Sassafrasbar

The Grande Dame of neighborhood bars. Open Seven Days. A classic, cozy bar in the heart of Old City. Sophisticated. Timeless. Classic.

A fixture on Second Street for over 35 years, Sassafras is the Grand Dame of neighborhood bars.

09/18/2024

Did someone say it’s 🍔? We’ve got you covered!

The Sassafras Burger: sharp cheddar, bacon, onion, tomato jam, lettuce on onion poppy brioche. Cooked to your liking and served with your choice of fries or salad.

09/16/2024

Live jazz tonight from 6:30-9:30 pm!

09/15/2024

Live jazz Sunday from 6-9 pm!

09/02/2024

The perfect pint paired with the perfect potato crisp.

08/05/2024

Live jazz tonight from 6:30-9:30 pm!

07/04/2024

Happy Fourth of July! We open at 4 pm today.

06/09/2024

Live jazz Sunday from 6:30 - 9:30 pm!

Photos from Sassafrasbar's post 05/30/2024

We’re coming in hot with two menu features sure to smash your hunger. We give you our Pineapple-Habanero Wings and Sassafras Smash Burger.

05/08/2024

Cocktail of the Week - May Flowers:

🌸 Single Prop Rum
🌸 Honey Syrup
🌸 Angostura & Grapefruit Bitters
🌸 Milk-Clarified Lime Juice

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A fixture on Second Street for almost 50 years, Sassafras is the Grand Dame of neighborhood bars. Sophisticated. Timeless. Classic.

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Address


48 S 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA
19106

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 2am
Tuesday 4pm - 2am
Wednesday 12pm - 2am
Thursday 12pm - 2am
Friday 12pm - 2am
Saturday 3pm - 2am
Sunday 3pm - 2am

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