Hop Sing Laundromat
Bar · Chinatown ·
Meticulously crafted cocktails in a swanky, rule-enforcing speakeasy
Meticulously crafted cocktails in a swanky, rule-enforcing speakeasy
"Hop Sing Laundromat’s air of mystery enhances its allure — and the outstanding drinks don’t hurt, either. The hidden Chinatown cocktail bar features a strict set of rules enforced by owner and proprietor Lê. Dressing inappropriately or taking photos inside might get you added to the bar’s banned list. And no one wants to be banned from a spot named by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the 30 greatest bars in the world." - Annemarie Dooling
"Dress code, no phone usage, and more are rules to abide by at this intimate speakeasy located at an unassuming location in the heart of Chinatown. With a menu of rotating cocktails, some of which are Asian-influenced, Hop Sing Laundromat is a great spot to stop by for a round of drinks before you grab dinner at one of the many delicious and quality spots nearby. Walk-ins only." - George Banks-Weston
"Hop Sing in Chinatown is one of the coolest bars in Philly, and it makes its own rules—no phone usage, and don’t be an asshole. The walls are covered in velvety red wallpaper and there are old candelabras on every table that look like they’re about to come to life, a la Beauty And The Beast. It’s not a place to head to with a large group—it’s more of a pick-your-date’s-brain kind of bar where you can have beautifully mixed drinks with Vietnamese coffee and flower-infused gin. The cash-only spot gets busy late at night, so stopping by around 5pm is probably your best bet if you want a seat at a table." - candis mclean
"Hop Sing in Chinatown is one of the coolest bars in Philly, and it makes its own rules—no phone usage, and don’t be an asshole. The walls are covered in velvety red wallpaper and there are old candelabras on every table that look like they’re about to come to life, a la Beauty And The Beast. It’s not a place to head to with a large group—it’s more of a pick-your-date’s-brain kind of bar where you can have beautifully mixed drinks with Vietnamese coffee and flower-infused gin. The cash-only spot gets busy late at night, so stopping by around 5pm is probably your best bet if you want a seat at a table." - Candis R. McLean
"Tucked in Chinatown behind an unmarked entrance, this bar is known for making some of the very best cocktails in the city on Fridays and Saturdays—though entry depends on getting past the whims of the owner." - Ernest Owens