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.
Join us for live music performances on Friday and Saturday nights between 9:30 pm-12:00 am.
Library Bar – January 2026 Performers:
- Friday, January 2: Brennen Ernst (Jazz Piano)
- Saturday, January 3: Keith Chasin Duo (Piano / Saxophone)
- Friday, January 9: Ian Brick (Jazz Guitar)
- Saturday, January 10: Sharon Sable Duo (Jazz Vocal / Guitar)
- Friday, January 16: Aaron Parnell Brown Jazz Duo (Jazz Piano / Vocal)
- Saturday, January 17: Cecilia Ferneborg Duo (Jazz Vocal / Piano)
- Friday, January 23: Vance Camisa Jazz Trio (Jazz Piano / Guitar / Bass)
- Saturday, January 24: Avi Wisnia (Piano / Vocal)
- Friday, January 30: Jonathan Daddis (Jazz Piano)
- Saturday, January 31: Keith Chasin (Jazz Piano)
Hours of Operation
Sunday–Thursday: 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Friday–Saturday: 4:00 pm–12:00 am