Entry No. 11 — the Philadelphia file — filed under: speakeasy

The Ranstead Room

Halfway down a narrow service alley behind the restaurant El Rey, a plain black metal door with no handle marking or sign gives way to a dark, velvet-heavy lounge that takes parties of one to six on a strict walk-in-only basis — no reservations, no phone bookings.

The move: Wander the alley off Ranstead Street until you spot the unmarked black door, claim two stools inside, and order a round of expertly garnished classics before 9pm to beat the line.

• 📍 Rittenhouse (Ranstead Street alley, behind El Rey)
• 💸 $$
• ⚡ Up for anything
• 🌗 Indoors

Where: 2013 Ranstead St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Hours: Added 2026-07-19 — confirm current hours before you go.

⚠ Seasonal or scheduled — always check before you go.

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Further reading: Official site · phillyprgirl.com

last checked: 2026-07-19