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Bar · Washington Square West

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1315 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

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Live jazz, upscale pub fare, and classic cocktails create a vibrant scene  

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1315 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Get directions

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1315 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Get directions

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Where To Catch Up With Your Friend Who Out-Summered You

"It’s hard to console your friends after they’ve spent the summer hopping from the Governor’s Ball and Lollapalooza to Adele in Munich. Now they can only listen to live versions of songs and mention setlists nonstop. Take them to a place where they’re bound to see a few drum sets, keyboards, and guitars—Midtown Village’s Time. It’s an exciting American spot that has live music almost every day of the week, plus pasta, sandwiches, and shareable mains like braised short ribs. When it’s nice out, they open the side doors and windows, so it can be your friend’s first open-air music experience of the summer without the long lines at concessions or the bathroom." - candis mclean

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The Best Philly Bars & Restaurants With Live Music

"Time on Samson St. is anything but low key. They have their floor-to-ceiling windows that are always open on a sunny day and you can hear the sax riffs and banging cymbals from the sidewalk. Every spot at the long wraparound bar has a decent view of the stage, and for a place that’s all about the music, the food holds its own. Everything from the shrimp and grits to fried calamari with a Calabrian chili garlic aioli and gigantic braised short ribs tastes great watching whatever jazz band or singer is performing that night. " - candis mclean

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The Best Shrimp and Grits in Philly | Eater Philly

"Live jazz and whiskey aren’t the only reasons to visit this Center City hot spot. The dinner menu is packed with southern staples like its shrimp and cheddar grits made with bell peppers, celery, and onions, and drizzled with a spicy roasted pepper hot sauce." - George Banks-Weston

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Where to Eat Late Night in Philadelphia | Eater Philly

"In Center City, Time keeps its kitchen open until 1 a.m., serving cheffy snacks and entrees including white mussels, shrimp and grits, filet mignon, crab cake sandwiches, and an eponymous burger. The food’s a lovely foil for the bar’s popular live music and whiskey selection." - Rachel Vigoda

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Time - Review - Midtown Village - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"Time on Samson St. is anything but lowkey. They have their floor-to-ceiling windows that are always open on a sunny day and you can practically hear the sax riffs and banging cymbals from the sidewalk. Every spot at the long wraparound bar has a decent view of the stage, and for a place that’s all about the music, the food holds its own. Everything, from shrimp and grits, to fried calamari with a Calabrian chili garlic aioli, to gigantic braised short ribs, are all perfectly acceptable, and taste great watching whatever jazz band or singer is performing that night." - Candis R. McLean

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Darren Burton

Google
If you’re looking for great live music and drinks, Time is definitely a spot to check out in Philly. I honestly don’t have anything negative to say about my experience. The Bartender was attentive and made great drinks, the music was AMAZING, and the food was pretty good! It’s a great chill date spot in Center City and even if you just want to go for the music, each time I’ve been there it’s been great!

K L

Google
TIME is one of those spots that consistently holds up, whether you’re starting the night or winding it down. It tends to fill up quickly on weekends—especially Fridays and Saturdays—and there’s typically a cover charge, which is in line with what you might expect at most jazz venues (at least the ones I’ve been to). The drinks are solid—based on the few bartenders I’ve ordered from—and the food, while not much to rave over— gets the job done. The live music and mature crowd make this a reliable option when you’re looking for a good time with substance! If you’re into live jazz, decent bites, and want a laid-back but lively evening, TIME is worth checking out.

Misa M

Google
Went here for our anniversary dinner… atmosphere was great… music was amazing! Food was pretty good. Their whipped feta was extremely tasteful! Definitely recommend getting that as an app. Garage parking was expensive. We used the one literally in front of the restaurant .$30 for less than 2 hrs that we were there.

