Kraftwork Reviews

I asked for suggestions from a friend for a place for lunch in and around the Fishtown/Port Richmond neighborhoods in Philly and she suggested Kraftworks. The best burger I have had in a long time, topped with cheddar cheese and a side of seasoned fried......YUM! My friend also had the burger with sharp provalone and the side of dressed greens, delicately balanced with an oil/vinegrette dressing....Yum again. Definately a be back! Maybe next time to try breakfast! Parking can be slightly dicey......but without a doubt worth it!

Wow! Can't belive I had such a bad experience here. My expensive 16oz craft beer was maybe 12 ounces of liquid with a massive head that was mostly deflated by the time the beer was served. My Bahn mi sandwich came with a big piece of fat in it. By that I mean it was a piece of fat in a long roll. Disgusting. The waitress gave me the "I am more important than you" answer when I asked her about it. My girl's fries were soggy and overcooked but her overpriced hamburger was fine. This is not the first time I have eaten here, but after a year we thought we would give it another try. What a mistake! Trust me when I say I we will never go back! Go to any other place that's just within walking distance and you will be happier.

Stopped in last minute for the first time. Great beer selection. Ordered almost every app on the menu to share and liked everything. Very comfortable atmosphere. Not too crowded. Good time.

Had 3 pints ($6.50 each) of Bear Rep G (what it says on the bil) plus a ginger beer ($3.00). The chicken sandwich ($11.00) and pizza ($12/00) were both tasty . The piergogies were not bad either ($9.00). The place has an industrial ambiance. Service was friendly. Food with tax and tip came to about $70.

The food was so delicious and the restaurant was very trendy and cool. The service was great. They brought our food out in a timely manner.

It was a last ditch attempt to find both parking and somewhere to eat after a movie and we were happy and fortunate to have found both, which rekindled our previous like for Kraftwork. We hadn't been there in over two years and were reminded of how good the place is. Save for the noise level, which seemed exorbitantly high, we were re-acclimated with the why we liked it. The food is moderately priced and the beer list exceptional (about 25 taps) for a neighbourhood restaurant. The Mediterranean Board was a large preparation of Hummus, baba ganoush, marinated peppers and olives, stuffed cabbage (they used rice that was cold and hard making it the least likeable selection), tzatziki sauce, grilled pita (slightly burned) and could be easily chosen as an entree. I had the Falafel Wrap, which was really well prepared and quite a large wrap (I didn't finish it) that came paired with their house toasted garlic and herb fries that resemble pomme frittes. My Love had the Beer Can Chicken that also came with the house fries and he LOVED the sandwich citing it was tender, well cooked, had a complimentary amount of cheese on it and very filling. We skipped dessert, but may try on the next visit. For the unfamiliar, the seating is "open" so you could very easily be seated with a group of other people, but everyone is friendly enough, so you don't really feel uncomfortable. If you have good ears, you could very easily be eavesdropping on another conversation or be heard for yours given the noise levels, which is my only gripe.

Been here several times but only ever had a burger and fries at this place but OMG...it's really the best burger in the world!! It's very juicy and comes with variety of toppings and fries. I usually go for cheddar and caramelized onions. Hubby likes their beer selection as well and other foods. He never had anything he didn't like. Other friends that visited with us were also equally impressed. Atmosphere is cool, hipster pub-like. It can get noisy at times but no biggie. Service is good. Planning to go again and again.

Don't miss the dinner menu intro, provided free of charge by your waiter as a monologue in an of itself. The staff is familiar with all of the offerings, ranging from mussels to hamburgers. Try the locally made cheeses as an appetizer plate, or as an addition to a (delicious) burger. Kraftworks also carries artisan liquor from local distillery Art in Age. I tried a bit of ginger "Snap" in a mug of cider, served with a cinnamon stick. Have been there for both friendly dinners, and casual business meetings. Later in the evening it can get a bit loud for conversation. Admire the faux distressed finish on the walls which adds to an ambiance that falls somewhere between art student, revived industrial, and project engineer's dream . . .

