Silk City Diner Bar & Lounge
American · Northern Liberties · $
American · Northern Liberties, Philadelphia, PA · $
North Third has been serving upscale comfort food in Philadelphia for nearly 20 years. This cozy corner watering hole, located at 3rd and Brown, has emerged as a true haven for the more sophisticated palates that live and play in Northern Liberties. Works by local artists adorn the place's exposed bricks walls, and the selection of cocktails, craft beer and wine is as diverse as any place in town.
“After what felt like a long wait (the kind where expectations start creeping up), we finally made it inside—and honestly, it was worth every minute. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance grabs you. The atmosphere is lively but comfortable, with a really cool mix of people of all ages. The walls are covered with unique art that gives the place personality and makes you want to look around instead of staring at your phone while waiting for food. It felt welcoming, relaxed, and full of good energy. Our waitress deserves a shoutout right away—super friendly, always smiling, and genuinely happy to be there. That alone sets the tone for a great meal. Now let’s talk food. We started with the 1 lb Thai chili wings and… OOOOMMMGGG. These were next-level. Perfectly crispy skin, juicy meat, and that sweet-and-tangy chili sauce hit all the right notes. Easy 9/10. The buffalo cauliflower came next—nice crunch on the outside, decent flavor, but a bit mild for my taste buds. Solid 6/10. Then came the potato and Vermont cheddar pierogies. Soft, delicate dough stuffed with creamy potatoes and cheese, topped with caramelized onions that absolutely made the dish. Comfort food at its finest—9/10. The undisputed champion of the night was the Bee’s Backyard Burger. One bite and it was game over. Juicy beef, Cooper sharp cheese, caramelized onions—pure mouth euphoria. A flawless 10/10. And just when we thought it couldn’t get better, the chocolate bread pudding with vanilla ice cream sealed the deal. Warm, rich, indulgent—another 10/10 knockout. Parking can be a little tricky, so plan ahead—but I’ll gladly deal with that to come back and work my way through the rest of the menu. This place is absolutely worth a return visit.”
“Best drinks!!!! Delicious food, we had the buffalo cauliflower, I enjoyed the Bees Backyard Burger and Hubby enjoyed the fish and chips!! All was delicious! Our server Amber was great. You should really try this place,you won't be disappointed!”
“Saw the reviews on Google and decided to give it a try. At first, I was a little thrown off by the limited menu, but I came for the burger — and it did not disappoint! It was absolutely phenomenal. The drinks were also really good. My husband wasn’t too fond of the wings, but I personally didn’t think they were bad at all. Overall, it was a great experience and definitely worth a visit!”
“Had such a great experience here! The food was fantastic and had such a variety of new things to try. The shrimp taco appetizer was beyond imaginable! If you haven't gone, definitely take the trip! It is so worth it! The amount of cool artistry on the walls are astounding! You will continue to find cool things as you look around!”
“Very quaint neighborhood corner restaurant. I've been back a number of times since moving to the neighborhood and I always have a great time. Food/Drinks: The menu is not extremely long and they rotate it with different specials menu on the daily. This restaurant is definitely great for brunch and dinner. I particularly think their brunch is better. Full bar (x2) and can make pretty much any drink you want. Their espresso martini is quite good. Neither expensive or cheap but right in the middle. Environment/Ambience: The interior is larger than it seems with a larger dining area with the bar and a smaller side room with more tables and another bar. The vibe is rustic and moody, especially in the side room, during night but quite festive during the day. They have approximately 4-6 outdoor tables that are slightly covered and heated. Staff is nice and knowledgeable of the menu. Parking can be potentially tough but it's a great spot to walk to if you live nearby! You can also reserve a table! Rating: 7/10 Recommendations: Wings, Buffalo Cauliflower, Espresso Martini”
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