Hollie Price

Google
Time is a lounge that offers a relaxing atmosphere with two different sides to choose from as a guest. This review is about the bar side. On the bar side, you have the live music. We went on a Sunday night; therefore, there was live jazz. There is an automatic $5.00 gratuity added to your bill for the band. They were great! After each selection, they received a round of applause. We ordered Mac 'n Cheese (it's ok), Whipped Flatbread (it's phenomenal), and Shrimp and Grits (it's a hard no). My beverage of choice was a French 75. If you know... you know. Great atmosphere! Diverse crowd! This is a definite "repeat". Time lounge was definitely worthy of my time. SIDENOTE: To the three individuals whom we met on the way inside... thank "yaw"! The friendliness... the warmness... the "vibe" that was exudes was all "love"!

Mackley mac

Google
Time owes me nothing. Beautiful atmosphere! Amazing bartenders! Beautiful hostess. From the live band to the food . Great for girls night . A romantic night with your partner . Feels like a scene from love jones . I love this place ! And the food is delicious!

JM “JMG22” Glass

Google
Live music jam Sunday nights! Had an excellent time listening to a talented house band & local musicians. Worth a visit to Philly, atmosphere & reasonable prices make it a find.

Terry Jones

Google
I had a great time at Time! The bar was crowded, but it was easy to find a table. I ordered a sidecar drink and enjoyed the live music. The kitchen had just closed, so I missed out on food. The bartenders were attentive and made excellent drinks. Time is definitely a reliable spot for a good time, in my opinion.

Michelle Curreri

Google
Follow me on Instagram for more reviews! @hopeless_ramen_tic 📍 Time - Philadelphia, PA ⭐️⭐️ ½ Food: Italian Pulled Pork Sandwich - Expected more flavor. - Decent, just didn’t wow me. - Portion size was solid. Cheese Fries - Fries were perfectly crispy! - Cheese was tasty, but skimpy. An extra side of cheese would’ve been great. Drinks: Billie Jean - Wanted more of that elderflower and strawberry basil punch. - Mostly tasted tequila. - Strong enough to get me tipsy though! - Definitely on the pricey side. I took my friend here for her birthday since she had it on her list. It had a cute vibe, but the live music was way too loud for us to chat comfortably. Also, the tiny high top table wasn’t great, especially with a reservation. Overall, the food was basic, and drinks were overpriced but strong. I’d maybe come back to try the whipped feta or Brussels sprouts, but it’s not on my must-return list anytime soon. Date Visited: 8/23/2024
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Vivian P.

Yelp
Highlights: Easy to book on Resy Live music Shrimp n' grits Cheesy grits Deviled Eggs Crispy Salmon skin served on top of the salmon entree Last but def not the least... Lobster Flatbread!! I'll have another Dirty Martini please!!
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William C.

Yelp
What a cool bar / restaurant / live music venue. TIME has it all. I admit that I haven't had the opportunity to experience all of the outstanding options at TIME but I certainly will be back to follow up. On the first floor they have two separate rooms. When you walk in and to the left is a laid back old school cool jazz bar with a number of 2 and 4 top tables as well as a large C shaped bar with stools around. To the right, is a traditional bar with a bunch high top seating and a large L shaped bar. It there, the music can vary widely. I haven't been upstairs but I'm told that they have an additional venue where more contemporary jazz is offered depending on the band playing. On top of all this, they have a large array of alcohol offerings and some excellent food to boot. I had the Caesar salad with shrimp which was outstanding. I can't wait to go back and sample many other things at TIME. Give them a shot.
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Bid M.

Yelp
I've visited Time on several occasions now and one thing that I can say is the music acts are always STUPENDOUS. Whomever is in charge of booking the bands/acts does a fabulous job! I've never not been wowed by the music playing at Time. In fact it's so good that the music accounts for 2.5 of the three stars I'm giving. (Also the decor and lighting are a plus, and serve the ~vibe~ of the space well.) For the "negatives". The cocktails are sufficient but don't quite live up to the price point, and friendly service is a hit or miss. But, if you're really just coming for the music, this might not matter to you. If you plan on visiting for the Jazz, I highly suggest you reserve a table or get there early as space is VERY limited. So if you're thinking of just coming and seeing live music spur of the moment, be prepared to stand and consistently be in the way of servers and other patrons. Not necessary a negative, just something to be aware of!
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Natasha A.