Food was awsome it was so good had the steak it was cooked perfect the wife had a chicken sandwich was also very good I didn't have a beer since I was driving but the wife did and she said it was very good

These are serious beer people. The daily menu lists 25 draft beers and gives you the names of the next 25 to appear. You'll find a lot more than just the usual craft beer stalwarts here. There's Mikkeller, Urthel, Gaffel, St. Feuillien, Fegley's, Victory and so on. Best of all, you can order a sampler; four 4oz tastes for $10. The by-the-glass wine program is also pretty adventurous and sure to amuse your beer-averse friends. If that weren't enough, the food ranges from bar-room tasty to staggeringly delicious. We've become fans of the cheese board- four selections served in unstingy portions- and always order one for the table. On a recent visit, vegetarian friends went nuts for the roasted squash soup and roasted beet salad. The old favorite fish and chips was done to perfection with an ethereal beer batter crust, hake and malt vinegar mayonnaise. Chef Brian Lofink-the young genius behind the food- has been enlivening an already impressive menu with insights from his recent tour of Germany with its new beer cuisine. That the food and drink work well together is partly a tribute to the friendly and very savvy front of the house staff. If this were my neighborhood bar, they'd have named a stool after me by now. It's definitely worth the five minute ride from center city to visit this uniquely wonderful restaurant.

Stopped here for brunch while visiting friends in town. It was crowded but we quickly got a table. They also had some nice outdoor seating, but it was a little too hot for us. The food was very good and we got huge portions. The beer list was varied and there was a great selection. Prices were decent. It's a little out of the way, but it's a great place for brunch.

Burgers to die for, fantastic fries, friendly staff, a sensational selection of beers and competitive prices along with great music. If i lived in Philly this would be my hangout! Two thumbs waaaaay up!!!

Had the smoked salmon salad and a beer. Yummy! My friends had egg &/or quiche dishes, which they enjoyed a lot, also. Servers are friendly. Looking for parking was a challenge. Was outdoors, so a bit dusty, as Girard Ave is a major street & "high traffic" area.

Late night they feature the "Dirty Dozen", 12 craft beers on their list that are half off from 10p-12a Mon-Thurs. We frequent this late happy hour living in the neighborhood. Food is solid but menu needs a bit of a facelift, service is hit or miss as is such throughout most of Fishtown. Some bartenders are great while some are apparantely "too cool." Again late night is where its at here imo.

With 20 beers on tap, you're bound to find something you like... Bartenders were friendly and at 9pm on a Friday, the place had plenty of patrons, but wasn't overly crowded. Bonus for us because we got an immediate seat at the bar. The bar is larger than the dining area, and tables are basically situated on the outer rim of the bar. Food looked and smelled amazing, but we had already eaten prior to arrival. Outside sidewalk seating was really nice too.

A group of 7 of us happened upon Kraftwork last Saturday to grab a bite and a cocktail. The food was really, really good. I had the Brawler Wings and the Banh Mi with Roasted Pork Belly. Both were just delicious! I like that the give you the option to have half fries and half side salad. The wings had the perfect amount of heat and the sandwich was a flavor explosion. For my cocktails, I had two of the Chili Paloma's. So refreshing and the chili gave it a nice kick. We were all very pleased and I can't wait to go back!

Visited Kraftwork for dinner with friends. We're craft beer lovers, so wanted to check out their selection- and what a great one it is! They offer pints for those who know what they want, and for those who don't - choose a flight of 4 4-oz glasses - your choice from a large selection. Servers are well-trained and will help you choose too. Food was delicious. Large portions. The charcuterie platter was enough for the table - great presentation and quite tasty! Salads were huge made with all fresh ingredients and house made dressings. Steamed mussels and fries - some of the best we've had in the city. Pierogies and truffled deviled eggs to start were both amazing. Decor is very cool with hand-crafted everything (so it seems). Casual and friendly atmosphere. Kraftwork is a small place - so you may have a wait (not sure if they take rez).

