Philadelphia, PA - Now that the 90th Academy Awards right around the corner, Philadelphians looking for a thrilling viewing location for the March 4th award ceremony to talk films, nominees, and to gossip about (and worst) clothed associated with night. Check out these local oscars events with star-studded drink and food deals.
Square 1682 - Center City’s Square 1682 knows how throw an award show-inspired party—starting with a red carpet entrance at 8 p.m. Guests will watch the Oscars unfold in the lounge, while enjoying complimentary signature truffle popcorn. For those who know their Academy Awards stats, trivia sheets will be provided with the opportunity to win a gift certificate to Square 1682. Lead bartender, Daniel Kulisek will craft film-themed cocktails (available at happy hour pricing) for the event: Square 1682 | 121 South 17th St. | 215-563-5008 | square1682.com
- Lady Bird—gin, lemon, bubbles ($7)
- Darkest Hour—bourbon, lime, ginger beer ($7)
- Phantom Thread—vodka, lime, rosemary ($7)
- De Perriere Brut ($5/glass)
Jet Wine Bar - What says Hollywood glamour more than bubbly and caviar? South Street’s Jet Wine Bar, offering Philadelphia an extensive selection of international wines, is hosting an Oscars viewing party at 8 p.m. fit for the A-list. In addition to Oscars viewing-inspired bingo (think “someone mentions Meryl Streep”) and prizes. Jet Wine Bar | 1525 South St. | 215-437-3807 | jetwinebar.com
Sparkling Wines:
- Comte de Bucques Sparkling Brut, France ($10/glass)
- CVNE Brut Cava, Spain ($10/glass)
- Treveri Sparkling Gewurztraminer, Washington ($10/glass)
Featured Caviar Small Plates:
- Caviar-Deviled Eggs ($12)
- Caviar-Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs ($15)
- Prosciutto-Burrata Caviar Toast $15
*The Oscars Special: All three wines paired with the three caviar dishes ($50)
Ocean Prime - For an elegant Oscars viewing party experience, luxury seafood and steakhouse Ocean Prime will offer viewers complimentary truffle popcorn and its extensive happy hour in the bar and lounge. From 4 to 9 p.m., attendees will enjoy $10 signature cocktails including the Cucumber Gimlet, OP Manhattan and Whiskey Clover. The $10 small plates by Executive Chef Jenn Grosskruger include crab cake sliders, lamb lollipops, shellfish tower and various sushi rolls. Click here for the full happy hour menu, which is available Monday through Friday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the lounge. Ocean Prime | 124 South 15th St. | 215-563-0163 | ocean-prime.com
