Writer's Block Rehab

Incredible vibe, TRULY amazing cocktails, and a one of a kind guide to the experience in Mike, who was the best Bartender I have frankly ever had serve me. Despite living on the other side of the city, me and my partner are planning on making this a regular haunt because of his incredible knowledge of spirits, and incredibly welcoming attitude.Couldn't recommend this bar, and Mike, more highly.

My girlfriend and I came here for drinks as we're both booklovers and figured it would be a vibe. Can you believe the books are fake?! It's literally just a wall sized poster of library books but not the actual books. I felt it was misleading.I don't know if "disappointed" is the right word to use, but I was extremely disappointed. The drinks also weren't great so I don't recommend those either. There's no food served here so can't comment on that. The staff was very lovely though and I do think that some people might like their cocktails, we just didn't. I definitely won't be back.

I was expecting this place to be really cool and it did fall a little short of my expectations! This is one of those places I always saw on TikTok and wanted to try. I ordered their espresso martini and then my friends and I shared a couple of the flatbreads (I believe one was a spicy arrabbiata kind and the other was a mushroom truffle one) and some hummus. Drinks were a little strong; The flatbreads were actually really tasty (the arrabbiata one IS actually a little spicy which I loved) and the hummus was nothing special. Where this place fell a little flat for me was the ambiance. The book style menus were actually really cute but the inside decor in my opinion is a little tacky. It's mostly just wallpaper, granted the space is so small they can't fit much else. The lighting was a little too bright for the theme. The globes hanging from the ceiling were probably the best part of the decor. Overall not a bad place but I definitely think it was overhyped on social media!

I thought this place would be nicer. We walked in soon after opening. There's two bars, one downstairs and one in the loft in the upstairs area. When we went, only the downstairs bar was available. The bartender was seemingly very knowledgeable with his drinks and alcohol, and there was only him serving everyone, so it might take a bit to get your drinks. Going upstairs to sit, I was disappointed that the 'library' was just wallpaper. It would be nice if there were more books. Everything was a bit run down, from the chairs to the tables. And a little lackluster with the drinks. I really didn't like that they already tack on a 20% tip, but then also offer tip suggestions on the bottom of the receipt.

What a great find! This cocktail bar has some great creative cocktails in such a relaxing and beautiful place! The bar tender was very knowledgeable and even made us custom drinks based on what we described we liked in a cocktail!

I spied with my little eyes Writer's Block Rehab on my way to see a show at the Proscenium Theater at the Drake. Odd place to put a put bar next to a seemingly vacant lot. Of course I had to check it out! I discovered a cozy, book themed cocktail lounge with a great vibe. We were immediately greeted by the bartender who handed us a cleaver menu with cocktails related to books. I totally dug the atmosphere and was hooked! I highly recommend.

Would've loved to have reviewed their actual product lol. Showed up Friday at 6 o'clock and the police was dark. No sign no indication on the website or anywhere else that it was closed. Tried to call the number - disconnected. Have we lost another craft cocktail establishment? If not, then shame on them for not posting a temp closure.

My goodness this place is the definition of cozy and cute! Tried to come here on a Saturday and night but they were at capacity. I'd say there's only enough room for about 40-50 ppl in here. Came back on a random Wednesday night and got in tho.The preference here is to order your drinks and go upstairs so they and fill the place out top then to bottom. That's fair. Service was very quick and the drinks were very good. I ordered something called the Almost Nightcap which was coffee flavored with other things i couldn't recall because I was on drink number 4 by then. We ordered potato chips with drinks which was a random combo but the VIBE here was everything. Everything is book themed. What else could you ask for?

Based on the reviews and photos, I had this on my "Philly bucket list" and was excited to take my parents for a post-dinner cocktail here during their visit. The whole experience left me a little cold - atmosphere, cocktails, and service all squarely "just okay." Ambiance-wise, I found Writer's Block to be a little more gimmick than anything else. I LOVE the globe lighting fixture on the second floor but I was confused about how the wallpaper and book-themed menu played into the rest of the experience. I was hoping this might be a "creative's hub" of sorts where one could come and comfortably curl up with a book or journal, but that is not really the vibe at all. I solo travel and solo explore quite a bit and this would not be a place I'd return to, even to saddle up at the bar. Figuring out what to do upon walking in the door was also bizarre given how cramped the space is. Do I head upstairs? Over to the bar? Wait here? From there I found my aperol spritz to be good (hard to screw with a spritz tho, let's be real) and both of my parents cocktails to be okay, balance and creativity-wise. Serve staff did seem fairly miserable to be there across the board and I can't really blame them - lots of hauling up and down stairs and I am sure a wide range of folks coming through the (cramped) door. I guess I just wish there was a little more definition and thoughtfulness put into the "theme" - something I think one could almost get away with if the cocktail program had been phenomenal. Overall a fine experience if you're looking for a drink in a moody environment, but not a place I am apt to return to soon.

Cute cocktail bar tucked away in an alley-- perfect for a date night, small happy hour, a casual hang with a friend. The aesthetic is fantastic, with menus in various books, and incredible decor all around. Most of the seating is upstairs, so note that you get your drinks downstairs and then do have to climb up a flight. We got a variety of cocktails and mocktails. My personal favorite was the bright pink "Come on Barbie" drink with dragon fruit and coconut water (super tropical). Really enjoyed this spot!