University of Pennsylvania
- Nightlife

Evolution

Evolution attracts a more mature crowd that most Delaware Avenue clubs. The 3:20 a.m. closing time keeps the nightlife going long after the other bars and clubs end their nights.

Shampoo

Dance to hip-hop, classic house, and techno on Shampoo’s three dance floors, and drink up at one, or all, of it’s five bars. You only have to be 17 to get in on Sundays, although the club is open Thursday–Sunday for 21-year-olds.

Transit Nightclub

An old bank-turned-nightclub, Transit has a party vibe to liven up any Philly night, with different sounds pounding different areas of the dance floor. Transit sometimes hosts theme nights like Goth Night.

Envy

Envy boasts “1 club, 2 DJs, 3 levels, 4 dance floors, 5 bars, and 6 rooms.” This one club can be the hotspot for people looking to add some variety to their nights of drinking and dancing.

Brasil’s

This club plays Brazilian, Latin, and Caribbean dance music. Discounted cover prices if you eat downstairs. Specials: Wednesday – Latin Night with dance lesson ($5) from 9 p.m.-10 p.m., Fridays – Latin night from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. ($10), Saturdays – International Night with different bands, Latin-Brazilian-Caribbean, ($10) from 10 p.m.-2 a.m.

Egypt

On college nights at Egypt, discounted admission is granted to students with a student ID ages 17 and up, 21 to drink. Music is dance, house, and hip hop. Dress code is normal club attire, no athletic clothes or work clothes allowed. Specials: Drink specials

The Eighth Floor

This club is a touch nicer than your run-of-the-mill college dance club. The $7-$10 cover change gives you access to a more adult-oriented dance atmosphere, with beautiful views of the Ben Franklin Bridge.

The Rotunda

Stop by the Rotunda for a drink and some great live music. Local bands play here often, so you may end up going to support a friend or, if you’re any good, playing there yourself. Specials: Live music

New Deck Tavern

Considered by some to be the best bar in University City, New Deck Tavern continues to draw a large portion of its crowd from Penn’s student body. Specials: Karaoke, Quizo

Woody’s Bar

Rated the ‘Best Gay Neighborhood Bar” by city search, Woody’s is a great place to dance away the night to top 40s dance in Center City. Specials: Lounge and cyber bar

Smokey Joe’s

Penn students and faculty make up the bulk of this bar’s clientele. Affectionately called “Smoke’s,” bar-going students flock here for a drink and an active social scene. It was rated “best college bar” by City Search in 2001. Specials: A “Pennstitution,” there are pictures of Penn athletes on the walls and the bar is steeped with red and blue.

Mill Creek Tavern

This bar is quite popular among students on Monday nights because of the Monday night special. From 8 to 10 p.m. you get unlimited beer and wings for $12.

Cavanaugh’s Restaurant

You only have to be 18 to get into this neighborhood restaurant/bar. Students enjoy the friendly atmosphere and reasonable prices. Specials: Pitcher specials beginning at 4 p.m. every weekday

Blarney Stone

Blarney Stone is a great place to get cheap drinks and have a good time, at least until 2 a.m. Specials: Karaoke, Quizo

Fergie’s Pub

If you’re looking for the Old World feel of a tradition Dublin pub, Fergie’s is your best bet. The extensive Irish beer listing makes this the perfect spot for a relaxed beer break.

Copa Banana

Thirsty students can grab a beer here, while hungry students can obey their appetite with a great Philly cheesesteak or hoagie at this popular Penn stop. Practically always packed with Penn students on weekend nights, Copa Banana is a fun place to go to start off a night of frat-hopping.

The following places permit students ages 18 and above either regularly or for special events (details can be found on previous pages): Cavanaugh’s, Egypt, Shampoo, Smokey Joe’s, and Woody’s.