The Library Bar – American
This sophisticated retreat invites guests to sink into plush seating surrounded by the quiet elegance of leather-bound volumes and the warm, amber glow of candlelight. Expertly crafted cocktails like the zesty Hemingway Daiquiri and the botanical Darling Daisy are served with artistic precision, transforming classic mixology into a refined sensory journey. It is a timeless sanctuary where the rhythmic stir of crystal glassware and the complex notes of a spirit-forward Old Fashioned allow the outside world to simply fade away.
210 West Rittenhouse Square https://rittenhousehotel.com/dining/librarybarRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: low-carb, vegetarian, high-protein, keto, vegan, dairy-free, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, atkins, low-cholesterol, zone, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, aip, carnivore, renal, slow-carb, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 12:30 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the well-seasoned steak that is consistently cooked to perfection, highlighting it as a standout dish for its exceptional flavor. Guests frequently praise the polite and attentive service alongside a pleasant ambiance that makes for a welcoming dining experience. Celebrated for its reasonable pricing and high-quality menu, the establishment is often recommended by reviewers for its consistent quality and inviting atmosphere.
Menu
Cocktails
- Hemingway Daiquiri - $18: white rum, maraschino, fresh lime, grapefruit
- Tom Collins - $18: gin, fresh lemon, simple, soda
- Kir Royale - $18: sparkling wine, chambord Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- CioCiaro Spritz - $18: amaro ciociaro, sparkling wine, soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Old Fashioned - $20: maker's Mark, luxardo, bitters, cherry, smoked tableside
- The RH - $20: rittenhouse rye, egg white, lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- The Perfect Square - $20: knob creek, licor 43, bitters, cherry, smoked tableside Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tommy's Margarita - $20: tequila ocho plata, fresh lime, agave
- Darling Daisy - $22: rum, cachaça, pear simple, lime, pineapple Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Atkins, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- The Gold Hatter - $22: rittenhouse rye, yola mezcal, yellow chartreuse, juliette peach liqueur Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Sip & Guzzle - $22: nolet’s gin, aperol, lemon, simple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Glitz & Glamour - $22: laird’s applejack, strawberry simple, lime, pineapple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Starry Nights - $22: hennessy, yellow chartreuse, lemon, limoncello Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- The Big Roar - $22: coffee-infused toki whiskey, pandan matcha syrup, yuzu, lisbon lemon, egg white Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Owl Eyes - $22: clarified milk punch, belvedere vodka, mountain berry simple, lemon, strawberry-cream cheese foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- The Gatsby - $25: maker’s mark select rittenhouse barrel, lemon, yellow chartreuse, gold flakes Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Small Plates
- Beef Tartare Toast - $24: bone marrow, chive, toasted sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $26: cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Onion Soup - $18: sourdough croutons, gruyere Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters (1/2 Dozen) - $24: savory citrus & thai chilie mignonette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters (Dozen) - $48: savory citrus & thai chilie mignonette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ramp Caesar Salad - $19: romaine, boquerones, crouton, parmesan, traditional dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Shareables
- Artisanal Cheese or Charcuterie Board - $28: seasonal accompaniments, house pickles, mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Rittenhouse Cheesesteak - $28: marinated ribeye, roasted peppers, onions, gruyere, pommes frites Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bone Marrow Burger - $26: caramelized onion, aged comte cheese, aioli, brioche, pommes frites Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Club - $22: shaved turkey, bacon, tarragon mayonnaise Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lacroix Steak Frites - $52: dry aged NY strip, pommes frites, sauce au poivre, frisee, truffle aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi Parisian - $32: button chantarelles, pearl onion, poultry jus Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Banana Crème Brulee - $14: earl grey, lavender Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fresh Baked Cookies - $12: chocolate chip, triple chocolate, oatmeal raisin, Biscoff snickerdoodle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Mousse Cake - $15: chocolate cremeux Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vanilla Bean Rice Pudding - $14: sea buckthorn, koji Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- The Gold Rush (Non-Alcoholic) - $14: pear purée, ginger beer, fresh lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Today is the Day (Non-Alcoholic) - $14: pandan matcha syrup, oat milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Troegs Perpetual IPA - $9: Hershey, PA, 12 oz. 7.5% abv
- Victory Prima Pils - $9: Downingtown, PA, 12 oz. 5.3% abv Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Yuengling Traditional Lager - $8: Pottsville, PA, 12 oz. 4.4% abv Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Yards Philadelphia Pale Ale - $9: Philadelphia, PA, 12 oz. 4.6% abv Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Allagash White Witbier - $10: Portland, ME, 12 oz. 5.10% abv Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Amstel Light - $9: Amsterdam, Netherlands, 12 oz. 3.5% abv
- Heineken 0.0 - $8: Amsterdam, Netherlands, 12 oz. 0.0% abv
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