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An Intimate and Sophisticated Standout Among Bars in Center City, Philadelphia

Welcome to the Library Bar

Tucked away in the elegance of The Rittenhouse, this gem among bars in Center City Philadelphia is a haven from the city streets as a place to meet, converse and celebrate. For friends old and new, colleagues and peers, family and friends the Library Bar is among the best hotel bars in Philadelphia's Center City. Enjoy this exquisitely designed refuge to escape from the rigors of the day. With an exceptional selection of craft cocktails, beers, wines and the very best rare spirits, all served by our dedicated bartenders, our Philadelphia cocktail bar is a playground for the palate. Whatever you might wish to enjoy, rest assured that it is our privilege to serve you. Visit our gem among bars in Center City, Philadelphia today.

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Join us for live music performances on Friday and Saturday nights between 9:30 pm-12:00 am.

Library Bar – September 2025 Performers

Join us for live music performances on Friday and Saturday nights between 9:30 pm–12:00 am.

  • Friday, September 5: Vance Camisa Jazz Trio (Jazz Piano / Guitar / Bass)
  • Saturday, September 6: Dave Mattock (Jazz Piano)
  • Friday, September 12: Jonathan Daddis (Jazz Piano)
  • Saturday, September 13: Sharon Sable Duo (Jazz Vocal / Guitar)
  • Friday, September 19: Aaron Parnell Brown Jazz Duo (Jazz Piano / Vocal)
  • Saturday, September 20: Sharon Sable Duo (Jazz Vocal / Guitar)
  • Friday, September 26: Brennen Ernst (Jazz Piano)
  • Saturday, September 27: Cecilia Ferneborg Duo (Jazz Vocal / Piano)

Hours of Operation

Sunday-Thursday - 5:00 pm-11:00 pm
Friday-Saturday - 4:00 pm-12:00 am

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