Late Night·Old City·$$ · Moderate·⭐ 7.4

Poison Heart

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Dive bar with a playlist that does half the work for you.

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What DatingDex says

Poison Heart is the kind of bar where the music is loud enough to lean in but not so loud you're giving up on words entirely — a dark, unpretentious Old City spot that rewards people who don't need a fancy cocktail menu to have a good time. Best for dates who already have chemistry and just need a place to let it breathe.

Poison Heart is one of the top late night spots in Old City. At a moderate price point, it fits well when you want a late night feel without guesswork.

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