Yelp
Very cool jazz club downtown, it's really a wine bar with live jazz but it was nice. Reservation highly recommended since it's popular. Good for dates or ladies night. Loved the green beans, best green beans I've ever had. The banana espresso martini was okay.
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Peter H.

Yelp
I stumbled across this place during my visit to Philly, and I was so happy I did! I came with a colleague and we stumbled across Time and a live Jazz fusion band that was really jam'n. Amazing spot to catch some live local music, drinks were good and while it's a small space, we were able to find a space to enjoy.
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Heather M.

Yelp
Amazing venue for live music, dim lighting and great energy around to share the same joy! The musical acts books are always great, and the open mic portion is so creative, and it's enjoyable to see local talent. The bartending staff, and door security is kind and engaging with good customer service! The other side which is a completely different vibe is cool, music is good (touch tunes mainly). The cocktails are great, and they have a nice selection on both the cocktail and food menu! I always recommend Time when anyone comes into town and asks for live music. It's also located in a great walking distance of other local bars and lively establishments. It's recommended to get in early so you can have a good seat (view) at the bar. Check out Time if you're in the area!

Micah L.

Yelp
THEY WILL LEAVE YOUR CARD OUT TO BE STOLEN. The bartender took my card to start a tab, and held onto it instead of giving it back. I thought this was a bit odd but ignored it & continued to order food & drinks. About an hour later the same bartender approached to inform me that my credit card was stolen while under THEIR supervision. Come to find out, the bartender LEFT A STACK OF CREDIT CARDS ON THE BAR TOP, all of which were stolen. A couple next to me had the same thing happen, and there was already $400 put onto his card. & what did Time do to make this situation right? Nothing. Told us we didn't have to pay for what we had ordered (not like we had a card to pay anyways) & denied my request for another round of drinks, horrible customer service. & seriously these bartenders are incompetent, do not trust them with your card.

Nicole L.

Yelp
Went there for date night with my boyfriend, first red flag is that they didn't ID at the door, the bartender keeps your card when we asked to open a tab and than ended up putting every card sitting out on the back bar where there is constant traffic of people. Than next thing you know we are closing out our tab and the bartender told us somebody had come in and took our card and the couple right next to us card as well, and we asked if they could make the situation right by on the house shot or drink and they said no and just sorry that THEY got our card stolen. Unprofessional costumer service, don't recommend. Seriously, how do you let a stack of cards get stolen?
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Catherine B.

Yelp
Was very excited to visit here for a much-needed night of live music! I am a huge jazz fan and was very pleased with the results. Our reservation was for 6pm on Saturday, which unfortunately is the only night they do not have happy hour - will keep that in mind for next time. There was a three-piece band (bass, drums, sax) playing until 9 or 10 with another band after. While there is not a cover at the door, there is a $5/person live music charge added to the bill. I definitely recommend making a reservation, as both the tables and bar filled up pretty quickly (unsurprisingly for a Saturday night!) Thank you to our server, (Mitchell?) who took good care of us. It seemed like he was the only server for the entire seated section; props to him for his work! I was mostly disappointed in the experience because it is a cocktail bar, and we were disappointed in our cocktails orders. I ordered a dry gin martini with a twist, but it was dirty. My friend ordered an espresso martini, but it was clearly not made with real espresso, as it completely lacked any foam (a staple in any espresso martini, as the drink foams when it's shaken). Our second round of different drinks were a bit better, but it definitely put a damper on the evening. Please note that the menu is pretty limited; as someone who doesn't eat seafood, I felt as though nearly all of the appetizer options were completely off the table for me, which was a bit of a bummer. Ended up getting the fried chicken sandwich, which was very good! I would definitely order this again and the seasoned fries were a nice touch. A little peeved that there was a two dollar charge for extra ranch... I could understand fifty cents or maybe let a dollar slide... but two dollars? I know the overhead on that is not nearly comparable... not a fan, Time. Next Time, I'll be back for the jazz, with a different cocktail order and no extra ranch.
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Sandahl T.