Came in on a Saturday night with my wife to have a beer and something to eat. We were immediately seated and ordered a beer from their plentiful selection of craft beers. Service was very fast, I love that hey always keep you hidrated, bringing you water immediately after you seat and constantly filling up your glass, which I think is very important when you are drinking. We ordered the Korean tacos and a appetizer of perogies. Both were outstanding, we left still thinking of how good everything was. Definetly will visit again when I am Fishtown.

I usually go here for lunch and most of the time there is plenty of seating. Parking is not easy try the side streets as the neighborhood is safe and the Ave is always full.You can be in and out in under an hour and even faster if you tell your server. (Burgers take longer to cook) Everything I have had here has been very good.The menu can be confusing at first but the wait staff is very helpful helping you figure out what to eat and drink. It has a bar atmosphere but food is much better than typical bar food. I recommend Kraftworks to all my friends and family and they also have had a great experience here. Enjoy!

Burgers are second to none! Everything was super-tasty and fresh. Service was on point as well. A must visit when you're in Fishtown!

The menu offered a varied selection of options. I tried the hazelnut salad and falafel sandwich. Both were delicious. The fries are a real treat, too.

I have not been to Kraft in a while given life and my schedule. But it was nice to have a date night out. Good food, reasonable prices, nice bar tender and overlap great exp. I'll be back soon.

We were looking for another restaurant and ended up here. It is great inside: Food, Staff, Jazz and very clean. Burgers and Beer Can Chicken sandwich but don't leave off the bread. Now if you enjoy Perogies , you have found your place.

Great selection of beer and drinks. Bloody Mary's, mimosas are also on menus. Weekends they serve brunch until 3pm. There are burgers on the brunch menus as well. Food was delicious, eclectic. Great portions.

Went here with my boo on day off and sat at bar. Very extensive bar list (I had the R5 and the Bells Two Hearted) with what taps will open after one is finished in each category. The chicken wings were fried to perfection, the falafel sandwich was stuffed. Jenna was a great bartender. A hipster paradise

Having slaked a thirst at Yard's Brewing (See Reveiw), I strolled up to this Fishtown favorite. Situated on the corner of Girard and Montgomery - and accessed by a trolley car (No. 15) - Kraftwork is a small venue with a rather industrial decor of brick and unfinished plasterwork; it is a single room dominated by a circular bar with a scattering of picnic tables along the walls. Kraftwork offers 25 well selected taps, which cover all your basic styles; I enjoyed Yard's Brawler, a mild; Racer 5 Cask and a savory FBS. The beer menu provided glass type, something I thought unique. Great service that passed the water test and an intriguing food menu boasting a Breakfast Cubano (pork belly atop toast with fried eggs). A great stop in Philadelphia's Fishtown and in proximity to several other great places.

We were going to the Fillmore for a show on a Friday night. Walked to Kraftwork for dinner. Got seated right away. Lots of choices on menu for food. Food came out very hot and delicious. The portions were plentiful. The place had a unique and fun feel to it. The mixed drinks were very unique and yummy!

I like to go to Kraftwork with my girlfriend and sit at the bar. They have a great gastropub menu that features homemade charcuterie and great craft beer selection.

We had a wonderful experience at Kraftwork in Fishtown. Awesome service and atmosphere... very knowledgeable servers and bartenders. The appetizers and sandwiches/burgers were delicious. We all got "flights" ... four 6 oz beers to start because there is so much to choose from. If you love craft beers... this is your place. Highly recommend!! Will definitely go back soon.

Went here with a good friend. Sat at bar, Jacklyn the bartender was very nice. You HAVE to try the chicken wings....great crunch. The excel at burgers, great beer food.....and a huge craft beer selection

Over the years, Kraftwork has been a great meeting place or starting point for a night out. They have a wide-range of beers. It's cute because the menu is in two columns. They have what's on draft and what's up next. That way you know what you will get if they run out (which often happens). The food menu is also pretty solid. I love their deviled eggs!

