There's a brand-new bar in town. The fresh addition to Rittenhouse, called Keen Philly, is located at 1708 Lombard St.
This new spot—run by husband and wife team, Chris and Caitlin Rorer—features an eclectic pub fare-style menu with starters, burgers, entrees and homestyle sides.
On the menu, expect to see appetizers like rice balls made with risotto and vegetables; mussels with tomatoes, garlic, leeks, and herbs; and "Pig Candy," thick-cut cider brined bacon candied with spicy maple syrup.
For mains, look for chai-poached chicken breast with house-made cranberry sauce, carrots, and stuffing; apple cider-brined pork chop with root vegetables and apple butter; and pan-seared fish filet with fennel and celeriac purée and quick-pickled zucchini.
There are sides like salt and vinegar beets, maple-glazed Brussels sprouts, and root vegetable bread pudding. (You can check out the full menu here.)
Rounding things out is a full selection of local draft beers, an extensive wine collection, and signature cocktails like the "Autumn Mule" with Stateside Vodka, mint, lime, cranberry, and Commonwealth ginger cider. (Take a look at the drink menu here.)
With a five-star rating out of ten reviews on Yelp so far, the fresh addition has already made a good impression.
Dorcas H., who was among the first Yelpers to review the new spot, said: "Everything about Keen points to the makings of a new neighborhood favorite. I should also mention that the prices are very reasonable for the quality of the drinks and food."
Yelper Suhrid M. added: “Great local bar. Amazing vegetarian options. Looks like a great spot to have dinner and then hang out upstairs. Super interesting bathroom decor.”
And CR G. said: "The drink menu is awesome—cool without being pretentious, and really reasonably priced."
Interested? Stop by to welcome the new business to the neighborhood. Keen Philly is open daily from 5pm–2am.