Yelp
We came to get some food and drinks on a Monday night. The deviled eggs have lots of flavor. The order had two eggs cut in half. We also got the Mac and cheese which was very cheesy and delicious. Our drinks were standard. The bar wasn't very clean and the bar tender was cleaning anything off. Someone spilled a drink on the chair next to me, and it remained there until another patron came in and had to ask for some napkins to clean it. We went Nextdoor to the music room and enjoyed the band. They had 8 or so people in the band! The crowd was loving it and I didn't want to leave. I'll be back again for some dancing and music.
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Margarita R.

Yelp
I was running around Center City for SIPS when we decided to stop into Time. First thing I noticed is there was live music! The lighting was dim and it was packed, but we were able to get seated right away miraculously. I ordered a burger which was fantastic! The fries it comes with were crispy and delicious. I had a couple of glasses of wine which were also great. My friends also enjoyed their meals. It was a great experience overall. The only thing to keep in mind is that they will charge a fee if there is live music. I wish they would've been upfront about that!
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Morris B.

Yelp
Always a good time at Time! The bar was crowded but surprisingly not too hard getting a table. Ordered a sidecar drink and enjoyed the live music .kitchen had just closed so didn't get any food unfortunately. The bartenders were always attentive and made some darn good drinks. Time is that guaranteed good time spot imo.
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Nyja F.

Yelp
I was looking for a low-key spot with live music and good food to gather in celebration of a friend's bday so made reservations here for a party of 4 (although only 3 were able to make it). We were seated on the "live music" side of the restaurant and the ambiance on this side was really nice - quaint (but seating wasn't overcrowded) and dimly lit. Our waitress, Clarissa, was pleasant, attentive and observant. We ordered the Buffalo Brussel Sprouts and Mini Crab cakes for starters and each of us ordered the Short Rib dish for an entree; for drinks I ordered a Kiss from a Rose and the others in my party ordered a Smooth Criminal (I think). The starters were excellent and the drinks were good. The entree was under whelming but I was hungry so I finished it. Overall my experience was good, perhaps we chose the wrong entree but I would certainly come back. The music was great - I forgot to note that about halfway through our dining experience is when the live music started and the band sounded great; also, the volume of the music was not too loud. When the band wasn't playing recorded music played and that sounded good too and the volume was good. Prices were ok; do take note that the entry fee for listening to the live music is automatically added to your bill.
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Kevin W.

Yelp
Wife and I came here to grab some food and listen to live jazz. Our new favorite spot when in Philadelphia! Food was amazing, the sauce that they use for their muscles is nothing that we have ever had and it was incredible! The service was great, the location is nice except for some of the seats were old with rips and padding showing but still comfortable. Next door they have a whiskey bar that has a menu that has an amazing collection. We came back the next night just to sit at the whiskey bar and have a few varieties of bourbons that the bartender curated for us. The restraint/jazz side and whiskey bar next door has everything you need. A one stop shop of great tastes and great people.
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Keri W.

Yelp
It sure why the reviews are not great as our experience was top notch. We wanted to listen to some jazz so we made a reservation and so glad we did. First off our server was fantastic. She was attentive and nice and was working hard. We felt completely taken care of. If you like whisky this is a great place. We ordered some drinks and some food. Their mussels were the best I have had. They were so different with a chile pepper sauce. Not spicy tho- just full of flavor. We also ordered the calamari which was nice and lightly breaded. The crab cakes were nicely flavored and we got the Mac and cheese to go. Which was very good! The jazz group was great. Again, the food, ambience and service was awesome. The next night we came back to just go to the whiskey bar. Our bartendar was awesome and did an "omakase" style tasting for my husband of some of his favorite brands. This was a great night too!! We will be back when in Philly again.
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Hannah M.

Yelp
Time has easily became one of my favorite spots to enjoy live music and quality craft cocktails at quite an affordable and consistent price. When you arrive you're immediately welcomed by a serene atmosphere of good vibes and sounds to match! I absolutely love the bartender Nick (bald nick) as he would specify, he's so kind and makes the very best drinks! 10/10 experience, please check them out
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Spencer W.