Visited for the first time after a friend's recommendation. Very cool space...bare brick, large metal tools, tough to find parking! Their Happy Hour is Awesome! Special menu items are all $7 from 4:00-6:00! Great beer and drink selection! They offer flights of beer, too! Very good waitstaff/service. We had the wings, Very crispy, good size, and delicious! The cheesesteak and foe gras egg rolls where great. The burgers are fresh, juicy, and delicious. Served on a delicious bun. The fries are also delicious with a hint of rosemary. My only negative is the music was a bit to loud for me.

A friend and I stoped in to check this place out, as we had never been here previously. They are a craft beer joint, with a constantly rotating inventory. We didn't eat, so I cannot speak on the food. However, I can speak on the beer and the staff. The bartender was only semi-knowlegeable of the selection on hand, but was freidnly and able to dish out some "ball-busting" when applicable. This is not a place I would go for more than a a couple of beers, as my friend and I each had two 12 oz. drafts, and it set us back about $30 BEFORE the tip.

We came here for brunch on a Saturday with some friends, and had an absolutely fantastic time. They've got an extensive beer list, showing what they've got now as well as what's coming up. And the list is expansive, with dark brews, lighter lagers, sour ales, hoppy, malty, wheaty, whatever you're in the mood for. I ordered the huevos rancheros, something I don't love doing outside of Mexican restaurants, but Kraftworks's did not disappoint! Super tasty, perfectly cooked. They also brought out a bowl of ice water for our dog and were beyond welcoming to him, which I always appreciate, particularly when dining on the sidewalk! Such a great experience. Strongly recommend to anyone looking for a brunch or a good beer in the area!

This was our first visit to Kraftwork, a restaurant and bar. Our youngest daughter had eaten here before, enjoyed her meal and recommended that we come. This establishment is known for it's beer selection and good food. We ate brunch on Sunday at 10.30. The restaurant/bar just opened and there was no problem with seating. An hour later, the  restaurant/bar which has limited seating was full. The brunch menu is adequate and creative. Two of us had omelets and two had quiche. The food was excellent and served in a timely manner. The servers were knowledgeable and quick to the  table. However there were a few glitches in service but nothing that would prevent us from returning. Pricing is what you would expect from a restaurant/bar in the city. Brunch for 4 including bloody marys ran $70. Will come back to check out their beer selection and burgers.

Short version: Ambiance great. Staff great (especially Zach). Beer and cocktails great. Food innovative, uncomplicated, and great. Prices reasonable for VERY good food, drink and dining experience. We arrived 30 minutes early from Harrisburg for brunch and the staff graciously let us in to get out of the cold. Even though they were busy with setting up for what would be a HUGE rush for brunch, they took time to offer us water and coffee while we waited. The place is just cool. Industrial chic with handrails in the bathrooms made with huge repurposed industrial wrenches, Large saw blades and other implements of production are used effectively as art. The front door pull is a large wood screw...What could be tacky or theme-park overdone is exactly the opposite. The aesthetic is fun, while at the same time, honoring the neighborhood legacy of working people. Enough about the space. We went there for the beer and the food! Many times places that are hyped as "the best" are victims of their own good press, failing to meet the high expectations of diners. Kraftwerk is not that restaurant. They hit it out of the park on all fronts. In addition to the cool surroundings, the staff were friendly, knowledgeable, efficient and professional. Our server, Zach, was more than willing to discuss the beers that interested us and there were many! His descriptions of how they were made and what the flavor profiles were made it easy for us to narrow down the selections. 2 of us opted for flights, one (who had been to Kraftwerk before) opted for her favorite from a prior visit and the cherry chipotle infused bourbon Manhattan roped me in. The Manhattan...WOW. It's not easy to get a wow from me (let alone in all caps) but this cocktail was perfection. It delivered on flavor and the burn from the peppers was just right, not building to discomfort. Most of us opted for the specials. Brussels sprout, bacon and caramelized onion quiche (good, but we all agreed better in concept than execution as the mushy texture of the sprouts was not our pleasure). A riff on eggs benedict with parmesan polenta in place of the muffin, topped with rocket and an egg poached to the diner's exact preference. Yummy. Smoked salmon plate was unexciting, but just as described and delicious. I had the smoked trout salad. Dare I use two WOWs in one review? I do. By itself, it looked like run-of-the-mill tuna salad and I was second guessing my choice. One taste with the accompanying pickled onions and I heard the heavenly choir of food angels. The flavors were perfectly paired. There were large pieces of nicely smoked trout in the salad and the accompanying potatoes were crispity crunchity delicious. The joint was jumpin', but the ambiance was energetic and bustling, NOT loud and rushed. At the risk of sounding bossy, if you're in the area, GO! ps-In the spirit of complete honesty, one of us ordered a salad but got potatoes instead, but we honestly didn't care.

