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Help out, Meal Ticket readers: friendly bars for older folks?
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Help out, Meal Ticket readers: friendly bars for older folks?
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A Meal Ticket reader checks in with the following query:
I've been helping a lovely woman in her mid-60s and she would like to find a few bars in the city "with a nice atmosphere where older folks go." Additionally, she's blind, so if it has a crazy walk up 70 flights of stairs it probably won't work. Any suggestions?So you've got the criteria — nice atmosphere, friendly, more mature crowd, easy access. Leave suggestions in the comments!
I think the bar at Meritage would be a nice fit. It definitely trends a little bit older and Irene behind the bar would surely make her feel welcomed.
Bar 210 at Lacroix or XIX.
I think Tavern 17 would be a good option.
I have seen some older couples at Ladder 15.
All hotels. Since she is blind, dark places are not a problem. But defining "old" is. I know a couple: he will be 86, she will be 82. They look like they are in their 50s and are more fun than some 30 year-olds I know. I love Caribou Cafe, Portofino's, sushi bars if she enjoys sushi, especially Zama's, Twenty Manning Grill and Bar Lyonnaise although there are steps.
In general, hotel bars are great options...particularly where accessibility is an issue (the Ritz or Four Seasons are options). I would also suggest the bar at the Prime Rib and the bar at R2L.
Paradiso? Never too crowded at the trim granite bar, but never dead either. Solid by-the-glass selection, and PSN approves of their gnocchi. http://www.southphillyreview.com/food-and-drink/Starting-from-scratch-93627794.html
Agree with Bar 210 or XIX are good options
I second Parker's Tavern 17 reco. Bar seating, table seating, a comfy couch (if available). sometimes live music suitable for mature ears.
Southwark at 4th and Bainbridge
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