Yelp
Pretty great intimate spot. Reservation for the dining area, after 10 for live music. Bar seating isn't reserved so people come and are dressed up making moves. Also some regulars chilling, enjoying the music Had the corner seat which is honestly the best place -- view of everything and sitting right next to each other. Our neighbor patrons made our night, waitress was chill and non-intrusive. Would come back but do more research on the type of music being played
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Breck J.

Yelp
Seated on Sunday Jazz night party of two, no problem. Service was excellent. Drinks were unique, tried a couple of their Gin drinks. Really well made drinks. Ordered the salmon, and a pasta dish with two sides. Food was far better than I expected and price reasonable. Jazz music was good when they played. Think the musicians walked around and talked more than they played. But still a great experience.
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Katie K.

Yelp
The vibe inside is pretty cool. We went earlier for dinner so it was still pretty chill in there. They were all booked up for the night but we were able to find seating in the bar room. Dim lighting and candles at the tables. Supposedly live music on some nights. The appetizers were flavorful. And I enjoyed my salmon. The drink was very strong. Definitely a sipping drink haha but I liked.
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Linda G.

Yelp
I absolutely love this place. The live music, the ambiance, the food are all so good!
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Joe S.

Yelp
Really enjoyed our early evening meal here. The two jazz guitarists were top notch with perfect volume of music for evening jazz. The bar was cool with some VG mixed drinks. Beer list average. Nice ambiance with some cool local artwork/photos. Our waitress was wonderful. Friendly, engaging and just the right mix of attentive without being too much. The whipped feta app was amazing as our server suggested. The fried calamari was generous and above average. The min crab cakes were avg size but very good - flavorful. The burger cake recommended and was great - juicy with very good accompaniments. Only real negative was the walk to the bathroom and the bathroom itself. You turned a corner and it clearly looked like there have been MANY late night parties in this place over the years.
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Claudette M.

Yelp
My favourite dinner in Philly! Philadelphia was not a pleasant trip in many respects. I visited for my birthday and the traffic and lack of parking kept me from visiting more than a few restaurants I wanted to. Before my Grim Philly tour and right after a torrential downpour, I was lucky enough to secure a parking spot allowing me to dine at Time. I love this place. It was one of my most favourite restaurants I've ever had the pleasure of dining at. The decor was classic and dark, just the way I love it. Dark wood and large timepieces on the walls coupled with vibrant art. A beautiful space. Happy hour was on when I arrived on a Sunday afternoon. I was able to order a delicious vodka cocktail named the Sweetums for $5 each. The drink was stiff and well worth the price. A little sweet and tasty. My server was named on my receipt as dining R. She was exceptional. She made me feel welcome and brought everything to the table (with I believe the chef) in great time. This venue does also offer live music, and since hubby plays in a band, I am a huge supporter of this. I didn't get to see live music this night, but love what they are doing with this. I ordered Seared Scallops......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Carrot purée, crispy pancetta, grilled pineapple, pickled fresno chili, scallion, roasted garlic aioli, watercress (from the menu) Let me just tell you that this was one of the most amazing plates I've EVER ordered at a restaurant. The peppers brought the perfect amount of spice...not overwhelming. And you had the scallops and pineapple to cool it down. There were so many flavour profiles going on in this dish. It was nothing short of astounding. I didn't enjoy Philadelphia in general, but if I ever returned, I would do so to order this dish. I also ordered the Chocolate Pot de Creme for dessert...it was my birthday trip after all. So decadent and delicious. Hats off to the chef because they are excellent...a true tour de force. If you visit Philadelphia, you MUST visit Time. One of my top ten meals of all time.
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M M.

Yelp
Over fried greasy foods in oil that tasted like it's been used 1000 times. Seafood bisque that bloated my stomach and made me sick. Mediocre band. The outdoor area has trash on the same block. The only saving grace was the wait staff. They need to seriously improve their menu by adding homemade quality foods. Never again!
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Cristall G.

