Old City Eats Block Party
Old City District showcases its thriving dining scene to kick off the summer season.
Kick Off Summer with the Old City Eats Block Party
Old City's signature summer kickoff event, the Old City Eats Block Party, returns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 5-9 p.m.! The historic 2nd Street corridor between Market and Chestnut Streets will once again transform into an open-air celebration of Old City's vibrant and diverse dining scene. New this year, Old City Eats expands its footprint to include the 100 block of Chestnut Street, bringing the block party experience beyond 2nd Street for the first time and offering even more of Old City's culinary corridor for guests to explore.
The popular, one-night-only block party marks the official start of summer in one of Philadelphia's most iconic culinary destinations, featuring specialty dishes, signature cocktails, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun in a dining al fresco atmosphere — all as the city gears up for one of the most celebrated summers in its history.
Check out the list of participating businesses below. Whether they're located on 2nd Street or hosting an al fresco pop-up, stop by and enjoy what they have to offer! Check back for updated specials.
Old City Eats Block Party Participant List*
48 Record Bar
https://www.48recordbar.com
Almanac
215-238-5757
https://www.almanacphilly.com
Brownie’s Irish Pub
215-238-1222
Food: Full menu is available
Drinks: Havana Cooler with Bacardi Pineapple Rum, fresh mint leaves and Goslings ginger beer
Buena Vista
445-223-2049
https://www.buenavistamex.com
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
215-627-0666
https://www.cubalibrerestaurant.com/en/philadelphia
Food:
- Chicken De La Casa empanada with aji amarillo sauce: 1 for $7 and 2 for $12
- Wild Mushroom Picadillo Empanada with Truffle Sofrito Dip (Vegan): 1 for $7 and 2 for $12
Drinks:
- Tropical Coconut Rum Punch: In fresh coconut $15 / Regular cup $12 / Refill in coconut $10
- Classic Mojito: In fresh coconut $15 / Regular cup $12 / Refill in coconut $10
- Dark rum floater option for drinks: $3
- Miller Lite bottle: $7
- Corona bottle: $8
- Non-alcoholic drinks:
- NOjito (classic flavor): In fresh coconut $9 / Regular cup $6 / Refill in coconut $4
- Fresh Coconut water: In fresh coconut $9 / Regular cup $6 / Refill in coconut $4
- Bottled water: $4
Stop by to enjoy entertainment from DJ B3BOt. Salsa dancers from Temple University's Esencia Latina Dance Team will perform at 6:30pm and 7:30pm followed by group salsa lessons right outside of Cuba Libre. They'll also have a prize wheel going all night - every spin wins!
Glory Beer Bar & Kitchen
267-687-7878
https://www.gloryphilly.com
Han Dynasty
215-922-1888
https://www.handynasty.net/location/han-dynasty-old-city
Khyber Pass Pub
215-238-5888
https://www.khyberpasspub.com
Food:
- Beignets
- Pulled pork sliders
- Vegan onion dip with Zapps chips
Drinks:
- Paloma - 14$
- Lavender Lemonade - 15$
- Beer
Stop by for live entertainment and music!
Mei Mei
215-608-8405
Nick’s Bar & Grille
215-928-9411
The Plough & the Stars
215-733-0300
https://ploughstars.com
Positano Coast
215-238-0499
https://www.positanocoast.net
Food: Tuna Tartare - Raw Tuna, Jalapeno, Cilantro, Soy, Onion, Tortilla Chips
Drinks: Patron "Process" - Patron Tequila, ST-Germain, Hibiscus Syrup & Lemon, Prosecco
Royal Boucherie
267-606-6313
https://www.royalboucherie.com
Sassafras
215-925-2317
https://www.sassafrasbar.com
Food: Sassafras's full menu will be available during the event.
Drinks:
- Coconut Mojito: a light carbonated highball with flavors of fresh mint, fresh lime juice, and Bacardi coconut Rum - $11
- Hugo Spritz: a refreshing champagne cocktail with flavors of St. Germain elderflower Liqueur, fresh mint leaf with house made mint bitters - $12
Stop by for music from a live jazz trio!
Vista Peru
215-398-5046
https://www.vistaperuphilly.com
*Please note: featured restaurants and specials are subject to change
