The Farmers' Cabinet
(Now Closed)Gastropub, Cocktail Bar, and New American Restaurant$$$$
Center City East, Philadelphia
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Christopher SopherJune 16, 2013Truly excellent speakeasy. Grab a cocktail (or one of many, many beers) and a barrel to sit around. One of the best old fashioneds I've had, of many many hundred.
Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 3, 2012Imagine Ridley Scott directing a happy hour for beer snobs, cocktail historians, Jazz Age hep cats and righteous old drunks. It’s one of the strangest and most amazing places to drink at in Philly.
Stacy RileyJuly 28, 2013Food, yummy. Service, pleasant and prompt. Beef... The website says music starts at 9:30, so we made an 8 pm reservation. Music doesn't start til 10, so now we have to walk around and kill time. Boo.
- Philadelphia MagazineDecember 2, 2011The kind of place you go if you want to sip your manhattan and feel like you're in a swanky 1920's speakeasy. "One of the strangest and most amazing places to have a drink in Philly right now." Read more
arielle hellerNovember 24, 2012This is an awesome dinner option. Venison, short rib, skate - it's all good! Have the tasting plate on the meat, 3 cheeses and the pickled saffron duck egg.
Joe PerryAugust 6, 2014When the Liquor Control Board isn't shutting it down, it's an incredible place for libations. Unreal draft list that keeps changing and the cocktails, holy smokes, the cocktails.
UntappdAugust 24, 2012One of a kind, European-like bar, right in downtown! Amazing decor and great international beer list. Lighting is very dim so bring your reading light!
Yo JaicoJanuary 21, 2014Local source type if restaurant! Love the ambience it has a very elegant rustic feel to it! It's better to come here in groups! Tables are huge 😊
Philadelphia MagazineDecember 5, 2011Farmers’ Cabinet is now serving its own house beers. Brewer Terry Hawbaker’s beers are unique and excellent. They also tend to be a couple bucks cheaper than the other beers on the list. Read more
HomeSpeakeasyFebruary 3, 2012The rustic decor and occasional ragtime piano player go great with Phoebe Esmon's cocktail creations at Farmers' Cabinet. They've even got two bars: beer to the left, cocktails to the right!
RickyMay 19, 2011Super unique, definitely a step away from your typical Micro-brew savvy center city bar. A menu that tickles your experimental side, decor that lets your nostalgic side wander, wonderful tap selection
Really good cocktails, draughts and food! Salted potatoes, duck egg in a jar, lamb tongue sandwich (!), BBQ porkbelly sandwich... Addicted to the bar popcorn...sweet and salty!
Best beer list in the north east, killer cocktails and the most extensive selection of game in the city. All in a frontier saloon. Try the elk and the holland fog
James ValleyJuly 28, 2013This place is totally unique. The house band is great! Check out the food, vibe, and Drew Nugent and the Midnight Society!
Great beer and cocktails. The lobster and crab ceviche is a little heavy on the ginger, but everything else is fabulous. Try the cheese fondue - it's incredible.
Barrels as tables is a really nice ambience piece. Very friendly staff. Superb draft list.
Doug BargApril 6, 2011Perhaps the most most unique and exciting drinking/dining spot in Philly. Refreshingly authentic and non-theatrical. Unusual but accessible menu.
bill biskupApril 16, 2011Great cheese and meat board selections. The root chips were a waste better off to buy a bag at Wawa. The only down note to an otherwise great experience.- bill biskupApril 16, 2011The beer list is divided into taste categories. The staff is also very knowledgeable and made great pairing recommendations.
Amazing beer list w/rate finds. But geez, If you want to check in to leave such a tip, use Subway's free wireless!
Get a sour beer on tap and order a cheese plate. The cheese monger knows his stuff.
Lillian TJune 21, 2012Order the west indies! Its strong and sweet, it will definitely brighten your day/evening!
Hydro MedicNovember 28, 2011I think the tips here are awful. Come here with an open pallet and let the servers introduce what ever your little dirty mind desires... totally open minded kind of place! :-)
John ToddFebruary 24, 2012ORDER THE RAMOS GIN FIZZ!!! PAUL MAKES THE BEST RAMOS GIN FIZZ ON THE PLANET!!!- John ToddFebruary 20, 2012Ask for one of Paul's world famous Ramos Gin Fizzes--Like Heaven in a glass!!!
Audrey JulienneMay 29, 2011Great atmosphere, food is unusual but tasty. Donuts were on the dry side and a disappointment unless you drawn them in maple syrup or butter.
Mary CrippenAugust 30, 2013Don't try to pick a dessert- save yourself the agony of decision and just order all three.
One of the best spots in Philly for amazing imported craft beer. Read more
DudFebruary 5, 2012Flames of troy is fantastic. The duck rillette is average and you can get better at monoprix or franprix
Lindsey SkolnickJanuary 28, 2014I would say this place is better known for their libations then their good.
Alison B.March 25, 2012Its all about the mugs of punch served in tea cups. Cheesy? Yes, but delightful.- JessicaLaurenSFJanuary 22, 2012The rabbit cassoulet is fantastic. So was the pork Avoid the woman bartender at all costs. Miserable and hates life.
- Philadelphia MagazineDecember 7, 2011Try Captain Radcliffe's punch. It contains Sauterne, cognac, lemon sherbet, nutmeg. Read more
Eric HeatonJuly 16, 2011If you get Amy as your waitress, be nice, she'll treat you well. She's amazing
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The Farmers' Cabinet
1113 Walnut St (btwn 11th St & 12th St)
Philadelphia, PA 19107
United States
Philadelphia, PA 19107
United States
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 5:00 PM–2:00 AM
(215) 923-1113
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
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Jo Lynch - 9.1
"Unique draft beer list. Good weekend brunch menu. Bacon grease popcorn. Mmmm..... BACON!"
Jeffery Gonya - 8.7
"Great beer selection and lots of vegan options on the menu. Plenty of tasty stuff for carnivores as well."
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- 8.4
"Very good food and good beer selection. Dinner time, will sometimes get very crowded, so get there early."
Gary Noe - 8.7
"It's a must of you're in Philly. Great service and cool atmosphere"
Linoley Flores Serrano - 8.3
"The BEST whiskey bar in Philly. The selection is incredible and the staff are knowledgable and patient"
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