Philadelphia’s Field House Returns w/40 Local-Only Taps

“Since opening, Field House has become a go-to venue for watching sports – and since Philadelphians love to enjoy great food and beer during the game, we added an extensive selection of craft and domestic beers and a satisfying new menu of pub fare with Philly-centric twists,” says Chef Brown. Adds Farrell, “We want to continue to challenge the notion that a sports bar is sports-only. Our location, close to both Market East terminal and the Philadelphia Convention center, is as good for watching the big game as it is for a casual lunch, a resting point for travelers, or a night out with friends for live music.”

Chef Brown, who most recently served as executive chef at Opa, created the menu, reimagining Philadelphia staples and drawing inspiration from the restaurant’s amazing beer offerings. His crave-able dishes are playful twists on classic game-day fare and include: Kettle Chips, a regional twist on nachos with beer-braised short ribs, smoked Gouda fondue, jalapeños and tomato salsa; Slow-Roasted Pork Sandwich on a seeded roll with sharp provolone, broccoli rabe and long hot peppers; and two reinterpretations of the iconic Philly cheesesteak, shareable Cheesesteak Dumplings with shaved ribeye and ancho chile ketchup and Grilled Ribeye Sandwich, a luxurious take that dresses it up with truffled pecorino cheese, caramelized onions and herb aioli on a long roll. Other exciting new dishes include: Chicken Banh Mi Wrap with pickled vegetables, jalapeños, cilantro, basil and mayo; Blue Crab Mac’n’Cheese with jumbo lump crab, three cheese medley and butter-herb breadcrumb; Field House Burger with a La Frieda blend patty, three-hour onions, Lancaster cheddar served on a brioche bun; and an assortment of pizzas, flatbreads and salads. Menu items range in price from $6 to $22.

Complementing Chef Brown’s menu is Farrell’s venerable beer list, which boasts 40 local-only taps, helpfully sorted into categories with tasting notes from breweries such as: Neshaminy Creek, Prism, Fegley’s Brewworks and Manayunk Brewery. A selection of rare and unusual bottles and cans, plus a variety of house cocktails, such as Local Shandy, Jack’s cider with Stoudt’s Pils, Bluecoat gin and fresh lime on ice, and affordable wines by the glass round out the beverage offerings.

In addition to prime sports viewing, Field House also hosts live music every Saturday night. Bands vary weekly, and include popular groups from the greater Philadelphia area, as well as surrounding cities, allowing guests to see favorite artists and exposing them to new ones. Artists are presented by Field House’s music steward TJ Kong and the Atomic Bomb, a bluesy folk group started by a few Philadelphia guys looking to take their hobby to the next level. TJ Kong and the Atomic will occasionally perform at Field House.

The Field House also underwent a thoughtful redesign, cleverly cordoning the massive space into separate game-watch zones that are ideal for fans looking to see and hear every minute of the action. The space also boasts Center City’s largest projection screen for sports viewing; it is 14’ x 8’ and located on the first floor. Only one block from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, visitors and locals alike can eat, drink and cheer at one of the curving bar’s more than 40 stools, at one of six hand-made wooden communal tables flanked with benches, or while lounging in a comfortable booth. Four additional private viewing rooms allow guests to reserve space to host a business meeting or a fun get-together with family and friends, making Field House a destination for diners and game-watchers as well as large groups of colleagues and friends. In addition, Field House’s indoor bocce court will be a new home for Major League Bocce Philadelphia every Tuesday beginning January 22, 2013. To sign up to play, please visit the league’s website.

“Field House is a sports bar, but our food and beer experience is something Philadelphians can relate to and be proud of, and conventioneers from around the country can go home raving about,” says Farrell. “We offer a locals and out-of-towners a comfortable place to relax and enjoy drinks, a great meal, sports and music.”

Field House serves lunch beginning at 11 a.m. and dinner beginning at 5 p.m. seven days a week. For more information about Field House, or to make a reservation, please call (215) 629-1520, visit www.fieldhousephilly.com, follow them on Twitter (@FieldHousePHL) and like them on Facebook.