go back."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2005
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"Went for. Friends birthday had a 830 resi requested some kind of bday platter dessert and was rudely called during drinks at another bar and put on hold to tell us that they can't do it REALLY never going back again this place is a tourist trap"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, scenic view
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"We went there before a theater performance. The menu was fun, the beer list was incredible, and our waitress was as nice as could be. Helpful, but not intrusive. Cheerful. Our table overlooked Broad Street and the feel of the city on a cold January night was just great.Plus their coffee is outstanding. Wish that they sold it. Would go there again for sure!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
2007
Special Features: scenic view
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