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It’s been 75 years since Americans had to sneak a sip. On Friday, Dec. 5, show your appreciation by lifting a few around Philadelphia to commemorate Repeal Day. If you didn’t pay attention in history class, the day marks the end of Prohibition when the Volstead Act was repealed and the 21st Amendment was ratified re-legalizing alcohol. So whether you want to chug beer, down shots or toast wine in honor of the history-making event, consider starting out at these local bars.
The aptly named Prohibition Taproom (501 N. 13th St.) opened just in time to help commemorate this epic moment in American history. Nestled on 13th between Spring Garden and Callowhill streets (a post-industrial no-man's land), you're sure to get a seat at the huge bar. You may not see flappers or gangsters, but you'll love Brendan the bartender and retro-Victorian vibe from the same folks who operate Cafe Lift (428 N. 13th St., 215-922-3031) down the street (look for the great signs for each destination: one reads "Cafe" the other reads "Bar" and they both look like they've been there since the 30s).
McGillin’s Olde Ale House (1310 Drury St., 215-735-5562) lived through Prohibition and the Civil War (yes, it’s that old). Congratulate them by stopping by the decked-out pub (think: 1,000 feet of garland at 3,000 feet of twinkling lights) this holiday season. Not only is it a hop, skip and jump from Center City shopping mecca Macy’s, but you’ll enjoy some serious Prohibition-bashing fun just in time for the holidays, with special St. Nikolaus Bock Bier, Troeg’s Mad Elf beer, Poinsetta Punch, Irish coffee and hot spiced cider.
Memphis Taproom (2331 E. Cumberland St., 215-425-4460) celebrates Repeal Day with $1 drafts from 3 to 4 p.m., with additional drink specials to toast this special anniversary in Fishtown. Also check out the Taproom’s great menu. Because any serious drinker knows eating before sipping is half the battle.
Sidecar Bar (2201 Christian St., 215-732-3429) says you don’t need a reason to party on Friday night. They’re only half right. The retro-style bar (PICTURED) is a perfect place to toast this anniversary surrounded by always friendly locals and bar staff and a drink menu rocking plenty of classic cocktails, like, you guessed it, the Sidecar.
You’ll also want to drop by nearby Yell’O Bar (2425 Grays Ferry Ave., 215-735-3533) a newish take on a longtime neighborhood bar (the location has been serving booze since the 1940s!). Another reason to celebrate: This Grays Ferry haunt has working class roots with all-day drink specials.
Click here to find other Examiners' advice about where to celebrate across the U.S., learn more about prohibition and about the 75 years since it was abolished.
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