I love Kraftwork. Really. It's a great atmosphere with an always changing selection of craft brews and a great menu. Items are always changing, but the cheese platter, burgers, and muscles are all consistently good.

After watching the fireworks display on the waterfront in Philadelphia, we decided to eat dinner at Kraftwork. My niece lives nearby and the family has often visited the restaurant. The bar and eating area is very small and has a tendency to be quite noisy, but the quality of the food makes up for the background sounds - music and chatty guests. Kraftwork has a wide variety of draft beers on its menu, but I opted for a more traditional lager beer. The menu provides sandwiches snacks, not a normal dinner fare. While my brother and his wife ordered the special burger on the menu, we decided to try the French onion short rib sandwich and french fries, a hearty meal in and of itself. Next time we are in the area, we may try the brunch menu, which looks to be just as appetizing.

Try the burbon lemonade! Service great very friendly environment. I'm sure at night maybe not the best place for kids but afternoon we had the whole family.It was really a good time and good food.

So maybe the Gastro Pub scene is not for me. I visited Kraftwork early on a Friday night before going to a concert. The beer and beer list are excellent. I enjoyed a Belgin Lager that was tasty and different. As an appetizer I had the potato skins which were excellent, chopped up skins instead of whole skins topped with bacon & cheese cooked perfectly, and the pretzel bites with dipping cheese which were ordinary. For dinner I had the French Onion Short Rib sandwich. It came with fries which were excellent and salad which was leaves of lettuce with oil and vinegar dressing which I also enjoyed. Then my Short Rib sandwich arrived. It looked great piled high on bread and smelled wonderful. My first bite was at least one half fat. I was tempted to spit it out but the place was pretty busy and I didn't want to put off the other diners around me. I tried to eat the rest but could only finish less than half. I took off the bread and tried to eat the meat with a fork but the only soft part was the fat. It was very noisy even at 7 PM and it was impossible to hold a conversation. The seating is around the bar but forget about booths, there are long tables with chairs and the other diners to the left and right were at most twelve inches away. The service was excellent but the experience as a whole left a lot to be desired. I am a young senior but I felt much older in this Gastro Pub.

Baked good of the day is always a must. And my favorite is smoked salmon potato rosti. But no matter what you can't go wrong. Oh and the fries are killer.

Had brunch at Kraftwork with family. Everyone had something different, and apparently everything was as good as my chilquiles - burgers, salads, sandwiches, etc. We also tried 4 different tasty beers - except those of us who'd only drink a Bloody Mary at brunch. So, if you're looking for a very good place to eat in Fishtown, give it a try!

Great sandwiches. With any sandwich it starts with the roll. Kraftwork has mastered that. The food was fresh....you can tell it’s made from scratch, especially the bean burger.

Stoped by for brunch this past week, menu was short and sweet had the "meat quiche" which was tasty., staff was quick to sit our party of three. Their first attempt was to place us picnic table style on the end with patrons already eating, whom of which did not look thrilled to see us about to sit at the same table,, instead we were placed at a high table in front of a window with the sun directly in view with our only shade being the sun glasses we retrived from outside,, i couldnt wait to finish our tasty meal and get out no matter how good the vietnamese iced coffe was, i wasnt ready for more...

We were in Philadelphia for a training and had a mobile workshop one day, where we toured the neighborhoods. We stopped for lunch on Girard and the staff made a few recommendations, including Kraftwork. They did not lead us astray. It was a beautiful and rustic spot with a variety of beers and interesting items. I had the crispy perogies with an apple chutney, which were delicious and the others seemed to enjoy their gourmet sandwiches. The staff were really friendly too. We'll be back!