Yelp
Time was really cool. I had drinks and listened to the live band. The band was great and the vibe was good. It is definitely a hot spot on a Friday night.
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Eisha K.

Yelp
The bar is crowded and you need a reservation for the music side :(( not sure if ill be back
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Hannah-Grace H.

Yelp
My friend and I have always wanted to come here because we wanted to sit down with a drink and enjoy the live jazz, so we went a couple weeks ago. The jazz and atmosphere was excellent, we truly had the best time in that regard. The drinks however, were not it. I ordered an espresso martini and I really have to say that it was the worst espresso martini I've ever had. They should be fairly dark between the (freshly brewed!!) espresso and the espresso liquor, but this was a very light brown, rather clear drink. Espresso martinis need to have a layer of foam on the top, almost like a Guinness. This one did not have even a few bubbles on top, it was almost like they didn't even shake it. My friend ordered an extra dry martini and ended up with too much vermouth in her drink for it to be called dry. Now, we did order food and got the chicken sandwich, it was lovely. No complaints there, and like I mentioned before, the jazz was excellent. But truly, I've never had such a terrible espresso martini.
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Sultan E.

Yelp
one of my go-to spots in the city for live music and drinks. It has a good scene. i enjoy coming here with my friends for live music, dancing and drinks. great location
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Adrienne T.

Yelp
Time is a timeless gem for live jazz and other similarly-leaning music, and delicious cocktails. I bring out-of-towners here, and the Whiskey Bar (without live music) is a good neighborhood staple for simple drinks and good vibes. For dancing upstairs, they could adjust their sound system, but they generally book reasonable DJs.
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Elizabeth M.

Yelp
My friends and I came here for some light food and drinks and had a great time. We looked for seating on the restaurant side but they were all packed, so we headed over to the bar side and snagged a table. The space is nice and cozy, which was exactly what we were going for on a cold January evening. I didn't get a drink but I did get the Whipped Bulgarian Feta (with roasted golden beet, Grand Marnier cranberry, scallion, and honey-grilled bread). It was super tasty and a decent size portion! I would love to come back when they have live music sometime!
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Miles A.

Yelp
Split into the jazz cafe side and a bar, very nice atmosphere in here whichever you're on. Was able to eat some of their small offerings for happy hour, all great and worth it. The pulled pork sliders are an awesome deal. Also their drinks are amazing and all expertly made with some fancy ingredients. Decently busy place but it's a good vibe inside. Thanks
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Frances B.

Yelp
We came here after dinner because we were walking past it and hear jazz music streaming out the open windows. We couldn't resist. No cover! We found a seat at the bar with a direct view of the band and ordered the Time Signature Old Fashioned. The bartender immediately gave us waters and then prepared the drinks. She scorched the orange peel to draw out the flavor, which was pretty classy. We'd only planned to stay for 1 drink, but after the jazz band finished at 9, we saw another band was starting at 10 so we ordered another round and stayed. Well worth it.
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Louise A.

Yelp
First time visiting and the food, service and ambiance were popping! I ordered the mini crab cakes, calamari and fries and everything was good!My Lemon Drop was also delicious! I'll definitely be returning
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Matthew F.

Yelp
We came strictly for drinks, although some of us got some snacks. We came on New Year's day after the Mummer's Parade and this was a real respite. The jazz music made my day. I thought we had a cool server, and we had beer while listened to some tunes (and a shot before we left). Drinks were good, but really it was the vibe that was memorable.

Lynette G.

Yelp
I was physically assaulted by one of the security and spit on by another...This was not my first time there but my last time because of the overly aggressive security guards and terrible managers that lack customer service and de-escalation skills. I left there feeling traumatized and violated
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Michael J.

Yelp
Amazing energy! We didn't pay to get it around 11:30 on a Wednesday. Drinks were very well made and the staff was very nice! They chilled my coupe glass before serving my drink which was a nice touch even though the drink was not terribly expensive. Pleasant mixture of patrons ranging in age and dress, some sporting Phillies gear while others on a date. Will for sure be returning and looking forward to different live bands!
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Micah R.

