Race Street Cafe

Little small dive bar feel inside but the food is top grade. Packed with flavor and love. We sat at the bar which seats maybe 10 people so very small. Few tables inside as well and if you're lucky enough you can sit next to the fireplace on a cold afternoon.The brisket sandwich was juicy and the bun was toasty to keep it together. The dipping sauce on the side was very good and shoestring fries were an easy 8.7Chicken sandwich didn't disappoint as well. My girlfriend doesn't like the buffalo sauce so she got chipotle mayo on the side to put on. Sweet potato fries were salty and crispy. Wait staff was kind along with the bartender and cooks. Very nice people.

Definitely a fun place to find yourself! Parking is rough, so I would suggest parking on Columbus. It's paid, but it's cheap. Like six bucks for almost 4 hours.The inside is definitely more bar looking than café. The food was excellent. I always sleep on a basic burger, but I regretted that today ha ha. The race Street burger is simple, but done so well. Delicious, toasted brioche bun with a massive. Mmm.I got the brisket and the twice baked potato accompaniment was fantastic. It could've been its own appetizer. Beer is great, service is chill. Definitely cool.

Went here for lunch during the week on an off day because my neighbor recommended! The service was attentive and quick - the restaurant wasn't completely full but it was pretty busy. Food came out pretty quickly as well. I'm a plain Jane so I went with the quesadillas a little too much chicken for my liking but flavor profile was great and it reheated well when I took home what I couldn't eat. Sour cream was extra but guacamole was included. My boyfriend got the brisket sandwich. He raved that the fries were cooked perfectly and well seasoned. The brisket he like the texture and the temp the meat was cooked with but said Brisket was a little too sweet - but the sauce on top was not to sweet and helped. His also reheated well for leftovers - and you definitely can't say that about just any sandwich! We checked out on a QR code which made it really speedy!

Race Street is the best!! It's the perfect place for a night cap or brunch. The servers are incredible, so warm and attentive! I love stopping in when I'm in the neighborhood and chatting with the bartenders or sitting at one of the tables by the big windows in the summertime! Such a great summer spot for drinks and getting together with a group!!

Absolutely love this place. Wonderful hidden gem in Olde City, tucked away at the end of - you guessed it - Race Street, practically under the bridge. I don't live in Philly but it's one of my go to places when I'm in the city because it never disappoints. It's a gorgeous small space with dark wood everywhere that adds to the atmosphere. There's also a wood burning stove (real or gas, not sure) that was a welcome sight after stumbling in from walking in 28 degree weather. Came here for dinner last night with my girlfriend. Every table was filled so it was a nice atmosphere, but it wasn't super loud or crazy. We each had a beer from the excellent list of draft beers, and she got the brisket sandwich while I got the meatloaf sandwich. They came out quickly and we loved them both. We will be back!

Pleasantly surprised by the charm, prices, and food. I passed by this place so many times, and for some reason never stepped in. Should have come sooner. Simple and inviting ambiance, good food, and very reasonably prices! My husband and I came in for an unplanned brunch and were shocked at how great our experience was and how sad that we didn't come sooner! Would come back!

Interesting menu, friendly, knowledgable bartender, great service (even on a busy Friday evening), large beer selection and cozy ambiance. I liked it so much I went back for lunch the next day.

The people who work here are perhaps some of the best in Philly. This bar is quaint and always provides just what I'm looking for. They have a good wine selection for what appears to be a beer centric joint. The price point here is phenomenal for city living. I am a frequent and repeat customer. Keep on crushing it

Went on a Friday night on the weekend of the Broad St 10 mile.Very busy but we got a table in 5 Min. Service was ok for a busy time, very dark in the whole area.Beer choices were ok,We had burger and pulled pork both were good.

Great people and service. Wish I was a local, but I was just doing a Philly bar crawl.