The Kite and Key

The Kite and Key
1836 Callowhill St., Philadelphia

Went here on Tuesday night after reading some good things online. Set in a peaceful section of Fairmount, from the outside the place has a bit of a modern, almost sterile feel, but once you step in it is much more comfortable. Everything is very shiny and new still, but I was a big fan of the atmosphere and decor. The draft list was good, not great, but good. (Only in Philadelphia could a draft list like that be considered only "good".) A very nice well rounded amount of local brews on but nothing all that interesting. Had some Chouffe, Hennepin, and Smuttynose Robust Porter, all served in nice clean glasses at the right temperature. Our server was good but a bit spacey.. The food was ok but nothing to right home about. The calamari is delicious, the fish tacos alright, and the pulled pork kinda crappy. Everything was very reasonably priced which is a big plus since we're poor as hell.

I'll be back at some point. Fairmount is becoming a great place for a pub crawl. Here, Brigid's, Belgian Cafe, St. Stephen's Green, Urban Saloon, London Grill. The list goes on and on. I love this city's beer. I love beer.