Yelp
I absolutely love this place, i visited late sunday night after my anniversary dinner and we were more than pleased. From the atmosphere to the cocktails to the live jazz there's so much to enjoy . I'd absolutely recommend this place and i WILL be back

Maya W.

Yelp
Beautiful spot for date night, the happy hour appetizers were to die for, some of the best braised rib and mashed potatoes I've ever had, the music was lovely, and the service was great. They went out of their way to resolve a weird gift card situation we had. We'll certainly be coming back.

Dewayne T.

Yelp
I been here several times & I have never left there disappointed! The food, the service, the atmosphere & the vibe there were all great!
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M A.

Yelp
Bartender, wait staff - phenomenal! So fun and competent - drinks were amazing. The best part though is the ambience and energy - some local crowd w some visitors. Bands were incredible. My new Thu night spot when I'm in the city
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Sy L.

Yelp
There was live music upon arrival. We were seated without a reservation. The lights were dim and perfect for a date night. Our server was great ! The Caesar salad was enough for two. The linguine pasta was ok. The live music was a plus!
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Matthew R.

Yelp
Expensive but amazing. Strong drinks and the live music was exceptional. Good was legit . Definitely would go back
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Joel Jz Z.

Yelp
Kyre was the leader tonight playing drums, bass, and keyboard. Cory Writhill came up and played saxophone. Really amazing sound and just an intense jazz open night with some great musicians. Cool folks at the bar and service were great. Don't want to pay the cover and hear the music. alternative rooms and bars at Time. Did not eat here. Just drank, but some of the items that came out of the kitchen looked delicious! One set, you are hooked!
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Christopher B.

Yelp
Had a great happy hour in the jazz room of Time. I've been in a couple of the rooms but I tend to have the time in the room with live music. What made the evening great (besides a lot of laughs) was our fun time with the bartender. He made a lot of good suggestions particularly helping build a whiskey flight which can be seen in the photos. A variety of flavors from Japanese whiskey to some home grown stuff. Also got yo try some cocktails with some very interesting Chocolate Whiskey. Much better than I expected especially with some kahlua. Great people and awesome service. Came for a few small plates but we were really interested in the bar. Small plates included the chicken sandwich, Buffalo Brussel sprouts (my favorite), and a burger. Left very satisfied and tipsy.
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Gianna M.

Yelp
Ordered some apps and enjoyed our experience in a dimly lit room with a laidback vibe. The green beans were flavorful but not too spicy, the crab cakes were tasty though I would've liked a bit more than the 2 we got, and the calamari was yummy and generously portioned.
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Brooke N.

Yelp
This is my second time here and it has yet to fail me. Great time listening to music, good drinks and desserts. Staff is great and the artist have been great each time.
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Leighdy M.

Yelp
I've been dining (and performing) at Time for a little over a decade. I love it here... but tonight.. I'm so sad to have to report that I didn't love my meal. Now I have had amazing meals here time and time again lol.. but this was not like one of those times (and I know during covid lockdowns the old chef and owners swapped out so I expected some changes in the food). I came by to check out the rhythm section for the Monday night jam. Upon sitting at the bar I realized it just so happen to be restaurant week. I was elated as I have never intentionally made it to restaurant week since I always worked them myself as a server in the city. Anyway the place is great, service great, everything great, but the food.. ..the fries were amazing as always, as were the green beans but the Bibb salad was dripping with oil that splashed all over as I tried to enjoy it (I could literally ring it out like a rag) and the leaves were very soft and mushy. I wanted to send it back except I was rather hungry when I arrived (hence why I got fries) and I really hate to complain when a restaurant messes up since I've worked in many so I understand, shit happens. Until I got to the third course... smh . The squash pasta dish was not very flavorful so I sent it back and tried the shrimp and grits. To my disappointment, they were equally unenjoyable but this time there was too much "flavor" and the shrimp were over cooked . I found myself chewing on lots of crushed pepper flakes and my tongue was rather tingly and hot which got in the way of my ability to taste and enjoy the dessert which just so happened to come to me before I was halfway done with my entree. My server/bartender apologized for the early fire for my final dish (not sure who's mistake that was specially since I sent my 3rd course back) but by the time I finished my heavily seasoned grits, my ice cream had melted completely on my super mini dessert (I guess it's the four course prefix "size" but it's too small. Cut it bigger ) . Sooooo I ended up simply ordering a full sized bread pudding dessert (which was the best thing I chose from the prefix menu) and another order of fries since my entree and salad were pretty wack and unfulfilling. Now I have sold many prefixed meals in my day and yes the size does go down depending on the establishment and the amount of courses but the portion sizes on these items were really a joke. Like two or three bites for the green beans, the salad, shrimp and dessert. For $40 ($10 per dish) I would have expected a little bit more. Specially since the desert is normally priced at $10. I would have at least expected a full sized dessert. But again, every restaurant does it their own way which I completely understand.
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Rebecca K.

