village whiskey

i had promised linda that i would take her to village whiskey to have a foie gras burger for her birthday, which was during easter weekend.

the fries with short rib and cheddar are a meal in itself. awesome. the burger was great, juicy and tasty. service wasn't that friendly but the manager was very accomodating when my wife's order didn't come out correctly. overall good rating.

bliss. i waited an hour and a half to get a table and it was well worth it. we hung out across the street at the gelato place (sooo good) and had dessert before dinner. we're adults and we are allowed.

we ate burgers with trimmings like fried egg and maple glazed smoked bacon... appetized on spicy popcorn shrimp. added cheese sauce to our duck fat french fries (oh yes) and listened to sinatra, glenn miller, big band music that used to play on my grandparents favorite am stations... it was a great time. the food, the ambience, the service. top notch. worth the wait.

a very expensive lunch well worth it. although minature, the cocktails are delicious. burgers and duck fat fries are absolutely delicious. the giant chocolate chip cookie and ice cream was really lovely too. our server liam was really sweet & friendly. our food did take quite a while but was well worth the wait.

just happened to wander by tuesday and was very glad i sucked in out of the rain. after a day like that, a manhattan was most definitely in order.

the place is warm and welcoming, the bar staff awesome. manhattan was spot on and most needed.

the burger was awesome. and who could say no to duck fat fries? will most definitely go again and recommend you do the same!

amada, distrito, rosa blanca, bar volver, buena onda, the blue anchor, phs pop up garden, jg domestic, tinto, and village whiskey. born in chicago to ecuadorian parents, iron chef jose garces is a major part of philadelphia cuisine. he owns seven restaurants in philadelphia including tinto, chifa, amada, jg domestic, garces trading company, distrito, and of course, village whiskey. the gf and i have been to the last five of the list - each with its own distinct flavors.village whiskey is an american-style tavern that offers great food without any pretense and offers over six dozen of its namesake libations including double-barrel bourbons, 21-year rye, and a 25-year single malt. they offer whiskey flights as well. but as usual - the gf and i were here to partake in some of the food ...

really good casual vibe. went here for a work lunch break and it was a real treat! i got the pulled pork burger and my dad got the original beef. really good feed and good service! like the interior too!

born in chicago to ecuadorian parents, iron chef jose garces is a major part of philadelphia cuisine. he owns seven restaurants in philadelphia including tinto, chifa, amada, jg domestic, garces trading company, distrito, and of course, village whiskey. the gf and i have been to the last five of the list - each with its own distinct flavors.village whiskey is an american-style tavern that offers great food without any pretense and offers over six dozen of its namesake libations including double-barrel bourbons, 21-year rye, and a 25-year single malt. they offer whiskey flights as well. but as usual - the gf and i were here to partake in some of the food ...

village burger ($11), jasper hill cheddar ($3.50)
8 oz. burger, sesame roll, tomato, boston bibb lettuce, house-made thousand island

i went with the village burger - cooked to a perfect medium, with jasper hill cheddar. the aged cheddar imparted a sweet caramel and nutty flavor to the burger, though there wasn't enough of it to leave a lasting impression. the half pound patty of beef was perfectly seasoned and melded together nicely with the house-made thousand island dressing. the buttered sesame roll held the entire burger together nicely.

if you're interested in indulging even further? try the whiskey king - it comes maple bourbon glazed cipollini onions, blue cheese, applewood bacon, and wait for it ... foie gras! pure decadence and perhaps over the top - but something i can see myself trying in the future. fyi though - you're talking about a $26 price tag.

chicken sandwich ($10)
long hots peppers, mushrooms, sharp provolone

the gf's chicken sandwich was perfectly juicy and well seasoned. the provolone added the necessary sharp notes to awaken what can easily be a simple dish. the mushrooms imparted an earthiness to the dish which was contrasted nicely with the long hots peppers. this sandwich came with huge potato crisps which were light and airy.

short rib & cheddar fries ($12)

but the real reason we were here (or at least i was)? the duck fat french fries with cheddar sauce and short ribs. this came served in a cast-iron skillet and was purely decadent. the duck fat added extra richness to the fries, which were thick-cut. while they weren't as crisp as i had wanted them to be,  the cheese sauce drenched the fries nicely and with the added element of rich short ribs - this is a must-have dish.

overall - if you want a taste of an iron chef - check out village whiskey. their cocktails are great and their whiskey is aplenty. and of course, the food is great for a reasonable price. located in rittenhouse square - iron chef jose garces' tavern is a great destination for a working lunch or a lazy afternoon. and they recently opened up a new outpost at the revel casino in atlantic city - i think it's safe to say that great food has reached the jersey shore as well.

came to this place for the hundredth time for some pre-dinner drinks and a snack, and as always, i was not disappointed. tonight we opted for the short rib cheese fries which are just heavenly along with some whiskey, of course. i have also had the kentucky hot brown here, as well as the burger, tater tots, and deviled eggs. you pretty much can't go wrong with a meal here. note: it is small, and they don't take reservations, and it fills up fast, so come early if you can. don't expect to show up at 7 and get a table right away, or even a spot at the bar, because you won't.

service is great, but the menu is a little limited. village whiskey is a place to cross off my bucket list, but not my favorite or go to spot.

cocktails are so good! started off with an old fashioned and after adding a little extra sweetness, it was perfect. got the tater tots, the short rib and cheddar fries (don't come here without ordering these) and a burger. excellent!

village whiskey aims to be another artisan-style lounge with a speakeasy vibe.  it's not my favorite in the city, but it's not bad either.  they're known for their burgers and manhattans, which are one of the main reasons that people visit the place.  they have a decent selection of whiskey with a price tag to fit the atmosphere.  the seating is rather cramped, and though they have room for larger parties, it can get uncomfortable.  still, the bartenders are very attentive and can recommend the perfect cocktail or shot that fits your mood.

village whiskey is the fifth in iron chef jose garces ‘ growing restaurant empire in philadelphia, pennsylvania. opened in 2009, right next door to his highly successful tapas bar tinto on 20th street, village whiskey has been drawing huge crowds ever since.

cool place. old school bar feeling...
great burgers and lobster/mac&cheese.
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love, love, love. great bar and food. must have the duck fat fries and whatever is pickled on your visit....can't say enough.