Decided to swing by here to kill some time before a comedy show at Punchline. We just wanted some bar food before heading out, so we came in to see what they were all about. Walked in and it was what you'd expect from a slightly hipster bar in the slightly hipster area of Fishtown. Dark, but clean and roomy, we were greeted and sat at the bar. The bartender was cool and quick and took our orders right away. I went with the burger, and we got the foie gras cheesesteak springrolls to share and I totally forgot what the misses settled on (sorry!). For the things I DID eat however, everything was tasty. The burger was cooked perfectly, and the fries were cooked the same way. The springrolls were good too, but they were just cheesesteak springrolls. They tried to fancy them up with "foie gras sauce" (meh) and a "cherry pepper relish" (again, meh), but they honestly just wouldve been better with ketchup. Still, tasty. The bartender was great; present without being obtrusive. The ambience is cool and the clientele was chill. The bathrooms were also clean, which is always a plus, because you never know what you're gonna get in that department. I'm not often in Fishtown, but I ever am, I'd surely stop by and give them another go.

Came on a Saturday night, had the drink "a rested nut" with tequila which was delicious and not weak. The beer can chicken was decent, but my fiancé's burger with fried egg was amazing. Fries were good too! Can't wait to go back. I love the Fishtown vibe!

Love visiting beer bars while I'm traveling, but I love them even more when you an get half pints and samplers. Seem to have a quick turnover of taps ensuring fresh beer, too. Loved the pretzel bites, too!

A great example of the amazing Philadelphia bar scene. Hip, casual and comfortable. 25 beers on tap, all bold brews from relatively unusual independent breweries. Don't be shy to taste till you find the one that is right for you. My favorite beer menu in terms of layout. Food menu w/ gourmet pub fare is excellent. The pretzel fondue will surprise you. The burgers are fat and delicious - I got mine topped with farm cheddar and wild mushrooms. Our favorite was the french dip shortrib sandwich. Still many things I want to try so I'm sure I'll be back again and again - and since the drafts are always changing - why not, right? You want to understand the Philly bar and food scene, come here.

I had lunch here with a group, and it was wonderful. Lots of craft beers to choose from and a menu with something for everyone. We ordered a variety of items for the table and so sampled the cheese and salami boards, salads, and wraps. Desserts were also memorable for the variety and tastiness. The craft theme is carried through artfully in the furnishings and some serving ware. The waitstaff were very low-key but attentive. Looking forward to exploring more of the area and returning to Kraftwerk.

I went to Happy Hour with some friends at Kraftwork for the first time. The food was excellent, had the steak and foi gras egg rolls, service was great, they let me try 3 beers before I chose one and the beer selection was awesome. This place is also a great value, happy hour options are very affordable, but the standard menu seems very reasonably priced as well. I would definitely go again.

There was something for everyone! Wings without hot sauce were delicious! Korean bbq tacos and Short rib sandwich was very tasty. The beet salad with goat cheese was ok. The dressing was a bit too vinegary and their was only 2 pieces of cheese in a pretty large salad. The chocolate dessert was very good but the fried apple pie was not! Would definitely go back.

I feel the menu tried too hard to be unusual. Salad was very salty, could not eat it but fries were great! Service was nice. There were 4 flys that kept buzzing around and I think they should have done something about that!

With over twenty rotating taps of Craft and Import beer there is a choice for every mood and menu item. Kraftwork really delivers on quality "Gastropub" food. Great burgers, sandwiches, starters and shared plates... did I mention Deviled Eggs that are not to be missed?!? Great dinner specials and spectacular brunch. Very relaxed vibe and everyone is welcome! Mid price range with full bar.

We are almost never in Fishtown, but decided to eat at this restaurant while we happened to be in the area for something else. I'm glad we did! The food was delicious, the service was prompt and friendly, and the general environment was enjoyable. I'd definitely come back here!