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Time has been our list for a while, and after my husband's work trip to New Orleans, he had the jazz bug so this was the perfect place to celebrate his birthday! We made reservations for a Saturday night for the cocktail bar so we could enjoy the peak jazz and nightly ambience. We were glad there were no issues with res and many spots available! The space is pretty cool - lots of speakeasy vibes which makes for a fun environment. The seating was a bit more scarce than expected but still spacious enough to space out. We were seated in the back of the restaurant, which was nice to be a little bit more removed from the music but unfortunately we were right by the kitchen, so we had a lot of employee traffic by our table. No big deal, though! Even being so far from the music, it was still quite loud but as relatively young people, we were expecting this and didn't overly mind, although it was sometimes hard to hold conversation. It all added to the ambience, though! Since we were at the cocktail bar, we started off with some drinks for the night. I started with the stardust, and my husband with the sazerac. The stardust was so refreshing - after getting over all the ice and the largeness of the glass, I loved the mix of the sour lemon and grapefruit with the sweet champagne. A nice drink! My husband loved his sazerac and was taken back to his time in New Orleans! We wound up getting second rounds since we were so much enjoying their menu. My second was the foe-hammer, and his was the black Manhattan. Compared to the stardust, the foe-hammer was presented in the cocktail vibe I'm more familiar with (lol, not as much ice). This one was far sweeter than the first, so I'm glad I had this as my "dessert" drink. The lime and pomegranate raspberry balanced each other out and the mint was the perfect finish. My husband really enjoyed his Manhattan - with the amaro and walnut liqueur, it was unlike anything any other Manhattan he's had before. Well done! For food, we just shared a few small plates, opting for the spicy blistered green beans, the fried calamari, and the whipped Bulgarian feta. The green beans were fine - nothing too special and not overly exciting. I did like the Asian take on the dish with the ginger and soy, but nothing to write home about. The fried calamari was also pretty standard fare, although the Calabrian chili garlic aioli was a unique dipping sauce to pair with, so we enjoyed that. The favorite dish by far though was the whipped feta - with beets, berries, and mint, we loved the inclusion of fruits and veggies with this creamy cheese! Only downside was the few pita slices plated for the amount of cheese we had, but our server was kind enough to provide us extra. These few dishes with our drinks made for a good cocktail-esque meal! Overall, we enjoyed our night at Time! The live jazz made for an awesome ambience, and while loud at times, we loved being submerged in this environment. The drinks were the standout on the menu, and I would definitely recommend the foe-hammer to any guest. The food was relatively standard in comparison, but I would totally get the whipped feta again. Would recommend Time to anyone looking for a jazz date night paired with some great cocktails!
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Eunice I.

Yelp
More so, reviewing the black female band Black Canvas Philly that performed here last weekend (10/15/22). They set the vibe for the night and were so talented and engaging. Even people from outside the window were listening in, and singing along. I would love to come back again to see them perform!

Tavone B.

Yelp
First time visiting was yesterday New Year's Eve i made a reservation and sat at my table from 9pm until the ball dropped , food was good service was good and they didn't rush us out , i will try and go again outside of a holiday !